Dog-friendly Lancashire

This lovely farm cottage situated in the Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, refurbished in 2021, provides an idyllic country retreat for couples and families. The bedroom has patio doors looking out over fields so you can enjoy watching the wildlife without leaving bed. Outside, the private garden is the ideal spot to enjoy al fresco dining in the sunshine or for sitting out on a summer’s evening watching the stars. The living room provides a cosy corner to snuggle up on the sofa next to the wood burner with a glass of wine at the end of a busy day.
Acre Hill Cottage is an ideal choice for guests who love the great outdoors. You are in the Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with the Yorkshire Dales and Pendle Hill both within a 30-minute drive. The area is popular for those keen on walking with various routes taking you through some of the most scenic countryside in the UK. Nearby Gisburn Forest is a brilliant base for walking, horse riding and mountain biking as well as fishing on Stocks Reservoir.
There is storage for bikes at the property and the winding country lanes will take you through the Ribble Valley. Your dog is welcome to join you on your stay and they are sure to have the holiday of a lifetime, exploring the surrounding countryside. The picture postcard village of Bolton-by-Bowland is 3 miles away, offering two village greens and a friendly local pub serving delicious food. The many picturesque rural villages within the Trough of Bowland including Slaidburn, Newton and Downham, to name just a few, can all be reached within 15 minutes, and all have a village pub.
Pendle Hill, and the historical story of the Pendle Witches can be reached within 20 minutes. The bustling market town of Clitheroe, which is considered to be the capital of the Ribble Valley, is just 7 miles away. Here, the streets are strewn with bunting and are home to a delightful selection of boutique shops, cafes, wine bars, pubs and restaurants.