The Property

A beautifully renovated, detached cottage, in a quiet cul-de-sac on the edge of the village of Rudyard. Orchard Cottage boasts original beams and a woodburning stove, garden room and a private enclosed garden. The attractive bedrooms look out over the mature gardens and orchard. With the lake and steam railway close by, good access to the Peak National Park and Alton Towers just a 30 minute drive, this is an ideal base to enjoy the fabulous accommodation and the delights of this lovely area.

Three bedrooms (all with walk-in wardrobes): 1 x king size (zip and link - can be made up as a twin) with ensuite with shower, basin and WC, and colour TV, steps to 1 x family room, with super king-size double and single bed with ensuite with shower, basin and WC, and colour TV, 1 x twin. Bathroom with bath with shower over, basin and WC. Ground floor shower room with shower, basin and WC. Compact fitted kitchen. Utility room. Dining room. Steps down to sitting room with woodburning stove. Garden room with sofabed and doors leading to garden. Note: there are some internal steps.

Ideally positioned in a lovely countryside location the charming village of Rudyard boasts an interesting claim to fame. Alice Macdonald and her fiancé Lockwood Kipling met on the shores of the nearby lake and so decided to name their first-born son after the place. Rudyard Kipling, born in 1865 went on to become a world renowned poet, novelist and short story writer. As well as this fateful lake, the Staffordshire village boasts excellent picnic spots, boating, walking and fishing opportunities as well as the steam railway. The thriving town of Leek is nearby and offers a variety of good pubs and restaurants as well as many antique shops. The beautiful Manifold Valley offers further walking opportunities with the "Manifold Trail" – an excellent route through superb scenery for walkers and cyclists.

Keen on fishing? there is fishing on site or nearby
The cottage has a garden
The cottage has an open fire - perfect for that authentic country cottage feel on a winters evening

Short Stays
This cottage can be booked for a short break


Family Breaks
This cottage sleeps more than 2 - perfect for families of all ages

The cottage is non smoking
Pets are not permitted at this cottage
The cottage has a television.
Enjoy a Barbecue.