This imaginatively updated byre conversion offers quirky, fresh and relaxing accommodation full of detail, and makes a great holiday home for couples and small families. Tastefully furnished and beautifully decorated, this semi-detached cottage is attached to the owner’s farmhouse which dates back to 1668 and makes a great base for exploring the Forest of Bowland by foot, bike or on horseback. The cottage has plenty of space for three human and two canine guests and has a range of delightful features including picturesque gardens, a stylish conservatory, exposed timber beams and stonework. There’s also a stable and field for guests bringing a horse along.
The refreshing conservatory has plenty of seating and leads through to the snug and tasteful lounge/diner which is beautifully decorated and has a range of stylish, original furnishings. The ground floor also has an invigorating shower room and an elegantly arranged kitchen. The first floor has a lovely relaxing bathroom with a corner bath, alongside two cosy bedrooms: a pretty double room and a lovely single. Stepping outside, the pretty and well-established gardens lead down to a stream and provide a choice of garden furniture and plenty of space for your four-legged pals to play as you sit back, dine alfresco, or try to spot some of the abundant local wildlife including deer and otters.
The cottage lies in a secluded spot on the eastern edge of the Forest of Bowland, which offers miles of wonderful walks for dogs and their owners. Gisburn Forest and Stocks Reservoir are 5 miles west, with other local destinations including Langden Castle, the Hodder Valley and Pendle Hill, all within 12 miles. From the thriving town of Settle (9 miles) you can take a trip on the famous Settle to Carlisle Railway. The Yorkshire Dales are just 6 miles east.