Live the stone cottage dream at this charming home tucked away on a quiet lane fringing the quiet village of Mellor in the Ribble Valley.

Surrounded by the Forest of Bowland, an area of outstanding natural beauty, you could feel a world away from anywhere here. Yet you’re just a three-minute stroll from a stylish gastropub with far-reaching views of the valley –⁠ and a little further, the village shop to pick up a paper and your essentials. Or hop in the car and in just twenty minutes you can moseying about the historic market towns of Clitheroe and Longridge in no time.

Back at home, these former stables have been entirely reimagined into a luxurious holiday retreat while retaining that all-important character.

After long, bracing walks in the countryside, curl up in the storybook armchair and get your glow on beside the crackling log-burner fire. When thought’s turn to food, come together for an atmospheric evening meal. The immaculate, modern kitchen has all the mod-cons you could need to flex your culinary muscles.

Then climb the staircase to discover two serene bedrooms. The main suite offers magnificent views over the patchwork fields beyond – best enjoyed from your king-sized bed with tea and toast, we think.

Home truths:
*One medium-sized dog is welcome for an additional £20 fee
*An initial basket of logs is provided for the fire, so you can get that cosy glow straightaway
*This home is located within the grounds of the host’s property
*The second bedroom offers great flexibility, with a full-size single bed suitable for an adult, and an extra trundle bed suitable to sleep a child – just let your host know your requirements upon booking
*There is an open, cobbled courtyard to the front of the cottage with a table and chairs for alfresco drinks
*There is ample private parking for two cars outside
*There are stairs inside this home which may be unsuitable for guests with limited mobility
*A bathroom essential kit is provided to help settle you in