Wray Green

Rating
Sleeps 7
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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* Based on a combined average customer score over the last 3 months

27 Customer Review(s)

“Wray Green is such a beautiful cottage, with history and period features.”

Plus being based in the Howgill Fells, you are surrounded with picturesque views. It’s a great base for the Lake District but also walks in the Yorkshire Dales. We even drove to the North York Moors whilst we were there, so there is plenty to go see and do. Plus plenty of walks literally on your doorstep.

Plus being based in the Howgill Fells, you are surrounded with picturesque views. It’s a great base for the Lake District but also walks in the Yorkshire Dales. We even drove to the North York Moors whilst we were there, so there is plenty to go see and do. Plus plenty of walks literally on your doorstep. I cannot recommend Wray Green enough.

- Miss Mcginn, November 2019
“Lovely remote cottage with stunning views.”

Good location for both Lakes and Dales. Beds were very comfy. Unlike the listing the WiFi was reliable and good. We couldn’t get the DVD player to work at all. Kept saying wrong region but the regions matched. Was a small thing as the fire was better than tv anyway.

- Mrs Croston, October 2019
“Just returned from 3rd trip to Wray Green.”

It's such a great location. The views and privacy are fantastic.

- Mr Dixon, October 2019
“Myself, my daughter & dog Betsy had a wonderful stay at Wray green.”

The cottage was perfect with breathtaking views in every direction, walks right from the doorstep, really didn’t want to come home, would definitely book again to do more exploring

- Miss Grant, September 2019
“Awful left property after 10 minutes no help from Sykes now taking legal advice ...”

Awful left property after 10 minutes no help from Sykes now taking legal advice to recover rental payment had to book another property

- Mr Bruton, August 2019
“Nice walking area.”

Lovely house. Nice views.

- Mr Rijkelijkhuizen, July 2019
“This was our second time staying at Wray Green.”

We absolutely love travelling and it seemed strange to go back somewhere again so soon with so much of the World yet to explore but we all wanted very much to be there again. Wray Green cottage is simply a little spot of heaven. The booking process was so easy and it is tempting to return again and stay for a month. We love this place. The solitude and peace make your ears ring when it is not being broken by the sound of sheep calling to one another across the great expanse of the fells.

- Ms Walker, July 2019
“Superb family holiday .”

We had a wonderful time.

- Mrs Swindlehurst, June 2019
“Our third stay at this lovely old cottage.”

Full of character, very cosy with real log fires. Stunning garden views.

- Mr Hopes, May 2019
“A truly gorgeous cottage, has everything you need for a wonderful stay, including peace and quiet.”

Would definitely recommend and will be booking again. Cannot praise this place enough.

- Mr Smith, March 2019
“Second visit to Wray Green because it's such a great place to stay.”

Well go back again next year. Can't fault it. The location is breath taking. Used the owners family owned pub, the Kings Head in Ravenstonedale, quite a bit. Local, excellent food and service.

- Mr Dixon, September 2018
“The owners were very accommodating with check in time.”

The cottage was in good shape and a wonderful location.

- Mr Tagg, April 2018
“We had an amazing holiday with our friends and the dog.”

. beautiful scenery, lovely walks and friendly farmer! We where lucky enough to be there to see all the baby lambs jumping around! We had a clear night on one night and the stary sky was the best I've seen... we even saw a shooting star! The cottage was full of character and history, comfy beds and bathroom facilities. A wonderful open fire in the living room and a log burner in the kitchen. We had a couple of issues but the owner responded immediately and rectified these... The only negative comment we had was the old electric arga cooker... we followed the instructions but it took us 2 hours to cook pizza and chips. . We ended up going on Utube for further instructions on the cooker. We needed to turn hob and oven on about 3/4hours before we needed it... so that caused some problems food wise in first few days... however apart from that I couldn't fault it And we would love to return! Was a magical stay... and a much needed break from the rat race! Would highly recommend. Just need some more realistic info on that cooker!

- Miss Anderson, April 2018
“We've visited Wray Green before so knew what to expect.”

Really well equipped cottage, very thoughtfully presented. Windows are very draughty and during bad weather the cottage was difficult to keep warm. Owners had kindly left towels by the windows to mop up leaks and there were oil heaters at the property which we moved around to heat the rooms we were using. The charm and history of the property made up for being chilly! Beds are really comfortable and facilities are brilliant. Will definitely be returning.

- Mrs Widdicombe, February 2018
“We love the remoteness of Wray Green and the cosy, comfortable, rustic interior.”

Thank you again for a lovely stay.

- Mr Hall, February 2018
“Perfect retreat”

We stayed in this delightful farmhouse for a week with our little girl and two doggies, it's a lovely hidden gem. It is your typical farmhouse; all old-fashioned decor, fires, aga etc. We loved it all. It had all the equipment we needed for our self-catering holiday (although we couldn't find any wine glasses but they could have been hiding somewhere). The whole house is very spacious but is kept very warm. Some rooms were a little too warm for the time of year such as the main bathroom and the main bedroom. I couldn't figure out to use the heaters in those rooms as think they may have been on timers? The only other very minor criticisms would be some of the knobs were coming loose on doors and cupboards, the shower is rather small (I am pregnant thus struggled) and there were a lot of beetles but this is not worth reducing a star as creatures can't be helped when staying in the countryside! I was quite happy I only saw the one spider! The location is ideal for lots of fun days out, lots of places worth visiting in the Yorkshire dales and obviously the lakes. There are lots of nearby walks we did as many as we could but can prove quite difficult when walking with a toddler! There are 3 main gates to get to the property so just to make you aware in case this would be an issue for anyone. My husband said he was having nightmares about gates after the holiday ha ha but on a serious note it wasn't a problem for us. We met a local farmer who was very friendly (he owned the sheep) and he gave us lots of advice on nice local walks. We found the wifi to be extremely efficient so we got to watch movies in the evening once little one was asleep. Take bottled water as water is slightly peaty. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Wray green and would love to stay again in the future probably when the kiddies are a little older so they can appreciate the beautiful long walks. Would highly recommend this place.

- tarangelaben, May 2017
“We (+ our dog + our friends!) want to live here...”

Fabulous isolation and peace, stunningly beautiful views and very, very cosy. We all wanted to live here! Really friendly, helpful owners, nothing too much trouble. Can't recommend highly enough. Happy travels ;)

- Rach2772, March 2017
“Excellent cottage in perfect location”

This spacious, well equipped cottage is in the perfect location for some excellent walks. Having stayed in many different cottages, I can honestly say that the king sized bed was the most comfortable I have ever slept in. A couple of minor issues were experienced but once we had reported them, the owner very quickly and graciously sorted them out. There are a number of very good pubs within a few miles if you don't fancy cooking and the lack of a TV is a positive especially since the cottage provides books and board games a plenty. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here.

- LaidbackBev, April 2016
“Fabulous”

Beautiful Grade II listed farmhouse in the remote fells of Cumbria. The house is very clean and comfortable. Stunning scenery and remote. The owners and the housekeeper are all very friendly and welcoming, with lots of local tips. Great food at the King's Head in Ravenstonedale. If you are into peace and quiet and walking there are lots of things to do, with a walk up Cauldron Snout just down the road a must (main high fell visible from cottage). The Yorkshire Dales are very close by and provides other past times if you don't want to walk up high hills. Perfect

- Lisa P, September 2015
“Lovely rural retreat”

Before our departure and arrival the cottage owners were tremendously helpful, friendly and informative. This stretched to a warm greeting on arrival to check everything was ok. Something I've never had on previous breaks. The cottage itself is true to its original structure and furnishings making the property feel warm, traditional and inviting. The views during the daylight hours were nothing short of stunning and the local fells invited a walk through to admire the stunning scenery despite the time of year. One of the features of this cottage which has always played a major part of our booking decision was the real fire and it was fantastic to see this was as expected (and more so with the availability of more logs/coal from the outhouse at a small reasonable cost). The only neighbours nearby (sheep) kept themselves to themselves :) If you are looking for rural/quiet/peaceful/scenic/old-world farmhouse breaks then I can not recommend this cottage highly enough!

- Matthew M, December 2014
“Love it”

I want to live here? But not for the feint hearted!. Comfy cottage, everything you need. It's old and comfy not new and squeaky clean! There are spiders inside and sheep outside but if it's a head clearing time you need this is for you? No TV, very intermittent Wyfi. You have to talk to the people with you are with rather than social media. Walks straight from the door. Outstanding beautiful country . Five stars from me and re booking.

- A FlipKey verified reviewer, August 2014
“Amazing rural Cottage, cant wait to return!”

We stayed at Wray Green from the 28th of December for 4 nights. The owners were fantastic, so polite and friendly. They kindly met us nearby and showed us to the property as it was dark when we arrived and brought us coal and logs when requested for the fires. The property itself is so cosy with two fires, one in the kitchen and one in the lounge. The whole property is extremely well equipt with everything you may need, including toilet rolls, kitchen utilities and towels. Bottled water was also kindly provided. There is a good sized TV with dvd player, dvds were also available to us during our stay as well as games that made our visit so enjoyable. We were warm throughout our stay as there are heaters in every room. We enjoyed lots of walks with our two dogs and also visited The Kings Head in Ravenstonedale for lunch on New Years eve, it was delicious and wondefully modern. We cant wait to return in the summer. If you want a rural break to relax and enjoy the beautiful countryside then this is the place to be!

- Emily N, January 2014
“right grand”

remote, quiet, brilliant views. Only quibble woud be the the woood for the log burner was a bit wet and it was never very hot in the kitchen. Might sound minor but we always look for a real fire when we go away so we were a bit disappointed. Not been to the area before - liked it, liked the people and great walking Thought it reasonable value for money as these things go

- A FlipKey verified reviewer, June 2013
“Wonderful”

This is probably one of the best self atering holidays we have ever had (and we have had a few!!). The house is down a field track through a few field gates and surrounded by fields. We had sheep knocking on the lounge windows and lambs being born in the field in the front of the house. The owners were very helpful, providing drinking water as the tap water is brown as it comes from the moors. The house was very well equipt and very comfortable. The surrounding area is a delight and the Lake district a short distance away. Highly recommended unless you want internet, TV or mobile phone connection,but great for peace and quiet

- Alan A, September 2012
“Total escapism”

Only 20mins from the motorway but a hundred years from the hustle and bustle of very day life

- A FlipKey verified reviewer, May 2012
“Perfect escape”

As our first booking with Sykes, we found the service quick and helpful in all of our queiries and the owner was very helpful in our preparation to arrive for our holiday. The cottage was simply idyllic. It was truly a character property and the photos don't do justice for how welcoming it is. We were very impressed with the thought and care the owners have put into the cottage from the aesthetic to the practical accessories. Even the quirky features (such as the peaty water and everhot cooker) made the experience much more fun and wistful for such a permanent lifestyle. The location was fabulous - though the weather was too bad to take advantage of the walking routes. Instead, we explored the nearest villages (when we could tear ourselves away from the open fire) and have fell in love with Kirkby Stephen a few miles away. Our favourite aspects were no TV, little internet and no mobile reception which allowed us to completely relax. The open fire and the big farmhouse kitchen to really enjoy cooking were my highlights. If I had to label a negative it would be having to make sure we had enough bottled water for the serious amount of cooking and drinking we did - but we knew about this before we booked and really didn't mind!

- A FlipKey verified reviewer, March 2012
“fantastic!”

loved the location, the quaint cottage, the fact that the owners had thought of everything, the real coal fire, the views, the peace and quiet! Just what the doctor ordered, would recommend to all! Oh and plenty of places for our dogs to roam and tire themselves out!

- A FlipKey verified reviewer, May 2011
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The property

Ravenstonedale 4.5 miles.

A lovely Grade II listed, stone-built detached farmhouse, on the side of Wild Boar Fell with breathtaking views of the Howgills and the surrounding countryside.

First constructed in the 1600s, this lovely Lake District cottage oozes character and charm, with antique furniture and original features.

The farmhouse kitchen is a delight, with low beams, stone flooring and a woodburner.

Add to this the spacious lounge with open fire and guests have a wonderful away-from-it-all cottage in a stunning, tranquil setting.

With access to 100-square miles of open fell, nearby footpaths lead you to stunning, hidden waterfalls and tiny becks, while above the house is an amazing limestone pavement.

With the Yorkshire Dales and Lake District to discover, this is a superb base for exploring the area.

Summary

Three bedrooms: 1 x super king-size double, 1 x twin, 1 x family room with twin beds and 2' 3" single
Bathroom with bath, basin and WC
Ground floor shower room with shower, basin and WC
Kitchen with dining area and woodburner
Sitting room with open fire.
Electric storage heaters with woodburner and open fire
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dryer, small TV for DVDs only, DVD, CD, selection of books and games, WiFi (can be intermittent)
Electricity and starter pack for fires inc. in rent, purchase extra from owner
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Cot and highchair on request
Off road parking for 4 cars
Garden with patio and furniture
Storage area for bikes/hiking gear
Sorry, no smoking
Two well-behaved dogs welcome
Shop 6 miles, pub 3 miles
Note: No TV channels
Note: 17th century property narrow stone stairs .Note: Water supplied from fell; safe for washing but brown in appearance and can taste "peaty"; please bring own bottled water for drinking
Note: Cottage accessed via 500 yard long track, access difficult in very snowy/icy/wet conditions
Note: Due to intermittent WiFi signal in the property, guests are welcome to use WiFi at The Kings Head pub in Ravenstonedale.

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About the location

RAVENSTONEDALE

Kirkby Stephen 5 miles; Sedbergh 10 miles.

Lake District Holiday Cottages

The tranquil village of Ravenstonedale lies at the foot of the Howgill Fells, quietly situated within the newly extended Yorkshire Dales National Park. A delightful rural village with a thriving local community and many traditional old dwellings, Ravenstonedale boasts a charming Parish Church and the remains of the old Gilbertine Priory. Hill farming is the principal means of income in the area and an agricultural show is still held once a year, echoing days gone by when both markets and fairs were held in the village. Once described by the famous author, A Wainwright, as one of Westmorland’s loveliest villages, the area boasts many walking, horse riding and cycling routes, whilst the nearby attractions provide something for everybody. Visit the Settle to Carlisle Railway Line, the magnificent Howgill Fells and the stunning Yorkshire Dales and Lake District National Parks. A superb location at any time of the year.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Wray Green is such a beautiful cottage, with history and period features.”

“Lovely remote cottage with stunning views.”

“Just returned from 3rd trip to Wray Green.”

“Myself, my daughter & dog Betsy had a wonderful stay at Wray green.”

“Awful left property after 10 minutes no help from Sykes now taking legal advice ...”

“Nice walking area.”

“This was our second time staying at Wray Green.”

“Superb family holiday .”

“Our third stay at this lovely old cottage.”

“A truly gorgeous cottage, has everything you need for a wonderful stay, including peace and quiet.”

“Second visit to Wray Green because it's such a great place to stay.”

“The owners were very accommodating with check in time.”

“We had an amazing holiday with our friends and the dog.”

“We've visited Wray Green before so knew what to expect.”

“We love the remoteness of Wray Green and the cosy, comfortable, rustic interior.”

“Perfect retreat”

“We (+ our dog + our friends!) want to live here...”

“Excellent cottage in perfect location”

“Fabulous”

“Lovely rural retreat”

“Love it”

“Amazing rural Cottage, cant wait to return!”

“right grand”

“Wonderful”

“Total escapism”

“Perfect escape”

“fantastic!”

The property

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About the location

RAVENSTONEDALE