Grassington 3.7 miles. The Old Cobblers is nestled in the picturesque countryside of the Yorkshire Dales National Park in the quaint village of Burnsall near Grassington. This beautifully-presented stone-fronted cottage seamlessly blends original character features, including exposed wooden beams and feature fireplace, with sleek appliances and a bright, airy and neutral décor; all adding to the tranquillity of the cottage. The cottage boasts a woodburning stove, private, enclosed courtyard with Yorkshire stone seating areas, garden furniture and barbeque, and on-street parking and welcomes up to four guests in two well-appointed bedrooms and one canine companion, making it the perfect setting for a memorable family retreat to the countryside. After a busy day meandering through the Yorkshire dales, snuggle up on either of the plush sofas while the TV plays and the woodburning stove warms the room creating a homely ambience; stay snuggled up here with the kids while your partner rustles up a tasty meal in the kitchen which is fitted with Bosch appliances and is home to everything you will need for your self-catered stay. Enjoy this meal as a family at the dining table, before heading into the courtyard to soak up the last of the sun with a glass of wine in hand. When the evening draws to a close, dive into a fun twin room, it’ll feel just like a sleepover! Or retire to the super-king-size room for some well-earned rest and rejuvenation; both rooms are furnished with ample storage for your belongings and are serviced by a sleek shower room. The Old Cobblers is located just a short walk away from an award-winning pub which serves excellent food and real ales, the perfect place for the nights you don’t fancy cooking! The village of Grassington is also nearby and is home to an array of shops, pubs and even hosts a monthly farmers market; here you can also explore the River Wharfe and the many wild swimming opportunities it affords. Keen ramblers will also want to traverse the many scenic valley walks including the Dales Way which allows guests to admire panoramic views of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, some of these trails lead to Janet’s Foss, Gordale Scar and Malham Cove, an impressive geological phenomenon. Skipton is also a short scenic drive from the cottage and is often referred to as ‘the gateway to the Dales’, enjoy immersing yourself in local history at Skipton Castle and riding Embasy to Bolton Abbey Steam Railway. The Old Cobblers is the perfect base for those looking to unlock the multitude of secrets and activities of the Yorkshire Dales.

Grassington is one of the most charming villages in the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Traditional stone cottages and shops are clustered around the cobbled market place, offering exceptional shopping facilities for a village of this size, with a monthly farmer’s market offering a mouthwatering range of organic and homemade local produce. Situated on the River Wharfe, with the extensive Grass Woods to the north of the village, this is a superb walking area. Down dale is Bolton Abbey with the Abbey ruins, the Priory and the famous “Strid Walk”. A little further is the elegant town of Ilkley, overlooked by the famous Ilkley Moor. Up dale are Kettlewell and Buckden boasting spectacularly beautiful limestone scenery. With many other beauty spots scattered throughout Wharfedale, Grassington provides a great base for exploring the local area and all that the Dales have to offer, with Brontë Country and York also being within easy motoring distance.

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