Nestled in a wooded glade at the end of a half-mile private road, this wonderful stone-built cottage is the perfect rural retreat for a group gathering in the heart of rural Yorkshire. With one or two canine companions welcome to join you, spend happy days enjoying the excellent on-site facilities and exploring the stunning Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
The cottage is part of a small group of former farm buildings that share this glorious rural location and top-notch, on-site facilities. After a day of exploration, the cosy lounge is a welcoming sight with plenty of comfortable seating and a warming wood burner that Fido will adore. The kitchen/diner is the sociable heart of the home, where you can cook up a storm in the well-equipped kitchen and then gather around the farmhouse-style dining table to plan the next day''s activities over a delicious meal. Alternatively, dine alfresco on a warm summer''s evening, making the most of the private patio''s BBQ and garden furniture. The wider shared gardens offer plenty of space for a game of fetch, and children are sure to love the shared games room, tennis court and indoor heated swimming pool. Take a relaxing soak in the bath or a refreshing shower in the ground-floor bathroom before climbing the stairs to one of three inviting bedrooms that promise a good night’s sleep in this quiet location.
The hamlet of Grunsagill is an ideal base for exploring the Forest of Bowland, and the nearby market town of Settle (10 miles) is where you will find all your local shops and amenities, as well as a welcoming dog-friendly pub or two. There''s also a fantastic farmers'' market every Tuesday, packed full of local produce for you and Rover to sniff out. For walkies to remember and a panoramic view of the entire area, drive 12 miles to the foot of Pendle Hill, then hike to the 577-metre summit, where you''ll be rewarded with spectacular views. The Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is a stunning region of rolling fells on the western edge of the Pennines. Much of the area is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest and offers 312 square miles of windswept moorland, deep forested valleys and picturesque villages with plenty of exciting sights, sounds and smells for faithful friends to investigate.