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Owl House

Cowling, North Yorkshire

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Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 3
Change Fri
pets Dogs welcome 4
grade 4 star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Hot tub
Internet access
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Family friendly
Sky TV
Parking on site / nearby
Electric vehicle charging
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • A beautiful farmhouse set in the rolling hills of the North Yorkshire countryside
  • Perfect for family celebrations and get-togethers, with stunning views and a hot tub to enjoy
  • Scenic walks straight from the doorstep in an idyllic location close to the Yorkshire Dales
Property code: 84040

Boasting a pretty garden and hot tub, this wonderful property provides the ideal base for family and friends to come together and explore the surrounding countryside.

Soak in a steaming hot tub at this inviting, stone, holiday home at Cowling in North Yorkshire after exploring the surrounding area with your nearest and dearest. With four bedrooms, this property sleeps up to eight guests and also welcomes up to three very happy hounds. The former farmhouse is situated in superb countryside and has the benefit of access to a shared field for anyone who enjoys the great outdoors. It is also well positioned for forays out into the Yorkshire Dales National Park and the Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is just 7.5 miles from the charming town of Skipton, with its castle, priory and many independent shops, pubs and restaurants.

Pull up at this welcoming, Yorkshire property and wander into the farmhouse-style kitchen/diner. Put the kettle on for a cup of tea to enjoy with the tasty Yorkshire parkin you have bought from a nearby bakery and pause at the table for a while with the TV on. Prepare dinner in here too and then lay the table so everyone can gather round. After dinner, wander through to the lounge, which also has exposed timbers. Light the wood burner in the stone fireplace, play a game or perhaps find something for everyone to enjoy together on the TV/DVD, which comes with Sky TV. Also at ground-floor level, are a family shower room and a separate WC, plus a sunroom, where you can read quietly or take in the views, and a twin bedroom. Make your way up to the floor above to discover another twin room, a double bedroom and a super-king-size room, with an en-suite shower room. There is also a family bathroom, which has a gorgeous slipper bath. Spill out into the enclosed garden on sunny spring and summer days. Fire up the hot tub out here until 10.30pm, light the BBQ and gaze up at the night skies as darkness falls and you enjoy the heat from the gas-fired fire pit. Keep an eye on children and dogs near the unfenced pond and watch them as they chase about and play in the shared field. Find plenty of parking at the house, as well as racks for your cycles.

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  • 4 bedrooms - 1 super-king-size, 1 double and 2 twins
  • 3 bathrooms - 1 bathroom with freestanding bath, separate shower and WC, 1 en-suite shower room with WC, 1 ground floor shower room and 1 separate WC
  • Electric Range style oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, and Dolce Gusto coffee machine
  • Welcome pack on arrival
  • Cot, highchair and stairgate available on request
  • Wood burner (first basket of logs included, thereafter available at £8 per basket)
  • TV/DVD with Sky TV in lounge and TV in kitchen, super-king-size and double bedrooms
  • Enclosed lawned garden with patio area and furniture, separate patio with gas fire pit and gas BBQ, large field for guests' use
  • Hot tub (only available until 10:30 pm please mindful of any noise generated, and the effect it may have on neighbours )
  • Stag & Hen Parties are not permitted at this property
  • Ample off-road parking
  • Secure bicycle rack
  • Shop, pub and restaurant within walking distance
  • Please note there are steps throughout the property and garden and an unfenced pond in the garden, please take care with dogs and children
  • Electric vehicle charging on site
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 4 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £350 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £40. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Those with a love of the outdoors will quickly fall for the Craven District and all its brilliance thanks to the glorious scenery, charming market towns and sleepy villages scattered throughout this captivating blend of outcrops, green hills and rugged moorland. It's a true walker's paradise here but if you're more of a roamer than a rambler, try a stroll around the grounds of nearby Bolton Abbey (14.5 miles). These gorgeous ruins provide the backdrop to a particularly beautiful part of the Dales and are well worth a visit.

The historic town of Skipton (8 miles) is also close by and offers a host of other attractions including its very own castle. There are lots of options to eat here as well as independent shops making it a great option for a full day out. Other nearby attractions include the Kilnsey Trout Farm and horse riding at Coniston, Malham.

Settle 23 miles away is a well-loved and bustling market town home to lots of lovely cafes, restaurants, pubs and shops. There's also a thriving market held in the town every Tuesday - the perfect place to pick up everything from flowers to dinner that night. If real ale is your thing, there are three fantastic real ale pubs set around the marketplace, so you can choose which one to try each evening!

Just outside of town, you can hop on the Settle to Carlisle railway, one of the most scenic routes in the UK which will take you over the well-known Ribblehead Viaduct. Beyond Settle, you have the exquisite delights of the Yorkshire Dales. And, as you would expect, the surrounding countryside here is magnificent, perfect if you want to strike out from the cottage in your walking boots or on your bicycle.

Keighley is a must for any railway enthusiast too - located just 8 miles away, it is the terminus of the Keighley and Worth Valley heritage steam railway. Running between the village itself to Oxenhope across the beautiful Worth Valley, the line is most famous for its pivotal role in the beloved 1970s classic The Railway Children and, more recently, Sherlock. The Timothy Taylor Brewery is also located nearby in Knowle Spring, 8 miles.

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CUSTOMER REVIEWS

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 25 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Susan 3rd October 2024

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Absolutely fantastic place. Great hosts. Lots of little things that meant sooo much. I.e. Table laid, fresh flowers, welcome pack and one for the dog too! We didnt want for anything, Couldnt have chosen a better place to stay. Would certainly want to go again for a week next time as was only there four days to attend a family wedding.

Reviewed by Laura 30th August 2024

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Wonderful stay. Very clean . Owners were very attentive. Would love to stay again

Reviewed by David 16th August 2024

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Reviewed by Jenna 2nd August 2024

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Reviewed by Leslie 22nd July 2024

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Lovely cottage, well equipped, everything has been thought of, clean, great location, amazing views and lots of things to do within a few miles. Would recommend and hope to visit again.

Reviewed by Jo 29th March 2024

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A cosy and very well equipped cottage with plenty of space for 8 and our 2 dogs. All our needs were well catered for; Carol and Fraser were great hosts and the location was wonderful for dog walks directly from the house. It was particularly handy having access to a field for the dogs. The welcome hampers for guests including doggy guests were partRead moreicularly appreciated. The hot tub an added luxury. Hide

Reviewed by Caroline 12th January 2024

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Beautifully presented when we arrived with everything we could possibly need. Welcome hamper was a super touch. We had the most amazing weekend.

Reviewed by Margo 2nd January 2024

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Reviewed by Clare 29th December 2023

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Owl House is a fantastic place to stay. The house is charming and has everything you would every need in terms of appliances and kitchen equipment. The house was lovely, warm and cosy. The beds were comfortable and extra blankets were provided if you needed them. The owners had thoughtfully left lots of towels, bowls and treats for the dogs. We lovRead moreed the log burner and the got tub! The owners were fantastic, very helpful and friendly. Lovely quiet location, amazing views and great local days out Hide

Reviewed by Tracy 22nd December 2023

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Absolutely amazing, big, comfortable cottage with extremely helpful hosts. We have stayed in many holiday cottages but never one with so much thought and detail in every aspect. Quality throughout.

Reviewed by Paulinus 1st November 2023

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We had a lovely holiday at Owl House and the owners could not have been more welcoming or helpful. It is a delightful house with everything we needed. We particularly enjoyed the access to the moors and the terrific views from the pinnacle.

Reviewed by Lynda 27th October 2023

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We had a lovely stay at Owl Cottage. Everything you could need for your stay had been thought about. Good location and lovely hosts.

Reviewed by Carol 15th September 2023

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The cottage was lovely, clean, comfy and extremely well equipped with everything you could need . First class

Reviewed by Lucy 18th August 2023

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Owl House is a spacious, clean and very comfortable home from home. The view from the garden is beautiful and it was very relaxing to sit out in there in the sun. The garden was safely enclosed, which was great for our dogs, and the option to walk them in the owners field was fantastic. We enjoyed the hot tub - very thoughtful to provide robes - anRead mored we were very grateful for all the welcome goodies (especially since our grocery delivery van broke down so was very late). Would stay again. Hide

Reviewed by Kenneth 4th August 2023

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Excellent location and well furnished accommodation. Good proximity to essential services and activities for all the family. A really relaxing and enjoyable holiday for all members of the family from great grand parents to great grand children ages ranging 80 to 4. Great dog friendly pub, Dog and Gun, 2 miles away for good meals reasonably priced aRead morend included in the menu doggy meals. Excellent hospitality from the hosts.Highly recommended. Hide

Reviewed by Gillian 21st July 2023

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We really enjoyed our family holiday at Owl House. The cottage is fabulous, spotlessly clean and extremely well equipped, catering to all generations. We loved the garden which has beautiful open views and the hot tub was a big hit- particularly with our two teenagers. A lovely, peaceful stay!

Reviewed by Andrea 14th July 2023

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Very welcoming. Fantastic hosts.

Reviewed by Rebecca 10th July 2023

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Lovely place, lovely people and fantastic facilities with a lovely welcome. Couldnt ask for more

Reviewed by Toni 2nd June 2023

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Lovely cottage Nice hosts always helpfull

Reviewed by Ronald 26th May 2023

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Reviewed by Alison 10th April 2023

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We had a lovely, relaxing holiday at Owl House. We are a family of 5 with three dogs so need a lot of space!! Owl House had everything we needed and lots more. There were so many little special touches - welcome basket for us and the dogs for example, and the hot tub was such a boost after long walks!! Would highly recommend :)

Reviewed by Nicola 6th April 2023

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We had a great time - Owl House is a super place to stay. Owners have thought of everything and there are lots of little touches that make it stand out as a place to stay. We really enjoyed ourselves.

Reviewed by Brian 31st March 2023

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This is a very spacious cottage which is very well equipped and well maintained. The log burner gives a cosy feel to the lounge and the hot tub is superb. The cottage is ideally situated walking and sightseeing visits in the Skipton area. Would highly recommend.

Reviewed by Sheena 4th February 2023

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Just returned home after an absolutely wonderful week at Owl House. From the moment we arrived to the moment we left it was perfect . House so comfortable we felt immediately at home and relaxed into our holiday. Welcome hamper was a fabulous treat with lots of goodies, including two bottles of wine! Dogs enjoyed their treats too. Plenty of room foRead morer 8 adults and two dogs and everything had been thought of from coffee machine to dog towels. Hosts were incredibly helpful too. We will be back. Hide

Reviewed by Terry 30th December 2022

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What a lovely place to make some lasting memories with my family!! Highly recommended

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