Guests say
High Head cottage in Yorkshire Dales receives high praise for its exceptional quality, cosy comfort, and superb location ideal for walking. Guests appreciate the well-equipped facilities, the warm welcome from hosts Stuart & Doris, and the thoughtful touches like homemade cakes. The picturesque setting and the cottage's cleanliness are consistently lauded, making it a highly recommended stay for a peaceful and enjoyable holiday.
Reviewers consistently mention the cottage's exceptional cleanliness, describing it as one of the cleanest they've stayed in, which indicates meticulous maintenance and attention to detail.
The cottage's location is highly praised for its tranquillity and proximity to beautiful walks and scenic views, making it an ideal spot for nature lovers and walkers.
Guests find the cottage cosy and warm, with comfortable furnishings and a homely atmosphere. The quality of sleep and relaxation is frequently highlighted, suggesting a high level of comfort.
The property is commended for its well-equipped and maintained facilities, including a modern bathroom and kitchen. However, a minor note on the bathroom heater and freezer compartment suggests a slight deduction from a perfect score.
The hosts' thoughtfulness is evident in the warm welcomes and homemade cakes mentioned by several guests. While these gestures are greatly appreciated, it is politely noted that such personal touches, though common, are not guaranteed.
About this property
This stone-built terraced cottage is wonderfully located in the centre of Keld, three miles from the village of Muker in the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Full of immense character; combining many of the original features with a delightful mix of contemporary furnishings, this Yorkshire cottage creates the perfect blend of old and new – a holiday home of some merit. With parking immediately outside, guests enter through the front door to a well-presented kitchen with a breakfast bar, providing a great place to relax and indulge in some home cooking. The sitting room is spacious for two guests and includes a cosy woodburning stove set in the inglenook, a warm space to enjoy after a challenging walk across the dramatic Swaledale countryside.
Upstairs there is a bright and airy double adjoining a quality en-suite with freestanding bath and separate shower unit. Outside is a small sitting area on the roadside, providing an ideal spot to sit and talk to the friendly locals and remove the walking boots before indulging in a rewarding glass of wine. A friendly village pub is within a ten-minute walk, a must stop on the way home from a venturesome day out, to relax and unwind taking in the spectacular views. Nearby Muker provides a popular public house as well as a convenience store for your daily essentials. High Head is surrounded by spectacular Swaledale countryside providing an abundance of walking trails for all levels, a holiday destination to get away from it all and enjoy a romantic break.
Nearby Reeth and Leyburn are ever popular Dales villages well worth a visit whilst further afield the likes of Richmond and Barnard Castle provide excellent shopping and sightseeing opportunities. Discover the true Yorkshire Dales from this superb retreat.
Muker is a village and civil parish at the western end of Swaledale, one of the Yorkshire Dales, in North Yorkshire, England. It is situated within the district of Richmondshire. The village boasts many walking opportunities, with a selection of public footpaths in Upper Swaledale. Muker also hosts a village shop, a pub - The Farmers Arms, as well as an art gallery, craft shop and a café within the old school building. Originally the Vicarage, the Muker village tea shop was built in 1680 and retains much of its 'Olde worlde charm' today. The River Swale runs parallel to the village, with Kisden Hill offering a charming backdrop.
Accommodation
1 x double with en-suite free standing bath, separate shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen with breakfast bar.
Sitting room with woodburning stove.
Electric central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, TV with FreeSat, DVD, WiFi, selection of books and games.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and highchair available on request.
Roadside parking in front of the cottage.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub 3 miles.
Note: Property can only accept 7 day bookings between 01st April and 30th September due to restrictions with cleaning company.
Nearby points of interest
- Hardraw Force Waterfall
- Barnard Castle
- Bowes Museum
Reviews (56)
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Olivia
It was the perfect place to wind down. The owners, Stuart and Doris, were great hosts- thank you so much for the lemon drizzle cake! Walking trails are conveniently on your doorstep and there are plenty quaint, quintessentially northern villages to explore in the surrounding areas. I will definitely be staying again.
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Susan
Beautifully presented and maintained. This was our second visit. Looking forward to our next one!!
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Deborah
Perfect for two. Cottage owners live close by so are on hand if you need anything. Plenty of lovely walks from the cottage door.