Sunset over the stone holiday cottages and salt marshes at Patty’s Barn
Cockerham, LancashireWhere the land meets the sea

A little closer
to nature.

Countryside cottages. Cosy cabins.
Somewhere to make yourself at home.

Find your stay
Slow mornings. Wide skies. Your own space.

A place to settle in, and head out

Your own corner
of the countryside.

Make time for coastal paths, woodland wanders and getting together. Our family’s corner of rural Lancashire is home to 11 self-catering cottages and two wooden cabins, just outside Lancaster.

Discover our facilities + what’s on site

Stay a little while

Cottages + cabins

Find your favourite
Warm colours, patterned textiles and a four-poster bed in Patty’s Croft
Meet our newest cottage

Patty’s Croft

Five-star cottage · sleeps 6 · 3 bedrooms

Thoughtful interiors, warm textures and a little extra comfort for your countryside stay.

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A group following a woodland path at Patty’s Barn

Follow your curiosity

A slower pace.
A little more outdoors.

Coastal pathways, woodland and open pastures.
Start exploring, right here.

Explore our nature trail
Guests enjoying table tennis together during a celebration at Patty’s Barn

Together, with room to be yourself

Stay close.
Come together.

Family catch-ups, group stays and retreats. Enjoy your own private cottage, then book a gathering space for shared meals and time together.

Gathering spaces and the catering kitchen are booked separately from accommodation. A whole-site takeover includes every cottage and both cabins.

Plan your group stay Venue hire with Land + Sea Lancaster

Working away, feeling at home

A softer landing
after the working day.

Self-catering cottages for work trips, project teams and longer assignments. Your own space to cook, settle in and switch off.

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Michelle and Rachel outside Ginger Hut at Patty’s Barn

The people behind Patty’s

Our family’s place.
Your next chapter.

We’re Michelle and Rachel. Together with our parents, Chris and Margaret, we love sharing this corner of Lancashire—from our family’s farming roots to the stays and gatherings you find here today.

A little more about us

A few words from our guests

Happy stays.
Lovely memories.

“Patty’s Croft is the most stunning cottage, we had an incredible stay with our friends.”

Gabi @ Creative JuicePatty’s CroftGoogle review

“Facilities were fabulous. We had everything that we could possibly need.”

GayanLucky Duck · August 2026Airbnb review

“Michelle was a generous host, always friendly and ready to offer ideas and recommendations.”

RobSwooping SwallowGuest testimonial

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