Guests say
Bowland Barn is highly praised for its cleanliness, spaciousness, and comfort. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, and the added luxuries such as a hot tub and games room. The property is ideal for family gatherings and offers beautiful surroundings with plenty of activities. The owners are commended for their friendliness and helpfulness.
The property consistently receives high marks for cleanliness, with multiple reviews mentioning its spotless condition and well-maintained spaces.
The location is appreciated for its beautiful surroundings and proximity to walks, although one review mentioned poor road conditions leading up to the house. The remote setting is seen as peaceful, with easy access to local attractions.
Guests find the barn very comfortable, highlighting the quality of the beds and the spaciousness that allows for large groups to stay without feeling crowded. The presence of en-suite bathrooms adds to the comfort level.
The barn is well-equipped with a hot tub, games room, and social spaces. Some minor maintenance issues are noted, such as the hot tub needing more attention and the pool table's stability, but overall the facilities are highly regarded.
The owners are praised for their thoughtfulness, providing little treats and being attentive to guests' needs. While gifts are mentioned, they are not guaranteed and may vary per stay.
About this property
Resting in Ellel near Lancaster, Lancashire is where you'll find this fabulous, contemporary barn conversion, Bowland Barn. The property offers six bedrooms, sleeping a total of 13 guests, with spacious living areas, ample off-road parking and a hot tub for a comfortable retreat to suit the whole family. Upon arrival, admire the beautifully-finished property sitting within an idyllic, rural setting, before stepping inside to make yourself at home. Find entertainment, sumptuous leather sofas and rustic features in the social heart of the house, a sitting room with a mezzanine games room; start the woodburning stove for added comfort, gather to watch your favourite movie on the Smart TV or challenge your guests to a game of pool. Floor to ceiling windows also frame pleasant views across the countryside, whilst the exposed brick walls retain the original character of the barn, making for a perfect spot to curl up with a good book even on rainy days. Head into the large, spectacular kitchen/diner with all the modern-day comforts needed for a self-catering stay, including an electric double oven, induction hob, fridge/freezer and dishwasher, ideal for the group's chef to rustle up delicious home-cooked meals. Set the large dining table set on a beautiful tiled floor to enjoy dinner together and toast to your fabulous holiday home! A snug sitting area awaits after dinner to sink into the sofas and catch up on the day's adventures whilst the woodburning stove gently warms the room. After a busy day touring the city of Lancaster or walking through the diverse landscapes of the Lake District, six inviting bedrooms await for you to rest your head; choose from four doubles with en-suite shower rooms, a ground-floor double or a triple with three singles. A convenient ground-floor bathroom hosts a bath for long, relaxing soaks in the tub as well as a walk-in shower for quick rinses. Why not make the most of this pleasant location by dining alfresco at the outdoor seating on warmer nights? Savour your morning coffee with some peace and quiet at the small patio area, play a game of basketball on the enclosed astro turf or let any stress roll right off your shoulders in the sheltered, outdoor hot tub. Guests also have access to bike storage to explore more of your rural surroundings and two well-behaved pets have plenty of room to roam. If you can tear yourself away from this divine property, be sure to spend a day in Lancaster; plenty of shops and eateries are on offer to fuel your day, whilst attractions include the 12th-century Lancaster Castle hosting a museum, talks and great activities for young historians, the fascinating Maritime Museum and the wonderful Williamson Park with its iconic domed skyline memorial offering panoramic views. Morecambe Bay is just next door along the coast for strolling along the picturesque promenade with an ice cream in hand, letting your canine companions run free on the dog-friendly beach, before ending the day with dinner out in a seafront restaurant. Lace up your hiking boots and venture into the Forest of Bowland AONB where unspoilt, tranquil landscapes await to escape the hustle and bustle. This is also an excellent location for experiencing mountain hikes, river cruises and quaint villages scattered across the Lake District National Park. Book your rural escape at Bowland Barn for a memorable holiday with your loved ones.
Lancaster is a mediaeval city on the shore of Morecambe Bay, with the River Lune running through its heart. The Lancaster Grand Theatre and the Dukes, two venues for live performances, as well as open-air concerts presented frequently in the lovely Williamson Park during the summer season, are among the many amenities. There are also excellent road and rail connections to Cumbria and beyond, making it an ideal location for visiting the Lake District.
Accommodation
Six bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC, 3 x double with en-suite shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x ground-floor double, 1 x triple (3 x single).
Ground-floor bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room with woodburning stove.
First-floor games room
Biomass central heating and underfloor heating with woodburning stove.
Electric double oven and induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washer/dryer.
Smart TV, WiFi, pool table.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Starter pack of logs provided, additional logs can be puchased from the owner.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Ample off-road parking & electric car charge point.
Patio area with furniture, barbecue and hot tub.
Cycle shelter.
Enclosed astro turfed area.
Two well-behaved pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 3 miles, pub 3 miles.
Note: Guests are welcome to bring their own horse.
Note: Check-in is from 4pm, check-out by 10am.
Note: No hen/ stag parties, or similar.
The property accepts holiday rentals only, no commercial bookings
Nearby points of interest
- Lancaster University
- Lancaster Castle
- Forest of Bowland
Reviews (47)
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Reece
Could not recommend more. Facilities were great and we had everything we needed for our stay. Couldnât fault it in any way. Thanks to you both for making us feel welcome and we hope your lintel hasnât fallen out yet!
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Sue
Owners met and showed us how to work kitchen equipment etc. The hot tub and games table a lovely addition. Not very child friendly, the enclosed area was not well enclosed the gate did not lock the wall slabs needed fixing so quite dangerous. The other outside area is quite open. Inside the owners had put on the fire and a child burnt their hand on top of it, could have done with a fire guard. The gap in the bottom of the balcony railing is too big for small children, risk of falling through, there were areas that I donât think would comply with building regs. The steps from the small seating area into the kitchen are not wide enough and 3 of our sober party had accidents falling down these. The first step on the staircase is too high we had a few trips on that. The property is clean but would benefit from a deep clean our en-suite smelt of urine and the stone flooring needs a scrub.
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Ayodele
There for a week and so much more to see, hopefully we'll return.