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On this page, I’m going to show you the best large holiday cottages in Lancashire, along with things to do nearby.
All the properties are of an excellent or exceptional standard throughout.
15 Best Large Houses to Rent in Lancashire
Sleeps 8
The Thack
Sleeps 10 | Bedrooms 5 | Bathrooms 5 | Pets Yes | WiFi | Hot tub | Open fire
Detached cottage set in a pretty village on the banks of the River Aire.
Things to do: Coniston Estate Hotel & Spa offers complimentary access to their spa facility and infinity pool. Head to the Settle-Carlisle railway where you can take a steam train trip through the Yorkshire Dales.
Bridge End Cottage
Sleeps 8 | Bedrooms 4 | Bathrooms 2 | Pets Yes | WiFi | Hot tub
Formerly an old Post Office, this cottage is set in the picturesque village of Stainforth, within the Yorkshire Dales National Park.
Things to do: Located in an excellent area for walkers with the Three Peaks nearby, and a good base for touring the Dales.
Duck Pond Barn
Sleeps 8 | Bedrooms 3 | Bathrooms 2 | Pets No | WiFi | Hot tub | Open fire
This cottage is positioned on a hill with open views of the Yorkshire Dales.
Things to do: Head to Britain’s best inland urban beach, Barnoldswick; famed for its free family-friendly activities.
Waddow Cottage
Sleeps 8 | Bedrooms 4 | Bathrooms 5 | Pets No | WiFi | Hot tub | Open fire
Waddow Cottage is a superb semi-detached cottage located on the outskirts of the pretty village of Ribchester in the picturesque Ribble Valley.
The Waddow Cottage boasts bright and airy open plan living areas complete with well-equipped kitchens and every bedroom has an en-suite with walk-in shower.
Things to do: Relax in the hot tub or take a stroll along the path that runs to the rear of the cottage and enjoy the quaint village of Ribchester with its selection of pubs and scenic walks.
Sleeps 9
Seaside Beachfront Townhouse
9 guests | 4 bedrooms | 7 beds | 2.5 bathrooms | Hot tub | Games room.
This property has superb 4.96/5 star ratings based on 73 reviews.
About & Things To Do
Seaside beachfront townhouse in the heart of Cleveleys, right on the beach, with sea views. There are unique starlight ceilings in all of the bedrooms, which have calming benefits.
Guests can enjoy the games room with bar area and pool table. Outside guests can relax in the Love island inspired garden with hot tub and beanbags.
Things to do: Hit the beach or take just a 5 minute walk to town centre, where you will find shops, bars and restaurants. Hop on the tram to Blackpool Pleasure Beach.
Just a short drive to Lytham St Annes and Poulton-Le Fylde.
Sleeps 10 (2)
High End Seaside Beachouse
10 guests | 2 bedrooms | 6 beds | 2 bathrooms | Beachfront | Seaview | Roof top terrace | Hot tub | Cinema Room | Pets welcome
About & Things To Do
Super stylish beachfront house which was featured in The Daily Mail Top 10 most wish-listed homes in the UK 2020! If you want the wow-factor this house has Led lighting everywhere and a great sound system. Guests have exclusive access to the whole seaside beach house including massage chair and spa hot tub on the roof top terrace.
Things to do: Thornton-Cleveleys beach and just a 5 minute walk to town centre, shops, restaurants bars! 20 minutes away from Blackpool Pleasure Beach. Also just a short drive to Lytham St Annes and Poulton-Le-Fylde.
Usherwoods Dairy
Sleeps 10 | Bedrooms 6 | Bathrooms 3 | Pets Yes | WiFi | Open fire
Duddle Cottage
Sleeps 10 | Bedrooms 5 | Bathrooms 5 | Pets No | WiFi | Hot tub | Open fire
A superbly appointed detached cottage situated in a picturesque courtyard, close to the village of Ribchester.
Things to do: The large garden is the perfect place for the children whilst you enjoy a soak in the private hot tub. The kids will love the games room.
Sleeps 11
Ox Hey Barn
Sleeps 11 | Bedrooms 5 | Bathrooms 4 | Pets No | WiFi | Hot tub | Open fire | Games room
Semi-detached barn conversion near the quiet village of Sawley.
Things to do: Visit Gisburn forest with its mountain biking trail, travel the Settle to Carlisle railway line and visit Clitheroe with its many shops, pubs, and eateries.
Castlebar
Sleeps 11 | Bedrooms 6 | Bathrooms 3 | Pets Yes | WiFi | Hot tub | Near a pub | Games Room
Castlebar is situated in Little Singleton and offers a garden and barbecue facilities. This holiday home features 6 bedrooms, a satellite TV, and a kitchen with a dishwasher.
Things to do:
The holiday home offers a hot tub that the whole family can enjoy. The accommodation is 23 km from Preston, and guests benefit from complimentary WiFi and private parking available on site. Blackpool is 9 km from Castlebar, while Southport is 50 km from the property. The nearest airport is Manchester Airport, 88 km from the accommodation.
Sleeps 14
Oak Bank Farm
Sleeps 14 | Bedrooms 6 | Bathrooms 5 | Pets No | WiFi | Hot tub | Open fire | Games Room
Oak Bank Farm boasts luxury accommodation for up to 14 people, located in the scenic village of Ribchester.
Over three floors, the cottage is home to a library, pool table, table football, and hot tub.
Things to do: Views of the Ribble Valley can be seen from the hot tub.
The village of Ribchester presents a jumble of multi-coloured stone cottages, three pubs, and award-winning restaurants.
Longridge is easily reached, with a collection of shops and tempting eateries.
Sleeps 15
The Long View
Sleeps 15 | Bedrooms 6 | Bathrooms 4 | Pets No | WiFi | Hot tub | Open fire | Games Room
An outstanding, detached farmhouse with panoramic views, this spacious house provides welcoming and stylish accommodation within its own fifteen-acre grounds.
Things to do: Enjoy a walking trail through the valley, where deer, owl, and pheasants could be found. You can also enjoy cycling.
A cosy local pub is within walking distance and a farm shop nearby.
Unwind in the local medieval village of Heptonstall; a beautiful, cobbled, village with a museum and two pubs.
Sleeps 16
Woodfield Farm
Sleeps 16 | Bedrooms 7 | Bathrooms 6 | Pets No | WiFi | Hot tub | Open fire | Games Room
A truly unique, four-storey contemporary house, located in the small hamlet of Clayton Le Dale, just two miles from Ribchester.
Things to do: A spacious billiard room with full-size snooker table, a table tennis room and a spacious studio, ideal for training, dance, yoga and pilates are all contained in this wonderful space.
Somerwood
Sleeps 16 | Bedrooms 8 | Bathrooms 6 | Pets No | WiFi | Hot tub | Open fire | Games Room
One of our premier cottages, Somerwood is located in its own grounds, just half a mile from the centre of the lovely village of Ribchester, on the edge of the Forest of Bowland.
Things to do: The area is wonderful for walking and cycling with lovely footpaths from the doorstep, whilst the Forest of Bowland and Clitheroe Castle and Museum are within easy reach.
Nearby Longridge is also just a short drive.
Sleeps 17
Park Hill
Sleeps 17 | Bedrooms 8 | Bathrooms 8 | Pets Yes | WiFi | Hot tub | Sauna | Games room | Near a pub
Big house set in Clitheroe.
Things to do: Clitheroe offers a good selection of shops, pubs and restaurants as well as a castle with a maze and a museum. Visit The Forest of Bowland.
Sleeps 22
Wolfen Mill
Sleeps 22 | Bedrooms 11 | Bathrooms 10 | Pets Yes | WiFi | Hot tub
Wolfen Mill is a former water-powered mill built in the 16th Century, set in one acre of fabulous grounds just a short distance from the Lancashire village of Chipping, an area renowned for its abundance of Gastro Pubs.
Things to do: You can explore the picturesque villages of Longridge, Garstang, Whalley, and Waddington nearby, hosting a variety of local shops, tea rooms, gastro pubs, and restaurants.
Enjoy a day trip to the Wild Boar Park, where you can feed and pet the animals or ramble along woodland paths.
The kids can enjoy a tractor ride, run wild in the adventure play area or explore the tunnels in the hay barn.
Lower Flass Farm
Sleeps 22 | Bedrooms 10 | Bathrooms 9 | Pets No | WiFi | Hot tub | Games Room
A lavish, stone-built farmhouse with accompanying refurbished barn, located on the edge of the Forest of Bowland, in Bolton by Bowland, Clitheroe.
Things to do: Just a short walk away from the entrance of Forest Beck.
Get amongst nature at the Bowland Wild Boar Park, a fun-filled family day out surrounded by cuddly creatures, or enrich yourself with history at the Clitheroe Castle Museum.
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