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Oystercatcher - Swineside

Middleham, near Leyburn, Yorkshire
Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 3
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
5 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Games / Play facilities
Internet access
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Complex
Country houses
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At a glance

  • Beautiful barn conversion set in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales and surrounded by far-reaching views
  • Characterful original features include exposed stone walls and rustic ceiling beams
  • Unwind outdoors, dining alfresco in the private garden or getting competitive in the shared games room
Property code: OC-O32119

Deep in the Yorkshire Dales, this enviable stone cottage provides an exceptional getaway spot for large packs of family or friends, with four-pawed pals invited too, of course! The pet-friendly property is wonderfully spacious throughout, allowing six guests and two dogs to rest and recharge with plenty of room to spread out and make themselves at home. Multi-generational groups will love staying here, with a downstairs bedroom and bathroom for added accessibility, and a top dog games room on-site – a shared space filled with fun pastimes, a projector, and a wood burner for cosy evenings in.

Your dogs will be quick to explore all four corners of this generous property, moving excitedly between the ground floor’s kitchen and lounge/diner. The lounge is made for relaxation, complete with cushy sofas and a Smart TV. Pick a family favourite film and settle down with Rover curled up at your feet. When the sun shines, the private front garden offers another space to unwind, featuring outdoor seating and a BBQ. There’s also a shared garden and a field where pets can really get stuck into a game of fetch. Back at the property, three en-suite bedrooms are arranged over two floors, and private parking is available just outside.

Fabulous Coverdale stretches out on either side of this property, offering a never-ending selection of walks, hikes, and sticks to fetch. Explore a string of charming local Dales towns including Leyburn (8 miles), Kettlewell (12 miles), and Hawes (18.5 miles) – each well worth a day trip by car, with scenic footpaths circling every destination. Nearby, families will love the relatively easy-to-hike hill of Great Whernside (14.5 miles), letting Fido lead the way to its fantastic summit.

  • 3 bedrooms – 2 king-size, 1 super-king-size zip-and-link (converts to two singles by prior arrangement)
  • 3 en-suite shower rooms with WC
  • Electric oven/hob, microwave, fridge with ice compartment, drinks fridge, dishwasher, washing machine, and Tassimo coffee machine
  • Welcome pack
  • Travel cot and highchair available on request
  • Smart TV in the lounge
  • Private front garden with outdoor seating and charcoal BBQ
  • Shared rear garden with lawn space, picnic area and fire pit
  • Shared communal room with games, pool table, dining table, and wood burner (logs supplied). A projector is also available on request
  • Shared games barn room with table tennis and darts
  • Storage for bikes
  • Private parking for 3 cars (additional parking available by prior arrangement)
  • Pub/restaurant 2.5 miles, shop 5 miles
  • Owners will provide a taxi service to the pub for a small fee please contact owners directly
  • Please note: Mobile phone signal is weak but WIFI calling is available
  • Private water supply from a spring, bottled water is provided
  • This property can be booked alongside Curlew - Swineside (C30831) sleeps 2, and Lapwing - Swineside (L30870) sleeps 2 to accommodate up to 10 guests.
  • Arrival: 15:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 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 7 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Alison 9th June 2026

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Beautiful cottage in a beautiful setting. Very well furnished and equipped. Had a lovely holiday with my family.

Reviewed by David 1st June 2026

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An incredible location, communication with the hosts was excellent, nothing was too much trouble. All required equipment was available and the communal area well stocked with games and DVDs. Only thing I would have liked, was more time there. Great example of a holiday cottage.

Reviewed by Peter 14th May 2026

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Lovely accommodation, clean and well stocked with the benefit of a super communal room we made use of throughout our holiday. The owners, who were lovely, go above and beyond with extras including a great welcome pack on arrival.

Reviewed by Marge 29th March 2026

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Would recommend this property, really great had everything for an amazing weekend and perfect hosts

Reviewed by Anne 17th March 2026

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The cottage is very cosy and the three en-suite bathrooms and ground floor bedroom provide extra comfort and convenience. The location is amazing right up in the fells, perfect for walkers and those who simply love the beauty of the Dales

Reviewed by Clive 29th November 2025

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Lovely location and cottage. Very comfortable and we would definitely return.

Reviewed by Christopher 24th November 2025

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Wonderfully restored and furnished cottage set amidst spectacular landscapes. Hosts were exceptionally welcoming and helpful. Bedrooms were imaginatively configured and having all of them en suite enabled us to have a very comfortable family holiday, and access to the shared Covey was a valuable additional resource. The November weather was unexpecRead moretedly kind and allowed us to enjoy several great walks in Coverdale. All in all, a great place for a break and we'll definitely return. Hide

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Location

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2 more properties at this location

Curlew - Swineside

Curlew - Swineside

Sleeps: 2 | Bedrooms: 1

£522 - £827

Lapwing - Swineside

Lapwing - Swineside

Sleeps: 2 | Bedrooms: 1

£522 - £827

To arrange group bookings across one or more of these properties, call our team to check availability and book.

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.