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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Marrick, North Yorkshire
  • Yorkshire Dales National Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Bolton Castle
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • The Forbidden Corner
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1 half bathroom

Shower room 1

Shower only

Toilet 1

Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Traditional Dales Cottage With Stunning Views

Rose Cottage has a south facing terraced front garden with fantastic views across the dale. Entry to the cottage is via a useful porch, designed to accommodate muddy boots and/or for drying off the beloved pet! The kitchen diner is homely and furnished in farmhouse style with a traditional Yorkshire flagged stone floor. A cosy beamed sitting room provides a relaxing place to "get away from it all" and relax. There is a utility room which provides space for storing outdoor equipment such as climbing or cycling gear. The stairs lead to a newly refurbished shower room and then upwards on to a separate cloakroom with WC and wash basin. The two double bedrooms are at the front of the house and both provide beautiful views across the dale to the opposing hills. Situated in a lovely quiet and friendly village Rose Cottage is ideally placed for those wishing to walk the many footpaths, cycle the quiet lane or simply relax and watch the world go by.

Property manager

Gay Sayles

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 2:30 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Richmond

Located in Richmond, this cottage is in a rural area. Richmond (Yorks) Golf Club and Catterick Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Millgate House Garden and Raydale Preserves. The Forbidden Corner and Jervaulx Abbey are also worth visiting. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like cycling and mountain biking.
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Marrick, North Yorkshire

What's nearby

  • Yorkshire Dales National Park - 11 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Bolton Castle - 12 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Richmond Market Place - 13 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Aysgarth Falls - 17 min drive - 18.9 km
  • The Forbidden Corner - 22 min drive - 24.9 km

Getting around

  • Darlington Station - 29 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Charles Bathurst Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Manor Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Golden Lion - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Plumer Road Chippy - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Three Horse Shoes - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Traditional Dales Cottage With Stunning Views pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Traditional Dales Cottage With Stunning Views?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Traditional Dales Cottage With Stunning Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Traditional Dales Cottage With Stunning Views located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is steps from Swaledale Museum and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Stef Ottevanger Sculptures. Yorkshire Dales National Park and Foxglove Covert Local Nature Reserve are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 59 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Douglas M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely walks in a quiet location

The cottage is in a quiet village location with fantastic views across Swaledale. The cottage is lovely and quirky and fully equipped. Plenty of paths to walk from the door step along the coast to coast route and to inns in Grinto and Reet.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dennis D.

The very best

What lovely surprise to have such a great holiday in a wonderful area and views to die for house was all one would require great many thanks to the owner den , jo Dickinson
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2016

4/10 Poor

Mikal H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Not quite, I'm afraid

Owning an older home myself, I'm in perfect sympathy with the owner's observations that it's difficult to keep a 200-year-old house free from "critters". But it is possible to do so, as I can attest, having spent much of the last 5 months staying in some amazing older B+Bs in the north. I "battled" spiders in the shower area two of my four nights. I think with some additional investment, this property has some nice potential, but on this particular stay I never did quite feel comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gordon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great escape to the country.

My family thoroughly enjoyed our time at Rose Cottage. It was a central place for our trip to the Dales. Rustic but comfortable. Everything we needed and more. Would highly recommend it. We will hopefully be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debbie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway far from the maddening crowd

Amazing location, quaint cottage with all you'll need for your stay. I brought all food and laundry stuff I needed which was useful as no local shops. I'd highly recommend for walkers and couples looking for a refreshing break away from everything. Highly recommend visits to Reeth market Thursday mornings and Richmond any day for a variety of lovely shops and an interesting architecture ☺️👍
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Gill N.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A very quaint Dales cottage as described.

Easy booking process. Easy contact with owner. Information file needs some serious updating (no info o. Rubbish collections etc) and freezing cold shower room needs the radiator sorting out.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

michelle c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming Yorkshire cottage

Wow what can I say, this was an amazing little find. Authentic traditional charming Yorkshire cottage with gorgeous uninterrupted views across swaledale and beyond, we took the fabulous road from Leyburn to Grinton, views not to be missed. The cottage was homely, this traditional stone cottage had all the amenities for modern day living without compromising the rustic structure, the kitchen is very well equipped, the bed was comfy, some of the best sleep we both had, with such calm and peace at night. The cottage has not been compromised, traditional walls and Features throughout making this a very special Yorkshire experience, the dogs loved the stone floor in the kitchen when the sun was beaming down, an easy to find location, parking through 2 wooden gates or roadside for large vehicles, lots of local walks without the need to drive, but for those wanting to spread out further it’s a really good base for any of the quaint little towns and beautiful dales. Check in was easy, Gays directions and instructions where excellent, great communication while we were there, the WIFI was great, never let us down, great to have a smart tv got to catch up on our favourite TV. If you want to take a step back from the rat run of city life or daily grind and want something relaxing and traditional this is the place to be. Lovely flag stone garden for the dogs to have a rest between walking, we will definitely be returning.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Chris M.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Health & hygeine hazards - check they have been resolved before booking this cottage.

While the cottage does have a certain charm and is of its age, this is no excuse for the health and hygiene issues that caused us to leave after just one night of the five nights we had booked. The pictures in the listing were not representative of the reality of this property, which smelt strongly of damp, was covered in cobwebs (and spiders), had dead insects in the bathroom light fitting, and clearly has issue with mice/rats - which we heard in the ceiling & were concerned about immediately upon entering the property, owing to the many high sound frequency deterrent plug-ins placed around the property. Having decided to give the place the benefit of the doubt, one of us was up coughing all night (undoubtedly linked to the damp and unclean state of the property). The bed itself was comfortable and the lounge was cosy but we didn't not feel comfortable in the kitchen or bathroom areas due to the cleanliness and pest issues. Having decided to leave the property early, we contacted the property owner to inform them. To her credit, she refunded us for the four nights we did not stay but only after initially stating she 'did not agree' with our complaints - even though she later confirmed she was unable to check the issues. The property is in a in idyllic setting and could be a lovely escape but is currently in a state of disrepair and needs a deep clean. I would advise that any potential guests check with the owner that the issues described above have been resolved before booking.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Bert L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew H.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Elaine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quirky

Lovely rustic, quirky cottage in a tiny hamlet. Very warm and cosy thanks to the Esse range which I was just getting good at cooking with when we had to leave, loved it as did our dogs who were happy to curl up next to it all night! Plenty other options for cooking in the cottage, the microwave combo grill was a fantastic. Lovely walks from the doorstep, especially the path that takes you from Marrick to Grinton (approx 3 miles) for lunch at the Bridge in, dogs and muddy boots are welcomed inside but there are tables outside too. The downside was the path takes you through a farmyard which has an aggressive farm dog (black lab type called Sam) who bit our dog. Slightly spoiled the walk knowing we had to come back through on our way home, thankfully he wasn’t out! Communication with Gay was 1st class, even without a phone signal! If you are looking for perfection, this is not the cottage for you! It is a beautiful old cottage with spiders, steep stairs and no straight walls or level floors, we loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Lorraine M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Beautiful location

We were disappointed with the cleanliness of this property and also the furniture, it was very mismatched and cheap. I spent our first day cleaning and removing spiders and cobwebs. The kitchen was so cluttered we couldn't use any cupboards for food as they were full to bursting with so many dishes. The beds were very clean and comfortable and this was lovely. This cottage is beautiful and the location is stunning, we enjoyed local walks and the surrounding locations which was why I rated this holiday a yes I enjoyed my stay. Rustic matching furniture and a major declutter and clean would have made this stay much better....I understand the cottage is rural but it can also be clean and tastefully decorated. Guests do not need all that clutter in the kitchen. A holiday is what you make it and we enjoyed our stay in the glorious Yorkshire Dales.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheena D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cosy quirky little cottage

Had a lovely relaxing few days. Total peace and quiet away from it all. Fabulous scenery and walks on the doorstep and Reeth just a couple of miles away for tea rooms and pubs.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic!

Perfect idyllic countryside location, quiant old property, sets one back in time in the most lovely of ways. Definitely one to choose!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

jan treadgold T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Restorative step back in time!

This farm cottage is a lovely hideaway and all you’d expect from an old building nestled amongst the farms. It’s wonderfully situated to walk many footpaths around Swaledale and soak up the beautiful landscapes. The cottage is comfortable, warm, and offers a real taste of a simpler country life. The Esse cooker is certainly a cooking experience all on its own. Gaye has left excellent instructions. The king size bed was very comfortable which is a refreshing change appreciated by us tall folk. There were one or two bumped heads on door frames when we forgot to duck! Gaye was easily contacted when storms knocked out the power to the local water supply, and really couldn’t have been more helpful in reporting the problem and ensuring we were well taken care of. We’d thoroughly recommend Rose Cottage to those wishing an authentic Yorkshire hamlet visit!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Betty D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic place to stay - clean and lovely house

The house was superbly clean and absolutely lovely - was enchanted by it as was my husband. Beautiful inside and so much character. The area was surperb for walking our dog. The Dales were fantastic and our favourite place was Leyburn - cannot recomend this property highly enough. We would happily book it again. Great place in every sense of the word.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

janet l.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Peaceful and relaxing location bedding and towels very clean however cottages grubby rats in roof

Good booking in service and fast response when aga was a problem to work
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nicola H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place

Great property in a very peaceful area. Cosy cottage with lovely views. Didnt use the Esse as good alternatives but it warmed the kitchen well. Excellent wifi in house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Remote traditional cottage

This was our second stay at Rose Cottage and it is a great base to explore the area. Set in a quiet village with 3 farms. From the garden at the front you can say hello to friendly walkers passing by on the coast to coast walk, see the sheep in the field opposite and watch the tractors. Occasionally sheep are driven along the lane. In the evening an owl landed on the telegraph pole, scanning the field below. The cottage is a step back in time with modern facilities and the beds are very comfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

colin b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rose cottage A little gem

Rose cottage is just as you would expect, a lovely little place ,tucked away in the village of Merrick. With Richmond a couple of miles away and the Yorkshire countryside all around ,you cant go wrong .We enjoyed our visit immensely.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Miriam J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A charming step back in time

Wonderful peaceful location with fabulous views Cosy and warm cottage ,really quaint with very comfortable bed Had a lovely relaxed stay Lucky to have had great weather to enjoy sitting on the terrace Friendly locals
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Traditional Dale's Cottage

We had a great week in this lovely cottage with country decor and traditional features, very warm and cosy. The Esse cooker is easy to use for casseroles and slow cooked meals. Modern options of electric wok, halogen cooker and microwave oven and grill. The king size bed is very comfortable. Good size enclosed front garden with off road parking was enjoyed for sitting out, safe for the dog, even with sheep and coast to coast walkers passing along the lane. Friendly neighbour too. We had good weather and did lots of walking and enjoyed a trip into Richmond. Would love to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Nick F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family with dogs.

Excellent area. Lovely cottage could do with small amount of work to certain doors, possibly go back to stone floor in room. Otherwise perfect relaxing break.

8/10 Good

Francis I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Very peaceful cottage

We enjoyed our week very much, lovely warm comfortable cottage -very old and tastefully decorated to reflect its antiquity -very safe garden for our two dogs. House is equipped and the setting is idyllic - views of rolling hills from the garden and the local community is extremely friendly and welcoming - definitely given us a desire to return to the area very soon
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

6/10 Okay

Jo A.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

Beautiful stay in the Dales

Rose Cottage is a great base for walks and bike ride in the Dales. It’s a very quite and remote location and you would probably want to drive to Reeth as a starting point as Marrick. The cottage itself has everything you need for a base for a holiday. Although there wasn’t any Wi-fi during our stay and this affected BT TV. I did spend the first hour cleaning cobwebs from all the rooms as there were cobwebs everywhere including the kitchen cupboards. Maybe this is to be expected with an old building but I feel the cottage could really do with a spring clean especially if not used for a while. I was disappointed that when I emailed the owner regarding the Wi-fi and TV I did not get a reply. Also disappointed that cottage was so dirty. However the bedding and towels were clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

About the host

Hosted by Gay Sayles

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Rose Cottage was my much loved family home and has belonged to my family since 1946. I now live in Suffolk but have maintained Rose Cottage after I inherited it for our personal family and friends holidays. I have chosen now to offer Rose Cottage as a holiday home so that others can enjoy and share the experience of this stunning and beautiful area of outstanding natural beauty.

Why they chose this property

Love the area and its people

What makes this property unique

Relaxing in peace and quiet. Lovely walks through meadows and along the many footpaths with my dogs.
Winter pub lunches with roaring real fires and good food.
Chatting to local farmers and others in the bar of the local pub at Grinton.

Languages:

English
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