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The Owlery at Aysgarth
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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
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- Place, Aysgarth Falls
- Place, Yorkshire Dales National Park
- Place, Bolton Castle
- Airport, Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom
1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
The Owlery at Aysgarth
This delightful, upside-down property lies in the picturesque Yorkshire Dales National Park and is an ideal romantic retreat.. 12 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Bedroom: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request) Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: 43" Smart TV
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washer Dryer. Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included.. Small garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. 1-acre natural grounds (shared with owner). Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. Please note: No children except babes in arms. There are slopes in the grounds.. Welcome to The Owlery at Aysgarth, a stylish and quirky barn conversion with a perfect blend of traditional and contemporary style, nestled next to the owner’s home. This gorgeous one bedroom property is perfect for couples looking for a romantic escape to the country.
Built in the 1830s at the same time as the main house, The Owlery at Aysgarth lies just off the main village road through Aysgarth making it both close to the amenities of the village, with its well-stocked licensed garage shop, pub and restaurant and tea shops all within walking distance, yet it remains quiet and secluded on a no-through road. The garden and paddock offer stunning views across the Wensleydale valley towards Swaledale.
This delightful property is just a half mile walk across fields to the beautiful Aysgarth Falls. This same footpath is the main route for walkers linking Bainbridge and Hawes. This stretch is part of the historic Wainwright Coast to Coast Walk and the popular Herriot Way through Wensleydale. There are many diverse walks accessible from the property and the surrounding villages, from a gentle stroll through sheep filled fields and woodland along the banks of the River Ure, to the more challenging walks to the top of the nearby landmark Penhill.
The wonderfully stocked delicatessen in nearby Leyburn and the creamery at Wensleydale are a food lover’s dream, as are the many pubs in and around Wensleydale which serve wonderful local produce. The location to Aysgarth village means the property is central to all the attractions of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, including the market towns of Leyburn, Hawes and Masham, the famous Hardraw Force, and the Wensleydale community run steam train. Nearby historic Bolton Castle, where Mary Queen of Scots was held for a time, offers an interesting day out. The wider Aysgarth area offered inspiration for JM Turner who painted landscapes here and still serves today inspiration to the many landscape artists attracted to the area each year.
For the more active, the local roads are excellent for the keen cyclist forming part of the annual Tour de Yorkshire through Wensleydale – with many routes of different levels of challenge cutting through the beautiful Yorkshire Dales villages and countryside. There is superb fishing available, the River Aire, River Wharf and in particular the River Ure are renowned for the stocks of grayling, trout and their spectacular riverbanks. There is a variety of horse-riding experiences offered at the nearby Wensleydale Equestrian in Bainbridge and at other centres in the Yorkshire Dales.
Free WiFi
No children except babies in arms.
Ground Floor:
Bedroom: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request) Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: 43" Smart TV
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washer Dryer. Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included.. Small garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. 1-acre natural grounds (shared with owner). Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. Please note: No children except babes in arms. There are slopes in the grounds.. Welcome to The Owlery at Aysgarth, a stylish and quirky barn conversion with a perfect blend of traditional and contemporary style, nestled next to the owner’s home. This gorgeous one bedroom property is perfect for couples looking for a romantic escape to the country.
Built in the 1830s at the same time as the main house, The Owlery at Aysgarth lies just off the main village road through Aysgarth making it both close to the amenities of the village, with its well-stocked licensed garage shop, pub and restaurant and tea shops all within walking distance, yet it remains quiet and secluded on a no-through road. The garden and paddock offer stunning views across the Wensleydale valley towards Swaledale.
This delightful property is just a half mile walk across fields to the beautiful Aysgarth Falls. This same footpath is the main route for walkers linking Bainbridge and Hawes. This stretch is part of the historic Wainwright Coast to Coast Walk and the popular Herriot Way through Wensleydale. There are many diverse walks accessible from the property and the surrounding villages, from a gentle stroll through sheep filled fields and woodland along the banks of the River Ure, to the more challenging walks to the top of the nearby landmark Penhill.
The wonderfully stocked delicatessen in nearby Leyburn and the creamery at Wensleydale are a food lover’s dream, as are the many pubs in and around Wensleydale which serve wonderful local produce. The location to Aysgarth village means the property is central to all the attractions of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, including the market towns of Leyburn, Hawes and Masham, the famous Hardraw Force, and the Wensleydale community run steam train. Nearby historic Bolton Castle, where Mary Queen of Scots was held for a time, offers an interesting day out. The wider Aysgarth area offered inspiration for JM Turner who painted landscapes here and still serves today inspiration to the many landscape artists attracted to the area each year.
For the more active, the local roads are excellent for the keen cyclist forming part of the annual Tour de Yorkshire through Wensleydale – with many routes of different levels of challenge cutting through the beautiful Yorkshire Dales villages and countryside. There is superb fishing available, the River Aire, River Wharf and in particular the River Ure are renowned for the stocks of grayling, trout and their spectacular riverbanks. There is a variety of horse-riding experiences offered at the nearby Wensleydale Equestrian in Bainbridge and at other centres in the Yorkshire Dales.
Free WiFi
No children except babies in arms.
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Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Leyburn
Located in Leyburn, this cottage is in a rural area. The Forbidden Corner and Dales Countryside Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Raydale Preserves and Leyburn Station. Jervaulx Abbey and Finghall Lane Station are also worth visiting.

Aysgarth, near Leyburn
What's nearby
- Wensleydale - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Aysgarth Falls - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Yorkshire Dales National Park - 9 min drive - 9.5 km
- Bolton Castle - 9 min drive - 9.8 km
- The Forbidden Corner - 14 min drive - 12.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The George And Dragon Inn - 1 min walk
- The Crown Inn - 5 min drive
- The Three Horseshoes - 9 min drive
- The Kings Arms - 6 min drive
- Middle House - 6 min drive
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