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 property is ideally situated for exploring local attractions and National Trust sites. Thoughtful touches, such as welcome packs and essentials, are frequently mentioned, though not guaranteed. The hosts are described as friendly and helpful, contributing to a relaxing and memorable stay. Overall, guests highly recommend Hippo's Rest for a tranquil getaway.
Multiple reviews describe the cottage as spotless, very clean, and well maintained, with particular praise for the cleanliness of the bathroom and overall property.
Guests appreciate the peaceful, picturesque setting with easy access to local attractions, National Trust properties, and walking trails. The location is described as ideal for exploring the area and enjoying countryside views.
The cottage is repeatedly described as cosy, comfortable, and relaxing, with high-quality bedding and furnishings. Guests mention restful stays and a homely atmosphere.
Reviews consistently mention the cottage is very well equipped, with everything needed for self-catering and thoughtful extras. The garden and wildlife add to the appeal, and maintenance is praised.
Many guests mention thoughtful touches such as welcome packs, snacks, and essentials like tea, coffee, and eggs. While these gestures are appreciated, it should be noted 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
- Waterworld Stoke
- Waterworld
- Gladstone Pottery Museum
- Jodrell Bank
- Hack Green Secret Nuclear Bunker
- Staffordshire University
- Thor's Cave
Reviews (41)
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Pauline Payne
Enjoyable,cottage perfect, ideal for a quiet getaway
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Jacqui Benson
Another amazing week at the Hippo's Rest.Thank you Kerry and Ian for this little gem of a place ❤️
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Pete
Our second visit to this very clean, comfortable and peaceful cottage. Well equipped and handy for visiting National trust places, walks by the canals and other attractions.