Guests say
Hippo's Rest is a beautifully decorated, cosy cottage praised for its peaceful setting, immaculate presentation, and welcoming hosts. Guests consistently highlight the well-equipped facilities, comfortable furnishings, and the charming garden with wildlife. The location is ideal for exploring local attractions and National Trust sites, with many thoughtful touches noted throughout the property. The hosts are frequently described as friendly and helpful, making guests feel at home. The cottage is especially suited for couples or solo travellers seeking a relaxing getaway. Overall, visitors express high satisfaction and a desire to return.
Cleanliness is repeatedly praised, with guests describing the cottage as spotless, immaculate, and very well maintained throughout their stay.
The location is highly regarded for its peacefulness, beautiful countryside views, and proximity to attractions such as National Trust properties, walking trails, and local eateries.
Guests consistently mention the cottage's comfort, cosy atmosphere, quality bedding, and relaxing environment, making it ideal for restful stays.
Facilities are described as excellent, with the cottage being very well equipped for self-catering, offering everything needed for a comfortable stay, and featuring a lovely garden.
Many reviews mention thoughtful touches such as welcome packs, snacks, and essentials provided on arrival. While these gestures are appreciated, please note that such gifts are not guaranteed.
About this property
Hippo’s Rest is a great base for so many activities with its central location to plenty of attractions..
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Electric Fire, Patio Doors Leading To Garden
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Washing machine and tumble dryer available on request.. Hippo’s Rest is a wonderfully designed semi-detached holiday cottage for two guests and is spread over two floors. On the ground floor, the heart of the property, is the open plan living space with views out of the patio doors. Upstairs, there is a large bedroom with kingsize bed and a spacious bathroom with shower cubicle. Outside, there is an interesting pond area within the large lawned landscaped gardens that are shared with the owners, who live adjacent, but you have your own patio area with garden furniture allowing guests to enjoy al fresco dining.
Harriseahead is a quiet village nestling under the ancient folly of Mow Cop Castle which sits near the end of the Gritstone Trail, a great challenge for walkers. Situated right on the edge of the border between Cheshire, the Staffordshire moorlands and Stoke-on-Trent. There is an abundance of National Trust properties nearby, including Biddulph Grange, Little Moreton Hall, Quarry Bank Mill and Tatton park.
The beautiful town of Leek, on the edge of the Peak District National Park, is a Mecca for antique hunters and is 11 miles away. The market town of Congleton is 3½ miles away, and the heritage towns of the Potteries are also close by. Also well worth a full day visit is the unesco World Heritage Site of Jodrell Bank Observatory and the Lovell Telescope, as well as the Trentham Estate and shopping village. Shop ¾ mile, pub 700 yards and restaurant 1½ miles.
Free WiFi
No children or babies allowed.
There is open water in the property grounds.
The garden is shared with the owner.
Nearby points of interest
- Thor's Cave
Reviews (43)
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Confirmed Guest
This is a peaceful and relaxing place to return to after a busy day out.A good place to visit at anytime of year.A beautiful garden and perfect hosts.
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Andy C
The cottage was comfortable and the hosts Kerry and Ian were friendly and helpful. There is a lot to see and do around the area for all tastes. We didn’t have very good weather but still found things to do.
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Pauline Payne
Enjoyable,cottage perfect, ideal for a quiet getaway