Poppy Cottage

Rating
Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Mrs Thomas
August 2020

“We really enjoyed our stay.”

The cottage was clean and well equipped. It was an lovely location, very quiet and the view from the garden and french windows was great - we were entertained by the ponies frolicking in the field. The location was ideal for visiting Lancaster city and the university.

The cottage was clean and well equipped. It was an lovely location, very quiet and the view from the garden and french windows was great - we were entertained by the ponies frolicking in the field. The location was ideal for visiting Lancaster city and the university. The only reason for not giving top score on comfort was that the right hand bed in the smallest bedroom had a couple of springs which were sticking up and affected my son's sleep, other than that, all was good.
Michelle August 2020

“The cottage and owner were fantastic set in lovely grounds it was exceptional.”

But Sykes on the other hand ,on the phone for hours trying to get through,promised a call back didn’t get one, charged us £200+ to move the holiday due to covid rescrictions,no email address I don’t know what’s happened to this company it used to be so customer focused but not now !!!
sue m February 2020

“Little break”

Just had weekend at poppy cottage good location for Lancaster and lakes loverly location in summer but weather was awful Cottage plenty big enough for 6 adults bedroom upstairs and twin downstairs bit sparse of furniture comfortable beds furniture in living room /kitchen could do with update and as with previous reviews needs larger tv grandchildren dissapointed lots of games had items missing so couldn’t use We all loved the log fire made room really cosy nice kitchen all in all was a good family stay plenty parking outside cottage
Mrs McCleary February 2020

“Cottage ok furniture bit old and very sparse in bedrooms tv too small for room ...”

Cottage ok furniture bit old and very sparse in bedrooms tv too small for room although weather not good while staying there the garden furniture in much need of renewal for warmer months nice bedding in on suite down stairs bedroom enjoyed log fire Children’s games need replacing as grandchildren could not play any as all had pieces missing and with weather being awful nothing for them to do loverly area
Mrs Manzi January 2020

“Not sure if this cottage has been let before as there was no visitors book .”

.. it is a lovely spacious cottage on an estate and we really enjoyed staying there...
Mr Knight December 2019

“Unfortunately we couldn’t get any WiFi in Poppy Cottage.”

I know the cottages either side had routers and so it may be an idea to get one in the cottage. Also a few light bulbs weren’t working. Outside front lights do bedside light in upstairs bedroom a little temperamental
Ms Kennedy November 2019

“Fabulous little cottage very comfortable with everything you require although not one member in the party could connect to the WiFi and the phone signal is very poor, we didn’t really need either so not a problem for us.”

The outside light didn’t work. Met owners on last day who were very friendly and accommodating of extended leave time.
Mr Pearson October 2019

“Had a very relaxing no hassle experience at poppy cottage”
Mrs Stephens October 2019

“For a cottage for 6 adults there was one shower that was either stone cold or scalding hot, and dribbled out.”

When we spoke to the landlords they did come to try to fix the problem but admitted that they are always booked up so haven’t done any maintenance on the cottage for a long time. Again, for 6 adults staying for a week the kitchen was not appropriate, there was not enough cupboard space and the fridge was a built in one so was way too small. We had to clean the kitchen cupboards and run all the dishes through the dishwasher before we could use them as they hadn’t been left in a clean enough state. We also had to go out and buy dishwasher salt and rinse aid and filled up the dishwasher, something that I would not expect to have to do as i believe this should be something that the owners do for basic maintenance. There was dog poo all over the garden and the rug was full of dog hairs. The dining table chairs kept coming apart when you sat on them (the dowels kept coming out making them unstable) so clearly need gluing back together. Visiting in October we put the heating on and it just kept switching off so our towels didn’t dry properly. The tv was too small for the size of the room. There was no recycling facilities available. The listing says it is near a pub but you cannot walk to the pub as there is a main road that is 50 mph but there is no footpath, and you have to walk through fields to get to a footpath which would not be appropriate to walk to in the dark. Some positives to finish with: the log burner and main room was nice and spacious. When we alerted the owners to the shower problem they were quick to respond (although they didn’t have a clue how to fix it and we spent the rest of the week putting up with the shower.
Mr Crisp September 2019

“Cottage in great location but it was a bit tiered needs a good clean & general repairs doing.”
Mrs Birchall August 2019

“Really lovely cottage in a beautiful setting.”

The ponies at the garden fence were the icing on the cake for our visit. We went with my parents who have poor mobility. It was an idyllic relaxing break for them, whilst close enough to Lancaster, Blackpool and Morecambe for trips out to amuse our daughters. The cottage was spotless and exactly like the photographs, with lots of books and games available. My only observations, though certainly not criticisms, are, some low lighting in the living area would be nice for the evenings, and whilst loving being in the heart of the countryside, we did not enjoy being bitten by insects. It was however a very hot weekend we stayed, but would maybe take a citronella candle to deter the bugs next time. Would definitely recommend Hodgsons Chippy, a 10 minute drive away in Lancaster. On a whole, we would definitely recommend Poppy Cottage and look forward to staying again in the future.
Mrs Day August 2019

“Lovely holiday cottage on a beautiful Estate.”

Great starting point for walks and day trips to a beautiful countryside. The beautiful cottage has everything you need, including games and a great choice of books. The little garden has a fence to keep little children and dogs safe. You have a lovely view and it’s very quite. We can recommend the little cafe in the garden center, just over the road and “the stork” as a family pub. Both are dog friendly. Just a little tip: If you’re not used in chlored water, bring some bottled water with you.
Mr Gray July 2019

“Poppy Cottage was spacious and comfortable.”

Very contemporary in layout and decor. Easy reach into Lancaster for local shopping and some good walks directly from the cottage. We had a very enjoyable week there.
Mr Fellows June 2019

“I would suggest maybe a grip rail above the bath for helping the less able, and ...”

I would suggest maybe a grip rail above the bath for helping the less able, and may be larger bath towels, apart from that great value thank you
Miss Scott May 2019

“Lovely peaceful holiday.”

No visitor book within the property. Owners were very pleasant in communication. The ponies in the adjoining field love a fuss and carrots. Property well equipped and a good base for having a tour around.
Mrs Moylan April 2019

“Fabulous comfy beds and bed linen .”

A Few of the pillows had gone lumpy so needed replacing . Great location tucked away but the easy access to so many places makes it a great base . We loved exploring Lancaster . The cottages look small from the outside but ours was spacious and well equipped (other than it needed a hairdryer !! ) I particularly loved the upstairs bedroom . We were a group of 4 ladies ( usually 5 ) on one our regular walking trips and we all loved it . This was perfect to accommodate us all in comfort . A bonus would have been a separate shower . The amazing garden centre on the estate was worth a visit or 2 or 3 !!! For anyone that is into golf the immaculate looking 9 hole golf course on the doorstep ( very reasonable) and the Lancaster golf club next door would make it a fab place to stay . We would certainly return here .
Mrs Gott March 2019

“The cottage was spotlessly clean and spacious with everything needed for a home from home experience.”

There was a good selection of books and the children really enjoyed playing the board games. The 3 bedrooms were tastefully furnished with the 2 bathrooms both close at hand. Communication with the owner about key collection was very easy. Had we had any problems they were always only a text away. The location was very good for Lancaster and the Lake District. As a bonus for the children 2 ponies were in the field adjoining the cottage! I would not hesitate in recommending this cottage/owners for a really good family holiday.
Miss Sellers January 2019

“Fabulous place, very spacious.”

Perfectly clean.
Mrs Howarth January 2019

“The cottage is lovely, the owner seems very nice and helpful.”

We had a wonderful time. Perfect county escape for the weekend.
Miss Winterburn November 2018

“Poppy cottage is absolutely gorgeous, so comfy and cosy.”

The woodburner is fab, we definitely made full use of it, comfortable beds, fully equipped kitchen, plenty of space for a family of 6.Even the 2 ponies in the field facing were lovely to watch. I can recommend staying here to anyone. I would definitely stay again. Fantastic weekend break with the family, that we enjoyed from the minute we arrived.
Mr Boardman October 2018

“It was Perfect no problems peaceful and quiet easy access to areas surrounding Roger lovely with his meet and greet was wonderful then never bother us unless wanted which we didn't neighbouring cottages resident's lovely ideal location for dogs.”

.Thank you..
Mrs Llewellyn October 2018

“We had such a lovely time staying at poppy cottage, 3 couples and 2 dogs and we all loved it.”

Spacious cottage in a beautiful setting with walks from the doorstep. Would definitely recommend to others wanting to stay in this area.
Hawky67 January 2018

“Lovely place”

We arrived for the New Year celebrations. Place was lovely and peaceful, which is just what we needed. Rooms were lovely. Watch your head upstairs. We liked the layout and enjoyed our time there. However a great time away was nearly ruined by the owner. Top tip. Take photos as you leave of how you have left the place, as he tried it on asking for more money. He stated that our neighbour had left white dog hairs everywhere. They had 2 black dogs. Would I go back. No. Not after him trying it on. Which is a shame, because the place is lovely. I didnt mark it down, as it is the owner that is at fault, not the place
Pinkfluffyworld November 2017

“It even has a donkey ( not guaranteed)”

Arrived in the pitch dark. Well hidden down a lane, could do with a sign in the lane, but advantage was how peaceful it was. Extremely well equipped, toasty warm, comfy firm beds, really close to Lancaster but still very much in countryside.Nice walks with the added advantage of a garden centre with a great tearoom a few steps away. Donkey at the bottom of the garden an added bonus. Safe enclosed garden and parking close by for those travelling with little ones. With three bedrooms and two other cottages attached would be great place for a big family gathering.
mariabatten June 2016

“great great relaxing holiday just what I needed”

Poppy cottage is very spacious, has everything you need ,very comfy bed ,we loved the double doors and having my morning cup of tea in the garden watching the gosts play, there are lovely walks in and around the estate ,we loved the peacocks too, I came home very relaxed,we will be going back.
BradDodd April 2016

“A Pleasant Restful Stay”

We stayed in the cottage for three nights. It was comfortable and spacious and we enjoyed it. Everything was very clean and it was convenient for us because it was 5-10 minutes from Lancaster by car. Please be aware that there were no weighing scales or functional measuring jug, which we understand has now been rectified. Please be aware that there is absolutely no food provided, this includes coffee, milk, sugar or salt. The caretaker may be able to supply these things. We will certainly think of staying at the cottage again for it's convenience. Importantly, it is a more relaxed place to stay than a budget hotel at a comparable price.
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Ashton Hall Cottages

Lancaster 3 miles. These charming, stone-built terraced barn conversions sit in beautiful countryside close to the River Lune in Lancashire, just a few minutes’ walk from Lancaster Golf Club. Ideally located to enjoy the Lune Estuary and the nearby historic city, the cottages offers delightful holiday accommodation for friends and families, with the Lake District just a 40-minute drive away. These excellent cottages have a superb open plan living area boasting high ceilings, bright kitchens and cosy woodburners. External doors lead from the living areas into each of the property’s private gardens, and a shared walled paddock beyond, plus an abundance of woodland walks and cycle routes leading down to the River Lune are available from the doorstep. With a selection of golf courses, the Forest of Bowland, the Lune Estuary and Lancaster all within very easy reach, avid golfers, outdoor enthusiasts and those simply in search of a relaxing break are sure to enjoy these delightful Lancaster cottages.

The property

Situated mostly over the ground floor, with just a double bedroom with an en-suite bath upstairs, this mid-terrace barn conversion is just a short distance from Lancaster near the River Lune.

As well as the double upstairs, there are two bedrooms on the ground floor, with the option of being zipped into super king-size doubles, or unzipped into twin beds, plus a family bathroom.

The open plan living space, where you can find the kitchen, dining area and sitting area, has a warming woodburner and wide double doors opening into the fenced, lawned garden, where you can enjoy dinner in the summer.

There is lots to do nearby, including wonderful walks from the doorstep, making this lovely cottage a fabulous base for a family holiday or a getaway with friends.

Note: This cottage is attached to Refs. 913176 and 913187, together they sleep 16.

Summary

Mostly ground floor
Three bedrooms: 1 x super king-size double (zip/link, can twin on request), 1 x first floor double with basin and en-suite bath and WC, 1 x twin (zip/link, can be super king-size double on request)
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburner
Shared external utility.
Oil central heating with woodburner
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine in external utility, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburner inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Cot and highchair
Ample off road parking
Lockable bike storage
Lawned garden plus shared paddock
Two well-behaved dogs welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 2 miles, pub 1 mile, cafe 3 mins walk
Lancaster Golf Club 5 mins walk
Note: The utility and paddock are shared with other holiday cottages on site.

About the location

LANCASTER

Morecambe 5 miles; Kendal 21 miles; Windermere 38 miles.

The historic city of Lancaster sits on edge of Morecambe Bay, with the River Lune flowing through its centre. Lancaster retains many excellent examples of handsome Georgian architecture, and with its captivating medieval castle, Ashton Memorial, and four museums, it’s an interesting place for those in search of history and tales of the past. Among the many amenities, there are two venues for live performances, the Lancaster Grand Theatre and the Dukes, as well as open-air concerts held frequently in the pretty Williamson Park during the summer season. The Forest of Bowland and The Arnside & Silverdale Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty provide visitors with lots of opportunities to take in the flora and fauna of the area, with wonderful walking and cycling ways to enjoy. There are also good road and rail links into Cumbria and beyond, meaning Lancaster is a wonderful base for also exploring the Lake District.

Region Information

Lake District Holiday Cottages

Totally number of persons is 6.

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Features

“We really enjoyed our stay.”

“The cottage and owner were fantastic set in lovely grounds it was exceptional.”

“Little break”

“Cottage ok furniture bit old and very sparse in bedrooms tv too small for room ...”

“Not sure if this cottage has been let before as there was no visitors book .”

“Unfortunately we couldn’t get any WiFi in Poppy Cottage.”

“Fabulous little cottage very comfortable with everything you require although not one member in the party could connect to the WiFi and the phone signal is very poor, we didn’t really need either so not a problem for us.”

“Had a very relaxing no hassle experience at poppy cottage”

“For a cottage for 6 adults there was one shower that was either stone cold or scalding hot, and dribbled out.”

“Cottage in great location but it was a bit tiered needs a good clean & general repairs doing.”

“Really lovely cottage in a beautiful setting.”

“Lovely holiday cottage on a beautiful Estate.”

“Poppy Cottage was spacious and comfortable.”

“I would suggest maybe a grip rail above the bath for helping the less able, and ...”

“Lovely peaceful holiday.”

“Fabulous comfy beds and bed linen .”

“The cottage was spotlessly clean and spacious with everything needed for a home from home experience.”

“Fabulous place, very spacious.”

“The cottage is lovely, the owner seems very nice and helpful.”

“Poppy cottage is absolutely gorgeous, so comfy and cosy.”

“It was Perfect no problems peaceful and quiet easy access to areas surrounding Roger lovely with his meet and greet was wonderful then never bother us unless wanted which we didn't neighbouring cottages resident's lovely ideal location for dogs.”

“We had such a lovely time staying at poppy cottage, 3 couples and 2 dogs and we all loved it.”

“Lovely place”

“It even has a donkey ( not guaranteed)”

“great great relaxing holiday just what I needed”

“A Pleasant Restful Stay”