For those looking for something that little bit different. A unique, craftsmen built quiet rural retreat set within a woodland wildlife garden based just outside the village of Pilling, Lancashire situated 10 miles or so from Lancaster ,Preston, Blackpool and the Fylde coast.

The Gardener’s Cottage is on the organic market garden of Growing with Nature run by Alan and Debra Schofield. A box of our organically grown seasonal produce is available complimentary to guests on arrival. A tour around the market garden is available by arrangement.

The Cottage accommodates four people with ease in one double and one twin bedroom. A new luxury bathroom has a rain shower and whirlpool bath in which to pamper yourselves during your stay with us. The Cottage stands in just under ½ acre of woodland garden complete with a gazebo which gives shade from the mid day sun and a bonfire area and barbeque for those long hazy summer nights. The garden area is rich in wildlife especially birds. After dark the bats come out to play. A barn owl and tawny owl are frequently seen just before or after dark as they hunt along the dykes and ditches of the local farmland. Gardeners Cottage is also a clear sky location with no nearby streetlights for the astronomically minded. The uninterrupted views across the fields east to the Trough of Bowland are extensive due to the low lying surrounding area and we get some spectacular sunrises and sunsets under the large sky. So if you are looking to get away from it all and stay somewhere different with access to a private garden within walking distance of the village shop and pub then the Gardeners Cottage is a must. It is in a very private location.
*Availability and bookings can be made through our website.*

There is a lot to see and do in the local area.
A trip north takes you past Cockerham and Glasson Dock to the city of Lancaster(10 miles) and its ancient castle soon to be reopened to visitors. Lancaster University is only 8 miles away.
Heading south the main A6 leads to Preston(12 Miles) and the University of Central Lancashire, UCLAN and the old docks and Fishergate shopping centre
Heading west through Poulton le Fylde, Blackpool and the Fylde coast are also only a 10 mile drive away with sandy beaches and all the fun of the fair available at the pleasure beach.
To our east lies the UK’s first fairtrade town of Garstang with riverside walks to Greenhalgh castle and the Forest of Bowland and Ingleton waterfalls are just 45 minutes away by car.
Fishing both sea and course is available locally and for bird watchers this area of Morecambe Bay between the Rivers Wyre and Lune is of significant national interest. RSPB Leighton Moss is just 40 minutes away by car. Cockersands Abbey a short drive up the coast has a lovely coastal walk at the mouth of the River Lune. The Lancaster Canal is also nearby and boats are available for daily hire at the nearby market town of Garstang. Local golf courses include Garstang ,Knott End (with its ferry crossing to Fleetwood) Forrest Hills (with a beautiful newly opened eco building and café) and Lancaster. There is even a parachute centre (The Black Knight Parachute centre) just 8 miles away towards Lancaster. Cinemas and theatres are available locally in Thornton Cleveleys Lancaster Preston and Blackpool.
For those wishing to venture further The Lake District is 45 minutes away and Kendal, Manchester Liverpool and Southport are all within an hour or so by car.

A host of locally produced fine foods are available and Alan and Debra will be happy to point you in the right direction to fulfil your needs. From Salt Marsh Lamb, Grass fed beef, the infamous Goosnargh chicken and duck, local cheeses and ice cream made on the farm to local seafoods and of course our home grown vegetables and salads. For those who prefer to eat out there are many fine eateries available throughout the locality. This area is a foodies delight.