Round up friends, family and a couple of canine companions for a stay at this 16th-century farmhouse. Close to historic Hawes and with walks from the doorstep, it’s in a great spot for sniffing out some of the Dales’ most-loved locations. Afterwards, unwind in a choice of social spaces and take your pick of four bedrooms, two of them en-suite. An open fire, wood burner, and patio garden add all-season appeal.
A handy utility/boot room welcomes you into this characterful country home, and has a door to the ground-floor cloakroom plus space to stow your outdoor gear. Beyond, the kitchen/diner bursts with farmhouse charm courtesy of its stone flooring and rustic dining suite, while the adjacent dairy room could be an ideal spot for sleepy pups and their paraphernalia. The wood burner adds ambience when you gather for mealtimes in the separate dining room. Flooded with natural light and featuring an open fire, the homely lounge has a selection of soft seating and a TV for home-style entertainment, while the cosy snug also has its own TV and offers an alternative setting for downtime. Once the dogs are dozing, four bedrooms are on the first floor – one with a super-king-size zip-and-link bed, two king-sized rooms each with their own en-suite shower room, and one twin room. A family bathroom off the landing has both a bath and a shower for supreme flexibility. Lap up the scenic views from the enclosed patio garden, which has a charcoal BBQ and furniture for al fresco dining.
Space to park six cars means you can enjoy walkies whenever you want – bridleways cross the surrounding countryside and offer stunning views. Hardraw Force (3 miles) and Aysgarth Falls (10 miles) are must-sees, while the iconic Ribblehead Viaduct is just 11 miles away. For an authentic taste of local life, visit Hawes (3 miles), one of England's highest towns and home of the world-famous Wensleydale Cheese.