BILBO, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Lancaster

Bilbo rests in Lancashire and can sleep six people in three bedrooms.

Bilbo has one double with en-suite walk in shower, one double and one twin. There's a bathroom with a freestanding bath, hand-held shower, walk-in shower, basin and WC. There’s a kitchen, equipped with an Electric oven and hob, fridge and dishwasher, alongside a living/dining room. WiFi, fuel, power, bed linen and towels are included in the rent. Outside there’s 200 acres of grounds with ponds and river, patio with furniture and ample off-road parking. Sorry, no smoking. Nearest shop and pub in 2.8 miles. Bilbo is a wonderful retreat in Lancashire.

Amenities: Oil central heating. Electric oven and hob, fridge, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, WiFi, selection of books and games. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Highchair and cot available on request. Ample off-road parking. 200 acres of grounds with ponds and river, patio with furniture. One well-behaved dog is welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 1.6 miles, pub 2.8 miles. Note: Children and pets to be supervised due to pond and river in grounds. Note: Stables for two horses are available on request, please contact the owner for further information. Note: Electrical cars can not be charged at the property. Note: Check in from 3:30pm, check-out by 10:00am

Region: Benefitting from its Georgian capital city Lancaster, popular for its tourist attractions of Lancaster Castle, Williamson Park and the wonderful Way of the Roses cycling route, Lancashire offers a range of hidden gems you won't want to miss. With Blackpoo

Town: The historic city of Lancaster sits on edge of Morecambe Bay, the sea is barely 3 miles away. Equally, Lancaster is perfect if you’re looking to explore the Lake District, Windermere is just 30 miles away.

The tidal River Lune flows through the city and St George’s Quay, with its elegant Georgian warehouses standing eave to eave on the riverfront, is considered to be the finest example of an original 18th Century port anywhere in the country.

Indeed, Lancaster retains many examples of handsome Georgian architecture and the area around the castle, particularly Castle Hill, Castle Park and Nip Hill are considered its most alluring quarter.

Lancaster’s skyline is dominated by the Ashton Memorial, made of white Portland stone and dedicated to the second wife of millionaire industrialist, Lord Ashton, it’s built in Neo-Baroque style and affords spectacular views of Morecambe bay from its hilltop location in Williamson Park, open-air concerts are held throughout the summer in the park.

Foremost among Lancaster’s clutch of museums, the Maritime Museum is the place to get to grips with Lancaster’s role in the unsavoury slave trade, behind only London, Bristol and Liverpool, Lancaster was the fourth largest city engaged in the 18th Century trade of African slaves across the Atlantic.

In addition to the Lake District, some of northern England’s greatest scenery is right on your doorstep: the Forest of Bowland, the Yorkshire Dales National Park and the Arnside & Silverdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, all easily accessible, offer the perfect opportunity to discover nature in the raw. And don’t forget, Lancaster’s location on the West Coast Mainline, means there are direct trains to all parts of the country.