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The Old Shippon Mews

(Ref. 1017549)

Cowling, North Yorkshire Show on map

4.8

Sykes rating

  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets: No

Features

  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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37 Customer Reviews

  • "We stayed three nights between Christmas and New Year."

    Was just what we wanted - cosy and well equipped. Very clean. Log burner was lovely.

    Reviewed by Annie5.0★Dec 2024

  • "Lovely place to stay, we really enjoyed a chilled out week !"

    Welcome tray was lovely touch Memory foam mattress in main room made us warm and was too soft ( but this is just our personal opinion ) . So peaceful would definitely come back !

    Reviewed by Jenni3.8★Oct 2024

  • "The property made a lovely base for going to surrounding places in Yorkshire just 20 minutes from Skipton, a train ride to Leeds as it was the quickest way to get there instead of driving."

    The Old Shippon Mews was fab in its own dark skies area when the lights went out in the evening it was bliss. Lovely decorated to a high standard. The property was warm. The shower was fab. The kitchen Island was lovely easy to wipe down. Could have done with a small drainer next to the sink as we like to wash up by hand. Also a small washing machine could have been of use as we like to wash our clothes whilst on holiday. Other than that it was a superb stay in beautiful surroundings, with the hills and short walks nearby. I'd give this property 10/10 clean and well presented.

    Reviewed by Amie5.0★Aug 2024

  • "We had a lovely stay at the old shippon mews."

    The property was lovely and clean. Ideal for plenty of the local attractions (Malham was a 40 minute drive. Haworth and Brontë Waterfall around 20 minutes away. As well as being able to walk from the property to the pinnacle and Lunds Tower.) We arrived to a bottle of prosecco, biscuits and even some milk which is a really lovely touch.

    Reviewed by Kimberley5.0★Jul 2024

  • "Great cottage, very comfortable and very clean, all amenities, we got greeted with lovely note, milk, tea, coffee, biscuits and bottle of wine!"

    Reviewed by Kevin5.0★Apr 2024

  • "Firstly ..."

    Thank you The property was spotlessly clean, heating was on when we arrived, as it was blowing a gale outside / log fire on Christmas Day was fantastic, the bathroom-shower & kitchen were spotless, great large fridge/ freezer. Decor was very tasteful All in all a very relaxing comfortable stay, I would recommend to anyone. Thanks again ..

    Reviewed by David5.0★Dec 2023

  • "Beautiful barn very peaceful place once we found it enjoyed our stay we did have to Sweep dusty lounge floor but everything else was tip top ."

    Would definitely book again

    Reviewed by John4.7★Sep 2023

  • "We have just had a long weekend at The Old Shippon Mews ."

    What a wonderful place it is. Immaculately clean and beautifully presented. Lovely quiet yet only 10 minutes by car to a lovely dog friendly pub. The house is totally relaxing plus our dogs loved it too we had drinks in the lovely secret garden one afternoon. The owners live on site should you need them. Will definitely return .

    Reviewed by Kim5.0★Sep 2023

  • "Great stay, lovely touch with the welcome gifts."

    The look location was stunning, and every comfort was provided in the accommodation. Would highly recommend a visit

    Reviewed by Simon5.0★Aug 2023

  • "The cottage is beautifully appointed and styled - really comfortable beds."

    But - the stools for the breakfast bar are really uncomfortable. The bar occupies so much space that there is not room for what is needed - a table around which you can gather for cards or games. Also the left hand lever on the mixer tap is not securely fixed in place - needs a grub screw tightening. There is a step into the main bedroom - the floor is so evenly coloured that the step is hard to see and I tripped several times. Eventually put down a shower mat as a reminder that it was there. Really dangerous. There are 3 doors in the property but we only had a key for one door meaning that the other two would not be available for escape in the event of a fire. The outside area available to the cottage is tiny - a table seating four in a fenced off area. Nowhere for kids to run and let off steam. All the properties in the area share the same post code. Why not use What 3 words for a precise location for navigation. It is also very expensive for what you get. One visit is enough

    Reviewed by Terry4.1★Jul 2023

  • "Lovely get away, perfect location."

    Beautiful outdoor scenery and a beautiful decorated cottage, with a really cozy feel. Everything is really clean and it’s all well equipped. The hosts are really helpful and constantly on hand if ever need to ask anything. We were welcomed with drinks and biscuits along with a fresh bunch of flowers in a vase (as a flower lover this just made my day). We wanted to get away and switch off from the busy world around us and this place was definitely perfect for that!

    Reviewed by Faaizah5.0★Jun 2023

  • "Wonderful holiday and fantastic hosts."

    Couldn’t have been better!

    Reviewed by Katie5.0★Apr 2023

  • "Lovely cottage in peaceful and safe location adjacent to owners property."

    Attractive stone cottage, beautiful open plan living area with 2 comfy sofas, tv, wood burning stove and high beamed ceilings. Neutral and calming decor. Floor to ceiling windows overlooking courtyard and French doors to drive, patio and exclusive parking area. Lovely views over landscape from the drive and patio but no views from the cottage other than owners and cottages courtyard and drive - gravel drive and attractive buildings but not landscaped and mainly cars and storage views. Kitchen well equipped except missing microwave. Coffee, tea and sugar provided but not other provisions eg milk. Very clean and tidy - some dust under sofas and tv unit. No emergency instructions or instruction booklet - some tourist leaflets in kitchen drawer. Bedrooms simple, clean and lovely bedding. Not the most comfy mattresses and a chair or stool in the double bedroom would be handy. Wardrobe in double bedroom and hanging rail in twin room. Bathroom small but large shower with excellent shower and water pressure. Bathroom generally very clean but could be made perfect by cleaning shower panel and tray joints with a toothbrush! Location great for chilling out in comfortable and attractive accommodation. Would recommend and return if I needed to stay in the area again.

    Reviewed by Julie4.4★Jul 2022

  • "The Cottage was lovely and we enjoyed our stay, it was central to most places we wanted to visit and would definitely recommend it."

    There were just a couple of things that would have made our stay better... more drawer space... it would have helped if the bedside tables were the same as in the 2nd bedroom, which we could have used for our 'smaller' items. And maybe a chair to use if needed. Also, l know in these times of Covid that there are no information folders, but l do feel that there could have been some kind of notice on the wall for Emergency Contacts etc., We did have contact numbers if needed, but one of the numbers was the owners and he was going on holiday. As l say just a couple of little things would have made a difference. Thanks for a lovely stay in beautiful Yorkshire.

    Reviewed by R4.7★Jul 2022

  • "Lovely property-really enjoyed it."

    Peaceful and plenty of walks from the house without taking the car, but take OS map. Not sure the directions to the property are accurate though. Sat nav found it OK. Would love to return sometime, and would have asked if the following week was available if we had met the owners. Please get maintenance to fix cupboard hinges and drawer stop in kitchen, plus blinds in bedrooms before they get worse. Be aware of the bedroom step! Sorry maintenance background.

    Reviewed by Kenneth4.7★Jul 2022

  • "Lovely cottage in a beautiful area."

    Emma very helpful and couldn't do enough for us. would definitely stay again.

    Reviewed by David4.1★Jun 2022

  • "We have had a wonderful time at ‘The Old Shippon Mews’."

    Is not often that the property actually surpasses the pictures when you booked a place. The Cottage was absolutely lovely, the facilities were very good and it had the most comfortable beds you can dream off! We can 100% recommended this place and can’t wait to come back again!

    Reviewed by Ana Maria5.0★Apr 2022

  • "We booked both properties with our extended family during half-term."

    This is the third time we’ve stayed in these beautiful properties. We had a fabulous stay yet again. Luxury that you can enjoy with the children. Great location, close to lots of walks. Thanks to Emma for all the lovely touches for us and the children that made this a lovely stay again.

    Reviewed by James5.0★Feb 2022

  • "Excellent hosts and the cottage fully equipped-everything was amazing"

    Reviewed by Chris5.0★Feb 2022

  • "Lovely cottage with all of the home comforts."

    All finished to a high standard and very well equipped. I would recommend without reservation.

    Reviewed by Dave5.0★Nov 2021

  • "Lovely property and location - easy access to the Dales and Skipton."

    Liked the welcome tray with bubbles. Only suggestion would be having a drying rack stored somewhere for use if caught out in rain and need to dry clothes. Will happily return to this property!

    Reviewed by Ben4.7★Sep 2021

  • "Gorgeous cottage, nice touch with a bottle of Prosecco, biscuits and some milk."

    Didn’t use ‘the secret garden’ as shaded by trees but that didn’t stop us moving the chairs chasing the sunshine

    Reviewed by Ailsa4.7★Jul 2021

  • "Absolutely gorgeous place to stay in a beautiful setting with plenty to do in the area."

    We loved the 'secret' garden too!

    Reviewed by Catherine5.0★May 2021

  • "Such a lovely place to stay and excellent correspondences giving clear details for everything involved."

    Reviewed by Pamela Ann4.7★Sep 2020

  • "Wouldn’t change a thing, great hosting, great cottage would definitely recommend"

    Reviewed by Faith5.0★Sep 2020

  • "Loved every minute of it , so glad we managed to rebook after our week in June was cancelled ."

    Would definitely stay here again. 10 stars and perfect .

    Reviewed by Belinda5.0★Sep 2020

  • "We really enjoyed our stay at Shippon Mews."

    The property is beautiful and had everything to make our stay so comfortable and make it feel like our home for the week (I wish it was). It is in a lovely peaceful rural location but with amenities within a 10 minute walk away or 20 minutes in the car if you wanted to go further to Skipton which has a large Tesco and a good range of shope and restaurants. There are walks from the doorstep and if you do go further afield it is so lovely to come back to Shippon Mews. It has a lovely brand new kitchen where you can comfortably cook a meal and then relax in front of the log fire, ideal for us as we don't feel comfortable eating out at the moment. If you do, however, there are some nice pubs only a short drive away. I would definitely recommend to anyone who likes a character property in a rural setting with a lovely contemporary feel.

    Reviewed by Jacqueline4.7★Sep 2020

  • "The cottage is lovely and well decorated with quality fixtures and fittings."

    I’d happily live at the Shippon Mews and the Prosecco on arrival was a lovely gesture that exceeded my expectations. It’s in a lovely scenic spot close to lovely walks and a nice local pub, the Emmott Arms. Emma was easily contactable and friendly. My only suggestions would be to have a washing machine for those that stay for a week, a normal sized ironing board and a small dressing table in the main room would be fab. The floor did need sweeping on arrival between the kitchen and living area but everything outweighed this. The blue sofa could do with freshening up a little. But overall we really like it just had a couple of recommendations. I have already started recommending this place to people and would live to have seen the Old Shippon cottage next door as it had great views from the garden. I loved the surprise that we had access to a small courtyard area too-lovely touch for sunny days. Definitely worth a stay and very close to the Yorkshire Dales via car.

    Reviewed by Alison4.1★Aug 2020

  • "BEATUFUL COTTAGE IN OPEN COUNTRYSIDE LOTS OF PUBLIC FOOT PATHS AROUND AND ..."

    BEATUFUL COTTAGE IN OPEN COUNTRYSIDE LOTS OF PUBLIC FOOT PATHS AROUND AND SKIPTON AND GRASSINGTON LESS THAN A HOUR AWAY GREAT PLACE

    Reviewed by Margaret5.0★Aug 2020

  • "We booked this pretty much last minute as we really just wanted a weekend away and a change of scenery after all this covid 19 madness."

    And we could not have been happier with what we got. What a wonderful place to stay, we were greeted with a lovely note and bottle of wine on arrival and Emma came to chat to us as we arrived and was extremely friendly and helpful. The house was amazing, so relaxing and it a really peaceful location. Great places to go for walks, and shops close enough for a short drive or a little walk. Also a nice pub called the bay horse we could walk to for a drink. And some takeaways close enough for delivery if you don’t want to cook. We would definitely book again for a relaxing weekend away. We loved it! Thank you Emma

    Reviewed by Andy4.7★Jul 2020

  • "The cottage was very clean and well appointed."

    The living room and kitchen was a great place to unwind after a busy day out touring the beautiful countryside. We really enjoyed our stay.

    Reviewed by Joyce5.0★Jul 2020

  • "A washing machine instead of a dishwasher would have made our stay perfect"

    Reviewed by Sandra4.7★Jul 2020

  • "This is a really lovely property and we received a warm welcome."

    We would recommend The Old Shippon Mews to anyone looking for a beautifully restored and maintained cottage with 5 star rating,spotless, and with peace and quiet in mind. Unfortunately the weather was even worse than had been forecast and defeated us - it really did spoil our much looked forward to break and we decided to return home early. Very disappointing. Thanks to Emma for being so understanding and good luck to her and Trevor with future bookings.

    Reviewed by Anne5.0★Feb 2020

  • "The barns that comprise Old Shippon have been converted to an excellent standard combining original features with high quality facilities."

    A very warm welcome. The owner can be contacted easily so any problems are very quickly remedied. A really good location, in easy reach of walks around Haworth, Ilkley or Skipton. Good choice of local pubs....The Bull at Broughton serves excellent food. Our stay was over Christmas but would highly recommend for any time of the year.

    Reviewed by Barbara5.0★Dec 2019

  • "Lovely cottage, very comfortable, lovely bedding and towels."

    Would definitely stay again. Beautifully decorated.

    Reviewed by Jo4.7★Dec 2019

  • "We loved the Old Shippon."

    All amenities provided are to a high standard. Really comfortable bed, with gorgeous linen. Would definitely return in the future.

    Reviewed by Jan4.7★Nov 2019

  • "This was the first time the property had been ‘let’ The owner was available ..."

    This was the first time the property had been ‘let’ The owner was available for ALL HELP and minor issues were resolved ASAP

    Reviewed by Carol4.7★Nov 2019

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Your stay at a glance

  • All ground-floor
  • Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x twin (zip/link can be made into king-size on request)
  • Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC
  • Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove
  • Oil central heating with woodburning stove
  • Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, Smart TV, WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Off-road parking
  • A flagged, private patio area five yards from the property with nice views and table and chairs
  • Sorry, no smoking allowed
  • Shop and pub within 1 mile
  • Note: This property has a private water supply
  • Note: This property does not allowed pets
  • Note: This property can be booked with The Old Shippon (Ref 1017543) and together these properties can be booked together to sleep 8 people in total. Owner is willing to accept worker bookings but will need to be contacted before bookings are confirmed

The property

Just outside the centre of Cowling in North Yorkshire, you can find The Old Shippon Mews, one of two semi-detached properties enjoying a tranquil location and finished to an excellent standard to ensure you have a holiday full of delights.

The perfect setup for two couples or maybe a larger group when booked with its neighbour next door, you will find ample space and comfort within.

Enter through the double glass doors and into the open-plan living space, first inspecting the stunning fitted kitchen in warm grey tones, where all of the appliances live including a large fridge/freezer and electric oven, and a dishwasher for a speedy clean-up!

A stylish breakfast bar acts as the dining area, perfect for keeping the chef company sat on the quirky industrial-style bar stools.

A statement piece calls the sitting area home in the form of a golden velvet Chesterfield sofa, a sumptuous and inviting sight at the end of a busy day, placed before the Smart TV and woodburning stove, as well as another sofa.

Enjoy some rest in one of the two bedrooms; a king-size and a twin with the twin able to be made into a king-size with zip/link abilities.

Both rooms are served by the shower room with a large double walk-in shower.

Enjoy an evening drink outside on the patio and wind down into your evening.

Make sure to visit the Yorkshire Dales National Park to experience some beautifully rugged landscapes and unspoilt nature.

The Old Shippon Mews is a wonderful place to enjoy a well-deserved break.

Note: This property is part of a group and can be booked alongside Ref. 1017543 and together they can sleep up to 8 guests.

The Old Shippon Cottages

The Old Shippon Cottages consist of two luxurious cottages, perfect for a group of eight to unravel the wonder of West Yorkshire. These two individual properties make a marvellous location for a group of friends looking for a rural retreat. Your party can enjoy these stunning properties as separate cottages or you can arrange for both properties to be connected and enjoy a unique joint living space. Both holding open-plan living areas, these ample rooms provide a great place for a celebratory evening together, where you can toast to a fantastic holiday or gather in your groups for some quality family time. With lavish decor and stylish fixtures and features evident in both of the dwellings, there's no better base for both a rural break full of splendour. Settled on the outskirts of Cowling, you're ideally positioned for all things outdoors. The local village makes a wonderful route for accessing the Pennine Way, as well as the North York Moors being with close reach. The bustling main high street of Cowling is home to a scatter of amenities including a local shop, restaurants, pubs and more, meaning everything you could need is just a short drive away. For those who fancy a trip further afield, the town of Keighley provides a historic experience in its museums and historical landmarks as well as making a great spot for a day of shopping and pub grazing. Explore the wonders of the Yorkshire Dales National Park where you can experience unforgettable landscapes and natural adventure like no other. In reach of a wide range of excitement suitable for all ages, The Old Shippon Cottages make the perfect base for exploring this area of Yorkshire.

Where you’ll be staying

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COWLING

Skipton 7 miles.

The ancient village of Cowling sits across a hillside in the Pennine Hills, just seven miles from the market town of Skipton. A thriving village, built along a main high street with stone-built, terraced houses set alongside the mills of a bygone age. The village was once sparsely populated, the bulk of the population living in Ickornshaw and Middleton, and before that on Cowling Hill, close to water sources they depended on, and the main roads of the day - now used as back roads by locals to avoid the modern day traffic. In the early days, agriculture was the main occupation, with corn being grown and ground within the village. When canal transport boomed, corn became cheaper to buy from elsewhere and so the mills in Cowling turned from grinding corn to weaving during the Industrial Revolution. The village inn was once part of a farmhouse on Cowling Hill, but was sold as changes to the structure of the village began. The son of the landlord later opened the Bay Horse Hotel on the new road, which still stands as a main feature of village life. The nearby Quaker village of Lothersdale was, at one time, home to Charlotte Bronte who modelled Gateshead Hall in Jane Eyre on Stone Gappe House where she was governess. Today many visitors passing through the village are walkers, on their way along the Pennine Way on the stretch from Cowling to Gargrave. There's the large retail outlet of Boundary Mills, just six miles away, a must for lovers of shoping, and Skipton, known as 'The Gateway to the Dales' is nearby. Skipton is a lovely old market town with much to interest the enthusiastic visitor, boasting an ancient castle open to the public, a beautiful old parish church and a colourful market occupying the cobbled setts each side of the high street. In 2008 the Academy of Urbanism voted Skipton High Street the best shopping spot in Britain, and The Copper Dragon Brewery, opened in 2002 is highly rated in the CAMRA listings. Steam railways with regular excursions are available at Embsay and Bolton Abbey, and the Leeds to Liverpool Canal passes through Skipton with the one mile long Foulridge Tunnel and the 5-rise locks at Bingley within a short distance away. In 2014 the area hosted the first leg of the Tour De France, bringing in many visitors from far and wide to this wonderful area.

Owner is willing to accept worker bookings but will need to be contacted before bookings are confirmed
This property can be booked with The Old Shippon (Ref 1017543) and together these properties can be booked together to sleep 8 people in total.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas
Flexible cancellation terms

If you cancel before 12 noon , get all of your money back:

  • Rent
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  • Fees

excluding the Flexible Cancellation fee and any insurance premium.

There are a small number of circumstances where you can’t use Flexible Cancellation. See the Flexible Cancellation Terms that apply.