The Hideaway
The Hideaway is a single-level coastal accommodation near Meols Beach with private hot tub, garden, and private parking, offering a peaceful and stylish retreat with easy access to nature and nearby towns.
Knowsley Safari Park
Knowsley Safari in Merseyside is a large safari park where visitors can drive through animal habitats including lions, giraffes, elephants, and tigers, plus explore walking trails and enjoy attractions like a railway tour and amusement rides.
Stuarts Farm - Privet Pod
A glamping pod set in a private rural location on a working farm in Lancashire, offering scenic countryside views and a peaceful setting suitable for couples or small families.
Belmont
A detached bungalow in a quiet village near Southport offering a homely and spacious setting surrounded by countryside and nature reserves, suitable for families and pets.
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2 miles from Hesketh Out Marsh
Hesketh Out Marsh is a nature reserve focused on restoring saltmarsh habitat through managed realignment, offering outdoor nature trails, wildlife viewing, and a picnic area. The reserve is accessible with wheelchair-friendly paths and parking, welcomes dogs on leads, and has no entrance fee or on-site food facilities.
Tyn Y Coed
Tyn Y Coed is a countryside cottage in North Wales near Nannerch offering a peaceful and homely retreat with scenic views, suitable for families and groups up to six guests.
West Street House
This holiday cottage located near Southport Beach offers accommodation for up to six guests with three bedrooms and two bathrooms, welcoming one small pet and providing private parking for two cars.
Near Marshside
Marshside Nature Reserve is a wetland reserve north of Southport featuring saltmarsh, pools, and estuary habitats with year-round birdwatching opportunities. It offers nature trails, a visitor centre with panoramic views, and accessible hides for wildlife observation, making it ideal for outdoor wildlife enthusiasts.
Located in Southport
Southport is a historic seaside town in Merseyside, England, known for its Victorian architecture, extensive sandy beaches, Victorian shopping streets, and as a center for leisure with events such as air shows and flower festivals.
South Lodge Cottage
A contemporary detached bungalow for two guests, set on the ground floor with direct access to lakes, streams, and canal walks, located in Lancashire countryside near towns and leisure activities.
3 miles from Camelot Theme Park
Camelot Theme Park was a former British amusement park in Lancashire themed around the legend of Camelot, offering family and thrill rides with medieval decor. It operated seasonally from 1983 to 2012 and featured live jousting shows and multiple roller coasters. The site was later used for a zombie drive-thru horror experience in 2022.
Alpaca Lodge
This rustic lodge is set in a peaceful alpaca paddock near Northwich, offering a unique countryside experience with an open-plan living space and an enclosed sitting-out area overlooking fields and a pond.
2 miles from Bluebell Cottage Gardens
This 1.5-acre RHS Partner Garden near Warrington offers a tranquil outdoor experience with diverse planting areas including a wildflower meadow, gravel garden, and an exotic garden with a pergola walk. It features accessible paths, plant sales, refreshments, and wildlife-friendly gardening practices.
Churchtown-Chase Heys Cottage
A terraced cottage on the northern edge of Southport in the village of Churchtown, offering a peaceful and homely atmosphere with countryside surroundings near the beach and golf course, suitable for small families and pet owners.
Near Meols Hall
Meols Hall is a 17th-century manor house set in extensive private parkland, featuring historic interiors, a notable art collection, and an event barn, open to the public with Historic Houses membership or paid entry.
Stonewood Country Lodge
Stonewood Country Lodge is a pet-friendly lodge nestled in the Cheshire countryside in the village of Kelsall, offering a peaceful and comfortable retreat with scenic local attractions and nature immersion.
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Childe of Hale Cottage
This detached Grade II listed thatched cottage dates back to the 15th century and offers a historic setting close to local pubs and countryside walks in a village on the Trans Pennine Trail.
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Riverview Cottage
A charming dog-friendly riverside cottage in a peaceful Cheshire village with cosy interiors, a wood-burning stove, river views, and nearby local amenities including a pub.
3 miles from Helsby
Helsby is a village in Cheshire, England, known for Helsby Hill, a prominent sandstone hill featuring ancient hillfort remains and extensive rock climbing opportunities. Managed by the National Trust, the hill offers walkers scenic views across Cheshire and beyond. The nearby former quarry is now a woodland park with notable geological features.
Waterloo Sunset
Waterloo Sunset is a cosy retreat in Crosby offering comfortable accommodation with two bedrooms and two bathrooms, close to local bars, restaurants, and the coast, suitable for couples and small families with pets, featuring an enclosed back garden and walking access to nearby attractions.
2 miles from New Strand Shopping Centre
The New Strand Shopping Centre in Bootle is a large indoor retail complex featuring 130 stores, including major tenants like TJ Hughes and Home Bargains. Opened in 1968 and expanded in the late 1990s, it offers extensive shopping with good transport connections and parking. It also includes facilities for children such as a creche.
Located in Crosby
Crosby is a coastal town in Merseyside, England, known for its beaches, Antony Gormley's art installation, and a vibrant suburban atmosphere near Liverpool.
Churchtown- Sunnyside Cottage
A cosy and homely ground floor cottage in a tranquil historic village setting near Southport with views towards the Lake District and Ribble Valley, suitable for couples or small families, including pets.
2 miles from Adventure Coast Southport
Adventure Coast Southport is an amusement park in Southport, England, featuring a variety of themed zones and rides for thrill seekers, families, and children, including traditional funhouse attractions and modern roller coasters. It operates seasonally from February to November and is known for its evolving theme areas and rides.
The Brackens Guest Accommodation
The Brackens Annexe is a quirky, detached two-storey property set in peaceful countryside near Manley with beautiful gardens, verandas, and far-reaching views, offering a private retreat ideal for couples and families.
Oakthorn House
A cosy mid-terraced house in a quiet cul-de-sac within the village of Haydock, offering two bedrooms and accommodation for up to five guests with an enclosed garden and convenient access to local sports and leisure attractions.
Cefn Y Nant Farm
This barn conversion in peaceful North Wales countryside offers a cosy and homely atmosphere with scenic views and easy access to walking and cycling trails, suitable for couples and small families.
Matty's Place
Matty's Place is a two-bedroom property located in the village of Lixwm, surrounded by countryside and near local pubs, offering a peaceful and homely stay with access to nature and local walks.
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2 miles from St Winefride's Well
St Winefride's Shrine & Well is a historic pilgrimage site featuring a late 15th-century chapel with an indoor holy spring and an outdoor healing water pool. Visitors can explore the richly decorated chapel and enjoy the site's spiritual and cultural significance along the North Wales Pilgrim's Way.
The Hen House at The Old Parsonage
This detached cottage is set in the peaceful Cheshire village of Cotebrook, surrounded by landscaped grounds and close to countryside attractions and historic castles, offering a private and homely countryside retreat in a rural village setting.
Near Abbeywood Gardens
Abbeywood Gardens offers extensive woodlands, diverse gardens, and a wildlife walk set in Cheshire, complemented by a cafe serving local food. Access is free for RHS members on select days.
Sunset Cabin
A charming and pet-friendly glamping cabin set in a peaceful countryside location with stunning views and a front garden featuring outdoor seating and a barbecue area, ideal for a quiet retreat.
May Escape
This semi-detached property in Heswall offers a base for exploring nearby cities and coastal areas with 2 bedrooms, an enclosed garden, and private parking, suitable for a family or group up to 4 guests, with amenities like Wi-Fi, laundry, cot, and highchair provided.
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Near Dee Estuary Parkgate
Dee Estuary - Parkgate is a nature reserve featuring extensive saltmarshes with diverse birdlife and scenic landscapes, ideal for wildlife observation especially at high tide. It offers outdoor experiences with parking, picnic areas, and nearby eateries, welcoming visitors free of charge year-round.
The Old Stables
A spacious, oak-beamed Grade II listed first floor apartment with wood burning stove and exposed brickwork, situated in the countryside near Chester with views over the Cheshire countryside and convenient transport links.
Coastal Oasis
This offering is a cosy and homely studio apartment located in the seaside town of Hoylake on the Wirral Peninsula, providing a peaceful private retreat with easy access to coastal and countryside attractions.
Weetwood Lodge
This cosy detached bungalow is a rural retreat in Cheshire ideal for couples and walkers, featuring flexible sleeping and a private patio with garden views.
Marstan House
This period 1930s semi-detached house in the village of Wrightington offers a comfortable family base with enclosed garden, parking, and nearby amenities including a cafe and pubs, set in a peaceful countryside location.
Bess's Cottage
Bess's Cottage is a countryside barn conversion cottage with a cosy and homely atmosphere, located on a working dairy farm in the village of Byley, Cheshire, providing a peaceful rural retreat with close access to historic towns and nature.
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The Cottage at Stanley Villa
A detached holiday cottage in a quiet location near the beach and Royal Birkdale golf course, with access to shared garden space and private on-site parking, suitable for families.
Olive
A luxury barn conversion located in the Cheshire countryside offering a peaceful and private retreat with beautiful countryside views and access to outdoor activities.
3 miles from Stonyford Cottage Gardens
Stonyford Cottage Gardens is a family-owned informal garden featuring wetland areas, a tranquil lake, and a diverse range of shade and moisture-loving plants with scenic views and woodland walks. It offers facilities like parking, refreshments, and welcomes dogs.
Hersedd Barns
Hersedd Barns is a rural barn conversion located about 5 miles from Mold, offering a peaceful and scenic retreat with rustic charm, wooden beams, oak flooring, and access to gardens and owners' fields for a country walk base experience.
The Stables
This accommodation is a restored former Cheshire stables set in a rural location with open fields and far-reaching views, offering a peaceful and stylish self-contained retreat with ensuite bedrooms and scenic countryside surroundings.
2 miles from Tatton Park
Tatton Park is a historic estate in Cheshire featuring a neoclassical mansion, extensive formal and natural gardens, a large deer park, and a working farm showcasing rare breeds. Visitors can enjoy indoor tours of the mansion, outdoor exploration of gardens and parkland, and family-friendly activities including a children's playground and various events throughout the year.
3 miles from Wet Felting Workshop: The Japanese Garden with Tour
16 Oct (next Friday)
Participants learn wet-felting techniques and create a landscape image inspired by Tatton Park’s Japanese Garden, with expert tuition and a tour of the garden.
Court House
A spacious former farmhouse set in protected woodland near coastal beaches, offering a traditional country style blend with modern comforts and a private sauna.
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The Crofts
A single-level countryside property at a working equestrian setting in Winsford, Cheshire, offering a peaceful and homely atmosphere surrounded by nature and local attractions.
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Located in Winsford
Winsford is a historic market town in Cheshire known for its salt mining heritage, scenic Winsford Flashes lakes, and landmarks such as St Chad's Church. It offers walkable town centre amenities, leisure and cultural activities, and access by train and local public transport.