Mallard Lodge

Carnforth sits in rural Westmorland and Furness, backed by the fells and surrounded by countryside where red squirrels, herons and mallards move through the landscape. Mallard Lodge occupies its own corner of this setting—a ground-floor lodge within 7 acres of private grounds that slope toward views across the surrounding hills. One dog is welcome here, though it must stay on a lead in sheep country.

The layout is compact and practical: three bedrooms (a kingsize, a zip-and-link double, and bunk beds) share one bathroom. The open-plan living space has an electric woodburner and French doors onto decking; the kitchen is equipped for proper cooking, with an induction hob, oven and dishwasher. You'll find Wi-Fi, bed linen and towels included, along with heating via air-source heat pump. The real luxury is outside—a private six-person hot tub on the patio, decking with garden furniture, and access to the wider grounds with their barbecue, woodland, small stream and wildlife pond. A shared children's play area sits elsewhere on the site. Parking for two cars is on-site.

The property suits families or groups of six wanting breathing room and a countryside base. From here you're positioned for exploring the Lake District and the coast beyond; Homelee Lakeland Lodge nearby marks the locality. No smoking inside.