Cottam Cottage Farm is highly praised for its stunning views, peaceful surroundings, and immaculate interiors. Guests appreciate the spacious, well-equipped rooms, comfortable furnishings, and the warm welcome from helpful hosts. While some minor issues are noted, the overall experience is one of relaxation and enjoyment in a beautiful rural setting.
The majority of guests report the cottage as spotlessly clean and well-maintained, with only a few isolated comments about cleanliness issues such as dirty windows and a microwave.
The location is celebrated for its tranquility, amazing views, and wildlife, contributing to a peaceful stay. However, some guests mention a rough access road and difficulty in approach, which slightly affects the score.
Guests find the cottage very comfortable, with special mentions of comfy beds, large bathrooms, and a cosy atmosphere. The high standard of comfort is a recurring theme in the reviews.
The property is equipped to a high standard with great facilities, though some guests suggest improvements in maintenance, such as clearer recycling instructions and better cottage information. The mention of a lack of hot water on one occasion and intermittent internet also impacts this score.
While some guests mention a welcome pack and a starting pack with essentials, there are not enough details to assess the consistency or quality of these gestures across all stays. Therefore, it cannot be guaranteed that such amenities are provided to all guests.
Ribchester 2 miles. An outstanding, semi-detached, south-facing cottage situated in secluded and unspoilt countryside, in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, just two miles from Longridge and Ribchester on the edge of the Forest of Bowland. From its magnificent country surroundings, enjoying breathtaking views of the valley and the distant fells, to its high-quality fixtures and luxurious interior, this stone-built Ribchester cottage is perfect for a romantic holiday, or a getaway with friends. Developed to a high specification, offering first-class accommodation, this cottage near Ribchester is spacious and bright, has two super king-size double bedrooms, one of which can be made into a twin, a beautiful, modern bathroom with a freestanding bath and separate shower, and a ground floor wet room.
The master bedroom enjoys a spacious layout, stylish furnishings, a TV, and a Velux window allowing light to fill the room. The open plan living area exudes real style with beautiful oak flooring, a fully-integrated Sonos sound system, and an inset woodburning stove, all combining to create a wonderful space. It includes a modern kitchen, dining area, and stylish sitting area, while two sets of French doors leading to the garden further enhance the benefits of this lovely Ribble Valley cottage. The area is steeped in history, with a Roman museum and ruins, great gastropubs around every corner, and a fabulous spa just one mile away.
Longridge, described by the Sunday Times as ‘big on character’ and listed in their ‘101 Best Places To Live In Britain’, is also just a mile away. This intriguing town is full of unique shops to browse, ranging from designer clothing stores to antiques and interiors shops. Pubs, cafes, restaurants and an independent cinema offer further options for entertainment, or simply pop into one of two supermarkets, to stock up on tasty treats for your picnic, before heading out into the beautiful countryside. For walkers and cyclists, there is an abundance of lovely footpaths and cycle routes leading right from the doorstep of this Ribchester cottage, whilst the Forest of Bowland, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and Clitheroe Castle and Museum, are all within easy reach.
With excellent road links to the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales, this Ribchester cottage is ideally placed to get away from it all and enjoy country living at its very best.
The village of Ribchester lies in a curve of the River Ribble between Preston and Clitheroe. An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the Ribble Valley is a haven of scenery, natural habitats and legend.
Two super king-size double bedrooms (one with TV and one zip/link, can be twin on request).
Bathroom with freestanding bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Ground floor wet room with shower, basin, and WC.
Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove.
Ground source underfloor heating with woodburning stove.
Electric oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, dishwasher, 2 x TVs with Freeview, DVD, iPod dock, Sonos sound system, radio, WiFi, selection of books and games.
Fuel and power included in rent, fuel for stove on honesty box basis.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair.
Off road parking for 3 cars.
Garden with patio, furniture and access to orchard.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 2 miles, pub and restaurant 1 mile.
Please Note - This property has a Good Housekeeping Bond of £200
Andrea
Welcome tray and bottle of Prosecco was an added bonus. Would highly recommend. The owners were lovely and helpful
Gary
.perfect for our short retreat..
Michael
We were very grateful for the extra chair provided, on request.
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