The Beehive Guest House - 4-Star Hotel in Oakamoor

The Beehive Guest House sits in a peaceful village setting overlooking the River Churnet, with no passing traffic and the sound of the nearby weir as the only nighttime noise. Alton Towers is 2.5 km (a 6-minute drive) from the property, making it a convenient base for theme park visits. Guests can also walk directly from the door to Dimmingsdale nature reserve or drive a short distance to The Roaches climbing area.

Breakfast is cooked fresh daily by Steve and offers a Full English/Irish, vegetarian, or vegan menu with locally sourced eggs and ingredients. Homemade jams accompany every breakfast, and the Staffordshire Oatcakes with savory fillings are a local specialty available on the menu. Breakfast is served only between 8:00 and 9:00 am, so guests should plan accordingly.

Each room includes a flat-screen smart TV with Netflix and Disney+ access, a mini fridge with fresh milk (replenished daily), and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms are en-suite with walk-in showers, and the property has been renovated to keep original character features such as stained glass windows. The Premier King room offers garden views, and the bed is a king size with crisp white bedding.

Host Jo provides personalized recommendations for Alton Towers, including advice on which rides to start with and how to plan the park visit. She also offers detailed knowledge of Oakamoor village history stretching back nearly 1,000 years to iron and metal mining times. Guests receive homemade snacks on arrival and fresh milk in the room, along with a welcoming card for special occasions like birthdays.

The guest house offers family rooms with twin beds measuring 2'6" wide, and extra amenities include warm throws in the wardrobe and a mini fridge. Children receive special touches such as birthday cards and help with sneaking presents into the dining room for surprise displays. The nearby River Churnet and Dimmingsdale nature reserve provide outdoor walking opportunities right from the property.

Location: 6-minute drive to Alton Towers

Breakfast: Locally sourced eggs, Staffordshire Oatcakes, homemade jams

Rooms: Smart TVs with Netflix/Disney+, mini fridge with fresh milk

Host: Local history knowledge, Alton Towers ride advice, birthday celebrations

Setting: River Churnet views, no passing traffic, Dimmingsdale walks on foot