Guests say
Lavender Cottage in the Yorkshire Dales offers a charming stay with stunning views and a quaint village setting. Guests appreciate the cleanliness, the well-equipped nature of the property, and the excellent broadband connection. The location is praised for its proximity to local amenities and scenic walks, despite some concerns about parking and accessibility. The cottage's cosy atmosphere is noted, although some guests mention the need for better heating and a more comfortable bed.
Guests consistently report that the cottage is spotlessly clean, with all COVID measures taken. The high quality of the bedding and towels is also frequently mentioned, indicating a strong attention to cleanliness.
The location is highly praised for its fantastic views, proximity to local amenities, and access to walks in the Dales. However, concerns about parking availability and suitability for those with mobility issues slightly affect the score.
The cottage is described as cosy and quaint, with a comfortable bed and a nice fire. However, some guests find the seating and bed uncomfortable, and there are comments about the property being cold at times, which impacts the comfort score.
Facilities are generally well-received, with good broadband and a well-equipped kitchen. However, some guests suggest improvements such as better heating, a proper shower setup, and an outside light, which indicates room for maintenance and upgrades.
While guests mention a pint of milk in the fridge and coal provided for the fire, there is not enough consistent mention of thoughtful gestures or gifts to accurately score this category. It should be noted that such gestures, when present, are appreciated but not guaranteed.
About this property
An outstanding Grade II listed terraced cottage, in a quiet position near the centre of the beautiful Dales village of Askrigg. With outstanding views of the surrounding area, this lovingly-restored Askrigg cottage is warm and snug, beautifully furnished to a high standard and retaining many of the original features including a cast iron open fire, window shutters, beams and exposed stonework. Featuring an open plan ground floor living area with modern, well equipped kitchen, a cosy sitting area, window seat and original open fire, this Askrigg cottage makes a wonderful year-round base. The stairs lead up to a lovely romantic bedroom with feature fireplace and cast iron bed.
The bathroom includes a cast iron bath, making this delightful Askrigg cottage a great romantic retreat. Outside this Askrigg cottage is a shared, south-facing lawned garden area with wonderful far-reaching views. Accessed through the ancient churchyard and only a stone’s throw from the centre of the village, this is an ideal location for that much-promised break in the country, with the added value of a thriving community on the doorstep. Askrigg offers three pubs serving food, a bakery and deli, two tea rooms, a village shop and newsagents and a Post Office. The area provides an array of interesting walks and excellent biking opportunities, and is ideally placed for exploring this beautiful corner of the Yorkshire Dales National Park.
Wensleydale is one of the most beautiful of the Yorkshire Dales and there are fabulous walks from the doorstep to Aysgarth and the lovely falls. This is a great location, from the castles at Bolton and Middleham, to nearby Hawes with its famous cheese factory and lovely market. This truly is an Askrigg cottage with everything to ensure that you have a relaxing break in this quiet and unspoilt corner of the county.
The beautiful village of Askrigg is set in stunning Wensleydale. Askrigg is known to many as the home of Skeldale House where vet James Herriot lived in "All Creatures Great and Small." This breathtaking area is home to many beauty spots including Aysgarth Falls and nearby Semerwater, Yorkshire's only natural lake, which was formed (so legend says) after a weary traveller was refused hospitality from a raging storm by the villagers and so cursed the village to a watery end. There are castles at Bolton and Middleton, the spectacular Hardraw Force, England's highest single drop waterfall at a height of 99 feet and many other market towns and villages to discover. Askrigg is a wonderful village from which to discover this magnificent area and makes a great holiday base.
Accommodation
One double bedroom.
Bathroom with bath, hand-held shower, basin and WC.
Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with open fire.
External utility.
Heating from electric radiator and open fire.
Electric cooker, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine in external utility, Smart TV, DVD, radio, WiFi.
Power and starter pack of fuel for fire included (Winter months only) in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Roadside parking by church gates on first-come, first-served basis.
Lawned area at front of property.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pubs/restaurant 2 mins walk.
Note: Chocolates, champagne and flowers can be arranged, please contact the owner for more details.
Note: The lawned area at the front of property is a public right of way, not a private lawn
Reviews (56)
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Sarah
Very warm and snug for a winter break in the Yorkshire dales. It was specially good to have some fuel for the fire generously and that the cottage is dog friendly. Askrigg is a wonderfully welcoming village and has everything you need.
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Heather
Clean and well equipped. However we could not get the downstairs heater working and there was insufficient hot water to fill a bath. The property owner supplied a small oil filled heater for downstairs and advised 'boosting' the hot water system.
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Laura
It was perfect in everyway! The owners were super helpful with needing to change dates for medical emergency. Shame Sykes werent as helpful. We would love to return!