Guests say
Brens Barn receives glowing praise for its immaculate cleanliness, comfortable and well-equipped accommodation, and welcoming hosts. Guests appreciate the peaceful rural setting, proximity to Bedale, and the charming presence of farm animals. Many highlight the attention to detail and thoughtful touches, making it a favourite for repeat visits. While a few minor maintenance issues were mentioned, the overwhelming majority of reviews are highly positive, with guests eager to return and recommend the property to others.
Cleanliness is consistently highlighted as exceptional, with numerous guests describing the property as spotless, immaculate, and very well maintained. Only one review mentioned a concern about bed linen smell, but this was an isolated comment among overwhelmingly positive feedback.
The location is frequently praised for its convenience to Bedale and the Yorkshire Dales, offering both rural tranquillity and easy access to local amenities. Guests appreciate the short walk into town and the peaceful surroundings.
Guests repeatedly mention the comfort of the beds, sofas, and overall accommodation. The barn is described as cosy, warm, and inviting, with individual thermostats and high-quality furnishings contributing to a restful stay.
Facilities are widely regarded as excellent, with the barn being well equipped for self-catering and family stays. A few minor issues were noted (e.g., a toilet repair, shower temperature, and a request for more privacy at the back door), but these were rare exceptions in otherwise glowing reviews.
Many guests mention thoughtful touches such as welcome gifts (wine, eggs, biscuits), games, books, and a first aid kit. While these gestures are greatly appreciated, it should be noted that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Couples or a family are well catered for at this luxury barn conversion with much to see and do in the area and on site.. All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: 50" Smart TV, Netflix, Amazon Prime, Amazon Echo
Dining area: Patio Doors Leading To Courtyard
Kitchen area: Breakfast Bar, Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Combi Microwave/Oven/Grill, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Smart TV
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Smart TV
Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Electric underfloor central heating, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Front terrace. Courtyard with patio, garden furniture and BBQ. Stabling and paddock available on request. Horse trailer and bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. Wheelchair access. No smoking. Please note: There are 3 steps in the courtyard and a beck 550 yards away, accessed across a railway track.. Brens Barn is set within 7 acres at Aiskew Bank Farm, looking out from its patio garden onto green fields and paddocks. With many attractive features, this detached barn conversion has so much to offer! Converted in 2018 to a high standard, with an open plan living space, it certainly has the wow factor. With level access and accommodation across a single level, it appeals to guests of all ages. There is a spacious living room, comfy sofas and underfloor heating, your comfort is paramount. Media in the form of a 50’’ Smart TV, complete with Netflix, Amazon Prime and Spotify have your entertainment needs catered for, whilst a stylish, integral gloss kitchen with all modern appliances tick all the boxes. Step into the two well-furnished bedrooms, both complete with TVs and stylish crisp bedding. They are beautifully presented and promise a good nights sleep. A stylish shower room completes the accommodation with a walk-in shower, tiled floor and touch light mirror.
Externally is where the fun starts. The cottage itself has two outside areas for relaxation. To the front, a lovely paved area is perfect to sit in the sunshine in the Adirondack steamer chairs facing out towards the horses in the paddock. It’s not unusual to catch a glimpse of a passing peacock wandering the grounds. Use of a barbecue means that you can step straight out onto the patio and rustle up your food al fresco. To the side of the property is a private, raised, terrace garden, again complete with garden furniture for your relaxation.
Available on request and on-site at the farm is the most amazing entertainment space which the owner fondly calls the barbecue shed! Shed it certainly isn’t, as step inside and you will find that it caters for your every party need! In the summertime the external shutters on this ranch style building drop down to bring the outside in. A large bar area with stools sits in the corner, a huge table takes centre place, a purpose built barbecue and pizza oven, and dartboard for your enjoyment. On the green area outside, the owners provide a wide selection of games, perfect to keep everyone entertained.
For the walking and cycling enthusiasts, you are simply on the cusp of the Yorkshire Dales with all its amazing walks and ever popular cycle routes. Beautiful meadowland leads down from the cottage to Bedale Beck, a perfect picnic spot on a fine summer’s day. In order to reach the beck you must first cross the railway line, and it is from here that you can experience the fabulous sight of the Wensleydale Railway, with their beautifully restored Victorian and Edwardian carriages as they make their way through some of Yorkshire’s finest countryside.
Stabling facilities and a paddock are available on request within the farm grounds, with bridleways to ride out on literally from the doorstep. It is just a 10-minute walk to the historic market town of Bedale with with its selection of shops, pubs, restaurants and Wensleydale railway station. All in all, this stylish little conversion has an extremely big heart and offers the opportunity for a most wonderful and memorable stay. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.
Free WiFi
Stabling available on request. Guests have use of the Gym.Please be mindful that there is further development going on at the farm. However, the owners are doing this in a very sensitive manner and promise minimal disruption. Wherever possible, all works will be carried out when the property is vacant. There is also access through the perimeter road for tractors to the neighbouring farm.
The property is located on a working farm.
There is open water in the property grounds.
Reviews (36)
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Lance
Our second stay here. Beautifully clean and comfortable. Everything you could want for your holiday.
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Stephen Tait
Very clean, comfortable and well appointed accomodation and great hosts. There is everything you need to self cater with plenty of outside seating but it is also an easy 10 minute stroll into Bedale where there are plenty of places to eat and drink.
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Richard
We've returned from a wonderful week staying in Bren's Barn. The cottage itself was spotlessly clean, extremely well equipped and very comfortable. Furthermore Nick and Denise were excellent hosts.Bedale itself is lovely village with all the amenities required, and is a great base for exploring the many local attractions.Overall we couldn't recommend Bren's Barn highly enough.