Dog-friendly Lancashire

Located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty at the foot of Beacon Fell, this wonderful holiday cottage boasts spectacular views over the stunning surrounding countryside from both the open plan living space and all-important hot tub.

Full of character throughout once you enter Woodpecker Cottage, you’ll immediately notice the double height beamed vaulted ceiling, and spiral stairs that lead to a mezzanine bedroom. Quite uniquely within the bedroom itself includes an en-suite shower discreetly hidden behind a frosted screen. You’ll also enjoy fabulous luxury touches such as underfloor heating to the lower level, a wood burner for cosy winter evenings and externally the spacious hot tub is set beneath a superb wooden gazebo meaning you can relax and recoup no matter what the weather. Patio doors open from the open plan living space onto the spacious patio which overlooks a lake and beautiful countryside as far as the eye can see.

Located in the tiny hamlet of Whitechapel, a stone’s throw from not one but two award winning gin distilleries, one a gin school, one has a quirky gin distillery where you can call in for tastings and a cake. There’s also a local pub with great food within walking distance. The surrounding area is full of charming villages which also provide a good selection of quality restaurants, quaint tea rooms, shops and traditional pubs to accommodate most taste.

The Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty covers 312 square miles and you’ll find the landscape has immense diversity with spectacular woodland, moorland and farmland to explore. You’ll find ample paths and lanes to follow direct from the door and many closer by including the popular Nicky Nook and Grizedale Valley. The summit of Beacon Fell is 266 metres above sea level and as you’d imagine offers spectacular views over the Forest of Bowland and Morecambe Bay, and on a clear day it’s even possible to see the Isle of Man. Lancaster, the Yorkshire Dales, Cumbria and the Lake District are all within easy reach for days out, and finally if you fancy a change of scenery, the Fylde Coast and popular resorts of Blackpool and Lytham St Annes.

This terraced, former coastguard’s cottage is a few yards from The Mount with its uninterrupted views across Morecambe Bay. Fleetwood makes a good base to explore the Fylde Coast by car, tram or on the ferry across the Wyre to Knott End and Pilling marshes. Visit the Marine Hall and Gardens, Fleetwood Market, Freeport Outlet Shopping Village and marina, Fleetwood Museum and the beach. Blackpool is 9 miles away with Pleasure Beach, zoo, indoor water park, Sea Life Centre, waxworks and tower, or take a trip to Thornton, Cleveleys or Lytham St Annes, with golf courses, shops, bars and eateries. Wyre Estuary Country Park is 5 miles and within easy driving distance are the Lake District, Forest of Bowland and Yorkshire Dales (about 1 hour). Lancaster and Preston about 50 minutes. Shop 400 yards, pub 50 yards, restaurant ½ mile.

Woodworth Cottage is a pleasant property providing everything you need for a comfortable stay for up to four guests. On entering the property, you are greeted by an open plan design with an allocated living area, comprising of a sumptuous sofa and a wood burner, the perfect place to relax and unwind after a day exploring the local area. Follow through to find the kitchen and dining area which is a great space for hosting and entertaining guests. The kitchen provides everything you need for those home cooked meals. If cooking is not on the agenda, then why not venture out to the local pubs or organise a meal to be delivered right to your door! Upstairs you will find two comfy bedrooms to choose from, both benefitting from plenty of storage space. There is a double bedroom and a bunk bedroom, which additionally benefits from private access to a rooftop terrace. The family bathroom can also be found on the first floor with a ¾ bath with shower over, wash hand basin and towel rail. Street parking can be found at the front of the property and nearby is a public car park.
Barnoldswick is a market town and civil parish in the Borough of Pendle, and within the boundaries of the historic West Riding of Yorkshire. Barnoldswick and the surrounding areas of West Craven have been administered since 1974 as part of Lancashire. This was when West Riding County Council and Barnoldswick Urban District Council were abolished and the town was transferred to the Borough of Pendle. With so many local attractions far and wide, there really is something for everyone. Fancy venturing out further afield? Why not visit Manchester, Blackpool, Skipton and Preston, with so many places to visit you are sure to have a great time.

This charming village of Winewall is close to the town of Colne and just a short drive from the Yorkshire Dales. Well known for its ideal location with everything you need in town, and the countryside right on your doorstep.
This delightful well-equipped property is an ideal base for any holiday maker to explore the local area. Enjoy the best of both worlds with shops, restaurants, and pubs all within a short drive. in addition, plenty of scenic walks and country parks in the vicinity. There is also a friendly pub right at the end of your street; dog friendly, beer garden and live music, perfect after a long day exploring!
On arrival, there is a shared garden overlooking the river side at the front, you can park your car on the street parking outside and enter into a cosy living room with two sofas, a TV and a wood burner perfect for those winter nights! Double doors assist in separating the living space, leading to the newly renovated kitchen and dining room. The kitchen area has everything you need to prepare a home cooked meal or why not try the local pub just a few seconds walk from your home? Wander upstairs where you will find a double bedroom with two single beds and the shower room and toilet. Climb the next flight of stairs to find your cosy master bedroom on the second floor, benefiting from a double bed, plenty of storage and two skylights with black out blinds. Outside to the rear the cottage benefits an enclosed patio.
A warm welcome will always await you at Waterside Cottage, its ideal location will leave you wanting more!

This lovely end-of-terrace cottage boasts picturesque views of the local countryside and Pendle Hill. Tilly Cottage has been lovingly refurbished inside while also retaining many of its original features, making it the ideal choice for those wanting a holiday home full of character. There is a local pub a stone’s throw from the cottage and several eating places (dog friendly) within a 5-mile journey. Enjoy a good cooked English breakfast at a local café just a minute up the road, taking in the panoramic views and relax on the balcony with a glass of wine later watching the evening sun setting over Pendle Hill.
There is so much on Tilly Cottage’s doorstop; walk through the fields or drive down the country lanes to the Pendle villages of Roughlee and Barley where you can hike up Pendle Hill, then relax at one of the many welcoming country pubs. Barrowford, only 1½ miles away, offers an array of upmarket boutiques and independent shops, or venture slightly further to the market town of Clitheroe, 17 miles away, where you can peruse the artisan food hall and grab a pint crafted by the local Bowland Brewery attached to the converted mill.
The Forest of Bowland, noted for its outstanding National Beauty, and Ribble Valley are both nearby with an abundance of local walks, cycle routes and country pubs.
The historic market town of Skipton (gateway to the Yorkshire Dales) is just a 20-minute drive, with Bolton Abbey being within close range. Tilly Cottage is also situated at the start of the alternative scenic route to Windermere and The Lake District which can be reached in just over an hour.

Located in the rural hamlet of Moss Side on the outskirts of wonderfully cosmopolitan Lytham, this wonderful complex of six holiday cottages provide a perfect base for friends and family alike wanting a fabulous seaside getaway. Newly renovated in 2022 they’re set around a pretty courtyard and surrounded by superb countryside despite being just 3 miles from the coast.
There’s a variety of single and two-storey cottages all comfortably accommodating four guests, plus an additional three bedroom cottage that comes complete with hot tub. Careful thought and design has gone into each of the conversions making great use of original features where possible. Large windows have also been included to many of the open plan living arrangements to ensure a bright and airy space, and to really make the most of the countryside views.
The centre of ‘Leafy Lytham’ is less than 3 miles away, or a 4 minute train journey from Moss Side station which is around a 10 minute walk. Lytham is a lovely seaside town where you can enjoy everything from fish and chips to fine dining plus lots of coffee shops. It’s famed for its iconic ‘Windmill on the Green’, as well as the annual Lytham Festival and Lytham Proms. A direct train service will also take you to neighbouring St Annes in 10 minutes where you’ll find a huge beautiful sandy beach, and then in 20 minutes you’ll reach Blackpool. Blackpool is home to a massive amount of tourist attractions including Blackpool Pleasure Beach, Blackpool Tower, the Sandcastle Water Park, SEA LIFE Blackpool and of course the annual illuminations light show.
For any golfers, there’s plenty of championship courses in the area and the reeds and marshes of the Ribble Estuary are popular with birdwatchers and wildlife lovers. Swapping the coast once more for countryside, slightly further afield the Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the South Lakes can be reached within an hour. Beach 5 miles. Pub and restaurant 1½ miles.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 30 guests.

A lovely two-bedroom lodge set on the South Lakeland Leisure Village near Carnforth, Cumbria. Dog-friendly. Private decking. On-site facilities. Off-road parking. Smart TVs. Capernwray 3 miles; Lake District 10 miles.

A luxury two-bedroom terraced cottage resting in Whalley, Lancashire. Close to amenities. Woodburning stove. En-suite bedrooms. Private garden. Clitheroe 3.7 miles; Ribble Valley 4.3 miles.

A warm, homey feel fills this two-bedroom cottage ideally suited to two couples.

It is like stepping back in time when you walk into historic Heysham village, next to the sea.

Heysham village boasts The Royal Hotel having a sound reputation for great food with a large outdoor bar and seating area to enjoy the summer months. There’s a couple of quaint tea rooms and Glebe Gardens in the grounds of St. Peters Church overlooking the bay is worth a visit. From the village, you can also walk to Half Moon Bay, a sandy beach with grass-covered dunes and low cliffs.

The Haven, a cosy and inviting cottage, is accessed via an external stone staircase. A small hallway leads to the elegant living room where you will find plenty of comfortable seating, an electric fire, and a Smart TV, perfect for cosy nights in after exploring the area. Across the hallway is the dining area with seating for four, as well as a sideboard with board games and a retro radio which also plays vinyl records. In the kitchen, there are all the modern conveniences, and the kitchen also leads to the outdoor seating area. A spacious master bedroom with a king size bed is located on the first floor, the room is elegantly furnished to enhance the original stained-glass windows, this room also has a Smart TV. The second bedroom is accessed via a low head height doorway, the children will love it, and adults will need to take care, this room has a double bed and plenty of storage. There is a WC on this floor plus a full family bathroom adjacent. The bathroom benefits from a shower cubicle, bath, WC and sink.

Outside there is plenty of seating for four, the perfect spot for enjoying a morning coffee or indeed a glass of your favourite tipple in the evenings.

Heysham was a quiet farming and fishing community until 1904 when Heysham Port opened. The village, dating back to Viking times, still has a historic old centre, a delightful maze of winding lanes and picturesque cottages. Discover ST Patrick’s 8th century chapel and iconic rock hewn graves on the dramatic headlands overlooking the bay. In the old centre of the village is Heysham Heritage Centre, housed in part of what was originally a long house it is an unusual example of surviving 17th century village architecture and tells the story of the village’s architecture and past industry in a series of exhibitions. Near the heritage centre there are two cafés, a quirky retro café serving a wide range of interesting cakes and lunches, and the other is known for its traditional homemade fudge. On the same road is a 16th century coaching inn that offers an extensive menu in its popular restaurant, real ales in the covered and heated garden bar. Beach is less than 1 mile away.

Chattox Cottage, originally a weaver’s cottage, is set above a row of shops. Ideally situated within walking distance of a range of shops, cafés, and pubs right around the corner. Barrowford is close to local amenities and within short driving distance to local attractions such as Bolton Abbey, Skipton, Thornton Hall Farm and much more!
Entering the property on cobbled streets, you are greeted by a well-equipped farmhouse style kitchen/diner, the perfect place to prepare a home cooked meal with everything you need or why not try the local cuisine.
Resting behind the kitchen is a cosy lounge with sumptuous sofas, coal effect gas fire and TV, a place to rest after a long day exploring the countryside. Upstairs, choose from two large bedrooms one with a double bed and the other with two single beds. Make your way to the family bathroom, a relaxing bath with a shower over, low level toilet and pedestal wash hand basin. A warm welcome will always await you at Chaddox Cottage.