Altrincham, Cheshire

Hempfield Stables

The hall and reading corner at Hempfield Stables, Cheshire

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A 19th-century stable by the canal path with the Dunham Massey estate nearby.

Guests
4
Bedrooms
2
Acorn rating
5What's this?
Number of dogs welcome
2
Reference
009031
A quirky cottage with rooms tucked around the original stable's features - a lovely mix of soft comforts and rustic, original features

Walk to the Dunham Massey estate to explore its medieval deer park and 17th-century house

Just a 30-minute drive from the centre of Manchester

Hempfield Stables first appears on maps in 1829 and sits in its own walled garden in lovely countryside by the canal path. It has been creatively restored and is now a comfortable holiday cottage with lots of personality and plenty of outdoor space. You’ll find some of the ground-floor rooms set within the original horses’ stalls, featuring wood panelling, exposed brick and limestone floors. Upstairs, the bedrooms are in soft, soothing colours, with pretty wallpapers and fabrics.

You’ll have free entry to National Trust places during your stay, including the Dunham Massey estate. This 300-acre, walled estate has a 17th-century Georgian house filled with treasures as its centrepiece, an ancient deer park where herds of fallow deer roam freely and a garden for all seasons. There are lots of wandering paths to follow, with leafy avenues and wide vistas.

The estate is lit up with a magical festive light trail from November to January - make sure to book this popular experience in advance.

The modern market town of Altrincham is nearby, with an award-winning food market, independent restaurants, pubs and shops. Manchester is just a 30-minute drive away, where there are plenty of places to eat and drink, plus shopping centres, theatres, cultural venues and the Castlefield Viaduct, a green ‘sky garden’ in the heart of the city. Liverpool, with its famous waterfront, is also within driving distance, where you can explore Speke Hall, a green oasis with a Tudor house on the edge of the city.

Other National Trust places nearby include Tatton Park and Lyme, famous for its reflecting lake where Mr Darcy met Miss Bennet in the BBC production of 'Pride and Prejudice'.

Village Farmhouse (sleeps 12) is a holiday cottage one mile away, and both can be booked together.
Ground floor layout
Spacious entrance hall with reading corner. Sitting room with Everhot stove and folding doors opening onto dining patio. Dining room. Kitchen. Toilet.
First floor layout
Two bedrooms - King-size bedroom with en-suite shower room, ornamental fireplace and countryside views. King-size bedroom with en-suite shower room and canal views.
Garden and outdoor space

Garden to the front and rear. Dining patio. Recently planted orchard meadow. Outbuilding for storing bikes.
Wi-Fi, available
Garden, available
Fridge, available
Freezer, available
Microwave, available
Television, available
DVD, available
Washing machine, available
Dishwasher, available
Tumble dryer, available
Cot & high chair, available
Near National Trust attraction, available
Countryside, available
Close to water, available
Trails, available
Pub nearby, available
City break, available
WiFi: We’re pleased to provide free WiFi access at this accommodation, which is supported by BT. Please note intermittent connection problems can sometimes occur and therefore should not be relied upon.

Heating: The cottage is heated by air source heat pump. There is an Everhot stove in the sitting room.

Parking: There is parking for two cars next to the cottage.

Please note: There are low beams in the cottage and in Bedroom 1.

Bedroom 2 has an open cavity in the eaves between the bedroom and ensuite.

Offers: Guests will benefit from a late Sunday checkout of 4pm at this cottage.

You’ll have free entry at National Trust places during opening hours during your stay – just show your booking confirmation. Parking may be payable. Opening times can vary and some places may need to be booked in advance. Please note, the festive light trail event is not included in this offer.

Village Farmhouse and Hempfield Stables are one mile away from each other and can be booked together for a group of up to 16.

Village Farmhouse

A generous farmhouse in the countryside near Manchester, just a short walk from Dunham Massey’s Georgian house, gardens and deer park. Sleeps 12, dog friendly.

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Dunham Massey

A garden for all seasons, an ancient deer park and a house filled with treasures and stories.

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Discover the house at Dunham Massey

Explore the Georgian house at Dunham Massey, see the extensive collection, and uncover the stories of those who lived and worked here.

A family sat on the grass, playing with some wooden blocks. Giant deckchairs can be seen on the background and people sat on them.

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A family day out at Dunham Massey

Entertain the whole family this summer at Dunham Massey. Discover unique stories in the house, go on an adventure in the garden and stop for a bite to eat in the Stamford Café.

The silhouette of a family walking beside two giant illuminated deer installations

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The festive light trail at Dunham Massey features beautiful walk-through light installations, joyful Christmas music, and seasonal food and drink. Ideal for all ages and abilities, this iconic trail is the perfect place to share special moments with those you love.

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Castlefield Viaduct

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Lyme

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