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The Old Post Office: Alton Towers

Vacation home with kitchen, near Alton Towers

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Alton Towers & Staffordshire Villages, England
  • Place, Dovedale National Nature Reserve
  • Place, Alton Towers
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Uttoxeter Racecourse
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, East Midlands (EMA)
    ‪50 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Alton

This vacation home places you within a short walk of Skyride and within a mile (2 km) of Dimmingsdale Valley & Furnace Forest Walks. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a refrigerator.

What's nearby

  • Alton Towers - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Dimmingsdale Valley & Furnace Forest Walks - 3 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Churnet Valley Railway - 10 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Uttoxeter Racecourse - 13 min drive - 8.9 miles
  • Peak Wildlife Park - 14 min drive - 8.0 miles

Getting around

  • Uttoxeter Station - 19 min drive
  • East Midlands Airport (EMA) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee Lounge - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Flambo's Exotic Buffet - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Welcom Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Explorers Pizza Pasta Buffet - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dragons Bar - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Old Post Office: Alton Towers

The Old Post Office is stylishly refurbished with two reception rooms, feature fireplaces and sleeping space for up to eight guests, making it ideal for families and groups of friends. It’s a great base for Alton Towers and Uttoxeter Racecourse visitors. The charming living room has generous seating including a window seat and a double sofa bed, plus throws and cushions and Netflix TV– an ideal space to relax! In the dining room is a table for six, a single chair bed and bookcase and there’s a downstairs WC. One bedroom has a double bed, a single chair bed and an ensuite bathroom with a shower; the second bedroom has two single beds – sleeping space for 8 with the living room double sofa bed room and single chair bed in the dining room. The second bathroom has a freestanding bath and a shower cabinet. In the stylish well-equipped kitchen you’ll find a fridge-freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, oven, microwave, kettle and toaster plus plenty of storage space. Outside is an enclosed garden with seating, ideal for relaxing with a coffee or glass of wine. And just next door is a shop selling great sandwiches for days out at Alton Towers and beyond! The village of Alton is picturesque and peaceful, with its own neo-Gothic castle built by Pugin. You’ll find plenty pubs, restaurants, takeaways and cafés in Alton, Rocester and the pretty villages around. Alton has The Bull’s Head and Bridge House Restaurant, the Tavern in Denstone is 2.1 miles and Rocester offers a wide choice of well-reviewed restaurants (4 miles) Alton Towers Resort, Waterpark and gardens ‒ England’s largest theme park with 40 rides and attractions including Oblivion, Smiler, Nemesis, Forbidden Valley, Dark Forest, the Curse of Alton Manor and CBeebies Land, 3 minutes, 1.4 miles! Dimmingsdale ‒ spectacular scenery, haven for wildlife and ramblers with the award-winning Ramblers Retreat tearoom, 1.2 miles, 5 min JCB World ‒ factory tour and museum celebrating the world famous diggers plus waterfowl lakes, 3.2 miles, 8 min Uttoxeter Racecourse ‒ 8.5 miles, 17 min Thor’s Cave ‒ Stone Age Airb&b, natural cavern with stunning views with Long Row, a Neolithic burial site, nearby, 13.8 miles, 28 min Peak District National Park ‒ 10.1 miles, 21 min Guest access Feel free to park anywhere that doesn`t block neighbours’ access Pets are welcome but mustn’t be left unattended
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen and 2.5 bathrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a dining table.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

277718

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Stoke-on-Trent within a short 6-minute walk of Skyride. You'll also find Alton Towers and Dimmingsdale Valley & Furnace Forest Walks within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is The Old Post Office: Alton Towers a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a fireplace and a kitchen as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at The Old Post Office: Alton Towers?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is East Midlands Airport (EMA), which is about 25.7 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Old Post Office: Alton Towers?

No, at The Old Post Office: Alton Towers, there aren't any accommodations that list a balcony.