Charming 1 Bed Peak Dist Cottage Barn Alton Towers
Farriers Barn @ Lockers Farm is a charming 17th century former stable set in a small private court yard development around Lockers Farmhouse.
The location on the edge of the beautiful Peak District is perfect with Alton Towers resort just 10 mins away. The fantastic new Polar Bear enclosure at Peak Wildlife Park just 5 mins. Country cafe 5 mins. and Bakewell and Chatsworth House just 30 mins. Close by is Dovedale Stepping Stones, Manifold valley Thorpe Cloud Thor's cave Churnet Valley Railway.
Escape to Farriers Barn @ Lockers Farm, a beautifully refurbished former stable in Whiston village. Blending traditional charm with modern comforts, this cottage is ideal for relaxing in the countryside or visiting nearby attractions.
Farriers Barn is a converted historic 17th century former stable block.
Centrally heated throughout.
The living and dining area boasts leather sofa oak furniture combined with modern lighting flat screen tv and unlimited wifi throughout the property.
Stepping into the kitchen area guests enjoy a fully equipped food preparation area with solid beech units. Stainless steel cooker with ceramic hob washing machine tumble dryer fridge freezer larder storage area microwave DAB radio toaster juicer pots pans crockery cutlery and Nespresso Vertuo coffee machine.
The bedroom is decorated in gold and silver including storage unit dressing table hair dryer and crisp white hotel linen, towels and toiletries to the Super King bed.
The shower room includes vanity unit toilet bidet and shower.
Outside is a garden area to the rear with gas barbecue and outside dining furniture with parasol.
🏠 The Space 1 bedroom with a super king bed (sleeps 2) 1 shower room with toilet, basin, and bidet Fully equipped kitchen: fridge, hob, oven, microwave, kettle, freezer Living area with TV and internet access
📍 Local Recommendations Alton Towers – ~10 mins’ drive; major theme park Peak Wildlife Park – ~5 mins’ drive; wildlife sanctuary with new polar bear enclosure Bakewell & Chatsworth House – ~30 mins’ drive; historic town and stately home Dovedale Stepping Stones / Thorpe Cloud / Thor’s Cave – accessible countryside walks Churnet Valley Railway / Manifold Valley – scenic heritage lines and nature trails
🕓 House Rules Check-in: from 3:00 PM | Check-out: by 10:00 AM No smoking No parties or events Travel insurance recommended
CHRISTMAS AT FARRIERS BARN
Christmas is a wonderful time of year and at Farriers Barn the festive season can be enjoyed by everyone.
The property is decorated for the period from mid November to coincide with the array of Christmas acivities and Christmas Markets that can be enjoyed in the area. These include:
Chatsworth House Christmas Market 8 November 2025 - 14 December 2025
Bakewell Christmas Market 15 - 16 November 2025
Trentham Estates Christmas Market 22/23/29/30 November and 6/7 December 2025
Matlock Victorian Christmas Market 5 - 7 December 2025
Ashbourne Christmas Market 15 November and 5 December 2025
Ashbourne Lantern Spectacular 5 December 2025
Alton Towers Resort Magical Christmas Days Out 28 November 2025 to 4 January 2026
The Churnet Valley Steam Railway Polar Express 8 November 2025 - 23 December 2025
Buxton Christmas Market 13 December 2025
Uttoxeter Christmas Market 6 December 2025
Peak Wildlife Park Christmas Market 15/16/22/23/29/30 November 2025 and 6/7/13/14/20/21 December 2025 with Santas Grotto on selected dates.
All the above are accessible by car within 10 - 40 mins from the property.