The Hen House, Rugeley

The Hen House is an attractive detached lodge, located in the hamlet of Stockwell Heath, near Rugeley in Staffordshire. the property is all-ground-floor level and has two bedrooms; a king-size with en-suite shower room and a twin with zip/link feature that can be made into a king-size on request, sleeping four guests. The property also consist of an open-plan living area with woodburning stove and a wetroom. Outside there is off-road parking and a garden with a picnic bench, barbecue and a hot tub. The Hen House is a peaceful Staffordshire retreat.

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Summary
  •   Max. Occupancy 4
  •   Bedrooms 2
  •   Bathrooms 2
  •   Changeover Friday
Features
  •   Pets Allowed
  •   Towels Provided
  •   Linen Provided
  •   Dishwasher
  •   Cooker
  •   Fridge
  •   Television
  •   Cots
  •   Kettle
  •   Garden
  •   Enclosed Garden
  •   Log Burner
  •   Wifi
  •   Log Cabin
  •   Parking Available
  •   Hot Tub
  •   Ground Floor Accommodation

Accommodation Details

All-ground-floor. Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin (zip/link, can be made into king-size on request). Wetroom. Open-plan living/kitchen/dining room with woodburning stove

Rugeley 3.6 miles. Situated on the Staffrodshire Way footpath network, in the hamlet of Stockwell Heath, near Rugeley in Staffordshire, is this lovely detached barn, The Hen House. This property has off-road parking and beautiful views of the surrounding countryside, and as you enter The Hen House you will find an open-plan living/kitchen/dining room, with a cosy woodburning stove in the sitting area, alongside a leather sofa and a wall-mounted TV with Freeview. Behind you is the kitchen area with dining table and seating for four, where you can enjoy meals together and make plans for the duration of your stay, while the farmhouse-style kitchen is well-equipped with all of the modern conveniences you could wish for and even displays original egg laying boxes and a fabulous wine cooler, so you can enjoy a celebratory toast to your wonderful holiday. The property has two bedrooms; a king-size double with en-suite shower room and a twin with zip/link that can also be made into a king-size double upon request, as well as a TV and ample storage space, while the wetroom style bathroom has a heated towel rail and means no queues for the bathroom in the mornings. There are doors at either end of the living area that lead onto the garden, which is enclosed by a pretty fence and has a large lawn and a patio area with furniture, a barbecue and a hot tub, ideal for making the most of the good weather, dining alfresco and ending the day with a luxurious dip in the tub. The surrounding countryside is a haven for walkers and cyclists, encompassing the captivating scenery of the Cannock Chase AONB, while the centre of Stockwell Heath is less than a mile away and features an attractive duck pond and nice gastro pub. Further afield, visit Shugborough Estate, a manor now owned by the National Trust, Staffordshire Wildlife Trust's The Wolseley Centre, 26 acres of land that's free to visit and where you can see a variety of wildlife, Trentham Estate, just outside of Stoke-on-Trent, the family-friendly Alton Towers theme park, the city of Lichfield, with its rich history, Georgian museums and incredible three-spired Medieval cathedral and to venture further out of town, the train station is approximately two miles away, offering fast links to Birmingham. Note: This property is next door to Ref. 1006989, together they can sleep 6 guests.

A historic market town nestled next to the captivating scenery of the Cannock Chase Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Rugeley can be found close by to the River Trent, making it a brilliant base for exploring the lands of Staffordshire. Once thriving for its iron workings and glass manufacturing, the town now stands as a well-built area popular with both locals and tourists. Within the town itself you will stumble across ample opportunities to indulge in delicious foods, from well-known pubs to independent restaurants, the town offers something for all tastes, and that doesn't just go for the food. Holding markets since the 13th century, Rugeley makes a wonderful spot to gather fresh produce and souvenirs for your loved ones back home. Cannock Chase is a must-see whilst in the area, with wonderful landscapes, history and wildlife, it offers a great area for the avid walker to the leisurely stroller. Within the forest itself you can find wonderful amenities such as the tree-top adventures of Go Ape, woodland trails, and ways to experience the scenes in a different way via segways. A short journey away (20 mins) is the Cathedral City of Lichfield, with plenty of history to explore whilst roaming the streets; the beautiful Victorian gardens of Beacon Park, the Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum, and the National Memorial Arboretum, just to name a few. Rugeley is a fantastic location for your tranquil trip, surrounded by beautiful lands with an abundance of activity nearby, it makes a brilliant spot for all the family to enjoy.

Location Details

A historic market town nestled next to the captivating scenery of the Cannock Chase Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Rugeley can be found close by to the River Trent, making it a brilliant base for exploring the lands of Staffordshire. Once thriving for its iron workings and glass manufacturing, the town now stands as a well-built area popular with both locals and tourists. Within the town itself you will stumble across ample opportunities to indulge in delicious foods, from well-known pubs to independent restaurants, the town offers something for all tastes, and that doesn't just go for the food. Holding markets since the 13th century, Rugeley makes a wonderful spot to gather fresh produce and souvenirs for your loved ones back home. Cannock Chase is a must-see whilst in the area, with wonderful landscapes, history and wildlife, it offers a great area for the avid walker to the leisurely stroller. Within the forest itself you can find wonderful amenities such as the tree-top adventures of Go Ape, woodland trails, and ways to experience the scenes in a different way via segways. A short journey away (20 mins) is the Cathedral City of Lichfield, with plenty of history to explore whilst roaming the streets; the beautiful Victorian gardens of Beacon Park, the Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum, and the National Memorial Arboretum, just to name a few. Rugeley is a fantastic location for your tranquil trip, surrounded by beautiful lands with an abundance of activity nearby, it makes a brilliant spot for all the family to enjoy.

Easily accessible to other regions, such as Cheshire and Derbyshire, Staffordshire combines the best of surrounding natural beauty and ancient market towns. Enjoy its county town Stafford and Perfect for family holiday's with the thriving amusement park o

Reviews

Property is great, just as described. Very peaceful area with stunning views. Secluded and in the middle of nowhere just enough for peace and quiet (all we heard were birds and the odd tractor) but close enough to nice walks, tourist attractions, shops, restaurants and cafes. Only met one of the owners, they were very nice and friendly. Only thing missing (just a small thing that would’ve been nice to have) was a small jar of coffee/tea bags. Really enjoyed our time there. Will be booking again, maybe even for colder weather next time so we can enjoy the log burner. Places nearby worth visiting: Blithfield reservoir Bishton Hall Canalside farm shop/cafe Antlers Cafe Mary’s Tearoom Shimla Palace

Rated by Nsrpnrk reviewed on 16th June 2023

Fantastic property in the heart of the Staffordshire countryside. The cottage is very well equipped and extremely cosy with underfloor heating throughout. Loads of space in the garden with plenty of seating and extensive views over the peaceful fields. Lovely place to sit out in the evening with a chilled glass of wine ! The highlight is of course the hot tub which was well used during our week's stay. Hayley, the host, was very helpful and met us on the first evening to explain all the controls for appliances etc. and give all details about how everything worked. Although cottage is right out in the country it's only s five minute drive from Rugeley which has all the shops, supermarkets, restaurants and pubs you need. Loads of visitor attractions within a half hours drive and we would highly recommend Shugborough Hall, Cannock Chase and especially the National Memorial Arboretum. Overall we had a fantastic week's holiday at the Hen House and would completely recommend this to anyone.

Rated by Shug55 reviewed on 6th November 2021

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