Assemble all the pack – this beautifully converted barn sits on a Pennine hillside with fabulous walks from the doorstep. After a day of exploring, children and pets can play safely in the enclosed garden while you watch from the sunroom or unwind in the hot tub. A pool table adds to the fun.
Rustic beams and stone-mullion windows affirm the pedigree of this handsome holiday home. Step into the stunning open-plan social space, and a sunroom at one end has floor-to-ceiling glazing that affords gorgeous views and easy access to the garden terrace beyond. The contemporary kitchen includes all the essentials for fuss-free self-catering; gather in the dining area, and there’s plenty of floor space for the dogs to stretch out as they await their own evening meal. Three steps up, the lounge has soft seating, a Smart TV and, for those seeking alternative entertainment, a pool table. There’s also a utility room, a shower room and a separate WC on this level. Bid goodnight to the pups before heading to the four first-floor bedrooms. One has a super-king-size zip-and-link bed, one has a super-king-size bed, another has twin beds, and the fourth is a family room with a king-size bed and two singles. The family bedroom has an en-suite shower room, while the others share a bathroom with a free-standing bath and separate shower. For fresh air and far-reaching views, step into the enclosed garden where there’s a large lawn for games of fetch and a patio with dining furniture and a BBQ. On the terrace outside the sunroom, a hot tub sits beneath a gazebo – enjoy a soak as stars fill the skies above.
Private parking makes light work of unloading dogs and luggage. Stock up on supplies at the farm shop 500 metres from your doorstep, or stroll 1.5 miles into Golcar to sniff out the selection of independent shops, inns and eateries. Slaithwaite (2.5 miles) offers canal-side walks; at Marsden (4.5 miles), you can explore the unique Standedge Tunnel – Britain’s longest, deepest and highest canal tunnel. The vibrant market town of Huddersfield is just 4.5 miles away, too.