Log Cabins & Lodges in Staffordshire Moorlands

With centuries of history and legend, warm hospitality and so much to explore you are sure to have a remarkable getaway and opportunity to feel reinvigorated in the stunning Staffordshire Moorlands! Come and relish the splendid views and sparkling fresh air of this charming, serene corner of Britain where you can walk for miles through breathtaking scenery. Stop for a bite in upmarket, innovative restaurants offering the best of Modern British fare or shop at a myriad of independent shops in the local historical towns. Here you are perfectly situated on the doorstep of the fabled Peak District to make the most of what this magnificent nature wonderland has to offer visitors!

These log cabins & lodges are conveniently dotted about in Staffordshires Moorlands and the southwest of the Peak District National Park. A lovely, extensive selection of accommodation options feature fully equipped, spacious, interiors with comfortable, tasteful decor and superb access to the rugged scenery of The Peak District National Park or Staffordshire Moorlands. Many of the log cabin & lodge properties on offer feature a garden with a peaceful rural view for relaxing. Find your perfect getaway for 2, 4, 6, 8, or a dozen or more guests. There are huge properties that can accommodate as many as 24 guests!

Whether you fancy a relaxing stroll along easy routes such as Dovedale or Tissington with unsurpassed views over the local dales or the fabled Castleton to Mam Tor walk along The Great Ridge, you will find yourself deep in the heartland of the most admired and extraordinarily beautiful parts of England with a multitude of hiking options in The Peak District National Park or the Staffordshire Moorlands. Head out in any direction and you will find dozens of splendid trails to choose from! This is an incredible place to reconnect with nature and relax in spectacularly serene surroundings that are a feast for the senses!

In the Staffordshire Moorlands you will find a vibrant food and drink scene that reflects the best of Modern British cooking and an exciting mix of upscale, innovative dining establishments have put this region firmly on the modern British foodie map. There are Michelin listed pubs in Staffordshire such as The Boat Inn in Lichfield and The Red Lion in Bradley and you will find a medley of wonderful farm shops and delis to tantalise your tastebuds with artisanal meat, cheese, pickles and craft ales!

Looking for a fabulous relaxing family day out? Look no further than the fabulous grounds of Trentham Estate where you can enjoy 725 acres of exquisite natural beauty and award winning gardens. Shop until you drop at the upmarket shopping village where you can browse 77 quaint timber lodges housing a mix of independent and leading high street brands, gift shops, cafes and restaurants. Stroll about in the exquisite Italian Garden where you can admire the stunning trellis walk. Stop for a picnic by one of the many picnic benches scattered about near the lakeside walks and wander through a breathtakingly beautiful floral labyrinth or along woodland trails!

If crazy, scary top rated roller coaster thrills are what you are after, bring the family and head to Alton Towers for a day of exhilaration, amusement park rides galore and so much fun. Enjoy a thrilling ride on The Wickerman Coaster, try The Big Six with a crazy vertical drop and The Smiler, the world's first roller coaster with 14 loops! Discover the historic castle of Alton Towers and the gorgeous gardens, dive into the water at Alton Towers waterpark where water adventure awaits and dine in the world´s first rollercoaster restaurant where your food arrives by roller coaster!

Fancy a dramatic, mysterious trail with incredible views? The Roaches Ridge trail offers visitors a glorious view of much of Cheshire all the way to Snowdon in North Wales! This gorgeous, rugged escarpment trail starts about 8km northwest of Leek and the route is about 10 km. Be sure to stop at the fabled Lud's Church landform while you are in the area where you can take incredible photos inside a spooky, 18m chasm with verdant mossy walls!

Let history come alive before your eyes at the imposing, elegant and regal Chatsworth House just 45 minutes north east of Leek! This magnificent country manor is set in over 1000 acres of lush landscape with 100 acres of exquisite formal gardens and a farmyard. Spend the day exploring this exquisite heritage site and you feast your eyes on the opulent finery, gilded heirlooms, lavish paintings, stunning interiors of rooms like the Painted Hall and the Great Dining Room and incredible landscaped gardens.

Why not head to Lichfield for the day for a fantastic day out! This lovely town, just an hour south of Leek boasts the stunning 13th century Lichfield Cathedral, a gothic architectural wonder with three spires. Lichfield has a reputation of being a foodie mecca with lots of high quality eateries. Have coffee and cake or a fabulous lunch at Lichfield House, a gorgeous, listed, iconic black and white, timber framed building that dates back to the 1500´s, the heyday of King Henry VIII!!

Look no further than the stunning Dovedale Valley, one of the most renowned spots in the Peak District for natural beauty that attracts over 1 million visitors each year! Here you can hike an 8.7 km Dovedale Loop hike along the Dove River where you will find an abundance of wildflowers, rich, scenic grassland, wildlife such as otters and ancient ash woodland as well as a stepping stone river crossing for added adventure!

Spend the day strolling about the delightful, historical town of Leek with its historical stone cobbled market square and gorgeous heritage architecture. Browse a wealth of independent shops in the town centre and stock up on high quality gourmet food items. Be sure to take a peek at the exquisitely restored Victorian Butter Market indoor market. Stop for lunch at one of the many upmarket restaurants and gastro pubs in town.