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The Old Hat Factory is a one-bedroom detached cottage in Quernmore, Lancashire, sitting on a working dairy farm just 4 miles from Lancaster. Originally a hat factory and lovingly renovated by its owners, it sleeps two and is perfectly set up for couples or parents visiting Lancaster University students. Spectacular views of the Lakeland Hills surround the property on every side.
The Quernmore Valley stretches out below you. The Forest of Bowland is on your doorstep and the Lake District is within easy reach. A beach is just 6. 5 miles away and Morecambe Bay is 8 miles out. The nearest shop and pub are 2. 5 miles away.
Inside you get an open-plan ground floor with a woodburner, 28-inch Freeview TV and a fully equipped kitchen.
The Old Hat Factory is a one-bedroom detached cottage in Quernmore, Lancashire, sitting on a working dairy farm just 4 miles from Lancaster. Originally a hat factory and lovingly renovated by its owners, it sleeps two and is perfectly set up for couples or parents visiting Lancaster University students. Spectacular views of the Lakeland Hills surround the property on every side.
The Quernmore Valley stretches out below you. The Forest of Bowland is on your doorstep and the Lake District is within easy reach. A beach is just 6.5 miles away and Morecambe Bay is 8 miles out. The nearest shop and pub are 2.5 miles away.
Inside you get an open-plan ground floor with a woodburner, 28-inch Freeview TV and a fully equipped kitchen. Upstairs the super king bedroom features a freestanding roll-top bath in front of a Juliet balcony. There is also a separate shower cubicle and toilet.
Lancaster Castle is 4 miles away. Williamson Park is 3 miles. Clougha Pike walk starts just 1 mile away. Blackpool Pleasure Beach and Blackpool Tower are 35 miles out.
The Old Hat Factory suits couples wanting real privacy. The private hot tub with valley views seals the deal. Book it.
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Soak in the private hot tub while looking out over the Quernmore Valley and the Lakeland Hills. Stunning at any time of year.
The super king bedroom has a freestanding roll-top bath placed directly in front of a Juliet balcony. A genuinely special feature.
The open-plan living space has a woodburner with initial fuel included. Perfect for cosy evenings in after a day out exploring.
Set on a working dairy farm with views of the Lakeland Hills from every side. Rural and private with no neighbours in sight.
Lancaster city centre with its castle, shops, restaurants and bars is only 4 miles away. Easy to get to without losing the rural feel.
The Old Hat Factory has won Customers' Choice awards every year from 2019 through to 2026. Guests keep coming back for good reason.
Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat
The Old Hat Factory is in Quernmore, Lancashire, about 4 miles from Lancaster city centre. Head out on the Quernmore Road from Lancaster and follow signs into the village. Private on-site parking for two cars is available on arrival.
Lancaster railway station is the closest mainline station, around 4 miles from the property. From there a taxi or local bus will get you to Quernmore in under 15 minutes.
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Postcode: LA2 0HH
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Postcode: LA1 1PP
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Postcode: LA1 1EW
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