Bed and Breakfast Trough Ivy House B&B

Longshaw Lane, Alton, ST10 3BQ, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.8/10! (score from 228 reviews)

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9.5
Exceptional
228 reviews

The lady that runs the place is lovely and the service was excellent - the location is fantastic for Alton towers and v easy to find and plenty of parking. Bed was comfy and the room had plenty of space and storage. We loved it!

Oliver United Kingdom

The staff were very friendly and understanding. Room was very clean. Continental breakfast served to room. Perfect location as only 1 min walk to Alton Towers main gates.

Callum United Kingdom

Convenient access to Alton towers, the apartment is super clean and spacious , very welcoming hosts. Highly recommend

Abdulmuaez Libya

Very good location for Alton towers. The surrounding area was gd to explore for walks .

Marvin United Kingdom

The hosts were very warm and welcoming. Location was perfect, took no more than 5 minutes walk from our door to Alton Towers. Can’t wait to come back! xxx

Charlotte United Kingdom

Everything. Close to Alton Towers and great location

Sarah United Kingdom

The owners were so lovely and friendly. Was great to have our own wee space for the two nights and it is really close to Alton towers. The garden was beautiful to sit in at night.

Kate United Kingdom

The journey was very good the hotel was so close to the park which we were visiting so location was great no traffic each morning to put up with to get to the park

Sharon United Kingdom

Closer to Alton towers than we thought. Owners were brilliant at being helpful hosts. Breakfast in bed was a treat.

Stanfield United Kingdom

Me and my partner stayed for the weekend and loved it. It was clean and comfortable and had amazing facilities. We went to Alton towers which is a 2 minute walk away which was amazing for us. The owners were lovely and we would stay again.

Emily United Kingdom
9.5
Exceptional
228 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “The lady that runs the place is lovely and the service was excellent - the location is fantastic for Alton towers and v easy to find and plenty of parking.”
    Oliver Oliver United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The staff were very friendly and understanding. Room was very clean. Continental breakfast served to room. Perfect location as only 1 min walk to Alton Towers main gates.”
    Callum Callum United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Convenient access to Alton towers, the apartment is super clean and spacious , very welcoming hosts. Highly recommend”
    Abdulmuaez Abdulmuaez Libya Libya
  • “Very good location for Alton towers. The surrounding area was gd to explore for walks .”
    Marvin Marvin United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The hosts were very warm and welcoming. Location was perfect, took no more than 5 minutes walk from our door to Alton Towers. Can’t wait to come back! xxx”
    Charlotte Charlotte United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Everything. Close to Alton Towers and great location”
    Sarah Sarah United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The owners were so lovely and friendly. Was great to have our own wee space for the two nights and it is really close to Alton towers. The garden was beautiful to sit in at night.”
    Kate Kate United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The journey was very good the hotel was so close to the park which we were visiting so location was great no traffic each morning to put up with to get to the park”
    Sharon Sharon United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Closer to Alton towers than we thought. Owners were brilliant at being helpful hosts. Breakfast in bed was a treat.”
    Stanfield Stanfield United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Me and my partner stayed for the weekend and loved it. It was clean and comfortable and had amazing facilities. We went to Alton towers which is a 2 minute walk away which was amazing for us.”
    Emily Emily United Kingdom United Kingdom

Categories:

  • Staff 9.9
  • Facilities9.3
  • Cleanliness9.6
  • Comfort9.5
  • Value for money9.3
  • Location9.8
  • Free WiFi 9.1
High score for Alton

Located in Farley, just a short walk from Alton Towers Theme Park, Trough Ivy House B&B B&B features a garden and free WiFi in most areas. Free private parking is also available on site.

Each room comes with a flat-screen TV with DVD player, a wardrobe and a seating area. Tea and coffee making facilities are also available, along with an private bathroom with free toiletries, hairdryer and shower. A continental breakfast is served in the room.

The market town of Ashbourne is 10 miles away, Leek 11 miles away and Buxton 22 miles away. The Peak District National Park is 5 miles away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

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Breakfast Info

Continental

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Most popular amenities

Free parking
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
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Guest reviews

9.5
Exceptional
 · 228 reviews
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  • Staff 9.9
  • Facilities9.3
  • Cleanliness9.6
  • Comfort9.5
  • Value for money9.3
  • Location9.8
    Central location
  • Free WiFi 9.1
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  • Oliver United Kingdom

    “The lady that runs the place is lovely and the service was excellent - the location is fantastic for Alton towers and v easy to find and plenty of parking. Bed was comfy and the room had plenty of space and storage. We loved it!”

  • Callum United Kingdom

    “The staff were very friendly and understanding. Room was very clean. Continental breakfast served to room. Perfect location as only 1 min walk to Alton Towers main gates. ”

  • Abdulmuaez Libya

    “Convenient access to Alton towers, the apartment is super clean and spacious , very welcoming hosts. Highly recommend ”

  • Marvin United Kingdom

    “Very good location for Alton towers. The surrounding area was gd to explore for walks . ”

  • Charlotte United Kingdom

    “The hosts were very warm and welcoming. Location was perfect, took no more than 5 minutes walk from our door to Alton Towers. Can’t wait to come back! xxx”

  • Sarah United Kingdom

    “Everything. Close to Alton Towers and great location ”

  • Kate United Kingdom

    “The owners were so lovely and friendly. Was great to have our own wee space for the two nights and it is really close to Alton towers. The garden was beautiful to sit in at night.”

  • Sharon United Kingdom

    “The journey was very good the hotel was so close to the park which we were visiting so location was great no traffic each morning to put up with to get to the park”

  • Stanfield United Kingdom

    “Closer to Alton towers than we thought. Owners were brilliant at being helpful hosts. Breakfast in bed was a treat.”

  • Emily United Kingdom

    “Me and my partner stayed for the weekend and loved it. It was clean and comfortable and had amazing facilities. We went to Alton towers which is a 2 minute walk away which was amazing for us. The owners were lovely and we would stay again. ”

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About Trough Ivy House B&B

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  • Do you have a spa facilities and sauna

    We are a small guest house conveniently situated for Alton Towers and the Peak District but do not offer either spa facilities or a spa.

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    Answered on February 28, 2020
  • Hi there just wondering if it would be possible to. Heck in later that 10.30pm?

    Sorry we don't offer a late check in service

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    Answered on April 27, 2021
  • Is any of the bedroom photos on here swallows nest?

    The one bedroom apartment is also known as Swallows Nest

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    Answered on April 25, 2021
  • Hi, what time is check out ?

    Check out is 10.15am

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    Answered on April 25, 2021
  • Hi is the breakfast like a cooked one (english breakfast type) and also do you have any vegan options? Many thanks

    Breakfast is Continental Style delivered to the room each morning of your stay. Coeliac, Vegan and Vegetarian options are offered

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    Answered on July 23, 2020
  • Does price include breakfast

    Continental style breakfast is delivered to your room and is included in the price

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    Answered on February 5, 2020

Host Info

Host Review Score 9.9

Trough Ivy House is a small, private guest house in Farley, just a short walk to the main gates of world famous Alton Towers theme park. Guests are welcome to relax and enjoy a drink in our gardens, English weather permitting!

Trough Ivy House is situated close to the Staffordshire Way and Peak District National Park. The market towns of Ashbourne, Leek, Uttoxeter and Cheadle are nearby. Many scenic walks are available on the doorstep. Local pubs, Post Office and village shop within 1.5 miles.

Languages spoken: English

Area Info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
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What's nearby
  • Skyride
    0.3 miles
  • Alton Towers
    0.5 miles
  • CBeebies Land
    1.1 miles
  • Uttoxeter Racecourse
    7 miles
  • Sudbury Hall
    9.1 miles
  • Britannia Stadium
    11.7 miles
  • Staffordshire University
    11.8 miles
  • City Central Library
    11.9 miles
  • Regent Theatre
    11.9 miles
  • Stoke On Trent City Council
    12 miles
Restaurants & cafes
  • Restaurant The Star
    0.6 miles
  • Cafe/Bar Country Cottage
    3.1 miles
Natural Beauty
  • River Churnet
    0.6 miles
  • Mountain Ilam
    6.2 miles
  • Lake Carrsington
    12.4 miles
Ski lifts
  • Matlock
    15.5 miles
Closest Airports
  • East Midlands Airport
    26.1 miles
  • Manchester Airport
    30 miles
  • Birmingham Airport
    38 miles
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Amenities of Trough Ivy House B&B

Most popular amenities

Free parking
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Living Area
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • DVD player
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not possible).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Wake-up service
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English
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Sustainability initiatives

This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel

House rules Trough Ivy House B&B takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

4:00 PM - 10:30 PM

Check-out

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Maestro Mastercard Visa JCB Trough Ivy House B&B accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Please note, children cannot be accommodated at the property.

Guests should kindly note the WiFi signal varies in strength throughout the property.

Guests should kindly note that parking is only available until check-out time.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

FAQs about Trough Ivy House B&B

  • Trough Ivy House B&B is 1.2 miles from the center of Alton.

  • Guests staying at Trough Ivy House B&B can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental

  • Trough Ivy House B&B offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • The following parking options are available to guests staying at Trough Ivy House B&B (subject to availability):

      • Parking on site
      • Private Parking
      • Parking
      • Accessible parking
      • Free parking

    • The prices at Trough Ivy House B&B may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Check-in at Trough Ivy House B&B is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • Room options at Trough Ivy House B&B include:

      • Double
      • Suite
      • Apartment