Earlsfold

About this property

This period stone property resides in the centre of the unspoilt historic village of Scorton, within easy reach of many of Lancashire’s countryside and coastal wonders. Housing up to eight guests, Earlsfold is a substantial dwelling that makes a great holiday home for a family retreat at any time of year. Private parking at the front is a welcome feature on your arrival and during your stay. On the ground floor, there is a large, comfortable sitting room with an excellent wood-burning stove set in a stone fireplace creating a warm and welcoming aura to settle and relax after a day out.

There’s a large flat screen TV including catch up and standard Internet features, and a Hi-Fi system is also provided. The spacious, traditional dining room is a perfect setting to flaunt your culinary talents, as you all gather round the solid oak antique dining table to enjoy a mouth-watering meal. Alternatively, there is plenty of space to enjoy a family board game for a fun night in. Earlsfold offers a full range of high quality kitchen units, equipment and appliances within a traditional cottage kitchen/diner, featuring rustic oak beams and a range cooker set in a large stone fireplace. An informal room for serious cooking, snacking and breakfasting.

The conservatory is a true haven from which to enjoy the view of the picturesque garden, keeping an eye on the little ones playing out on the expansive lawn. There is even a library area on the first floor where you can pick yourself a book to read. In the summer months, the conservatory really comes into its own, as you relax with the doors open to enjoy the fresh country breeze. The four bedrooms are split over the first and second floors and, with a split-level staircase, this property ensures ultimate privacy for all. Take your pick from a master double bedroom, with its own TV, a king-size bed and a range of fitted wardrobes, drawers and dressing table, a further double room, a single room with a truckle bed beneath and a final second-floor twin room, all offering crisp white linen and quality wooden furnishings to store your personal belongings during your stay.

Popular with walkers and cyclists, Scorton is located on the edge of the Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It is a perfect base to enjoy the great outdoors, including the popular Nicky Nook circuit which takes in stunning views over Morecambe Bay, The Fylde coast /Blackpool Tower and The Lake District, and includes a gentle amble through the peaceful, relaxing woodland of Grizedale valley. If you aren’t feeling so energetic, take a stroll around the village or amble along the Millennium Way. Scorton offers wondrous views all around and high quality establishments on your doorstep to enjoy a pint or a glass of wine, snacks, coffees, afternoon teas, or full meals.

The attractive market town of Garstang (Outdoor market along the High Street on Thursdays) is only a couple of miles down the road and is well worth a visit for a stroll along the River Wyre, the canal or the High Street, or to visit one of it’s many pubs or cafes and stock up on quality local food produce at Booths. If you fancy going further afield for a day out, venture to the historic city of Lancaster, with its famous castle and canal, or over the River Lune to Morecambe, which is great for a walk along the prom, an ice cream or a sit on the beach, enjoying the views of the Lake District across Morecambe Bay.

Scorton is a lovely village resting in Nether Wyresdale, on the edge of the Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Boasting wonderful walking and cycling routes, as well as a good selection of amenities in the form of shops and pubs, it has all you need for a wonderful self-catering stay in Lancashire. Attend the village's Food & Gifts Fair to find the perfect souvenir to take back home, or make your way to Morecambe Bay, Blackpool, Kendal or Windermere for a wide range of family fun.

Accommodation

Over three floors.

Four bedrooms: 1 x double with TV, 1 x double, 1 x single with truckle bed beneath, 1 x second-floor twin.

Cloakroom with basin and WC.

Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.

Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.

Kitchen/diner.

Dining room with electric fire.

Sitting room.

Conservatory.

Library
Gas central heating, woodburning stove and electric fire.

Electric range oven with gas hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine.

TV, WiFi, Hi-Fi, selection of books available.

Fuel, power and starter pack for stove included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Ample off-road parking.

Rear lawn and patio with furniture.

One well-behaved pet.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop and eating establishments/pub within 0.1 miles.

Note: There are some small steps internally, please take care.

Notes: Please be politely advised that this property does not accept stag or hen parties