The Hen House | Rugeley | Stockwell Heath | Peak District

Customer rating

4.8★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Hot tub
Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

85 Customer Review(s)

Elisa
October 2025

“The Hen House is in a great location.”

Close to all attractions such as the National Memorial Arboretum, Cannock Chase, Lichfield, Middleport Pottery etc. The hosts were welcoming and left welcome treats which were much appreciated. Would definitely stay again and a few little tweaks would help: An extra armchair so four adults could sit more comfortably, a sharp veg knife for those who want to eat in and the wet room drainage is not good. But this did not spoil our stay, and it is a lovely retreat for both humans and dogs.

Close to all attractions such as the National Memorial Arboretum, Cannock Chase, Lichfield, Middleport Pottery etc. The hosts were welcoming and left welcome treats which were much appreciated. Would definitely stay again and a few little tweaks would help: An extra armchair so four adults could sit more comfortably, a sharp veg knife for those who want to eat in and the wet room drainage is not good. But this did not spoil our stay, and it is a lovely retreat for both humans and dogs.

- Elisa, October 2025
Lisa August 2025

“We all really enjoyed our stay.”

Very relaxing and comfortable. So quiet, possibly a bit remote for some, but we loved it. All the facilities in the lodge that you could need. I could actually move in permanently tomorrow.

- Lisa, August 2025
Sharon August 2025

“We had a really enjoyable stay at the Hen House.”

It is a lovely place, well decorated, maintained and spotless. The enclosed beautiful garden is an absolute winner, especially keeping our rescue dog secure! The surrounding areas are beautiful with lots of places to visit and to go to eat. The hot tub is superb, giving us much needed chilling out time. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend the Hen House as a place to stay and unwind .

- Sharon, August 2025
Mandy June 2025

“Very relaxing holiday.”

The only negative about the property is that it’s accommodation for 4 and 1 settee and a dinning table that sits 3 people. Having said that I enjoyed every minute of our stay.

- Mandy, June 2025
Janice May 2025

“The Hen House is a lovely place to stay.”

It has all you need, including a hot tub! It was beautifully clean and very comfortable

- Janice, May 2025
Ellie April 2025

“This was the perfect location for a book club.”

The cottage is beautifully decorated and brilliantly designed. The hot tub was large and comfortable for four people. The views were gorgeous and we saw a few owls on our final evening observing us from the tree overlooking the hot tub. The kitchen was well stocked with utensils. Martin was very helpful and friendly when he came to show us how to work the hot tub. Would definitely book again!

- Ellie, April 2025
Jessica February 2025

“The holiday cottage is maintained to a good condition.”

The property was warm and inviting with lots of helpful information provided. The hot tub is well maintained and is a large part of what makes the property appealing to our young family as we spent most afternoons in it after venturing out for a little fresh air in the morning - it would have been difficult to keep our five year old busy at the property without it! The owner is friendly and accommodating. We would like to return if given the chance.

- Jessica, February 2025
Jo December 2024

“An excellent property with great facilities.”

- Jo, December 2024
Malcolm December 2024

“Beautiful peaceful very clean, went for Xmas and loved every minute, hot tub was fab, love to go back in summer when it’s dry.”

- Malcolm, December 2024
Lisa December 2024

“This place if absolutely fantastic”

- Lisa, December 2024
Natalee November 2024

“What a wonderful time we had!”

The cabin was absolutely spotless and our hosts were so welcoming and friendly. We will be back again soon!

- Natalee, November 2024
Paul November 2024

“An absolutely lovely place to stay, peaceful and relaxing, and the hot tub was an added bonus.”

I would highly recommend this place to anyone.

- Paul, November 2024
Shirley September 2024

“The beds were comfortable but much too high for small people or people with arthritis.”

The sofa in the lounge was too low, for the same reasons and difficult to get up from. There were no other comfy chairs in the property, only 4 kitchen chairs. No chairs in the bedrooms. The cups and glasses were in a cupboard too high to reach and behind a board which made it difficult to get them out. There were also lots of flies about. Fly spray was provided but made no noticeable difference.

- Shirley, September 2024
Tanya August 2024

“We had a lovely stay at the Hen House.”

We loved the privacy the cottage gave us, the views over the fields and, of course, the hot tub. The prosecco was a nice touch, thank you. Hayley was great with communication in the lead up to and during our stay and it was nice that she met us when we arrived. We found the property smaller than we expected - the photos show a kitchen, dining area and a small living area but to get the furnitute like this, the sofa would need to be almost touching the opposite side. The table was folded down next to the side wall rather than behind the sofa as shown and the chairs didn't fit under it making g the already small space seem smaller. We were lucky with the weather and ate outside most days but if the weather had not been kind we would have had to rearrange the furniture to fold the table out to fit the 4 of us (2 children, 2 adults). This is not what we had hoped for so we just didn't use the table. This was disappointing. The second bedroom was also much smaller than we expected and a bit of a squeeze for the 2 children. We had our labrador with us too, and it just felt a bit cramped. Overall though, we had a pleasant stay. We would recommend the Wolesley Arms pub in Wolesley Bridge - great after a dog walk by the canal and the Shugborough estate in Cannock Chase. We also made the 50 minute trip to Ironbridge for the victoriana museum and that was doable. There were also lovely walks from the cottage and we took the dog round the fields at the back, where there is a little stream.

- Tanya, August 2024
Kit May 2024

“My mum and I have just returned from a wonderful weeks stay at the hen house with our 2 dogs.”

We both had an incredible time & would love to go again! The location is far better than I expected, I originally booked as I thought it was the Peak District and although it’s not, it’s still fabulous. So many wonderful walks on your doorstep, Trentham gardens was wonderful as was the canal walks at great Haywood. The hot tub is amazing and speaking with the lovely owner Martin upon leaving he informed me he empty’s the tub every changeover which was great to hear. The beds and really comfortable and the whole place is brilliantly looked after. Lovely enclosed garden too. The front gardens hedge has almost grown up enough to just have a little gate for that to be enclosed to so that may be something the owners could consider? If you are looking for a place in a great location, complete privacy and peaceful environment i thoroughly recommend the hen house. It has given me such fabulous memories with my mum.

- Kit, May 2024
Anne May 2024

“We stayed in both properties The Hen House and Hen House View as a family of 4 adults, 2 little children and a small dog.”

This is a lovely, peaceful, countryside retreat within close proximity of shops and activities. Very private. Very comfortable beds, spotlessly clean and very well equipped. Fridge is standard under the counter size but with Tescos and Morrisons not far away that’s not a problem. Fridge in Hen House View is bigger. The six of us ate comfortably in The Hen House on a rainy day. Martin offered to bring extra chairs but we didn’t need them. Good BBQ which was adequate size for all of us and we enjoyed the food we cooked from Canalside butchers. They also have a good range of fresh fruit and veg. We ate outside whenever weather allowed. Hot tub is a great size and the children loved it. Wi-Fi worked well for us. Nice small enclosed garden which was good for keeping the children and small dog safe. Trips to Lichfield, Amerton Farm, Trentham Gardens and the Monkey Forest all greatly enjoyed. Ye Old Dun Cow was good for food and within walking distance although we found it a little expensive. This was our 2nd stay at The Hen House. All in all we had a lovely time and would love to return again. Thank you Haley and Martin for the welcome treats and for the use of your properties.

- Anne, May 2024
Kiera May 2024

“Our stay at Hen House was lovely.”

We had beautiful views from the back garden and we saw pheasants and rabbits. The property owner Hayley didn’t meet us and was quite laps with answering enquires. However we did meet Charlie and he was extremely helpful. The first day we didn’t have heating or hot water but Charlie was there within half an hour and fixed it for us. The listing states the fields surrounding the property can be used if dogs are on leads but this is untrue. We were told it’s private land and couldn’t be explored. This was disappointing. The BBQ was filthy so couldn’t be used. I booked through Homes to go which didn’t give an option to add dogs to booking which caused a bit of an issue so this listing needs to be amended. The listing states freeview but it is not set up. We tried to use Apps on Tv (ITVX) but it kept stopping because the Wi-Fi is unreliable. The bait box in garden is of concern when taking dogs and would be a risk to small children also.

- Kiera, May 2024
Andrea April 2024

“A beautiful little retreat.”

I will definitely be booking there again.

- Andrea, April 2024
Louise March 2024

“Absolutely gorgeous”

- Louise, March 2024
Jo March 2024

“Really lovely property but there were only 2 of us.”

3 seater sofa so if there’s 4 of you it’s a dining chair. Tv small & plenty of room for a bigger one in lounge. Lovely stay Owners very helpful Would stay again

- Jo, March 2024

Thank you for your feedback, we are always on hand to help wherever possible! We are glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again. Kind regards Property Owner
Carl January 2024

“We really enjoyed our stay.”

..some great local walks etc. The kitchen was well equipped and the hot tub was exceptional. Only a couple of points 1) an additional comfortable chair in the living room would be nice 2) the mattress in the main bedroom is ready for changing. Overall, we had a fabulous time. Thank you.

- Carl, January 2024

Thanks for the great feedback, we're glad that you enjoyed the surrounding area, there's plenty of places to explore and the hot tub feels even better after a long day out! We will take on board your recommendations and see what improvements can be made. We hope you'll come visit us again. Property Owner
Michael November 2023

“Perfect place to stay for a getaway from the norm,has absolutely everything you need to just turn up and relax.”

Would 100% recommend this property and will definitely be returning in the near future.

- Michael, November 2023

Thank you for your wonderful feedback, we are thrilled to know that you would love to return and hope to see you again soon! Property Owner
Rhona October 2023

“The Hen House was lovely.”

R clean, cosy and the hot tub was brilliant. Great location - really peaceful but within driving distance of lots to do. Would highly recommend!

- Rhona, October 2023
Natasha October 2023

“Stunning property in a nice secluded area.”

The property is very clean and has absolutely everything you could need to make your stay perfect. Loved the cosy feel of the property and the hot tub is amazing especially after a long walk. Plenty to do and see in the area within walking or short drive. Can not fault our staff and the host were lovely and very helpful on places to explore in the area. I would definitely recommend and would love to return in the future.

- Natasha, October 2023
Emma October 2023

“We had a fantastic stay at The Hen House, what a gem of a place right in the countryside away from everything.”

The place was clean, comfortable and so peaceful and very close to many different walks to go on adventures for the day. The pub and a local shop are just a 10 minute walk away. The hot tub was an added bonus with views over the fields which was lovely and we enjoyed watching cows in the distant fields in the morning with a coffee. We got engaged during our stay, so this place will always be a special place for us now. We would love to come back in the future. Thank you!

- Emma, October 2023
Patrick September 2023

“Beautiful place which has been decorated really nicely & has been maintained really well.”

Martin met us on arrival to show how to use the hot tub and gave us a great overview for some nice walks around the area. The house had everything you could possibly need. The bed was comfortable, the showers were nice and powerful and the garden was enclosed which was great with the dog. Highly recommend the hen house!

- Patrick, September 2023
Mike September 2023

“Hen House is a lovely modern building with some nice touches of the original building style.”

Spotlessly clean and well equipped with all mod cons, including a hot tub! Set in the countryside but close enough to excellent pubs and restaurants, we highly recommend the Old Dun Cow nearby and the Italian La Terrazza in Rugeley. The owners are very friendly and welcoming. The only thing worth of note is that the layout is quite compact in line with the Hen House theme, the kitchen/diner/living room is dominated by a lovely big leather sofa, ideal for a family with children, but limited space for the table, and needed some shuffling for us 4 adults. This did not distract from our stay, lovely beds, good showers and everything provided. Well recommended.

- Mike, September 2023
Richard August 2023

“Very pleasant stay Very clean and everything we needed was there Highly recommend it for a relaxing week”

- Richard, August 2023
Stephen August 2023

“We usually stay in Peak District but found Hen House someway south in Staffordshire and were very impressed, didn't want to leave and would go back tomorrow!”

Fabulous accommodation, fabulous location.

- Stephen, August 2023
Paul August 2023

“We really enjoyed our stay at Hen House.”

The house was perfect and had pretty much everything you would need for a relaxing break. Our little dog Pluto enjoyed relaxing in the quiet garden after a day of walking around some of the local landmarks, and the hot tub was perfect for us to do the same! We visited Shugborough Hall, Cannock Chase and Rosliston Forestry Centre, all of which were within a half hour drive - we also visited the local village of Abbots Bromley and had a lovely meal at The Bagot Arms. The only negatives I could give would be the unreliable WIFI and the small fridge / freezer (We stayed for a week and brought our own food, the freezer is just one shelf).

- Paul, August 2023
Ted July 2023

“Great place well appointed clean convenient made me happy”

- Ted, July 2023
Philip July 2023

“Lovely quiet location with the added bonus of a well maintained hot tub”

- Philip, July 2023
Kim June 2023

“Had a great stay and the cottage is very well placed for exploring.”

Some of the furniture is a little big and for the size of the property particularly in the bedrooms . That being said we would definitely recommend this property. The property owners were very helpful and friendly.

- Kim, June 2023
Kieran June 2023

“Property is great, just as described.”

Very peaceful area with stunning views. Secluded and in the middle of nowhere just enough for peace and quiet (all we heard were birds and the odd tractor) but close enough to nice walks, tourist attractions, shops, restaurants and cafes. Only met one of the owners, they were very nice and friendly. Only thing missing (just a small thing that would’ve been nice to have) was a small jar of coffee/tea bags. Really enjoyed our time there. Will be booking again, maybe even for colder weather next time so we can enjoy the log burner.

- Kieran, June 2023
Sophie June 2023

“Perfect gorgeousness.”

Wonderful stay. Welcoming and friendly hosts. Beautiful spot. Was exactly like the photos and the hot tub was amazing. Beautiful views ❤️ will be back

- Sophie, June 2023
Lee June 2023

“A superb property.”

Fabulous facilities that was extremely clean on arrival. Lovely hot tub and some nice touches with the welcome gifts and hosts Martin and Hayley are lovely. Great location if you want to explore this part of the UK and some wonderful things to do locally. Walking distance of an amazing pub (ye olde dun cow) but you must book in to get a table. We will definitely book again here and can highly recommend it.

- Lee, June 2023
Linda Helen May 2023

“Great hosts, lovely lodge, spotless.”

Walks were great for our dog and hot tub, amazing at the end of the day.. Peace and quiet.

- Linda Helen, May 2023
Leanne May 2023

“We had a wonderful 3 nights at The Hen House.”

The garden was fully secure so we didn’t need to worry about our jack Russell cross escaping. The views from the garden are beautiful. The house was fully equipped with everything we needed, even a bbq which we really enjoyed. The bed is super comfy as well! We found plenty of walks nearby including a few pubs within walking distance. We will definitely be back again.

- Leanne, May 2023
Dennis May 2023

“Good secluded and quiet location.”

Owner met us but said that Sykes should not say phone 4 hours before: it should be 20 minutes. The postcode given takes you to the wrong road about 200 m south. The main problem was the shower in the wet room could not be set cold enough. The information inside said there should be 2 torches, but we could not find them. We were given a litre of milk but you will need to bring tea, coffee, sugar etc. We did not use the log burner as the whole place was very warm due to the underfloor heating, which we had to switch off.

- Dennis, May 2023
Georgina April 2023

“Every thing was lovely, thank you”

- Georgina, April 2023
Suzanne March 2023

“We were blown away with the property.”

It was amazing. It was very clean, very comfortable, and we had an amazing time there. The welcome bits were a lovely touch. Thank you for the bubbly:) The hot tub was to die for. Every day during our 7 day stay we were in it....even in the snow! A truly amazing find in a quiet location. If you require peace and tranquility, then this is the place to go. A***

- Suzanne, March 2023
Lyndon February 2023

“The lodge itself is really lovely.”

Just a note to anyone wanting to walk from the property that there are a quite lot of tractors and lorries that use the lanes around and in some parts it was quite scary with them trying to pass you on the very narrow lanes. Its also quite muddy on the verges as there are no pavements. They are also quite noisy passing the property but it is just during the daytime. Obviously this is no fault of anyones, this is just for info. Otherwise, the lodge was really nice to stay in. It was clean. The hot tub was gorgeous and the view is stunning. Had a couple of small issues, which we made the owner aware of. Had a lovely week.

- Lyndon, February 2023
Christine Susan November 2022

“Fabulous break, delightful lodge with everything we needed.”

Lots of help, support & information provided to ensure we had a great relaxing time away. Plenty to visit nearby including Lichfield, the National Memorial Arboretum, Trentham Garden Centre & shopping village.

- Christine Susan, November 2022
Lisa October 2022

“Had a fantastic 3 night stay at the Hen House.”

I can’t recommend it highly enough. The location, the cleanliness are excellent, fully equipped with everything you need. The owners are lovely & friendly. The hot tub was amazing & private with a fantastic view. We will definitely be returning.

- Lisa, October 2022
Caroline August 2022

“Loved it. Great host, very friendly.”

Lovely accommodation, great for dog walking & a quick pint at the local pub.

- Caroline, August 2022
Richard July 2022

“Beautiful location, top notch and immaculate accommodation.”

Great area to visit with local pubs and restaurants/cafes a short walk or drive away. Fantastic to relax in a hot tub after a day exploring the area.

- Richard, July 2022
Sharon June 2022

“The Hen House was superb - perfect for a peaceful relaxing week.”

Well equipped and clean.

- Sharon, June 2022
Rebekah June 2022

“We were very pleased with the accommodation for our holiday.”

We stayed with our two young children and dog and the place was suitable for us all. The only thing that was missing was a washing machine but we got round that! We would definitely recommend and would come back! Thank you!

- Rebekah, June 2022
Ian April 2022

“Peaceful location with excellent walking and good views, walking distance to local Pubs with restaurant facilities, lots of interesting places to visit within easy access, either walking, cycling or a short drive.”

- Ian, April 2022
Siray April 2022

“Well kept, clean and very comfortable cottage.”

Beautiful outside space and plenty of local amenities. We went with two small children and a dog and we found it to be very suitable to our needs. Owners kind and accommodating. Would love to go back :)

- Siray, April 2022
Anthony March 2022

“This is our second time we have stayed and couldn’t fault anything.”

The hosts are friendly and take care to make sure your stay is comfortable. Would highly recommend and will definitely be back.

- Anthony, March 2022
Martin March 2022

“This was a perfect weekend getaway.”

The listing was accurate. We can’t wait to come back later this year!

- Martin, March 2022
Deborah February 2022

“Lovely well thought out accommodation, with some lovely touches.”

Nice walks from the property for our dog and a good position for seeing the sites.

- Deborah, February 2022
Joanne February 2022

“The Hen House was beautifully presented with a very warm welcome from Hayley.”

We also enjoyed the little extra treat of Prosecco, thank you! It’s the perfect place to spend quality time as a family and offers the most amazing views while relaxing in the hot tub. We will definitely be visiting again. Thank you Haley and Martin

- Joanne, February 2022
Jennifer January 2022

“Very enjoyable stay in the Hen House.”

Extremely clean and beautifully furnished, high quality and set in scenic surroundings. Hot tub well utilised and so relaxing taking in the views. Lots of walking which is what we wanted and a roaring log fire in the evenings. Hosts were on hand with any questions and sorted out a problem with the electricity promptly. Highly recommended.

- Jennifer, January 2022
Kay January 2022

“Had a beautiful stay at The Hen House.”

This perfect little cabin provides everything I needed for a lovely 7 night stay. The hot tub was amazing and I also loved the wood burner, both made the evenings unforgettable. Will definitely be visiting again, Martin was a great host, definitely recommend. See you again soon :-)

- Kay, January 2022
Lindsay January 2022

“We had a lovely weekend at the hen house, all the rooms were very clean and well equipped, the bedding was high quality and the beds were very comfortable.”

It was well decorated and had a very nice barn/farmhouse theme throughout. The hot tub was perfect and the cover was very easy to take off and on and it was always lovely and warm. The log-burner was a lovely touch and there was a surplus of wood stored in the garden. Hayley came shortly after we arrived to answer any questions, she was very accommodating. Thank you Hayley, we hope to return soon.

- Lindsay, January 2022
Rachel December 2021

“My husband, myself and our dog had the pleasure of staying over the Christmas break, the lodge was private and very comfortable.”

The facilities were fantastic and had everything you could need, walks were beautiful and the local pub (11 minutes walk away) served up amazing food. We will book to return in the summer to make use of the large private garden and bbq, and jump back into that fantastic hot tub. Communication was also fab, thanks very much. Xx

- Rachel, December 2021
Lisa December 2021

“We had a wonderful stay at the henhouse I would definitely recommend staying ...”

We had a wonderful stay at the henhouse I would definitely recommend staying here We were made to feel extremely welcome by Martin and Hayley

- Lisa, December 2021
Jayne November 2021

“Lovely place very quiet and hot tub was amazing, wonderful touch with milk ...”

Lovely place very quiet and hot tub was amazing, wonderful touch with milk crisps and prosecco, Down side only one sofa which not really compatible to seat 4 Would have liked a mop

- Jayne, November 2021

Thanks for your comments-there’s a mop in the shed where the outside cushions are kept There’s a very large settee and 4 individual kitchen chairs-sadly we can’t fit any more furniture in as it would become too crowded Property Owner
Dee November 2021

“It was a beautiful location, very quiet and relaxing.”

Just what we wanted. Definitely would stay again. And recommend to friends and family.

- Dee, November 2021
Nina October 2021

“We had a relaxing weekend away the hen house was so homely the hot tub was amazing and the location was beautiful, we will be returning!”

- Nina, October 2021
Helen October 2021

“Beautiful cottage in an excellent location lots of visitor attractions within a half hours drive.”

- Helen, October 2021
Deborah July 2021

“Beautiful lodge and the hot tub a fab asset.”

Thank you

- Deborah, July 2021
Ellen July 2021

“Amazing private setting with secure garden.”

The hen house was finished to a high standard with everything we needed for a comfortable stay.Highly recommend and would book again.

- Ellen, July 2021
Louise July 2021

“The cottage was lovely and clean the only draw back was the small fridge and ...”

The cottage was lovely and clean the only draw back was the small fridge and freezer and not been able to connect to the WiFi as wrong code wrote down

- Louise, July 2021
Fiona July 2021

“Had an absolutely wonderful time and sorry to leave.”

The property was beautiful, really stylish and comfortable and so well equipped, a lovely quiet location yet so close to loads of things to visit and do in the area. Lovely walks, great for cycling and horse riding on Cannock Chase. Definitely love to return and recommend to anyone. The hosts were really friendly and extremely helpful. Highly recommendable! Fiona

- Fiona, July 2021
Lisa June 2021

“Well it was an amazing relaxing place to recover as we didn't think we would get their .”

.can't fault anything other than the sofa wasnt really made for 4 and far to slouchy ..would certainly be back ..Hot tub was amaxing and so was the beds...All general items you would need were provided.

- Lisa, June 2021
Zoe June 2021

“We have booked with Sykes a number of times now and it’s always seamless.”

We had a lovely time away and the Hen House was perfect for us. The location is really quiet but there is plenty to do locally. We really felt like we got away from everything. The owner was also really friendly and helpful. We would recommend and would return.

- Zoe, June 2021
Jenny June 2021

“We loved the hot tub and the enclosed garden for our doggys”

- Jenny, June 2021
Anne May 2021

“Lovely accommodation.”

Very clean. Quality kitchen equipment and nice decor. Great location with picturesque surrounding countryside for walking and days out within half an hours drive. Enjoyed the hot tub. Ye Old Dun Cow pub within walking distance and La Terrazza restaurant a short drive away. Both very good food and worth a visit. Only downside was that we were a party of 4 adults and a baby and found the living area a little on the small side. We fortunately had very good weather and were able to eat outside.

- Anne, May 2021
Michael May 2021

“Really enjoyed our stay.”

. I would say the living room is a bit cramped for 4 adults if staying in autumn/ winter when patio use is limited.

- Michael, May 2021
Lee May 2021

“Thank you so much for a lovely break at the cottage.”

The location is fabulous, with views from the cottage windows and garden. Very peaceful! Cottage is so comfortable and well equipped. Very clean. Would definitely return. Russ and Lee, Maidenhead

- Lee, May 2021
Maggie April 2021

“The Hen House is incredible!”

A perfect get away in a very, very picturesque location. Martin was super friendly, we even received a bottle of Prosecco and some milk on arrival which was a lovely touch! Thanks for having us again!

- Maggie, April 2021
Thomas April 2021

“The stay from start to finish was fantastic with little extras such as: bread, milk and prosecco in the kitchen on arrival.”

Adding to this the owner was on hand for any queries prior to during and after the stay. Overall spec of the Hen House is exemplary with everything you need for a great stay and even more! The surrounding area was full of walks and a shirt drive away leads you to some great attractions and shops! We cannot fault the Hen House in any aspect at all and can only thank the host for having us!

- Thomas, April 2021
Stuart October 2020

“Accommodation is to a real high specification, beautiful setting and a nice place overall to unwind.”

- Stuart, October 2020
Anna October 2020

“Lovely accommodation, amazing hot tub and all in a very tranquil location.”

Owners were extremely helpful. We will definitely book another stay in the future! Thanks so much!

- Anna, October 2020
Emily September 2020

“We had a fantastic stay at the hen house!”

It was spotless and furnished really nicely. I would definitely recommend this property. The hot tub was fab and the bottle of Prosecco when we arrived was a lovely extra touch. Lots to do in the area, we had a dog with us so we were slightly limited but managed to find some dog friendly pubs and days out. I will definitely come back again one day 10/10!

- Emily, September 2020
Christopher September 2020

“Cottage was fantastic.”

Clean and tidy, all amenities we could have needed. The owners were so friendly and kept in contact up to the day of arrival. Really happy with the whole experience.

- Christopher, September 2020
George August 2020

“No it was great recommended to f amiley and friends well worth the price”

- George, August 2020
David August 2020

“Lovely accommodation in peaceful setting.”

Many Thanks

- David, August 2020
Natalie August 2020

“This cottage is lovely, fab owners, beautifully built and spotless.”

Hot tub being an added bonus. The only thing that let it down for us was we knew there was another holiday let on site but as it was meant for 2 people it would be quite quiet. It soon transpired, there were 3 adults staying there and 2 of the afternoons/ evenings out of 4 (one evening there was thunder and torrential rain), were spoilt for us by excessively loud music and singing. It would have been awkward to complain so put up with it. Such a shame for us as the cottage is exceptional.

- Natalie, August 2020

Thank you for your feedback. The owner is deeply apologetic that you were disturbed by the guests in the other property during your stay. It is a very peaceful and rural location and it is unusual to have any noise disturbance. Had we been made aware of this disruption we would have spoken to the other guest in question to ensure everyone enjoyed their stay. Emails are sent to all guests before arrival now reminding them to be mindful of other guests. We hope this didn't impact your stay too much and the owners very much look forward to seeing you again soon. Property Owner
Jennifer August 2020

“Really lovely holiday home in a great location.”

The hen house was very private and had everything we needed. Loved the hot tub and the beds were so comfy! Also appreciated the bottle of prosecco upon arrival.

- Jennifer, August 2020
Pippa July 2020

“We had a wonderful girls weekend away.”

The property was lovely, spacious enough for the 4 of us, and the hot tub and large outdoor table were incredibly sociable. The nearby walks were relaxing and it was an easy drive to the large Tesco for supplies! I would definitely recommend this venue.

- Pippa, July 2020
Suzanne July 2020

“We have just returned from an amazing break at the hen house.”

The house was spotless and had everything we needed. The kids loved the hot tub and we enjoyed the complimentary bottle of Prosecco on arrival. We would definitely return and looking at rebooking for next year.

- Suzanne, July 2020

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Summary

All-ground-floor
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin (zip/link, can be made into king-size on request)
Wetroom
Open-plan living/kitchen/dining room with woodburning stove
Electric underfloor heating and woodburning stove
Thermostatic controls in every room
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge with freezer compartment, dishwasher, wine cooler, TV with Freeview, and WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent (hot tub towels not provided)
Travel cot available
Off-road parking
Secure garden with picnic bench, barbecue and hot tub
One well-behaved pet welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 3.3 miles, pub 2.2 miles
Note: This property is situated on the Staffordshire Way footpath network
Note: this property has a £200 Good Housekeeping Bond
Note : A starter pack of wood provided anymore will need to be purchased from the owner

The property

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.

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About the location

RUGELEY

Handsacre 3.5 miles, Hill Ridware 4 miles, Lichfield 7.9 miles

A historic market town nestled next to the captivating scenery of the Cannock Chase Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Rugeley can be found close by to the River Trent, making it a brilliant base for exploring the lands of Staffordshire. Once thriving for its iron workings and glass manufacturing, the town now stands as a well-built area popular with both locals and tourists. Within the town itself you will stumble across ample opportunities to indulge in delicious foods, from well-known pubs to independent restaurants, the town offers something for all tastes, and that doesn't just go for the food. Holding markets since the 13th century, Rugeley makes a wonderful spot to gather fresh produce and souvenirs for your loved ones back home. Cannock Chase is a must-see whilst in the area, with wonderful landscapes, history and wildlife, it offers a great area for the avid walker to the leisurely stroller. Within the forest itself you can find wonderful amenities such as the tree-top adventures of Go Ape, woodland trails, and ways to experience the scenes in a different way via segways. A short journey away (20 mins) is the Cathedral City of Lichfield, with plenty of history to explore whilst roaming the streets; the beautiful Victorian gardens of Beacon Park, the Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum, and the National Memorial Arboretum, just to name a few. Rugeley is a fantastic location for your tranquil trip, surrounded by beautiful lands with an abundance of activity nearby, it makes a brilliant spot for all the family to enjoy.

Note: this property has a £200 Good Housekeeping Bond.
Note : A starter pack of wood provided anymore will need to be purchased from the owner

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Reviews & Ratings

“The Hen House is in a great location.”

“We all really enjoyed our stay.”

“We had a really enjoyable stay at the Hen House.”

“Very relaxing holiday.”

“The Hen House is a lovely place to stay.”

“This was the perfect location for a book club.”

“The holiday cottage is maintained to a good condition.”

“An excellent property with great facilities.”

“Beautiful peaceful very clean, went for Xmas and loved every minute, hot tub was fab, love to go back in summer when it’s dry.”

“This place if absolutely fantastic”

“What a wonderful time we had!”

“An absolutely lovely place to stay, peaceful and relaxing, and the hot tub was an added bonus.”

“The beds were comfortable but much too high for small people or people with arthritis.”

“We had a lovely stay at the Hen House.”

“My mum and I have just returned from a wonderful weeks stay at the hen house with our 2 dogs.”

“We stayed in both properties The Hen House and Hen House View as a family of 4 adults, 2 little children and a small dog.”

“Our stay at Hen House was lovely.”

“A beautiful little retreat.”

“Absolutely gorgeous”

“Really lovely property but there were only 2 of us.”

“We really enjoyed our stay.”

“Perfect place to stay for a getaway from the norm,has absolutely everything you need to just turn up and relax.”

“The Hen House was lovely.”

“Stunning property in a nice secluded area.”

“We had a fantastic stay at The Hen House, what a gem of a place right in the countryside away from everything.”

“Beautiful place which has been decorated really nicely & has been maintained really well.”

“Hen House is a lovely modern building with some nice touches of the original building style.”

“Very pleasant stay Very clean and everything we needed was there Highly recommend it for a relaxing week”

“We usually stay in Peak District but found Hen House someway south in Staffordshire and were very impressed, didn't want to leave and would go back tomorrow!”

“We really enjoyed our stay at Hen House.”

“Great place well appointed clean convenient made me happy”

“Lovely quiet location with the added bonus of a well maintained hot tub”

“Had a great stay and the cottage is very well placed for exploring.”

“Property is great, just as described.”

“Perfect gorgeousness.”

“A superb property.”

“Great hosts, lovely lodge, spotless.”

“We had a wonderful 3 nights at The Hen House.”

“Good secluded and quiet location.”

“Every thing was lovely, thank you”

“We were blown away with the property.”

“The lodge itself is really lovely.”

“Fabulous break, delightful lodge with everything we needed.”

“Had a fantastic 3 night stay at the Hen House.”

“Loved it. Great host, very friendly.”

“Beautiful location, top notch and immaculate accommodation.”

“The Hen House was superb - perfect for a peaceful relaxing week.”

“We were very pleased with the accommodation for our holiday.”

“Peaceful location with excellent walking and good views, walking distance to local Pubs with restaurant facilities, lots of interesting places to visit within easy access, either walking, cycling or a short drive.”

“Well kept, clean and very comfortable cottage.”

“This is our second time we have stayed and couldn’t fault anything.”

“This was a perfect weekend getaway.”

“Lovely well thought out accommodation, with some lovely touches.”

“The Hen House was beautifully presented with a very warm welcome from Hayley.”

“Very enjoyable stay in the Hen House.”

“Had a beautiful stay at The Hen House.”

“We had a lovely weekend at the hen house, all the rooms were very clean and well equipped, the bedding was high quality and the beds were very comfortable.”

“My husband, myself and our dog had the pleasure of staying over the Christmas break, the lodge was private and very comfortable.”

“We had a wonderful stay at the henhouse I would definitely recommend staying ...”

“Lovely place very quiet and hot tub was amazing, wonderful touch with milk ...”

“It was a beautiful location, very quiet and relaxing.”

“We had a relaxing weekend away the hen house was so homely the hot tub was amazing and the location was beautiful, we will be returning!”

“Beautiful cottage in an excellent location lots of visitor attractions within a half hours drive.”

“Beautiful lodge and the hot tub a fab asset.”

“Amazing private setting with secure garden.”

“The cottage was lovely and clean the only draw back was the small fridge and ...”

“Had an absolutely wonderful time and sorry to leave.”

“Well it was an amazing relaxing place to recover as we didn't think we would get their .”

“We have booked with Sykes a number of times now and it’s always seamless.”

“We loved the hot tub and the enclosed garden for our doggys”

“Lovely accommodation.”

“Really enjoyed our stay.”

“Thank you so much for a lovely break at the cottage.”

“The Hen House is incredible!”

“The stay from start to finish was fantastic with little extras such as: bread, milk and prosecco in the kitchen on arrival.”

“Accommodation is to a real high specification, beautiful setting and a nice place overall to unwind.”

“Lovely accommodation, amazing hot tub and all in a very tranquil location.”