The Stables

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Scored 8.2
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.5

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodation: The Stables in Alton offers a holiday home with two bedrooms and two bathrooms. The ground-floor unit features a private entrance and parquet floors. Modern Amenities: Guests enjoy free WiFi, a fully equipped kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, oven, stovetop, toaster, and electric kettle. The property includes a patio, dining area, and a walk-in shower. Convenient Location: Located 52 km from East Midlands Airport, The Stables is near Alton Towers (2.5 km), Trentham Gardens (26 km), Buxton Opera House (39 km), and Chatsworth House (46 km). Rafting is available in the surroundings. Highly rated by guests.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

  • Free parking available on-site

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
4 single beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

John
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovly place, located close to alton towers, plenty off space ideal for family. Plenty off parking. It was red hot inside upping arriving. Nice big kitchen fully equipped.”
Cheryl
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Accommodation was private, family friendly, and had great facilities inside and close to things we had planned to do, especially Alton towers. It was clean and had everything needed inside and kitchen facilities were great! Can tell the property...”
Moody
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We had such an amazing stay, such a lovely warm cottage. No more than a 3 minute drive to Alton towers. 3 pubs over the road. Area was extremely quiet and beautiful. Had everything you needed. Thank you”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Kenelm Hospitality Limited

Company review score: 8.6Based on 33 reviews from 2 properties
2 managed properties

Company information

The Stables is run by Kenelm Hospitality Limited, owned by the Kenelm Youth Trust. We run two retreat centres based in Alton, Staffordshire aimed at providing children and young people with new experiences. Set close to the heart of the village of Alton and only a few minutes drive to Alton Towers this is an ideal base to explore what this area of Staffordshire has to offer.

Property information

This very well presented, detached bungalow close to the centre of the pretty village of Alton, near to the Peak District and just a mile away (by car) from Alton Towers Theme Park and Peak Wildlife Centre. The property features one king size bedroom and one twin bedroom, both with ensuite facilities sleeping 4 people although, fold out Z-beds can be provided for larger families. Ideal for families with free private parking and garden space. Lovely large rooms, consisting of living room with satellite TV, log burner, separate dining room, kitchen with built in cooker and hob and slimline dishwasher. Free Wi-Fi and outdoor patio area. Located in the Dimmingsdale valley with excellent access to footpaths and routes, approximately 1 mile from Ramblers Retreat and walking distance to three village pubs including the neighbouring Bridge Hotel and The Talbot pub.

Neighbourhood information

Set in the pretty village of Alton, on the eastern slopes of the Churnet Valley. It is a sizable village with a rich history that includes Roman, Saxon, and Victorian influences. The Stables is within walking distance of all village amenities' and very close to two village pubs.

Language spoken

English

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House rules

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Check-in
From 16:00
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Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of £100 is required. The property charges this 14 days before arrival. That's about US$131. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cards accepted at this property
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 08:00.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 08:00:00.

A damage deposit of £100 is required. The property charges this days before arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.