The civil parish of Merseyside is one of the charming seaside gems of the United Kingdom. Formby is a village mostly known for its wildlife and nature reserve. Tourists visit the famous Formby Beach, which is beautiful and tranquil, and also ideal for a family holiday. The beach has lots of picnic spaces and it is attached to a large car park and its main attraction are the famous sand dunes. These dunes offer excellent views of the sea and the mountains of Cumbria. The wildlife of this village is conserved by the National Trust. Rare species like red squirrels and natterjack toads can be seen around here. Planning a trip soon? Scroll down to find some of the top Airbnb Vacation rentals in Formby, England.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 07, 2024.
1. Cozy apartment near Freshfield Station (from USD 103)
This one-bedroom Airbnb in Formby is only a leisurely stroll away from Freshfield Station and a short drive from Liverpool, Southport, and Ormskirk.
Set in an idyllic neighborhood, the charming bed-and-breakfast is a great choice for a pair of lovebirds on a romantic getaway in the English town. The space also welcomes your fur babies to holiday with you. Guests can stay toasty and snug in the insulated rooms that promise a comfortable time on chilly evenings. Other modern amenities include a well-appointed kitchen that lets you fix meals when hunger strikes and an internet connection that can be used for both work and entertainment activities. Guests can sit down together and savor a flavorful meal at the dining table.
Free car parking facilities are provided on the premises along with an EV charging spot for electric vehicles.
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super little apartment with lovely bi-fold doors that open on to a pretty gardenreally comfortable apartment for virtual working and good wifithe apartment itself is perfect with everything you may need including a great “wet room” and gardenthe apartment was excellent with a private seating area in the patio area in the gardengreat apartment loved the outdoor access & the gardenCleanliness:
clean and comfortableit was spotlessly clean and well maintainedexcellent accommodation clean spacious and very well stockedjohn’s place was very convenient for us and we found the apartment to be spacious clean and tidygreat stay – the apartment was just as in the photos clean and straightforward to accessHost:
john is great host and always available to any questionsjohn was quick to reply to my messages and very helpfuljohn was a fabulous host & the apartment was greata very helpful and hospitable host with cosy and comfortable apartmentjohn is a friendly and responsive hostRead more reviewsLocation:
location is goodwe really like the location and independent accessperfect spot within walking distance of a tremendous beacheasy walk to station for trains to southport or liverpoolsuch a lovely location with good parking outside the flat
2. Eclectic accommodation with tasteful interiors (from USD 146)
You will find this house to rent in Formby only steps away from the train station and bus stop. The holiday home is a great place to stay for a family of six but is equipped to cater to the needs of every kind of traveler including business guests.
Guests will be greeted by charmingly decorated interiors and comfy beds in the eclectic bedrooms for a full night’s sleep. A crib and high chair are also parked inside for toddlers.
Should you decide to stay in and spend an afternoon watching movies, the high-definition TV in the contemporary living room promises a fun time.
Guests can get some fresh air on the patio and share a glass of wine with their loved ones before hopping out to sightsee.
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very comfortable with good beds/bedding and showerCleanliness:
fantastic accommodation - very clean with every provision that you might needthe apartment was clean and has everything you need for a comfortable staythe apartment was clean and had everything needed for an easy stay away from homeHost:
steven was helpful and the key pick up worked efficientlythe host was super friendly and responsivea great host who is unbelievably accommodatinggreat stay lovely place welcoming hostexcellent apartment and brilliant hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was super convenient and very close to the beachgreat apartment in central areaexcellent location just steps to formby village providing restaurants buses trains and a unique british village experience
3. The Formby Point (from USD 139)
This charming property is actually a converted stable. The holiday cottage in Formby is a part of the South Moss Stud. It is perfect for guests who wish to travel with their pet horse or dog. The property has one bedroom, with a double bed for two. The lavish living room opens its sliding doors to the charming fields. There are facilities like a microwave and a tea/coffee maker. There is also an outdoor seating area with barbeque facilities. The animal lovers have an opportunity to meet the native animal of the property, the ponies, dogs, rabbits, chickens, sheep, lambs etc.
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very spacious and the furniture was modern and extremely comfortablea lovely touch was the breakfast goodies left in the fridgelovely place to stay big living room sepeartae bedroom lovely seeing the horses sheep pigs and ducks and chickensthe space is lovely with everything you need for a comfortable staythe formby cottages were very comfortable and cosyCleanliness:
good value very clean well rrvommendedthe accommodation is really clean and comfortablespotlessly clean great outlook in a lovely locationgreat property clean and lovely touches with fresh bread and milk being left for usthe stables were very cleanHost:
lesley and peter are lovely hostslesley is a lovely host and very accommodatinglesley and her husband were lovely hosts and made us feel welcomelesley peter and sarah were so welcoming friendly and helpfullesley and family were the perfect hosts and very accommodatingRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is superbgreat location for exploring the areareally good location perfect if you love animalsaccommodation was great location spot on with easy access to formby village (a few minutes) southport and liverpoolgreat place for a different break
4. Converted stable accommodation (from USD 131)
This property is a converted stable at Merseyside. The house is conveniently located to explore the Sefton Coast. The American-style barn is surrounded by lots of greenery. The cottage has one bedroom, with a double bed for two. The bed with a memory foam mattress assures comfort. There is a small kitchenette with a microwave, fridge, toaster, kettle, and hotplate. There is also a cozy dining area as well as a charming south-facing lounge, as well as a seating arrangement outside the house to enjoy the sun.
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the cottage is warm and cosy with great amenities and a comfortable bed for a good night's sleepthere was fresh milk and food for breakfast in the fridge with tea and coffee providedthe cottage was clean and comfortable with nice views across the groundsthe continental breakfast was an added treatthe welcome pack was lovely to arrive to a continental breakfast with some homemade cake was deliciousCleanliness:
so homely clean and comfortableclean and comfortable apartment in a lovely settingaccommodation is clean and we'll locatedwe had a great stay and the listing was perfectly described clean and very comfortableat lesleys cottage you will find such a welcome in warmth cleanliness comfort and tranquilityHost:
the host was greatvery welcoming and helpful hostshappy place happy owners happy animals and guestslesley and her daughter are extremely helpfula thoughtful host who provided an excellent welcome packRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is very private but in very good striking distance for visiting formby/liverpool/wirral areasgreat stay in a wonderful locationwe had a great break in a convenient location for visiting family and friendsgreat location if you're visiting or exploring the areathe nearby beaches are amazing and central liverpool is 40 minutes away in the rush hour
5. Strawberry Fields (from USD 203)
This cottage is a converted stable, part of a small equestrian center. In the South Moss Stud, the property features an American-style barn, built of bricks. The house has, altogether, two bedrooms, one with a double bed and another with two single beds. So, the house can accommodate a group of four. There is an open-plan lounge with a dining area and a kitchen, facing the south. The animal lovers are to enjoy their stay getting acquainted with the ponies, dogs, rabbits, chickens, ducks, sheep, Kune Kune pigs and budgies of the farm.
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very relaxed and comfortable with plenty of room for our family of 4 and 2 dogsaccommodation of a very high standard comfortable very spacious and easy even for my mum with poor mobilityCleanliness:
clean comfortable welcoming well equippedthe place is super spacious clean and beautifully finishedthe accommodation was well kitted out and very clean and comfortable and the animals were a bonusHost:
lesley and peter are wonderful hostslesley and her family were wonderful hostslesley sarah and peter were all great hostsexcellent hosts lesley and peter who were very helpful and accommodatinglovely welcoming hosts and very relaxing surroundingsRead more reviewsLocation:
very spacious accommodation and good locationsuperb location well suited to those looking to explore the north west coastthe local are is quite but never too far from attractions beaches and shopsa fantastic place to stay
6. Three-bedroom cottage in Strawberry Fields
This converted stable is turned into a spacious cottage in the heart of Formby village. The cottage has three bedrooms with the main bedroom having a queen-sized bed and the other two bedrooms with a double bed and two single beds respectively. Altogether, it can accommodate a group of four. The grand living room is attached to the kitchen and dining area. This house is an excellent base to explore the Sefton Coast.
Merseyside, England, United KingdomSuperhost
Accommodates: 6
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this is a lovely apartment spacious and comfortable and it was lovely to see the horses pigs chickens etcbeds were very comfortable and there s a well-equipped kitchenit does not disappoint absolutely stunning living area and great bedrooms/bathroomsCleanliness:
the cottage itself is clean and has everything you would needspacious homely clean nicely furnished with some very thoughtful touchesinside is spacious clean and has everything you need for a comfortable stayvery clean well equipped accommodation in a lovely locationthe flat is excellent really homely and cleanHost:
lesley peter and sarah are great hosts and we will certainly be backhosts were very welcoming friendly and helpfulthe hosts lesley and peter are friendly and helpfullesley and peter were very kind and friendly and accommodating at all timeslovely accommodation great hosts and a lovely locationRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is perfect for exploring the areawe all enjoyed the animals and the locationan great location for families wanting to explore the surrounding areawe took three dogs and it was ideal for walking on bridal way immediately outside the gatenice cottage great location for formby point
7. Room in a large detached house at Formby
The charming house is located just two minutes away from the railway station of Formby. It is also close to attractions like pinewoods, red squirrel reserve, and the beach. A double bedroom is offered to the guests and it comes with an attached bathroom. The interior of the room is minimal, with basic furniture and a double bed. The room is bright and sunny, with the whitewash walls reflecting the bright feel. The large window of the room also invites lots of natural light.
Accommodates: 2
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the room was exactly as described and perfect for our needsit had access to a large moden bathroom and the house is beautifulvery modern and comfortablesmart house comfortable bed very efficient communication exactly as the photos and informationcomfortable accommodation with all needs catered forCleanliness:
spotlessly clean and very comfy bedreally clean room in a lovely modern housesuper comfy bed and scrupulously cleanvery comfortable room clean and very well decoratedpam's place was clean and tidy and quite spacious to say it was just a roomHost:
pam is the perfect hostlovely house and welcoming hostlovely home and lovely host we really enjoyed our stay with pampam was so helpful and flexiblepam is friendly fun and knowledgeable of the local areaRead more reviewsLocation:
fabulous place and great locationlovely house in an excellent locationwonderful in every way 2-3min walk to the train station which is an easy 20min ride into central liverpool2 minutes walk from formby station so great if you are travelling by traindefinitely recommend if you need an easy location in formby
8. Comfortable double bed in Formby
This historic house is located in a quiet neighborhood near the city center. The house is surrounded by lots of greenery. Guests are offered a charming double bedroom for two, with an excellent view of the garden. The bedroom is equipped with a wardrobe, a chest of drawers and a dressing table. You can use some of the other parts of the house, the lounge, the south facing decked area. The outdoor decked area is one of the best places to have your meal. A continental breakfast is offered with the stay.
9. The stylish detached dormer bungalow
The dormer bungalow is located in a popular residential area, close to the beach and all amenities. The entire house is offered to the guests, and it has three bedrooms for a group of six. The lavish lounge area is connected to the kitchen and dining space. The house is attached to the garden and you can access it from the patio. Parking of a total of three cars is possible on the prooperty.
10. Detached house in the suburb of Formby
This spacious house is directly linked with the Aintree Racecourse. The entire house is offered to guests, and it has four bedrooms with four beds. A group of seven can stay here comfortably. There are two grand lounges, with fireplaces and central heating. The large kitchen has all the modern amenities. The large garden has sitting arrangements with parasol where you can enjoy the sun and the bliss of nature.
Formby, England, United KingdomAccommodates: 7
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very clean and comfortable really homey and well equippedclean and well maintained with fantastic hospitalityHost:
hosts are fantastic couldn’t ask for moreRead more reviewsLocation:
a lovely house a short walk away from all amenitiesamazing place to stay in a lovely areagreat place for a stay over in the area
11. Double bedroom in detached house
This house is located very close to the Formby train station. It is a charming property, near the beach, the pinewoods and the red squirrel reserve. The bedroom is charming and full of light. It has a double bed and an attached bathroom. The huge window allows lots of natural lights to enter the room. Parking is available in the driveway.
Accommodates: 2
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toilet is a saniflow and quite a tight fit but ok reallythe tv in the bed is very nice aswelCleanliness:
sparklingly clean and really soft towelsvery clean and easy goingvery smart clean and spacious bedroomthe house is very clean and warmnice and clean and great locationHost:
just the perfect hostpam is a great hostpam is a super host and very helpfulpam is very helpful and hospitablepam has been a perfect host and made it a very pleasurable stayRead more reviewsLocation:
great location and very easy to findpam’s house was immaculate clean and very close to the railway station just 30 mins from liverpoolit is ideally situated close to formby village with its cafes bars restaurants and pubswe needed a place to stay near our friend's house to attend a party in formbypam’s place was ideal for our requirements and we would certainly stay here again
12. Greenloons Cottage
This lavish and spacious cottage is based on a very picturesque field. The spacious private land is located inside Pinewoods and the National Trusts Red Squirrel Reserve, five minutes from the beach. The spacious cottage has two double bedrooms, a study, kitchen and living area. The study can be turned into an extra bedroom if there are more guests. So, this three-bedroom cottage can accommodate a group of five. The living area is huge and the fully fitted kitchen is linked with the dining area. The house is just five minutes away from the nearby train station.
Formby, England, United KingdomAccommodates: 6
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had a fantastic stay really comfortable spacious cottage in nice grounds well equipped with a big sofa for familieswell presented nice comfortable lounge with big screen tvthe beds were very comfortable the fridge was huge and the washer/dryer helped out a lotreally nice rooms with tonnes of space tooCleanliness:
clean spacious and comfortablemelanie’s accommodation was spotlessly clean and was well stocked with crockery glasses and towelsthe place was spotless and well appointed and in a fantastic locationwell equipped property comfortable and cleanit is very clean and confortable and located in a very quiet and beautiful landHost:
many thanks to the hostoutstanding value for money with a very responsive hostand melany has been very helpful with our few questionsmelanie was extremely responsive and ensured our stay was as comfortable as possiblecouldn’t ask for more from this excellent place and great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
excellent location for walks and beach yet close to town tooquiet and peaceful location only a few minutes to the beachlovely house in a great locationgreat location for the beach and handy enough for trips to liverpoola fabulous and quiet location
The commuter town for Liverpool
Formby is located very close to Liverpool, thus, it works as a commuter town to this city. It is also a famous tourist town, especially in the summer months. There are some famous walks, like the Asparagus Trail, for exploring the traditional farming of asparagus inside the dunes. To explore the wildlife, you can also take Red Squirrel Walk to get acquainted with the native red squirrels. So, book one of the above-mentioned places to stay in Formby and discover the unlimited fun this town has to offer.
Should you also decide to venture out further into the neighboring areas, there is an array of interesting things to do in Southport that will make your holiday all the more fun. You will also find plenty of comfy Airbnb vacation rentals in Ormskirk for your accommodation needs, which is only a short drive away.
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