Cowstonegill in West Burton | Stunning Yorkshire Group Cottage

About Cowstonegill

Cowstonegill is a magnificent detached listed farmhouse sleeping seven guests in North Yorkshire. Set within seventeen acres of private grounds in the Walden Valley near West Burton, this property offers groups an exceptional retreat. Four bedrooms provide flexible sleeping arrangements whilst the separate games barn with table tennis and table football keeps everyone entertained.

The Walden Valley location delivers absolute peace. Rolling countryside surrounds the property. A babbling brook runs through the grounds. West Burton village sits three miles away.

The farmhouse contains four bedrooms: two kingsize doubles, one twin and one single. Two bathrooms serve the group. The modern kitchen features a range cooker and dining area. A sitting room with woodburning stove provides cosy evenings. Underfloor heating warms the ground floor. Off-road parking accommodates four vehicles. The enclosed lawned garden includes a gas barbecue.

Aysgarth Falls lies just one mile away (5 minutes). West Burton village offers shops and pubs at three miles (8 minutes). Leyburn provides market town amenities seven miles distant (15 minutes). Hawes sits ten miles away (20 minutes).

This property suits groups seeking countryside seclusion. The extensive grounds and games barn make Cowstonegill perfect for families. Book now for an authentic Yorkshire Dales experience.

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Need To Know

✓Oil central heating with underfloor heating on the ground floor and woodburning stove and open fire
✓Range cooker with gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, smart tv, dvd player, cd player, and wifi
✓Fuel, power and starter pack for fires included in rent
✓Bed linen included in rent please note towels are not included
✓Cot and highchair available
✓Payphone (limited mobile signal)
✓Large enclosed lawned garden with bbq
✓Separate barn with table tennis, table football and dart board
✓Off road parking for four cars
✓Sorry, no pets and no smoking
✓Shop and pub 3 miles
✓Note: the property is accessed via a 250 yard private unmetalled road, shared with farm

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at Cowstonegill

Extensive Private Grounds

Seventeen acres of private land with a babbling brook provide endless exploration opportunities for all ages.

Games Barn Entertainment

Separate barn equipped with table tennis, table football and dart board keeps groups entertained whatever the weather.

Exceptionally Well-Equipped Kitchen

Range cooker, dishwasher and comprehensive utensils make catering for larger groups straightforward and enjoyable throughout your stay.

Peaceful Secluded Location

Remote valley setting with no nearby traffic delivers complete tranquillity whilst remaining accessible to Yorkshire Dales attractions.

Underfloor Heating Comfort

Ground floor underfloor heating plus woodburning stove creates a cosy atmosphere perfect for returning after countryside walks.

Walks From The Door

Direct access to footpaths and the property's own grounds means groups can start exploring immediately without driving.

Getting To Cowstonegill

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Cowstonegill by car, take the A684 through Wensleydale and turn off towards West Burton. Follow signs to Walden Valley. The farmhouse is accessed via a 250-yard private unmetalled track. Four off-road parking spaces await your arrival.

By Train

For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Northallerton, approximately 25 miles away. From there, a taxi journey takes you through stunning Dales scenery to your countryside retreat.

Off-road parking for four cars

Northallerton station (25 miles)

Accessed via private track from Walden Valley

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Bolton Castle

Distance: 8.1 miles (12 min drive)

DL8 4ET

The Forbidden Corner

Distance: 10.8 miles (18 min drive)

DL8 4TJ

Middleham Castle

Distance: 11.9 miles (18 min drive)

DL8 4QL

Walden Meadows

Distance: 0.1 miles (2 min walk)

DL8 4LE

Lady Anne's Way

Distance: 9.9 miles (13 min drive)

Addlebrough

Distance: 10.9 miles (16 min drive)

DL8 3DN

West Burton Village Shop

Distance: 2.8 miles (4 min drive)

DL8 4JL

WS Hartle

Distance: 2.8 miles (4 min drive)

DL8 4JN

Yore Mill Craft Shop

Distance: 4.4 miles (7 min drive)

DL8 3SR

Garsdale Station

Distance: 19.9 miles (29 min drive)

LA10 5PP

Dent Station

Distance: 23.5 miles (33 min drive)

LA10 5RF

Leeds Bradford Airport

Distance: 46.9 miles (1 hr 12 min drive)

LS19 7TU

Bolton Castle

Distance: 8.1 miles (12 min drive)

DL8 4ET

The Forbidden Corner

Distance: 10.8 miles (18 min drive)

DL8 4TJ

Middleham Castle

Distance: 11.9 miles (18 min drive)

DL8 4QL

Walden Meadows

Distance: 0.1 miles (2 min walk)

DL8 4LE

Lady Anne's Way

Distance: 9.9 miles (13 min drive)

Addlebrough

Distance: 10.9 miles (16 min drive)

DL8 3DN

West Burton Village Shop

Distance: 2.8 miles (4 min drive)

DL8 4JL

WS Hartle

Distance: 2.8 miles (4 min drive)

DL8 4JN

Yore Mill Craft Shop

Distance: 4.4 miles (7 min drive)

DL8 3SR

Garsdale Station

Distance: 19.9 miles (29 min drive)

LA10 5PP

Dent Station

Distance: 23.5 miles (33 min drive)

LA10 5RF

Leeds Bradford Airport

Distance: 46.9 miles (1 hr 12 min drive)

LS19 7TU

Is Cowstonegill Right For Your Group

Discover why this cottage is the one for your party or family reunion...

For Families

Children love exploring the seventeen acres of private grounds with the babbling brook providing natural entertainment. The games barn offers table tennis and table football for rainy days. The enclosed lawned garden provides safe outdoor space. Walks along Walden Beck start from the property. A travel cot and highchair are provided. West Burton village sits three miles away with its broad village green perfect for playing.

Groups Will Love...

The separate games barn stands as the property's star group feature. Table tennis tournaments, table football competitions and dart board challenges keep everyone entertained. This dedicated space means games continue without disturbing those relaxing in the farmhouse. The barn also provides excellent storage for bikes and outdoor equipment. Groups particularly value this additional social space during evening entertainment or poor weather.

Pet Friendly

Cowstonegill does not accept pets. The owners maintain a strict no-pets policy for all bookings throughout the year. This policy applies to all animals including assistance dogs. Guests seeking pet-friendly accommodation in the Yorkshire Dales should consider alternative properties. The neighbouring farm operates with livestock which influences this policy. The property remains spotlessly maintained for guests with allergies.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Cowstonegill

The Fox and Hounds

Located 3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DL8 4JY

The Wensleydale Heifer

Located 3.5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DL8 4TN

The Cover Bridge Inn

Located 6 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DL8 4TJ

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Cowstonegill

Is Cowstonegill pet friendly?

No, pets are not permitted at this property. The owners maintain a strict no-pets policy for all bookings.

How many people does Cowstonegill sleep?

The farmhouse sleeps seven guests across four bedrooms: two kingsize doubles, one twin and one single. Two bathrooms serve all guests.

What cooking facilities are available?

The kitchen features a range cooker with gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and comprehensive cooking equipment. The dining area seats seven comfortably.

Is there mobile phone signal at the property?

Mobile signal is extremely limited due to the remote valley location. A payphone is provided in the farmhouse for essential calls.

What entertainment is available for groups?

A separate games barn contains table tennis, table football and a dart board. The sitting room has a Smart TV, DVD player and CD player.

How do we access the property?

Access is via a 250-yard private unmetalled track shared with the neighbouring farm. Four off-road parking spaces are available at the property.

What heating does the property have?

The ground floor has underfloor heating throughout. Upstairs rooms have radiators with oil central heating, plus a woodburning stove in the sitting room.

Are there shops nearby?

West Burton village is three miles away and has a well-stocked village shop and pub. Leyburn, seven miles distant, offers supermarkets and wider shopping facilities.

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Cowstonegill Reviews

Nicholas

Wonderful well kept property in a wonderful location, looking forward to returning in 2027

An excellent place to stay. Facilities to an extremely high standard and we wanted for nothing Thankyou

Nicholas

Absolutely fantastic,cant fault the property or location at all. Will look forward to rebooking our return trip to Cowstonegill.

A delightful cottage in a special place

Lovely house which was clean and well equipped with stunning views. Some mattresses were a bit yoo soft and need thicker curtains as very bright.

Nicholas

I couldnt fault the cottage or location

Cowstonegill is the best property we have stayed in during the last 15 years and the only one we have visited more than once three times now. For those seeking peace and quiet, comfort and cleanliness it is perfect. If you like walking or hiking you can go right from the front door whilst also being situated in the middle of the dales for alternative routes. Hope we'll be back again one day!

Ronnie

Fantastic property in the middle of the most beautiful countryside. It was lovely, warm and cosy and we didn't want to leave.

Very peaceful. If you want to get away from it all this is the place. Maybe more mention should be made about the roughness of the approach from the road to the cottage.

Stunning location. Very well equipped house. Spacious and comfortable

The property was immaculate. Very clean and very comfortable. We would all like to have stayed forever. The drive over single track and unmade track was very easy in our 4x4. In reasonable weather any car could do it. The village of West Burton has a little store with emergency supplies and the pub is very jolly. Both Leyburn and Hawes are easy to reach and a short drive every day takes you to wonderful Dales scenery. Reasonable mobility is required in the Dales if you want to avoid daily driving. Plan your days so as not to waste your time. Check events and market days around, its worth it if you get to attend the Muker show or the lovely market in Hawes. Some waterfalls in the area are spectacular if there has been a fair amount of rain. If youre fit, go over to Cotterdale and park before the bridge. A lovely stroll through the village and over the wooden bridge at the end will take you to the track that leads up Great Shunner Fell. Take some food and enjoy a day at the top of the Fells. Wonderful house, wonderful location and the owners have stretched themselves to cater for your every need. You will just love it.

Pieter

This is a wonderful holiday property. It is very spacious, with ample outdoor space and accessible land around it. There are good walking opportunities directly from the property. We found it clean and tidy, with all the facilities we needed it is well kitted out for selfcatering. Also, the way the house & garden is set up, it provides good shelter from any weather coming in from the west.

Would be nice if there was some milk for tea or coffees after along journey

Nicholas

A perfect cottage in a perfect setting,really looking forward to planning our next trip to Cowstonegill.

A beautiful cottage, spotlessly clean, well equipped and very comfortable. The location is remote which is what we wanted, surrounded only by farms and stunning scenery. Would love to return and wouldn't hesitate to recommend this cottage.

Graham

Fabulous location. Remote, peaceful. Dramatic setting. Very comfortable and spacious accommodation. Beautifully renovated. Only reservation would be to emphasise that the approach road is long and the track down to the cottage could be compromised by snowice. Just a caution that access could be difficult at times. Be prepared and stock up if cold weather is forecast. Would not want to attempt the valley road with black ice on the road. Underfloor heating downstairs is superb and makes the cottage very cosy. The private glan alongside the cottage is a joy to walk and our two grandsons had a wonderful time scrambling around there. The barn is excellent not only as a games area but, in our case, as a bike storage facility. There are some lovely walks and Mountain Bike trails within easy reach and the village of West Burton is delightful, with an excellent village shop and pub. From the village, it's an easy run either way along Wensleydale to Hawes Leyburn. Don't miss Campbells of Leyburn our favourite place to stock up for Christmas meat & vegetables. Simply wonderful selection. The only improvements we would recommend would be a An outside tap and hosepipe for washing bikes and boots. b Change single duvets for doubles. Single duvets are OK for kids, but not for adults. c A larger fridge would be great for larger parties.

Alison

The cottage was located in quiet rural surroundings with spectacular views of the Dale. The accommodation was extremely comfortable and the well equipped kitchen was one of the best we have stayed in! The wood burner was put to good use, making the lounge very cosy. A great base for walking and exploring beautiful Wensleydale! There is now WiFi in the house which is a bonus. A big thank you to the owners for all they provide. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

A little more isolated than we were expecting, but that definitely turned out to be a plus point. We used the cottage as a base for our extended family with a view to visiting relatives living in the area and taking the grandchildren to their favourite fun spots. That said, I could easily have spent the whole stay enjoying the peace and solitude of the cottage and grounds.

Beautiful cottage, well maintained, fully equipped, and comfortable. Lovely Christmasnew year treats to greet us, thank you. Wonderful views from the cottage. Great away from it all place to stay with lovely walks on your doorstep. Highly recommend.

Absolutely spot on. Not a bad word to say. Would definitely book again.

Comfortable farmhouse in a beautiful peaceful location

Laurie

Hi. We had a absolutely fantastic time staying at your beautiful cottage. No negatives to be given at all. 100 perfect Would love to come again in the future BIG thanks

The track to the cottage takes a bit of negotiating and if you have a heavily laden or low car beware of the cattle grid as it sticks up and catches the bottom of the car. Also dont forget to take milk tea and coffee, as its quite a distance to the nearest shop. The property is next to a farm, so be prepared for some farmyard odours. The house is lovely, and the views are amazing. If you are a stargazer it is perfect, totally dark skies make for some fantastic views. We were visited by plenty of wildlife, pheasants were in the garden every day, and a weasel appeared occasionally. Don't miss the falls in the village, the children loved it there.

Alison

Incredibly beautiful property. It felt very special and private. Very kid friendly inside and in the garden as it is enclosed by a wall. Highchair and travel cot were provided but I would recommend bringing your own travel cot if possible as the one provided is very old and unsturdy. I would recommend the owners obtain a new one. We wish towels and bath mats would have been provided as it would have made the stay more convenient. We will definitely come back, very cozy stay. I would recommended hiking down along the river as its gorgeous scenery and wildlife.

Beautiful cottage in a lovely quiet setting, in great condition, properly and lovingly maintained and deserves respect accordingly. Lots of walks locally and indoor entertainment for families in bad weather. Plenty of appliances, we were very well catered for, with nothing left out. Local tradespeople were very helpful and friendly too. We very much appreciated our stay, and look forward to being able to stay again at some point soon.

Situated in a beautiful setting, Cowstonegill was perfect for a 3 generation family holiday. The house was cosy and warm underfloor heating was a lovely surprise in not the best of weather and bedrooms, living space etc were very comfortable. The kitchen was exceptionally well equipped everything you could possibly want and we spent a lot of time sitting round the kitchen table as it was so homely. The garden was very child proof and our 3 year old granddaughter loved playing out on the extensive lawn area. One word of warning there were no phone signal or WiFi which may not be suitable for all it didnt worry us. There is a landline phone in the farmhouse. I would thoroughly recommend this property for anyone looking for somewhere off grid. The village of West Birton is within easy reach and Leyburn is a short drive away.

The setting is idyllic and the house was a haven of peace for us all after the hustle and bustle leading upto Christmas. We could have reduced our packing by at least a half as everything was already there waiting for us. Such a well equipped property!

This is a well kitted out cottage in lovely countryside.

Christopher

This is a well kitted out cottage in lovely countryside.

We had a lovely time at Cowstonegill, it's a lovely comfortable house with everything we needed in fantastic surroundings. So peaceful, walks from the door, wonderful stream to play in, delightful.

Matthew

We had a wonderful stay in this glorious cottage and would love to come again. The setting is superb and wonderfully peaceful, the cottage is comfortable, wellappointed and full of character.

Lovely cottage in a grea tocation. Walks from the door and in wonderful setting with gentle strolls to the river within the grounds. Weather was great all week. No internet or phone signal makes it even more relaxing. Well appointed and feels like a family home. The wine, chocolates and welcome post card were much appreciated. Hopefully we will return.

Richmond

We have stayed at cowstonegill many times and are always satisfied with this property , however on looking to book the property in 2022 we were shocked to find how much you have increased your prices and feel you are like many companies taking advantage of the current situation re covid 19 ,i can not see any reason for this great price increase .

This is a lovely cottage in the middle of the Yorkshire Dales. It ticked all our boxes in terms of solitude and peace and quiet. The view of the valley is amazing and we particularly loved walking around the grounds everyday, especially after it had rained and the beck and gill were in full flow. We walked to West Burton most days a slightly different route each time, and again the views are great. I understand that there are plenty of other walks in and around the valley but we didnt want to travel too far. The kitchen and lounge were cosy and our bed comfy so we were able to fully relax. We even enjoyed a few games of table tennis! We hope to stay here again in the future, maybe with a few friends next time.

Beautiful spacious house in a remote, charming valley, with stunning views across the valley from all the front windows. The house is very old but modernised to a high standard. It is well equipped, with a full range of kitchen utensils. The weather was chilly but the house was warm and cosy, with underfloor heating on the ground floor and radiators upstairs. The extensive private grounds follow a rushing stream down a steep valley side to an extensive stretch of Walden Beck. Great for exploring with the kids. We walked the Walden valley, and explored further afield by car the scenery is just breathtaking. There is no WiFi! There is no mobile signal in or near the house! Important to know, but in the end we came to consider this a plus point for a proper getawayfromitall location. There is a landline payphone and we were able to make use of this.

Just back from a wonderful week at Cowstonegill House. The house was very warm with lovely underfloor heating which was very welcome on returning from a day out. The kitchen is well equipped and the washerdryer is very a very helpful addition for wet muddy clothes. The views are gorgeous even when the rain is coming down the valley.

Very comfortable,warm and lots of room. Well laid out accommodation. Good information about location and directions.Very well equipped. Wonderful area. Nice welcome from the owners who were very helpful.

Cowstonegill was an ideal getaway for the family. Greatly enjoyed the outdoor space, table tennis, access to the river, exceptionally well equipped kitchen, excellent barbecue recommend the village butcher. The owners have been really helpful, and we've booked again for next year already.

This was probably the most enjoyable UK holiday I have had with my family. Literally within 10 minutes of arriving we said we will be back. A really exceptional cottage and location. If you want a break from everything this is the place to go.

Wonderful location. Lovely cottage in the tradional style. Everything we could ask for.

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Cowstonegill, West Burton

About Cowstonegill

Need To Know

More Group Cottages You May Like

What Guests Love

Extensive Private Grounds

Games Barn Entertainment

Exceptionally Well-Equipped Kitchen

Peaceful Secluded Location

Underfloor Heating Comfort

Walks From The Door

Getting To Cowstonegill

By Car

By Train

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Is Cowstonegill Right For Your Group

For Families

Groups Will Love...

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

The Fox and Hounds

The Wensleydale Heifer

The Cover Bridge Inn

Frequently Asked Questions

Location Name

Popular Stays Near This Cottage

Cowstonegill Reviews