Worker Accommodation That's Actually Worth Staying In.
Carlton House is a three-bedroom property in Hazel Grove, Stockport, sleeping up to five. It's used regularly by contractors and trades teams working in and around Manchester on weekday placements. There's a full kitchen, a washing machine, Wi-Fi, and off-road parking. It functions as a proper home for a working week rather than a hotel room that barely fits a suitcase.
Why Holiday Lets Work Better Than Hotels for Workers.
A hotel gives each person a room. Carlton House gives a team a house. There's a kitchen to cook in, a dining table to eat at, a living room to decompress in after a long day on site, and a washing machine for the end of the week. The cost per head, particularly for a group of three or more, is usually comparable to budget hotels in the area. The difference is how much better the stay actually is.
One regular booking at Carlton House is a plumbing company whose team comes in at the start of the week and leaves on Friday. It's a pattern that works well for both sides: the team has somewhere comfortable, the booking is predictable, and the arrangement becomes straightforward once it's established.
Well Placed for Work Across Manchester and Stockport.
Hazel Grove sits on the southern edge of Greater Manchester. The major road network into the city and across the region is easily accessible. Manchester Airport is 10 minutes by car. Manchester city centre is 20 minutes by train from Hazel Grove station, with free parking at the station.
For teams working across multiple sites during a placement, Carlton House is a central enough base to make the daily commute manageable without putting the team in the city centre itself.
What the Property Provides
Three bedrooms sleep up to five: a main double with en suite, a second double, and a single. For a team of three or four, that's enough space for everyone to have a proper night's sleep and not be on top of each other.
The full kitchen means the team can shop and cook rather than eating out every night. The washing machine is in the garage and available throughout the stay. Wi-Fi is included. Off-road parking for two cars is at the front of the house.
Check-in is via a key box. The code is sent on the afternoon of arrival. There's no front desk and no set check-in window, which works well for teams arriving after a long drive or a full day on site.
A Note on Accessibility
There is a step between the living room and dining area on the ground floor. If mobility is a concern for anyone in your group, please get in touch before booking and we'll give
you a clear picture of the layout so you can make the right decision.
What Guests Say About the Property
Fully comprehensive details of the area. Basic essentials left, which was very thoughtful and considerate after a long journey.
The owners had left milk, water and biscuits which were a nice touch and clear instructions on how everything worked.
Good value for money.
It was a great space for the family and a good location.
Great space, would recommend!
A nice place in a convenient location. The only reason we’ve not give it 5 stars is because the beds weren’t that comfortable. Otherwise, it was a good place to stay.
We found a beautifully furnished house. There was nothing missing. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Can only recommend it.
Great stay, many thanks to responsive host who was always very helpful
Nice spacious house
Lovely place would highly recommend a stay here
This deceptively spacious semi detached property is a real gem! The place was well appointed and the host even included amenities.
A lot of effort was made to make this place feel homey so congratulations to the owner for succeeding.
Bed and chairs were comfortable, towels were soft, internet was quick, location was peaceful (away from the flight path) and provided easy access to the Trafford Centre and Manchester Airport so overall it provides great value for money.
I’d happily recommend this place and would say that this would be my go-to place in Manchester.
Good location with access to Stockport and nearby pubs and restaurants. Nearby Torkington Park was a bonus and also close to Lyme Park and the Peak District.
Comfortable stay whilst working away
Many thanks
Suchi's place is exactly as the listing describes. It was spotlessly clean, spacious, comfortable and free of clutter. We stayed for an extended period due to having building work done on our home, and it was nice to move into a place that had room for us and our essential belongings. Suchi gave very comprehensive instructions on the check-in process, and helpful local recommendations. We are in fact coming back for another three weeks due to the building work being extended. This place has been a real life-saver for us!
Great location in a nice quiet residential area but only a short walk to local amenities. Parking space is very handy too. Kitchen had everything we needed, bathrooms were clean & shower gel supplied. Plenty of towels & bedding and very easy to use heating system. Would stay here again when coming back to the area.
Nice place. Host had great communication
Cozy and nice place for short and long-term.
Host also great and a nice person.
Surely will recommend this place.
We had a great stay at this property, it was spacious, clean and easily accessible will all the conveniences needed. Host was responsive and helpful and accommodating. We would certainly stay again
Great place… Highly Recommended