The Piggery

The Piggery House in Staffordshire Moorlands District

4.2

Excellent(148 Reviews)

House in Staffordshire Moorlands District

Reasons to book

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more

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About this house rental

The Piggery is situated in Ipstones, 8 km from Leek, in the Staffordshire Moorlands. This holiday home features a patio with garden views. Guests benefit from free WiFi and private parking available on site.

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Map of Staffordshire Moorlands District

Nearby attractions

Manchester Art Gallery

50.5 mi

Manchester Museum

49 mi

Hawkstone Park Follies

48.7 mi

Endcliffe Park

47.2 mi

Available Rooms

One-Bedroom House

1 Double • 215 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

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The Piggery

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4.2

Excellent(148 Reviews)

House in Staffordshire Moorlands District

Reasons to book

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

About this house rental

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Map of Staffordshire Moorlands District

Nearby attractions

Manchester Art Gallery

50.5 mi

Manchester Museum

49 mi

Hawkstone Park Follies

48.7 mi

Endcliffe Park

47.2 mi

Available Rooms

One-Bedroom House

1 Double • 215 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Reviews

4.2

Excellent(148 Reviews)

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4.2

May 2024

Lovely stay, amazing quiet location and would return. Its very compact but works really well.

Beautiful setting

A little dated, especially the bathroom but super clean and cosy

4.2

May 2023

Exceptional

Had everything we needed

We weren’t sure what building it was when we arrived

4.2

Apr 2023

Needs a good clean and a lick of paint.

The accommodation was warm due to the underfloor heating. The shower was hot.

The bathroom had not been cleaned, there was toothpaste blobs and a razor cover in the sink and a short hair on the toilet seat. The bathmat had hairs on it. There was no teaspoons, chopping board or sharp knives and one of the 2 dinner plates had a bit chip out of it. The drop leaf door on the shelving unit was sticky. The outside area which included the washing up area was dirty and unkempt. I had to wash the bowl before I used it and the drainer had bird poo on it. The sponge and scouring brush should be thrown away. Luckily I had brought my own sponge and tea-towel. There was a divan bed so I could not store my suitcase and under the bed was full of dust an what looked like a sock. There were cobwebs hanging form the ceiling and the the blind was hard to close. The TV remote needed new batteries so I had to stand right up against the TV to operate it. During the night the standby light started flashing blue and red and I could not get to the plug to turn the TV off. I did not use the microwave as there was food stuck to the roof and the base under the turntable was very rusty. A dustpan and brush along with cleaning products would have been useful. It was such a shame as it could have been an excellent little retreat. I suggest a trip to IKEA, a deep clean and a lick of paint.

4.2

Apr 2023

Disappointing.

It was the weekend of the snow in March, even in the snow the location of the property was lovely and in the summer would be very scenic. Close to a pub/restaurant - didn't use it because of the snow but it wasn't far from the property.

The accommodation is very small. The size of the room wouldn't have been so much of a problem had a little bit of thought been put into the facilities. Having a microwave and fridge in the wardrobe is not ideal and I'm sure would be considered a fire hazard as microwaves need to have space to vent. The only storage/counter was a 60s pantry cupboard with a pull down front, very imposing in the room and not very practical, in fact I'd say a little dangerous as this is where you make hot drinks. Had a handy little table which came down from the wall but was accompanied by 2 big bar stools that were bulky for such a small room, when 2 fold up chairs would have been adequate. The bed was pushed up against the wall, so only one side for access but found that the mattress kept moving off the bed, mattress was exceptionally heavy to move back and believe it had seen better days. There was no where to wash cups or plates other than a very tiny handbasin in the bathroom which was virtually inaccessible. There a small wall immersion for hot water but it never got hot. The outside had a small decking area with a sort of BBQ and an outdoor sink with cold water, all looked a bit tired but I can see that sitting out on the porch on a summers evening would be nice. For the price, you didn't expect luxury but it felt like 'it'll do' rather than 'how can we make this more comfortable'. With a bit of thought and money spent on making it more serviceable, it would be a cracking little place to stay for a night or two.

4.2

Feb 2023

Good

The location was lovely with wonderful scenery. The piggery is quaint & unique. The underfloor heating was a real treat and the bed was really comfy. Ideal for walkers or summer use where you aren't in the property much and just need somewhere to rest your head.

The piggery was too small for us, the bathroom was a struggle - using the sink in a confined space. But in summer it wouldn't be as bad as there are outdoor sinks. If you're looking for simple accommodation this could suit other people. Little things like the candles were all used, the milk had gone off by the 2nd day and the fridge still had the previous people's dessert in it were more irritating problems. I thought I'd read it had a stove top but that could have been my mistake as we had a microwave. We never saw any property owner that we didn't approach. We're thankful we were left to our own devices but a welcoming hello wouldn't go amiss.

4.2

Jan 2023

excellent stay

small and cosy , great views

no bedside cabinet

4.2

Jan 2023

fantastic little gem, highly recommended!

Beautiful location, everything you need is in the property. So well thought out. Extremely comfy bed.

4.2

Jan 2023

Welcomed 2023 at The Piggery

Fabulous location. Amazing views. Wonderfully friendly and helpful host. Very cosy accommodation. So peaceful. Ate at The Red Lion...Good pub grub. Lovely county walks.

Nothing. The accommodation is exactly as described in the website. It's compact but perfect for an escape to nature for one or two nights.

4.2

Nov 2022

Such a lovely, comfy room

Amazing value for money! Room layout is so clever. The bed was so comfortable!

4.2

Oct 2022

such a nice cosy trip to the countryside. fun and friendly and well worth the money

such a cute and cosy stay! would highly recommend to anyone wanting a trip to the countryside

there’s not that much floor space but it was very manageable

4.2

Sep 2022

cozy little place in the heart of the countryside

Great location, only 10-15 walk to pubs and restaurant

the outside sink!

4.2

Sep 2022

Exceptional

gorgeous little place. everything there for an overnight or two stop

4.2

Aug 2022

beautiful location with such friendly and accommodating people, only 20 mins from Alton towers.

loved the front are with bbq and seating, beautiful views

a bit small but very cute and good value for money

4.2

Aug 2022

Gorgeous little house in the Peak District

Location was great. The property was very cosy

4.2

Jul 2022

walking distance to the local pub for lovely food

wonderful scenery.

4.2

Jun 2022

Exceptional

It was such a lovely little place to stay, very tranquil and beautiful surroundings. We met the owners who were very welcoming and friendly. The village was a short walk to the pubs, local shop and butchers. Would highly recommend for a short break away.

4.2

May 2022

Lovely stay at the Piggery

Had a wonderful stay at the Piggery. Had all the facilities we needed as well as some added extra touches: Books, DVDs, BBQ, Fire Pit. These were all welcome additions! Fresh milk was in the fridge upon arrival, as well as full tea and coffee making facilities. The bed was comfy and the piggery itself was cosy but actually offered a bit more space than we expected! Seating area with drop down table was perfect for meals, and cooking facilities were good: fridge, hob, microwave,toaster, kettle. The location is excellent, with a shop, pub and restaurant only a short walk away, and the property itself is lovely. We also met some very lovely horses that lived on the property!!

WiFi signal could be improved: The area itself has very sparce Internet and wifi was a bit hit or miss. Not too mich of an issue for us though. Matches for the hob and fire pit would also be a welcome addition. Apart from that, everything was perfect!

4.2

May 2022

Ideal location for where we were visiting ( Alton Towers), it was peaceful and relaxing.

Clean compact property with all essentials needed

Nothing

4.2

Nov 2021

Exceptional

The property was beautiful. The location is lovely and Pip and Rob were very welcoming and accommodating. There were thoughtful touches to our stay and we had a great night away.

Nothing. Everything was perfect.

4.2

Nov 2021

Great location if visiting Alton towers!!!

Beautiful little cosy cottage with just enough room for two. Great location close to Alton towers which we were visiting and other attractions and restaurants. Kind and helpful owners with all the facilities you need for a short stay. Would definitely come back again!!!

4.2

Oct 2021

Review

Lovey location and pretty little house

The bed wasn’t very comfortable and there was mould in the bathroom, on the sealant and on the roof above the shower. Also it would of been helpful if I could of got hold of the owners as I tried to ring a few times about our late arrival beforehand with no luck and when we arrived we had to stumble about in the dark trying to work out what to do until we realised the key had been left in the door.

4.2

Oct 2021

Perfect location in beautiful countryside.

The Piggery was in a beautiful spot, so tranquil and quiet. The room was just right for a one or two night stay though may be too small for a longer stay with more luggage. Pip the host was super friendly and accommodating. The pub in Ipstones, The Marquis of Granby, served excellent food with friendly staff and locals. We'd love to stay again.

The bed was a little soft for us but it was so quiet we slept well anyway!

4.2

Oct 2021

Exceptional

Fantastic value for money

4.2

Sep 2021

Good

The location was lovely. The owners were lovely. We loved sitting out on the decking with the fire pit going at night . The place was extremely quiet . (Beautiful )

It was cramped .

4.2

Aug 2021

pleasant for 2 nights, couldn't be anymore for me though, to small.

Storage for my bikes. Nice area and not far from the village, nice hosts and people living on the farm, lovely surrounding fields and hills, good view. nice BBQ area outside the piggery. comfy bed. close to alton towers which is what its purpose was for.

The property was small as expected but i'd have prefered a slightly bigger bathroom. getting to the wash basin is hard as its tiny and wedged in the corner. . Cobwebs need removing and the top windows could do with a clean which made it feel a little 'grubby' . few things inside could do with updating, not a massive fan of shabby sheek! TV needs replacing too, to high up and poor picture.

4.2

Aug 2021

Good

Outside fire pit and decking area Provision of tea coffee and food making facilities Friendly hosts

Bed wasn’t too comfy No remote for tv made it difficult to use

4.2

Jul 2021

Amazing location for a quiet break. 9.7/10

Everything about the Piggery & the surrounding area is amazing. Very picturesque & tranquil location not far from a village with a great pub and local shop. It had a great porch with BBQ & fire pit to enjoy evening drinks in the countryside. The hosts were very friendly and the horses liked a wee clap & tickle aswell. Would 100% recommend this place to friends & family & would definitely revisit for a quiet break from everyday life.

The place was a bit dusty with cobwebs and there was some mold round the windows. And a bunch of dead bugs in the lamp. The plates, glasses, mugd, toilet & shower were spotless though. Will definitely revisit as the surroundings were beautiful & the hosts were very friendly.

4.2

Jul 2021

Very good

It was very quirky, small but was all we needed for our 2 night stay.

Nothing

4.2

Jul 2021

Hey what you pay for

Was a great location for walking into the village and driving to local attractions. Was lovely and peaceful. Would recommend the local pub marques of granbey for food, especially fish on Friday.

We are fortunate enough as a couple to stay away often. Whilst we don’t have high expectations I have to say this was one of the dirtiest places we have ever stayed. The floor was unclean, the fridge had stuff in from the previous guests and needed cleaning, there were cobwebs in all of the windows that could have been taken away with a long reach duster, there were a mass of flys in the light fixture, and a hair in the shower. The only way to wash dishes was an outside sink, really not a problem as you only have to boil a kettle and crack on, but the cloth left to clean was disgusting so we chose not to use it. There was a toaster that had seen better days, and a kettle full of scale. The place could do with a bit of care, little things like a bread or sharp knife, and maybe a few more utensils. The barbecue outside still had the previous guests disposable on top and the utensils were dirty. The draw in the larder had a range of miscellaneous items in including condoms, which I felt was inappropriate and had clearly not been cleared out for a while. Considering we are still classed as being in a pandemic all be it coming out the other end, the level of cleanliness was poor. It’s the only place I have stayed where I had to clean before we used anything. This may be acceptable for some as it was reasonable priced and a step up from camping, but the property has so much potential if a little time and effort was made.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Staffordshire Moorlands District?

The average price for a rental in Staffordshire Moorlands District is R 1,841 per night. This rental is R 606 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The Piggery. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is The Piggery pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at The Piggery?

We found 6 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, balcony or patio, and tv.

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The Piggery

House in Staffordshire Moorlands District

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Staffordshire Moorlands District

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

One-Bedroom House

The Piggery

House in Staffordshire Moorlands District

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Staffordshire Moorlands District

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

One-Bedroom House

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Staffordshire Moorlands District?

Is parking included with this house?

Is there a pool at this house?

Is The Piggery pet friendly?

What amenities are available at The Piggery?

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