THOUGHT Airbnb was only for hen or stag weekends or a cheap city break in an apartment abroad?

These amazing apartments in East Lancashire offer an alternative getaway and if you thought they would lack charm, feast your eyes on these luxury properties.

The online marketplace lets people rent out their properties or spare rooms to guests and is one of the world's fastest-growing holiday websites.

We had a look where visitors can stay if they came to East Lancashire.

Iconic town centre building, Astley Gate, Blackburn town centre

Prices around £75 per night

Two people can enjoy this one-bedroom modern town centre apartment, which even has a lift.

The description reads: “This one-bedroom apartment is simply stunning, it has all the essentials you need whether you are staying for one night or a month.”

With a grey velvet sofa taking centre stage of the room, and a glass dining table, the apartment looks over Blackburn town and is the perfection location for being close to shops.

Guests can also check themselves in with a lockbox.

Beech Tree Cottage, Chipping ­

£419 per night

This spacious three-bedroom cottage can house up to six guests in this picturesque location.

It is classed as an Area of Natural and Outstanding Beauty and does not disappoint with the farmhouse-style furniture.

The description says: “A beautiful stone-built cottage located next to Chipping Brook which flows by and nestled in a wooded dell at the foot of the Forest of Bowland Fells.”

The property also boasts a large and comfortable lounge with beamed ceiling and exposed soft honey coloured sandstone walls. There is a wood burner and a 60" Smart LCD TV.

Guests can relax outside on the patio and gardens or enjoy a BBQ.

Isabella Lodge, Hurst Green

£150 per night for two guests

This new lodge is surrounded by woodland and picturesque views for guests to enjoy while lounging in the living room.

It is described as: “A 5-star luxury accommodation offering every amenity, including your very own private hot tub. Private enough for those romantic stress-free getaways, yet within a 5-minute stroll to two great eateries and the village café.”

Upon arrival, guests can enjoy baked treats and chocolates in their bedrooms and soak up the warmth of the hot tub.

King ensuite room in former farm house, Blackburn

£32 per night for two guests

Formerly Higher Shorrock Farm, this dainty cottage which dates back to 1824, is for two guests to enjoy a getaway.

The description says: “Guests are welcome to use the comfortable lounge-dining room, complete with comfortable sofa, fire, TV, and a dining table which seats six people.”

Also in the cottage, to welcome guests, are dogs, Tallulah and Elton.

Alden Woodland Yurt, Rossendale

£27 a night

Fancy a night in a yurt? Alden Yurt is tucked away in the woodland on a farm in the beautiful Alden Valley, Rossendale.

Lined with hand-knitted tapestries of native British trees, it has a wood-burning stove to help keep you toasty warm. Recline in the old wicker armchair and enjoy the peace of the surrounding woodland.

New self-contained modern apartment, Park House, Chorley

From £34 per night

Situated just a five-minute drive from Chorley train station, is this stylish modern ground floor apartment for two people.

The colour changing kitchen lights fit in with the modern white and black deco, and with all the basic luxuries to enjoy.

A self-check in system is operated, but hosts can be called easily if any help is needed.

The description states: “There are cutlery, mugs, glasses and plates. A 42-inch smart tv with Freeview channels and Netflix in the living area and a 32-inch tv with Freeview and Now TV and Netflix in the bedroom.”