The Summer Palace
ID: S9388
- Bedrooms 1
- ・ Sleeps 2
- ・ Pets No
Guests say
The Summer Palace in Middleham receives glowing praise for its cosy, well-equipped cottage, beautiful countryside views, and peaceful setting. Guests consistently highlight the warm, attentive hospitality of the owners, the excellent location for exploring the Yorkshire Dales, and the convenience of local amenities and pubs. The property is described as clean, comfortable, and ideal for a relaxing break, with many guests eager to return. Minor suggestions include additional drawer space and a freezer compartment, but overall, the experience is overwhelmingly positive.
Multiple reviews mention the cottage being clean, tidy, and well maintained. Guests consistently note the high standard of cleanliness throughout their stay.
The location is frequently praised as ideal for exploring the Yorkshire Dales, with easy access to local shops, pubs, and attractions. The peaceful village setting and scenic views are repeatedly highlighted.
Guests describe the cottage as cosy, comfortable, and warm, with special mentions of the log burner and peaceful atmosphere. The accommodation is considered perfect for a relaxing getaway.
The cottage is described as very well equipped, with everything needed for a self-catering stay. Suggestions for improvement include more drawer space and a freezer compartment, but these are minor compared to the overall satisfaction.
The owners are repeatedly commended for their exceptional hospitality, going above and beyond to assist guests, including help with luggage and local advice. Some guests mention thoughtful touches such as wine on arrival, but please note that such gifts are not guaranteed.
About this property
A quite outstanding stone-built, detached cottage set in a beautiful walled garden just below King Richard’s castle in Middleham. Set out over the ground floor, this Middleham cottage is a real delight, providing excellent accommodation with beautiful views of open fields and woodland. Furnished to a high standard throughout, this Middleham cottage features an open plan living area with a modern well-equipped kitchen, dining area and beautiful sitting area with solid oak flooring and a cosy woodburning stove. There is also a ground floor master bedroom with en-suite facilities and a TV, and like the rest of this Middleham cottage, is furnished in a modern and contemporary style.
Outside, there is a fabulous patio area with outstanding views across the walled gardens and the adjoining pasture, an ideal spot to sit and relax, drink a little wine and discuss the adventures of the day. Enjoy exploring the lovely grounds or take a lovely stroll around the village and enjoy the wonderful atmosphere of this famous horse racing town. The nearby walk onto Penn Hill is a must, where the horses training on the gallops provide a wonderful insight to the world of horse racing. Middleham’s amenities are on the doorstep, with local eateries, an 11th century castle and excellent old pubs.
Just a short drive away is Hawes, where guests to this Middleham cottage can visit the Dales Countryside Museum, Jervaulx Abbey, Wensleydale Creamery and Aysgarth Falls. Three miles away is the Forbidden Corner at Leyburn, a 4 acre garden with a labyrinth of tunnels, follies and other surprises. With the Lake District and the Northern Dales just waiting to be discovered further afield, this charming Middleham cottage has that little bit of everything!
The attractive Wensleydale town of Middleham is renowned for its history and race horses. Much of the history is bound up with its Norman castle, which dates from 1190 and has a castle keep second in size only to the Tower of London.
Accommodation
All ground floor.
One king-size double bedroom with en-suite shower, basin and WC.
Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove.
Please note: week long bookings must be Saturday to Saturday and short breaks must start or end on a Saturday.
Property heating: Electric, other heating sources: Central Heating, Woodburning Stove.
1 oven of type: electric.
Hobs.
Microwave.
Fridge.
Freezer.
Toaster.
TV TV.
Dvd Player.
Wi-Fi included.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
0 Highchair.
Parking.
1 x Garden.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop within 0.1 miles.
Pub within 0.1 miles.
Nearby points of interest
- Richmond Castle
Reviews (48)
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Steph
A fabulous location within the village, private parking although we did also use market place parking as was slightly easier to access the cottage from that side entry. Would definitely recommend.
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Ralph
It was dry one morning and it was lovely to sit on the patio with a coffee in the sun watching the sheep grazing in the neighbouring fields. All in all it was a splendid quiet place.
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Martin
Will definitely stay again.