Rakefoot Barn

Type: Self-Catering

Family farm peacefully situated in the beautiful Forest of Bowland countryside in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, rich in wildlife. Ideally situated for walking, cycling or touring the Lakes, Dales and coast. Fishing, golf and horse-riding nearby. Explore the historic towns of Skipton, Clitheroe & Longridge or numerous pretty villages. Shop at local craft fairs, traditional factory outlets, Farmers' Markets and street stalls or the cities of Lancaster to the north, Manchester, Preston and Liverpool to the south, Leeds & York to the east.

Visit the coastal resorts of Southport, Blackpool or Morecambe or spend the day in the Lakes. Being only 9 miles to jct 31A of the M6 gives easy access to the M55 & M65.

A warm welcome for holiday or business guests, refreshments on arrival. Bed & breakfast or self-catering in the 17thC farmhouse and traditional stone barn conversion. Panoramic views, woodburning stoves, exposed beams and stonework with the comforts of modern day living.

Most bedrooms en suite, some ground floor. Excellent home-cooked meals service using local produce where possible and pub/restaurants nearby. Games room. Garden .Patios. Laundry. Past winner of NWTB Silver Award for Self-Catering Holiday of the Year.

Grading

Key to Quality Gradings

• 3-4 Visit Britain Stars

Accommodation Information

Number of Rooms/Units:

4

* As a guide, prices are per room per night for hotels, guest houses, B&Bs and serviced apartments and per week for self-catering accommodation.

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

Road Directions

From M6 jct 31A - Leave M6 at jct 31A to Longridge and then B6244 to Chipping. Turn right at the T-junction to Chaigley and Whitewell. Rakefoot is 2.5 miles on the right or B6243 from Clitheroe. Follow Chaigley sign, 0.25 miles past Craven Heifer, bare left, then first farm on left.

Public Transport Directions

Nearest station is Clitheroe - 6 miles away. Nearest railway station is Clitheroe (6 miles). Nearest bus stop on Longridge to Chipping route is 2.5 miles. Collection may be possible by prior arrangement.

 Facilities

• Daily Servicing of Unit
• En-Suite Rooms
• Lounge
• Protect & Encourage Local Flora & Fauna
• Recycling Policy - Garden Waste
• Recycling Policy - Paper
• Use and Promote Local Produce

Provider Preferences

• In countryside

Children & Infants

• Baby Sitting/Listening
• Cots Provided
• Accept Children All Ages
• Facilities for children

Parking & Transport

• Car Parking
• On site parking

Leisure Facilities

• Access to golf course
• Arrangements for riding/pony trekking
• Cycle hire
• Fishing

Payment Methods

• Daily Rates Available
• Midweek breaks
• Solo accepted
• Weekend breaks

Room / Unit Features

• Fridge
• Central Heating
• Colour TV
• Dishwasher
• Drying Facilities
• Freezer
• Hairdryer
• Microwave
• Modem Point
• Radio
• Real log/coal fires
• Video
• Barbecue
• Ground Floor Rooms Available
• Units available with real log/coal fires

Establishment Features

• Central Heating Throughout
• Garden/patio for guests' use
• Linen provided
• Public telephone
• Real Log Fires

Specialist Features

• Special provisions for cyclists
• Special provisions for walkers