Ashknott Cottage, Main Street, Kirkby Malzeard, Yorkshire ,England (The Yorkshire Dales, Harrogate, Ripon, North Yorkshire, Thirsk, Masham, York, Richmond, Leyburn, Middleham, Nidderdale, Yorkshire, Bedale, Whitby, West Tanfield, Pateley Bridge)

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Ashknott Cottage

Ashknott Cottage, Main Street, Kirkby Malzeard, Yorkshire, England

In a quintessential Dales village, where pretty farmworkers' cottages march up the high street, is a beautifully looked-after two-up two-down. Smart paintwork on the soft green front door, bushes and plants at the front, a little gravelled yard - a suntrap! - at the back. Sarah, warm and friendly, meets and greets, lights the wood-burner, prepares freshly ground coffee and local cake... her background is in local tourism (she lives in Harrogate) so make the most of her knowledge. The sitting room is immediately through the front door, with deep red and cream walls, beams and wood-burning stove, soft sofas, books, games, magazines and CDs: wonderfully cosy on a wild Yorkshire night. The kitchen is a good size, open plan, with Venetian blinds and pretty Shaker-style cupboards; extras include a bottle of wine and two of real ale, organic doggie treats and recipe books for cooks. Coir-clad stairs invite you up to a pretty, cream-painted bed and a super bathroom, soft towels and plump pillows - as fresh and as lovely as all the rest. You don't have to have a dog to stay here but as far as walkies goes, this is dog heaven, with Nidderdale unfolding all around you, and a circular sprint round the village before bedtime. (Note: no dogs upstairs!).

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Posted: Wednesday, September 1, 2010

Escape to the Yorkshire Dales this Autumn

Recently chosen by Alastair Sawdays Special Escapes team as one of Britain's 20 best hideaway cottages for two. During October and November we have many dates available for you to enjoy. For more info on our short break special offers, then please click on the link to our own website. We look forward to welcoming you to Nidderdale very soon!

This information has been provided by the owner or management of Ashknott Cottage and is not verified or endorsed by ASP.

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Ashknott Cottage

Contact: Sarah Manby

Tel: +44 (0)1423 545787
Sleeps: 2
Rooms: 1 double; bathroom.
Price: £295 – £450. We offer relaxing short breaks from £250 all year round
Closed: Never.

Credit cards accepted; most commonly Visa and Mastercard.

Within 10 miles of a bus/coach/train station and owner can arrange collection.

Well-trained pets are accepted and may sleep in your room (not on the bed). Check when booking.

Wireless internet access available for guests.

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Dishwasher
Electricity included
Washing machine
Microwave oven
Central heating
Mobile reception
Television
BBQ
Beach within 3 miles
Cooked meals available
Restaurant nearby
Short breaks possible
Extra bed/cot available
Shop within 3 miles

Points of interest

Kirkby Malzeard - great friendly lower Dales village, real ale pubs, award winning butcher, situated in Nidderdale, an area of outstanding natural beauty
Ten minutes drive to the Wensleydale market town of Masham - famous for the Black Sheep Brewery, Theakstons Brewery and local independent arts and crafts
Explore Hackfall Woods, just five minutes away and enjoy the waterfalls and follies, managed by the Woodland Trust
Spend sometime in the Spa town of Harrogate, just 20 minutes away, enjoy tea at Bettys, a stroll around RHS Harlow Carr or a session at the Turkish Baths
Just a ten minute drive to Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal owned by the National Trust - beautiful World Heritage Site
Great base to explore the stunning Yorkshire Dales from, real home from home, complimentary goodies upon arrival, WiFi internet access & dog friendly too!

This information is provided by owners and is not endorsed by ASP. If you have questions about it, please contact the owners.

18th century beamed country cottage, perfect home from home to explore the Yorkshire Dales from!

Relax in Egyptian Cotton White Sheets from the White Company

Kick back, light the log burner, enjoy a glass, watch your favourite DVD !

Unwind in the roll top bath with complimentary toiletries from Molton Brown

Photo captions have been written by the owner or management of Ashknott Cottage and are not verified or endorsed by ASP.

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: Children of all ages are welcome. Cots, highchairs, etc, are not necessarily available.
: Guests’ pets can sleep in the bedroom (not on the bed).
: Working farm or vineyard.
: Wireless internet access available for guests.
: No smoking anywhere in the property.
: At least one bedroom and bathroom accessible for wheelchair users. Phone for details.
: Tennis court on the premises; use may be by arrangement.
: Credit cards accepted, most commonly Visa and MasterCard.
: Bikes on the premises to hire or borrow.
: Swimming pool on the premises; use may be by arrangement.
: Within 10 miles of a bus/coach/train station and owner can arrange collection.
: At least one bedroom and bathroom accessible without steps.