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Darjeeling

Bedale, North Yorkshire
Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
No Dogs
5 star
Complex of properties
Hot tub
Internet access
Pub nearby
Luxury
Romantic
Quirky
Towels included
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At a glance

  • Romantic retreat with fabulous wood-fired hot tub for two guests
  • Ideal for short breaks - set within a unique Grade ll listed building
  • Secluded location with views of the rolling countryside, set within the grounds of a picturesque historic estate in Wensleydale
  • Enjoy the scenic walks of the gentle Yorkshire Dales right on your doorstep
  • Perfectly situated to take a trip out to York or Harrogate and visits to the local market towns of Bedale, Leyburn and Richmond

Property code: G0044

Introducing a gorgeous Grade II listed building that has been lovingly transformed into a bijou countryside retreat. Ideal for couples looking to enjoy a slow-paced getaway to the incomparable Yorkshire Dales.

A wonderful, unique retreat this holiday prospect comes complete with a hot tub set within the grounds of a beautiful and historic estate in Wensleydale. Subject to recent and outstanding renovation, this gorgeous Grade-II listed building has been transformed into a luxury bijou country retreat every bit as romantic as it seems.

This cottage has an incredibly romantic history. It's said that the former Earl of the estate had four Palladian style model farms built at each point of the compass from his castle so that his Italian wife would feel at home. Darjeeling forms part of one of these stunning Georgian farms and affords its own wonderful views of the castle, estate and Wensleydale beyond. Great care has been taken to retain the elegant character of the building as well as introducing the latest green technology. A Biomass boiler and solar panels on a building nearby combine to provide clean heat and hot water to this listed building.

Downstairs you'll find a cosy living area complete with a bespoke kitchen and breakfast bar dining area. The hand-crafted kitchen boasts warm oak floors and chunky wooden worktop as well as a top of the range combination oven, microwave and hob. Inside the hand-painted cupboards you'll find porcelain plates and cups as well as brand name pans to cook with. The wooden breakfast bar is perfectly proportioned for two. Pull up a stool and enjoy some freshly laid eggs from the resident hens for breakfast. It's also the perfect spot for a few glasses of bubbly before heading out for dinner. Downstairs is also home to a luxurious wet room designed for two. Step in to find Travertine tiles from floor to ceiling, underfloor heating, a monsoon shower head and a heated LED mirror. Complimentary toiletries and fluffy Egyptian-style cotton towels are included too for that luxury ambiance.

Make your way up the stairs to the classically-styled bedroom. Take in the specular views of the nearby castle through the round window and from the Juliet balcony a view of the newly commissioned formal parterre gardens in the grounds. Throw open the curtains each morning and take in some of the most romantic vistas in Yorkshire. The bedroom has a double oak bed. There's TV for those relaxing evenings watching movies in your PJs. With hi-speed Wi-Fi included you can stream movies direct to your TV to enjoy.

Set within the grounds of a larger estate, the accommodation has much to enjoy outside as well as in. Not least the indulgent wood-fired hot tub. Take a turn around the fully walled garden; enjoy the mature trees and elegant Georgian architecture as well as a beautiful Parterre formal garden. Grab a blanket and strike out to find your favourite picnic spot. For those long lazy lunches over a bottle or two there's a sheltered private dining area complete with top quality outdoor furniture. Uninterrupted views in all directions, sunsets and romantic evening lighting combine to create something magical in this little corner of Yorkshire.

 

  • Ideal for short breaks
  • 1 comfy, stylish double bedroom
  • Wet room designed for two
  • Please note there is no lounge - the accommodation has been styled as a luxury boutique hotel room
  • Off-road parking
  • Pub within half a mile
  • Regret no children
  • Wood-fired hot tub situated in a secluded area with breath taking views
  • LCD TV
  • Wi-Fi included
  • Set within a gorgeous historic estate with access to the grounds
  • Outside courtyard and seating area with fabulous views
  • Complimentary toiletries
  • Egyptian cotton towels provided
  • Kitchen: combination oven, microwave and hob
  • Available for short breaks only
  • Hot-Tub: There is a £12.50 charge for each day of use, to cover the cost of the wood used. You can also take advantage of the option 'Drop and Dip' service (£45), where the owner will have the hot tub nice and warm on your arrival with a bottle of Prosecco chilling in the fridge.
  • Visit the local attractions of Bolton Castle,  Aysgarth falset, Thorp Perrow Arboretum and Wensleydale Creamery
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed
  • Please note there is a refundable £60 security deposit for this property payable closer to the start of your holiday

This holiday property is set within a larger estate in a pretty village in Wensleydale. Equidistant from the Yorkshire market towns of Bedale and Leyburn, the village itself is very pretty; old stone cottages very typical of the Yorkshire Dales.

Beyond the village the attractive town of Bedale (3.5 miles) is worth a visit. Stop for a coffee before making your way around the town's antique shops. In the opposite direction you'll find the charming market town of Leyburn (7.5 miles). Leyburn is an archetypical slice of Dales market town life. You'll find traditional shops, pubs and cafes all gathered around the handsome town square, which hosts a busy market every Friday. Leyburn is also home to the biggest auction centre outside of London if you fancy picking up a bargain. The nearby historic town of Richmond (8.3 miles) is similar in many ways and has a lovely setting along the River Swale.

There are lots of other pretty villages and stunning natural sights all within close range. Aysgarth Falls (15 miles) and Bolton Castle (13.5 miles) are an easy drive away. If walking is your thing, the Yorkshire Dales are something of a walker's paradise with many beautiful walks from your doorstep. And there are plenty of options for cycling too in Tour De France country. Our concierge will be more than happy to recommend some walks and cycle routes for you if required. And when you need to refuel stop at one of the areas many excellent gastro pubs.

Rupert Spiers

This property is personally managed by Rupert.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 35 guest ratings

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Reviewed by RAYMOND 26th May 2023

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Reviewed by Lauren 7th April 2023

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Reviewed by Sue 24th March 2023

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Lovely quaint cottage, beautifully decorated and spotless. Great location and views , the wood fired hot tub was fun, and the drop n dip service great for the first night. We arrived to freshly baked bread and eggs. The bread was delicious and a lovely touch. Perfect location to visit some great places. Just a few mins drive. We visited Thorpe PerrRead moreow Arboretum, Bolton castle and harmby waterfall. All worth a visit. We even had sooty the cat join us on the last night. Hide

Reviewed by Karen 17th October 2022

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Reviewed by Janet 30th September 2022

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Lovely teeny tiny property. Well laid out. Beautiful countryside. The views are stunning. Secluded location which adds to the appeal. Allow yourself enough time for the hot tub to heat up but once in it is a delightful experience. The star gazing is superb. (You have to lie perfectly still for the outside light to go outand thenwow!).

Reviewed by Sarah 23rd September 2022

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The accommodation was beyond everything we had hoped for. Yes it is compact, but perfectly formed, well equipped and the owner was most helpful and friendly and gave us ideas for days out and gave fabulous directions so we could set off on foot to the castle we could see from the bedroom window. The location was perfect for us, just off the beaten Read moretrack, heavenly no traffic noise. The property and grounds are really well maintained. The hot tub, was well worth the effort to get heated up. Hide

Reviewed by Martin 9th September 2022

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Perfect little cosy hideaway nestled in the Yorkshire Dales. Loved the location, very secluded. Well equipped cottage which was clean. Hosts were very friendly and left us some freshly baked bread, butter, eggs and jams which was a nice touch! Loved the hot tub. If youre very lucky you might get a visit from the cat! We loved our stay and will be gRead moreoing back. Hide

Reviewed by David 26th August 2022

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All new and clean lovely grounds it's set in,very quiet and friendly and helpful hostel.

Reviewed by Lydia 5th August 2022

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Amazing weekend away, we will definitely be back, the place was beautiful and almost felt like we wasnt in the UK, but in a beautiful setting in France with the amazing views, along with lovely owners, they were so kind and helpful.

Reviewed by Janet 18th July 2022

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Absolutely beautiful place to stay, peaceful and relaxing, would highly recommend to anyone. Ideal location for touring North Yorkshire, we had lovely days out at Hawes, Leyburn and Richmond, was lovely to come back to such a quiet place, read our books and enjoy relaxing in the hot tub

Reviewed by Angela 11th July 2022

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We really enjoyed our stay and the owners parents were very welcoming and friendly! It was a nice addition with the homemade bread and fresh eggs in the cottage and very cosy, ideal for a short break away, and plenty of places/attractions to visit in the area. Their cat was equally lovely and visited often! Would highly recommend to family and frieRead morends. Hide

Reviewed by Michaela 8th July 2022

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Reviewed by Steven 27th May 2022

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Reviewed by Danielle 15th April 2022

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Reviewed by Paul 1st April 2022

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Enjoyed a lovely relaxing stay. Perfect for a romantic getaway.

Reviewed by William 25th March 2022

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Reviewed by Robert 21st March 2022

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Reviewed by Alexandra 28th January 2022

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Lovely little romantic location with some great views. Lovely towns around the area but would need a car to travel to these. Property clean and comfortable and a lovely welcome by the owners.

Reviewed by Bernadette 7th January 2022

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Absolutely beautiful place, couldn't have asked for anything better. It was so peaceful and relaxing, just what we needed. The cottage is small but well thought out, the hot tub is a great addition, as was the bread and eggs for breakfast, i would love to visit again in the summer.

Reviewed by Michelle 29th November 2021

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A beautiful hi spec cottage in a lovely rural area. The cottage is bijou as advertised but my partner is tall so we did find it a bit too small. Lovely spacious wet room though and a really comfy bed! You would have to set aside a morning to heat up the log fired hot tub if you wanted to use it later on as it initially takes 3 hours to get going. IRead moret was a bit too far out of the way and a bit too small for us. Would recommend for summer stay but not winter Hide

Reviewed by David 19th November 2021

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Reviewed by Chelsea 5th November 2021

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The most beautiful little place with amazing views from the hot tub! Personal touches like the baked bread and eggs left from the owner really stood out! We cant wait to book up again

Reviewed by Samantha 1st November 2021

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If you want something quirky and remote then you will love this place. Very clean/host was lovely. Views from the tub. Wow.. beautiful place. Lots of beautiful places to visit so car is essential really. Would highly recommend. Many thanks for sharing this place, Samantha & Mike

Reviewed by Mick 11th October 2021

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Reviewed by Steve 4th October 2021

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Very compact, high standard of equipment. Hot tub was great in the evening.

Reviewed by Samantha 10th September 2021

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So romantic, we got engaged x

Reviewed by Craig 6th September 2021

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Fantastic location and cottage very comfortable with everything you need and all fittings to a high standard

Reviewed by Andrew 27th August 2021

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1 Minimal instructions in property for equipment & locality 2 TV not working, had to use own net fix account. 3 Had a power cut - Not owners fault but he was aware when informed and clearly solor panels don't work Whilst a location to die for, the property was over sold. Clearly not as described within. Owner needs to read own description and ensurRead moree the facilities are as described and everything works. If faults occur with heating & electrics have decency to inform his clients. Hide

Reviewed by Stephanie 23rd August 2021

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Compact, but workable

Reviewed by Christine 9th August 2021

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Reviewed by Becky 26th July 2021

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Place was absolutely stunning. The items within the property were perfect and to a high quality. Lovely welcome by lady owner, who was super helpful. Very cute to have the eggs and bread.

Reviewed by David 23rd July 2021

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The cottage was exactly as it was stated the host was there on arrival home made bread eggs and butter left which was lovely the cottage is away from everything very tranquil stunning views and everything you need for a self catering holiday

Reviewed by Kate 28th June 2021

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This is a beautiful holiday home with a great view from Darjeeling, the sunset was visible from the hot tub which was perfect. Its a really relaxing place to get away for a few days. There are a few pubs an hours walk away (Limited footpath) or a short drive. Would personally recommend the Greyhound Inns pie night on a Tuesday! The owners of the coRead morettage were very welcoming and friendly and showed us how to use the wood fired hot tub. Lovely having their friendly cat and dog around as well! Hide

Reviewed by Gary 21st June 2021

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What a fantastic and beautiful place to spend a week , I couldnt recommend this place any higher. Hidden away off the beaten track this place is stunning and the property is absolutely first class and just as beautiful as its surroundings. Our hosts Karl & Aisling made us very welcome and the homemade bread Aisling made us went down a treat with teRead morea and toast with Jam for breakfast. And the hot tub was awesome after a long day walking around the dales .. perfect Hide

Reviewed by Sarah 7th June 2021

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We were extremely lucky to have amazing weather, the setting was idyllic, and it felt like we were somewhere abroad, rather than so close to home. The hot tub was a real treat, and had gorgeous views over the Dales, watching the sunset was just perfect. The fresh bread and eggs that greeted us were delicious, and the accommodation was compact but fRead moreinished to an extremely high standard. Would definitely recommend a stay here if you want to truly unwind. Hide

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