Guests say
Brens Barn receives glowing praise for its beautiful setting, high standard of accommodation, and welcoming hosts. Guests consistently highlight the cottage’s cleanliness, comfort, and excellent location for exploring Bedale and the Yorkshire Dales. The property is well-equipped, with thoughtful touches and a peaceful rural atmosphere, while the presence of animals adds to its charm. Although a few minor maintenance issues were mentioned, the overwhelming majority of reviews are highly positive, with many guests eager to return.
Cleanliness is frequently praised, with guests describing the barn as spotless, immaculate, and of a very high standard. Only one review mentioned a concern about bed linen smell, but this was an isolated comment among overwhelmingly positive feedback.
The location is highly rated, with guests appreciating the peaceful rural setting, proximity to Bedale, and easy access to the Yorkshire Dales. The short walk into town and the surrounding countryside are repeatedly highlighted as major positives.
Guests consistently mention comfortable beds, cosy accommodation, and a relaxing atmosphere. The barn is described as warm and inviting, with individual thermostats and high-quality furnishings contributing to a restful stay.
The barn is widely praised for being well-equipped, with everything needed for a comfortable stay. A few minor issues were noted, such as a temporary toilet problem and a lack of a washing-up bowl, but these were exceptions in otherwise excellent feedback.
Many guests mention thoughtful touches such as welcome gifts (wine, eggs, biscuits), games, books, and a first aid kit. While these gestures are 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 (30)
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Tracey Pinder
Fabulous property. Exceptionally clean and very comfortable. Has everything for your stay. Loved the animals on the farm made even better with a sheep having 2 baby lambs. Will definitely return
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Julie Dimmock
Had a wonderful three days at brens barn nick was an excellent host could not fault our stay ten mins walk into beadale
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Emma Wake
Super accomodation, ideal location and very comfortable. Accomodation thought out well. Would love to stay again. Thankyou