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Stonefold Holiday Cottage - This 300-year-old farmhouse and barns have recently been converted to a very high standard, resulting in a large family home and a luxury self -catering holiday cottage. The cottage has been awarded a well-deserved 4 Star and level 2 mobility from Quality in Tourism, and is available for family holidays or romantic short breaks.
Set in open moorland in the beautiful Forest of Bowland, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Stonefold Farm has spectacular views of the Hodder Valley and the Three Peaks it is an ideal base for walking, cycling, bird watching, fishing, mountain biking or simply to enjoy the peaceful surroundings.
Adjoining our own property, this recently renovated barn/shippon has been tastefully converted into a luxury self-catering cottage with exposed beams and flagged floors. The accommodation has been given well deserved ‘4 Star’ and ‘level 2 mobility’ awards from Quality in Tourism, we are also members of the Lancashire and Blackpool Tourist Board.
On the ground level there is a spacious open
plan lounge with two comfortable sofas and stone fireplace with stove, the
dining area will easily seat 5. The well-equipped oak kitchen includes, an
electric hob, fan assisted oven/grill, microwave and fridge with freezer
compartment.
Also on the ground floor are a pleasant twin bedroom and a walk in shower/wet
room with toilet and hand basin.
On the first floor there is a luxury double
bedroom with beamed ceiling and an en-suite with power shower, toilet and basin.
The cosy single bedroom is beautifully furnished and includes a pretty day bed
with a view through the velux window.
The cottage opens out onto a well-maintained patio and garden with garden furniture from where you can relax and enjoy the breathtaking views.
Sleeps 5 plus one cot.
Additional Details :-
The cottage has been converted to accommodate wheelchair users and has been given a ‘level 2 mobility’ award from Quality in Tourism.
With an easy access ramp entrance, the property has the benefit all on one level of the kitchen, lounge and dining area and also a twin bedroom and shower/ wet room with toilet and wall mounted basin.
Outside there is a well-maintained patio and garden again on one level with stunning views of the beautiful Hodder Valley.
The Hodder Valley
There are many interesting places to visit in the Hodder Valley such as the Bowland Wild Boar Park at Chipping and the Village of Dunsop Bridge where you can feed the ducks by the stream and visit ‘Puddleducks Café’. The village of Newton in Bowland boasts a good pub’ The Parkers Arms ’and footpaths run alongside the River Hodder to the village of Slaidburn and beyond, Slaidburn with its pretty cottages and quaint café provides a good resting place. The award winning ‘Inn at Whitewell’ is worth a visit with an excellent menu and riverside setting.
A drive through the scenic Trough of Bowland from Dunsop Bridge to Lancaster is a must. Lancaster has a large castle and many historic buildings and a good range of shops, at Williamson Park you will find the Butterfly House where you can walk amongst exotic butterflies, and during the summer month’s outdoor theatre performances are held in the park.
The vibrant market town of Clitheroe (8miles) is dominated by its Norman Castle the town boasts many ward winning shops such as Cowmans famous sausage shop and Byrnes Wine Merchants. There is also a local indoor swimming pool (Ribblesdale Pool), Roefield Leisure Centre and a cinema. The Castle Museum is also worth a visit. Trains run hourly from Clitheroe Station to Manchester City centre and during the summer months a steam train (Dales Rail) runs as far as Carlisle, a very scenic route that takes you over the spectacular Ribble Head Viaduct.
The scenic village of Waddington (6 miles) offers visitors a taste of village life, with its quiet stream running through beautiful gardens, which the villagers maintain themselves. You can enjoy home cooked food from the village café or sit and relax outside one of the local pubs. Every year Waddington holds a Scarecrow Festival and Duck Race, which attract many visitors.
The quaint village of Downham nestles beneath the majestic Pendle Hill and offers the visitor a glimpse of times past as no television aerials, satellite dishes or overhead power lines are allowed. The village has a good shop and café where you can buy local guides and souvenirs of the Pendle Witches who were said to live around Pendle. Downham is a good start to take the Pendle Witch Trail this takes you around many of the villages surrounding Pendle Hill. The old village stocks still stand not far from the ‘Assheton Arms’ named after the Assheton family who own the village.
The cottage is within easy driving distance to the Yorkshire Dales, the Lake District, Blackpool and the coast.
Tolkein Trail – Walk in the footsteps of J.R.R. Tolkien around the picturesque village of Hurst Green and Stonyhurst the landscape believed to has inspired the creation of the legendary ‘Middle Earth’.
Cycling – Mountain Bikers will enjoy both the Forest of Bowland cycle track and Gisburn Forest with a 16km cycle network, based on existing forest roads.
Golf – With courses at Clitheroe, Mytton Fold, Longridge and Wilpshire and also 9 hole courses at Stonyhurst and Whalley you will be spoilt for choice.
Skiing – Why not try dry slope skiing on the slopes of Pendle Hill.
Ghost Walks – Ghostly guided walks can be taken around the area complete with resident ghosts and sound effects.
Tel 07966 582 834
www.stonefoldholidaycottage.co.uk
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