The Canalside Cottage

The Canalside Cottage is located on the Trent and Mersey Canal in the historic village of Shardlow which is known for its rich canal heritage. It became an important Inland Port during the late 18th and early 19th centuries, especially after the construction of the Trent and Mersey Canal. Shardlow is one of 4 Heritage Inland Ports and one of 14 Heritage Harbours in the UK. The Canalside Cottage itself has private secure car parking, ensuring your safety while you explore the village.

The cottage holds many of its original features, from the Staffordshire Blue Tiles, the amazing King Trusses, and even the bricks have been recycled to rebuild the outside of the cottage. The amazing restoration process  has all been documented here on their website blog, Facebook, and Instagram.

The Canalside Cottage is equipped with all the amenities you need, including an air fryer, microwave, coffee machine, kettle, dishwasher, toaster, electric oven and hob, all cutlery and crockery. There is underfloor heating throughout, with a handy basin in the master bedroom and separate bathroom with a spacious walk in shower. All bedding and towels are provided, as well as dog blankets and water bowl for any furry friends. 

The interior has been thoughtfully designed to create a home from home feel, with an open plan living room and dining area with a fully equipped kitchen. The bathroom includes a walk in shower, with a beautiful high level toilet, incorporating the old with the new. The cottage has 2 amazing bedrooms, the master bedroom with a super king size bed which is 6′ wide and 6’6″ long for extra room and indulgence , and the second bedroom with 2 twin beds.

The living area has a smart TV, allowing you to watch a variety of shows from Netflix to Amazon, and even a HDMI socket if you wish to plug in your PlayStation/Xbox/Nintendo etc. The large dining table provides room not only for meals, but a work space and a place to play board games, card games, and much more!