Self-Catering at Poppy Cottage | Holiday Cottages in Lancaster

Holiday home
Poppy Cottage is a wonderful, mid-terrace stone barn conversion, situated near the River Lune and three miles from Lancaster. Set mostly on the ground floor, there is only one room upstairs, a double bedroom with an an en-suite bath. The other two bedrooms downstairs have the zip/link option of being made into super king-size doubles or twins, and there is also a family bathroom and an open plan living space, with a kitchen, a dining area and a sitting area with a woodburner and large double doors opening directly into the garden. The garden is lawned and fenced, with furniture. Beyond the garden is an enclosed paddock with sheep that may come over to say hello, and there is also off road parking and many walks nearby, making Poppy Cottage a lovely little country retreat. Please note: Two well-behaved dogs welcome, 30 GBP charge for the first dog and 20 GBP for the second, for any additional pets please contact the reservations team to discuss.

Accomodation Details
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.

Area
The historic city of Lancaster, the county town of Lancashire, 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 a promising place for those in search of tales of the past.

Region
The North West of England has something for every discerning traveller. Whether it is the fabulous sandy beaches of its famous seaside resorts or the historic backdrop of some of the country's oldest cities, it has something for everyone.

Amenities
Oil central heating with woodburner. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine in external utility, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi. Fuel and power 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, £30 charge for the first dog and £20 for the second. 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. Please note there is a £150 Good Housekeeping Bond at this property.

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 !!!

Michelle, 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 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.

Mrs Thomas, August 2020

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

sue m

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

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...

Steve-ICEMAN

we arrived here for new year celebrations and thoroughly enjoyed its location, being close to Lancaster, Morecambe and Glasson docks. Unfortunately the cottage we stayed in was very basic and definitely in need of a refurb. The lighting is very dingy and dark especially in the bedrooms. The chairs around the table were falling to bits and the tv is far too small for such a big room! The kitchen is also in need of new cupboards and the log burner is way too small for the size of the property! My husband spent ages tending to it. The place has all the amenities but Is let down as it’s very old. One of the sofas is completely shot! If you are looking for a very basic accommodation, that is functional but not luxurious then you’ll be fine. One great thing my daughter loved was the Shetland ponies in the paddock. However we will not be returning

Mrs Manzi, January 2020

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

Mr Knight, December 2019

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.

Ms Kennedy, November 2019

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.

Mrs Stephens, October 2019

Had a very relaxing no hassle experience at poppy cottage

Mr Pearson, October 2019

September 2019

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

Mr Crisp, September 2019

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 Birchall, 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.

Mrs Day, August 2019

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 Gray, July 2019

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

Mr Fellows, June 2019

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

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

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.

Mrs Robinson

August 2018

The gentleman and his family who maintains the cottage and surrounding areas, was a pleasure to meet and anything you needed he was there in an instant, nothing was a problem..

Mrs Bennett

July 2018

Fantastic location, everything we wish for , owners were available if we needed .... Fantastic location, everything we wish for , owners were available if we needed anything, but not intrusive, cottage was lovely, had everything inside , plus two gorgeous ponies in field, adjacent to garden , would highly recommended poppy cottage in Lancaster,,

Mr Robinson

May 2018

Our third visit to this cottage, every visit gets better with the owners providing items which people mention.. The cottage is a credit to the owners who are always on hand if needed

Mrs Taylor

April 2018

Excellent spot for getting about the area.. Cottage and owners friendly and accommodating

Mrs Mason

March 2018

Beautiful spacious cottage.. Very warm and welcoming perfect for a winter weekend away with the family.

Mr Saville

Poppy Cottage is set in beautiful surroundings.. On arrival we went to look where the cottage was and saw the owner by chance who said the cottage would be ready slightly earlier than we anticipated which was fantastic so we popped into Lancaster which is only a short drive away for some supplies and headed back. The cottage is so well equipped with everything you would need, we requested 3 double beds and the 2 downstairs are huge! The views from the living room area and garden are lovely and we were welcomed each morning by the 2 lovely Shetland ponies who were in the paddock at the back next to the garden. We went in March so couldn't sit out in the garden but I'd imagine it would be lovely in the summer with the large doors opening from the living area into the garden. Being fond real ale and food lovers we of course were keen to find the nearest pub, on our drive in we saw The Stork so decided to walk there one afternoon. There is a lovely track that runs along the river that is easily accessible from the cottage albeit you have to descend down the side of a bridge to get on to it but it's pretty easy, although I wouldn't want my 80 year old grandmother attempting it! The Stork is a 20 minute walk away and the track is ideal for dogs to be off the lead, the pub is friendly and welcoming with a large open fire and I was told they kept a very good pint, can I can vouch for the good wine list! We even returned the following day for lunch and the food was outstanding! Real home made food, which you don't find very often these days! The lakes are about an hours away, we drove to Windermere one morning for a walk and not having been to that part of the world before it was outstandingly beautiful. The garden centre on site was lovely to mooch around, lots of lovely locally made bits and bobs, the cafe was being refurbed and it had limited seating when we got there so didn't stay however if was completely full on a Tuesday afternoon which is always a good sign on a week day I say! All in all our trip to poppy cottage was fantastic, great surroundings, lots of places to walk and discover, our 2 night stay was just not long enough!

Mrs Vaine

February 2018

Fab barn conversion, well equipped and comfortable.. The only thing that was a pain was the communal washing machine, but wouldn't stop us going again. Friendly and helpful hosts :)

Hawky67

January 2018

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

Lovely cottage with helpful owners, who, when something wasn't quite right, were quick to respond and put it right.. Would definitely book again.

Rocky S

December 2017

When we arrived the cottage looked wonderful and the location was perfect. It was comfortable and warm. Unfortunately for a cottage that was perfect for walkers there were a few problems. The main one being there were no coat hooks, nowhere to put wet walking gear, coats hats or boots and shoes, it was ridiculous. There were no hooks to hang things to dry or place to put wet walking boots or clothes. we had to hang coats on the staircase. A coat rack or hooks under the staircase would have been a good idea. The second problem and even more of a problem was the fact it was winter and got dark early. The lighting was so pathetic you couldn't see to read. The main lights were over 20 ft up and were very poor low energy bulbs. there was meant to be lighting over the cooker but there was one dim bulb and the fluorescent tubes had been removed or didn't work. We had to use torches so we could see to cook or read or do anything. We ended up borrowing torched and inspection lamps. There were no table-mats or tablecloths to protect the excellent table although there were coasters. Especially difficult was the fact that, especially as we were doing Christmas dinner the fact the roasting pan didn't fit in the oven. there were plenty of plates, glasses and other crockery and cooking pans. Finally there were no floor mats for the bathrooms making it dangerous on the wet floors. I feel Sykes should insist the owners of properties should stay in them for a week before renting them out and not just in the good weather. Our holiday would have been a lot better if we could have been able to see to read and cook without torches and Sykes had checked the equipment worked. I'm sure this cottage is wonderful in the summer but in the dark nights forget it.

Pinkfluffyworld

November 2017

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.

Great location, lovely and warm and extremely well equiped.. Liked the neighbour (a very friendly donkey). Garden centre a few yards away serves a lovely breakfast, lunch or cake.

Mrs Tibbetts, November 2017

Very welcoming owner lovely cottage very quiet

Mr Scott-Miller, March 2017

September 2016

A few things within the cottage didn't work like under counter lights but this didn't deter from the experience.. I would suggest another chair in the living room as the sofas were a bit to small for 6 people. Also we couldn't find any placemats for the table? Overall a good clean cottage with warm atmosphere.

Miss Hoare, September 2016

Poppy cottage was perfect , beautiful surroundings , perfect location , even waking up with donkey , goats & peacocks was lovely , thoroughly enjoyed the week , weather was perfect , took an 88yr old lady with dementia with us and it just made her holiday with the animals & also the cottage itself was ideal for her .. she wanted to take donkey home with her . would return without a doubt accomadation was very cosy & comfy , pleasant staff members always there to help , facilities are great . Was that nice i even phoned my parents to come down for 2 days they loved it . Photos that come with site its even better than that .100%. michelle & John from East Ayrshire . Scotland .

Mr O'neill, September 2016

Cottage was well appointed and perfect as we have two dogs.. Owners very pleasant and reacted within the hour when we asked for some bushes at the entrance to be clipped as we had a large car and they were in the way. Lots of lovely walks from the cottage. Would not hesitate to use again.

Mrs Firby, September 2016

August 2016

We have just returned from a wonderful weeks holiday.. So relaxing, amidst lovely countryside and our three year old grandson thought it was lovely to feed the two goats and donkey who were on our doorstep and the peacocks and peahens who came to greet us each morning. The property needed for nothing and was so spacious. The good weather was a bonus - a really good holiday. Thank you.

Miss Green

July 2016

Poppy Cottage is a lovely, quiet cottage. It is well maintained and roomy. The cottage has good facilities.

Mrs Hollis, August 2016

Poppy Cottage is a lovely, quiet cottage.. It is well maintained and roomy. The cottage has good facilities.

Mr Cowling

June 2016

This is a very quiet spot, which is very well situated for exploring Lancashire. We particularly enjoyed the rural aspect of the cottage, the goats, the peacocks etc. The walls of this cottage are incredibly thick and we couldn't hear any sound from the two adjancent properties.

mariabatten

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.

Miss Green, July 2016

This is a very quiet spot, which is very well situated for exploring Lancashire.. We particularly enjoyed the rural aspect of the cottage, the goats, the peacocks etc. The walls of this cottage are incredibly thick and we couldn't hear any sound from the two adjancent properties.

Willey

May 2016

The cottage was perfect, we loved it! It is in a great location for the Lakes and Morecambe. Would definitely book again.

Bradley D

April 2016

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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Poppy Cottage in Lancaster, Lancashire