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2 Guests
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1 Bedroom
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1 Bathroom
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Pets No
Features
- Off road parking
- Ground floor accommodation
- Ground floor bedroom
- Pub/shop < 1 mile
- Washing machine
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
78 Customer Reviews
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"Wonderful property."
We were made to feel very welcome.Surroundings very quiet and peaceful.
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"The cottage and its setting in peaceful, beautiful Yorkshire countryside was delightful."
We particularly liked the attention to detail in the courtyard garden.
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"We had a wonderful stay at this lovely cottage, enjoying every minute of it!"
Beautiful countryside, a wide range of cosy pubs with good food and decent ales just a short drive away; Victoria and her family couldn't have been more hospitable, they made us feel very much at home and were extremely friendly and helpful, yet unobtrusive. Just the perfect hosts! We can highly recommend booking a stay at Wallerthwaite Barn Cottage.
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"We hebben geweldig genoten in de cottage."
Wat een leuk huisje. Oook het contact met de eigenaresse was heel goed. We overwegen zeker om nog een keer naar deze cottage terug te keren.
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"A beautiful cottage set in wonderful surroundings."
The property is very well maintained & everything you could possibly require is available on site. The cottage is fully equipped & extremely comfortable. We were given a warm welcome by the owners who were always willing to answer any questions & advise on places to visit. We had a relaxing holiday & a great experience. We would thoroughly recommend Wallerthwaite Barn Cottage - five star in every way.
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"The cottage is located in an immaculately kept barn complex shared with the owner and her parents, quiet and with a sunny complex."
It has been well designed to maximise the space and the owner Victoria has thought of everything, in fact it is the best equipped cottage we have ever stayed in. A generous welcome pack set the tone and we were able to enjoy the many places of interest nearby as well as suggested local pubs. We hope to return.
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"Well designed, comfortable and easy to maintain holiday property for 2 people."
The owner has been thoughtful in a creative to ensure that comprehensive instructions are available to deal with all routine and emergency situations. I particularly liked the supply of a selection of phone charging cables. The owner made sure that I felt welcomed and supported in a non-intrusive way. The cottage is well equipped and freshly decorated and sited in attractive surroundings. I would happily book this property again
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"Thank you Victoria, Olivia and Derick for your hospitality."
Wallerthwaite Barn Cottage is a beautiful, cosy, clean and well equipped cottage. It is an excellent location for exploring North Yorkshire.
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"One of the nicest properties I’ve stayed in."
Spotlessly clean, very complete, a beautiful garden and the owners could’t be nicer. 5 stars!!
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"The cottage is very nice and has everything you need for a comfortable holiday."
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"Wow what a find."
This is a fabulous little cottage in a lovely setting. It is immaculate both inside and out and has everything you need for a perfect break. Lots of great walks and countryside and of course Harrogate and Ripon are just a short drive. Had a lovely Sunday lunch at The Yorkshire Hussar just 10 minutes walk away. The hosts Victoria and her family are just amazing and nothing is too much trouble. I would give this cottage 11 out of 10 as it is without doubt one of the best we have stayed in.
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"A rating of 10 really isn't sufficient, this cottage is magnificent, every detail has been thought through, the standard of the furnishings and every aspect of the property is first-class."
The wonderful cake and wine was another very special touch. We hope to return again in the future.
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"My wife and I had a wonderful week at Wallerthwaite Cottage."
The cottage was spotless and we were made to feel very welcome by Victoria the owner. The next time we plan to visit North Yorkshire I would have no hesitation in booking this cottage. We certainly hope to visit again.
Thank you so much for your kind words about the cottage I am glad that you had a wonderful week in North Yorkshire and we look forward to seeing you again Property Owner
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"This is a delightful cottage in a delightful area."
So many beautiful places close by to visit. The cottage is cosy and has everything you could need. Lovely touches of wine, biscuits and milk to greet us. Useful folder of local information. Owner lives on premises, so if we had encountered a problem (which we didn’t) it would have been easy to get a resolution. Very friendly family - would recommend this holiday thoroughly!
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"A well furnished property tastefully set out to a high standard."
Very friendly reception by the owners on site. The lighting level within the property was rather low but could be improved by the use of cool or daylight led's. Well suited for for walking and outdoor activities.
Thank you for your feedback, just to make future guests aware, the LED's are in fact Cool LED's (I have double checked the box). Property Owner
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"Excellent well equipped and comfortable cottage ."
Modern appliances , great ensuite , comfortable bed .Beautiful tended surroundings to enjoy sitting out . Appreciated the welcome gifts. Short walk to village pub and shop .
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"Cottage and the people all good cottage lovely and clean everything you needed thank you"
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"Having used sykes cottages for around five plus years i would like to say the cottage was the best we have stayed in."
on entering the driveway of the property ample parking and very tidy gardens around the cottage.on entering the cottage right away you could see a wonderfull place to stay. the owners have thought of everything very nice welcome pack comfortable bed and all the other nice touches.very clean and tidy to a very high standard.a big thank you to victoria and family.FROM KEITH
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"The property was lovely with a great outdoor space in the courtyard for evening drinks!"
Very well equipped and the owners were friendly and helpful. The only downside is it's a Friday to Friday let, and we find travelling much busier than a Saturday. Otherwise it was brilliant!!
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"A lovely one bed cottage with all the facilities you would require on a holiday."
Very friendly and helpful owners with lots of useful advice. We were extremely happy with our stay and would recommend it.
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"This is a superb cottage, certainly the best equipped we have ever experienced."
It is part of fairly recently converted barns and we were very impressed with the quality of the build. We wished for nothing and the owner and family were really pleasant and helpful. If returning to Yorkshire (and we hope we will) we would certainly try to book this cottage.
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"A beautiful exquisite cottage with a sunny courtyard to sit and dine in."
Exceptional host/useful welcome pack. In gorgeous countryside yet within easy reach of amenities.
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"Though this is a smaller cottage than we usually book, everything we needed and more, was thoughtfully provided by the owner."
We received a warm welcome and would happily return to the property which was well situated for visiting the Dales and historic buildings.
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"We love everything about this property - the location, the friendly welcome and the beautiful home that provides you with absolutely everything you could possibly want or need."
We have stayed at many Sykes properties now, but this is by far our favourite place…… we will be back many times in years to come. Highly recommended!!
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"Thanks for a wonderful stay."
No shortage of footpaths and bridle paths to explore.
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"This cottage is perfect for couples & ideally situated for visiting Fountains Abbey, Harlow Carr Gardens, Ripon & Harrogate."
But what makes it special is the delightful secluded courtyard garden, the perfect place to relax after a day out. Victoria provides excellent detailed information about local eateries, walks & local places of interest. We highly recommend ‘The Malt Shovel’ at Brearton! Would we stay here again…….yes!
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"Excellent nothing more can be asked for of this property."
Victoria &her parents are always a pleasure to be with, hence this is why we returned this year. Lovely hosts and property in ideal position for many interesting places to visit.
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"Great welcome when we arrived, great place to stay, very well equipped, and very relaxing."
The local bus "36" to Ripon and Harrogate, very good.
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"An absolutely super holiday let."
What I liked were the little extras such as a variety of sized containers for use in the kitchen, the universal charger and the extra gifts which were all appreciated. There were of ways that our stay so comfortable and enjoyable.
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"We loved the cottage as it had everything we wanted and was beautifully kept."
It was nice and cosy just enough for two people. Our hosts were very helpful and we had some nice extra touches on arrival with chocolates and a bottle of cava. Everything worked well and we loved the walk-in shower. It was well equipped with everything you would need. In a lovely quiet area but still quite central for getting to places like Ripon, Harrogate and York plus the Beautiful Dales. We would certainly have no reservations in staying there again.
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"A lovely little cottage equiped to the highest standard ."
the owner and family very helpful and wellcoming . the cottage was very close to plenty of places to eat . This was our first break away since lockdown and just what the doctor ordered .Will return.
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"The cottage was lovely, well equipped, comfortable and spotless."
Victoria the owner was very pleasant and helpful.
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"Lovely cosy cottage."
Warm and well equipped. Victoria was very welcoming and provided a very useful welcome pack. Even though the weather was dreadful we visited the recommended restaurants (The Inn at Lower Staunton, The Ivy and then Betty’s in Harrogate, The Old Boar Inn at Ripley and The Storehouse Kitchen in Ripon). All provided excellent food.
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"Victoria, Olivia and Derick made us feel very welcome and the welcome pack was exceptional ie delicious chocolate cake."
wine,eggs.biscuits etc. Lovely shower and everything was there that we needed, car park was brilliant. this is the best cottage we have ever stayed at and would thoroughly recommend it. first class
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"Wallerthwaite Cottage was very good with every aspect excellent."
Our stay was enhanced by the fact that we had very good weather which enabled us to visit many places of interest.e.g.York; Brimham Rocks;Fountains Abbey;Mother Shiptons cave. We were very disappointed by the fact that we visited Castle Howard only to find that the house and gardens were closed as they were "Filming there' This all brought home to me the fact that one must book if you want to visit these places because the same applied to Yorkminster. To cap it all, whilst my wife walked round the York City walls ,I went to the National Railway Museum only to find it was closed. All in all ,you would think this all a disaster but 'no, it was disappointing but,there were other things to do which more than made up for it Would I go back to Wallerthwaite Cottage, An emphatic "Yes".
Thank you for you kind words about your stay at Wallerthwaite Barn Cottage , I'm glad that you found it " excellent " During these extraordinary times of COVID - 19 , I have been advising guests to book ahead for any attractions they wish to visit to avoid disappointment as many places will only allow you to pre book and not turn up on the day . Property Owner
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"Our stay at the cottage was very relaxing,first class accomadation."
Victoria and her parents were extremely friendly.The goodies on arrival were much appreciated.The cottage is so well equipped and in a perfect location for all the places we visited. We have booked for next year as there are places we still have to visit.
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"Enjoyed a lovely week in this beautiful barn conversion- small, but perfect for two."
A delightful courtyard garden was ideal for enjoying a glass of wine after days out exploring the local area - Ripley, Ripon and Harrogate. Can highly recommend visits to Fountains Abbey and the Himalayan Gardens. Victoria and her family were very welcoming and helpful. Cake and wine in the welcome pack were much appreciated
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"Great location best cottage we have stayed in everything you needed was there ..."
Great location best cottage we have stayed in everything you needed was there victoria and her mum and dad could not have bee more helpful
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"We had a wonderful stay in Wallerthwaite Barn Cottage."
Victoria and her parents were so warm, welcoming and friendly! It is the perfect location for exploring the Yorkshire Dales: a fabulous mix of culture and outdoor exploring both on foot and by bicycle (admittedly ebikes were very welcome when tackling the hills!). The cottage is really well equipped; no stone was unturned when it came to kitting it out for guests. The welcome pack was very 'welcoming' indeed. All in all, we can't recommend Wallerthwaite highly enough!
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"Cottage was lovely and spotless,the owners were very friendly and helpful,highly recommend going there"
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"Definitely the best self catering accommodation we have ever experienced."
Victoria provided everything we needed and more. Thank you.
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"The cottage provided a perfect "wrap round" cozy retreat in a stunning setting."
The owners could not have been more attentive and friendly and the wine, cake and other treats were very much appreciated. To come "home" from the delights of the local area to sit in a gorgeous courtyard and have a cold glass of wine was the perfect end of the day for us. Would love to return to finish off the local attractions.
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"Very warm welcome from the family."
Fabulous location, beautifully equipped lovely outside space to relax in and the welcome goodies were indeed most welcome, particularly the chocolate cake and the wine. Very well located for the places that we wanted to visit, Fountains Abbey and Studley Water Park, RHS Harlow Carr, the Nidderdale Valley etc. Stunning countryside drives in every direction. Great pubs on the doorstep. All in all, we didn't want to leave.
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""Cottage" is almost misleading!"
Wallerthwaite Barn Cottage is a real GEM,both interior and exterior are of the highest possible standards and everything,and just about anything,you may need for your stay is provided.Victoria,the owner, and her family were welcoming, friendly, and were more than helpful with any queries either about the accommodation or the surrounding area. I cannot praise Wallerthwaite Barn Cottage,or it`s owner, highly enough.A lovely place in a beautiful area.
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"Wonderful week in the Yorkshire Dales the accommodation was fantastic and the attention to detail was great."
Owner and family were verywelcoming, we would definitely return.
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"Wallerthwaite Barn Cottage is the perfect location for a holiday, relaxed or active, and as a base from which to explore North Yorkshire and the many treasures of Britain that are within easy reach: Ripon, Harrogate, Bettys Tea Shop, Fountains Abbey and of course York."
The cottage is well appointed, comfortable and collocated with the owners superb example of a well-designed barn conversion. Surrounded by farmland and a short walk to the local store and post office, the cottage is just four-miles from the excellent shops, cafes and restaurants of Ripon, and close to a range of excellent pubs and restaurants. Yorkshire at its brilliant best!
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"Wallerthwaite Cottage was an idyllic accommodation including all that we could wish for in our restful break."
Our host ensured that our 5 star, homely cottage was very well equipped. The location was perfect for us to base ourselves from to visit the delights offered within easy reach of our bolthole. We enjoyed basking in the early evening rays whilst relaxing in the comfortable privacy of our patio seating. Perfect.
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"The cottage was beautiful and cosy ."
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"Set in a very quiet area the immaculate Wallerthwaite Barns Cottage exceeded our expectations it really was everything as per the publication and more 5* plus."
.very nice hosts even left us a welcome gift which was a nice touch ... if you are looking for quality then book it you will not be disappointed
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"'A Perfect Getaway' On arrival we were met by Victoria who was welcoming and nothing was too much trouble."
The place is beautifully presented with a real attention to detail and is situated in a quiet, picturesque location. A 'Welcome Pack' which included eggs, coffee, tea, sugar, milk and a delicious homemade cake was a lovely touch and in the property there was also an information pack of local places to visit and recommended places to eat. The cottage was an ideal base to explore interesting places including Ripon, Harrogate and Fountains Abbey. A great place - thank you!
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"Excellent location."
Cottage well furnished and had all facilities required. Welcome pack is a thoughtful touch.
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"I am somewhat disabled."
However we were able to visit various locations in North Yorkshire which we had known from previous times. The cottage was very well appointed. Of course the owner could not enter while we were resident but that was not essential. We enjoyed our stay and would recommend the cottage to any other couple, but without children.
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"Wonderful warm welcome and a lovely break."
Most enjoyable.
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"Everything about the cottage was comfortable and so well equipped."
The owners were very friendly and made us welcome. The surrounding courtyard and gardens were beautiful. There was lots of local information of where to go and where to eat in a folder in the cottage. We would certainly recommend this cottage to anyone wanting a holiday in this part of Yorkshire
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"The hosts were incredibly welcoming and instantly made us feel at home at their beautiful cottage."
The cottage had all the facilities we could possibly have needed and the location was stunning. It was excellent value for money in a beautiful location and we would highly recommend. Thank you.
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"This is a truly wonderful cottage - renovated and furnished to an exceptionally high standard - in a beautiful part of North Yorkshire."
We received a warm welcome from our hosts and were provided with a welcome pack that exceeded the description; the homemade cake in particular was delicious! We really enjoyed our stay and exploration of the local area although, admittedly, it was difficult to leave the comfort of the cottage. Highly recommended!
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"The accommodation was small but there was only 2 of us and it was clean and fresh and reasonably comfortable ,lovely bed Unfortunately do to covid the Yorkshire show was called off and many of the attractions were closed."
But we’re going back this year hopefully there’ll be more to do
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"Recommended to anyone seeking peace, tranquility and a friendly welcome in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales!"
We plan to return soon.. Chris & Carine
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"An excellent cottage in a great location, so handy for Ripon and Harrogate, with lots of wee villages in between and great local pubs too."
We enjoyed very good local walking in the area. There is so much to do and see Our hosts Derek and Olivia were very welcoming and friendly. They gave us loads of local information especially on where to eat out locally, and recommended good walks too. The cottage was very well equipped and also very comfortable. All in all a first class holiday experience.
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"Wonderful if you want peace and quiet."
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"The cottage had been refurbished to an extremely high standard, with quality fittings and furnishings and was exceptionally well equipped."
The underfloor heating made it cosy throughout (though it was slow to respond to adjustment up or down). We were treated to a lavish welcome pack that included wine, delicious farm eggs and chocolate cake; and we appreciated being supplied with milk, butter, oil, salt and pepper, teabags and coffee. All this made for a comfortable and enjoyable stay; we would hope to return when we visit the area again.
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"A brilliant welcome from the owners with a wonderful goody pack to greet us."
Ideal compact cottage for two people in a perfect position for exploring the Dales
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"A very warm welcome from Derek,Olivia and Victoria,the welcome pack of scones,butter jam and milk was a nice touch, also a bottle of wine in fridge."
The cottage was perfect,spotlessly clean and well presented, ideally situated in a nice quiet village,but near to Ripon and Harrogate and the nearby dales.We had a perfect weeks holiday, everyone was most helpful, and we will be recommending this property to our friends.All in all,a great experience.
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"This courage is a little gem."
It is comfortable, clean and well appointed. Every small detail has been taken into account. The warm welcome from Victoria, Olivia and Derek was wonderful, they were so friendly and helpful. We had a very chilled and relaxing 5 days at the cottage. Thoroughly recommend it.
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"This was a great bolt hole for two in a country location yet close to Ripon and Harrogate."
Barn cottage was well appointed with lovely landscaping. We had a warm welcome and helpful local advice from Derek, Olivia and Victoria. Lesley and Michael Burke.
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"We had not used Sykes Holiday Cottages before and were very pleased that the standard of the accommodation at Wallerthwaite Barn Cottage was excellent."
It is a very clean, well appointed and delightfully furnished. The welcome pack was much appreciated especially the lovely warm scones. We were met by Derek and Olivia on arrival, and the owner Victoria is very conscientious and caring about her visitors. We were even given a second bottle of wine when the music from a village gathering could be heard at the cottage. A really charming and sociable family. It was a pleasure to meet them. The cottage is well placed between Ripon and Harrogate and there are plenty of interesting places to visit together with the beautiful Yorkshire Dales. We would recommend this accommodation and Sykes Holiday Cottages to anyone.
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"We would like to extend the biggest thank you possible to Victoria, Derek and Olivia for making our weeks stay at Wallerthwaite Barn Cottage the most wonderful time possible."
This was our first time in a Sykes cottage and we couldn't believe the extent Victoria had gone to make our time there as comfortable as possible. The provisions, such as the towels, tea, coffee, sugar and cleaning materials provided were all top quality and the welcome pack which included wine, scones, jam and butter were a really generous touch. The cottage had everything in it to make it a home from home. So clean and spotless. The location is quiet and peaceful and close to Ripon, Harrogate, Thirsk and the Dales. Fountains Abbey is only a couple of miles away too. We really enjoyed meeting and chatting with you. Well done on having such a beautiful property and home. We would have no hesitation in recommending this property to Sykes customers and hope very much to return sometime in the future.
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"Everything about the cottage was first class ,on arrival we were greeted by victoria Olivia and derek who were friendly and amenable."
The cottage was spotless with all the full amenities and we were given wine fresh eggs and scones on arrival. The setting was picturesque and very quiet within easy reach of all local places I would fully recommend a stay at the cottage. We will be back. Thanks for a marvellous stay and info from your lovely family
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"We received a wonderful welcome from Olivia, Derek and Victoria who all did their best to make our stay memorable."
The cottage is in easy reach of many of Yorkshire's attractions and was easy to find thanks to the excellent details provided by Victoria. We were particularly thankful for the welcome basket of goodies especially the home made scones. The cottage was attractive providing everything we needed. We would recommend the cottage highly.
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"One of the best holiday rentals we have stayed at congratulations to you and your client."
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"The owners extended a very warm welcome on arrival."
It was great to have detailed sketches & more precise instructions regarding route & parking etc emailed to me prior to departure. Wallerthwaite Barn Cottage had everything that I needed, with a welcome pack which included milk, butter, 6 eggs, coffee, tea, sugar, chocolate chip cookies & some freshly baked fruit scones, similarly the information pack was packed full of leaflets of local attractions & proved very helpful since the weather was not great during my stay. The cottage is ideally situated between Harrogate & Ripon in a lovely area of North Yorkshire with plenty of walks & places of interest close at hand. I would have no hesitation in recommending this cottage as an excellent place to stay whilst visiting this area of North Yorkshire.
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"We had a lovely holiday with very friendly hosts and a lovely Welcome Pack on arrival."
We would like to point out 2 minor details very poor mobile reception and there was only a fridge not fridge freezer as stated in your information.
Many thanks for your feedback, i'm sorry to hear that the mobile reception for you was not the greatest, we have never has any past complaints regarding this as customers have previously always been able to obtain a signal from their network provider. Duly noted regarding the freezer, however the property is only advertised with having a fridge available - If you would like to discuss this further please do not hesitate to contact us. Property Owner
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"We are pleased to recommend this excellent accommodation which far exceeded our expectations."
Wallerthwaite Barn Cottage is situated in a lovely area of Yorkshire offering enjoyable walks, plenty of wildlife and no shortage of interesting places to visit within easy travelling distance.
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"A lovely renovated cottage with very welcoming hostess."
Excellent welcome pack and brilliant information folder full of ideas on what to do and where to visit.
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"We were met with a very welcome basket of ‘goodies’."
The cottage was very comfortable - the bed and the shower were particularly good - and the surroundings were very peaceful. It was good to be in North Yorkshire again. Peter & Margaret Williams
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"The owner of the cottage, and her family, were very friendly and welcoming."
The cottage had everything we needed and is in a lovely setting. It was easy to find and the owner also provided further detailed instructions on where to park etc once you had entered the grounds of the cottage. It is located between Harrogate and Ripon and there are lots of interesting places to visit. We wouldn't hesitate to book again.
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"We had a wonderful week in this beautiful place."
We had a great welcome and the cottage was very warm and comfortable. The area is spectacular and there are loads of places nearby to visit.
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"It's a hidden gem set in beautiful surroundings mid way between Ripon and Harrogate."
The owner provided a welcome pack, of butter, fresh eggs, home made bread, milk, tea, sugar, coffee and a bottle of wine. The village shop and post office is run by a lovely lady name Linda and the local pub has a very good menu, both are just a short walk away from the cottage. I was extremely lucky to find Wallerthwaite farm cottage as it was new to the market and i was the first guest. I was between houses at the time and needed somewhere to stay for a month. The cottage is a brand new farm building conversion which has been done to the highest standard with quality fixtures and fittings. I can definitely highly recommend this cottage.
Summary
- All ground floor
- One bedroom: 1 x double bedroom with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC
- Open-plan living room with a kitchen, dining area and sitting area.
- Fully temperature controlled gas underfloor heating
- Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge with freezer compartment, washer/dryer, Smart TV, Radio/docking station, hairdryer, Fibre broadband WIFI
- Fuel and power inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Ample off-road parking
- Patio area to front of property, with garden furniture
- Sorry, no pets and no smoking
- Shop 5 minutes walk, pub 10 minutes walk
- Note: Welcome pack on arrival.
The property
This delightful self-contained wing of the owners' detached home, set in open countryside on the edge of the village of Markington, North Yorkshire.
Lovingly restored, Wallerthwaite Barn Cottage offers a wonderful, open-plan interior, which provides a cosy space to unwind in front of the TV, and a lovely dining area with seating for up to two people, where you can enjoy a romantic meal together.
Stunning limestone flooring throughout plus the luxury of underfloor heating.
The kitchen is fully-equipped, with an attractive set of handmade navy units and wooden worktops, coinciding with the lovely artwork on the walls and wooden furnishings.
All rooms can be found on the ground floor and down the hall you will also find a luxurious double bedroom with an en-suite walk-in shower room.
The bedroom has a cosy office area, for any last minute work that needs to be finished, or use it as a quiet reading area.
There is ample off-road parking is available.
Outside, the patio is a real sun trap, where you can relax with a glass of wine in the lovely peaceful surroundings.
Nearby Harrogate boasts a wide variety of quaint pubs, tempting restaurants and colourful antique shops, whilst the magnificent Turkish Baths, old theatres, and Bettys tea room - overlooking Montpelier Gardens - are not to be missed.
Visit the historic city of Ripon, with its impressive cathedral, fascinating museums, quaint pubs, interesting shops, homely tea rooms and fine restaurants.
A perfect base for a romantic or relaxing break in this wonderful area.
About the location
MARKINGTON
Ripon 6 miles; Harrogate 8 miles.
This small picturesque village is situated in the midst of some of Yorkshire's most beautiful scenery. It comprises a scattering of dwellings and farmsteads, also offering two pubs and a village store. Markington is ideally situated for exploring all of Yorkshire's splendid countryside, with the Yorkshire Dales to the west and the North York Moors and Yorkshire Coast to the east. The fascinating, historic Cathedral cities of Ripon and York are close by, as are the great stately homes of Castle Howard and Harewood House, the Cistercian Abbeys of Fountains, Rievaulx and Jervaulx, and the castles of Middleham, Bolton and Richmond.