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The Cartford Inn

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Luxury
5.0 star property
9.4

Exceptional

Luxury retreat on the riverwalk

Riverside views stretch across fields from this luxury boutique inn. The River Lounge restaurant serves perfectly cooked dishes with warm, attentive service. Unwind with a drink at the lounge bar or stroll through the garden terrace overlooking the peaceful Wyre.

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar

Room options

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite

A neatly made bed with two pillows, a headboard with a painting above, and wall sconces on either side.

Double Room, Ensuite

  • River view
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a radiator, a window, and a view of the outdoors.

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, Ensuite

A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a bed with two black pillows, a hanging chair, and a brick wall with a painting.

Suite, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Executive Suite, Ensuite

A room with a four-poster bed, a brick wall, a poster, and a wicker chair.

Executive Suite, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Luxury Apartment, Ensuite

Egyptian cotton sheets, desk, iron/ironing board (on request)

Luxury Apartment, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Apartment, Ensuite

Egyptian cotton sheets, desk, iron/ironing board (on request)

Deluxe Apartment, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Suite, Ensuite

A bedroom with a large bed, two wall-mounted lights, a window with pink blinds, a chair, and a table with a bottle.

Superior Suite, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Penthouse, Ensuite

A modern bedroom with a wooden accent wall, a large bed, a blue ottoman, and a glass-enclosed bathroom with a freestanding bathtub.

Penthouse, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room, Accessible

A bedroom with a large bed, wooden walls, a desk, and a mirror.

Double Room, Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ensuite, River View

A bedroom with a skylight, a bed, a chair, a small table with a bottle, a radiator, and a TV.

Standard Double Room, Ensuite, River View

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, Ensuite

A bedroom with a bed, a wall-mounted TV, a window with blinds, and a decorative wall.

Suite, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi
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About the neighborhood

Located in Preston, The Cartford Inn is in a rural area and on the riverwalk. Blackpool Tower is a notable landmark and some of the area's popular attractions include Winter Gardens and Blackpool Pleasure Beach. Dewlay Cheese Factory and Garstang Arts Centre are also worth visiting. Practice your golf swing with lessons and a golf course nearby, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking/biking trails and mountain biking in the area. Visit our Preston travel guide
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Cartford Lane, Little Eccleston, Poulton, Preston, England, PR3 0YP

What's nearby

  • A roller coaster with red cars, a bridge, and a pirate-themed attraction.
    Blackpool Pleasure Beach
    22 min drive - 13.7 miles
  • A beach with a large illuminated Ferris wheel at sunset.
    Blackpool Central Pier
    23 min drive - 13.6 miles
  • A large indoor space with a high ceiling, ornate arches, and a central chandelier.
    Winter Gardens
    23 min drive - 13.6 miles
  • A busy promenade with a prominent red tower, shops, and a clear sky.
    Blackpool Tower
    23 min drive - 13.6 miles
  • River Wyre
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles

Getting around

  • Poulton-le-Fylde Station
    13 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN)
    65 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Eagle At Weeton
    9 min drive
  • Starbucks
    7 min drive
  • Burger King
    10 min drive
  • The Ship
    4 min drive
  • Starbucks
    10 min drive

About this property

The Cartford Inn

  • Luxury boutique inn by the river
  • You can look forward to free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace, and a garden at The Cartford Inn. The on-site British cuisine restaurant, River Lounge, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi and a bar are available to all guests.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Free self parking and extended parking
    • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), 1 meeting room, and smoke-free premises
    • Multilingual staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as bathrobes, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and free bottled water.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
    • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free extended parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • River Lounge

Things to do

  • Fishing

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1700
  • Edwardian architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property class

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Frequently asked questions

Is The Cartford Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Cartford Inn?

As of Aug 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cartford Inn on Aug 31, 2026 start from $313, 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?

Self parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Cartford Inn?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM.

What time is check-out at The Cartford Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does The Cartford Inn provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is The Cartford Inn located?

Situated on the riverwalk, this luxury inn is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from River Wyre and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Glasform. Poulton-le-Fylde Golf Club and Wyre Estuary Country Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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