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Shepherds Delight

Leek, Cheshire (Ref. 1199307)

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 with electric fire
  • Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, and WC
  • Oil-fired heaters
  • 2-ring electric hob, combi-microwave, fridge with icebox, kettle, toaster
  • TV, DVD player, WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. In rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. In rent
  • Communal car park available
  • 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: Welcome basket with bacon and free-range eggs, with more eggs to buy
  • Note: Steps up to property - please take care

The property

Shepherds Delight is a snug shepherd’s hut nestled in the open countryside near Biddulph Moor, Cheshire.

Set on a single level and framed by far-reaching rural views, this characterful retreat offers a simple, welcoming space designed for couples looking to step away from everyday routines.

Communal parking makes arrival straightforward, leaving you free to settle into the calm surroundings.

Inside, the studio-style layout is thoughtfully designed to balance practicality with charm.

The double bed forms part of the open living space, creating a relaxed, easy-flowing environment.

A well-equipped kitchenette supports laid-back self-catering, while the pull-out dining table adds flexibility for meals at any time of day.

The sitting area is warmed by an electric fire, casting a gentle glow that enhances quiet evenings spent indoors.

A contemporary shower room with a walk-in shower completes the interior, offering a clean and refreshing space to begin or end the day.

Outside, the decking extends the living space into the landscape beyond.

Furnished for outdoor use, it’s an inviting spot to pause and enjoy the countryside views, whether that’s with a morning drink or as the evening light settles over the fields.

The rural setting brings a real sense of connection to nature, making it easy to slow down and appreciate the surroundings.

There’s plenty to discover nearby.

Biddulph is home to its celebrated gardens, perfect for gentle strolls and scenic exploration.

Congleton offers riverside paths and a selection of independent cafés, while Leek blends historic charm with access to the wider Peak District, ideal for scenic drives and countryside walks.

Whether heading out to explore or staying close to home, Shepherds Delight provides a peaceful and characterful base.

Note: This property can be booked with refs. 1199304 and 1199308, 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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