The Shippon sleeps 4/5 people. The ground floor is open plan, the lounge is seperated from the kitchen area by the original stone boskin complete with chains. Comfortably furnished with quality pine furniture, freeview tv with dvd/vcr and comfortable suite. The kitchen is fully fitted with electric cooker, fridge/freezer, microwave, washing machine and all necessary utensils and equipment. Upstairs there are two bedrooms. One is a double bedroom with zip & link beds so you have the choice of two single or one kingsized bed. Please state your choice in the 'Special Requirements' section. We also have a fold up bed and a travel cot is available if required. The second bedroom has twin beds, (these cannot be joined together!). All rooms are comfortably and tastefully decorated. The bathroom contains bath, seperate shower unit, wash basin & wc. The rear of the cottage opens onto a cobbled courtyard with patio furniture and safe, off road parking. Discover our award-winning accommodation: four charming and cosy country cottages, including one specially designed with full accessibility for disabled guests.
Tucked away on a peaceful rural lane, our cottages offer complete tranquillity. Just a short stroll brings you to the Leeds–Liverpool Canal, perfect for leisurely walks, peaceful fishing, and visiting the many welcoming country inns along the route. The renowned Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust at Martin Mere is only two miles away, while the elegant seaside resort of Southport can be reached in just 10 minutes. Conveniently located only seven miles from Junction 27 of the M6, all of the North West’s most popular destinations are within easy reach.
Originally farm buildings dating back over a century, the cottages have been tastefully and professionally converted to provide modern, comfortable, easy-care accommodation while preserving their traditional character and original features.
The Dairy, The Shippon and The Granary are arranged around an enclosed cobbled courtyard. Each cottage varies in size and offers its own distinctive charm and individual style. With full central heating, they are ideal for short breaks or longer stays at any time of year. Our newest cottage, The Stable, is fully accessible for disabled guests, featuring a specially adapted en-suite wet room and its own private driveway.
All cottages are equipped with Smart TVs and high-speed Wi-Fi throughout. The fitted kitchens include an electric cooker, washing machine, fridge-freezer, microwave, and all essential utensils and equipment. Each cottage also boasts a private patio area with table and chairs for al fresco dining, along with shared access to a spacious garden and children’s play area.
Electricity, bed linen, and towels are provided at no additional cost. A travel cot, high chair, and safety gate are available on request. Please note that we are a non-smoking establishment and do not accept pets.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
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Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Burscough
Located in Ormskirk, this cottage is next to a golf course. British Lawnmower Museum and Little Theatre Southport are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Knowsley Safari Park and Botanic Gardens. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Anfield Stadium or Centenary Sports Ground. Windsurfing and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.
WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre - 8 min drive - 4.3 km
Edge Hill University - 10 min drive - 6.0 km
Rufford Old Hall - 11 min drive - 9.9 km
Royal Birkdale Golf Club - 18 min drive - 14.4 km
Southport Pier - 19 min drive - 14.8 km
Getting around
New Lane Station - 3 min drive
Liverpool (LPL-John Lennon) - 48 min drive
Restaurants
The Hop Vine - 5 min drive
Caffè Nero - 5 min drive
Farmers Club - 8 min drive
Booths - 6 min drive
Ship Inn Burscough - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Cottage-Private Bathroom-The Shippon pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Cottage-Private Bathroom-The Shippon?
As of 10 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cottage-Private Bathroom-The Shippon on 31 May 2026 start from NZ$218, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Cottage-Private Bathroom-The Shippon?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Cottage-Private Bathroom-The Shippon?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cottage-Private Bathroom-The Shippon?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Cottage-Private Bathroom-The Shippon located?
Situated in Ormskirk, this golf cottage is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre and within 6 miles (10 km) of Edge Hill University and Rufford Old Hall. Botanic Gardens and Beacon Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Having stayed at Martin lane farm for a number of years now, it was great as per normal.
Always stay here for the Airshow weekend. Close to the train station with plenty of pubs near by for food.
Chris
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
jacky
25 July 2023
Great place
Three night short break
jacky
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
hilary
30 September 2025
Fabulous quiet location
Lovely well equipped cottage, in a very quiet area. We went with friends who stayed in one of the other cottages. Close to the town of Ormskirk so everything nearby that you need.
hilary
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Amanda
25 July 2023
A lovely break in a peaceful location
We enjoyed the cottage facilities and our walks along the canal.
Amanda
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Ray
25 July 2023
Annual visit.
We find this an ideal location to stay when visiting family in the area.
This is our 7th stay at the farm cottages.
Ray
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Julie
25 July 2023
A great base for visiting the area
We were there for 4 days visiting Liverpool, the coast and some National Trust properties. The cottage was very warm, comfortable and a great position to get to everything.
Julie
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Colin
25 July 2023
Short Break
2nd time here grandchildren love it well equipped cottages lovely hosts will be back next year
Colin
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Christopher
25 July 2023
Peaceful and friendly
We stayed here last year and couldn’t fault it so we decided to stay here again.
Christopher
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Natasha
25 July 2023
Lovely stay in cosy cottages in rural location.
Comfortable, well equipped cottage. Electric car charging available on site. Great location!
Natasha
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kirsty
25 July 2023
Very comfortable as always
Lovely cottage, well equipped,very comfortable, stayed there several times over the years
Kirsty
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Laura
25 July 2023
Clean and comfortable
3 night stay for a wedding. Clean and comfortable accommodation.
Laura
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Christopher
25 July 2023
Lovely country farm location grouped with other cottages around farmyard in quiet fields
Relaxing, friendly, welcoming atmosphere with parking, perfect for meeting up with my long lost cousin and her fiance.
Christopher
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2023
Thank you for your kind review. I have looked into the duvet size and it is a standard super king size duvet to match the bed, I will see if there are any other larger options next time we are buying more. Thanks Phil
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Paul
27 July 2024
Great little place for short weekend break.
Worked well for attending local family wedding. Great base for Southport/ north west lancs. Well equipped for four visitors.
We have stayed at the cottages quite a few times, the first time being about 11years ago and each year for the past 6 years so always been happy.
It’s a central location for doing sightseeing in the SW Lancashire area
Ray
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Barbara
25 July 2023
Short break
Wanted quiet location not too far away for long weekend break. This filled the bill and was better than expected.
Barbara
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Stella
25 July 2023
Nice country atmosphere
We enjoyed our stay very much. The owners could not have been any more helpful. It was almost as if we were "family"
Stella
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Anne
25 July 2023
Lovely weekend break.
Peaceful. Clean cottage which was well equipped, with lovely super king bed. Phil the owner greeted us on arrival and had a lovely chat with him when we left.
Anne
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2023
Thank you for your kind review! it was lovely to meet you both :)
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Terence
25 July 2023
Smashing place
Real country living
Terence
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Carol
25 July 2023
Very nice cottage
Nice short break in the this lovely well equipped cottage. Sue, the owner was very friendly and helpful. Its location was good for us as we had booked a day at Haydock Races. The Martin Mere Wildlife Centre was only 10 minutes away and is a fabulous place to visit.
Carol
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Ryan
25 July 2023
We had an absolutely wonderful time with no complaints.
The cottage was the perfect size for 2 people and had all the facilities needed to easily cook and live day-to-day for a week-long stay.
The location was very scenic and peaceful - the walk by the canal to the Farmer's Arms was a particular highlight.
The house was really well resourced and made it easy to settle in of an evening.
Clean and well-equipped house with beautiful gardens
Phil and Sue were extremely friendly and great hosts. The location of the property is in the middle of the countryside and close to the canal. If you want to get away from it all then this is the place to come.
Lovely spot, great garden with a swing, trampoline and other items to entertain kids. Right beside a lovely working canal, close to town with lovely pubs and restaurants. Highly recommend. Thumbs up 👍
John M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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