Guests say
The Boot Room in Cumbria & The Lake District receives high praise for its cosy charm, spaciousness, and well-kept gardens. Guests appreciate the fully equipped property, comfortable bedrooms, and ample parking. The inclusion of a sauna and table tennis table adds to the appeal, although some guests suggest minor improvements. The hosts are commended for their welcoming nature and thoughtful touches, such as homemade biscuits and fresh flowers.
Guests consistently mention the property's cleanliness, describing it as 'spotlessly clean', 'extremely clean', and 'well maintained'. The high level of cleanliness contributes significantly to the overall positive experience.
The property's location is frequently highlighted as beautiful and peaceful, with scenic walks and views. Its proximity to local amenities and attractions in the Ribble Valley enhances its appeal, although one review mentioned difficulty with mobile signal in the area.
The comfort of The Boot Room is well-regarded, with guests finding the beds comfortable and the property warm. However, some guests noted that the sofas and one of the beds were worn or uneven, which slightly detracted from the overall comfort.
Facilities such as the sauna, steam room, and well-equipped kitchen are praised, but there are mentions of worn sofas and a need for a new kettle. The property's maintenance is generally good, though some guests suggest that certain items could be updated.
The hosts' thoughtfulness is evident in the numerous mentions of welcome gifts like homemade scones, biscuits, and fresh flowers. While these gestures are highly appreciated, it's important to note that such personal touches, though common, are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Set near Ribchester, in Lancashire, is this delightful stone-built charismatic and sympathetically converted barn and shippon, The Boot Room. The Boot Room offers high quality standards surrounded by gardens and woodlands with amazing views. Attached to the main property, The Boot Room is either the idyllic retreat for couples who want a romantic getaway, enjoying the countryside walking, cycling or just pottering down the lanes. Be welcomed into a convenient boot room where you can leave your muddy boots, prams and bikes, before stepping into this delightful dwelling. The ground floor benefits from a timber sauna (the use of the Sauna is at an extra cost of £50) and a modern shower room for hosing yourself down after a long day trudging through the mud.
The property has kept most of its original stone walls and flooring, making for a quirky and cosy sitting room, kitted out with plenty of comfortable furniture where you can look forward to unwinding. Tune into the provided TV for accessing your favourite shows, and put your feet up whilst the open fire keeps the room nice and toasty. Walk through to the galley kitchen which comes with a range of appliances on-hand for rustling up some delicious meals. Walking from the boot room takes you through the lovely characterful hallway to a large family table, great for family gatherings. Choose from two well-presented bedrooms, a king size double and a further double, both of which come with plenty of furniture for storing your personal belongings.
There is also an extra single bed suitable for children which can be used on request. The first floor also has a family bathroom with the choice of an elegant bath and walk-in shower so you can decide how best to prepare for your day. Discover a courtyard area with suitable seating and dining table where you can sit out in the afternoon sun to unwind or even dine alfresco. Located a mile from the picturesque village of Ribchester, itself a well-known ancient Roman landmark, alongside it’s scenic countryside delicious foodie centre boasting Michelin starred restaurants. In the Ribble Valley, it is at the official centre of the kingdom and is infused in history.
It is less than a mile to Stydd Gardens for a nice afternoon in the Wine Shed or even dining alfresco. On the other hand, if you are looking for an energizing week away, you can enjoy the mountain biking route or the Gisburn forest trails. There are plenty of opportunities to take advantage of walking in the spectacular countryside with this being the nation’s eleventh largest Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty which is favoured by the royals. It is close to Stonyhurst College also which can be useful in the area. Visitors are welcome to join the Longridge Golf Club for an afternoon exploring the 18-hole course.
The property rests close to the River Ribble where you can enjoy a spot of fishing or sailing, whilst further afield are the cities of Preston, Blackpool, Manchester and Liverpool, all within an hour away and boasting a wealth of tourist attractions. Further afield and for something different you can take a trip to The Yorkshire Dales or The Lake District for a good day out. The Boot Room is the ultimate location for friends and families to relax and unwind or to have a great adventure at any time of the year.
Ribchester is a village and civil parish resting in the Ribble Valley district of Lancashire. Home to a wide-range of tourist attractions and plenty of pubs, restaurants, independent shops and supermarkets for your amenities. Settled on the fringes of the Forest of Bowland aonb for all manner of countryside sites, that are well-worth the visit.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x beautiful king-size double, 1 x double.
Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Ground-floor shower room with large steam shower, basin and WC.
Galley kitchen.
Dining area.
Sitting room with open fire.
Boot room/utility with electric drying airer and Belfast sink.
Cosy up in the well kept timber sauna..
Oil underfloor heating with open fire.
Electric oven and halogen hob, fridge with freezer compartment, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine, coffee machine.
TV with Freeview, DVD player, ipod docking station, radio, a selection of books, games and DVDs and WiFi.
Timber sauna.
Fuel, power and starter pack for fire included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Bike storage.
Travel cot, highchair and small children's bed available on request.
Ample secure off-road parking.
Secure courtyard area with furniture.
One well-behaved pet welcome (downstairs only).
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 1 mile.
Note; The property is down as a sleeping 4, however can sleep an extra child in the children's bed or travel cot if required, please do request this at time of booking.
Note: The use of the Sauna is at an extra cost of £80 please call to have this added to your booking if required.
There is a supplement of £50 for a second pet.
Nearby points of interest
- Whalley Abbey
- Clitheroe Castle and Museum
- Forest of Bowland
- Worden Park
Reviews (39)
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Suzanne
Such a beautiful place, very relaxing, and very comfortable, the photos online looked fab but once you are there is when you really appreciate just how beautiful it is! The place itself was very easy to find, just popped the postcode into Google Maps and drove straight there! Plenty of parking space and privacy being set back from the road, and the gate made it very secure for our dog to roam. Had a very warm welcome from the manager Caroline along with a lovely welcome card and the most amazing flapjack! (and not forgetting the crisps to which I became a fan of and soon found out you can purchase from the local Booths!). The Boot Room is attached to the owners main property which overlooks the courtyard area however they had blinds which remained closed throughout our stay to give privacy and wasn't an issue. Lots of places not too far away to drive out to and nearest main supermarket (Sainsbury's) less than 10 minutes drive away in Longridge, where there is also Aldi and Booth's. So much thought has gone into The Boot Room, everything is very clean, well presented, very comfortable beds, and well stocked with all that you may need for your stay. Thank You to the owners Janet & John for sharing part of their beautiful estate, I will also miss the view of their gorgeous gardens from the bigger bedroom! They were also on hand along with Caroline if we needed anything at all, but not at all intrusive. Thank You to you all for a wonderful, relaxing stay, we hope to return again in the future!
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Elaine
Comfortable and excellent for the the dog. Appreciated the hose pipe to help with the mud and the large entry room to towel her. Would prefer a wood burner rather than an open fire (more efficient in the use of logs). Would also prefer a larger kitchen but understand the limitations of the building. Better instructions/signage to find the cottage initially would be really helpful.
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Sam
The cottage is beautiful. the surrounds amazing. The private fields were a god send for our reactive dog. But the area is that quiet that walks weren't a problem. The owners were very nice and couldn't do enough to make our stay perfect. We're returning in August and can't wait.