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Gate Eel Farmhouse

Dacre Banks, near Pateley Bridge, Yorkshire
Sleeps 10
Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 3
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 3
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Quirky
Games / Play facilities
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Decorated for Christmas
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
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At a glance

  • Elegant 17th century Grade II-listed property sleeping ten guests across five bedrooms
  • Beautiful, spacious property set in picturesque Nidderdale
  • Enjoy the enclosed and manicured, south-facing lawn garden
Property code: OC-83663

Nestled amongst rural splendour on the cusp of Dacre Banks, this grand farmhouse dates back to 1666 and is brimming with period charm. Sleeping ten humans and two hounds across five bedrooms, you’ll have everything you need to relax and entertain in style whether you are uncorking a bottle of wine in the dining room or preparing for a family BBQ in the garden.

Boasting stone-flagged floors, timber ceilings and an impressive decor characterised by antique-style furniture and original artworks, the property is oozing elegance and charm. Wake up to a hearty breakfast prepared in the kitchen that has an array of gadgets for cooking up a storm, including a delightful AGA for Fido to snooze beside. Help yourself to a coffee and settle down at the table, or relax in front of the open fire in the lounge with your pup at your feet. There’s a dining room for formal pack dinners complete with a baby grand piano, and for practicality, the utility room and boot room are both well equipped for cleaning muddy paws. Several staircases lead to the bedrooms, and there is a fabulous games room and snug tucked in the eaves of the house. Outside, the vast garden is top dog for fun on the lawn, or why not fire up the BBQ for a sizzling supper.

Sniff out the most exciting routes for walkies, navigating the trails leading around the picturesque Brinham Rocks 2 miles away, and Fountains Abbey has acres of grounds to explore with your tufty-pawed pal 9.5 miles away. Delightful Pateley Bridge is another gem to investigate with interesting shops and eateries 4 miles away, or the spa town of Harrogate is within 11.5 miles with its abundance of shops, eateries and amusements including the Turkish Baths.

  • 5 bedrooms - 2 super-king-size zip-and-link (which can be made into twins on request), 1 super-king-size, 2 doubles
  • Accommodation of the bedrooms is spilt between two sections of the house
  • 1 bathroom with bath, separate shower and WC, 2 en-suite shower rooms with WC and 1 separate WC
  • Gas AGA and additional gas hob, microwave, fridge with ice compartment, dishwasher and pod coffee machine
  • Utility room with washing machine, tumble dryer, freezer and extra fridge
  • Welcome pack on arrival
  • Travel cot and highchair available on request
  • Open log fire ( first basket of logs included)
  • TV/DVD with Amazon firestick in the lounge
  • Snug/games room with Smart TV/DVD, PlayStation 2 and children's pool table
  • Enclosed, lawned garden with furniture, rear patio area with furniture and charcoal BBQ
  • Secure cycle storage
  • Off-road parking for 3 cars
  • Shop and pub within 200 metres
  • Please note there are low ceilings and beams in the attic snug/games rooms and many stone steps throughout the property
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 3 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Kirsten Wilcock

This property is personally managed by Kirsten.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 25 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Christina 28th February 2026

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A great family home. Enough room for all the family and 3 dogs too. Wonderful to sit around the kitchen table, chat and enjoy the aga as we cooked. Friendly shop and pub, max 2 mins walk away. Even a local distillery, Whittakers, an easy 10min walk away. Making and selling gin & whisky. Lots of walks straight from the farmhouse into NidderdaleRead more and easy access via car to other visitor attractions. Making it a great base. Hide

Reviewed by Steve 20th February 2026

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Perfect. The cottage comfortably housed 9 of us with plenty of room, the facilities provided where more then enough for home cooking ect and everywhere was pristine.

Reviewed by Clive 30th January 2026

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A fabulous property with plenty of room for 10 people... the kitchen and bedrooms are particularly good!... Enjoy!

Reviewed by Derek 24th October 2025

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Brilliant house in a wonderful location. We were a family of nine with ages ranging between 11 - 80. It was important that the youngsters could escape from the oldsters, Job done. If you like old, characterful properties you'll like this.

Reviewed by Keith Graham 19th September 2025

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There were 10 of us, six adults and four children aged 8 to 11. We found the property spacious, comfortable and well equipped for our purposes. The owner had very helpfully given us a list of local venues for drink and meals. We had two meals at the Wellington in Darley and can recommend it..

Reviewed by Ruth 12th September 2025

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Gate Eel House is a fantastic property for large groups. When a small problem arose, David was instantly there to put it right(Thankyou) Perfectly Situated to visit all that Nidderdale has to offer, it is a home we would all gladly return to. Fantastic proper pub in the village. Local shop which always seems to be open and the bus stop which takes Read moreyou to either Harrogate or Pateley is within a two minute walk. Thankyou from all of us for making our stay a very pleasant one. Hide

Reviewed by Robert 5th September 2025

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Great space for three generations of family and dogs. (Ages 18 to 80). Clean, tidy and well equipped. Comfortable and well kept. Good location, good local pub and shop. I would recommend it for a multi generation family holiday.

Reviewed by Jacqui 15th August 2025

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A very clean and comfortable cottage. Suitable for our 3 generation holiday

Reviewed by Angela 2nd August 2025

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Reviewed by Andy 25th July 2025

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Fabulous house steeped in history and original features. Well appointed with most things thought of for a weeks stay with 3 generations of family. Great games room for the kids and the worlds largest DVD selection! Outside space a little more limited but very well maintained. Some of the equipment is a little tired but it didnt detract from what waRead mores a fabulous stay. Hide

Reviewed by Stella 20th June 2025

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All members of our group enjoyed their stay. The grand piano was a bonus. The property is In a pleasant and convenient place in the village. Care is needed on some staircases for anyone with reduced mobility. Host responded quickly and comprehensively to any communications. I would recommend this property.

Reviewed by Gill 6th June 2025

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Ideal house for dogs with washable floors through out. Also dogs made to feel very welcome with thoughtful items such as dog treats , towels and plenty of water bowls

Reviewed by Kevin 25th April 2025

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Reviewed by Darryl 28th March 2025

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Reviewed by Cathy 31st January 2025

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beautiful house in. a lovely village .. it was like stepping back in time to 1666 , we loved the aga and , we where 2 adults with 4 chihuahuas .. will visit again ... cathy and stewe

Reviewed by Robert 17th January 2025

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A cracking property both inside and out. The property description is accurate. I've not much to add that's not covered in other reviews but we very surprised with the number of DVDs, books and games available if needed. Communication with the owner was efficient and the check-in instructions were clear. The Royal Oak pub is a short walk away, has gRead moreood beer and a surprisingly wide selection of vegan food that impressed our resident vegan. Menus in the house's comprehensive Welcome Guide. Hide

Reviewed by Eric 3rd January 2025

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Reviewed by Jane 9th October 2024

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Outstanding house in a fabulous location.

Reviewed by Kathryn 30th August 2024

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A wonderful property, with perfect gardens and grounds. Will fully recommend to others and hope to return one day. Thank you

Reviewed by Juan Luis 23rd August 2024

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This is a lovely old house, well equipped and well maintained and also well located in one of perhaps the lesser-known Yorkshire dales, but arguably one of the most attractive. The house has been well kept and where it matters, i. e. the bathrooms, suitably modernised, but it has not been tampered with, that is to say the beams are the original oneRead mores, the wooden floors creak, and the furniture (beds excepted) is old. If what you want is faux-antique, stay away. Otherwise, you'll love it. Hide

Reviewed by Judith 16th August 2024

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Everyone in our party loved this beautiful old house. It was perfectly equipped. Everything worked, all the beds were comfortable and there was an ample supply of fluffy towels. The boys loved their playroom and we all liked the Aga in the cosy kitchen. The piano was a definite plus too. There was so much to do in the surrounding area that a week wRead moreasnt long enough to cover the essentials. We hope to return. Hide

Reviewed by Thomas 9th August 2024

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Reviewed by Sharon 19th July 2024

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Great spot , amazing pub 2 minutes away that does best food ever . Superb house with lovely garden and lots of space including kids den , everyone was happy !

Reviewed by Joanna 28th June 2024

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Reviewed by Sharon 20th June 2024

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Had a fantastic stay at this property with 3 generations of our family. Everyone had a great time and loved the property. Garden is immaculate and we had lovely weather to enjoy it. Highly recommend for a large family or group. Host kept in touch through out or stay to make sure everything ok. Ideal location to explore the area. Would happily returRead moren. Hide

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