Guests say
Guests are charmed by the quirky and cosy Lytham Hall Gate House, set in the beautiful grounds of Lytham Hall. The property's unique character and proximity to Lytham's town centre and seafront are highly appreciated. Complimentary tickets to the hall and the peacefulness of the grounds after hours add to the delightful experience.
Reviewers consistently mention the property being clean and well-presented, indicating high standards of cleanliness that contribute positively to their overall experience.
The location is praised for its proximity to Lytham town centre, the seafront, and the stunning grounds of Lytham Hall. However, some concerns about traffic speed slightly affect the perfect score.
The property is described as comfy, cosy, and well-equipped, providing a comfortable stay. A few comments about the softness of the mattress and the unique layout with separate buildings for bedroom and bathroom suggest room for improvement.
Facilities are generally well-received, with the property being well-equipped. However, some guests mention the need for minor improvements and maintenance issues, such as cooking facilities and hot water tap concerns.
Guests appreciate the thoughtful touches like complimentary tickets and welcome packs. While these gifts enhance the experience, it is politely noted that such offerings are subject to availability and not guaranteed.
About this property
Lytham Hall Gate House is a quirky, one-bedroom property set at the entrance to the Grade 1 listed Lytham Hall, Lancashire. This unique abode is set across two buildings separated by the park gate, with the living area at one side and the bedroom at the other, appealing to couples looking to stay in this delightful part of upmarket Lancashire. The kitchen is small but well-appointed, boasting an induction hob, microwave-combi oven with grill, kettle, toaster and fridge – all the essentials you need for a week away.The sitting room features plush sofas, an electric stove fire, and a Smart TV – perfect for a movie night in. Wander across to the bedroom, housing a double-size bed and en-suite bathroom with roll-top bath, hand-held shower, basin and WC. Enjoy an alfresco affair in the small garden – furnished with seating – as you admire the park surroundings. After 5pm, take a wander around the 80 acre park and enjoy the peace and tranquillity as you’ll have it all to yourself, (Management live on site in the Old Stables). Explore the town centre of historic Lytham, reachable in a short walk, where you can take in the sights of the windmill, Lytham Green, Lowther Gardens and Pavilion theatre, as well as sampling the fine local restaurants and browsing independent shops․ Fairhaven Lake is approximately 1 mile away. A couple of miles down the coast you can wander along the shoreline of the iconic beach of St Anne's, known for its miles of golden sand and stunning views of the sea. Here you will find a more traditional British seaside town with pier, shopping, and facilities such as a swimming pool. For a day out you can reach Blackpool in a short car journey, where the electrifying atmosphere of a British seaside resort awaits you. Explore the iconic Blackpool Pleasure Beach, the Pleasure Beach Arena, Sandcastle Waterpark, SEA LIFE Blackpool Aquarium, Blackpool Tower, Madame Tussauds, and the Blackpool Illuminations. Lytham Hall Gate House promises an unforgettable escape that will leave you wanting to come back for more.
The seaside towns of Lytham and St Annes-on-Sea nestle along a picturesque stretch of coastline lined with pretty parks. For many centuries, the economy of this lovely area was dependent entirely on fishing until the beginning the Industrial Revolution, which resulted in the wealthy creating an affluent area, lasting until the present day. A short stroll from the Lytham seafront brings you to leafy Clifton Street, where you’ll find charming boutiques, restaurants and independent shops. Lytham Green, a strip of grass running between the shore and the main coastal road, is a notable landmark, overlooking the River Ribble towards the Welsh Mountains, and home to the restored Windmill and Old Lytham Lifeboat House museum. Those interested in craft ales can take a tour of the Lytham Brewery, whilst walkers and twitchers will adore the rolling sandy dunes of St Annes-on-Sea and the Ribble Estuary providing a safe haven for more than 250,000 migrating birds that return each winter. The area is internationally renowned for golf with four courses to choose from, the most notable being the Royal Lytham & St Annes Golf Club, one of the host courses for the Open Championship. Traditional seaside pastimes can be enjoyed at St Annes-on-Sea with a pretty pier and charming little beach huts in an array of pastels offering visitors a unique, exciting addition for a day beside the sea. A short walk from the pier brings you to St Annes Square and Wood Street, where you'll find charming coffee shops, tea rooms, restaurants and independent shops. Lovely long strolls, sunny afternoons on the sand or fun-filled frolics in nearby Blackpool, Lytham St Annes is a charming coastal destination with plenty to offer. Boating, cycling, shopping and swimming can all also be enjoyed nearby, along with award-winning restaurants, traditional pubs and wine bars should you fancy celebrating. Whatever you want from your seaside getaway, Lytham St Annes is an ideal choice.
Accommodation
Single-storey.
One double bedroom with Smart TV and en-suite roll-top bath, hand-held shower, basin and WC.
Separate building housing a kitchen/diner and sitting room with electric log burner effect stove
Electric clay-core central heating.
Induction hob, microwave-combi oven, fridge.
2 x Smart TV, Full fibre broadband WiFi.
Fuel and power included rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 1 car.
Patio area with table and seating.
One well-behaved pet welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shops, restaurants and pubs 300 metres, beach, Lytham Green and seafront promenade 400 metres.
Lowther Pavilion Theatre ½ mile.
Note: Adults only, no babies or children.
Note: Complimentary access to Lytham Hall’s parkland in and out of hours, Lytham Hall is open to the public daily and is set in 80 acres of land holding events throughout the year so please consider this when booking.
Note: We provide our guests with a complimentary self guided tour of Lytham Hall (subject to opening hours and seasonal availability), there will be a special voucher in your welcome pack to produce at the tour entrance door.
We also have many grounds Events days year-round, which you are also welcome to enjoy for free whilst spending time with us at the Gatehouse, please call 01253 736652 for more information or see Lytham Halls website for more details.
Note: We serve delightful Afternoon Tea's within the Georgian Hall itself 5 days a week, why not make your stay extra special by pre-booking a reservation via Lytham Hall's website go to Lillibet's Afternoon Teas on our main page (Pre-booking essential as these are very popular this is an extra charge to your stay with us.)
Nearby points of interest
- Blackpool Pleasure Beach
- Blackpool Zoo
- Worden Park
- Blackpool Tower
Reviews (20)
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Steve and Sally
The lock on the bedroom side is a bit stiff and can be a bit annoying. It would be better to have two keys both opening both sides so each person can have a key to lock and unlock each side.
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Mary
It was clean, warm and different. The supply of tea, coffee, milk & biscuits was very welcome. It was really good that there was a TV in the bedroom and that we could make hot drinks in there too. The kitchen hot tap had to be run very slowly though, to get just warm water. It didn't get hot; so it would be better to have a small washing up bowl in the sink, as the metal sink cooled the lukewarm water very quickly. The back door wouldn't unlock either. We soon got used to going from one gatehouse to the other but we had to be careful crossing the drive. There is a lot of traffic going in & out of the grounds during the day and most of it goes too fast through the gates. We were surprised there were no 'Slow' signs outside or some means of warning drivers to take care, as people might be crossing the drive. Lytham Hall is beautiful and its history very interesting. It was great having complimentary tickets to look round it.
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Garry
The Gate houses are quirky as expected and are situated either side of the drive up to Lytham Hall. There are signs asking vehicles to be aware of pedestrians crossing and we didnât have any problems with this at all. The gatehouses were clean , tidy and well presented, although just a tiny bit smaller than we had expected. This was not a problem however. We enjoyed our complimentary tickets giving entry to the Hall itself as we hadnât been inside previously and it was a real treat. We cannot praise the volunteers highly enough; they were very knowledgeable , helpful, and friendly and it was a highlight of our stay. We also enjoyed the surrounding areas of Lytham and St Anneâs which are always a joy to visit. We would love to give a five star rating to our review but there was one major drawback to our stay and that was the bed. The mattress was far too soft and lumpy and Iâm sorry to report that we both had sleepless nights for the extent of our three day stay. We know that comfort is a very individual thing but I do feel that the mattress does require replacing with one of a more superior quality. It is such a shame because everything else was so nice, but this is the one thing that would prevent us returning for another stay. Iâm hoping that this positive feed back will lead to the mattress being replaced and then we can consider returning. Thank you for all the other things you provided that were of a good standard.