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The Blue House

Low Grantley, near Ripon, Yorkshire
Sleeps 17
Bedrooms 8
Bathrooms 5
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 5
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Luxury
Games / Play facilities
Internet access
EV Charging
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Decorated for Christmas
Downstairs bathroom
Pub nearby
15 more

At a glance

  • A great base for walkers to enjoy spectacular Yorkshire Dales scenery
  • Garden with large lawn and two patios, offering outside dining for all
  • Games facilities provide family fun whatever the weather
Property code: OC-72263

In the heart of the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this spacious 17th-century stone cottage has been lovingly renovated to provide stylish and relaxing accommodation. With ample space for up to 17 human guests with four canine companions, this wonderfully secluded country house makes a fantastic base for exploring the Yorkshire Dales. Set within 10 acres which you are free to roam – livestock permitting – the property also features a garden with rural views, built-in BBQ, fire pit, and games barn with table tennis and secure bike storage.

Hewn from York stone, this magnificent cottage has been imaginatively updated, with underfloor heating beneath the flagstone floors of the light and fully equipped kitchen/diner. Opening out onto the large wraparound patio, and providing ample space for everyone to enjoy a celebratory meal, the extended dining area is perfect for relaxing in. You can also unwind in the lovely first-floor snug and lounge, each with Smart TV and a wood burner – perfect for snuggling up in the evening, with additional features including a pool table and piano. The property offers eight delightful bedrooms; four on the ground floor and four upstairs, all with beautiful country views. There are also two stylish bathrooms, and three shower rooms (two of them en-suite).

Dogs are welcome at numerous attractions nearby including Thorp Perrow (12 miles), Fountains Abbey (3.5 miles), Brimham Rocks, the Himalayan Garden (both 6 miles), Mother Shipton’s Cave (13 miles) and the ruins of Richard III’s Middleham Castle (17 miles). The bustling market town of Ripon (5.5 miles), the charming village of Pateley Bridge (8.5 miles) and the spa town of Harrogate (12.5 miles) all have plenty of great pubs, tearooms, restaurants and attractions, many of them dog-friendly. There are also miles of unforgettable walks through Nidderdale and the Yorkshire Dales.

  • SLEEPS 17+2
  • 8 bedrooms – (4 of them on the ground floor) 6 super-king-size zip-and-links (which can be made into twin beds on prior request), one of these with additional single bed plus pull-out single bed and one with a pull-out single bed, 1 king-size, 1 double
  • 5 Bathrooms (3 of them on the ground floor) - 1 shower room with WC, 2 bathrooms with shower over bath and WC, 2 en-suite shower rooms with WC
  • Electric range cooker with hob/oven, dishwasher, double fridge/freezer, Microwave, bread machine and Pod coffee machine
  • Utility - Washing machine
  • Welcome pack provided
  • 2 Highchairs and travel cot available on request
  • Multi-fuel stove in snug and lounge
  • Smart TV in the lounge, kitchen and snug
  • Pool table, piano, board games and lots of books
  • Games barn with table tennis, convertible to secure lockable bike storage on request
  • Large garden with two patio areas with outdoor garden furniture
  • Firepit and large charcoal BBQ
  • 2 dog crates available at property
  • Ample off-street parking
  •  Please note, group bookings may be checked to ensure the purpose of the stay is for a holiday, and where relevant, a security deposit may be requested
  • Pub 0.5mls, shop 2.9 mls
  • Please note this property has two staircases. The original cottage stairs are steep and uneven stone. All rooms are accessible via the modern wooden staircase.
  • Electric vehicle charging on site
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 17:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 5 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply