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The Summer Palace

Property class: 3

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A stone building with a garden in front, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, two black leather sofas with striped cushions, and a coffee table with a magazine.
A modern living room with a fireplace, a dining area with a bar stool, and a black leather sofa.
A stone house with a small garden and a paved area with potted plants.
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel range, a built-in oven, a microwave, and a sink.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Leyburn, England
  • Place, Middleham Castle
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, The Forbidden Corner
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Yorkshire Dales National Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Middleham

Located within a 5-minute walk of Middleham Castle, this cottage is within a few miles (5 km) of Harmby Waterfall. The 3-star cottage includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Middleham Castle - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • The Forbidden Corner - 4 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Yorkshire Dales National Park - 11 min drive - 8.5 miles
  • Bolton Castle - 13 min drive - 9.1 miles
  • Aysgarth Falls - 16 min drive - 12.0 miles

Getting around

  • Northallerton Station - 22 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Friars head - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪KTea's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Blue Lion - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Fox & Hounds - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bolton Arms - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Summer Palace

This cottage features free WiFi in public areas and a garden. If you drive, take advantage of free parking.
The cottage is individually decorated and features a kitchen and space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a TV with a DVD player. Housekeeping is not available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • No housekeeping provided
  • Virtual front desk

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email with check-in information

A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is professionally cleaned
  • Check-in: 5:00 PM
  • Check-out: 9:00 AM
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Property is also known as

Summer Palace House Leyburn

Summer Palace Leyburn

The Summer Palace Cottage

The Summer Palace Leyburn

The Summer Palace Cottage Leyburn

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to this cottage?

This cottage is located in Leyburn, just steps from Middleham Castle. You'll also find The Forbidden Corner and Harmby Waterfall within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The Summer Palace?

As of Sep 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Summer Palace on Sep 26, 2026 start from $488, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is this cottage associated with a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Does this cottage offer breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage though service animals are welcome.

How far is the airport from this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.), which is about 21.7 mi away. Another top airport is Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford), which is around 29.3 mi away.