Wensleydale House - Self catering holiday cottage in Leyburn, Wensleydale, North Yorkshire, Yorkshire Dales, England - Sleeps 10
Wensleydale House
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Wensleydale house is a beautiful commanding stone terraced self catering holiday house which provides exceptional holiday accommodation for large groups of friends or family who want to spend time together in luxurious surroundings. It is located in the heart of the thriving Dales market town of Leyburn and in walking distance to a good selection of restaurants, pubs and amenities.
Leyburn is situated in Mid-Wensleydale which is an exceptionally scenic area where people are known for their hospitality and genuine warmth. Being at the centre of Yorkshire's best known Dale, it makes a perfect base for exploring the lovely villages and enjoying the beautiful scenery that both Wensleydale and the Yorkshire Dales have to offer. The town itself offers a wide range of interesting independently owned shops where excellent local produce can be purchased along with lovely gifts.
You will be spoilt for choice in this area with award winning restaurants and gastro pubs where you can indulge yourself in excellent cuisine and wonderful local ales. Being on the edge of the Dales National Park, you also have many excellent walks to enjoy from a gentle stroll to to a more invigorating challenge.
There are no end of attractions and places of interest to enjoy in this beautiful area including: beautiful gardens; timeless villages to explore; castles; abbeys; the Georgian theatre; historic towns and cities such as York; museums and for those wanting adventure, why not try windsurfing, canoeing or sailing.
Facilities
Near Pub/Restaurant Garden/Outside Area iPod Docking Bike Storage Internet Access Off-Road Parking DVD Washing Machine Tumble Dryer Microwave Dishwasher Video CD Player Shower Bath Cot Kingsize Bed Accessible via Public Transport
The owners have tried to make the interior of Wensleydale House feel homely and inviting with lots of original paintings, prints, mirrors, wall hangings, cushions, beautiful fabrics and rugs (from Persian to locally made rag-rugs), all set against a backdrop of period colours.
The house has lovely large bay windows offering views south across Wensleydale and at the front of the house there is an ornamental style garden with seats, potted plants, a small lawn, flowerbeds, rockeries, shrubs and trees. The back of the house has car-parking for four cars and a very small shaded area with potted plants and a seat
Accommodation comprises:
Ground floor
Modern, well-equipped kitchen with range cooker, microwave, washer/dryer and dishwasher (although with all the irresistible eating places nearby, you may want to eat out).
Majestic living room with dining area - the perfect place to relax after a hearty hike.
Small hallway with boot-cupboard and gas central heating boiler.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
First floor
Family bedroom with four poster double bed and single day bed - this room has stunning views.
Double bedroom with four poster king-size bed and en-suite (bath with shower over, basin and WC).
Second floor
Twin bedroom with en-suite (bath, basin and WC).
Family/children's bedroom with adult bunk, single day bed and small toy den - more stunning views from this room.
Family bathroom (bath with shower over, basin and WC).
Additional information: Please note: Although the house is set well back away from the road (60 ft), traffic noise can sometimes be heard whilst sitting in the garden. This is less noticeable in the evening. Free Wi-Fi available.
Prices for 7 nights: Low Season from £395 Mid Season from £496 High Season from £795 Peak Season £896
Key details:
Star Rating: 4 Star Pets: No Smoking: No Children: Yes Changeover Day: Flexible
Payment options:
Paypal, Cheque
Bedroom configuration:
Sleeps 10 people in 4 bedrooms (2 Family rms, 1 Double, 1 Twin)
Group booking details:
All male groups: Please enquire with owner
All female groups: Please enquire with owner
Catering Available: No
Owner's details:
Owner: Denise Pearson click Contact Details for owner´s phone number and email address.
Wensleydale House joined Independent Cottages in June 2008
Late Availability Offers
Fri, 22 Jun 2012 for 3 nights - £375
Fri, 29 Jun 2012 for 3 nights - £375
Approximate Location of Wensleydale House
Reviews and Testimonials for Wensleydale House
A lovely house with lots of little extra touches - very comfortable and well equipped.
MF 09/06/10
The house is beautiful. Very welcoming but full of character and luxury. All of us would love to stay forever. Leyburn is wonderful.
MD 15/05/10
Very warm and welcoming house with thoughtful touches.
MM 08/05/10
Many thanks for a super week - the childrens rooms were brilliant - thank you
JW 03/04/10
Loved the house and everything in it - every detail thought of.
VS 21/03/10
Fantastic base, very comfy - four poster beds gorgeous
Ms P 22/02/10
A great house, and you have thought of everything.
SR 04/01/10
Location is perfect - we don't know where our week has gone, but we will definately be back.
MO 29/12/09
Simply the best accommodation we have stayed at.
AS 31/10/09
A very big thank you from us all - you really do have flair
JC 12/10/09
Great home and location - one of the best holiday lets I have stayed at
NT 04/10/09
Great place to meet halfway for Northern / Southern relatives. Highly recommended
BH 11/09/09
Excellent introduction to Yorkshire - very comfy house. Lots to do in this area.
EH 08/08/09
Fantastic House, perfect for a family, enjoyed staying in as much as going out. A pleasure to return in the evening.
CG 05/05/09
Can�t compliment you enough on your hospitality and the interior decor. Spot on in both cases.
11/7/09 GK
It has been a pleasure to stay in this house, where attention to detail is high
11/07/09 NM
Beautifully decorated house with amazing views, perfect location, lovely friendly people, and lovely town
06/06/09 SC
Having enjoyed staying in this interesting house; it has been very comfortable with lots of interesting books and guides
11/04/09 DR
This is a super holiday house � one of the most comfortable and well equipped that we have ever stayed in!
20/02/09 CS
It was fun and exciting. Nice bedrooms too. I had lots of fun
27/12/08 AH (aged 6)
What a gorgeous house. Very well equipped and the perfect place to gather the family
14/12/08 Mrs W
Lovely welcome to a beautiful house in a fantastic location
04/10/08 Mr F
Our stay has been great and this house has made it all perfect!
13/09/08 PD
A beautiful house and perfect location. We love the four poster beds and decor throughout. Cosy, comfortable and relaxing when the weather did not behave itself!
30/08/08 AG
Cannot adequately express what an excellent home from home for our holidays (Mrs H 7/3/08)
Had a wonderful time � excellent accommodation � would come and stay again (Mrs E 23/2/08)
Lovely house! Childs room excellent! .....Leyburn great with nice pubs/ shops (Mr & Mrs K 16/2/08)
Well equipped, spacious but homely. Very relaxing break. Beautifully decorated. (Mrs D 5/1/08)
We have stayed in many self catering houses but this is the best equipped of them all!.. there are great walks on the doorstep (Mr S 3/11/07)
A special birthday celebratory weekend which has been a huge success; very largely a result of the simply superb facilities, and all the thoughtful details. Thank you for all your work and imagination (Mrs C 1/10/07)
Beautifully equipped house � very much enjoyed our stay (Mr & Mrs O 31/08/07)
A wonderfully comfortable home, refurbished with flair, imagination and taste (Mr & Mrs C 14/07/07)
Lovely holiday house, full of character, very thoughtfully done
(Mr & Mrs H 9/6/07)
Fantastic house is a superb location
(Mr & Mrs C 2/6/07)
A great weekend � it was lovely to get away and stay in such tasteful accommodation (Mr & Mrs C 6/5/07)
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