Dog Friendly Cottages in Knaresborough

Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

• Elizabeth - Verified booking

  Court Cottage is a beautiful little cottage in an ideal location smack in the middle of Ripon.

  We stayed for a week while our eldest son was singing with his choir in the cathedral all week. I loved the little welcome basket with tea, coffee and biscuits! There is plenty to do in Ripon itself with lots of lovely places to eat (our favourite breakfast was at Oliver’s Pantry, and I had the best steak ever at Portofino for our wedding anniversary). There were plenty of chargers for our electric car nearby. The cottage was really clean with everything you could need. The beds were really comfy. The back yard was secure for our dog. The neighbours were delightful. There was lots to do and see in the surrounding area too; we went to several English heritage / national trust sites, as well as other places. The hosts were very responsive and helpful when messaged, and they left a very helpful information file. The only warning I would give - close the bathroom door when having a hot shower or it sets off the smoke alarm!

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• Kathryn - Verified booking

  Lovely cottage right in the heart of Ripon close to the beautiful cathedral but not adversely affected by it.

  Parking space outside. Lots of cafes nearby and close to the river and canals for walks. Would probably not go back in the summer because the small yard at the back is very scruffy and uninviting but this might well be because of the time of year and the recent weather. The owner probably smartens it up for the summer. I wrote in the book that overall the cottage was great & ideal for us this time but more up to date local information (not just take away outlets) and a map of the town would be nice because the tourist information is closed in the winter and Smiths didn't have a local map. Also we were surprised that there was only a small one cup caffetier (sp !) although the house sleeps 4 and is advertised for 2. We never drink instant coffee (and very few people we know do from choice) so that was a small problem. We managed to overcome it by buying a tea-strainer and using a jug but not ideal.

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• Laura - Verified booking

  A lovely homely little cottage, very clean and well equipped.

  The location is slap bang in the middle of Ripon, so take some ear plugs if you don't want to be disturbed by the cathedral bells every fifteen minutes! Our only criticism would be the main bedroom mattress was far too soft, and sagging. We ended up swapping it for the more comfortable mattress in the other smaller bedroom. Apart from that, a pleasant little holiday home. The elderly neighbours were really lovely and kind. We were getting married half way through our stay, and they insisted on tidying up their garden and our hanging baskets, so I could sit outside sipping bucks fizz whilst having my wedding hair done! Ripon itself is just a joy. Friendly folk, beautiful walks, and lots of good independent eateries and shops.

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• Julie - Verified booking

  The property is absolutely beautiful.

  Simply everything you'd need for a break. Cleanliness is outstanding. It's the most cozy cottage in the most ideal location. We had a wedding at the Old Deanery, truly a 2 minutes walk around the corner. Sainsburys is a 2 minute walk straight ahead up the dirt track road. Parking was easy no issues. My labrador dog was very cozy and loved his adventure, plenty of beautiful walks locally. Also lots of dog friendly eateries. We were an adult family of four, and it was just perfect. Teresa & Ben are the most amazing hosts and truly made us all feel so very welcome, simply wonderful people with such kind souls. Thank you both, it was a magical weekend ✨️

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• Kate - Verified booking

  Such a lovely cottage and had me wishing I owned it!

  In the heart of the city yet so quiet (except of course the cathedral bells), it’s tucked away off a quaint street with very very little pedestrian traffic, and you don’t even notice Sainsbury’s is a minute’s walk away! Exceptionally clean, feels as if you are the first person to stay there. I wasn’t expecting the outside area to be secure for the dog but strategically placed planters by the owner made it a stress free area. If you want to leave the car outside the door very regular buses to Harrogate and Leeds (even on Sunday’s). A nice, easy (longish) walk to Fountains Abbey and nearby garden centre/cafe. Highly recommended!

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