Guests say
Beckside Cottage receives high praise for its immaculate presentation, luxurious touches, and welcoming hosts. Nestled in a tranquil location, it offers a perfect blend of privacy and accessibility to local attractions. Guests consistently commend the cottage's cleanliness, comfort, and the delightful addition of alpacas. The hot tub and thoughtful welcome gifts contribute to an exceptional stay.
Reviewers unanimously mention the spotless condition of the cottage, highlighting its cleanliness and well-maintained state, which contributes to a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere.
The cottage's location is praised for its peacefulness and proximity to local attractions and walks, with only a few guests wishing for a longer stay to explore further, indicating a high level of satisfaction.
Guests consistently describe the cottage as cosy, warm, and comfortable, with high-quality furnishings and a bed that many found to be exceptionally comfy, ensuring a restful experience.
The facilities, including a well-equipped kitchen, luxurious hot tub, and outdoor furniture, receive high marks. The only minor drawback mentioned is an issue with hot water in the shower by one guest, but this seems to be an isolated incident.
The hosts' thoughtfulness is frequently mentioned, with special touches like welcome packs and the opportunity to feed alpacas. While these gestures are greatly appreciated, it's noted that such personal touches, though common, may vary and are not guaranteed.
About this property
Cowling 1.8 miles. This beautiful, detached, stone-built stable conversion is set in the grounds of a 375-year old listed farmhouse in scenic countryside, just a mile from Cowling and eight miles from the market town of Skipton. A recent conversion, this first-class cottage is beautifully appointed throughout, creating a lovely, romantic retreat, ideal for couples looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and discover the beauty of this outstanding area. Situated solely over the ground floor, this lovely cottage offers an open plan living space with a cosy sitting area with woodburning stove, a dining area and a modern, well-equipped kitchen.
After a day of adventure, here you can ease into your evening; get the woodburning stove roaring and sink into the sumptuous sofa before finding a good film. The main bedroom is spacious and features a king-size Victorian brass bedstead, a romantic freestanding bath and a superb en-suite facility with rainfall shower and modern mood lighting. Stylish throughout, every care has been taken by the owners to provide a truly outstanding holiday home. With almost too many features to mention, the sumptuous furnishings, the oak floor, the handmade windows and doors, the lovely cathedral ceiling, old beams and much, much more, which all help to make your stay a truly memorable one.
Outside, a spacious patio area and dry stone walling provide the backdrop for a luxurious hot tub with a music system and waterfall feature, where guests can sit and enjoy the views of the chickens, sheep and cows in the surrounding areas,also feel free to feed the alpacas if you wish, (owner will provide seeds for this purpose) whilst relaxing after a hard day’s walking in the scenic countryside which occupies all sides of this premier cottage. Cowling village provides a local pub and the nearby towns and villages provide good eateries and are well worth a visit, including Skipton, Ilkley and ancient Bolton Abbey, while glorious Malham and Grassington offer beautiful, limestone scenery just a short drive away.
For the more energetic, the bike riding and walking opportunities to be found in the surrounding area are excellent. Beckside Cottage is a wonderful romantic retreat for discovering all that the Dales has to offer.
The ancient village of Cowling sits in the Craven district of North Yorkshire, bordering the counties of West Yorkshire and Lancashire and miles from the market town of Skipton. Within the village there is a bustling high street with stone-built terraced houses set alongside mills of bygone age. Surrounding the village are many beautiful walking routes, including the Pennine Way on the stretch from Cowling to Gargrave. Skipton, known as the gateway to the Dales, offers plenty for visitors, including an ancient castle open to the public, a beautiful old parish church and a colourful market set over the cobbled streets.
Accommodation
This property was awarded a 2024 Sykes Star for scoring consistently perfect feedback from guests.
This property was awarded a 2023 Sykes Star for scoring consistently perfect feedback from guests.
Beckside Cottage benefits from Beckside Spa Retreat, which offers a tranquillity, relaxation and an opportunity to enjoy a spa day or individual treatments.
These are subject to availability; for more information, please check out BecksideSpaRetreat.co.uk.
Single-storey.
One king-size double bedroom with freestanding bath, GHD hairdryer and GHD straighteners, Lakeland clothes dryer and Dyson Air Purifier, and en-suite rainfall shower, basin and WC.
Open-plan living area with kitchen with breakfast bar, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove.
Bespoke double doors leading to rear patio area and hot tub.
Gas central heating with woodburning stove.
Electric oven and hob, built-in eye-level microwave, fridge, separate freezer, Ninja Air fryer, Nespresso coffee machine, washing machine, slimline dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi.
Fuel, power and starter pack for stove included in rent.
Additional fuel available to purchase from owner.
Bed linen, towels and bathrobes included in rent.
Off-road parking for 2 cars.
Patio with furniture, two loungers, an egg chair, barbecue and hot tub with LED lights and bluetooth music feature.
Guests can sit and enjoy the views of the sheep and cows in the surrounding areas,also feel free to feed the alpacas if you wish, (owner will provide seeds for this purpose).
Electric bikes are available free of charge, please book in advance.
An electric car charging station is available to use at an additional charge.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking or vaping.
Shop 4.6 miles, pub 1.6 miles.
Note: Bookings must only start on a Friday for 7 nights.
Reviews (69)
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John
We spent a lovely 4night break over Christmas and hope to return in the summer.
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Karen
We agree with all comments made in the previous feedbacks. The cottage is clean and fitted out to a very high standard, making you feel instantly at home. The welcome package is much appreciated. The hot tub is just wonderful and very welcome after a day visiting nearby towns or walking in the Yorkshire Dales. Jo and Ian were incredibly welcoming and any questions were dealt with immediately. We are looking at dates for next year when we can return to explore more of the beautiful surrounding countryside. If anyone is looking to stay in the area look no further than this cottage.
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Linda
Weâve done quite a few cottages but this is up with the best. It was spotless and very well equipt. The hot tub was the icing on the cake and all the lovely little gifts and extras made it all so special, particularly loved the welcome signs, never had that before but such a lovely touch. We had a lovely chilled out weekend and the owners Jo and Ian go over and above. This is definately on our âreturn toâ . Jo showed me round the new spa that is just up and running (it is amazing ) canât wait to hopefully have some treatments next time we visit. Thanks for a lovely weekend it was perfect and not forgetting the alpacas that come running to the fence when you rattle a bag of chopped carrots