The Annexe at The Old Furnace is a peaceful, eco-friendly retreat for one to three guests, set beside a gentle brook in the heart of the Churnet Valley. Just five minutes’ walk from Dimmingsdale and Hawksmoor Nature Reserve, it offers direct access to some of the Staffordshire Peak District’s richest landscapes and wildlife.

Designed with strong environmental principles, the Annexe avoids plastics wherever possible, using natural materials, proper wood floors, antique quarry tiles and all-natural bedding. Accommodation includes a well-equipped kitchen, dining/lounge, single bedroom, shower/cloakroom and an upstairs twin bedroom. A beautiful oak conservatory overlooks the stream and serves as a sunroom by day and a star and bat watching space by night! Underfloor and central heating make it comfortable all year round.

Guests enjoy a private garden, patio, ample parking, laundry facilities and a lockable cycle store. Linen, towels, heating and lighting are included and the kitchen features a gas cooker and microwave. The Annexe is smoke-free, TV-free for guaranteed tranquillity and stocked with books, games, maps and curated local walking routes straight from the door.

Additional services include regular milk and newspaper delivery, weekly Riverford Organic deliveries, excellent local drinking water (it’s Ashbourne water without the plastic bottle!) and shops within three miles. Some accessibility needs can be accommodated by prior arrangement; however, the surrounding hilly terrain may be a consideration.

Please note: the Annexe is unsuitable for young children and dogs.

PLEASE RING FOR UP-TO DATE AVAILABILITY ON 01538 703331.

Price from: £540 Per Week
Sleeps: 3
Ground Floor Rooms: Yes
Children: No (All)
Dogs allowed: No
WiFi access: No
Parking: Yes
Electric Car Charging: No
Minimum Stay: 4 Nights (High Season) or 3 Nights (Off-peak only)
Week Starts on: Flexible
Credit Cards accepted: No
Green Tourism award: Peak District Environmental Quality Mark (EQM), Sustainable Staffordshire Award
What's included in my stay?   Click here to see a list of items included at our cottages

Nearest pub - 1 mile. Nearest restaurant - 1 1/2 miles.  

In the vicinity are some of the best gardens in England, including: • Biddulph Grange (National Trust) • Trentham Gardens (largest replanting/restoration programme in the UK) • National Memorial ArboretumThe area is a walker's paradise. Within half a mile of your front door are: • The Staffordshire Way Long Distance Path (92 miles) • The Sabrina Way long distance bridleway • The Weaver Walk (15 miles) • The Churnet Valley Geotrail (18 miles) • A Staffordshire Moorlands WalkThere are also many open access areas and literally dozens of footpaths within the immediate vicinity.

Within easy driving distance of The Old Furnace are: • The Peak District National Park • Cannock Chase Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty • Little Moreton Hall, Sudbury Hall and Shugborough (National Trust) • Two Heritage Steam Railways • Off-road Cycle Tracks • Coombes Valley RSPB Reserve • Stoke on Trent with its museums and pottery shops (including Emma Bridgewater, Burleigh, Wedgwood and others) • Cheadle with its famous Catholic Church (Pugin’s Gem), and other towns including Ashbourne, Leek and Buxton
 

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Directions: Located between B5032 and B5417, South of Oakamoor. Exact location map will be sent with your booking. Please note that Sat-nav takes you to the wrong place, so it is best to use the map sent to you.

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