Set 33 km from Drayton Manor Theme Park, 35 km from Chillington Hall and 37 km from Trentham Gardens, Darwen offers accommodation located in Rugeley. The property is situated 38 km from Belfry Golf Club, 46 km from Donington Park and 46 km from StarCity. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Alton Towers is 26 km away. The spacious holiday home features 3 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. There is also a seating area and a fireplace. Guests at the holiday home can enjoy cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden. Museum of the Jewellery Quarter is 50 km from Darwen. The nearest airport is East Midlands Airport, 46 km from the accommodation.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 double bed
Bedroom 3:
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
10
High score for Rugeley
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Jamie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Darwen is a lovely authentic cottage. The bathroom was excellent, beds were comfortable. Great kitchen facilities. Lovely lounge...having the fire was really great. Nice long garden and despite the weather we managed to sit out a couple of times.
  • Caroline
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely garden. Enough space. Convenient to local facilities , good cafe, pubs, Indian restaurant. Host v on hand👍
  • Lucy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Perfectly comfortable and homely. Great attention to detail and fabulous host.
Quality rating
This property is rated 4 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Managed by Sykes Holiday Cottages

Company review score: 9.1Based on 76,504 reviews from 21770 properties
21770 managed properties

Company information

Sykes Holiday Cottages is an independent holiday cottage rental agency, with the finest selection of holidays across the UK and Ireland. Whether it’s a family-friendly holiday, a pet-friendly holiday or an activity and adventure-filled holiday, find your ideal UK break with Sykes Holiday Cottages. Our sister brands include Abersoch Quality Homes, Best of Suffolk, Carbis Bay Holidays, Character Cottages, Coast and Country Cottages, Coast and Country Holidays, Cornish Cottage Holidays, Dream Cottages, Heart of the Lakes, Helpful Holidays, Hideaways, Hogans Irish Cottages, John Bray, Lakes Cottage Holidays, Lake District Lodge Holidays, Lakelovers, Manor Cottages, Menai Holidays, Northumbria Coast & Country, Welsh Coast and Country Cottages and Yorkshire Coastal Cottages, and our family extends as far as Bachcare in New Zealand.

Property information

There is a kitchen with electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, a dining room with gas fire and a sitting room with woodburning stove and Smart TV. The bedrooms consist of a king-size, a double and a twin bedroom, along with a bathroom. Outside, there is a rear enclosed garden with furniture, a shed with a fridge/freezer and roadside parking. Wifi, fuel, power, bed linen and towels are all included in the price. Two well-behaved dogs are welcome; however, smoking is not permitted. Within 0.4 miles there is a shop and within 0.1 miles, a pub. Darwen is an idyllic character cottage for families and friends.

Neighbourhood information

The Cannock Chase AONB and the city of Stafford are easily accessible from this lovely village and civil parish, which is situated in Staffordshire not far from Rugeley. There are plenty of stores, bars, and eateries in Abbots Bromley, along with a village hall, a cricket field, and a playground for kids. You may take beautiful walks around the Blithfield Reservoir, at the nearby natural reserve of Brankley Pastures, at Fradley Pool, and in the nearby historic forest of Needwood Forest. Explore the National Trust's Shugborough Estate, the treetop experiences at Go Ape Channock, and an abundance of beautiful walking and cycling routes through forest parkland and high heaths by entering the market town of Rugeley, your entryway to the Channock Chase AONB.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Darwen
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular facilities
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and charges may be applicable.
  • Street parking
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Children's high chair
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Heating
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Outdoors
  • Garden
Activities
  • Cycling
Miscellaneous
  • Non-smoking throughout
Safety & security
  • Carbon monoxide detector
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

Darwen takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

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 room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

No cots or extra beds are available.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Darwen accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

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

FAQs about Darwen

  • Yes, Darwen is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Darwen offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling

  • Check-in at Darwen is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Darwen is 4.3 miles from the centre of Rugeley. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Darwen may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Darwen can accommodate the following group size:

    • 6 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Darwen has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 3 bedrooms

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.