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The Old School House - Hardraw

Hardraw, near Hawes, Yorkshire
Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 3
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 4
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Internet access
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Pub nearby
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At a glance

  • Fantastic old school house where original features pair with luxurious touches
  • Enjoy breathtaking Yorkshire Dales views from the picturesque garden, perfect for relaxation
  • Set in a peaceful village location with direct access to scenic walks and trails from the doorstep
Property code: OC-T29418

This charming holiday home is in the quaint Yorkshire Dales hamlet of Hardraw. The former schoolhouse sleeps six guests and four furry companions, making it the ideal base for large families and groups of friends. Surrounded by the stunning landscape of Upper Wensleydale, the area is a haven for walkers. The long-distance Pennine Way also passes nearby. For a spot of retail therapy, the market town of Hawes is just 1.5 miles away.

After a day in the Dales, return to your cosy cottage, which has a beautiful blend of characterful original features and contemporary furniture and styling. Kick off muddy boots in the hallway and hang up the dog leads, before heading through to the welcoming lounge, featuring an original, ornamental fireplace and an array of comfortable seating set around a Smart TV. The sociable kitchen/diner has ample space for the hounds to set up camp, as well as a farmhouse-style table and everything needed to whip up hearty meals for the group. Completing the ground floor are two super-king-size bedrooms with en-suite shower rooms. The remaining bedroom, again with its own en-suite shower room, is upstairs. To the rear of the cottage is an enclosed, lawned garden where your furry chums can play whilst you fire up the BBQ on the patio and enjoy an evening of al fresco entertaining. At the front of the property, you''ll find a small patio area - the perfect place for a morning coffee in the sunshine.

A stay in Hardraw isn''t complete without a visit to the stunning Hardraw Force - the highest single-drop waterfall in England. The waterfall is in the grounds of the village inn, just 100 metres from the cottage. Head into Hawes to potter amongst its stone houses and cobbled streets, popping in and out of the independent shops and galleries. The town is also home to the famous Wensleydale Creamery. If you and the hounds fancy a challenge, you can take on the Yorkshire Three Peaks (all within 25 miles of the cottage).

  • 3 bedrooms – 3 super-king zip-and-link (which can be made up as twins on request)
  • 3 shower rooms – 3 en-suites with shower and WC
  • Gas Rangemaster with electric oven, dishwasher, washing machine, American-style fridge/freezer, microwave, L'OR coffee machine
  • Welcome pack
  • Travel cot and highchair available on request
  • Smart TV in lounge
  • Enclosed rear garden with patio area and outdoor dining furniture, charcoal BBQ
  • Off-road parking for 3 cars
  • Secure bicycle storage
  • Pub 100 metres, shop 1.5 miles
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 4 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Karen Haxell

This property is personally managed by Karen.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 29 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Barbara 24th May 2026

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A wonderfully renovated cottage in this fascinating Old School House. Beautifully appointed, clean and well equipped. The location is outstanding.

Reviewed by Bill 20th April 2026

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Our stay was fantastic. The owners left some home made cakes and treats for the dogs. All three bedrooms are ensuite and the beds are comfortable as well as being massive. There is no terrestrial tv. However, the smart tv comes with all the Internet functionality you could possibly need, (ALL major channels, and more). Not that you'll spend mucRead moreh time watching it. I'm duty bound to report that the Green Dragon pub is a very short walk away. Probably as much as 3 mins. Be warned. It gets busy. Thankfully, the staff are excellent. It's a nice amble across footpaths and public road to Hawes. Great little place with plenty of shops and amenities. Do not fail to visit the Wensleydale creamery. The shear variety in the sampling area is astonishing. In conclusion. Extremely well equipped and presented property. Great base for a break. Very dog orientated. There is NO reason to not book it. What are you waiting for. :) Hide

Reviewed by Sarah 5th April 2026

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Reviewed by Shirley 15th March 2026

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Reviewed by Sue 23rd February 2026

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Thoroughly enjoyed our stay, even though the weather was poor Lovely area. Best equipped kitchen we have ever had in a holiday cottage. It would be lovely in the summer

Reviewed by Geoffrey 15th February 2026

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we stayed in winter the old school house is warm and welcoming the facilities are great, all you need in the kitchen and more and if is dose rain the entrance hall is perfectly equipped to cope . six of us stayed and a dog and we all had plenty of space [and dog treats left for the dog] not the only really nice touch, we all hope to visit again sooRead moren, and the local pub is close and dog friendly . we even saw Red Squirrels Great Hide

Reviewed by Laura 9th February 2026

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We had a fabulous weekend at The Old School House! Lovely house with everything you need. Comfortable beds with lovely linen and fluffy towels. Great enclosed garden for the dogs. We appreciated the extra towels for mucky paws! Would definitely recommend, and hope to visit again soon.

Reviewed by Mark 20th January 2026

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4 star all the way, everything has been well thought out and the decor is very high end. You really feel lucky to stay here, location is perfect, greet walking from your doorstep. I will definitely be returning in the future. I would not hesitate to recommend this property to anyone.

Reviewed by Tracey 24th November 2025

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Great property in a fantastic location. Owners are always on hand if there are any issues. We have stayed twice now and would highly recommend

Reviewed by Simon 26th October 2025

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I guess the best review i can give is we will definitely be back Perfect cottage helpful owners and lovely location with walks available straight from the front door

Reviewed by Josephine 14th October 2025

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excellent cottage in a good location. Very dog friendly. The beds were very comfortable and we all slept well. Lots of history to the building which was interesting. We would love to go back to this cottage

Reviewed by Jacqueline 5th October 2025

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We had a great holiday. The cottage was clean and welcoming. The welcome cakes were a nice surprise as was the dog biscuits and towels by the door. The cottage is well placed for the upper Dales and we explored places we had not been. I would recommend and would love to go back.

Reviewed by Alison 1st October 2025

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A 5 star cottage beautifully renovated by the owners very good quality fixtures and fittings throughout it is in a lovely location easy access to the pennine way and Hawes is approx 20 minutes walk away the owners live next door and nothing is too much trouble highly recommended we have re booked already for next year oh and the pub is a few minuteRead mores walk away Hide

Reviewed by Jayne 21st September 2025

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Extremely clean, well equipped and beautifully situated

Reviewed by Jonathan 31st August 2025

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Excellent property in great area.

Reviewed by Sophie 10th August 2025

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One of the best self catering cottages we have stayed in !! Kitchen was well equipped, lounge was really cosy, superking beds extremely comfy and the en suite shower rooms were also great when travelling as a group. A great location with the pub a couple of mins walk away. We visited Grassington, Settle and Leyburn while we were there and also the Read morenearby waterfall cotter force and slightly further away Aysgarth falls. Hawes itself was also a lovely village. Will 100% recommend to friends and family. The hosts were also so so lovely nothing was too much trouble. Hide

Reviewed by Lindsey 15th July 2025

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Fab cottage in a lovely location. Have stayed in the area many years and this cottage did not disappoint. Would definitely come again.

Reviewed by Philip 22nd June 2025

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Reviewed by Ronald 8th June 2025

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Reviewed by Vikki 28th April 2025

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Wonderful place, we had a lovely time. Owners are right next door if you have any issues. Beautiful scenery and right on the Pennine Way if you are a walker. Lovely sunny garden to sit with a glass of wine and watch the walkers if you're not.....If you have a dog that isn't great with other dogs you should be aware that next doors garden is onlyRead more separated by a wire fence and they have dogs too, they are very friendly and we didn't see them much but something to be aware of. Welcomed with some lovely homemade Hot Cross Buns that were yummy and set the tone for the week. Response from holidaycottages.co.uk The owners have now added an additional fence between the two gardens preventing access from either side Hide

Reviewed by Stuart 28th February 2025

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Fabulous, clean, well equipped cottage in absolutely stunning village and area!!

Reviewed by Valerie 8th February 2025

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The cottage had everything we needed, even small towels for muddy paws. The welcome cakes were delicious.

Reviewed by Rebecca 26th January 2025

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Fantastic ! Perfect place. Ideally situated, well equipped. We wanted to stay longer!

Reviewed by Heather 21st November 2024

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The cottage was absolutely fabulous. Very clean and very well equipped. Beautiful views. The area lovely and only 100 yds to the pub. Dont miss the waterfall behind the pub.

Reviewed by Kay 7th November 2024

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Lovely luxury cottage, interior is excellent, Local pub has great food, hawes not far for a visit to the cheese factory.

Reviewed by Melanie 27th October 2024

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Very comfortable accommodation enjoyed by three couples and their 4 dogs. Great location for country walks. Stroll up part of the Pennine Way that runs up the side of the adjoining house each morning to see a stunning sunrise. Local pub has a lovely atmosphere and good food and drink.

Reviewed by Jacqueline 13th October 2024

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We loved our stay. It was amazing so cosy, warm and had everything we needed. Decorated so nicely with lots of thought put into each room. Sitting in the garden was so peaceful and relaxing after a busy day. Would recommend to everyone and would definitely go back. Thank you.

Reviewed by Muriel 8th October 2024

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We had a stunning week mid-September and made full use of the walks right on our doorstep and the amazing drives over the Dales. Accommodation was excellent. Would certainly revisit.

Reviewed by A 2nd October 2024

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Canine Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.