The Nook

About this property

Located in the heart of Leek, a bustling market town in Staffordshire is The Nook, a delightful, four-bedroom home. Just paces away from a hub of activity, including a plethora of shops, tearooms, pubs, and attractions, The Nook also rests near the Peak District National Park, making it a wonderful base for a family of eight looking to explore the region. Unload your belongings to the roadside, before parking in a nearby public car park. Step indoors to be greeted by the homely sitting room, complete with beams overhead, lovely wooden floors, plush seating, a Smart TV, and an electric fire. Continue through to a lovely little nook, the perfect reading spot to break away from the family, whilst the first floor also houses a further snug to unwind and enjoy some peace and quiet. Reach the well-equipped, sleek kitchen, where you can rustle up delicious meals, ready to be enjoyed around the eight-seater dining table, or alfresco upon the rear patio. As the night unfolds, catch some rest from one of four bedrooms on offer, including a king-size, a twin (zip/link), and two second-floor doubles, the master featuring a delightful electric fire. Awaken to a long soak in the contemporary bathroom, or a refreshing shower, before preparing to explore the town, with a wide variety of amenities to take advantage of to ease your self-catered stay. Within the vicinity you'll also locate the Brindley Water Mill to tour, Ladderedge Country Park for a nature-filled hike, Leek Golf Club, ideal for golf fanatics, and Rudyard Lake, a lovely landscape for a day of boating. Head into the national park to discover many beauty spots, including The Roaches, and Reynards Cave, of follow one of several walking trails leading up to the peaks. Traversing north, enjoy a day out in Buxton, where you can tour Poole's Cavern, the Buxton Museum & Art Gallery, and the Buxton Visitor Centre & The Buxton Crescent Experience, whilst Alton Towers, a firm family favourite can be reached via car, sure to offer a memorable day. All of this awaits at The Nook.

The hillside market town of Leek, known as “The Queen of the Moorlands” is situated on the western side of The Peaks and is surrounded by lovely Moorland countryside. The town has a charming cobbled market place and there are many examples of fine Victorian architecture influenced by William Morris - a reminder of the town’s prosperity when it was renowned as a silk manufacturing centre. Today Leek offers a wide selection of shops including vast antique emporiums, a good selection of restaurants, a local park and leisure facilities and real ale pubs. Situated close to Three Shires Head, the meeting point of the counties of Cheshire, Derbyshire and Staffordshire, Leek is near to Chatsworth House, Buxton Opera House and Gawsworth Hall, plus Alton Towers is within driving distance.

Accommodation

Over three floors.

Four bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x second-floor double with electric fire, 1 x second-floor double, 1 x twin (zip/link, can be king-size on request).

Bathroom with bath, handheld shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC.

Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC.

Kitchen.

Dining room.

Sitting room with electric fire.

Snug.

First-floor snug

Gas central heating.

Gas Rangemaster, microwave, 2 x fridge/freezer, coffee machine.

Smart TV, WiFi, selection of books.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Unloading to the roadside, followed by parking in a nearby public car park.

Rear, multi-level garden with decking and furniture.

Sorry, no pets and no smoking.

Shop and pub 0.1 miles.

Note: There are steep steps to the interior and exterior; please take care.

Note: The property rests on a main road.

Note: Single-side access to the king-size bed