Guests say
Homewood Pod in Preston is a charming and private retreat, praised for its cosy atmosphere, underfloor heating, and delightful hot tub. Nestled among trees, it offers a romantic and relaxing getaway with useful local recommendations provided. Guests appreciate the thoughtful touches, including a bottle of wine, and find the pod well-equipped for a comfortable stay.
The pod is generally well-received for cleanliness, with most guests finding it spotless. However, a few mentions of cobwebs and dust suggest room for improvement in attention to detail.
The location is highly regarded for its tranquillity and proximity to nature, with easy access to local attractions. Some guests noted it was tricky to find initially, but its setting is ultimately appreciated.
While the pod is often described as cosy and warm, several guests have suggested that the mattress and sofa bed could be more comfortable, indicating a need for an upgrade in this area.
The facilities, including the kitchen and hot tub, are generally praised. However, comments about the need for a new frying pan and minor maintenance issues indicate that some facilities could benefit from updating.
Guests are delighted by the thoughtful touches, such as the pre-arrival information and a bottle of wine. It should be noted that such gifts are a pleasant surprise and not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Garstang 3.5 miles. Tucked away on the leafy outskirts of Forton, a quaint village a short drive north of Garstang in Lancashire, lies the charming, one-bed holiday home, Pod. Set on beautiful grounds, boasting private, off-road parking for one car, and an outdoor seating area with a hot tub, this superb property welcomes a couple for a romantic, self-catered escape near the magnificent Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Step into your lovely new home, where you will find a well-appointed, studio-style living area, consisting of a double bed, a fully-equipped kitchen, and a sitting featuring a corner sofa bed and a dining table with seating for two, where you can spend your evenings relaxing as you watch a film or two on the wall-mounted, Freeview TV. When you need to freshen up, a vibrant shower room awaits, the perfect way to begin or end your day. Make memories in Lancashire with your loved one by booking a stay at Pod. Note: This property can be booked with Ref. 954295, together sleeping up to 12 guests.
Garstang is a small town within the Wyre Borough of Lancashire, famous for declaring itself the world's first Fairtrade town. Known locally for its tasty home-grown produce, this small town offers a warm welcome and a wealth of specialist and individual shops where you can pick up a number of treats; don't miss the local cheesemongers for a wedge of fine Lancashire cheese! The street market is held every Thursday, another exciting shopping treat. Running right through the centre of the town is the peaceful Lancaster Canal, where you can watch the passing canal boats cruise by and enjoy the abundance of wildlife it supports. The nearby Millennium Green, an area situated on the western bank of the River Wyre, has actually been designated for wildlife conservation and events in the community. Admire the views over the Bowland Hills before enjoying a visit to the High Street, where you will find plenty of pubs, cafes and restaurants in which you can enjoy the local hospitality, or visit the Braedens Pony Trekking Centre, which make for great family days out. The surrounding countryside provides great walking opportunities, whilst the rspb nature reserves at Leighton Moss and Morecambe Bay are well worth a visit. The Trough of Bowland is nearby, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, while the many varied delights of Blackpool and Morecambe, as well as the towns of Lancaster, Kirkby Lonsdale, Kendal and Windermere and the stunning Lake District National Park are all within easy reach, making this a great destination for all the family.
Accommodation
Single-storey.
Studio-style layout with double bed, kitchen, dining area and sitting area.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC
Underfloor heating.
Electric oven and 2-ring induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer.
Freeview TV and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Private parking for 1 car.
Outdoor seating area with hot tub.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 1.5 miles, pub 0.9 miles.
Note: Check-in from 3pm, check-out by 11am
Nearby points of interest
- Lancaster University
- Lancaster Castle
- Blackpool Tower
- Forest of Bowland
- Blackpool Zoo
Reviews (18)
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Ashley
Good location as Blackpool, Lancaster, Garstang, morecombe etc are very near. Private and quiet with access to a hot tub on a night is a big plus. Cosy cabin and numerous comforts/facilities inside made our time there very enjoyable. A few very minor things would help. A mirror for the bathroom, something for the leaves in the hot tub before and after use would be helpful. The welcoming book needs updating as we noticed some pubs/restaurants were no longer open and were listed as such. However the book was very helpful. Had some issues with bugs and flies on a night getting into the pod so a screen or something similar would be helpful. However this is due to the location I.e. next to some trees and farmland. Overall an excellent stay and would recommend and come back for another visit.
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Chris
Just out of the way enough for peace and quiet but close enough to civilisation if you want to pop out. Great little cabin and hot tub and will book again in the future!
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Lauren
So peaceful and quite, clean, cosy perfect 2 nights away for a romantic getaway! Highly reccomend.