Tucked away in the tranquil hamlet of Rathmell, this rural retreat for two humans and up to two furry friends is a real gem if you want a break in the countryside to reconnect with nature and recharge your batteries. It’s ideal for just taking it easy or heading out on two feet or two wheels to explore the surrounding area.
Next to the owner’s house, but enjoying privacy, this single-storey annex makes the perfect rustic getaway and, despite being small, it’s perfectly formed and well-equipped for any eventuality. Entering through the stable door (particularly useful with dogs in tow) into the kitchen, the property is light and airy, with a barrel ceiling adding to the generous feel. The elegant double bedroom is at the far end of the stone cottage. There's a fully enclosed garden outside, with lawned areas and a furnished patio with a BBQ, where you can breathe deeply as you admire the countryside. A large kennel here can be used as a bike store. You’ll also benefit from private parking for two cars to make coming and going even easier.
Head to Settle which is just 3.5 miles away but offers prime holiday mooching, independent shopping, eateries, pubs and a weekly farmers market. Diesel trains (and sometimes steam locos) run from Settle to Carlisle along a celebrated route offering breathtaking landscapes. Skipton (17 miles) boasts pretty cobbled streets and a surprisingly intact medieval castle, with a canal that dogs will love to walk along on the towpath. For walkers, there are lovely routes on the Ingleton Waterfalls Trail (13 miles). Likewise, 11 miles away, Malham Cove’s clifftop scenery is impressive. Or the really energetic could challenge themselves to the Yorkshire Three Peaks while staying at this holiday home from home.