This cottage is located 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Swaledale Museum and within a 10-minute drive of Yorkshire Dales National Park. The cottage includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
Yorkshire Dales National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
Wensleydale - 22 min drive - 13.0 miles
Barnard Castle - 26 min drive - 12.1 miles
The Forbidden Corner - 30 min drive - 18.7 miles
Wensleydale Creamery - 32 min drive - 24.2 miles
Getting around
Kirkby Stephen Station - 27 min drive
Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 65 min drive
Restaurants
Charles Bathurst Inn - 12 min walk
The Black Bull - 9 min drive
Ancient Unicorn Inn - 21 min drive
The Bridge Inn - 10 min drive
The Kings Head - 17 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.
Grade II listed cottage surrounded by spectacular scenery, dog friendly and a short walk from pub
This holiday cottage is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream. Situated in a picturesque hamlet within Arkengarthdale only a short 4-mile drive to Reeth and surrounded by the spectacular surrounding countryside. Footpaths and cycle paths can be accessed straight from the cottage door and an extremely popular pub, CB Inn, is within walking distance, less than 1-mile down the road.
This Grade II listed Dales Holiday Cottage dates to the 1800s. It is the end terrace of a row of only six holiday cottages and accessed via a short farm track.
The cottage accommodates up to 4 people and 1 dog. It has been fully renovated and is toasty warm with electric central heating, which includes under floor heating on the ground floor, and a multi-fuel stove. The cottage is tastefully decorated throughout and super comfy with quality furnishings. The cottage offers free Wi-Fi and a TV with Freesat. There is also a telephone for incoming and outgoing calls (honesty box provided).
Downstairs there is an open plan, kitchen / diner / living room with the double bedroom and family bathroom accessed from the far corner of the living area (please note there are 2 small steps to access this bedroom and bathroom).
Upstairs there is the master bedroom with ensuite shower room. The bed is a zip and link bed, which means it can be set up as a super king or as twin beds, please let us know at time of booking your preference.
The social layout of the holiday home makes it perfect for families or two couples holidaying together whom require separate bathrooms. The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you should need during your stay, including an electric oven, ceramic hob, under counter fridge, dishwasher and washer dryer upstairs. A small freezer can be found in the shed housed on the patio.
Outside there is parking for one car in the designated parking area. There is a gravelled seating area with table and chairs to enjoy dining alfresco.
Layout
Ground floor - Living area – open plan kitchen / diner/ living room with TV, Freesat, DVD player, CD player. Multifuel Stove, WiFi
Zip and link bed – Super king or twin beds, ensuite shower room with walk in shower, heated towel rail, basin, w.c.
About 100 metres there is private off-road parking within the grounds of Swallows Holm Cottages for 1 car. This area is shared between the 1 Swallows Holm and the 5 neighbouring cottages which are also holiday cottages.
Sleeping Arrangements
One king bedroom One super - king bedroom - zip and link bed can be changed to two standard single beds
Exterior
Outside there is parking for one car in the designated parking area. There is a gravelled seating area with table and chairs to enjoy dining alfresco.
Local Area
Situated in a small rural hamlet in Arkengarthdale only 4 miles from the popular village of Reeth in Swaledale.
Getting there
From A1: turn off at Scotch Corner to Richmond • In Richmond take the A6108 and then B6270 to Reeth • Travel through the village of Reeth until you reach the Buck Hotel at the top of the green. At the junction take the right turn sinposted Langthwaite • Continue on this same road to Langthwaite • When you arrive in Langthwaite you shall see the small village green (High Green) with a bench - continue past this. • You shall pass the CB Inn on your right and a road signed posted towards Barnard Castle. • Roughly 100 metres past this there is a small hamlet of houses known as the CB Yard. • Immediately after the CB Yard there is a turning down a track on the right, the farm gate has a sign on it reading Swallowsholm Cottages. • Follow this track down the field, the track is bendy. On the second bend there is another track leading straight on. Ignore this track and follow the bend round to the right. • You shall come to a metal farm gate, open this and drive through. • The area you drive into is the private parking for all 6 of the Swallowsholm Cottages. This is where you shall need to park your car. However, you may drive down to the cottage to load/unload. • Number 1 Swallowsholm is the first cottage you see.
Accessibility
The property is not wheelchair accessible. There is one small step to access the cottage. There is a standard staircase to the first floor with a sturdy handrail. The downstairs bathroom has a bath with a shower over, so you do need to step over the bath side to use the shower. There are steps down to the downstairs bedroom and bathroom
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and a phone.
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If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Handrails in stairways
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
In a rural location
On a river
Things to do
Cycling nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Policies
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
No Smoking in the house
Please be courteous to the neighbours
Please do not drive your vehicle up the track to the cottage marked 'No Entry' only use the track exiting the car park area
Pets
This property welcomes pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
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.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.
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Frequently asked questions
What's there to do near this cottage?
This cottage is located in Richmond, close to Swaledale Museum and Stef Ottevanger Sculptures.
Is parking available on site at this cottage?
No, this cottage doesn't offer parking.
Is this cottage next to a casino?
No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?
No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.
What amenities will couples enjoy at Grade II listed cottage surrounded by spectacular scenery, dog friendly and a short walk from pub?
Couples staying at this riverfront cottage will appreciate amenities such as a kitchen in each accommodation with kitchens in some.
Does Grade II listed cottage surrounded by spectacular scenery, dog friendly and a short walk from pub have a hot tub?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.
Does this cottage offer breakfast?
No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?
Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.
Does this cottage have connecting rooms?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this cottage.
What is the closest airport to this cottage?
The closest major airport to this cottage is Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.), which is about 23.8 mi away.
Can I book a room with a balcony at Grade II listed cottage surrounded by spectacular scenery, dog friendly and a short walk from pub?
Yes, every accommodation at Grade II listed cottage surrounded by spectacular scenery, dog friendly and a short walk from pub comes with a deck.