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Golden Fleece

Leek, Cheshire (Ref. 1199308)

UK Lodge Breaks rating

  • 2 Guests

  • 1 Bedroom

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets Yes

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Features

  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Garden / Patio
  • Broadband / WiFi

Summary

  • Single-storey
  • Studio-style living space with double bed, kitchenette, dining area, and sitting area
  • Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, and WC
  • Oil-fired heaters
  • 2-ring electric hob, microwave, fridge with icebox, kettle, toaster
  • Smart TV, WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. In rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. In rent
  • Communal car park available
  • Covered decking with furniture
  • One well-behaved pet welcome
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop 3 miles, pub 1 mile
  • Note: Sheep near property – please supervised pets
  • Note: Steps up to property - please take care
  • Note: Welcome basket with bacon and free-range eggs, with more eggs to buy

The property

Golden Fleece is a charming shepherd’s hut resting near Biddulph Moor, Cheshire, with countryside views and a carefully planned studio-style interior.

Set entirely on one storey and supported by communal parking, this inviting hideaway suits couples seeking a quiet break surrounded by open landscapes.

Inside, the studio layout is thoughtfully arranged to make the most of the space.

The double bed forms part of the open living area, allowing for easy movement between resting, dining, and relaxing.

A practical kitchenette supports simple self-catering, while the dining area provides a comfortable place to enjoy meals together.

A Smart TV and WiFi add convenience for slower evenings indoors, while the overall feel remains calm and unfussy.

Completing the interior is a modern shower room with a walk-in shower, offering a refreshing space for daily routines.

Step outside onto the covered decking, and you’ll find a sheltered spot to enjoy the outdoors throughout the day.

Furnished for sitting back and taking in the scenery, it’s an ideal place to watch the countryside unfold, whether over breakfast or as evening approaches.

The surrounding views reinforce the sense of rural escape, creating a setting that feels open and peaceful.

There’s plenty to explore nearby.

Biddulph is known for its celebrated gardens, perfect for scenic strolls.

Congleton invites visitors to enjoy riverside walks and independent cafés, while Leek offers historic streets, traditional markets, and easy access to the wider Peak District.

Whether exploring the area or enjoying the setting, Golden Fleece offers a relaxed and characterful countryside base.

Note: This property can be booked with refs. 1199304 and 1199307, together sleeping up to 8 people.

The Old Crown Cottage Retreats

The Old Crown Cottage Retreats consist of a charming collection of three rural properties resting near Biddulph Moor, Cheshire, made up of Antlers Lodge alongside the two characterful shepherd’s huts, Shepherds Delight and Golden Fleece. Together, they offer a flexible countryside escape ideal for couples travelling together, small family groups, or friends seeking shared time with their own private spaces. Set amid open countryside, the collection enjoys far-reaching rural views and a calm, unhurried atmosphere, perfect for slowing the pace and reconnecting with nature. Each property brings its own personality, from the Scandinavian-inspired styling of Antlers Lodge to the compact, thoughtfully designed shepherd’s huts, all offering single-storey living and outdoor spaces where guests can pause and take in the landscape. With communal parking and outdoor areas designed for lingering, the setting works beautifully for group stays that balance togetherness with independence. The surrounding area offers plenty to explore at an easy pace. Nearby Biddulph is well known for its celebrated gardens, providing a scenic day out filled with colour, pathways, and striking views. Congleton invites relaxed riverside walks, independent shops, and welcoming cafés, ideal for a leisurely afternoon. A little further afield, Leek blends historic market-town charm with access to the edges of the Peak District, offering scenic drives, countryside walks, and traditional streets to wander. Whether you’re planning days out exploring Cheshire’s towns and landscapes or simply enjoying the peaceful surroundings from your doorstep, this small collection offers a welcoming base for shared memories. Book The Old Crown Cottage Retreats for a countryside stay that combines simplicity, character, and space to enjoy time together.

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About the location

LEEK

Buxton 12 miles; Ashbourne 15 miles.

The hillside market town of Leek, known as “The Queen of the Moorlands” is situated on the western side of The Peaks and is surrounded by lovely Moorland countryside. The town has a charming cobbled market place and there are many examples of fine Victorian architecture influenced by William Morris - a reminder of the town’s prosperity when it was renowned as a silk manufacturing centre. Today Leek offers a wide selection of shops including vast antique emporiums, a good selection of restaurants, a local park and leisure facilities and real ale pubs. Situated close to Three Shires Head, the meeting point of the counties of Cheshire, Derbyshire and Staffordshire, Leek is near to Chatsworth House, Buxton Opera House and Gawsworth Hall, plus Alton Towers is within driving distance.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas

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