5 Bank Cottage

75 Customer Reviews

• "We were very disappointed with this holiday."

  Next door was like a building site. Workers outside the front window talking and loud banging all day. Got woken up in the morning with more banging, drilling and the garden at the back was covered in black smoke from the bonfire next door. They never offered us any compensation. We ended up coming home two.days early. Not be booking with Sykes ever again.

  Reviewed by Carole2.5★Nov 2024

• "A beautiful cottage to base yourself and explore the local area and further afield."

  The cottage has everything you need and was extremely clean and tidy. Just perfect!

  Reviewed by Christopher5.0★Oct 2024

• "Lovely cottage in a friendly village."

  Central for exploring this beautiful area. Comfy, well equipped and nicely decorated and furnished. Safe enclosed garden for the dog and a riverside walk from the doorstep. Shame there wasn't a welcome pack, not even a pint of milk, just a couple of teabag and coffee sachets. ( maybe I've been lucky in previous cottages with lots of treats for me and the dog! ) Sadly, my stay was spoilt due to the noise from the renovations at the cottage next door. I know this is out of the owner's control, and it was only a couple of days and one evening until 8pm but it wasn't the relaxing holiday I was hoping for. Note to Skyes (as this is not the first time) please say on the description if dogs are not allowed upstairs. I wouldn't have booked if I'd known. I'm also reluctant to book anymore attached properties as this is also not the first time this has happened to me! I had a lovely holiday though as the area is stunning and the cottage is lovely.

  Reviewed by Joanne4.7★Sep 2024

• "We had a fantastic stay at 5 Bank Cottage."

  It felt like home as soon as we walked in to the cottage. It was clean, cosy, modern yet characteristic. The location was great with lots to do nearby. The only thing we would have liked is antibacterial handsoap in the bathroom and kitchen, and maybe some cooking oil in the kitchen as we found the pans weren't nonstick. Sykes Cottages made this booking easy and I think it was great value for money. We can't wait to go back to 5 Bank Cottage!!!

  Reviewed by Kim4.7★Sep 2024

• "A lovely renovated cottage in a great village."

  Good quality fixtures and fittings. Lovely enclosed garden. Well situated for visiting lots of different places.

  Reviewed by Julie5.0★Aug 2024

• "Lovely little cottage ,bed were clean and very comfy ."

  I would of preferred a washing machine rather than a dish washer but that is just my opinion. Lovely places to visit, pubs very friendly and all we went in a dog friendly as well. Did some good walks with spectacular scenery and would recommend the 5 mile walk at Clapham also the 2 mile walk at Stainforth.

  Reviewed by Amanda4.4★Aug 2024

• "Cottage was excellent only thing would o preferred a washing machine to a dishwasher on a weekly stay"

  Reviewed by Billy5.0★Jul 2024

• "We had a lovely stay at 5 Bank Cottage finding it spotlessly clean and very comfortable."

  We loved the style and decor and found it well equipped with everything we could have wanted. The owners made it clear from the information in the cottage that if we needed anything we could contact them, not that we had need. All in all, a super short break that was enhanced by looking forward to returning to a comfortable base.

  Reviewed by Hilary5.0★Jul 2024

• "Great cottage everything we needed, dog loved the garden"

  Reviewed by Andrew5.0★Jun 2024

• "Beautiful cottage, lovingly restored."

  Great base for Lancashire and the 3 peaks area of North Yorkshire. The cottage was clean as a whistle and very well kitted. Back garden area was great for breakfast and evening meal. The directions for everything were very clear. Can’t fault it and will be back. Very grateful for a lovely stay

  Reviewed by Ruth5.0★Jun 2024

• "We had the best stay at 5 Bank Cottage!"

  It was clean, cosy and had everything we needed. We were staying in the area to complete the Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge so it was a great location and we had a great night’s sleep in the comfy beds which was much needed after a long day walking. We would stay again and would would definitely recommend to others. Thank you for such a lovely stay!

  Reviewed by Lucy5.0★May 2024

• "The property is delightful."

  Lovely open plan space with everything you need as a base for a good explore of the surrounding area. Beds and bedding are very comfy. Garden space is great and secure.

  Reviewed by Bethany5.0★Mar 2024

• "We’ve stayed here 3 times in the past year, says it all really"

  Reviewed by Linda5.0★Mar 2024

• "Lovely cottage beautifully decorated."

  We really enjoyed our stay and will definitely be coming back. Had a bird wake us up by banging into the kichen door window thinking it was scaring another bird off, could see itself in the reflection

  Reviewed by Carole4.7★Mar 2024

• "A lovely, homely and well cared for cottage."

  Spotlessly clean and warm and exceeded our expectations. The owners were in touch before and during our stay and the communication, including tips on places to visit, was superb. A lively location as a base for the area. Highly recommended and we plan to return

  Reviewed by Grahame5.0★Feb 2024

• "A lovely holiday cottage well kept by the owners ."

  Very clean and welcoming

  Reviewed by Kevin5.0★Nov 2023

• "Nice stay. Cosy and comfortable cottage."

  Responsive owners, very helpful.

  Reviewed by Michelle4.7★Nov 2023

• "We enjoyed our stay at 5 bank cottage it was very comfortable, we loved the log burner which made it very cosy on a cold night, there was everything we needed there for our stay, we would definitely recommend staying there."

  Reviewed by Catherine5.0★Oct 2023

• "We love the cottage, this was our second visit which says it all really, it is so well appointed and central for exploring the area."

  Reviewed by Linda5.0★Oct 2023

• "It was a lovely relaxing and cosy stay for 2 people and their older dog ."

  We cooked in the evening so perhaps an extra bag for the pedal bin would be useful in case other guests decide to stay in , as evenings draw in . Otherwise s perfect stay . Thank you very much we’ll be back . Kind regards Carole And Peter

  Reviewed by Carole4.7★Oct 2023

• "Lovely cottage, very clean and modern."

  The linen was lovely, fresh and spotlessly clean. Very comfortable indeed.

  Reviewed by Michaela4.7★Sep 2023

• "This is a really great little cottage in an excellent location for visiting the Yorkshire dales and Lancaster."

  Our dog loved her little holiday as much as we did. Thank you.

  Reviewed by Jean5.0★Sep 2023

• "Had a great time, lots of walks for me and the dog, a lovely little place to get away from the world"

  Reviewed by Natalie5.0★Sep 2023

• "Great accommodation, location perfect as a base for all the tourist bits."

  Highly recommended.

  Reviewed by Roy5.0★Aug 2023

• "The property has been refurbished and modernized extremely well."

  it was clean, comfortable and well equiped. We were very pleased with the location. some beautiful ares close by. Easy access to the coast, the lakes, and of course the Dales. We had a most enjoyable week

  Reviewed by Philip5.0★Aug 2023

• "Wonderful two weeks spent in this lovely cottage."

  The cottage is cosy and beautifully presented with everything you need for a self-catering holiday. The beds are comfortable, and the furnishings and bed linen are a high quality. The garden is enclosed and great to sit out in after a day exploring the surrounding area. The location is perfect for visiting the Dales and even the Lake District.

  Reviewed by Patricia5.0★Aug 2023

• "The cottage is decorated beautifully and kept very clean."

  The garden is great as it is enclosed so we didn't need to worry about the dog wandering off. Bed and sofa are comfortable. Bathroom is modern and shower is a good temperature and pressure. Kitchen extremely well equipped and includes lots of thoughtful extras (which I had entirely forgot to pack) eg cling film, sandwich bags, tin foil and ice packs so we could take a packed lunch everyday. We didn't use the dishwasher as was only two of us and seemed easier to wash up, but microwave and oven are easy to use. There was also dog bowls and poo bags, again a lovely touch, but had packed my own. We did struggle to park on the first day but that's just one of those things. Location was pretty good, short walk or super quick drive to High Bentham for all amenities. Spoke to one of the neighbours one day, and he was extremely pleasant and helpful.

  Reviewed by Lorna5.0★Jul 2023

• "We had a fabulous week in this lovely cottage."

  No problems with directions/parking/key safe. The cottage is beautifully maintained with everything you need for a week away. The garden is great for dogs & sitting out in the sunshine. The cottage is small, but perfect...with comfortable furniture & beds. My one tip would be for doggy owners to take a piece of folding trellis to go at the bottom of the stairs. Perfect to stop curious 4 legged visitors from getting to the bedrooms. Thank you for a wonderful week & we look forward to returning.

  Reviewed by Jen5.0★Jun 2023

• "Lovely clean cosy cottage and nice safe south facing garden."

  Just a shame that both pubs within a short walking distance were closed. One was closed completley (Punch Bowl) and The Sun Dial didnt open until Thursday. Not the cottage owners fault but made it a difficult stay food wise as we dont often cook while away. A mop for the kitchen and brush to sweep the garden would have been useful.

  Reviewed by Lee5.0★Jun 2023

• "Lovely property, beautiful renovated, furnished and very comfortable."

  Garden was a real asset in the lovely weather we enjoyed. Thank you.

  Reviewed by Karen5.0★Jun 2023

• "Great holiday place to stay!"

  Reviewed by David5.0★Jun 2023

• "Lovely cosy cottage, tasteful decor and has everything you need for a comfortable stay."

  Surrounding area is beautiful as is the Riverside walk. Thanks :)

  Reviewed by Laura5.0★May 2023

• "A wonderful little cottage,comfortable,spotlessly clean and the enclosed garden was a lovely are to sit out and relax in."

  Will definitely return to this cottage ,just wish we had booked more time there but will look forward to our next visit.

  Reviewed by Elaine5.0★Apr 2023

• "From the moment I opened the door I fell in love with this beautiful cottage and its location."

  The aim was to escape from the stress of daily life for a short while and this was just perfect. From the cozy feel to the excellent WiFi and the smart TV there was everything I needed to relax. I could actually feel my blood pressure coming down. I would highly recommend this cottage. Even my little dog was chilled and loved the garden.

  Reviewed by Gayle5.0★Apr 2023

• "Cottage was so cosy and comfortable - lovely to return here of an evening after a long day walking."

  Great location for exploring Lancashire, Yorkshire and Cumbria. Garden was a great space for the dogs to play securely. Would definitely recommend and hope to return in the future

  Reviewed by Nicola5.0★Feb 2023

• "Found cottage very comfortable."

  Cosy, well maintained and spotlessly clean. Appreciated the quality bed and bedding and the beautifully fitted out bathroom. Location was good for us. Would happily return in future.

  Reviewed by Catherine5.0★Jan 2023

• "The cottage was a really lovely place to stay."

  Nice and cosy, especially with the wood burner going. The kitchen was laid out well and had everything we needed. The garden was great since we had the dogs with us. I would thoroughly recommend the cottage to anyone.

  Reviewed by Peter5.0★Jan 2023

• "Everything great May I suggest that there is a mop for cleaning the downstairs hard floor."

  Reviewed by Amanda5.0★Jan 2023

• "The cottage was cosy and comfortable, decorated and maintained to a high standard."

  We thoroughly enjoyed our NY stay and the cottage served as a great base to explore the surrounding area. We would certainly recommend staying at Bank cottage.

  Reviewed by Michelle5.0★Dec 2022

• "This was a very comfortable place to stay with every convenience provided, including wood for the log burner and the option to have a mid-stay clean/bed linen change as I had booked for 3 weeks."

  Snow during most of my stay made it very picturesque and the cottage was lovely and warm. Sadly the local pub only opened once in this time, although the next village offered all facilities. Owners were very helpful and it was easy to contact them.

  Reviewed by Liselotte5.0★Nov 2022

• "Seamless booking with Sykes and faultless communication with the owners."

  We arrived at the cottage and found it warm and inviting. It was exactly as described. The cottage is clean and finished to a high standard, it is very well equipped. The beds and bedding are of a very high standard and very comfortable.

  Reviewed by Martin5.0★Nov 2022

• "Lovely holiday cottage and well presented will use again ideal location for lakes and dales"

  Reviewed by Mark5.0★Oct 2022

• "A charming little cottage, spotlessly clean."

  We all enjoyed sitting out in the little garden on an evening especially my little dog. The cottage is decorated and styled beautifully and the little kitchen has everything you need. Lots to see and do in the local area and an ideal base for walking the stunning Yorkshire dales. Would definitely stay again.

  Reviewed by Gemma4.7★Aug 2022

• "The cottage was just as listed, very comfortable, clean and homely and we would recommend to friends."

  Fenced garden was a great for the dog.

  Reviewed by Babs5.0★Aug 2022

• "We have thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this beautiful, well appointed property."

  It was well equipped, clean and cozy. It was nice to receive a welcoming email from the owners keeping us informed about the cottage and the village. Bentham is a great place from which to explore the Dales. We would definitely recommend this lovely cottage and village to friends.

  Reviewed by Susan5.0★Aug 2022

• "Loved this tiny cottage."

  One of the cleanest places we’ve stayed. Very well presented and had everything we needed. Great place to explore the area. Enclosed garden was brilliant fir our dogs . Such friendly people everywhere we visited.

  Reviewed by Jacqueline4.4★Jul 2022

• "Arrived to a beautiful comfortable cottage."

  Having two small dogs having the secluded safe garden was a plus. We found great walks nearby but especially enjoyed the walk down the river from low to high Bentham. Great holiday and came home relaxed with two very tired but happy dogs.

  Reviewed by Lorraine5.0★Jun 2022

• "What a delightful cottage!"

  Beautifully restored with modern amenities. Very comfortable beds ~ slept like a dream! The fully enclosed garden was a sun trap heaven and ideal for the dogs - we had some lovely sunny weather and made use of the outdoor furniture to enjoy meals and drinks al fresco. Loved that recycling was encouraged.....everything was wonderful.

  Reviewed by Janette5.0★Jun 2022

• "We arrived at the cottage (after missing it and driving past twice!"

  ) on Saturday afternoon, the cottage is beautiful, cosy and has a lovely sun trap garden with garden furniture. The cottage was immaculately clean and tidy and in a lovely quiet area away from the main road. We found parking easy and never struggled to park after days out. The bed was really comfortable and the cottage tastefully restored and decorated. We loved the log burner which we used after a rainy day to dry ourselves, the dogs and our boots! We very much enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay again in the future.

  Reviewed by Kirsty4.7★May 2022

• "The cottage was lovely."

  It was everything we expected and more. One of the best we have had the pleasure of staying in!

  Reviewed by Ian5.0★Apr 2022

• "We had a lovely time in the cottage."

  All the rooms were lovely, comfy and the cottage was well placed we would definitely recommend the cottage and would use it again next time we're in the area

  Reviewed by Chris5.0★Apr 2022

• "Lovely quaint mill cottage, refurbished to a high standard, very short break ..."

  Lovely quaint mill cottage, refurbished to a high standard, very short break with my mum, weather was against us, but picturesque area, nice walks for my mums elderly dog

  Reviewed by Clair5.0★Apr 2022

• "Lovely cosy cottage, perfectly clean with everything needed."

  Really nice and warm. Good outdside area for my dogs. Beautiful walks nearby and shops close enough too. Will hopefully be back again soon

  Reviewed by Claire5.0★Feb 2022

• "Beautiful cottage, lovingly modernised."

  Very comfortable and immaculately clean. Low Bentham is a beautiful village, sadly the village pubs were closed during our stay. Enjoyed lovely walks and White Scar Cave was well worth a visit.

  Reviewed by Caroline4.7★Feb 2022

• "Great little property finished to a good standard."

  No issues during our stay. Great for the dog with a closed back garden.

  Reviewed by Emma5.0★Dec 2021

• "The property is well appointed and nicely refurbished."

  The check in procedure was easy and the details provided by the owners regarding the facilities and local attractions was really useful. The log burner was a must for this time of year and quickly warms up the house. We would definitely recommend this property to others. It was excellent value for money also.

  Reviewed by Julie5.0★Nov 2021

• "This cottage is a real credit to both Sykes and the cottage owners."

  It is clean, very well equipped, the beds are super comfy, the log burner is brilliant as is the Smart TV and WIFI. Parking can be irritating, but not once you get used to it. Will book again!!

  Reviewed by Jason4.7★Oct 2021

• "5 Bank Cottages is a very relaxing peaceful cottage ."

  Our dogs loved it especially the secure garden and going down the river every morning before we set off for the day to explore the surrounding area's. Loved the furnishings, wood burner , the pub nearby. Great holiday, thank you very much to the owners.

  Reviewed by Sheliagh5.0★Sep 2021

• "We had an amazing two weeks at Bank Cottage, I liked the decor so much I bought my own bee cushion!"

  Parking wasn't an issue and everything about the cottage was just perfect. The location was great too - very quiet village, but so easy to access so many beautiful areas of The Yorkshire Dales, the Lake District, and Lancaster. Our beagles had a great time too and enjoyed all the walks - we discovered at Ingleton Waterfalls Trail they love running up steps! We'd all love to come back to the area again, and would absolutely want to stay at Bank Cottage in the future. Thank you.

  Reviewed by Claire5.0★Aug 2021

• "There was very limited parking."

  The slope up to the cottage was extremely steep and I believe would be very treacherous in the wet and snow There was only 1 wine glass and the outside table paint was flaking off which deterred you from eating outside It could have done with a barbecue

  Reviewed by Robert3.4★Jul 2021

• "Good location to hop into the Dales or the Lakes."

  Great little cottage and sun trapped of a garden.

  Reviewed by Fiona Shirley4.4★Jul 2021

• "The house is absolutely beautiful."

  It is compact and cosy, but with all the equipment and items you'd want. Everything is of high quality and clearly a lot of thought has gone into the design of the house. The garden was a particular good surprise, as we were able to have our Border Collie loose without fear of him escaping.

  Reviewed by Judith4.7★Jun 2021

• "Beautiful little cottage that had everything we could have possibly needed."

  Very comfortable bed with quality bedding. The cottage is in an area with lovely walks from the door but also within 15 minutes drive of some of Yorkshire/Lancashire’s famous peaks. Spent a lovely day in beautiful Kirby Lonsdale and even went swimming in the river. Highly recommended!

  Reviewed by Barbara5.0★Jun 2021

• "Really sweet and cosy cottage that made the perfect base for exploring the local area."

  Throughly enjoyed our stay and was great to chill in front of the fire after a day out and having the enclosed back garden for our dog topped it off.

  Reviewed by Emma4.4★May 2021

• "Bank Cottage is finished to an extremely high standard and has everything that you could ask for, making the experience feel home from home."

  The area is stunningly beautiful with good local amenities not too far away. Would highly recommend this property to anyone looking to visit the area.

  Reviewed by Gavin5.0★Apr 2021

• "It was a late booking and the cottage was good,the only problem that we had was ..."

  It was a late booking and the cottage was good,the only problem that we had was both myself and my husband are disabled and found that the approach to the cottage was not very suitable as it was a slop that was very slippery and steep for a disabled person, the parking was not good nowhere to park the car as residents was complaining were we parked the car ,we couldn't park near the cottage

  Reviewed by susan4.7★Dec 2020

• "Great little cottage and an ideal spot to visit the Forest of Bowland, Yorkshire Dales and The Lakes."

  Cottage was very clean and had all the facilities we needed for our stay. Low Bentham has a nice pub (The Sundial) and is only a 15 min walk to High Bentham which has more shops/pubs. A great stay, thanks.

  Reviewed by R5.0★Oct 2020

• "Super cozy, very clean holiday cottage, refurbished to a very high spec."

  Stayed for four nights with our whippet, loved every minute! Great location for exploring the dales and lakes, we had some fantastic walks even in the pouring rain! And wonderful to return to the cozy log burner. The owners Liz and Shaun are on hand should you need anything. People have mentioned the parking, it wasn't a problem, we always got a spot on the road. The only thing I would change is the dishwasher for a washer. Would definitely stay again! ❤️

  Reviewed by Jane5.0★Oct 2020

• "This is a beautiful and well-equipped small mill worker's cottage very close to the centre of Low Bentham, which offered a real home from home experience over the past weekend."

  The cottage has been refurbished to a very high standard, yet retains its cosy feel. The kitchen is small but very well-equipped and offered the opportunity to cook a decent roast dinner and enjoy it around the small dining table with a view out to the beautiful and very well-kept garden. The living room can easily accommodate 3 people and the log burner created a lovely cosy and relaxing feel too. The smart TV offers lots of viewing options and the broadband speed was very good - so easy to stay connected when necessary. The views over the rooftops across to the distance hills were lovely and all in all it felt a very calm and relaxing setting. The village of Low Bentham is lovely and has some easy, but enjoyable walks around it. High Bentham is larger and has lots of shops and even a bank, so no need to keep popping to Ingleton for supplies. The village pub is at the bottom of the hill from the cottage and had a nice atmosphere and a good selection of drinks. Other guests said the food was good, but I can't agree/disagree - didn't eat there. Getting around is easy and there are plenty of places to visit nearby (Clapham, Austwick, Malham, Ingleton, White Scar Caves, Ribblehead), so it's a good base for a touring break. The only minor issue was a lack of parking outside the cottage - the only options were on street or in the village public car park (approx 100 yards away), but once we got used to it it really was a very minor issue. A return visit is definitely on the cards!! Highly recommended.

  Reviewed by Jason4.7★Oct 2020

• "The cottage was lovely and sympathetically renovated with a well stocked kitchen."

  The only downside being lack of parking facilities, being on a very narrow and busy road or car park over 100yds away. Low Bentham lacked facilities except for 2 pubs which didn’t open until 4pm. Unfortunately most of the walks involved crossing a stone stile which was prohibiting for our dogs and therefore unavailable to us. Generally I would say if you are only interested in walking and have small dogs or ones that can climb stiles this area would suit you perfectly.

  Reviewed by Barbara4.7★Sep 2020

• "Had the most amazing week and really enjoyed 5 Bank Cottage as a hub."

  It was in a great location to explore the local areas within an hours drive of most destinations. Only downfall is there is no washing machine and now the weather is turning so either be prepared to take extra clothes or find a laundrette. This didn’t spoil our holiday though and we would highly recommend the cottage for people to stay. Clean, modern and comfortable.

  Reviewed by Beatrice4.7★Sep 2020

• "We had a great holiday, the cottage was Lovely, Kitchen And living room were great and had everything that we needed, The Bedroom was decorated lovely, bed was comfy with quality bedding the bathroom was also well decorated with a nice hot shower."

  The enclosed garden was great for our dog Jess, although it didn’t have a parking space it didn’t bother us as we parked on the main road just a short walk to the cottage. The pub a short walk with very friendly local people, not far to drive to Windermere, Kendal, Ambleside, we had fantastic weather for the time of the year which made it even better

  Reviewed by Wendy5.0★Sep 2020

• "We stayed with our 2 dogs, had a fantastic time, very peaceful and away from busy roads."

  Supermarkets and takeaway's nearby. Comfty bed and enjoyed the logburner. Recently renovated to a high standard. Great base for exploring the nearby countryside. Enjoyed it so much we have booked again. 5 stars!

  Reviewed by Mark5.0★Sep 2020

• "We enjoyed our stay in this clean, cosy and comfortable cottage which has been recently finished to a high standard."

  We especially liked the wood burning stove, outdoor garden area, having a dishwasher and using the lovely hot shower! Great location for exploring the surrounding area, thanks for a lovely stay!

  Reviewed by Evangelie4.7★Jul 2020

• "An extremely comfortable cottage, well equipped and very clean."

  I cannot fault it and I recommend it very highly. Very well placed for walking the three peaks And for exploring the Yorkshire Dales.

  Reviewed by Andrew5.0★Jul 2020

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