Guests say
Sally End is a charming, well-equipped cottage set in a stunning, peaceful location with breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. Guests consistently praise its cosy atmosphere, enclosed garden, and abundance of wildlife. The property is ideal for walkers, dog owners, and those seeking tranquillity, with thoughtful touches throughout. While a few guests found the beds firm and noted minor maintenance issues, the overwhelming feedback highlights the cottage’s comfort, cleanliness, and the attentive care of the hosts. The cottage offers a restorative escape, blending rural beauty with modern conveniences.
The majority of reviews describe the cottage as spotless, tidy, and well-maintained, with only one mention of dust and cobwebs. Most guests found the property exceptionally clean on arrival.
The location is universally praised for its idyllic, remote setting, stunning views, and proximity to excellent walks and local towns. Guests highlight the peacefulness and natural beauty as standout features.
Guests frequently mention the cottage’s cosy and homely feel, with the Aga and enclosed garden adding to the comfort. However, several reviews note that the beds are quite firm, which affected sleep for some.
The cottage is described as extremely well-equipped, with everything needed for a comfortable stay, including WiFi, kitchen essentials, and dog-friendly features. Minor issues with the cooker and back door were noted but did not detract significantly from the overall experience.
Many guests appreciated the thoughtful extras such as bird food, cleaning products, and occasional gifts, as well as the attentive care from the hosts. Please note that gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Ravenstonedale 4.5 miles. A lovely, stone-built, semi-detached cottage, beautifully situated on a hillside overlooking the Rawthey Valley and Wild Boar Fell. An ideal couples romantic retreat, this semi-detached farm building conversion is in a lovely, secluded area near Ravenstonedale and provides a chance to escape from it all and enjoy a getaway to this scenic area. A real home-from-home, this cottage provides a chance to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy a relaxing holiday in a picturesque area. A spacious and well-equipped granite worktop kitchen with both Aga and electric cookers includes a traditional farmhouse table at which to enjoy delicious home cooked meals in the traditional country style.
A dishwasher makes the clean-up easy. After dinner you can retire to the warm and cosy sitting room with logburner fire to watch TV, browse the internet or play board games and chat. Two bedrooms include a larger bedroom with a velux window affording splendid views of the surrounding fells and night sky. A fabulous super king size bed which can be made up as a twin. Wardrobe, draws and a chair. The smaller bedroom has a single bed with a pull out bed underneath on your request. The enclosed rear garden offers beautiful views of the Rawthey Valley with a table to dine outdoors situated on a totally private stone patio and an additional super-sized bench seat on which to sit and take in the view over the valley.
Enjoy an unpolluted night sky full of stars on clear nights whilst listening to tawney owls talking to each other. A wealth of wildlife is commonly seen from hares and red squirrel to abundant birdlife and bats. It is not uncommon to see a buzzard soaring overhead or a pheasant pecking around outside looking for food. More rarely the magnificent heron can be seen wading in the nearby beck. In springtime hear the haunting sound of the curlew calling while flying overhead. This cottage is a walkers delight with access to a hundred square miles of open fell, nearby footpaths will lead you to stunning, hidden waterfalls and tiny becks, while across the valley is an amazing limestone pavement to discover.
Fabulous walks in the Howgills or Wild Boar Fell and others can be made from the door. If it rains then the Aga is always there on your return to dry things out. Situated within the newly extended Yorkshire Dales National Park, this is a superb base from which to explore the area. Note: This cottage can be booked with Ref 10542, together they sleep 9.
A small and compact village, Ravenstonedale has much to offer the visitor seeking a quieter experience than the nearby Lake District National Park provides. It is a pretty village; traditional whitewashed stone cottages and stone walls border the fields, whilst the Raven brook trickles by. St Oswald's church is largely from the Georgian era, comprising a solid structure with a simple square tower. In addition, there are elements from older buildings incorporated in it, and the base of a Saxon cross just outside. To the north of the church, excavations in 1920 revealed the foundations of a 13th Century Gilbertine Abbey. Ravenstonedale is a fantastic base for exploring the Lakes to the west or the Yorkshire Dales, just a short drive to the east. Those who prefer to stay closer to home can explore the Howgill Fells, the rounded hills which signal the start of the Lakeland ranges.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x king and a pull out single futon, 1 x single with pull-out stacker bed.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen with dining area.
Cosy sitting room with woodburner.
Note: The futon and pull-out stacker bed are suitable for children up to 12 years old.
Electric night storage heaters with woodburner.
Oil-fired AGA, electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs.
Electricity, oil and starter pack for fire included in rent, further logburner fuel on an honesty box basis.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair on request.
Off road parking for 2 cars.
Rear enclosed lawned garden with patio and furniture.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shops 7.5 miles, pub 2.5 mile.
Note: Due to animals on surrounding farmland, pets should be kept on a lead when outside.
Please Note: The property only accepts Monday or Friday Check in
Reviews (66)
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Simon
Very warm and comfortable with everything you could ever need would thoroughly recommend
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Janet
Lovely cottage in a beautiful position very comfortable bed with a l9vely enclosed garden ideal for the dogs are only complaints was there was no spatular to get eggs out of frying pan and having to have arga on all the time [we did stay during the heat wave
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Jennifer
It was the perfect scenic base to explore the lakes & the dales and I didn't realise how magnificent the area itself was, you can easily just hike straight from the door. The cottage itself I was pleasantly surprised at how lovely it was inside , I believe it's had an update compared to the advert , it is incredibly cute & cozy and the most comfiest bed I've ever slept in ! There's thoughtful touches such as seeds for the birds and nuts for the elusive red squirrels, hot water bottles for cold nights and much more. We were blessed with sunshine all week but can imagine hot water bottles and extra blankets are much appreciated for the colder months. The garden overlooks the fields filled with spring lambs, friendly cattle who like a chat over the wall and even saw two hares . It was honestly the best week of my life and it has everything you could wish for, I do hope I can return someday and highly recommend it to anyone