Guests say
Belmont is a spacious, well-equipped and peaceful holiday cottage in Preston, highly praised for its cleanliness, comfort, and secure garden—ideal for families and dogs. Guests appreciate the bright living areas, excellent kitchen, and thoughtful touches. The location offers easy access to Southport, Blackpool, and local amenities, with scenic walks and a charming miniature railway nearby. While a few furnishings are noted as slightly worn and there was a minor issue with the lawnmower, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, with many guests returning for repeat stays.
Multiple reviews highlight the property as very clean, spotless, and well-maintained, with no significant complaints about cleanliness.
Guests consistently praise the peaceful setting, proximity to local shops, takeaways, and attractions like Southport and Blackpool, as well as pleasant walks by the river.
The cottage is described as spacious, comfortable, warm, and relaxing, with secure gardens and ample space for both guests and pets.
The property is well-equipped with a modern kitchen, games, books, and entertainment options. Some minor comments mention tired furnishings and a lawnmower issue, but overall facilities are highly rated.
Several guests mention welcome gifts and treats, which are appreciated, though these are not guaranteed for every stay. The owners are described as friendly and accommodating.
About this property
This detached bungalow is just 10 miles from the bustling resort of Southport, with its beach, amusements, pubs and restaurants.. 1 step to entrance.
All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, Sofa Bed (Double) (Flexible Sleeping Only), Patio Doors Leading To Garden
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Breakfast Bar, Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: ¾ Double (4ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet.
Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Doggy extras. Enclosed lawned garden with patio, garden furniture and barbecue. Private parking for 2 cars; additional on road parking. No smoking.. Belmont is a wonderful detached bungalow that can be found in the small village of Hesketh Bank, just 20 minutes from the Victorian seaside resort of Southport. Bright, airy, spacious and newly renovated in 2020, it’s a wonderful base for couples and families, and their four legged friends. Hesketh Bank itself is home to ample local amenities including a high end supermarket, farm shop and takeaway. In the neighbouring village of Tarleton you’ll also find a café and a couple of pubs serving good food.
An area popular with bird watchers and nature lovers, the Ribble Estuary Natural Nature Reserve is 5,000 acres of salt marsh and is less than 3 miles away. It’s home to an impressive range of wildlife, with more than a quarter of a million migrating water birds feeding in and around the estuary. There’s also Hesketh Out Marsh, Marshside and Martin Mere Nature Reserve all easily accessible.
For lovers of the great outdoors, a network of footpaths and dedicated cycle routes radiate from the area, and in Southport you can pick up the Trans Pennine Trail. The popular seaside town of Southport has lots to offer, including 22 miles of coastline and the second longest pleasure pier in the British Isles. There are shops, bars and mouth-watering restaurants, together with traditional seaside amusements, a cinema and an indoor water park. The train station in Southport provides easy access to both Liverpool and Chester for anyone craving the bright lights and culture of a big city.
Other places of interest nearby include the National Trust’s Rufford Old Hall (10 mins) and the National Trust’s Formby, a glorious beach with dramatic sand dunes, surrounded by sweeping coastal pinewoods (40 mins). Slightly further afield, the Ribble Valley and city of Lancaster can both be reached in about an hour, and just a little bit further again is the southern Lake District National Park or the Forest of Bowland (an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty). Whatever you are looking for, this holiday home makes a wonderful base at any time of year. Beach 10 miles. Shop ½ mile, pub and restaurant 2 miles.
Free WiFi
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Worden Park
- Southport Pleasureland
Reviews (27)
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Elaine Oram
100% the best property we've had so far, and we've been using Cottages for many years. Quiet, spacious, clean, comfortable, everything you could need is provided. Great location with Southport a 20 minute drive. We loved it, and so did our dog Ella. The weather was gorgeous, and an added surprise bonus was the miniature steam train at the bottom of the garden 😀. Happy to highly recommend this property, especially if you like peace and quiet.
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Confirmed Guest
We enjoyed a lovely stay at Belmont; it was comfortable and well-equipped. We will definitely be returning.
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Confirmed Guest
Had a great time again. Lovely place !!