Melsome Barn

There is nothing I could suggest that would improve anything.

Everything was catered for. Spacious rooms, comfy bed, large hot shower, lovely views, kitchen had everything that you would need when prepping a meal from scratch, off street parking. Pleasant and helpful owners. Would definitely recommend it.

From the moment we arrived to the moment we left, nothing was too much trouble.

The cottage is a home from home and has everything that you will require. We enjoyed lovely walks from the doorstep and the views are spectacular. Hazel and Charlie were perfect hosts and always on hand for any questions, the Tuesday treat was a great reward after a long days walk. This is definitely a 5 star accommodation and when we revisit Yorkshire again we will return to Melsome Barn . Thankyou.

Excellent accommodation maintained to a very high standard and totally clean.

Very picturesque location but still handy for Settle town centre. Charming and most helpful hosts who went out of their way to be helpful and knowledgeable about their area. It lived up to all our expectations and we would certainly look to a return visit. We are already recommending Melsome Barn to close friends.

This was our second time staying in this comfortable accommodation in a beautiful setting.

We didn’t use the car at all, either walking from Giggleswick or going somewhere by train.

Our second visit, as we said last year, this cottage is 5 Star, it has everything you could possibly need, and top of our cottage list stays.

Charlie and Hazel are such lovely people and nothing is too much trouble for them. The Tuesday treat really is {no spoilers}. We are already planning our 3rd visit. Robert and Sandra Hird.

My 4th visit here and again we were not disappointed.

The accommodation can only be described as luxury! The place is absolutely spotless and I can never find any fault with anything. The owners Hazel and Charlie go out of there way to make you feel very welcome. In all the places we have stayed in this is by far an absolutely marvelous place too stay. We always hate to leave and it's because your made to feel like a friend and not just someone passing through. We cannot wait to go back again and we definitely will be. Thanks guys fot yet another great stay

Wonderful stay in wonderful countryside run by wonderful couple !

Exceptional property, beautifully presented in a stunning location.

The owners are lovely people and have created a remarkable holiday home. It truly is a little (big) slice of heaven. We were there in June and unfortunately one of us ended up in hospital all week. The owners couldn't have been kinder. Even keeping in touch after we returned home. As we were so impressed, and to make up for an interrupted break, we had no hesitation in re-booking for August.

Stunning and comfortable with views to die for.

You couldn’t wish for more friendly, accommodating and professional hosts. Melsome Barn is luxurious plus, everything you’d need for self catering plus plus. Great location with loads of great ideas from our hosts of places of interest to visit. We will return and would thoroughly recommend. Thank you Hazel and Charlie

This is an exceptional holiday accommodation.

From beginning to end we could not have asked for a more comfortable, welcoming, and extremely high standard of self catering experience. Our hosts were lovely and made sure we had everything we needed without being at all intrusive. We hope very much to stay again in the future. Liz and Mick Jones

We have had holiday cottages for over 40 years.

This was by far the best in every aspect. Location was superb, facilities fantastic, comfort outstanding, and the welcome from Hazel and Charlie perfect. We often opt for a 4 person cottage just to get some extra room, but this felt like a 4 person accommodation. Just brilliant describes everything.

A slice of Yorkshire heaven.

..…. Anyone who hasn't yet stayed at Melsome Barn has missed out on a treat. This was our second visit and it was every bit as good as the first. Hazel and Charlie have maintained the lovely property to the highest standards and give you the warmest welcome you could wish for. They are on hand if you need them, but are totally unobtrusive. They are thoughtful and generous with their welcome pack and really do their best to ensure you enjoy your stay. The rooms are spacious and comfortably furnished (the shower is fabulous) with views of beautiful countryside for miles. Rail enthusiasts will love having access to the Settle to Carlisle line a few minutes drive away. Travelling in the other direction, Leeds with its wonderful shopping is an easy train journey. Giggleswick station provides other destination options and is only a few minutes walk from the barn. Skipton, Grassington (All Creatures Great and Small), Kirkby Lonsdale and Ingleton are all within easy driving distance. What's not to love? Nothing, absolutely nothing at all.

What can i say.

.. this is 3rd visit to this property and it did not disappoint!!! Its one of the most comfortable, absolutely gorgeous, spotlessly clean places we have stayed in. Its luxury for sure and Hazel and Charlie, who own the property are one of the nicest and down to earth couple we have ever met. We have booked again to go back because i know we wont regret it. The only downside.....we had to leave!!!

As always, a great time spent at Melsome Barn and my thanks to the great team of Hazel and Charlie as hosts.

Will be back next year. Andy

Our second visit to this superb accommodation.

Spacious, clean, warm and comfortable. Ideal for a stay in this lovely part if the world.

Our Xmas stay at Melsome Barn was perfect.

Hazel & Charlie were the perfect hosts, checking we had everything we needed for our stay. They welcomed us with mulled wine & mince pies & even left us a Xmas stocking with some lovely treats. The barn is spacious, beautifully furnished & very well equipped. The views are fantastic and the location is peaceful & relaxing. I'm sure we will be back to stay again in the future.

If we had to use just one word, it would be ‘excellent’.

The accommodation was spotless and comfortable and the hosts went the extra mile to make it a happy week.

A large first floor apartment in a barn conversion.

Lovely views and fitted out to a very high standard and high spec equipment. One of the best cottages we have had and we have had quite a few. Hazel and Charlie, the owners, could not have been more friendly and helpful. The cake that Hazel made, on Tuesday was super. We walked every day and the walking books in the cottage were invaluable. Already making plans for a second visit. Robert and Sandra Hird.

This property offers spacious, comfortable accommodation in a quiet location but only a few minutes drive from Settle if you need to shop.

Being a barn conversion there are limited views from the lounge though the hills can be seen. The bedroom at the back offers extensive views over pastoral farmland to the south. Minor downsides are the external steps (though these are very safe), a little noise in the bedroom only from the ground floor flat below, and a freezer would have been useful to us, although there is a small freezer compartment in the fridge. We found the internet connection to be excellent. The owners who live in a house adjacent are friendly and helpful. Overall I would highly recommend this property.

We had a fantastic stay at Melsome Barn.

The property itself is beautiful with amazing views from the windows, including the alpacas !!! The open plan kitchen, dining , living room was very spacious and the bedroom was amazing with a very comfy bed. The bathroom was very clean with an excellent shower. We enjoyed lots of lovely walks in the local area and especially enjoyed our return home on Tuesday as we were welcomed back by Hazel with fresh cream and raspberry sponge cake !!!!! The Craven Arms is a 5 minute walk across the road and there were lots of other places to eat and drink in Settle. Hazel and Charlie were fantastic hosts and were happy to chat and help with any questions but left you to your own devices each day. We would be very happy to recommend Melsome Barn to friends and family and also to stay again ourselves when we finally do The Three Peaks !!!!! Thank you Hazel and Charlie- keep up the good work.

Hazel & Charlie were exemplary hosts.

The cottage was very spacious, comfortable and well equipped. The gardens and surrounding countryside were really lovely. Special mention has to go to the alpacas, Hazel will provide some food if you want to feed them. If you have a clear night, do not miss the chance to see the stars - amazing...

Lovely large accommodation with everything you need for a perfect stay.

Ideally situated within walking distance of Settle and close to Malham, Skipton, Grassington etc. Hosts Hazel and Charlie were very welcoming and helpful, even providing cake and wine

It was our second gratifying stay in Melsome barn.

The sleeping and the living room are spacious, tidy and very comfortable. Melsome barn is ideal for exploring the Dales and the southern part of the Lake District. Even Brönte's Haworth is not far away. Our friendly hosts were welcoming, discreet and helpful.

This property is a delightful barn conversion, bigger than the pictures suggested and very well presented throughout.

There were all the utensils I needed in the kitchen, the shower was superb and the big bed very comfortable. The property is situated a short walk from amenities but away from town noise. The views from the cottage were amazing as well.

Melsome Barn is very comfortable and well equipped, with lovely views on all sides.

Hazel and Charlie were very welcoming and helpful and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this beautiful part of the country.

Beautiful Cottage, very spacious and lovely decor.

Everything for a perfect get away. Lovely views across the Dales and ideal location for exploring the area. Within walking distance of the Graven Arms, serving draft ales and delicious food. The owners were very welcoming on arrival and always very helpful if needed during our stay. The Tuesday Treat was very welcome and delicious. We will happily book the cottage again to further explore this beautiful area and can thoroughly recommend. Many thanks for making our stay so enjoyable

We would give more than 5 stars if we could.

Fabulous property, with quality furnishings and great attention to detail. Hazel and Charlie are wonderful hosts. It is in a lovely rural setting but a very nice pub is only a 5 minute walk. We had a lovely time.

Beautiful and spacious accommodation.

Perfect for a relaxing holiday with lovely walks from the door.

A home away from home.

We had a great time. Highly recommended.

This cottage has all you could wish for a home away from home.

Too late to keep it locked in secret I suppose but I would if I could. Location is ideal, owners, Hazel and Charlie are really friendly and nothing was too much trouble, whilst respecting your privacy. Happily return without a second to consider Thanks for an ideal week

Lovely property,well maintained and having everything you require.

The views out the windows are breathtaking. We would highly recommend.

Fantastic property in a stunning location.

Contains everything you could need. Hazel and Charlie are lovely hosts. My second stay here and planning to return.

The barn is simply beautiful.

Spacious and clean with high quality furnishings. Lots of lovely little touches and attention to detail. Hazel and Charlie are determined that you will have a wonderful stay. Thankyou!

Our third visit.

Melsome Barn is the original home from home with all the comforts you could wish for. Charlie and Hazel, as usual, were superb hosts. We will be back.

As always Hazel and Charlie were wonderful hosts and very helpful.

It's a joy to be there and a lovely place to stay.

Another great week in Melsome Barn - immaculately clean, very comfortable spacious property within walking distance of Giggleswick and Settle.

Very easy access to trains, if prefer not to drive, and local pubs, shops and restaurants as well as some amazing walks and scenery!

Really enjoyed our stay.

Beautiful, spacious, well equipped and comfortable. Great location c20min walk into the centre of Settle, with a great pub/restaurant 2mins walk away. The lovely owners live on site (next door) and strike the right balance between being helpful and approachable, but not intrusive. We wouldn’t hesitate to return.

We loved our stay.

The weather was not good in December, but the property was so beautifully decorated for Christmas it made up for the weather. The owner was very friendly and helpful, and even shared her home-made Victoria sponge with us. We are hoping to come again in summer.

The property was outstanding, the owners, Hazel & Charlie, have created a beautiful environment for a perfect relaxing stay.

They made us feel very welcome. The location was also perfect for getting out and about around the Dales, with stunning views, easy 5 minute walk to the Craven Arms pub restaurant.

When we first met the owners, they made us feel right at home.

Showing us how everything worked and offering to help carry our bags to the property. Nothing was too much trouble, they where very informative about the local area too. The property was even better then shown and described on the advertisement. Very highly recommend this property and anyone staying here should go the Folly Café and Museum in Settle.

Spacious, attractive and thoughtful.

Thanks! Ultrafast internet. I found Giggleswick station useful, eg Saltaire direct or get off at Bingley and walk the canal.

Absolutely beautiful place to stay, places to visit .

The barn conversion was perfect in every way and our hosts Charlie and Hazel, thank you to both who were knowledgeable about the area and helpful with cases bags and inside the barn itself. Catherine

We were extremely satisfied with the accommodation.

The hosts were attentive and we appreciated the bottle of wine and milk on our arrival. We would highly recommend this accommodation.

A extremely spacious and comfortable cottage in an excellent location.

Hazel and Charlie were welcoming hosts with some top tips about things to explore in the area. Great to look out of the windows to see the fantastic views, alpaca and belted Galloway. Range of walks from the door :-). Thanks.

If Sykes rated owners like air bnb then the hosts would be listed as super hosts They really want you to have a superb break Welcome wine and fresh flowers on arrival and two lovely cakes half way through our stay was a fantastic touch.

Hazel gave us loads of ideas for places to visit and was always around with out being intrusive. Property was spotless clean and had everything you could need for a comfortable stay especially super comfy bed and Netflix on the tvs The pics don't really do this lovely property justice Lovely having out morning visitors the alpacas and sheep coming up to our window every morning Ideally situated to view Yorkshire dales and the Lake District Super property and hosts and we will definitely be back !!

What a delightful barn so roomy and well equipped with amazing views.

Hazel and Charlie were extremely welcoming and did everything possible to make the stay most enjoyable and of course we had the perfect week weatherwise. Thank You

A superb high quality barn conversion with amazing countryside views.

Added to which the owners, Hazel and Charlie, were really friendly and helpful. An easy 10/10

Enjoyed our stay .

the owners Hazel &Charlie made us feel so welcomed.they gave tourist information were to go an see.wewill return ..Pam&Ryan.

Lovely property, everything at hand to make it a relaxing place to stay.

Nice walk into Settle meant we could leave the car at the property.

We had originally booked a different venue to stay, but on the morning that we were due to drive to the Shepherds Hut (Previous Booking) we were told that the hut was unavailable.

Although the original booking was via Booking.com, Sykes were the actual agent and came to the rescue. The potential fiasco was dealt with very quickly by Sykes and we ended up at the Melsome Barn. WOW, what an amazing place! Absolutely wonderful apartment with large lounge, diner, kitchen, well provided bathroom and huge comfortable bedroom. The windows provided views across fields with sheep, cattle and alpacas grazing. Situated on a very quiet lane the venue had off road parking. There was a pub/restaurant within a 5 minute walk. The hosts were very friendly and helpful. This is probably the best place that we have stayed at during our 6 years of doing road trips around the UK. Just STUNNING!

Absolutely fantastic place to stay a real home from home would definitely stay here again.

Hazel and Charlie are really great host. The location was ideally situated for our holiday.

Melsome Barn is a cosy flat and is more than large enough for 2 persons.

It is charmingly surrounded by fields and meadows. An excellent pub is nearby and so are the shops and restaurants in Giggleswick and Settle. The owners were very welcoming and very helpful.

We had a marvellous week at Melsome Barn.

The property was first rate, the views in every direction superb, and the owners couldn't have been kinder or more helpful. We very much hope to make a return visit at some point.

We had a wonderful week at Melsome Barn.

It is very smart and clean, with lots of attention to detail.Very rural surroundings - we watched the hay being baled a the alpacas being sheared/ We even saw a steam train passing through Giggleswick station. A good base for walks in the nearby hills. The owners are very welcoming and hospitable

As always a lovely place to stay and Hazel & Charlie are a great team.

This property is just an absolute delight, this was our second visit and won’t be our last.

Hazel and Charlie are such lovely hosts and are on hand, though not obtrusively so, should you require anything. Plenty of room for your car, the barn is mahoosive it certainly has the biggest bedroom I’ve ever seen complimented by a very comfortable bed, a beautiful bathroom, superb kitchen with everything you’d need and the recliners are the dogs danglies! Waking up in the morning with a cuppa sitting outside with the chickens gently clucking away is about as relaxing as you can get, pop your head over the wall and the Alpacas might come to visit. The surrounding area makes you feel as if you’re in the heart of the countryside but a plethora of stunning Yorkshire villages are within an easy 10-minute drive. This is a 15 out of 10 property and I’d eat my hat if you didn’t like it! P.S. Oh and there’s always “Treat Tuesday” to look forward to!

Excellent stay once again.

Hazel & Charlie brilliant hosts. Melsome Barn perfect home from home, did not want to leave at the end of our stay. Nice cake surprise mid week. We will be back.

we absolutely love it staying there.

the apartment is just so lovely its just the best… so big and spacious, so comfy, we would so recommend you going there…you would be spoiled …by every thing…10 out of 10…

A perfect cottage for two.

Hazel and Charlie could not be more helpful. unfortunately they cannot control the weather which was horrendous [storm Gettin!!!] The Christmas decorations and treats were lovely. Would return despite being trapped indoors for 6 days.

Excellent accommodation, fully equipped to a level you could expect at home.

In addition your host Hazel and Charlie are extremely friendly, attentive and helpful. No problem, fully recommending the barn, we had a great holiday. The only reason to give a 9 rating is that we found the depth of the entrance steps to be insufficient to fully support your foot, making attention necessary when descending and use of the handrail. Not a big thing for us but could be difficult for some.

Beautifully presented barn.

Home from home. Owners on site very accommodating, even with a power cut which was not their fault. Wonderful relaxing week exploring the Dales, thank you for an excellent holiday.

Wonderful week's holiday in Melsome Barn, it's very spacious and well equipped.

Hazel and Charlie were very welcoming and any questions soon sorted. The views were amazing. Would not hesitate to stay again.

The cottage is amassing great to see the Alpacas in the field .

Hazel and Charlie are a great boasts will be back.

Great, roomy accommodation with every need catered for.

Fabulous views, short walk to local pub with lovely dining area and good food on offer. Great walks from cottage into Giggleswick and Settle. Very helpful and attentive owners with generous welcome extras. Perfect all round.

Super property, great location and friendly, accommodating hosts.

We don't tend to revisit holiday bookings (too many places to visit and discover) but would love to return here. Highly recommended!

We had an enjoyable stay in Melsome Barn.

The accommodation was first class, spacious, clean and very well equipped. The views are spectacular and the gardens beautifully tended. The hens and alpacas a lovely bonus. Great local pub, lots of interesting places to visit nearby. Charlie and Hazel were friendly, informative hosts.

A beautifully situated property, quiet and peaceful with very welcoming hosts.

Extremely comfortable and well fitted out with incredible views. My husband loved that we could see steam trains passing by and the fact that we could walk to a station was a real bonus. I loved the chickens and alpacas as well as the hares, owls and other wild life which abounded.The wine and cake were lovely touches and much appreciated. Thank you for an excellent stay.

This was our 2nd stay at this property (two weeks).

The cottage is in a lovely setting, very homely and perfect to come back to after a long day sightseeing. It is well situated to visit some lovely attractions and we also enjoyed walking around the lanes. Once again, Hazel and Charlie made us very welcome, plus midweek treats of delicious cakes. It was a real pleasure to see them again. We would recommend staying here 100%. Nearly forgot to mention the Alpacas in the adjoining field, they are gorgeous and even got to see them being sheared (fascinating!).

The barn was exactly as described, it was beautifully presented and Hazel and Charlie were perfect hosts.

They were happy to leave us alone once they had shown us around but they were always on hand to help if needed. The area is absolutely stunning, with lots to do and see. Hazel text me details of a 40's weekend at Ingleton which we really enjoyed. We would definitely recommend and hope to return in the future. Almost forgot the milk, tea, coffee and wine when we arrived was a lovely touch as was the cream cake when we arrived back on Wednesday evening.

We thoroughly enjoyed our time at melsome barn.

It's a great base for a holiday in a beautiful area of England, between the lakes and the Yorkshire dales. The barn is very comfortable and homely well maintained and appointed. Hazel and Charlie made us very welcome and gave us good ideas about what to see in the local area. There are plenty of local amenities, a good supermarket and pubs (including one 5 minutes walk away) . Transport links are good, Giggleswick station is only a short walk away with trains eastward to Skipton and west to Carlisle and Morecambe. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend Melsome barn as an excellent place to stay.

We found Melsome barn well presented with some nice features.

It was very clean and spacious. Handy for the Railway station and lovely walks . We really enjoyed our time there .

Exellent cottage and lovely hosts

Can’t recommend this premise enough.

Presented to a very high standard with large spacious rooms throughout. Fitted out with all that you need. Hosts are very friendly, always on hand but never obtrusive. Amazing quiet location but in easy reach of Settle.

Melsome Barn is a gem of a property for a very enjoyable holiday in a stunning area.

Spotlessly clean with high spec spacious accommodation. Property is perfect and location has wonderful views So tranquil and calming yet position is great even if you don't want to use a car. 4 minute walk from train station, bus stop and the Craven Arms serving good food. Walks from the doorstep and 20 minute walk into Settle. The owners Hazel and Charlie are a delight . Friendly and helpful but not intrusive just wanting you to have an enjoyable holiday. A warm welcome with flowers, wine and milk in fridge awaiting us with tea coffee and biscuits. Even a midweek treat of cake!! On entering the barn we immediately felt we were on holiday. Definitely the best one bedroom property we have stayed in. Oh and mid week treat of Hazel dropping off cake for us! What a delight after a day of walking! We look forward to returning to Melsome Barn.

Stunning place everything considered smashing owners.

We will be back

As always a lovely stay.

Hazel & Charlie as usual were lovely and very helpful hosts. A great place to stay.

Lovely apartment, so much room.

Beautifully presented coupled with helpful hosts, whats not to like.

We have just returned from a thoroughly enjoyable week at Melsome Barn.

It was comfortable and warm, which is always a plus in early February! It is in an excellent location for wandering round the fascinating limestone country of North Yorkshire, the property is immaculate, and the owners are very helpful indeed (but not intrusive). We had a great time. Thank you Charles and Hazel.

Really enjoyed our stay.

The hosts were lovely and looked after us well.

What a wonderful place to stay!

Very easy to find, perfect location for getting out and about and very comfortable. Place was toasty when we arrived after a long and tiring journey on a wet Friday night. The owners are super friendly and even went to the effort of putting up some lovely decorations as we were celebrating an anniversary. The bottle of Prosecco was such a treat. As walkers we really appreciated having a hallway with hard flooring where we could divest of rather muddy clothes. If you want to cook the barn is well equipped. However there are some lovely restaurants around and owners are happy to offer suggestions. Can’t wait to go back again.

This was our second stay at Melsome Barn, very comfortable with everything you need ,spotlessly clean ,lovely walks from your doorstep, the hosts were very welcoming ,we will definitely be staying again in the not too distant future .

This lovely place is warm and comfortable, clean and modern.

We loved watching the sheep, alpacas/llamas and chickens and being able to watch the light changing across the hills and fields. There are lane walks from the door and it's about 20 mins walk into Settle. The whole area is beautiful. There was also lots of walking within a short drive away - so a good base for those wanting to stretch their legs (be it up a hill or along a river or bridleway) and to breathe in the fresh air. There were helpful walking books provided. There are lots of interesting villages around the area as well as good places to eat to suit all tastes and pockets. Our hosts, Hazel and Charlie were there to welcome us and ensure all was well. They let us be, during the week but were around to help quickly sort out a minor issue of a guest's noisy TV in the flat below, late one night. It was great to know they were concerned that we had the best holiday we could. They checked all remained well for us and even provided ideas for trips/ walks. The fresh flowers and lovely wine and cake were kind added extras. We did not want to leave!

The owners of the property were wonderful.

They were friendly, helpful and extremely kind. The property itself was lovely. It's cosy and comfortable, you couldn't want more. We had a great stay and would recommend to anyone wanting to explore a lovely part of the UK.

Hazel and Charlie Are lovely and really look after you .

It was like staying at a friends. Property is warm and comfy with fabulous views .

Melsome was a fantastic place to stay, luxury & spacious, brilliant views peaceful, we had alpacas for neighbours which were delightful.

Hazel & Charlie couldn't do enough for us, brought us some lovely buns for a Tuesday treat even offered to run us to further away places then we could catch the local train back as we hadn't got transport at that time.

The property is in an ideal location for exploring the area, close to the A65 and a 3 minute walk from Giggleswick railway station.

The property was very spacious and spotlessly clean, everything you could possibly need is provided. The owners Hazel and Charlie were very friendly and welcoming, the welcome bottle of wine was much appreciated and the treat Tuesday cakes were welcomed. Would highly recommend and would definitely stay again. Lisa & Alan

Spent a fantastic weeks holiday at Melsome Barn.

. Hazel and Charlie are wonderful hosts .. The accommodation is fantastically equipped and set in beautiful surroundings in a perfect location to visit all the Yorkshire dales . Highly recommended and would definitely return ..

Absolutely loved it.

This barn has been beautifully converted. Very spacious and light. We were made very welcome by the owners. Location was perfect for us to go off walking everyday and not far from Settle for anything needed. We didn't drive anywhere and walked to lots of lovely places.

A lovely barn conversion with great views.

Very spacious , well equipped, lovely furnishings and well presented accommodation with everything you could need. Hazel and Charlie are lovely hosts and very helpful but not intrusive. The welcome gifts and the Tuesday Treats are a lovely extra and very nice thank you. Great position for exploring the area and convenient to Settle. Definitely recommend this property and would stay there again. We had a lovely relaxing time.

Had a wonderful stay this place is a little gem.

We can't fault anything about it, the owners are lovely, can't do enough for you. We had a bottle of wine and a pint of milk in the fridge waiting when we got there. Thankyou for the fresh eggs and treat Tuesday. All these are wonderful little touches that just make you feel special. They don't pester you but they are on hand if you need anything. Hazel and Charlie are lovely We will definitely be back for another stay thanks guys.

This was our second visit to Melsome Barn and we enjoyed the holiday as much as our first visit.

The barn was immaculately clean, spacious and very tastefully presented. Hazel and Charlie gave us another warm welcome with little treats on arrival and throughout the week included fresh eggs from the Melsome hens. Hazel's local knowledge on best places to eat and shop was invaluable. The local Craven Arms a few minutes walk away is highly recommended. A most enjoyable week with some good walks and an entertaining train journey to Appleby. We will hopefully be returning to Melsome Barn to enjoy the hospitality and explore more of the Dales. Jim & Christine.

Beautiful property so comfortable, the only issue we had the bed was a bit to warmmfor us and the fridge wasn't really cold enough but that was it.

The owners were exceptionally welcoming and so nice even brought us a lovely gift of eggs that were so fresh they will still warm!! and a cake because it was Treat Tuesday it was so nice. Would not hesitate to book here again as we had a really restful week and would recommend the property to anybody.

We love this place been several times.

Excellent owners who make you feel very welcome. Very clean and tidy , great location lovely base for your excersions in the dales

We have stayed at many self catering properties and Hazel and Charlie are by far the best and most thoughtful hosts we have met, 11 out of 10!

Friendliest welcome, spotlessly clean accommodation, fantastic views, well stocked kitchen, has thought of everything and nothing is too much trouble you only need to ask. Great location, nice walk in to Settle, easy 3 minute walk to Giggleswick station and pub that does excellent Sunday lunch. Lovely welcome pack and worth staying for 'Treat Tuesday' ! Warm and cosy and would we return - DEFINITELY.

As I said to Hazel it was even nicer than we had imagined from the photos.

Our hosts were great and the situation was perfect for us. We hope to be back sometime. Top marks.

Thankyou so much for the holiday break, really enjoyed your holiday home, it was very relaxing and well needed, and Thankyou for the birthday surprise when I got in was very nice of u both, would highly recommend your holiday home to anyone, would definitely stay again thanks again

This was one of the best UK holidays we've ever had.

We found Melsome Barn very spacious, clean, warm, and well-equipped, with lovely views over the surrounding countryside (and the sheep, hens and alpacas!). Everything was well-made, easy to use and attractive. Hazel and Charlie were perfect hosts, providing a warm and helpful welcome and leaving us to ourselves for the rest of the week. We enjoyed visiting Settle, and the Settle-Carlisle railway trip was lovely, even on a grey day; Morecambe and Lancaster are within easy reach too, and we returned each day to relax on the big comfy reclining sofa and watch a Netflix movie in the evening. All in all, pretty much perfect, thank you :-)

A lovely well equipped and warm cottage.

Hazel and Charlie were great hosts and made us very welcome. Would happily return.

We absolutely loved our stay at Melsome Barn!

The Barn was spotlessly clean, spacious, comfortable, warm and beautifully furnished and decorated. The bed was super comfortable, kitchen was well equipped and the walk in shower was amazing. Hazel and Charlie were so friendly and left us some delicious biscuits + drinks in the Barn - we also loved our Tuesday Treat! We would highly recommend this place and will definitely be coming back! Thank you :)

The barn was very well maintained.

Very clean and tidy .You are provided with a welcome pack and nice bottle of wine for night one .in a great location to venture out on your dales experience the owners were very welcoming .Good secure parking we .loved the effort of treat day all the facilities you require in the barn with great views over the hills.Only a 20 min walk into Seetle .We loved our stay and hope to be back next year Michael and Elaine

Melsome was a airey, warm and clean cottage, all facilites provided.

The hosts Hazel and Charlie were friendly, and more than willing to help in any way possible and regularly checked that everything was ok for us, they also provided welcoming extras(wine, milk, biscuits and a very much appreciated "tuesday treat from the local bakery), everything ticked the excellent box. Tony & Jennifer.

Hazel and Charlie were excellent hosts and we would highly recommend Melsome Barn as a base to explore the Yorkshire Dales, its perfect.

Melsome Barn was a fantastic place to stay, decorated to a very high standard, furnished to a very high standard and everything you needed, amazing views but what made it the best place we have stayed is the owners Hazel and Charlie, they are so friendly and helpful, nothing is to much trouble, the lovely treats that were left and the custard slices for treat Tuesday, were amazing, it was our wedding anniversary while we were there and I opened our door to strawberrys, prosecco and a lovely banner, nothing is to much trouble for them, they are definitely two of life's nice people and I would recommend melsome barn and these lovely people as hosts to everyone.

Thanks Hazel and Charlie for everything. Tracey and Paul

This was the second time that I have stayed here in the last 17 months and again I was not disappointed.

Both Hazel and Charlie were, as before, were wonderful hosts. It is also ideally located for the Three Peaks, approximately 20 to 30 mins drive.

An absolutely amazing holiday.

We could not rate the barn, the facilities and the owners highly enough. Hazel and Charlie were fabulous, and the attention to detail and comfort in an idyllic location just outside Settle. We will be back soon.

The barn conversion exceeded our expectations in its huge size, comfort, attention to detail and stunning views, but Hazel and Charlie, the on site owners, are truly amazing hosts.

They are both very friendly and there were treats provided, which helped to make this a special holiday...red wine, a vase of flowers, hand made style biscuits, birthday banners for friends who were joining us for a meal, eggs from the lovely hens and delicious cheese cakes on one evening. Everywhere was gleaming and it felt luxurious/excellent value for money. The week of Mediterranean sunshine meant we made the most of the beautiful garden and visited some beautiful spots; we will be back at a cooler time of year to do some walks around the area. It is well located for the railway stations in both Giggleswick and Settle,( a pretty little town), for adventures further affield if you don't fancy taking the car. We have earmarked a train trip to Skipton and a trip on the Settle to Carlisle railway next time. We would love to return very soon.

We had such a lovely week at Melsome Barn.

The property is really fabulous and so tastefully furnished with everything you could possibly need for a week away. The hosts, Hazel and Charlie were so welcoming and friendly and nothing was too much trouble for them. They left us wine and milk on arrival and fresh eggs from the hens. Hazel then brought us a cake and loaf of bread from Settle on market day. When the weather turned a little cooler Hazel was quick to ask if we wanted heating on and Charlie even offered to drive us to a restaurant one night so we could have a drink. The property is in a very quiet area, surrounded by fields and sheep. We loved the peace and quiet but it was also nice to only be 5 minutes drive from Settle and a few minutes walk from the Craven Arms, where we had a couple of meals which were very good. We walked the 3 Yorkshire peaks while there which are all within easy driving distance from the property. It was so nice to return after a days walking to the comfort of the barn. We would highly recommend this property, not only for its location but also because of the quality of everything in the property. But mostly because of Hazel and Charlie who really provide that extra special personal touch to make your holiday so relaxed. We hope to return. ( Just a note, there is another equally lovely ground floor barn below Melsome which sleeps 2 and can accommodate a dog, so it would be ideal for 2 couples to stay here, having their own space but being able to join up for meals etc.) Debbie and Chris, June 2021

Hazel & Charlie the owner are extremely helpful, warm and welcoming.

The barn is very spacious, warm, beautifully furnished and the fixtures and fittings are of very good quality and there is very little you could possibly want that isn’t there. Highly recommend this rental, we have been to many holiday rentals over the years and this one is up there with the very best.

Super comfortable accommodation and friendly, welcoming hosts in a beautiful part of the world.

Even the torrential rain didn't dampen our spirits! Very central location for travelling around the area and a comfortable 20 minute walk into Settle. Would not hesitate to recommend this property and look forward to a return visit one day.

Absolutely delightful accommodation and wonderful hosts in a wonderful area.

We had a fantastic week at Melsome Barn.

The barn was immaculately clean, spacious and very tastefully presented. A warm welcome from Hazel and Charlie with little treats on arrival and throughout the week included fresh eggs from the Melsome hens. Hazel provided us with useful local information on best places to eat and shop. The local Craven Arms a few minutes walk away, was very pleasant for an early (outside) evening meal and drink considering restrictions and time of year. A most enjoyable week with some good walks in the dales and along the Ribble Way. We will certainly be returning to Melsome Barn to enjoy the hospitality and to explore more of the Dales. Jim & Christine.

We had a wonderful holiday despite the weather.

☔️We appreciated the wine and goodies after a delayed start to the holiday. Amazing accommodation and hosts. Hazel even brought us a cake from the Tuesday market. Just two little things we noticed. We would have liked some egg cups and a fish slice but in the grand scheme of things small points. Loved the alpacas and chickens. Would definitely return. Thank you. Sue and Mark

This was a fantastic break.

The accommodation is lovely and has everything you could possibly need for a good break. The owners were extremely nice and were on hand throughout if we needed anything. I would highly recommend this place. Giggleswick / Settle is a wonderful place and very much nicer than I had anticipated. There is a surprise around every corner.

The reason why the holiday exceeded our expectations is the personal attitude and touches of the owners, from complimentary eggs from their own hens to a couple of slices of cake!

Very nice! Also very forthcoming in answering questions and making recommendations for places to go. The barn conversion is really luxurious and in a perfect location for discovering the area. Being in walking distance to the local pub is a bonus and the meals we had there were excellent. Will definitely book again!

We had a really lovely week at Melsome Barn.

The owners Hazel and Charlie made us most welcome and gave us advice of places to visit locally. The accommodation is very spacious, clean, warm and comfortable. Lovely views from the barn and we enjoyed the presence of the alpacas, goats and chickens. Secure off road parking. We love the Yorkshire Dales and hope to stay at Melsome Barn when we return to this area.

Melsome barn was a lovely place to stay, and I would recommend it to anyone else.

However I was very disappointed with Sykes Cottages as a company. I was nervous about going on holiday, sleeping on a mattress that someone else had slept on 24 hrs. previously, and tried to contact Sykes, but when I telephoned and went through all the channels, I kept being cut off. I emailed Sykes but they didn't get back to me until after they had taken the full cost of the holiday from my account. So I was then prevented from cancelling my holiday. They eventually emailed me 2 weeks before going to say no one was going to be staying in the barn for 3 days before we were due to go. However when we arrived we discovered this was false as the barn was let and the people had only vacated that morning. So I will not be using Sykes again.

Excellent holiday accommodation, has everything one needs for a perfect stay.

Hazel & Charlie are very welcoming & take care to ensure comfort. Peaceful area surrounded by beautiful scenery.

Melsome Barn is a fantastic apartment, spotlessly clean and very comfortable.

Everything needed for a stay had been provided. Surrounded by fields with stunning views, but only 5 mins walk from the Craven Arms, and about 20/30 mins easy walk into Settle, (go via the river walk). The owners Hazel & Charlie were very helpful and friendly, giving details of places to visit, eat at and shop at. Some welcome provisions made for a lovely surprise on our arrival. Would rebook again if visiting this location, and would recommend, ideally placed for visiting all the attractions in the area.

Everything and more we could have wished for.

Hazel and Charlie made us very welcome and couldn't do enough for us. The barn was spotless and always warm with a lovely log fire nice fresh eggs off Hazel and the local pub just a 3 minute walk away although you wouldn't think so when you look at the fantastic views from the windows

We had a great holiday in this beautiful barn conversion.

It is very tastefully decorated and equipped with everything we needed. Very roomy and comfortable and Hazel and Charlie were very friendly and kind hosts. Highlights were receiving a market day treat , bottle of Shiraz and hand feeding the gorgeous alpacas. Love it !

Fantastic setting in beautiful surroundings.

Hazel and Charlie are lovely, friendly and very welcoming. The accommodation is not wanting for anything and is the perfect location for multiple trips out. We will be back :-) Matt & Netty, Milton Keynes.

Melsome Barn was amazing.

... for comfort its the best place we have stayed in so far. Very good facilities, wonderfully warm and comfy. Great location for visiting places and walking. Fantastic hosts who could not do enough to be welcoming and helpful. Would recommend Melsome Barn to anyone, we had a wonderful holiday.

Wonderful week in what is the best self catering accommodation we have stayed in.

Spacious, comfortable and spotlessly clean the barn is quietly positioned but close enough to local facilities including a good pub, shops and transport links. Hazel and Charlie are wonderful hosts who would do anything for you if needed, whilst allowing you privacy even though you are, indeed, sharing their home, It is not a case of if, but when we will return

The cottage is beautiful and beautifully laid out everything you need is there Hazel and Charlie are great hosts.

It is in the best location for sight seeing and gorgeous views. We will be aiming to go back and stay here if we are in that area again. Highly recommend this .

We enjoyed this holiday emmensely.

Melsome Barn is luxurious, spacious and well equipped. The views from the balcony are amazing. Hazel and Charlie made us very welcome and they were very generous with their gifts of free range eggs, cake, beer, and useful information on where to go etc. We highly recommend this Barn for a relaxing, therapeutic and amazing experience. The location is ideal for walking, exploring and visiting lots of interesting places. The countryside around is wonderful. A much needed break and will definitely visit again.

The barn was beautifully restored, well and attractively furnished with new furniture, fittings & equipment.

(i.e. not filled with someone's cast-offs which we have exoerienced). Good parking, quiet situation, garden. The owners are delightful: thoughtful, helpful, kind and good humoured. Plenty of useful information in the barn about local facilities and activities. The surrounding countryside is, of course, glorious and we were blessed , mostly, with good weather. A relaxing and happy stay. The actual booking arrangements with Sykes was neither impressive nor good.

The accommodation was very spacious, modern and well equipped - even the knifes were sharp!

Very comfortable and in an extremely picturesque location. Superb views all round and very handy for the Giggleswick Station and the Craven Arms pub.

Melsome Barn is a beautiful holiday cottage in a fabulous area.

Comfortable, exceptionally clean accommodation and extremely well placed for exploring the area. Hazel and Charlie are extremely helpful and friendly. They live in the farm house in the grounds of the holiday cottage and are therefore close by should any problems arise. We would highly recommend this cottage.

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Hazel and Charlie were very welcoming and helpful with suggestions for places to visit.

Melsome Barn has roomy accommodation, is very comfortable and a pleasure to come back to after a day out. It is situated in a quiet position with beautiful views, five minutes from Settle and ideal for visiting the Yorkshire Dales.

The property was first class.

The owners couldn't be more friendly or helpful. This, together with the area being a delight to visit with plenty to do and easy to get around, makes this property highly desirable.

Melsome barn is quite superb.

It has space in abundance and all that you need and more. Everything works, the bed is supremely comfortable and the shower is a delight. The location is quiet, and ideal for access to many of the Dale's attractions. And to cap it all off, the hosts are the epitome of hospitality. No! We are not relatives or some-one familiar trying to talk it all up. It just is a truly lovely place to pass time joyfully.

We spent six nights at Melsome and had a wonderful stay.

The property is set in a beautiful location and equipped with everything you could possibly need. Hazel and Charlie are great hosts and were available should we have needed them - not that we did as everything was perfect. On arrival, there was milk in the fridge, fresh flowers, wine and cakes which was a lovely touch. There are lots of walks accessible from the property in some of the most beautiful parts of the Yorkshire Dales. Our highlights were Settle to Stainton, Malham (absolutely breathtaking) and pen-y-ghent. We also spent a day in the Lake District which is a very easy drive from the property. The kitchen is very well equipped to cook your own meals but there are also lots of nice places to eat near by as well. After a day out hiking Melsome was the perfect place to return to and relax before the next days adventures, if you can drag yourself out of the most comfortable bed ever that is! Thanks Hazel and Charlie for a wonderful stay, we have already started thinking about dates for our next visit.

The place is really lovely, and the Hazel and Charlie were so welcoming.

I really felt like they would sort out any issues we had. The barn conversion had everything we needed and was very homely. It was a great base for our walking holiday. The only thing I would say is that if you want to have a lie in I would recommend an eye-mask as the skylights in the bedroom are not fitted with blinds. Other than that we had a fantastic time and would recommend.

A five star stay!

I do not have a single negative comment to make about our stay at Melsome Barn. We were warmly greeted on arrival by the owner Hazel (who was always on hand if we had any questions) and shown around what I would describe as a wonderfully generous, luxurious and spotlessly clean, home-from-home. We were also treated to a bottle of wine and some little cakes, which was a lovely touch. The open-plan lounge / diner / kitchen, was large and yet still somehow very cosy. The log burner was a Godsend as we had a blast of very chilly weather! The kitchen was equipped with everything we needed, not that we cooked much for ourselves as the local (a couple of minute's walk) served great food. It was great to have a dishwasher, who wants to be doing dishes on holiday! My husband's main requirement is a great shower, and this one did not disappoint! The bedroom was huge, with a picture window overlooking the alpaca neighbours! The bed was super comfy and there was plenty of storage for us both. The location was great, just off the main road, and yet we were not bothered by any vehicle noise. Settle is a lovely little town and there are walks from the door, or the Three Peaks are easily accessible if you are a bit more ambitious.

The hosts were very welcoming and nothing was too much trouble the cottage was excellent and I would definitely recommend it ,I look forward to staying again hopefully in the not too distant future

Thank you to Hazel & Charlie, for a magical experience.

We knew it would be a wonderful stay, as the night we arrived, how proud you were to show us around. We are grateful for sharing the barn with us, and for being so hospitable. We felt completely at home and comfortable, and know anybody else who stays here will enjoy it as much as us. Adam & Danielle

The holiday let Melsome near Settle was really lovely .

It was well such a comfortable place to stay . The owners Hazel and Charlie were really helpful nothing was too much trouble.They also added extra welcoming touches such as wine and cake,milk and tea etc.Every thing was there that we needed.Would recomend it.

The cottage was welcoming and in an excellent location.

The hosts were fantastic, helpful and accommodating. Would definitely book again. A wonderful place to stay!!

The property was in a great location, a lovely pub nearby, and easy access to much of the Yorkshire Dales.

There was so much space in the property itself but it still felt cosy with wood burning stove and open plan kitchen/dining/living area. Hazel made us feel welcome straight away and was always on hand to make sure everything was okay. Couldn’t fault anything about our stay. Thank you so much