Experience the perfect blend of comfort and relaxation at this cottage. Unwind in the conservatory, or snuggle up by the stone fireplace with a wood-burning stove. With underfloor heating, a designer kitchen, and spacious bedrooms including wheelchair-accessible en-suite bathrooms.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
7 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 16
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Luxury 5 star cottage with 7 bedrooms and hot tub
GROUND FLOOR LIVING The ground floor comprises a fantastic open-plan living area with comfy sofas, a magnificent stone fireplace with a wood-burning stove, a dining table seating over 16, a superb designer kitchen with two, two door ovens, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, microwave, wine cooler, air fryer, slow cooker, and granite work surfaces. A recent addition is a fantastic conservatory / garden room. There is a cloakroom with toilet and wash basin, plus a utility area with washing machine and tumble dryer. The cottage has underfloor heating, finished with lovely, tiled floors, rugs, contemporary furnishings and decorations.
GROUND FLOOR SLEEPING To the left of the hallway are two spacious bedrooms. The first is a double bedroom with a single profilind bed. The en-suite has both a bath and level access shower. The second has a double and a single bed. The large en-suite has a wet-room style walk-in shower area, which is wheelchair and disabled friendly. It has a large washbasin that you can actually get a wheelchair under and a large, illuminated mirror that comes down to the basin, so that you can see yourself in it, whilst in a wheelchair. We have also installed stylish grab-rails by the toilet and a large fold-down seat within the shower.
FIRST FLOOR The first floor comprises a large family bedroom, containing a superking-size bed, and a single bed, with en-suite shower room. There are also 2 double bedrooms – one with an en-suite shower room and the other with an en-suite bathroom. The sleeping accommodation is completed by a spacious triple bedroom (with three single beds), with an en-suite shower room, plus there is a small single bedroom especially suitable for a child.
COTTAGE GARDEN To the rear of the cottage is a raised decked area, looking out into woodland with outdoor dining furniture and a private garden where you will see and hear the resident woodpeckers! We have recently added a hot tub which creates an ideal spot in which to enjoy the afternoon sun and sunsets. We have also added an outdoor bar area at the side of the cottage, including outdoor fridge, BBQ and Pizza oven. This offers great views across to the coast and towards the Lake District, and a huge fire-pit built into a seating area at the front.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the cottage: Internet access
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
7 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
6 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Wood stove
Entertainment
Books
Games
Stereo
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
3 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Area rug in room
Grab bar in shower
Grab bar near toilet
In-room accessibility
Tile flooring in public areas
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
3 total pets
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the area
Preston is home to this cottage. Nuffield Theatre and Lancaster City Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Forrest Hills and Lancaster Brewery. Travelling with kids? Consider The Old Grammar School Arts Centre & Gallery and Garstang Arts Centre. Visit our Preston travel guide
Is Luxury 5 star cottage with 7 bedrooms and hot tub pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).
How much is parking at Luxury 5 star cottage with 7 bedrooms and hot tub?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Luxury 5 star cottage with 7 bedrooms and hot tub?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Luxury 5 star cottage with 7 bedrooms and hot tub?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Luxury 5 star cottage with 7 bedrooms and hot tub located?
This family-friendly Preston cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of River Wyre, The Old Grammar School Arts Centre & Gallery and Garstang Arts Centre. The FIG Tree is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) away.
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Luxury 5 star cottage with 7 bedrooms and hot tub Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
We assembled an international family get together and the property was great, plenty of space to spread out.
Andy G.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
20 Dec 2025
December weekend 2025
Great Space, accessibility, warm, cosy, clean, well equipped kitchen, quality towels and bedding, personal customer service.
Fabulous for 3 families
Booked already again ! Highly recommended
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
14 Jan 2025
Fabulous property for a big group
Loved the house, plenty room & great facilities. Beautiful location with plenty of outdoor space. Spotlessly clean.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
1 Nov 2023
Enjoyed all the facilities tennis court, pizza oven and firepit.
Enjoyed all the facilities, tennis court, Pizza Oven and firepit. The lounge with log burner was a perfect place to enjoy a read and play board games.
We had a really enjoyable stay at Woodpecker Cottage.
We were celebrating a 60th birthday and 60th anniversary, there was plenty of room for all 13 family members inside the property and we enjoyed the outside space using all the facilities.
The kitchen was well stocked with everything you would need. The bedrooms/bedding/towels all lovely and clean. We would recommend a stay at this property.
Beverley R.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
1 Sept 2023
Our great time at the woodpecker
Fantastic time had by all. We loved it, our children loved it and our grandchildren loved it.
We would thoroughly recommend this holiday to others. Lots of walks , plenty for the kids to do.
First class holiday and the staff are great and helpful.
Millers x
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
30 Sept 2023
Cousins together
Had a fantasic reunion for 7 cousins and 5 partners. Woodpecker was clean, warm and great value for such an event. We will be back!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Thelma W.
28 Jul 2025
Birthday Weekend
Three generations of our family gathered to celebrate my husband’s 80th birthday. We have stayed at Woodpecker many times and always enjoyed our visits. We used a local business for buffet and birthday cake. The house is spacious and comfortable and also accessible for one of our granddaughters who is permanently in a wheelchair. The newly installed wood fired hot tub was particularly popular with the grandchildren. I would definitely recommend Woodpecker for large family gatherings.
Thelma W.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Bryony R.
11 Jan 2024
Comfortable, spacious, and well-equipped, with great host communication. Perfect!
This is a very comfortable, spacious, and well-equipped cottage, with great host communication. It was perfect for our family gathering over New Year, with one of the great assets being all the en-suite bathrooms. Lovely rural location with great walks locally and further afield. The only negative I can think of is the constant hum from the M6, which is a very minor point.
Bryony R.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
9 Mar 2025
Annual family get together
Trying to find somewhere big enough and with wet room facilities is always a challenge. Woodpecker cottage ticked all the boxes. Tha accessible bathrooms on the ground floor are perfect. The layout is great as is location. What a difference it makes when you don't have to try to find logs for the fire. Everything is there. Hopefully we can return when the weather improves. All round fabulous place with very helpful owners.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Neil F.
18 Aug 2023
The Best Property we've ever hired
This super-clean, well equipped, accessible property with fantastic views was a joy to stay in.
The owner's personal welcome visit was nice touch along with starter supplies of essential. items.
NB This property's very rural location makes driving on very narrow country lanes essential.
Neil F.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
23 Nov 2025
Amazing house for an extended family party.
Woodpecker cottage was everything we’d hoped for, for our family party. It was warm and welcoming and exactly as described. Couldn’t have been better. Will definitely book again if we’re looking for a large house for a party.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Suzanne M.
22 Jan 2023
Families weekend
We had an absolutely fantastic stay and I would highly recommend the cottage. The hosts were exceptionally kind and the guidebook and all other information provided was incredibly helpful. We had the most wonderful time!
Suzanne M.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Pat R.
21 Oct 2024
Beautiful house and view.
We LOVED our holiday at Woodpecker. Both for 2 of us for a few days peace and quiet and for 14 of us when our family arrived to celebrate a big birthday. Everything we needed was there for a fabulous time.
Already recommended to several people we know with mobility problems
Pat R.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
11 Aug 2025
Woodpecker Cottage
A brilliant, rural cottage with everything you could need for a family break.
Spacious rooms, lots of seating, lovely walks, a secure garden at the back, a tennis court for all to use, a fire pit and bbq area with an outside fridge, ample parking, the kitchen was full of everything needed, the owners had thought of everything. A washer and dryer, iron and board, hair dryers and alarm clocks in the bedroom draws.
Farm shop, supermarkets and entertainment centre was just a short drive away.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
18 Sept 2024
Dads 80th birthday
Wow - amazing property & just what we all needed as a family with parents with mobility issues. We would definitely book again. Such special memories made for our dads 80th birthday. Thank you so much
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
4 Feb 2025
65th Wedding Anniversary Celebration
The Woodpecker Cottage was absolutely perfect as the main get together event, due to its access, ground floor en-suite bedroom for my elderly parents, no steps except the conservatory, which they easily managed
We had 4 of the beautiful cottages and this accommodated all our needs
Have stayed before with a smaller group and will certainly stay again and as a family we are looking at maybe a summer month, as the surroundings and a trip to the village would be ideal on a sunny day
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
6 Jan 2023
Fantastic property. Home from home.
Thank you so much for a wonderful, magical Christmas stay that brought our extended family together for the first time ever! We loved the welcoming atmosphere - gorgeous Christmas decorations, very cosy and everything we needed.
The Aga was a new experience and your guidance helped it to be less overwhelming. In the end we mastered it and had the most amazing meals.
All rooms were comfortable and my Dad particularly liked the accessibility of his groundfloor room - one of the main reasons for choosing the property.
The stove was beautiful and we appreciated the logs that you provided to provide the cosiness that Christmas demands.
The views were amazing on the clear days and will stay with us forever.
The property had everything we needed and our one request to sort something was promptly responded to.
A home from home which was comfortable for all of us and gave us plenty of space to enjoy our Christmas together.
We would definitely recommend this property for a large group and we hope to return one day.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
30 Nov 2022
A return visit - it didn't disappoint
As a group of 6 couples, this is the third time we have stayed in this property. The facilities meet the needs of the group perfectly. The communication with the owners is excellent, as is the location, the cleanliness, condition and location. Using the AGA in the kitchen takes some getting used to, but it's not a problem. The property isn't cheap to rent, but I guess you get what you pay for.
I would certainly recommend this property. We will be back!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
23 Nov 2022
Ideal location for friends reunion.
Excellent Accommodation for a birthday gathering of friends. Everyone appreciated that their bedrooms were all en-suite, affording them privacy and ease of use. It was great to be able to gather in the conservatory around the wood burner on the autumnal evenings. Kitchen and dining facilities excellent. We were all delighted with the venue. Thanks to Beth and team for getting it ready for our arrival. The app that is available for the property was extremely easy to use providing comprehensive and useful information.
Thank you ,
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
13 Nov 2022
Family celebration
I booked 4 of the 5 Barnacre cottages and Woodpecker was the hub of all our celebrations. The large open plan kitchen/ living area/ conservatory was perfect to accommodate all 32 of my family. 4 generations gathered comfortably and the downstairs bedroom with disabled en-suite was perfect for my elderly Dad.
In addition the outside fire pit enabled us to celebrate bonfire night with a roaring fire and schmorz. The location is a little remote, but the plus side was that we didn’t disturb anybody with our noisy crew and the large field to the front of the cottage is perfect for family games.
It is a little expensive, but if you want quality and luxury then you get what you pay for.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Cheran M.
4 Nov 2022
Amazing cottage for large family
We stayed at Woodpecker cottage over October half term with our family, children and dogs. The house was fabulous with 6 out of 7 bedrooms having en suite bathrooms plus a downstairs toilet in the utility room, so there was never any queuing for the loo. The living space was big enough for 12 of us to spread out comfortably and the open plan kitchen was very well equipped. It took us a while to get the hang of the Aga, but were amazed that it seemed to keep the whole house warm..( we didn’t even need to light the wonderful log burner in the conservatory). We really enjoyed the outside space where we had a BBQ, homemade woodfired pizzas and a fire pit….all the logs were provided. On one clear night we even lay down on the picnic benches to stargaze and another night we could see a firework display as far away as Bleckpool. The owners were very helpful and provided everything we needed. I can highly recommend this beautiful place in a beautiful part of the country.
We came for a hen do and the property and location was absolutely excellent.
The settimg was beautiful and the house was so spacious Especially good for my friend who is in a wheelchair. We will most definitely come back here and stay again.
Tammy C.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
19 Sept 2022
Fabulous Cottage
From the moment we arrived until we left everything was fabulous. We were a group of 11 women and couldn't fault the cottage. Cottage really isn't a proper description because the property is huge and there was plenty of room for us all.
It was spotlessly clean and bright and airy. Beth and Terry were so helpful. Terry even towed out one of our vehicles which got stuck on a grass bank.
The only recommendations I would suggest to the owners would be a) to supply toiletries and b) an electronic insect killer. The latter because the Cottage was very warm we had to keep all the windows open and we were bombarded by flies.
These are only minor because everything else was wonderful.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
9 Sept 2022
We love this cottage. The great memories with the family here will last forever.
Everything is just right.We have been coming to Barnacre Cottages for years and it is a well kept cottage. Somewhere that we can chill. Lovely walks, lovely scenery. We could not ask for more.