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Manager: Ruth and Trevor Hawkes
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Overview
Description
Normally 7 nights with Saturday check-in. Please enquire for other start dates or durations as we may be able to offer these, particularly in Low Season.Christmas Cottage is a cosy characterful bolt-hole in the Dales. The lounge has beams, a delightful stone fireplace, comfortable seating and a log-burning stove. The dining-kitchen is spacious and well equipped. There are two charmingly appointed bedrooms, a double and a twin, plus a modern shower room. Up to two well-behaved dogs allowed, depending on size and breed.
The village of Gunnerside is a picturesque huddle of grey stone cottages with a beck gurgling through the village to join the Swale. Discover beautiful walks on the doorstep, through some of Swaledale’s most spectacular scenery.
ACCOMMODATION IN DETAIL
Front of property: bench for sitting out and watching the world go by; parking area in front of the cottage for one car; ring in wall by front door for tethering of dogs, securing of bicycles etc. The property is south-facing.
Ground floor: access from front of property to
• dining kitchen with electric cooker and hob, washing machine, dishwasher, microwave, larder fridge, freezer, pine dining table and chairs; alcove with boot cupboard, coat rail and hooks, first aid kit, fire blanket and fire extinguisher; iron and table-top ironing board; range of kitchen floor and wall units. Ceramic tiled floor. Electric radiator. Beamed ceiling. Window to front. Stairs to first floor.
• lounge (up 3 steps from kitchen) with leather suite, solid oak coffee tables, character fireplace with log-burning stove, TV with Freeview channels, DVD player, CD player. Selection of DVDs, CDs, books and games. A reference pack offering a practical guide to the cottage amenities plus information about local attractions and facilities. Maps and tourist information leaflets. Solid wood floor. Electric radiator. Cosy lighting controlled by dimmer switch, two table lamps. Beamed ceiling. Window to front.
First floor: access via wooden staircase (not open-tread) from kitchen. Carpeted landing area with doors to
• bedroom 1 (up 3 steps) with double bed, wardrobe, chest of drawers, sofa and bedside cabinets, fitted carpet, hairdryer. Electric radiator. Two windows to front.
• bedroom 2 with two single beds, hanging and shelving unit, fitted carpet. Electric radiator. Window to front with window seat.
• shower room – fully tiled, with white ceramic basin in vanity unit, electric shower, electric heated towel rail.
INCLUDED IN THE PRICE
Bed linen, personal towels, tea towels and kitchen towels
Electricity for cooking, hot water and heating (electric radiators in all rooms except shower room which has a heated towel rail)
Starter pack of logs and kindling for the stove (further supplies available to purchase from your host)
Wi-Fi
10% Discount at Thorp Perrow Garden Centre, next to Thorp Perrow Arboretum, near Bedale
PLEASE NOTE
Self check-in using key safe
Arrival from 4pm. Departure by 10am
Smoke alarms and Carbon Monoxide Detector
No smoking
Pets are not allowed in bedrooms or on furniture
Bikes must not be brought into the property
Electric vehicles must not be charged using the property's electricity supply
Availability of local amenities and attractions cannot be guaranteed
All bookings are subject to the owners' Terms & Conditions
GUNNERSIDE
The village boasts a family-friendly pub, and a licensed tea room/bistro (seasonal opening applies). Gunnerside is right at the heart of some of Swaledale’s most spectacular scenery and there are numerous walks from the door – whether you are in the mood for a gentle riverside stroll or a ‘grand day out’ on the breezy fells. Or if you prefer to explore from the saddle - bike hire and pony-trekking are both on hand. By car you can visit any number of picturesque villages, bustling market towns or scenic beauty-spots and take your pick from Yorkshire’s famous (or lesser known) visitor attractions ranging from, museums, historic houses, churches and industrial archaeology sites to waterfalls, caverns, open-farms and gardens.
IN THE AREA
Swaledale Museum in Reeth (6 miles), Wensleydale Creamery, Dales Countryside Museum and Ropemaking in Hawes (11 miles); Aysgarth Falls beauty spot and riverside walks (10.5 miles); Bolton Castle, one of the country’s best preserved medieval castles, near Leyburn (12 miles); explore the great Norman fortress of Richmond Castle on its rocky crag above the Swale or follow in Turner’s footsteps along the Round Howe Nature Trails (Richmond, 16 miles); the amazingly quirky and not-to-be-missed Forbidden Corner, a labyrinth of tunnels, chambers and follies in a four-acre garden near Leyburn (18 miles); Kiplin Hall country house and gardens near Scorton, Richmond (23 miles); the Black Sheep Brewery in Masham (25 miles); Thorp Perrow Arboretum and Garden Centre (26 miles).
63 Reviews
Leave ReviewLovely cosy cottage
By David on 10-Jun-2024A lovely cosy cottage for our 3 night stay. Great location for walking directly from the village and exploring Swaledale. Pub is less than a minute away for drinks and food. Hassle free check in and check out. All as described. Thoroughly enjoyed our visit!
An exceptional village
By Christopher on 15-Aug-2024Exceptional area; location within heart of an exceptional village; lovely and well appointed cottage; many fine walks from cottage door, including for dogs; wonderful friendly village pub close by, and other good ones in area
Highly recommend for a family holiday
By Charles on 24-Aug-2024Fabulous stay! Christmas cottage was clean, comfortable and very well equipped! We had everything we needed for our stay! Brilliant, clear instructions before arrival and very easy access codes made this a very stressful free start to our break. Lots of adventures followed, including a gorgeous family meal at the very local, friendly pub! The information pack left at the cottage and useful maps were very helpful in aiding us to investigate the breathtaking area and all it had to offer! Highly recommend Christmas cottage for a family holiday and the owners are doing a great job offering such a treat of a cottage for others to enjoy! Thank you and we hope to be back!
Views and surroundings were stunning
By Wendy on 14-Oct-2024Christmas cottage is a little gem, comfortable and in a stunning location. We had not visited the area before and we loved it. Local walks are good as well as lots of great places to visit further afield. The local pub is welcoming and serves great food. We had a great stay and highly recommend it.
Would recommend!
By Michael on 09-Nov-2024We had a lovely stay at Christmas Cottage. The house is ideal for a couple; cozy and well-appointed. The wood burner was a great perk. Location is fab, with walks and a nice pub from the doorstep. Would recommend!
The perfect place to spend Christmas
By Claire on 29-Dec-2024Christmas Cottage was the perfect place to spend Christmas, but with a welcoming host, comfortable, clean and cosy space and the majestic beauty of the Yorkshire Dales on the doorstep this would be the perfect place at any time of the year! As it was Christmas though, Ruth made it extra special with a lovely decorated tree and decorations, and as it was our first ever Christmas getaway, this made it all the more wonderful. Thank you Ruth!