Orchard House

About this property

Orchard House sits in the heart of West Witton, a traditional Yorkshire Dales village where stone-built cottages, rolling hills and proper country pubs set the tone for a slower, more grounded pace of life. This well-presented home offers a generous base for families or groups looking to enjoy the Dales without faff or fuss, just straightforward comfort and plenty of space to unwind. Step inside and you’ll find a kitchen/diner designed for easy mealtimes, whether you’re rustling up a full spread after a day on the fells or simply sitting around the table with a morning brew. The sitting room offers a warm, relaxed setting for evenings in, complete with a woodburning stove that takes the edge off those brisk Yorkshire nights.

Upstairs, three well-furnished bedrooms await: two doubles, one with its own en-suite, and a twin ideal for friends or younger guests. The main bathroom adds a touch of indulgence with its freestanding bath and walk-in shower, while a separate cloakroom keeps everything running smoothly during busier mornings. The private garden gives you a quiet corner to sit out, share a meal in the fresh air, or take in the surrounding countryside, the sort of landscape that practically insists you lace up your boots and get exploring. Parking is provided, though you can easily walk to the village shop and a welcoming pub, both close enough to pop out without turning it into an outing.

Beyond West Witton, the wider Dales open up in every direction. Leyburn is easily reached for independent shops, cafés and a traditional market, while Middleham tempts you with its castle and racehorse heritage. Hawes is another rewarding trip, known for its dramatic scenery, local produce and the ever-popular Wensleydale Creamery. Orchard House offers a grounded, comfortable base in a village that feels rooted in the best parts of Yorkshire life, a place to switch off, settle in and enjoy the Dales at your own pace.

The pretty and ancient Wensleydale village of West Witton is situated in the Yorkshire Dales National Park, between Leyburn and Hawes. A traditional old village made up of stone-built cottages and farmhouses, West Witton enjoys dramatic views of Penhill and its limestone scars, along with Bolton Castle, lush rolling countryside and the surrounding fells. The village boasts two pubs, one of which is a gourmet pub and has been awarded the Wensleydale Heifer 2006/07 AA 'England's best seafood pub' award, as well as a well stocked village shop and a pretty green. Across the valley from the village stand the imposing ruins of Castle Bolton, while Leyburn, with its wide range of amenities and weekly market, Middleham, with its Norman Castle, famous racing stables and pretty old market square surrounded by delightful shops, pubs and restaurants, and the picturesque Aysgarth Falls, are just a short drive away. A superb base for a walking holiday, for enjoying the delights of Wensleydale or for touring the Yorkshire Dales, the North York Moors or the Lake District.

Accommodation

Three bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x double, 1 x twin.

Bathroom with freestanding bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC.

Cloakroom with basin and WC.

Kitchen/diner.

Sitting room with woodburning stove

Central heating.

Range oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, kettle, toaster.

WiFi, TV.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Private garden.

One well behaved dog welcome, £25 charge.

Parking available.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.1 mile, The Fox Inn and The Wensleydale Heifer.