Guests say
Skellgill Barn is a charming and peaceful cottage set in a stunning rural location, ideal for walkers and dog owners. Guests consistently praise the beautiful views, tranquil surroundings, and welcoming hosts. The property is cosy and well-equipped, with thoughtful touches such as local treats occasionally provided. While most guests found the barn clean and comfortable, a few noted issues with bathroom cleanliness and occasional maintenance. Access involves stairs, which may not suit everyone. The lack of WiFi and limited mobile reception are mentioned, but the overall experience is highly positive, with many guests eager to return.
Most guests found the property clean and tidy, but a few reviews highlighted issues with bathroom cleanliness and the need for a deep clean in some areas.
The location is frequently described as beautiful, peaceful, and perfect for exploring the Yorkshire Dales, with excellent walking opportunities from the doorstep.
Guests generally found the barn warm, cosy, and comfortable, with only minor concerns about access for those with mobility issues due to stairs.
The cottage is well-equipped and homely, though some guests noted the lack of WiFi, patchy phone reception, and occasional maintenance issues such as an oil smell and bathroom extractor fan.
Many guests appreciated thoughtful touches such as local cheese and biscuits, though it should be noted that these gifts are not guaranteed.
About this property
External stone steps to 1st floor entrance.
Ground Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: TV, DVD Player, CD Player, Books, Games, DVDs
Dining area.
Kitchen area: 2 x Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Washing Machine.
Central heating (underfloor on ground floor), electricity, bed linen and towels included. Towel hire. Cot, highchair and stairgate.. 2 dogs welcome, to be kept on a lead at all times (working farm). No smoking. Please note: There is a water feature within close proximity.. Tucked away in a picturesque, secluded corner of Wensleydale, in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, this well presented, cosy barn conversion next to Skellgill Beck is an ideal holiday retreat. The villages of Askrigg and Bainbridge are only one mile away, and the market town of Hawes, home of the Wensleydale Creamery, just a short drive. Set on the owners’ traditional Dales working farm, guests are welcome to watch the lambing, shearing and the sheepdogs working.
The property is located on a working farm.
Children must be supervised on site due to possible safety hazards.
There is open water in the property grounds.
Pets must be kept on a lead at all times.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Hardraw Force Waterfall
Reviews (21)
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Confirmed Guest
Bathroom needed a good clean shower head totally disgusting. The bathroom extractor fan not working damp markings around ceiling and shower tray.We put up with it for 5 days bur came home 2 days early. Did not expect poor conditions have used Cottages .Com 3 times now but this may be the ladt time very disappointed.
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Spencer Millen
Skellgill Barn was in a wonderful location with gloriouswalks on the doorstep and easy access to surrounding villages. Being situated next to a beck (steam)& Packhorse Bridge it was relaxing to sit out ,with only the sound of the beck in the background & swallows swooping above your head. The location adjacent to / on a working farm that provides milk to the Wensleydale Creamery in Hawes was an added bonus, as was seeing the hay meadows being cut for silage. The only negative was that the Barn could benefit from a deep clean in some areas.
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Confirmed Guest
Beautiful location and friendly hosts. Lovely walks straight from the front door or you can drive further afield.