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2 Guests
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1 Bedroom
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1 Bathroom
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Pets No
Features
- Off road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Open fire
- Garden / Patio
- Cot available
- Highchair available
- Pub/shop < 1 mile
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
81 Customer Reviews
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"I am partialy disabled an I do not recall being informed of the number of steps required to access the property."
I also had problems with internal stairs,
It is abundantlly clear from the leading photograph and in the promotional details for Carn Cottage that there are 5-stone steps leading to the entrance door. Being a 2-storey building, it should not come as a surprise that the building has a stairway. The stairway, in Carn, complies with industry standards, in all respects. Property Owner
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"Very clean and comfortable"
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"Carn Cottage offered everything that we needed for our break to Yorkshire."
The property owner was very thorough in making sure we knew everything about the property especially safety aspects that were all in place. He was also very informative about the area. We enjoyed our break very much. We were aware that parking was tight but at least we were able to park alongside the property. We had also read about traffic noise. The main road behind the property was, indeed extremely busy and particularly with lorries, but far enough from the cottage not to be a problem. We would return to Carn Cottage if we return to the area. Thank you.
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"Nice little cottage in a pleasant village."
Parking for small car. Local walks and nice pub in village.
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"Thanks Bryan for the lovely stay."
Carn Cottage is a cosy two-room cottage well located for all the local tourist hotspots as well as the quieter areas. A folder of local walks and visits is provided for information. We were lucky enough to catch the good weather and spent a good deal of time out and about, but having Carn Cottage as our pad to return to was fab. The cottage was clean and comfortable, with all the basic equipment provided and the post office for groceries a short walk away. A delightful week's escape to North Yorkshire for my partner and I.
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"Very comfortable cottage with good facilities, and good value for money."
Perfect location for exploring the Dales. Easy access to the Settle to Carlisle railway. Bryan the host provided a nice welcome and some excellent information at the start, then left us to enjoy our holiday.
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"Beautifully presented cottage, convenient for exploring the many attractions in the local area."
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"A lovely comfy cottage."
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"What a gorgeous hidden gem this cottage is."
Very comfortable and cosy, perfect for a couple. The cottage was spotlessly clean and Bryan had even put some daffodils in a vase! It was a perfect location to explore surrounding areas or just to chill out and relax. We thoroughly enjoyed every moment. Highly recommended.
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"We loved staying here for Christmas, we had just about everything we needed, loved the location, and the cottage."
Hopefully we will be back.
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"Nice comfortable cottage, good base to visit the surrounding area."
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"Perfect place Brian was a lovely host and we will book again"
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"The cottage is comfortable and well placed for many good walks, both from the cottage and within easy travelling distance by car, though the access onto the main road is a little hair-raising."
The facilities are well suited for two people, the instructions for the use of the cottage are clear, and were explained by the friendly owner who lives next door, and came in to go through them. Just a couple of points: as we had travelled quite a long way a welcome pack would have been well received (if only a small carton of milk and a couple of sachets of tea and coffee) We also found the nearby main road too noisy with the heavy passing traffic to be able to sit out in peace. Although there is wonderful scenary in the surrounding countryside, there are no views from the property. We should also perhaps mention that the cotttage is opposite a double garage that has an overnight security light that is constantly lit - soemtimes flashes - and shines directly into the bedroom. (This garage doesn't belong to the owner, so the disturbance is no fault of his, though). Still, all in all, we had good weather and some fabulous walks.
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"Very nice cottage everything you may need is there lots of walks from door great ..."
Very nice cottage everything you may need is there lots of walks from door great train and bus links never used car sadly had to leave early for personal reasons nothing to do with the cottage parking may be a bit tight if you have a chelsea tractor mini countryman no problem
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"Clean, comfortable and well equipped."
Friendly and helpful host.
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"Lovely cottage in a beautiful area with a fabulous host."
I loved this cottege. It is cozy and comfortable with everything you need. There are walks just on the door step and it is a great base to visit the surrounding area . Bryan the host is very helpful, friendly and a lovely person. I highly recommend this lovely cottage.
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"Really enjoyed our stay at Carn Cottage."
Found Bryan to be very friendly and helpful. His advice was invaluable. Carn Cottage is ideally situated for both The Yorkshire Dale's and Forest of Bowland.
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"Our stay at Carn Cottage was made so easy by the owner and the facilities provided were very comfortable."
We really appreciated being able to talk to him, use the info leaflets that he’d provided about walks and things to do in the area, and sit in the garden to soak up the sun.
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"We had a wonderful stay at Carn Cottage."
It was fitted out with everything we needed for our stay, beautifully decorated, spotless in a great location. The landlord, Bryan, was so helpful, friendly, and available for any questions we had. A great week's holiday.
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"A cosy, well equipped cottage."
Bryan was very welcoming and had lots of local information to help us enjoy our short break.
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"Carn Cottage was great and so was Bryan, our host with the most!"
Bryan was most helpful with recommendations and suggestions. We love the area and hope to return to the cozy cottage next year!
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"Really enjoyed our stay at Carn cottage."
The cottage was lovely and cosy. Bryan the owner was very welcoming and friendly, he said we could phone or call if we needed anything. Bed was comfortable, open fire in living room which we lit one night making it even cosier. Lots to do in the area within a short drive. Would definitely recommend this property.
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"We stayed Nov 2022 - A wonderful place that is in a perfect location to visit the Dales, midway between Ingleton and Skipton."
The owner, Bryan, takes great pride in his cottage and everything is very clean and presented to a very good standard. The bathroom is especially fresh and modern with a roomy shower which gives a very good hot soak - perfect when returning from a walk in the cold outdoors. Thank you Bryan, we will be looking to return in the future - David & Jayne, Hull
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"Had a lovely stay at Carn Cottage."
The place was clean, cosy and well equipped. The location is good for exploring the beautiful Yorkshire Dales. The owner is on hand to ensure his guests have a great stay. Very helpful and informative. Parking space needs a bit of negotiation outside the cottage but you soon get used to it! We will definitely stay again.
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"Lovely stay at Carn Cottage."
It was cosy, clean, and comfortable, with everything we needed for a very enjoyable week. The cottage owner is super friendly and is always on hand to provide guidance to any newcomers to diners or sights to see around Long Preston. To future visitors, we highly recommend Ingleton Waterfalls Trail, it was tough terrain but absolutely worth the effort! Also, Betty's Tea Room in Harrogate does the best scones!
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"A comfortable property with a very knowledgeable and helpful owner."
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"Had a great stay at Carn cottage , lovely, cosy & very clean ."
Byran the owner , who lives next door was a great guy , very knowledgeable about the area and gave me some tips for eating out , and places to go . Such a top bloke I could have talked with him for hours . Mine was a walking holiday , so I was out most of the time , getting back late afternoon , so had a few meals at the maypole . The food was good old pub grub and didn't disappoint ( beef salad was fantastic) . Black sheep & landlord on pump ....great . Would definitely go back .
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"We had a lovely time at Carn Cottage It was lovely to see Bryan again."
Cottage was as we expected as this was our second stay at Carn Cottage. We enjoyed lots of walks in the area. Hope to go back again. Doreen and John
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"Very comfortable accommodation, well equipped."
Plenty of local information available. A very attentive host , ensuring our holiday went well.
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"This was our 2nd visit to carn cottage enjoyd our stay."
Bryan was the perfect host,and was there for us if we needed him.Robert and maureen.
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"This property is probably if not the best we've visited , everything about it is perfect, so convenient for everything."
The owner is so nice and helpful. Will definitely be back again .
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"Cottage is very well kept, clean, plenty of kitchenwear, comfortable beds, everything one could want."
A lot of care's put in by the owner (Mr. Hume) to make the cottage and your stay as comfortable as possible, as well as providing a great deal of information about local walks, attractions, restaurants / eateries / sandwich houses, both from speaking to Mr Hume in person and in a compiled folder. The town is very beautiful, and the cottage itself is located around 10 minutes from the train station and quite a bit less than that to the nearest bus stop. Mr. Hume's a very helpful and welcoming host, always happy to offer pointers and suggestions for visiting the local area.
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"Brian was very friendly and helpful with the layout of the Cottage, there was lots of information on local walks and eating places."
The Cottage was always warm with a reasonably sized bathroom. The Cottage was well placed for sightseeing by Car, Walking or Train .
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"Had a fantastic time over a long weekend."
The owner was supper friendly and highlighted all of the best areas for walking and eating. Would definitely go back again in the future.
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"We had a pleasant stay at Carn Cottage."
It was a cosy refuge in a dreary winter week, warm and welcoming. The addition of a Christmas tree and festive lights added to our enjoyment. Our host was attentive and the property was well tended and convenient.
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"Great location for the hills & nearby Settle."
Bryan the owner is lovely & welcoming. Would definitely stay again & recommend
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"A wonderful little cottage in a great location for seeing all there is to see in the Yorkshire Dales."
Very cosy and warm, very clean and providing everything necessary for a short stay. The outstanding part of staying here is the warm welcome from the owner Byan. He really goes out of his way to make sure you are comfortable and that you have everything you need, and really helps with settling into the property quickly so that you can get on with enjoying your holiday. More than a 5-star service, thank you Bryan! I really hope to be back soon!
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"Bryan is an amazing host, very knowledgeable of the area and eateries."
He has a wonderful, cosy clean and affordable cottage offering a good base for surrounding areas. More than enough room for a couple, very comfortable bed and a good shower. We would strongly recommend Carn Cottage for a base whilst in Yorkshire.
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"The property and host was probably the best we've ever had."
Looking forward to returning in the future
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"The kindness of Bryan, the owner, who lives next door."
Nothing was too much trouble. So kind and so polite. The cottage is well situated for lots of villages and towns and an ideal area for walkers. Bed extremely comfortable too.
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"Had a lovely holiday."
Bryan was a good host, very knowledgeable and helpful. Lovely area with very friendly locals.
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"We had a lovely stay at Carn Cottage."
It is a great location especially for visiting Settle and Skipton. The kitchen area was fully equipped. Lovely and comfortable bed. Bryan was very welcoming and is on hand if required. I would recommend a visit to Malham Cove.
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"We had an amazing time at Carn Cottage!"
Bryan was a great host and the cottage is perfectly equipped with anything a guest might need. The place was sparkling clean, the location is ideal and Bryan provided us with lots of information and advice about the area and nice places that we should visit. We strongly recommend Carn Cottage and we would like to thank Bryan for being such a lovely host. We will definitely come back!
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"The cottage had everything that was described in the listing and is in a great location to explore the Dales"
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"Wonderful little hideaway for my wife and I and our 1 year old son."
Great location and Bryan is an excellent host, always on hand if you need him as he is next door but the property is still very private. I have a large car and didn’t have any trouble parking, but it is quite tight so just need to take your time. We wouldn’t hesitate to return.
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"The Cottage was exactly what we had wanted."
It was clean, warm & well furnished. Bryan was a great host, literally next door if we needed anything and full of knowledge about the local area. We will definitely be coming back!
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"Brian the owner was very helpful and informative."
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"We loved this comfortable and cosy cottage in a great location."
Provided everything we needed for our week long break in the Yorkshire Dales. Owner Bryan who lived next door was wonderful. A helpful and friendly presence. Spent a great week exploring the Dales on foot mainly, as so many walks nearby or within a 30 minute drive. Also Long Preston station on iconic Carlisle Settle railway - great for a different car free day. Two really good evening meals at the Maypole Inn, short walk from cottage. Don’t miss a visit to the brilliant Courtyard Diary cheese shop and cafe near Settle.
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"If you are looking for a cozy, clean, quiet, romantic retreat away from it all, this is the place for you!"
The pictures do not do it justice. Carn cottage is very sweet and quaint, with ample cooking equipment to rustle up a delicious meal in the evenings. We stayed for new years and had a fantastic time. After Brian showed us how to start the traditional coal fire, he left us to it making sure that we knew where he was if we needed anything. The sitting room upstairs lends itself to a stunning view of the countryside and the bedroom downstairs is really comfortable and cozy. There is a folder in the cottage full of walks if you wish to explore and some games (including scrabble) if you want a fun night in. As for the local area, well there are two pubs in walking distance, 'The Maypole inn' and 'The Boars head' for meals and coffee if you do not fancy cooking, if you do, there is a well stocked local post office which sells fresh eggs, sausages, breakfast cereals amongst other things just along the road. For a more extensive shop, it is best to take a short drive to the co-op in Settle. We loved it here and will be returning.
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"The cottage was warm and comfortable."
It is ideally situated near lovely county towns and walks from the door. Bryan has provided excellent information about walks, the village and surrounding area all of which was really helpful. We will definitely use this cottage again!
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"The only small area of concern was the size of the designated parking area when, as I do, you drive a long estate car."
As we did not move the car for the whole week once we parked the car their was no real concern. Long Preston is a lovely village (large) with a gastro pub and a traditional pub both providing excellent food and a buzzing atmosphere.
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"The cottage is great value for money, cosy, warm and well equipped and the owner Bryan extremely friendly and helpful."
Perfect base for walking and exploring the beautiful countryside in this area.
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"We had a lovely four day break at Carn Cottage."
It met all our expectations and we found it very comfortable. Brian, our host, was very helpful and informative. The area is lovely and we were lucky with the weather. Although we are not walkers there was plenty to do and we went for several spectacular drives ithrough the Dales and the Forest of Bowland.
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"This cottage was lovely."
The owner, Bryan, came to meet us on our first day and gave us lots of useful, local knowledge, including information on how to avoid the busy road which the cottage was set just off. This was fantastic and right up to our last day we were still finding little lanes and alleys. The cottage had everything we needed and was very clean and cosy. The village had good bus links and train services, in fact in the week we were there we went out every day and only used the car once. The walks were amazing, again Bryan was able to give us some useful information so we could make the most of our time at the cottage. The Maypole Inn was great for a meal and the Boars Head very welcoming for a beer after walking. A lovely holiday, thank you.
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"The road through long Preston is very busy ."
You have to watch out when you walk in the pavement going to one of the pubs or the shop .the lane is narrow ,but we have a Nissan Are all and we could drive down and park at the house with no problems.Bryan the owner of the house is helpful about the area for walks and about things to visit .we had a great time with lots of things to do and see .malham is a good we village to visit and do the walks .both pubs in long Preston are good for a meal and a drink .we will probably return and stay at carn cottage sometime as everything is close and not a lot of driving .
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"Carn cottage is a delightful, cosy, well presented property."
The owner is friendly and very informative about the area. He is always available, but not intrusive. He was able to advise and inform us about local walks, places of interest, tea rooms and dining options. The Maypole pub nearby serves delicious meals at a reasonable price. We really enjoyed our stay there and would highly recommend this lovely cottage.
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"Lovely holiday, good place to stay!"
Next to a very loud and busy road which isn’t ideal if wanting to be in the garden. Cannot hear the road when in the house with door closed. Other than that, an absolutely lovely place to stay!
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"Carn Cottage is the perfect base for a break in the Dales."
It was exactly as listed. Bryan is an excellent host, and although I don't think we troubled him too much, we got the impression that nothing would be too much trouble. A lovely Irishman with a twinkle in his eye !! Would definitely re-visit.
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"Bryan, the owner living next door, was extremely helpful."
I had a very positive experience as did others judging by the comments book.
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"The cottage was a delight."
The fairy lights and the tea lights were a lovely touch ( I love both), and Bryan - a charming and thoughtful host -supplied us with extra tea lights when I asked for more. This trip was my present to my partner for his 60th birthday, and it was definitely money well spent. A cosy, comfortable place to call 'home while on holiday.
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"Good cottage with very friendly host."
Bryan lives next door if you need any help . In a good location with walks from the doorstep.
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"Warm, comfortable, clean cottage with everything we required and a friendly and knowledgeable (but not intrusive) owner."
Long Preston - while not on the tourist trail itself - is a very pleasant village (two pubs serving food; one corner shop providing basic essentials such as bread and milk as well as acting as the post office) that served as an excellent base for exploring the south west side of the Yorkshire Dales. Lots to see and do (e.g. the market town of Settle, Ingleborough caves, Skipton Castle, Ingleton waterfall trail, Settle - Carlisle Railway over the Ribblehead Viaduct, etc. as well as innumerable walks) all within a 25 minute drive from the cottage and enabling the visitor to have as relaxing or strenuous a holiday as desired. Parking directly outside the cottage would be a bit tricky if you have a car any bigger than a Ford Focus-sized vehicle (we don't, so not a problem for us).
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"The owner gave us a very pleasant welcome, and useful advice on walks and places to eat."
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"Quirky cottage with real fire and all you need for a lovely country break"
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"Friendly owner who takes pride in his property and provides lots of information about the locality."
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"Bryan is a brilliant host - friendly, generous and kind."
Carn Cottage is also first-class accommodation. We had the perfect weekend break.
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"Fabulous welcome by the owner"
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"We very much enjoyed our stay in Carn Cottage, the location is ideal for exploring the many natural attractions in the area, which we did."
The train station is very handy to travel on the wonderful line from Skipton to Carlisle. Bryan the owner was very helpful and knowledgeable about the area. The cottage had everything that we needed and was comfortable and clean.
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"Description of Carn Cottage was very accurate."
We didn't find A65 road noise an issue. Brian was a great host. We enjoyed walks from door. We used train to get to Skipton for market day. Also used train to get to Horton-in-Ribblesdale to walk up Pen-y-ghent. Lovely walk at Malham including climbing a waterfall! So much we haven't done that we would love to go back. Enjoyed meals at Boars Head pub. Local shop was very well stocked.
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"We were met by Bryan the owner who showed us around the cottage personally."
He was very helpful in recommending places to eat and local walks to do. The property itself was ideal for 2 people who want to get away for a peaceful break. The main road (A65) is very busy and some noise can be heard but it did not bother us. There are a couple of pubs in the village which do food and I can recommend the Maypole who do a lovely Sunday lunch. The other meals on the menu are also very good and can be recommended. There are numerous walks which can be done from the doorstep or within a short drive. The Settle to Carlisle railway runs passed the cottage but journeys must be booked in advance. I can recommend the area for a peaceful and relaxing break. We will definitely return and explore the area even more.
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"Bryan who owns the cottage is a very knowledgable man of the area, and anything you need to know he will help you with."
Would highly recommend this little gem of a cottage. The walks are beautiful and local buses are great if you don’t want to drive.
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"Cottage was in a very good location for touring the whole of the Southern region of the Yorkshire Dales."
For a 2 person cottage the cottage was spacious and very comfortable. It was also very well equipped with everything necessary for our stay. The owner was a charming and amiable person - very helpful and with a good local knowledge. I would recommend this cottage to anyone looking for a break in the Yorkshire Dales. We had been warned that the cottage was close to the A65 and that there was some road noise - but after a day or two we stopped noticing it... with the doors and windows being well insulated it was barely audible. A great holiday !!!
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"Brilliant host Bryan"
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"A comfortable clean cottage in a good location for walking in the Dales."
The landlord was helpful and made us very welcome.
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"We had a great time at Carn Cottage."
A cosy and comfortable place to stay. Bryan is a great host, very welcoming and a lovely guy. It’s a centrally placed cottage, in walking distance of a small shop and a couple of pubs in Long Preston. We would definitely recommend a stay here and would like to return again soon! Thank you!
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"This was our first cottage holiday and we were very pleased with the cottage."
Bryan, the owner was very helpful with all information about the cottage and the area. The cottage itself was lovely with everything you could need on holiday and in a great position with some lovely views across the countryside. The Dales are stunning and there are some great pubs all over the area. We were even lucky with the weather for the end of March, most of the days were sunny. All in all, it was a brilliant holiday in a lovely cottage and we would not hesitate to recommend this cottage to anyone.
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"The cottage was in the right position for exploring the Yorkshire Dales."
The holiday came up to our expectations. The owner was very helpful.
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"The owner was extremely helpful and keen to make us feel comfortable."
Lovely walks from the accommodation door. Very comfortable house and good facilities.
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"Great little cottage."
Owner extremely helpful and will give you advice on walks and learning local amenities. No washing facilities which I know it doesn't have, but if you are staying for a week it would have been nice to be able to wash the towels provided. Mattress on bed was uncomfortable and unfortunately we suffered from backache but it may be ok for other people. Parking was tight at the side of the cottage if you have a large car. However the lane which is a single track lane didn't appear to have much traffic. Enjoyed meals at the local pub where all staff and regulars were very friendly. Great base for exploring the area and you can even do a short 2 mile walk around the village.
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"Owner is a lovely helpful man, nothing was too much trouble, excellent cottage."
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"The cottage was of a very high standed and the owner Brian was a pleasure to meet."
The location for walking is exceptional just walk out the door in any direction and your off. Would definitely stay here again if was in the area.
Summary
- One spacious ground floor double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, accessed from 1st floor living area via an open staircase
- First floor open plan living area with fitted kitchen, dining area and sitting area with open fire.
- Gas central heating with open fire in living area
- Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge and freezer, TV with Freeview, DVD, stereo/CD, WiFi, books and games
- Fuel, power and starter pack for open fire inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Cot and highchair on request
- Off road parking for one car next to the cottage, additional off road parking available
- Secure bike shelter
- Garden with furniture
- Sorry, no pets and no smoking
- Shops, pubs and village green 5 mins walk
- Note: This property is accessed by external stone steps to the garden and then by door into the first floor living room
- Note: Cottage is approx
- 40m from A65, some road noise may be heard when in the garden. Note: The owner supplies a tree and decorations for the festive period.
The property
A delightful semi-detached stone-built Dales cottage, offering charming upside down accommodation on a quiet lane in the peaceful village of Long Preston.
This cosy Dales village cottage offers outstanding views of the surrounding countryside, and is set in the Yorkshire Dales National Park.
This Long Preston cottage is comfortably furnished and retains many defining features of a Dales cottage, such as an open fire.
Outside the French doors is a furnished patio leading to a generously-sized lawned garden.
There are many pleasant walks from the doorstep of this Long Preston cottage, and the area provides outstanding opportunities for cycling and mountain biking, while access to the Settle to Carlisle Railway is just 0.5 miles away.
The local village pub, serves fine ales and good food, is just a five minute walk away and the railway station is just seven minutes.
Malham Cove/Tarn, Janet's Foss and Gardale Scar are all within four miles drive, or they can be easily reached on foot, and nearby attractions include a specialist award winning cheese shop, the four-day market at Skipton, Skipton Castle, the Three Peaks and the Settle to Carlisle Railway line.
With the Dales and the Lakes both within easy touring distance, this Long Preston cottage makes a superb holiday destination, any time of the year.
About the location
LONG PRESTON
Settle 4 miles; Malham 4 miles; Skipton 12 miles.
Long Preston is an attractive Yorkshire Dales village in Ribblesdale, twelve miles from Skipton (popularly known as the 'Gateway to the Dales'), four miles from Settle. To the north, the landscape rises to the fells, moors and picturesque valleys of the Dales; to the south are the wetlands of the Ribble Valley which, in turn, sweep upward to the magnificent wilderness of Bowland. The village benefits from several large, tree lined, village greens, with footpaths leading direct to the surrounding hills, and it also boasts two excellent pubs with first rate cuisine. The railway station on the edge of the village provides access to the famous Settle-Carlisle Railway line which crosses some of the most beautiful and inspiring upland scenery in the country. Nearby Settle is a bustling market town with a weekly market, the centre being dominated by the Shambles, an historic 3-storey building with shops on two levels and houses above, and the Town Hall. There is a good selection of restaurants and pubs and a public swimming pool.
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute