Leyburn Cottages

Holiday cottages and accommodation in Leyburn

So many people return to Leyburn year after year for a reason. Sitting high above the River Ure in the heart of Wensleydale, this friendly market town has all the ingredients for a classic Yorkshire Dales escape: independent shops, welcoming pubs, beautiful views and a slower pace of life that's hard not to fall in love with. You’ll find a range of Wensleydale holiday cottages dotted in and around Leyburn, including dog-friendly and romantic options. Whether you choose a period property in the centre of town or a barn conversion on a working farm, our Leyburn cottages are perfect bases for exploring countryside dotted with dry stone walls and waterfalls that this part of North Yorkshire is known for. There are over 100 holiday homes to choose from and many of our hand-picked properties come with features such as hot tubs, enclosed gardens and private parking. 

Things to do in Leyburn

Known locally as 'A Town for All Seasons', Leyburn is just as lovely during winter when you can take a crisp walk along the Leyburn Shawl as it is during summer when you can pick up supplies at Campbells of Leyburn for a picnic by the River Ure. The town centres on its bustling market square, where locals gather for the weekly Friday market and visitors browse butchers, bakeries, cafés and family-run shops. It's the kind of place where you can spend an hour wandering and leave with a bag full of Yorkshire treats and a few recommendations from friendly shopkeepers.

The three flights of waterfalls that make up Aysgarth Falls have long been one of Yorkshire’s most popular tourist attractions and it is easily reached from a Leyburn holiday cottage. Leyburn is also ideally placed for visiting the well-preserved Bolton Castle, where Mary Queen of Scots was once held prisoner, discovering the quirky surprises of The Forbidden Corner or enjoying a scenic journey on the Wensleydale Railway. The surrounding countryside offers endless opportunities for walking, cycling and simply soaking up those wide-open Dales views.

Explore Wensleydale

Leyburn is also an ideal base for exploring the villages and market towns scattered across Wensleydale, including postcard-pretty Askrigg, used as Darrowby in the original BBC series of All Creatures Great and Small, and Masham, which is known for its breweries and annual sheep fair. Nearby, Middleham is home to a castle where Richard III once lived and many of Yorkshire’s top racing stables. Grab a seat in a pub around one of two market squares and you’re likely to see racehorses walking past the window on their way to the gallops. From gentle strolls along the River Ure or a challenging climb up Penhill Beacon, there are plenty of scenic Wensleydale walks to try during a Leyburn getaway, whether you are visiting with friends, family or travelling solo.

Find your perfect Leyburn cottage

After a day in the Dales, head back to your Leyburn holiday cottage, kick off your walking boots and settle in for a cosy evening. Whether you're enjoying a meal made with local produce, sharing stories from the day's adventures or curling up beside the fire with your dog at your feet, you'll soon see why Leyburn has earned such a loyal following. Browse our dog-friendly cottages in Leyburn or discover even more Yorkshire Dales escapes in our wider collection of holiday homes.