Guests say
Barnbrook Cottage receives high praise for its spotlessly clean, well-equipped, and comfortable accommodation in a peaceful village setting. Guests appreciate the excellent location for exploring the Yorkshire Dales, with scenic walks and a welcoming local pub nearby. The cottage is described as a home from home, with many returning guests. Minor issues mentioned include the shower pressure, storage heaters, and some maintenance points, but these do not detract from the overwhelmingly positive experience. Occasional thoughtful touches, such as welcome goodies, are appreciated but not guaranteed.
Cleanliness is consistently highlighted, with many guests describing the cottage as spotlessly clean and well maintained. Only a few minor issues, such as dust on a bathroom fitting and occasional flies, were noted, but these were rare exceptions.
The location is highly praised for its tranquillity, beautiful surroundings, and proximity to walks and attractions like Aysgarth Falls and Bolton Castle. The nearby pub is a frequent positive mention, and guests find the village an ideal base for exploring the Dales.
Guests frequently describe the cottage as comfortable, cosy, and a home from home. Beds are generally praised, though a few guests found the memory foam mattress too warm or the twin room ceiling restrictive. Overall, comfort is a strong point.
The cottage is very well equipped, with a well-stocked kitchen, washer/dryer, and reliable broadband. Some guests noted the shower could be improved and mentioned older heating and appliances, but these did not significantly impact their stay.
Several guests mention thoughtful touches such as welcome goodies (mince pies, bubbly), comprehensive information, and prompt owner responses. However, these gestures are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Located in the Yorkshire Dales National Park, in the village of Carperby, is this traditional semi- detached stone cottage, complete with sloping ceilings and with views out to Penhill, it is a picture perfect property. Ideally suited for a small family or couples walking break, this cottage is decorated throughout in classic country style with floral wallpaper and wooden furniture, it has an immediate homely feel. Featuring an electric fire, the sitting room is the best place to get warmed up on those chilly winter evenings, so you can snuggle up on the plush red sofas and talk over the day's events, or maybe watch a film on the TV before going to bed.
Venturing into the open-plan kitchen and dining room, you can make use of the modern appliances like the stylish electric oven and induction hob, amidst the quaint cream painted kitchen units, with a lovely solid wood dining table and chairs in the corner. Moving upstairs, there are two bedrooms, a double and a twin, both charmingly decorated with bright airy colours and floral wallpaper for the ultimate cottage feel, along with a stunning vintage bathroom suite in excellent condition with attractive pink and blue tiling. To the outside there is a small garden and patio area with some pretty seating, for those summer evenings when its warm enough to sit out with a glass of wine, or maybe a local ale you've picked up along the way.
The village itself is at the heart of the walker's paradise of Upper Wenslydale, and offers a pub serving food, a village green and a children's playground so you don't need to go far for the essentials. If it's your first time visiting the Yorkshire Dales why not join one of the many guided walks going on all over the area, to ensure you see the best sights there are to see, or drive just under 30-minutes to Richmond Brewing Company to taste the ales from the dales with a guided tour of the brewery which was Richmond's former railway station.
With the Dales on your doorstep, Barnbrook is an ideal spot for a Yorkshire break at any time of year.
Situated close to well-known Aysgarth Falls and the impressive Bolton Castle - which dates back to 1379 – the idyllic Wensleydale village of Carperby is set within excellent walking country. During the 17th Century this charming little town was an important centre for Quakerism. Today, the largest building in the village is still the classically styled Friends Meeting House, which overlooks the market cross and village green. There is also a pub serving good food as well as an excellent range of amenities in the nearby market town of Leyburn. The villages of Swaledale and Arkengarthdale are both easily accessible from Carperby and make for lovely days out whilst the surrounding countryside provides a wealth of walking and cycling paths amidst the charming scenery. Visitors can also enjoy excellent bird watching in the area.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x master bedroom with king-size bed and views of Penhill, 1 x family room with twin beds.
Three piece bathroom with shower over bath.
Extra downstairs WC.
Large well equipped, modern fitted kitchen with dining area and stable door leading off to small garden.
Spacious and comfortable sitting room with living flame electric fire.
Utility/boot room.
Heating from night storage heaters, electric panel heaters and living flame electric fire in sitting room.
Electric hob and oven, microwave, fridge, dishwasher, automatic washing machine, tumble dryer, WiFi, Freeview TV, DVD, video.
All fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and Highchair.
Patio and small garden with garden furniture.
Off road parking for two cars.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Children's playground in village.
Pub 2 mins walk and shop within 2 miles.
Nearby points of interest
- Hardraw Force Waterfall
- Richmond Castle
Reviews (83)
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Richard
Owners were very helpful. The Wheatsheaf pub was great would highly recommend the food, all at reasonable prices and friendly staff. Would highly recommend this cottage.
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Paul
It has Night Storage heaters for heating. Fine if the weather is cold, and they heat the Cottage all day. Fine in Summer when they can be turned off, but not good when one requires heat in the evening or early morning as they give out heat all day and make the occupation uncomfortable. All other adjacent properties have oil fired heating via a programmable boiler. The Cottage still has the smallest, old, 2 slice toaster which is totally inadequate. No Kitchen handtowel. A tiny hand towel supplied in the downstairs toilet. NO FIRE BLANKET IN THE PROPERTY. None of the electrical items have been checked and passed for nearly 3 years. In this modern age there is still a 30" TV, suitable only for a bedroom.
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David
It was good to find well filled bookshelves with a wide variety of interesting reading, novels and books with information about the local area. When the wifi developed a problem the owner was very prompt in coming to deal with it and chasing BT to get it fixed. We would be happy to return, and plan to some time next year.