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The Old Waiting Room

Wensley Station, near Leyburn, Yorkshire
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
5 star
Sky TV
Towels included
Romantic
Luxury
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Downstairs bedroom
Decorated for Christmas
Downstairs bathroom
Pub nearby
Complex
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At a glance

  • Beautifully refurbished in 2020 former station waiting rooms nestled in the Yorkshire Dales
  • Luxurious interior with lots of special touches and home comforts
  • A Wonderful base for keen walkers and sightseers
  • Within easy reach of Leyburn, Richmond and Masham
Property code: OC-78575

This unique holiday home is in the quaint village of Wensley, on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Sleeping four guests and one waggy-tailed chum, the cottage makes a wonderful couples’ retreat or base for a group of friends. The vibrant market town of Leyburn is 2.5 miles away and nearby paw-friendly attractions include Aysgarth Falls (7 miles) and Wensleydale Railway (2.5 miles).

The cottage sits next to the tracks of the heritage Wensleydale Railway and the former train station waiting rooms have been lovingly restored to create this luxurious holiday home. Each room boasts elegant furniture, opulent accessories, and statement original features, to create a truly unique backdrop to your holiday. The heart of the home is a spacious lounge/kitchen/diner, where you can rustle up fabulous feasts to enjoy together at the antique-style dining table. The cosy lounge area has an eclectic mix of seating set around a SkyTV; as you unwind in front of a movie, Rover can enjoy a little doze in the warmth of the open fire. The property has two luxurious bedrooms with plush soft furnishings and ample storage. One of the bedrooms has an en-suite shower room, and there’s also a separate bathroom. The open-aspect garden has a choice of private seating areas and for an evening of al fresco entertaining, you’ll find outdoor crockery, glassware, and a BBQ in the shed.

There are some fantastic dog walks to embark on in and around the village, including along the River Ure and to the hidden beauty spot of Wensley Waterfall. Further afield, the spectacular Aysgarth Falls make a delightful doggy day out on a hot day, with plenty of shady, woodland tracks to scamper along and pretty picnic spots next to the water. The bustling market town of Leyburn has a great range of independent shops and eateries. The town also hosts a regular market, where you can pick up delicious local produce, including the iconic Wensleydale cheese.

  • 2 bedrooms - 1 super-king-size and 1 king-size
  • 1 bathroom with shower over bath and WC and 1 en-suite shower room with shower and WC
  • Electric oven and hob, hot water tap, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, microwave, wine cooler, coffee machine and washing machine
  • Private parking for 2 cars
  • Shop 2 miles and pub within walking distance
  • 2 Well behaved dog welcome (no enclosed garden)
  • Large patio spaces and lockable storage
  • Smart TV with Sky Q (movies, entertainment and sports package) in bedrooms and lounge
  • Welcome basket and complimentary toiletries provided
  • Gas BBQ available
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Rachel Stowe

This property is personally managed by Rachel.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 24 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Alison 20th June 2026

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Lovely peaceful location. Beautiful conversion with lots of thoughtful extras such as phone chargers, fans, good selection of glasses. Good quality fittings.

Reviewed by Rachel 13th June 2026

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Our stay at the old waiting room was fantastic, the property was very clean, high end furnishings and beautifully decorated. The excellent welcome pack was a bonus. We will definitely return. Thank you for making our stay so lovely.

Reviewed by Tim 27th May 2026

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Reviewed by Lynda 25th April 2026

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Loved the location so peaceful and quiet, the garden areas extend the number of sitting areas , so lovely . Perfect all on one level.

Reviewed by Richard 15th April 2026

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Reviewed by Annie 7th April 2026

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Cottage was beautifully decorated, so comfortable and had everything we needed and more. Would highly recommend this Cottage.

Reviewed by Ann 6th March 2026

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Fantastic accommodation we had everything we needed the place is beautiful.

Reviewed by Amanda 24th December 2025

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The cottage was high end luxury absolutely beautiful thank you

Reviewed by Juliet 3rd October 2025

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Reviewed by Yvonne 26th September 2025

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Reviewed by Hillary 19th September 2025

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Beautiful cottage, attention to detail, spotlessly clean. Ideal for 2 but could imagine it being a bit cramped for 4 adults in the living area. Lots of great gastro pubs within 10 minutes. Very peaceful, comfy bed & a good shower. No complaints, would highly recommend it to anyone.

Reviewed by Brian 15th August 2025

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Enjoyed our stay (6 nights). Nice place, in a peaceful setting. Plenty to explore in the area by foot or cycle. Would recommend.

Reviewed by James 4th August 2025

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Beautiful cottage transformed from an old railway waiting room, furnished and decorated to a high standard. quiet tranquil location yet close to many of the villages in the vicinity.

Reviewed by Deborah 18th July 2025

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We absolutely loved our stay here. The welcome pack was fabulous and we were blown away by the quality of the accommodation and luxury touches. Everything had been thought of with many kitchen essentials provided. The choice of outdoor spaces were great and we loved the tranquil setting. This cottage is perfectly located to enjoy doorstep walks as Read morewell as exploring further afield. We visited Aysgarth, Richmond, Reeth, Muker, Keld, Leyburn, Bolton Castle, Jervaulx Abbey, Harmby and much more. Hide

Reviewed by Mark 4th July 2025

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Reviewed by Cathy 6th June 2025

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The cottage is beautifully decorated throughout with some lovely touches. Everything you could possibly need is there. A lovely, quiet and picturesque location close to many attractions with Leyburn only a five minute drive. We were fortunate to meet the lovely owner on our first day. She was so friendly and welcoming. I would definitely recommend Read morethis wonderful cottage. Hide

Reviewed by Graham 30th May 2025

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The cottage was everything I thought it would be, great location, lovely garden and the facilities were great. On arriving a welcome pack was left which was very much appreciated.

Reviewed by Lesley 9th May 2025

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Enjoyed our visit, really nicely designed. Treats were very appreciated, thank you. We are back again in September

Reviewed by Lynda 25th April 2025

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We loved The Old Waiting Room, it suited our particular requirements perfectly, Its wonderfully comfortable with lots of extra touches and little luxuries, which made it seem very welcoming and special. Weve booked again for next year, which says it all. The weather was spectacular which meant we could make use of all the lovely outdoor seating.

Reviewed by Gordon 4th April 2025

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Reviewed by Jane 21st October 2024

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Loved this 5 star cottage with high class decor and furnishings. The master bedroom and bathroom was very sumptuous and the little extras have a feel of a 5 star hotel room. Location was superb and outside space would be delightful in good weather.

Reviewed by Susan 16th August 2024

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It was an amazing place to stay surrounded by beautiful countryside. We had the most relaxing time. We

Reviewed by Mark 28th June 2024

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Lovely comfy cottage. Description of location and train line needs updating. Disappointing train line is no longer operational.

Reviewed by Rebecca 24th June 2024

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Great 5 star property! Everything you need for a wonderful holiday, beautifully designed lots of attention to detail. We will be back

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