Guests say
Carr House is highly praised for its ample space, comfortable furnishings, and excellent outdoor facilities including a hot tub and BBQ hut. The property's location is appreciated for its tranquility and proximity to local attractions. Guests have enjoyed the welcoming touches and the helpfulness of the hosts, making it a favoured choice for family and group gatherings.
Most guests found the property spotless and well-maintained, contributing to a comfortable stay. However, a few mentioned issues with cleanliness, such as dust and dead flies, which slightly impacted the overall impression.
The property's location is consistently described as quiet and convenient, with easy access to local pubs, farms, and attractions like Blackpool. The scenic views and peaceful surroundings contribute to a positive experience.
Guests frequently mention the comfortable beds, spacious rooms, and cosy atmosphere of Carr House. The property seems to cater well to both adults and children, offering a home-from-home experience.
The facilities, including the hot tub, BBQ hut, and games room, are highlights for many visitors. Some guests noted areas for improvement, such as shower upgrades and games room maintenance, but overall, the amenities are well-received.
The hosts are commended for their thoughtfulness, with mentions of welcome gifts and helpful assistance. While such gestures are appreciated, it is noted that these are not guaranteed and may vary with each stay.
About this property
Carr House is a stunning detached farmhouse located on Carr House Farm in the little village of Clayton Le Dale, just 2 miles from the delightful village of Ribchester. A heart-warming, homely farmhouse with extensive hallways, opulent bedrooms complete with luxurious en-suite bathrooms and a fabulous conservatory with a big wooden dining table and comfy seating. This stunning property sleeps up to 12 people in 6 bright and airy bedrooms with all the comfort you need to bring family and friends together explore the surrounding Lancashire area. The conservatory offers spectacular panoramic vistas of the Ribble Valley countryside, which is an area of outstanding natural beauty, and includes a fine dining area, whilst the open-plan living area features deluxe, contemporary furnishings and handy appliances to suit your modern-day living requirements.
Outside boasts an impressive garden with verdant lawn, delightful summer house and games room. The luxurious BBQ hut will seat up to 15 guests comfortably, and can be used in all weathers for BBQs or as a fire pit. Why not get the family together and enjoy a meal alfresco style? Views can be enjoyed from every direction, across the open countryside, yet is situated with easy transport links into the heart of Lancashire and beyond, with easy access to the Lake District and beyond. Take the fun indoors with some games in the summer house or pop open some bubbly and have a nice long soak in the hot tub after a day walking around the shops or countryside.
The small village of Clayton Le Dale is located in the heart of Lancashire and offers a unique destination for arts, culture and heritage, amongst rambling country moorland. Just a 30-minute drive away is the majestic Pendle Hill welcoming walkers and countryside enthusiasts to explore its ancient history and old legend myths. This property is ideally located on the edge of the Ribble Valley, and close to the Forest of Bowland. There is easy access to all that the Ribble Valley has to offer, including award winning restaurants, including Northcote Manor, a Michelin star restaurant. Closer to home in the village, however, is Samlesbury Hall, a historic site well worth a visit to see the delightfully restored 14th century architecture and beautiful grounds.
Clayton-le-Dale is a village and civil parish situated on the A59 road near Blackburn, in Lancashire. For things to do in the local area there is Wood-Sage Outdoor Education Centre offering a wide range of tailor made programmes & activities to schools, youth organisations, families and corporate groups. It is situated in East Lancashire, just a short drive from the towns and cities of Lancashire, West Yorkshire, Manchester and Liverpool. There is also Samlesbury Hall and Strydd Gardens in the local area offering architecture, grounds, plant nurseries and tea rooms. If you love walking and cycling there is the Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with open moorland, dry stone walls and farms and villages, all waiting to be explored! Clayton-le-Dale sits on the outskirts of the town of Blackburn featuring many shops, restaurants and cafes to make your way around.
Accommodation
Downstairs: bedroom with en suite set up as double - two singles on request.
Upstairs: front bedroom with en suite set up as a double - singles on request, back bedroom next to bathroom - fixed double, back bedroom next to shower room set up as two singles - double on request, family room set up as three singles - double and single on request, small bedroom - one single (2 foot 6).
1 shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Bathroom with basin, WC and shower over bath.
Open-plan living area with kitchen, dining and sitting area with wood burning stove.
Conservatory.
Games room.
Summer house & Hot tub.
BBQ hut which uses charcoal, can be used all year round.
Central heating with woodburning stoves starter pack incl in rent.
Electric range oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer (outside), dishwasher, washing machine, highchair, TV with Sky/Freeview, WiFi.
Pool table.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Ample off-road parking.
Enclosed garden with furniture, summer house with power points, lawns, patio and games room.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub 10 mins walk.
Highchair available in house.
Cot provided but please bring own bedding.
Note: Property is on a working farm - The garden area can be made enclosed by closing the main entrance gate, allowing peace of mind for children playing outside.
Please note should you require the beds set up differently to 3 doubles and 6 singles please contact the office as soon as possible (about 3 weeks prior to arrival) so it may be communicated to the cleaning team, thank you.
Nearby points of interest
- Whalley Abbey
- Clitheroe Castle and Museum
- Forest of Bowland
- Worden Park
- Jumbles Country Park
Reviews (75)
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Hilary
It was a special family weekend and the house was just what we wanted. We just wish we had stayed longer to make more use of the facilities. Our only suggestion is that we would have liked more ordianry glasses for water - there were lots of wine glasses and some pint beer galsses but a few smaller water glasses would have been good.
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Moin
Happy with the property. Very nice and good views around it. We all know there's always space for improvement. I would recommend the owner to top some picture of the BBQ hub as it's a wonderful place to cook and sit and eat and also games room which will attract more visitors. Please put a roof over the hot tub because it woud save people in rainy days and they can enjoy more. Owner lives next to the property so very handy. Overall it at was brilliant.
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Russell
Beds were comfortable. Games room was poor, dart board hanging off and only 2 darts. Pool table had broken cues. House was let down by poor cleanliness, dust and dead flies. Kitchen was filthy with the cooker covered in baked on grease, and I got a negative response from owner, whose response was, what do you want me to do. He then brought us cleaning products to clean it ourselves. I complained to Sykes, they did nothing, stating that the owner had responded quickly. Brilliant, responded but didn't resolve, emails to them were also ignored.