Haslingden 1.1 miles. Stone House is a meticulously detailed residence dating back to 1861, situated in the heart of Haslingden, Lancashire. With captivating countryside views and proximity to local shops, pubs, and restaurants, this family-friendly retreat offers ample off-road parking and welcomes four well-behaved dogs, making it perfect for gatherings of family or friends. Upon entering the property, you'll be greeted by a charming hallway with fine artwork in the walls where you can kick your shoes off as you glide through your new holiday abode. The ground floor boasts two inviting living and dining rooms, each featuring a warm woodburning stove and Smart TV, ideal for those cooler evenings spent indoors. There is a spacious kitchen and diner, fully equipped to cater to your culinary needs throughout your stay as it has a gas oven and hob. Adjacent to this, you'll find a handy utility room housing a washing machine. A convenient ground-floor cloakroom with a basin and WC completes this level. As you ascend to the first floor, you'll find four beautifully presented double bedrooms, two of which benefit from additional features; one offers a selection of books, a chair and table for peaceful moments, while another boasts an en-suite with a walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC for added convenience. A further double bedroom comes equipped with a TV for your entertainment. The first floor is also home to a stylish bathroom, complete with a roll-top bath, walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, offering a choice of bathing options for when you want to get lost in your thoughts during an irresistible soak. The second floor reveals a further double bedroom and a twin room, the latter of which features a keyboard for the musically inclined. Another bathroom with a bath, a shower over, basin and WC ensures there's no morning queue for freshening up. Outside, the enclosed front garden offers a serene space to enjoy the outdoors, complete with a patio, seating, a lush lawn and a greenhouse. This space is a dream for an evening drink whilst you beam in the sun or even dine alfresco with the whole group outdoors taking in the fresh air. A shop and a pub are both short drives away for any essentials or a meal out. Step out and discover the historic delights of Lancashire with the East Lancashire Railway - Rawtenstall Station just a stone's throw away, where you can hop on a nostalgic steam train journey dotted with idyllic scenery. Explore The Whitaker, a museum of contemporary art located in the beautiful Rossendale valley and the Haworth Art Gallery, home to an internationally significant collection of Tiffany glass. Take a stroll through the sprawling vistas of Witton Country Park in Blackburn or visit the creature comforts at Mrs Dowsons Farm Park, perfect for young guests. Discover a fusion of modern art in historic settings at the Blackburn Cathedral, and for the football fans, Manchester is close by with both Old Trafford and Etihad Stadium offering an interesting tour. The Science and Industry Museum is perfect for those interested in engineering feats, while the National Football Museum boasts a trove of sports history. A stay at Stone House offers more than just a charming retreat, but a gateway to some of Lancashire's finest attractions.

The quaintly named south Somerset village of Haselbury Plucknett, named after a hazel grove and the medieval land owners, can be found just two miles north east of Crewkerne, close to the Dorset border. The village is surrounded by an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with the River Parrett and Liberty trails offering lovely walks; Haselbury Plucknett is a great touring base with plenty to see and do within easy reach, catering for all tastes. Within a few miles, Montacute House or Yeovilton Fleet Air Arm Museum will not disappoint visitors to the area, whilst the scenic Dorset Jurassic Coast offers a splendid day out with sandy beaches at Lyme Regis, sea fishing from West Bay and even fossil hunting! Alternatively, take a memorable trip to ancient Glastonbury, the Somerset Levels or Wookey Hole. This is an attractive Somerset village offering a splendid year round holiday base.

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