Pipistrelle in Blythe Bridge | Must-See Staffordshire Hot Tub Cottage

About Pipistrelle

Pipistrelle is a luxurious single-storey barn conversion in Blythe Bridge, Staffordshire. This immaculate property sits in peaceful countryside surroundings where your only neighbours are the friendly goats who'll greet you at the garden fence. The hot tub is perfect for evening relaxation after exploring the local attractions.

Located just outside Blythe Bridge, Pipistrelle offers the perfect balance of rural tranquillity and convenience. The cottage sits in a quiet spot with beautiful views yet is less than a mile from local shops and pubs. Perfectly positioned for exploring Staffordshire's top attractions including Alton Towers, Trentham Gardens and the Peak District. After a day out, unwind in your private hot tub while watching the entertaining goats in the adjacent field.

The accommodation features two beautifully appointed bedrooms - one double and one king-size (which can be converted to twins on request). Both rooms have Smart TVs and modern en-suite walk-in showers. The open-plan living space includes a fully-equipped kitchen with dishwasher, washing machine and all modern appliances. Underfloor heating throughout keeps everything cosy.

Visit Alton Towers (7 miles, 15 minutes), explore Trentham Gardens (4 miles, 10 minutes) with its shopping village and Monkey Forest, discover Gladstone Pottery Museum (6 miles, 15 minutes), or enjoy walks at Parkhall Country Park (5 miles, 12 minutes). Stoke-on-Trent city centre is just 5.6 miles away for additional shopping and dining options.

Pipistrelle is ideal for families or couples seeking a spotlessly clean, exceptionally well-equipped base. The generous welcome pack (including local treats and fresh eggs) shows the owners' attention to detail. Who needs a hotel when you can have your own hot tub and goat entertainment system?

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At Sykes Cottages

Need To Know

✓Central heating
✓ Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine and dishwasher
✓ x3 Smart TV, WiFi
✓ Fuel and power included in rent
✓ Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓ Off-road parking for 2 cars
✓ Enclosed rear garden with furniture and hot tub
✓ Sorry, no smoking and no pets
✓ Shop and pub 0.9 miles
✓ Note: Strictly no EV charging at the property
✓ Note: Hot tub hours are 7am to 11pm out of respect for our neighbours

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What Guests Love

Discover why our guests keep coming back to Pipistrelle

Hot Tub Paradise

The private hot tub is perfect for relaxing after exploring. Guests love unwinding under the stars with a glass of bubbly.

Spotlessly Clean

Every review mentions the exceptional cleanliness. The property is maintained to the highest standards with fresh towels and comfortable beds.

Generous Welcome Pack

Guests rave about the thoughtful welcome basket filled with local treats, fresh eggs, cheese and often a bottle of prosecco.

Friendly Goats

The entertaining goats in the adjacent field provide endless amusement. Many guests enjoy feeding them treats through the garden fence.

Modern Amenities

Smart TVs in all rooms, underfloor heating and high-quality kitchen appliances make for a comfortable, luxurious stay.

Helpful Owners

The owners live nearby and are praised for being friendly and responsive without being intrusive.

Getting To Pipistrelle

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Pipistrelle by car, head toward Blythe Bridge and follow signs for Lower Gorsty Birch Farm. The property is easily accessible from major routes and you'll have convenient off-road parking for two cars right outside the front door.

By Train

For those traveling by rail, the nearest station is Blythe Bridge, just 1.5 miles from the accommodation. From there, a short taxi ride will take you directly to Pipistrelle.

Off-road parking for two cars

Blythe Bridge station (1.5 miles)

Located at Lower Gorsty Birch Farm

Attractions & More Nearby

Everything you need within easy reach

Alton Towers

Distance: 7 miles

ST10 4DB

Trentham Gardens

Distance: 4 miles

ST4 8JG

Trentham Monkey Forest

Distance: 4.2 miles

ST12 9HR

Parkhall Country Park

Distance: 5 miles

ST3 5TD

Consall Nature Park

Distance: 8.3 miles

ST9 0AF

The Roaches

Distance: 12 miles

ST13 8TA

Trentham Shopping Village

Distance: 4 miles

ST4 8AX

Intu Potteries Shopping Centre

Distance: 6 miles

ST1 1PS

Longton Exchange Shopping Centre

Distance: 5 miles

ST3 1BW

Blythe Bridge Train Station

Distance: 1.5 miles

ST11 9JR

Local Bus Services

Distance: 0.9 miles

ST11 9PW

Taxi Services

Distance: 1 mile

ST11 9PW

Alton Towers

Distance: 7 miles

ST10 4DB

Trentham Gardens

Distance: 4 miles

ST4 8JG

Trentham Monkey Forest

Distance: 4.2 miles

ST12 9HR

Parkhall Country Park

Distance: 5 miles

ST3 5TD

Consall Nature Park

Distance: 8.3 miles

ST9 0AF

The Roaches

Distance: 12 miles

ST13 8TA

Trentham Shopping Village

Distance: 4 miles

ST4 8AX

Intu Potteries Shopping Centre

Distance: 6 miles

ST1 1PS

Longton Exchange Shopping Centre

Distance: 5 miles

ST3 1BW

Blythe Bridge Train Station

Distance: 1.5 miles

ST11 9JR

Local Bus Services

Distance: 0.9 miles

ST11 9PW

Taxi Services

Distance: 1 mile

ST11 9PW

Is Pipistrelle Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families

Kids love Pipistrelle! The friendly goats provide endless entertainment and feeding them is a highlight for young visitors. The enclosed garden is safe for play, while the hot tub is popular with families. Located just 7 miles from Alton Towers theme park and 4 miles from Trentham Monkey Forest, there's plenty to keep children occupied nearby.

For Couples

Pipistrelle offers couples a luxurious retreat with its private hot tub, high-quality furnishings and peaceful setting. The king-size bedroom with Smart TV and en-suite creates a romantic atmosphere. After days exploring Staffordshire, couples can enjoy sunset soaks in the hot tub with a glass of prosecco from the welcome pack. Perfect for anniversaries or quiet getaways.

Pet Friendly

Pipistrelle does not accept pets. The property maintains a strict no-pets policy to ensure the accommodation remains suitable for guests with allergies. However, animal lovers can still enjoy watching and feeding the friendly resident goats in the adjacent field, which many guests highlight as a favorite feature of their stay.

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Taste the local flavours during your stay at Pipistrelle

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Pipistrelle

Does this cottage have a hot tub?

Yes, Pipistrelle features a private hot tub in the enclosed rear garden. The hot tub is available for use between 7am and 11pm daily and is regularly maintained for cleanliness and hygiene.

Is it pet friendly?

No, Pipistrelle does not accept pets. The property maintains a strict no-pets policy to ensure the accommodation remains suitable for guests with allergies.

What's included in the welcome pack?

The welcome pack typically includes local treats like Staffordshire oatcakes, cheese, fresh eggs from the owners' chickens, biscuits, milk and often a bottle of prosecco or wine. Many guests mention how generous and thoughtful the welcome pack is.

Are there any restrictions I should know about?

The property has a no smoking policy and does not allow EV charging. Hot tub hours are restricted to between 7am and 11pm out of respect for neighbours and there's a Good Housekeeping Bond of £150.

What's the bedroom configuration?

Pipistrelle has two bedrooms - one with a double bed and one with a king-size bed that can be converted to twin beds upon request. Both bedrooms have their own en-suite bathrooms with walk-in showers.

What attractions are nearby?

Alton Towers is approximately 7 miles away, Trentham Gardens and Monkey Forest are about 4 miles away and Gladstone Pottery Museum is 6 miles from the property. Stoke-on-Trent city centre is just 5.6 miles away.

Is the property accessible for people with mobility issues?

The property is single-storey with ground floor accommodation throughout, making it potentially suitable for those with limited mobility. There's also parking directly outside the front door for easy access.

What kitchen facilities are available?

The kitchen is fully equipped with an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine and dishwasher. All cooking utensils and equipment are provided for self-catering.

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Pipistrelle Reviews

Raymond

Lovely property with really nice owners. The goats are a real pick you up, they do love their ginger nuts. I think they had three packets during the week. The property is extremely well prepared and will jot disappoint.

Absolutely outstanding.

What a lovely property. Well equipped, clean and beautifully decorated. The hot tub was amazing as was the provision of extra towels for the hot tub and a heated towel rail to dry them. An added extra was the goats over the fence and the biscuits provided to feed them also an amazing array of food and drink as a welcome gift. Even though we were on a working farm, this did not impact on our stay and we only saw the owners once before we left and didnt see the other guests at all.

Tracey

Perfect and extremely comfortable base. This holiday let has a well equipped kitchen as well as all the little things like washing up liquid, dishwasher and laundry tablets. Shower gel, shampoo and conditioner. Plenty of towels and separate hot tub towels. Hairdryer and hangers. There was a generous welcome basket. We loved watching and feeding the goats with gingernut biscuits at the rear of the property. Lovely friendly and welcoming hosts

Stephen

Really excellent accommodation, well thought out and spacious. First class facilities from the hot tub outside to large very soft towels and a welcome pack of milk, eggs, hot drinks & prosecco. There is a field with friendly goats behind the property. Will definitely stay again.

We had a fabulous stay in this high end specification barn conversion. Phil and Clare were brilliant hosts welcoming us to their lovely family haven.

Bonita

We had a wonderful stay at Pipistrelle. The property was extremely well cleaned and maintained, well equipped and perfectly situated. The hosts were friendly and welcoming. We loved the goats and the hot tub and were touched by the plantbased welcome pack left for my family. We would highly recommend and would love to visit again!

Elizabeth

The property was fabulous, spotless, very comfortable and had everything we needed. The welcome pack was brilliant and very thoughtful. It was in a good location for visiting lots of interesting places and was so nice to come back to the hot tub for a relax after a day out. We definitely recommend this property for a great stay.

Luxury accommodation everything clean and tidy with modern fixtures and fittings. Hosts very friendly and attentive and a lovely welcome pack on arrival. Private rear garden with own hot tub and view of playful goats in the field.

This was our second visit to this lovely cottage. Perfect in every way. Hot tub was great after a busy day exploring the local area.The welcome pack was great too

What a fantastic little gem! The cottage is lovely, well equipped, clean and had everything you could possibly need. The hot tub is great! Location is great! Owners friendly and helpful, they also left us a lovely welcome package with some essentials and treats

Property clean, tidy and very comfortable. Hot tub very good and private. Owners are very friendly and welcoming and the welcome pack in property is a lovely touch. Highly recommend.

Sharon

Lovely holiday cottage that was spotlessly clean and beautifully maintained. An added 'extra' the delightful goats at the end of the garden! They were so cute and perfect if you have children! The place was very well equipped, though perhaps could have done with a few more instructions on things, i.e how to work the blind in the second bedroom which bin to use for the different types of rubbish etc. Then again, with the lovely, friendly owners right there, it was always easy to ask about such things! All in all, this is a holiday cottage to thoroughly recommend and would be perfect in the summer months.

Rachel

Gorgeous well equipped cottage. The hot tub is such a nice bonus. Thank you for a lovely stay.

Fantastic little place, loved everything about it, the hot tub was amazing and I now want one at home! , the goats were cute and it was fun giving them biscuits in the morning. The little extras on arrival were very much appreciated. Would love to come back at some point in the future.

Michal

Lovely cottage

We had a fantastic stay. The accommodation was beautiful and the family was extremely friendly and helpful. The welcome pack was very generous and very much appreciated.We loved feeding the goats and the fresh eggs from the chickens were amazing. Thank you so much to you all.

We had a fabulous stay, property well equipped and very clean. Amazing welcome basket when we arrived, hot tub maintained everyday and the goats over the garden fence are lovely! We will definitely be back!

Lovely holiday cottage very clean, comfortable and great location, fantastic welcome pack, enjoyed the surroundings and feeding the goats.

The only thing I would say would be clearer signage to the property. Other than this everything was excellent one of the best properties we have ever stayed in. They have thought of everything

We recently had the pleasure of staying at Pipistrelle holiday cottage, and I must say, the experience exceeded all our expectations. From the moment we stepped through the door, it was evident that the accommodation was outstanding. My wife and I tend to bring everything with us when traveling to holiday rentals, but at Pipistrelle, we needn't have bothered. These hosts have truly thought of everything, leaving us feeling utterly pampered. The welcome gifts were a delightful surprise, setting the tone for our stay. Moreover, the standard of the cottage itself was exceptional. In fact, I can confidently say that this cottage is the best we have ever rented. It's fully equipped with every amenity imaginable, from the luxurious underfloor heating to the convenience of TVs in both bedrooms. And let's not forget the highlight of our stay the wonderful hot tub in the back garden, which provided the perfect way to unwind after a day of exploring. One aspect that particularly impressed us was the cleanliness of the cottage. It was spotless upon our arrival, a testament to the care and attention to detail of the hosts. Honestly, we struggled to find anything to criticize. If I had to nitpick, the only thing I would change is the ability to transport the entire cottage to Scotland with us. That's how much we loved it! Overall, our experience at Pipistrelle holiday cottage was nothing short of magical. We wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone seeking a truly unforgettable getaway. Huge thanks to the hosts for creating such a haven of relaxation and luxury. We can't wait to return!

The accomodation is set in a very beautiful and serene area. The weather was wet most of the time that we were on our holiday so the comforts of this accommodation helped us keep warm and the facilities provided were everything we needed for a lovely holiday away from home. There were several family games left on the shelf to keep us busy in the evening too. The hot tub helped to warm up after a cold day outside. The welcome package provided by the owners was a huge bonus. How generous of the owners to go out of their way to provide numerous treats for both the grownups and the children in the family a big thank you to them for their very warm welcome. The goats in their paddock adjoining the backyard were a pleasant sight every morning the children loved interacting with them. We would definitely visit again.

Fabulous little cottage, which was warm and cosy and immaculately clean. With added bonus of hot tub and friendly goats in the next field. Situated in the countryside but so near plenty of attractions. i.e. Biddulph gardens NT, Buxton and Peak District, Churnet valley railway, Denby Factory booked tour recommended As well as central Stoke with all its shops and potteries. The owners were nearby and very friendly and helpful if needed but didnt intrude. Two bedrooms each with en suite facilities made this a perfect stay for two couples. Highly recommended.

A perfect place to relax clean, tidy, well appointed, and quiet these are important aspects for us. The owners were available for assistance but were not intrusive. For all these reasons I would stay again in this delightful accommodation. The rural location requires your own transportation to get groceriessupplies but short trips to Tesco are always a treat for Canadians!

Richard

This was a carefully and lovingly converted Barn. The owners have clearly understood the needs of guests by providing relevant quality fixtures and fittungs. The en suites were particularly well appointed, and underfloor heating throughout kept the cottage cosy. Nowadays, we never go anywhere without a hottub! Another bonus was that both rooms were doubles, so no need to toss for the twinbedded!!! The owners were lovely. Even with a full compliment of extended family of their own, they still invited us over for midnight fireworks at New Year.

A lovely cottage . Comfy and immaculately clean . We had everything that we needed . Situated in a peaceful location and we enjoyed relaxing there but also convenient for visiting local attractions . The owners were also very helpful .

This property is the best that we have ever stayed in we wanted for nothing ... This property is the best that we have ever stayed in we wanted for nothing everything was spotless plenty of towels supplied even for the hot tub also a nice little hamper on arrival and all cleaning supplies really great hostesses

Perfect cottage spotless ,1010

Absolutely fantastic holiday let, everything felt brand new and very cosy. The hot tub was a big bonus out children loved it and was nice for us once they were ticked up in bed to relax and have a glass of champagne, generously given by the hosts along side a welcome pack which included an assortment of snacks and some eggs laid by there own chickens. The kids loved saying hello to the goats from the back garden every morning too. I recommend this to anyone, and we will definitely come back again.

Really enjoyed our stay at the cottage it was ideal for what we wanted. It was well presented and probably the cleanest accommodation we have ever stayed in! Very impressed overall and would highly recommend.

Our two week stay in Pipistrelle was fabulous! The cottage was spotlessly clean and had all the facilities that you could wish for. We have booked holidays with Sykes for many years and I can honestly say that this is the best property that we have ever stayed in. The owners are extremely helpful and nothing is too much bother. The welcome pack was a great surprise and the hot tub is just wonderful! There are lots of places to visit in the area too so no chance of being bored!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Pipistrelle. Everything we needed was included, lovely welcome pack on our arrival and exceptionally clean property. The hosts were very responsive and friendly. Couldnt have asked for more.

Sharon

Lovely accommodation well equipped and to have the welcome pack and kitchen cleaning things a brilliant bonus. Peaceful location and some nice walks nearby. Hot tub was also great with great views of the little goat's.

The photos online do not do Pipistrelle justice. It was so clean,amazingly well equipped and the goats were very amusing. This is the nicest holiday home we have stayed at. The welcome basket came with chocolates, biscuits, tea, coffee, freshly laid eggs, milk, cheese Staffordshire oatcakes and prosecco. Such a lovely touch by the owners.

Really lovely property had everything you needed. Very peaceful place. Hot tub was great and bbq. Had a great time even though it rained most of the week, will go back again. Owner put a bottle of wine, crisps, biscuits, milk, oatcake and cheese

An incredible accommodation. Very spacious, immaculately clean and in a beautiful location. A really thoughtful welcome gift from the very kind owners who were able to help instantly with any queries. This place has everything!

Pauline

A few welcome essentials and treats were there for us on our arrival and we were warmly greeted by the host. The property was spotless! Simple in design and spacious airy rooms with high ceilings! Facilities were as new with every need catered for. Lovely kitchen with quality appliances and the bathrooms with powerful hot showers! We are not normally fans of wet rooms but these were of a good design and with the underfloor heating dried floors quite quickly! The hot tub was that extra special addition which just made the stay even more fun and relaxing! Excellent location! Hidden away yet easy access to shops, pubs and restaurants. The friendly goats in the field at the back provided their own bit of entertainment! . Overall simply a lovely stay and to be recommended.

This was a lovely place to stay with excellent facilities. We appreciated the spotlessly clean cottage with a well appreciated welcome package and we loved the hot tub. It proved to be an ideal place to meet up with family that we hadn't seen for a while and gave us nice comfortable evenings for a chat and catch up followed by a good nights sleep in nice comfortable beds. A lovely quiet location. Thank you

Gloria

It was just as pictured. . beautiful, peaceful and extremely clean. The little extra touches too like milk, cheese & bottle of fizz were much appreciated! Would definitely visit again.

Louise

Absolutely fab weekend with girlfriends. Extremely relaxing and comfy space made all the more enjoyable having the goats as entertainment !

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Pipistrelle, Blythe Bridge

About Pipistrelle

Need To Know

More Cottages With Hot Tubs You May Like

What Guests Love

Hot Tub Paradise

Spotlessly Clean

Generous Welcome Pack

Friendly Goats

Modern Amenities

Helpful Owners

Getting To Pipistrelle

By Car

By Train

Attractions & More Nearby

Is Pipistrelle Right For You?

For Families

For Couples

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

Red Brick Cafe

Crossways Micropub

The Wheatsheaf

Frequently Asked Questions

Location Name

Popular Stays Near This Cottage

Pipistrelle Reviews