You are surrounded by the beautiful Lancashire countryside only a short ten minute drive from the M6. Forget your worries in this spacious and serene space. Enjoy the comfort and friendliness of home. Through the seasons you can enjoy the beauty of wildflowers, exquisite sunsets and open skylines. Whether you are coming for a holiday, business trip, fishing expedition, artistic venture or simply for a break from the rat race, this is a safe and cosy place to enjoy your time in Lancashire. Please check out our Guidebook which showcases the wide range of local arts, crafts, sports, horse riding, fishing, orienteering, sightseeing and other activities. History Mawdesley was created by a gift of land (ley) to Queen and Empress Mawd in the 12th century. She was a close descendant of William the Conqueror and Grandmother of Richard the Lionheart. She fought a civil war against King Stephen, which was eventually resolved by her son ascending to the throne as Henry the second, who ruled Britain and almost half of France and was the first of the Plantagenet line of kings. Amenities The televisions are Sony and come with an extensive range of entertainment services. The well-equipped kitchen and Utility Room includes amenities such as an Air Fryer, French Coffee Press, Slow Cooked Casserole maker, Refrigerator, Freezer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Toaster, Kettle, Coffee and Spice Grinder, Crockery, Pottery, Saucepans and Frying pans, Oven and Hob. Bathroom and personal care amenities include items such as Hairdryer, Toothbrush and shaver recharger, Shampoo, Conditioner, Hand Wash, Body Wash, Mouth Wash, Shaving Foam, Q-Tips, Tooth Picks, Deodorant. Examples of Laundry items are Washing Liquid, Fabric Softener, Stain Remover, bleach, Washer/Dryer and Iron. Home Office facilities include Computer Work Station, Broadband Wi-Fi, Mouse, Keyboard and basic A4 paper supplies for small amounts of printing. Safety items include Smoke Alarms, Carbon Monoxide Alarm, Fire Blanket and First Aid Kit. This is a functioning home, so please feel free to request any further conveniences you would expect to be available at home.