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8 Long Row in Blackburn

Settled in the village of Mellor, lying in the Ribble Valley district of Lancashire, is this end-terrace cottage, 8 Long Row, offering a wonderful holiday home for two. Bring your other half to this lovely Lancashire location for a romantic break, with contemporary furnishings and style mixed in with the rustic cottage features, 8 Long Row is perfect for a pet-friendly break full of walks and outdoor adventures.

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Step inside to discover a homely sitting room to greet you, with a woodburning stove set in the traditional fireplace, a plush sofa to settle on and a TV to enjoy. Continue through the property beneath the exposed timber ceiling beams, before finding the kitchen/diner, furthering the rustic yet modern style, with a long dining table atop the stone floors and a beautiful fitted kitchen to rustle up delicious meals in. Large patio doors flood the room with light and lead onto the pretty patio area where you can relax with your canine companions on the outdoor furniture.Take the stairs to the first floor to enjoy a long soak in the freestanding, roll-top bath found in the bathroom, with a hand held shower too which can be attached to the overhead stand for a quick rinse should you prefer it. Afterwards find the attractive bedroom featuring a double bed, with plenty of storage to unpack your things and room for a cot. The property rests next to a pathway leading to open fields allowing easy access into the beautiful Lancashire countryside for morning walks. The heart of the village of Mellor is where you'll find two pubs (both canine friendly) and a village store and Post Office combined, with the award winning (and pet friendly) Spread Eagle pub lying just around the corner of the property too, ideal for those evening drinks whilst gazing over the fantastic views of the Ribble Valley following a long day outdoors. Explore the beautiful Ribble Valley beginning with a trip to Brockholes nature reserve, consisting of a wetland and woodland landscape with a unique floating visitor centre and home to rare bird species. Venture out on walks throughout the Ribble Valley with leisurely rambles along the banks of the river, to more strenuous climbs up the likes of Pendle Hill, there's something for everyone, whilst the Forest of Bowland AONB is home to enchanting forest scenery to explore too. Mountain bikers can seek thrilling trails in Gisburn Forest, the largest forest in Lancashire, with a dedicated skills loop for practicing new skills and tricks, as well as blue, red and orange grade routes, with the latter involving the 'Leap of Faith', not for the faint hearted! More fun-filled days can be enjoyed at Go Ape Rivington, while closer to home is the historic Samlesbury Hall, dating back to the 1300s, you can visit for free to look around the grand rooms before sitting down for afternoon tea in the delightful café. The property is perfectly situated for short trips further a field with Lytham St-Annes, Clitheroe and Skipton all within a 30 minutes commute. Relish a wonderful break to rural Lancashire with your loved one at 8 Long Row.

Mellor is a village resting in Lancashire just outside of Blackburn. Reasonably large for in size, Mellor is home to a Post Office, general store, excellent butcher's, and three pubs, offering all you need for a self-catered stay. It's position in the Ribble Valley provides easy access for walking and cycling, with the Forest of Bowland AONB and Pendle Hill within easy reach. The seaside town of Blackpool is less than an hour away, while the town of Preston is close by where you can catch a scenic steam train through the Yorkshire Dales.

7-Day Forecast

Make the most of your holiday by considering the weather! The 7-day weather forecast for Blackburn is detailed below.

Sat 23rd Rain and snow 13°C 1°C 29mph 22.4mm 988mb
Sun 24th Moderate rain 14°C 8°C 28mph 12.2mm 986mb
Mon 25th Light rain 9°C 6°C 25mph 1.0mm 996mb
Tue 26th Light rain 7°C 3°C 15mph 5.2mm 1,012mb
Wed 27th Light rain 6°C 3°C 5mph 0.2mm 1,017mb
Thu 28th Broken clouds 6°C 3°C 10mph 0.0mm 1,025mb
Fri 29th Overcast clouds 8°C 5°C 14mph 0.0mm 1,022mb

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