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10/10 Excellent
Martin Rickerd
4 October 2025
Entire home
The Old Telephone Exchange
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Masham
- Place, Theakston Brewery2 min walk
- Place, Black Sheep Brewery6 min walk
- Place, Nidderdale3 min drive
- Airport, Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford)54 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom
1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
The Old Telephone Exchange
Stunning holiday home, stylishly furnished and decorated just a short stroll from Masham centre. Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washer Dryer
Conservatory.
Bedroom: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Toilet. Electric panel heaters (underfloor in conservatory and bathroom), electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Doggy extras.. Lawned garden with patio, garden furniture and 2 disposable BBQ. Bike store. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. A truly superb holiday home situated just a short stroll from the centre of Masham, this delightful cottage was formerly an old telephone exchange which has been completely renovated to a particularly high standard. Stylishly furnished and decorated, the cottage is light and airy with the advantage of a small dining conservatory overlooking the beautiful enclosed cottage garden.
Masham is a bustling market town with large square hosting an outdoor market each Wednesday and Saturday, surrounded by various shops, pubs and tea rooms and overlooked by St Mary’s Church. The town became well known in medieval times as a centre for the Dales Sheep industry and it is this square which continues to hold the annual Masham Sheep Fair each September. Also home to Masham Gallery and two famous breweries, Theakston’s and Black Sheep, each complete with visitor centre, brewery tours and shop. Nestling on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National park, the area is surrounded by excellent footpath walks along the river bank and moorland, ensuring the perfect destination for the outdoor enthusiast.
Attractions in the surrounding areas include Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal, Thorpe Perrow Arboretum, Jerveaux Abbey, racecourses at Ripon, Catterick, Thirsk and York, tennis courts, golf and horse riding. Shops 150 yards, pub and restaurant 500 yards.
Free WiFi
Only dogs allowed at the property.
No puppies
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washer Dryer
Conservatory.
Bedroom: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Toilet. Electric panel heaters (underfloor in conservatory and bathroom), electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Doggy extras.. Lawned garden with patio, garden furniture and 2 disposable BBQ. Bike store. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. A truly superb holiday home situated just a short stroll from the centre of Masham, this delightful cottage was formerly an old telephone exchange which has been completely renovated to a particularly high standard. Stylishly furnished and decorated, the cottage is light and airy with the advantage of a small dining conservatory overlooking the beautiful enclosed cottage garden.
Masham is a bustling market town with large square hosting an outdoor market each Wednesday and Saturday, surrounded by various shops, pubs and tea rooms and overlooked by St Mary’s Church. The town became well known in medieval times as a centre for the Dales Sheep industry and it is this square which continues to hold the annual Masham Sheep Fair each September. Also home to Masham Gallery and two famous breweries, Theakston’s and Black Sheep, each complete with visitor centre, brewery tours and shop. Nestling on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National park, the area is surrounded by excellent footpath walks along the river bank and moorland, ensuring the perfect destination for the outdoor enthusiast.
Attractions in the surrounding areas include Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal, Thorpe Perrow Arboretum, Jerveaux Abbey, racecourses at Ripon, Catterick, Thirsk and York, tennis courts, golf and horse riding. Shops 150 yards, pub and restaurant 500 yards.
Free WiFi
Only dogs allowed at the property.
No puppies
Suitable for up to 1 pet
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
Ripon
Ripon is home to this cottage. Himalayan Garden & Sculpture Park and The Bridge Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Bedale Golf Club and Studley Roger Seven Bridges Walk. Thorp Perrow Arboretum and Jervaulx Abbey are also worth visiting.
Masham
What's nearby
- Theakston Brewery - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Black Sheep Brewery - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
- Nidderdale - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
- Fountains Abbey - 19 min drive - 23.0 km
- Yorkshire Dales National Park - 22 min drive - 29.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Taste of India - 10 min drive
- White Bear Hotel - 7 min walk
- Green Dragon - 10 min drive
- Spice - 10 min drive
- The Old Black Swan - 10 min drive
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10/10 Excellent
A Harris
9 May 2025
Fantastic mini break for myself, husband and dog.
A Harris
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10/10 Excellent
David Keeble
6 May 2025
The Old Telephone Exchange is ideal for 2 people.
David Keeble
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