
Dairy House Farm is a Grade II listed 17th-century detached farmhouse on a working farm in Horton, Staffordshire Moorlands. Spread across three floors with original beams and exposed stonework throughout, this is a genuinely historic property just minutes from the Peak District National Park. It holds a 4. 7 out of 5 rating from guests and has won the Customers' Choice award in both 2021 and 2024.
The Staffordshire Moorlands setting puts you close to Rudyard Lake for boating and fishing and within 10 minutes of the market town of Leek. There are many local walks and cycle routes on the doorstep. The nearest pub and restaurant is just 2 miles away.
The farmhouse sleeps 12 across six king-size bedrooms each with its own bathroom.
Dairy House Farm is a Grade II listed 17th-century detached farmhouse on a working farm in Horton, Staffordshire Moorlands. Spread across three floors with original beams and exposed stonework throughout, this is a genuinely historic property just minutes from the Peak District National Park. It holds a 4.7 out of 5 rating from guests and has won the Customers' Choice award in both 2021 and 2024.
The Staffordshire Moorlands setting puts you close to Rudyard Lake for boating and fishing and within 10 minutes of the market town of Leek. There are many local walks and cycle routes on the doorstep. The nearest pub and restaurant is just 2 miles away.
The farmhouse sleeps 12 across six king-size bedrooms each with its own bathroom. Two bedrooms feature four-poster beds. Two second-floor rooms share an interconnecting door. Rollop baths feature in two ensuites. Two kitchens serve the full group.
Alton Towers is 30 minutes away. Rudyard Lake is nearby. Peak Wildlife Park is 20 minutes. World of Wedgwood is a 30-minute drive.
Dairy House Farm suits large groups and special occasions. Private hot tub with far-reaching countryside views and parking for 12 cars make this a standout choice.
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Leek, Staffordshire8°C
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Updated: 5 Nov 2026, 4:57am
Loxford is located in one of England's darkest sky areas, making it exceptional for stargazing from the hot tub.
The Bortle scale measures night sky darkness from 1 (darkest) to 9 (brightest urban):
The Milky Way is visible overhead, though light domes may be visible on the horizon towards larger towns.
The Milky Way is visible on clear, moonless nights.
194m
(636 feet above sea level)
Loxford sits in a peaceful Staffordshire setting, perfect for a relaxing hot tub getaway.
Latitude: 53.1167670° N | Longitude: 2.092338° W
Today's sun times for Leek (Friday, 6 November 2026):
7:14am
Sunrise
3:29pm
Golden Hour
4:29pm
Sunset
This month in Leek, you have approximately 9.26 hours of daylight. The shortening days create the perfect excuse for earlier hot tub sessions.
Everything you need to know before you arrive at Loxford.
Signal Strength
Good
Mobile signal is generally good in this area across most networks.
Discover why our guests keep coming back to Dairy House Farm
Two bedrooms feature four-poster king-size beds adding a special touch perfect for celebrations or milestone occasions with the whole group.
The private 7-person hot tub offers spectacular far-reaching countryside views across the Staffordshire Moorlands. A real highlight for guests.
This Grade II listed 17th-century farmhouse has original beams and exposed stonework across three floors giving it real historic character.
Every one of the six king-size bedrooms has its own bathroom. Two feature roll-top baths. No sharing required for a group of 12.
Private on-site parking for up to 12 vehicles makes this ideal for large groups arriving from different locations across the country.
Set on a real working farm in rural Staffordshire Moorlands just minutes from the Peak District National Park boundary.
Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat
Dairy House Farm is located in Horton, Staffordshire Moorlands, near the village of Leek. Head towards the ST13 8PJ postcode via the A523 or A53 depending on your direction of travel. Private on-site parking is available for up to 12 vehicles.
The nearest railway station is Macclesfield, approximately 14 miles away, with connections from Manchester and London Euston. From Macclesfield a taxi or pre-booked transfer will take you directly to the farm.
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Postcode: ST13 8SN
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