Guests say
The Homestead in Hawes is consistently praised for its cleanliness, spaciousness, and welcoming atmosphere. Guests appreciate the well-equipped facilities, comfortable furnishings, and the property's picturesque location. The proximity to local attractions and the thoughtful touches from the hosts, such as homemade scones and personalised messages, contribute to a highly recommended and memorable stay.
Guests frequently mention the spotless condition of the cottage, indicating a high standard of cleanliness that contributes to the overall welcoming experience.
The property's location is highly praised for its beauty and convenience, with easy access to local walks, a nearby pub, and attractions like Hardraw Force. The peaceful setting adds to the charm.
Reviewers consistently note the comfortable beds and cosy atmosphere of the cottage, highlighting the warmth and homeliness that make for a relaxing break.
The cottage is described as well-equipped and maintained, with a modern kitchen, games, and a Rayburn for heating. The presence of an Aga and the provision of cooking and cleaning equipment are appreciated.
The hosts' thoughtfulness is evident in the personal touches, such as leaving messages for children and providing homemade treats. While these gestures are warmly received, it is politely noted that such personal touches may vary and are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
This 18th century double-fronted stone cottage lies in the centre of the small village of Hardraw, one mile from Hawes. This delightful Hardraw cottage has been lovingly renovated and refurbished to a high standard, retaining much of its original character.The property is cleaned and maintained by the owners for every change-over. The spacious accommodation in this Hardraw cottage includes a fabulous farmhouse kitchen with feature Rayburn, a small breakfast area seating four, and views of the Dales and sheep and hens who occasionally like to jump the fence into thegarden to eat the grass - they provide much entertainment! The sitting room at this Hardraw cottage with its open fire offers a warm and cosy retreat and has double aspect windows overlooking the front garden. The separate dining room has a dresser, an open fire and a large bay window from where you can sit and watch village life unfold. Outside this Hardraw cottage is a lovely front garden with picnic bench, courtyard with patio table and two chairs and small rear garden. Wensleydale is one of the most beautiful of the Yorkshire Dales and there are fabulous walks from the doorstep, including past Hardraw Force, England's highest unbroken waterfall, and the Pennine Way, which passes through the paddock on limestone flags and down the side of the courtyard leading up to Simonstone Hall. This is a great location, from the castles at Bolton and Middleham, to nearby Hawes with its famous cheese factory and lovely market. A warm and very comfortable Hardraw cottage from which to explore Wensleydale, Swaledale and beyond.
The delightful market town of Hawes is the highest settlement in Wensleydale and home to the delicious Wensleydale cheese. The town is also famous for rope making; a skill passed down through the generations and a fascination for many of the visitors that come to the town. A regular market is held on a Tuesday and Hawes has many excellent shops and eateries in its midst. The beautiful limestone countryside surrounding the town provides a huge variety of walks and other outdoor pursuits, and for sightseeing opportunities the area is unsurpassed with the spectacular Hardraw Force and the Aysgarth falls just two of the natural wonders to be seen. Hawes is a delightful town and makes a superb base for a holiday in this magnificent area.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x super king-size double (zip/link, can be twin on request) with en-suite shower and basin, 1 x family room with 1 double and 1 single, 1 x single.
Bathroom with bath, hand-held shower, basin and WC.
Ground floor WC.
Kitchen with breakfast table (seats 4) leading to sitting room with open fire.
Dining room with open fire.
Electric storage heaters with open fires, Rayburn (heats water system) and separate immersion heater.
Electric oven and hob, Rayburn, fridge, freezer, washing machine, wifi, dishwasher, TV with FreeSat, DVD, selection of games, books and DVDs.
Fuel, power and starter pack for open fires included in rent.
Bed linen included in rent (bring your own towels).
Cot and highchair on request.
Ample roadside parking.
Enclosed front garden with bench, courtyard with furniture and small enclosed rear garden.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 1 mile, pub 1 min walk.
Note: Due to location, mobile signal can be intermittent.Please note, that the charging of hybrid/electric cars is not permitted. There is a charging point at the petrol station in Hawes which is available 24 hours
Reviews (27)
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Mavis
An ideal property to explore Wensleydale with plenty of lovely walks from the door. Well situated for shopping in Hawes which also has a great fish and chip shop and the very handy Green Dragon pub next door for a delicious meal out. Highly recommended.
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David
Karen and Guy made us feel very welcome. It was a great base for getting into Hawes and lovely to come back to afterwards. It felt like a home from home.
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David
This is a very much loved family home and Karen and Guy make it very welcoming..Located in a beautiful village and the surrounding views are amazing, definitely worth a revisit and highly recommend.