Guests say
Guests have enjoyed the Homewood Pod's cosy atmosphere, hot tub, and the privacy it offers. The surrounding woods provide a tranquil setting, and the pod is well-located for exploring local attractions. While some guests mentioned minor issues with cleanliness and comfort, the overall experience is highly regarded, with particular praise for the pod's charm and the thoughtful touches provided.
The pod is generally appreciated for its cleanliness, though a few guests noted cobwebs and dust. These instances seem to be exceptions rather than the rule, suggesting a high standard of cleanliness with room for improvement in attention to detail.
The location is frequently praised for its privacy, natural surroundings, and proximity to local amenities and attractions. The peaceful setting in the woods and the nearby ice cream place are highlights, contributing to a positive perception of the location.
Comfort receives mixed reviews. While the pod is described as cosy and the underfloor heating is appreciated, several guests have suggested that the mattress and sofa bed could be more comfortable. The pod's charm seems to mitigate these concerns to some extent.
The facilities, including the hot tub and kitchen, are generally well-received. However, guests have mentioned the need for maintenance, such as replacing the frying pan and addressing minor wear and tear. The presence of a welcome pack and good cooking facilities are noted positively.
The provision of a welcome pack and additional directions are seen as thoughtful gestures. Guests have mentioned a bottle of wine in the fridge, which is a nice touch, although it should be noted that such gifts are subject to change and not guaranteed.
About this property
Garstang 3.5 miles. Homewood Pod is a charming, single-storey one-bed holiday home tucked away on the leafy outskirts of Forton, a quaint village a short drive north of Garstang in Lancashire. Designed and privately positioned away from the main house, the Pod is nestled amongst greenery and bamboo screening, with a thoughtful orientation that ensures guests aren’t overlooked, offering a true sense of seclusion and tranquillity. Set on beautiful grounds, it boasts private, off-road parking for one car, an outdoor seating area with a hot tub, and a lawn area exclusively for Pod guests, perfect for unwinding in peace. 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 area 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 Homewood 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.
One small dog accepted.
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 (20)
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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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Neil
I will say the pod and hot tub were nice and warm on arrival and the pod was nice and cosy Shower was on the edge of being hot enough but facilities were go. I know the weather can't be helped but we got marooned in the pod due to flooding outside on new years eve and I had to paddle through water above my ankles to get our stuff to the car and give my partner a piggyback to the car and the water smelled of cow poo too. I'm sure they had this problem before but there was no sign of any help for us to leave by 10am.
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Victoria
Arrive, grab the key & unwind. The welcome pack was good & gave good details of local amenities including the basic items for a drink. The hot tub was overlooked by a large house above it which wasn't too off-putting. The enormous tree & foilage covering the site attracted quite a few bugs, especially at night. Majority of the pod was clean & tidy except cobwebs around the ceiling as my partner is taller than me & got hit by them. Under the sofa bed had not been cleaned in a long time (a lot of debris, dust etc). All in all, it was a nice, comfortable stay. Thank you.