The Hayloft
Crowton, Cheshire
- Enclosed Garden
Why we love it
Surrounded by countryside and just under 30-minutes from the riverside village of Chester, unwind in the clawfoot bath or soak away the day in the hot tub!
What you'll love
Dogs will love
- Napping on the patio
- Sharing the sofa with you (on a blanket)
- Heading out to the local dog-friendly pub
Humans will love
- Eating out on the patio
- Spending an afternoon in the clawfoot bath
- Simmering away in the hot tub
The place
Filled full of light from the big picture window, through which hay was once shovelled in, The Hayloft is a bright and cheery spot to spend a few days relaxing with the dog. Found surrounded by countryside just an hour from Liverpool, there’s plenty of adventures right on the doorstep. Whether you head out to Liverpool for the day, spend an afternoon circling the local forest renowned for its dog walks, or simply take strolls in the local area (some easy ones end at the pub), there’s plenty to enjoy. When you’re back at your place relaxing, there’s the modern kitchen to whip up dishes to fuel up or reward yourself for a day well spent – and you can serve either at the dining table or at the al fresco table on the patio outside. Kick back in the comfy lounge, spend the afternoon in the clawfoot bath or simmer away in the hot tub outside!
In the neighbourhood
- Walk from the door: Walk past the car park towards Sandhole Lane and turn right. Follow the lane for around 5 minutes to a quiet country road. Turn left onto Bag Lane and walk 2 minutes until the farmhouse on the right. Cross over and take the public footpath past the farmhouse, bearing right into the open fields, where your dog can safely be let off lead! Head back the same way you came after a good run around admiring the Cheshire countryside views
- Delamere Forest, 20-minute drive: With year-round woodland trails for dogs and their humans to wander, Delamere Forest is a popular spot for dog walks, both on and off lead. Head down to the lakeside for stunning views.
- The Hare & Hounds, 25-minute walk: Just a mile up the road, The Hare & Hounds is a great option for a quick amble and a bite to eat. A classic country pub, the menu is a range of classics – and expect cask on tap for a pint in the garden.
- Cheshire Oaks, 30-minute drive: Just a half hour away, Cheshire Oaks retail outlet has over 140 different shops to visit and has a paw print in the windows of its dog-friendly stores. Perfect for when you want to grab a little treat for yourself and need to bring the four-legged friend.