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4 Guests
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2 Bedrooms
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2 Bathrooms
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Pets No
Features
- Open fire
- Garden / Patio
- Cot available
- Highchair available
- Pub/shop < 1 mile
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
81 Customer Reviews
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"A warm, comfortable cottage excellently situated for exploring the southwestern areas of the Yorkshire Dales and the Forest of Bowland."
The welcome goodies (bread, cheese, milk, wine) were much appreciated and the owners are on hand and helpful. The cottage itself has a fascinating history and a few quirks that you’d expect from a property of its age. All in all a nice quiet spot for a week of outdoor activities.
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"This cottage is exceptionally well presented, with everything you could need and more than you can expect."
It has been thoughtfully set up and the owners who live next door are available but not in any way intrusive. They quickly resolved a minor issue with the WiFi and everything else was perfect. All you need to do is turn up with your food and clothes and you’re ready to go. The location is very handy being just off the A65 with good access to lots of interesting walking destinations, the railway or places to potter and go on visits. The house itself also an interesting history in its own right and is worth staying in for that too. Fantastic!
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"Gorgeous little cottage, fantastically situated for easy access to everything I love in the Dales."
Property was spotless throughout with everything I could possibly have needed for a comfortable stay. Honestly the most comfortable bed I've ever slept in, so much that I made a note of the mattress make before leaving! Huge thanks to the owners for such a lovely stay, I will definitely be back.
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"Great holiday cottage in brilliant location surrounded by loads to do."
The welcome pack was great touch with some lovely local things to eat bread , butter, cheese, biscuits and even bottle of wine. Owner was brilliant too weather was patchy despite being August bank holiday week so checked multiple times we were warm enough even putting heating on to help warm us up. The cottage contained so many nice touches and everything we needed and more. Can honestly recommend to anyone.
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"Delightfully situated, lovely views and garden."
Exiting the property (in car) needs care as corner is blind - but no actual problems experienced. Cottage historically most interesting, well equipped and owners very welcoming. Ideally situated for either the Dales or Forest of Bowland. Railway adds further interest. Log fire much appreciated by later evening.
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"A great stay at a wonderful cottage, with all the facilities you need for a cosy stay."
The location is good for reaching the dales and the lakes.
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"This was about the 4th or 5th time I have stayed here and irrespective of what the weather is doing, I can always guarantee having a lovely stay."
The location is great for walking, and as a cosy base to come back to at the end of the day. Cannot speak more highly of the property of the hospitality and friendliness of George and Elizabeth next door. And also a recommendation for the Old Sawmill Cafe in Clapham, and definitely a place to stop whether for coffee and cake, or something larger!!
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"Very cosy and comfortable."
Although it is near a railway station there is, surprisingly? NO noise from the trains.
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"The accommodation was clean and well maintained."
Everything you could need for a self-catering holiday was included. The welcome package was a lovely touch.
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"Lovely Cosy cottage in an amazing location, close to all the hiking and caving we wanted to do."
Would definitely go back.
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"Just back from a lovely break in this beautiful cottage."
Lovely peaceful surroundings and perfect location for places to visit. The cottage had everything we could wish for and the welcome pack (bread, wine, biscuits etc.) was very generous and was very much appreciated.. A perfect break!!
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"Absolutely lovely property - we were so comfortable during our stay."
The cottage was very clean and well-furnished, and we had everything we could possibly need to hand. The owners were really welcoming and helpful. We selected Wenning Bank because it's close to all three Yorkshire Peaks which we wanted to walk - it's a perfect location if this is in your holiday plans, but there are plenty of other activities and places to visit close by.
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"Charming cottage with all you could wish for."
The owners live next door and we're very helpful. They had a roaring fire ready gir our arrival plus a very generous welcome hamper including milk bread biscuits and wine!
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"Lovely cottage that met all of our expectations."
Wonderful hamper left for us on arrival, with fresh bread, Yorkshire butter, milk, biscuits, cheese and wine. What a lovely surprise. Peacefully situated with plenty of private off road parking. Views are stunning. Owners live next door and are friendly and helpful. All the comforts of home can be found in the cottage. You don't need to bring anything but food and drink, as the kitchen has everything you need including condiments, foil, washing up liquid, tea towels etc etc. Lovely comfortable bedrooms. Wonderful surroundings with lots of great places to visit. Only half hour from The lake district too. Fabulous bakery in Ingleton village called Seasons. The cottage is close to the railway station, but we weren't bothered by any noise as trains only run every two hours. A car is necessary to visit shops etc, but they are only a short drive away. Highly recommended place to stay.
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"We all really enjoyed our stay, the cottage was lovely, very comfortable and well equipped."
We would certainly return.
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"We loved our stay at Wenning Bank."
The surroundings are beautiful and although the cottage is very handy for the A65 and the railway to Morecambe and Skipton, you are not bothered by either. The accommodation is very good, although the second bedroom is a little small - not that this would stop us coming back. The cottage is clean, and the locally sourced bread, butter and cheese (and wine) a very nice welcoming touch. TV signal and WiFi are both pretty good, and the unlisted DVD player a bonus (First World entertainment problems sorted). There are nice walks to be had in the area, or within about an hour’s drive, most of the highlights of the Yorkshire Dales area are easily reached. The owners George and Elizabeth are friendly and happy to let you know some tips for trips or walks from the cottage. Their two lovely dogs, cat and 4 chickens also provided brilliant distractions for us.
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"This was my second time at Wenning Bank as I have friends who live nearby and it was just as lovely as I remember."
George and Elizabeth were very welcoming as was the welcome pack. Very convenient for the A65 to explore all that the Dales have to offer . The only moan is the paintwork is looking a little tired and worn in some places and in the main bedroom although it is a listed property, decor is a little dated and could use a modern but sympathetic update . Very quiet and stunning views. It has all the comforts away from home . I would definitely stay again.
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"Well thought out and equipped holiday cottage next to Clapham station, it is a pleasant stroll away from the centre of Clapham with quality shop, coffee shop and bar."
Hopefully the New Inn will reopen soon! We were very comfortable and enjoyed the pleasant surroundings and our friendly hosts. The only negative was the low doorway to the utility room and bathroom, which issues a painful reminder if you should forget.
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"Lovely cottage and very good hosts."
Excellent welcome pack provided. Cleanliness very good , excellent beds and bedding. Over the bath shower could be tricky for less agile guests.Decor a little dated but more than adequate. Really nice area to sit and dine outside with lovely views. Despite proximity to the railway , this was not intrusive. Would certainly come back. Thankyou
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"Very much enjoyed our stay."
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"Lovely cottage."
Well equipped. Helpful owners. Fantastic views. Generous welcome basket. Convenient and comfortable. We would recommend this cottage and may book again soon. Thank you George and Elizabeth
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"Very well equipped cottage."
Nice welcoming log fire on a cold day. Plenty of walking in the area, which was the reason for our visit.
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"Excellent accommodation"
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"This is just me being extremely picky, only because I easily feel the cold."
I would've liked a curtain to pull over the door at night, just for extra cosiness, however, that aside, we couldn't fault the lovely cottage, the location or the hosts. We had a wonderful stay thank you!
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"A beautifully appointed luxury holiday property."
It was refreshing to see that the owners had invested in high quality furnishings (not skimping by using cheap or poor quality second hand furniture as some do). They had literally provided everything we might possibly need during our stay. A lovely location great for exploring the local walks, waterfalls and caves (all within a short drive away). Handy for a trip to Carlisle too via the famous Settle to Carlisle line, stunning scenery on route.
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"Wenning Bank is an ideal place to stay."
It is very well equipped and Elizabeth and George are so welcoming and helpful. It is in an excellent location for both the Yorkshire dales and also the lakes district.
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"The property is a comfortable base that is well-placed for walking in the Dales."
The welcome basket (plum bread, cheese, bread and wine) was a very nice welcoming touch.
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"Excellent cottage, perfectly clean where everything needed was included."
Friendly owners made us most welcome. Love the area.
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"Our second visit to this lovely property."
It is extremely well-equipped and comfortable. The owners were very welcoming and provided a very generous welcome basket which we much appreciated. The cottage is very well situated with a variety of walks nearby and is very peaceful. We hope to return again.
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"We had a wonderful few days at Wenning Bank, the cottage is cosy and is very well equipped including a lovely, thoughtful welcome pack of yummy goodies."
The gardens and scenery are superb. We were very lucky with the weather and enjoyed a steady walk into the quaint village of Clapman. The cottage is a short drive from Ingleton where we visited beautiful waterfalls. A real experience of the dales made by the great stay at the cottage. Would definitely recommend
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"A really lovely place to stay, with so many individual touches, such as the Welcome Pack containing a cake and wine, amongst other items."
Great selection of information on the local area. Lovely owners who made us feel so welcome. Kitchen and sitting area were particularly attractive. Everything was very clean and tidy and the history of the building was also in the Welcome Pack, which was very interesting. Peaceful and plenty of space to park. A special place to stay and easy to get to stunning countryside and The Three Peaks walks.
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"It is a really nice cottage everything you would ever need, would definitely like to book again"
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"Lovely welcome pack on arrival and the hosts also called to see that everything was ok."
Property well furnished and smart with great views over the countryside and a pleasant garden area. The railway station was nearby and there was no noticeable train noise. The bed was firmer than we are used to but it's a personal preference. Overall, a very pleasant week despite the weather!
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"Wenning Bank is a little further from Clapham village than we expected but posed no real problem for us."
The cottage itself and the facilities provided are outstanding.
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"The cottage is wonderful, full of history and incredibly well equipped with beautiful views and ideally located for many different days out exploring the region."
The welcome pack was very generous and very welcome!
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"Owner live next door, very helpful."
Cottage comfortable with 2 toilets….great ! Excellent location for walking etc. But would prefer to be able to control our own heating in the cottage.
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"Fantastic location, everything I wanted and needed for a lovely stay, the owners next door made me feel very welcome, and altogether reminded me how much I love the Yorkshire Dales."
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"Its great value with plenty to do, and it's got a great location for the Dales, lake district and forest of Bowland."
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"Well appointed cottage with helpful but not intrusive hosts."
Lovely welcome pack which was very helpful as due to late arrival all shops closed and limited access to restaurants. Very comfortable beds and super quality towels. Kitchen well equipped with all appliance manuals provided. The local area is peaceful but good access to places of interest and lots of walks from the cottage. This is a great area to stay and we were blessed with mostly good weather. The view from the garden is lovely but overlooks the owners garden and is not very private but realistically we did not spend much time in the garden so not a problem for us.
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"Perfect situation to explore the Dales."
Host very helpful. What more do you want. We will be back
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"Beautiful location,attractions are within minutes from the cottage."
Owners Elizabeth and George were very friendly and helpful with knowledge of the area. It was a delight to stay there, felt like home. Welcome pack was very nice, full of local goodies. Would definitely go back again sometime.
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"Wenning Bank is a very comfortable and well equipped cottage that is ideally located for exploring the Yorkshire Dales."
We were also very fortunate that we had glorious sunny, warm weather for almost all our weeks stay. The owners were very helpful, but not intrusive and the welcome pack, particularly the fresh bread was very welcome and disappeared very quickly!
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"Great location for walking , everything as description."
Cottage excellent and has great character great home from home . Anything you need for week away in easy reach
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"We enjoyed our stay at Wenning Bank."
The cottage was clean, well equipped and had lovely views. We love the area. Have no complaints at all.
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"This is a really special place."
A wonderful Cottage in beautiful surroundings, if you book it you will not be disappointed!
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"Wenning bank is a lovely cottage, and we had a lovely time."
The owners who live next door were really helpful and we really appreciated the welcome basket on arrival. Clapham is a gorgeous village and is excellently located - relatively easy to drive to and perfect as a base for exploring. We couldn't have picked a better place to stay!
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"The cottage and the hosts were excellent , could not fault anything."
We would love to visit again but unfortunately I see they do not allow pets as we have a Springer spaniel and cannot always get someone to look after her so will have to look elsewhere, which is such a shame as it's 100% other than that. We were going to book again on our return , but looking elsewhere now. Such a shame. Would still recommend it to anyone.
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"Wish you could control the Yorkshire weather!"
! That apart we had a lovely week and the cottage was excellent!
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"We had a wonderful time - Wenning Bank is a beautiful property with superlative views."
The owners who live next door were really helpful and we really appreciated the welcome basket on arrival. Clapham is a gorgeous village and is excellently located - relatively easy to drive to (nowhere near as remote as some villages) and perfect as a base for exploring the the Dales. We couldn't have picked a better place to stay!
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"The cottage was spotless, comfortable and cosy with lots if history and incredible views."
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"Freebies were a very nice touch"
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"Second visit to this property, we very much like it."
Highly comfortable, excellent provision of essentials and many little extras. Owner very helpful. Great location - can access a huge variety of places from local villages to Forest of Bowland, Lakes, Dales, Coast - and if you don't fancy driving the trains stop right across the road - but they are not frequent or loud. Village a mile away, has a shop and pub.
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"Lovely cottage, equipped to a high standard, very clean with an interesting history and very comfortable beds."
Scenic views from bedroom windows. Well positioned for exploring the Yorkshire Dales and Forest of Bowland, next to Clapham station for travelling by train and a mile walk along country lane to village of Clapham. SMART TV with Netflix was much appreciated, as our weather was not brilliant. Hosts very welcoming, providing a lovely basket of local food and plenty of leaflets, maps, DVDs, books and games and advice on walks and where to eat. We would recommend Wenning Bank.
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"Cottage was perfect and very clean, owners are friendly."
It had everything we needed and the location was good for the Yorkshire Dales, Lancashire and the South Lake District. Sykes send a ridiculous amount of junk mail constantly. I recommend the cottage but do not recommend Sykes.
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"An extremely well resourced cottage in perfect surroundings."
Perfectly clean and in a perfect location for exploring the Dales. Lovely, kind welcome goodies.
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"Fantastic cottage, very well equipped, very comfortable and very clean, bags of ..."
Fantastic cottage, very well equipped, very comfortable and very clean, bags of character, great location and friendly and helpful owners
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"Lovely cottage in a quiet location on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales, well placed also for Forest of Bowland which is a relatively unexplored area."
Friendly hosts, cottage well equipped to a high standard and with interesting history. Very comfortable and everything to a high standard. Being next to the train station (no noise from trains) is a bonus. 1 mile walk into Clapham down quiet road with pavement to excellent village shop and pub. Really enjoyed our holiday! Many thanks.
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"We really liked the cottage, it's location and the views."
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"Beautiful house in fabulous location."
It was a home from home with everything you would ever need!
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"A fantastic cottage in a beautiful location!"
The views from the cottage are extraordinary and it was so nice to have a piece of the garden to use to enjoy the outdoor. The hosts were very helpful with giving tips and directions for small walks directly from the cottage along the river. We visited with young children so for us this was fantastic being able to explore so near to the cottage. The cottage itself is superb. Everything is neat and clean. Great beds, bedding, towels etc. It has everything you need and more. I would say that the kitchen has all utensils and convenience you possibly need. We were able to cook a bit more elaborately and bake a cake using all utensils that were available. There was a welcome basket which we found being such a thoughtful gesture. Thank you! Cottage is nicely decorated throughout and has a lot of charm and cosy atmosphere. We were so lucky with the wonderful warm Easter weather we did not use the woodstove, but that would indeed have been such a nice and cosy feature. Warmly recommend this cottage and location. We cannot wait to visit again.
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"The house is in a great location, with plenty of walking and cycling routes in the surrounding area, it is also very close to the railway station."
The lovely village of Clapham is within easy walking distance and has pubs, a restaurant and shops. The house itself is cosy, with a wood-burning stove, and has fantastic views over the countryside to the rear. It is very well equipped, so there was no need to buy household essentials such as washing up liquid, and the owners provided a very welcome basket of provisions, including milk, bread, wine and cheese.
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"Wonderful, cosy cottage."
The owners have gone to a lot of trouble to provide little extras that add to the comfort and convenience of the property. We slept very well on comfortable beds and the shower was hot and efficient. We enjoyed nights in around the log burner, and the huge variety of walks in the immediate area.
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"Wenning bank is an excellent place to stay, it had everything you needed and was spotlessly clean."
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"We enjoyed this quiet location for a winter break."
The cottage was well equipped and thoughtfully supplied with all you might need for a comfortable stay. It was easy to travel to local places of interest and Clapham village was in walking distance.
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"A lovely welcome pack of various goodies on arrival was a splendid touch."
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"Lovely cottage just a mile off the main A65 which provided good access to all of the Yorkshire Dales, Lake District and West Yorks and Lancs too."
The outside space was very private and would have been a lovely place to sit out in the evenings if our time there had been dry. Great to have the car near to the cottage in the garden too, and delightful to watch the hens and bunnies from the property. The facilities at the cottage were brilliant with everything provided for, lots of space in the utility room to dry out wet things and leave our boots etc, and even electric heaters for the evenings when it was chilly. The amount of leaflets, books, games and toys were amazing as was the welcome pack (thank you) Great that the owner came to check we were ok a couple of times and offered to put the heating on, and also that a feed back form was provided so we could put any suggestions to the owners without putting them on a review and appearing to down mark them. A great place to stay, and if we ever return to the area to see the sights we had to see in the rain ( the weather was not at all kind!), we would definitely rebook.
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"Accommodation was as described with loads of extras added by the owners."
Really thoughtful items provided from basics to luxury items. Was a real home from home
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"The cottage was ideally situated for exploring the area."
The welcome pack on arrival was more than generous and appreciated. The cottage was well equipped and very comfortable. Would gladly recommend this listing.
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"Very nice cottage everything was spot on ."
..Nice food hamper ...Clapham perfect village...Very quiet and peaceful...
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"Didn't want to leave, one of the best cottages we've stayed in and there's been many."
Owners are very friendly and the welcome hamper was lovely, even the weather was kind.the cottage was well equipped, excellent shower, comfy bed and so peaceful, would like to return sometime in the future
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"This is the second time we've been here which says something as we don't normally go back to the same place but this is something special from the location nice and quite to great for exploring the Dales and being on the edge of the area know as Bowland the Owners who live next door make you feel very welcome forgot to mention 2 minutes from the Lancaster Leeds line love the bird life outside the cottage too ."
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"Great accommodation in a lovely area."
Cottage was clean, comfortable and well equipped. The log fire was very welcome during the chilly evenings. We had a very pleasant 3 night stay.
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"Our second stay at Wenning Bank."
A super cottage, full of character, all our needs (and more) catered for. Thank you for another great stay.
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"Peace and quiet in very comfortable accommodation, stunning scenery, welcoming owner what more could you ask for, wouldn't hesitate in staying again if we were revisiting the area."
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"The second time we have stayed."
And we hope to stay again. The cottage is charming and very well presented by the owners. Beautiful setting too.
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"Lovely very well equipped cottage we really couldn't have wished for more exceptional many thanks."
Definitely will be going back just superb.
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"The cottage was very well thought out with quality kitchen appliances and a fantastic utility room - perfect for drying wet walking gear."
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"Faultles. Just wish I'd booked for a week instead of 3 nights."
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"Just returned from a wonderful week at Wenning Bank the cottage is beautiful, the setting and location is perfect for exploring the area."
The owners George & Elizabeth were on site to answer any questions we had, they were the perfect hosts. The welcome basket was such a lovely gesture which included local cheese, butter, milk and of course the scones and the wine went down a treat, a Big thank you. The large comfy bed was just what was needed after days spent hill walking, the facilities at the cottage are just perfect the owners have thought of everything to ensure your stay at Wenning Bank is comfortable, warm and cosy the wood burner was so lovely in the evenings, there's lots of local maps and info which have been provided making planning days out really easy, we thoroughly enjoyed our relaxing stay with you and plan on returning in the new year.
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"A really love very cottage, so well equipped, everything you could possibly need."
Also the welcome pack was the best ever.
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"The cottage is beautiful so comfortable and nothing is too much trouble for the owners."
The location is quiet with stunning views and the train station across the road great for days out. It is our second visit and would definitely book again.
Summary
- Two bedrooms: 1 x super king-size double (zip/link, can be twin on request), 1 x twin
- Ground floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
- First floor basin and WC
- Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove
- Utility.
- Oil central heating with woodburning stove
- Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, Smart TV with Freeview, WiFi, selection of books
- Fuel and power inc. in rent
- Fuel for stove on honesty box basis
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Highchair
- Off road parking for 2 cars
- Lockable storage for 2 bikes
- Private lawned area with furniture
- Sorry, no pets and no smoking
- Shop and pub 1 mile
- Note: There is an interconnecting door on the ground floor, which is kept locked.
The property
A wonderful, semi-detached wing of the owners Grade II listed country house, set in its own grounds on the outskirts of the pretty village of Clapham.
Located just a hundred yards from the railway station, this charming holiday home provides great access to the famous Settle-Carlisle Railway line.
Fully renovated, this holiday hideaway provides perfect accommodation for couples and small families looking to enjoy a truly wonderful rural retreat.
Set over two floors with a slightly unusual layout, the property has been meticulously prepared and individually styled, and has the added benefit of a spacious garden boasting lovely views across the surrounding countryside.
The spacious, open plan living area has stylish, modern furnishings, a lovely warming woodburning stove, original beams and a delightful window seat.
The open plan design is a real delight with a modern, well-equipped kitchen and a cosy dining area.
A bathroom and utility area complete the ground floor accommodation.
The main staircase leading to the two bedrooms features a panelled wall, which adds to the overall character and charm of this cottage.
A main bedroom with lovely views across open countryside, a spacious twin bedroom and a small but useful cloakroom with basin and WC are all handily placed on the same floor.
Outside is a lawned area with a table and chairs - a great place to sit and take in the views and relaxing atmosphere.
The thriving local village of Clapham is a fifteen-minute walk away, whilst the likes of Skipton, Settle, Ribblehead, Dent, Garsdale and Appleby can be readily accessed through the rail line.
With excellent walking and cycling opportunities in the nearby area, along with many fine country pubs and award-winning restaurants, this is a perfect location for a romantic break.
The nearest amenities are just a mile away, with a shop selling organic vegetables, local produce, and a coffee shop and a pub, whilst Ingleton is just a little further, known for its incredible scenery with impressive woodland waterfalls and stunning show caves.
The whole of the Yorkshire Dales and the splendour of The Lake District, West Coast, The Forest of Bowland and the Three Peaks are all within an hours scenic drive.
A lovely holiday cottage whatever the time of year.
About the location
CLAPHAM
Ingleton 4 miles; Settle 6 miles.
The picturesque Dales village of Clapham is situated in the heart of the famous "Three Peaks" country. Surrounded by spectacular limestone, the Nature Trail at Clapham passes by a lake and mature woodland before reaching Ingleborough Show Cave - spectacular whatever the weather! Follow the footpath further and wonder at the magnificent Trow Gill, before continuing past Gaping Gill (Britain’s largest discovered pothole) on the way to the summit of Ingleborough. The nearby White Scar Caves are also well worth a visit and there is a superb four-mile waterfall walk in the village of Ingleton. Clapham offers a village shop, a vintage gift shop and a bespoke wool and handicraft shop, as well as a pub, a bar and cafes. The village is an ideal base for walking, climbing or potholing and horse/pony trekking, as there are numerous bridle paths in the area. An excellent centre for touring the Yorkshire Dales and the Forest of Bowland, with easy access to both the Lake District and the west coast.
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute
- Christmas