Martin Lane Farmhouse Holiday Cottage

Our 4 star award winning accommodation comprises of 4 charming cosy country cottages one specially for the disabled. Nestling in the rich arable farmland of West Lancashire yet only 5 miles from the elegant seaside resort of Southport. Set along a quiet country lane peace & tranquillity are guaranteed. Located only 300 mtrs from the Leeds-Liverpool canal which provides course fishing and delightful walks in both directions with charming country inns providing sustinance for the needy!. The Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust at Martin Mere is just 2 miles away and we have our own 'hide' from where you can observe our resident barn owls. We are totally committed to sustainable tourism and have achieved the GTBS Silver award. Built over a century ago these former farm buildings have been tastefully and professionally converted to provide comfortable modern easy care facilities whilst still retaining many of the original features. The Dairy The Shippon & The Granary all lie around an enclosed cobbled courtyard. Ranging in size each has its own distinctive style & character. With full central heating they are available for long or short stays all year round. Our latest cottage 'The Stable' is fully accessible for disabled guests with specially adapted en-suite wet room Each cottage has flat screen TV DVD and video. The lounge areas have comfortable suites and quality furniture. The new fitted kitchens are fully equipped with electric cooker automatic washing machine fridge/freezer and microwave plus all necessary kitchen utensils and equipment. Barbeque is available on request. Electricity bed linen and towels are all provided free of charge. There is a large garden and play area for the children. Cot high chair and safety gate are all available if required. We are a no smoking establishment and do not accept pets Located in the heart of the West Lancashire countryside yet within easy reach of the M6 all the north west's popular destinations.

Each cottage has its own facilities - TV DVD games books etc. Facilities shared by all guests include the garden garden chairs bbq equipment outdoor drying garden toys and games.

Awards:

• Best Self Catering Award Lancashire & Blackpool 2011
• Highly Commended Award. Lancashire & Blackpool 2010
• Green Tourism Business Award - Silver 2010
• Shortlisted for Self Catering of the Year 2008 by The Mersey Partnership
• The Place to Stay 1992
• Award for Excellence 1989

Style:

• Traditional
• Secluded
• Rustic
• Homely
• Comfortable

Eco Policy:
We are members of the Green Tourism Scheme and were awarded a 'Silver' plaque in Jan 2010. We are totally committed to providing sustainable tourism. We have changed to low energy bulbs in most areas our 'white' goods are all A rated. We use all environmentally friendly cleaning products and recycle as much waste as possible. Rainwater is collected for watering plants washing cycles etc. Our complimentary shampoo etc is all eco-friendly and our complimentary beverages are all fair trade brands. Eggs from our fee range 'rescue' hens are available to our guests as are our home made jams and chutneys made with fruits and vegetables from our garden. The rainwater from our latest cottage runs to a large pond which has already attracted a couple of local mallards.

Number of Rooms: 0

Number of Floors: 0

Mobility Description:
Our latest cottage 'The Stable' has been converted specially with disabled guests in mind.. There is a level access to both front and rear entrances and the wider doorways allow ease of movement for wheelchair users. The kitchen cupboards are removeable to provide wheelchair access to both kitchen sink & oven. One double bedroom has en-suite wet room fully equipped with all neccessary rails grabs and a shower seat. A hoist can be hired on request. The shower room and bedroom has a panic alarm to attract the attention of both family members and the owners. The Dairy is all ground floor accommodation. There is a small step to enter the property but we have a ramp for wheelchair access it also has a 'wet room' with shower seat. The courtyard is cobbled but there is a parking space directly outside the Dairy. The Shippon and the Granary are not suitable for wheelchair users as the bathrooms are on the first floor. Our access statement is available on our website

Smoking Policy: No smoking

Children Policy: Children welcome

Check In Time: 2001-01-01 14:00:00.000

Check Out Time: 2001-01-01 10:00:00.000

Reception Closing Time: 2001-01-01 21:00:00.000

Pet Policy:

• No pets

Recreation:

• Windsurfing
• Water activities
• Walking
• Theatre
• Tennis courts - outdoor
• Squash court
• Shopping - outlet
• Shopping - boutique
• Shopping - antiques
• Shopping
• Sailing
• Nature trail
• Horse riding
• Horse racing
• Gym off-site
• Golf - miniature
• Golf - driving range
• Golf
• Garden
• Fishing
• Fine dining
• Cycling
• Boating
• Bird watching
• Animal watching

Directions:
Leave M6 at junction 27. Take A5209 to Southport/Ormskirk. Stay on this road for approx 7 miles. At the T junction with A59 turn left. After approx. 1 mile turn right onto B5242. Carry straight on for 2 miles. After Heatons Bridge pub take first right into Drummersdale Lane then first right again into Merscar Lane. At the end of Merscar Lane turn right again into Martin Lane. Go straight along over the hump backed bridge and we are approx 300 metres on the right.;