Cottage-Private Bathroom-The Shippon

The Shippon sleeps 4/5 people. The ground floor is open plan, the lounge is seperated from the kitchen area by the original stone boskin complete with chains. Comfortably furnished with quality pine furniture, freeview tv with dvd/vcr and comfortable suite. The kitchen is fully fitted with electric cooker, fridge/freezer, microwave, washing machine and all necessary utensils and equipment. Upstairs there are two bedrooms. One is a double bedroom with zip & link beds so you have the choice of two single or one kingsized bed. Please state your choice in the 'Special Requirements' section. We also have a fold up bed and a travel cot is available if required. The second bedroom has twin beds, (these cannot be joined together!). All rooms are comfortably and tastefully decorated. The bathroom contains bath, seperate shower unit, wash basin & wc.
The rear of the cottage opens onto a cobbled courtyard with patio furniture and safe, off road parking.
Discover our award-winning accommodation: four charming and cosy country cottages, including one specially designed with full accessibility for disabled guests.

Tucked away on a peaceful rural lane, our cottages offer complete tranquillity. Just a short stroll brings you to the Leeds–Liverpool Canal, perfect for leisurely walks, peaceful fishing, and visiting the many welcoming country inns along the route. The renowned Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust at Martin Mere is only two miles away, while the elegant seaside resort of Southport can be reached in just 10 minutes. Conveniently located only seven miles from Junction 27 of the M6, all of the North West’s most popular destinations are within easy reach.

Originally farm buildings dating back over a century, the cottages have been tastefully and professionally converted to provide modern, comfortable, easy-care accommodation while preserving their traditional character and original features.

The Dairy, The Shippon and The Granary are arranged around an enclosed cobbled courtyard. Each cottage varies in size and offers its own distinctive charm and individual style. With full central heating, they are ideal for short breaks or longer stays at any time of year. Our newest cottage, The Stable, is fully accessible for disabled guests, featuring a specially adapted en-suite wet room and its own private driveway.

All cottages are equipped with Smart TVs and high-speed Wi-Fi throughout. The fitted kitchens include an electric cooker, washing machine, fridge-freezer, microwave, and all essential utensils and equipment. Each cottage also boasts a private patio area with table and chairs for al fresco dining, along with shared access to a spacious garden and children’s play area.

Electricity, bed linen, and towels are provided at no additional cost. A travel cot, high chair, and safety gate are available on request. Please note that we are a non-smoking establishment and do not accept pets.