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| Parking | in car park | Garden | courtyard |
|---|---|---|---|
| Short breaks | From £185 | Price band | C - view details |
| 2 person discount | No | Fire/Woodburner | No |
| Smoking | No | Internet access | Yes |
Nestling in a quiet backwater close to the river in the centre of Hawes, Little Bower ensures the perfect retreat for a quiet and relaxing break, yet close to all amenities. The lounge is cosy and welcoming with the benefit of an electric stove effect fire, flat screen TV with DVD and broadband connection for those wishing to use their laptops. There is also a digital radio with ipod docking station. The cottage overlooks a quiet, sunny courtyard and enjoys the benefit of a bistro table and chairs to the front.
A short stroll leads into the heart of the village over the cobbled streets where a good selection of shops including antiques and craft workshops, pubs and tea rooms await, Hawes is a bustling market town with stalls lining the main street each Tuesday and where locals and tourists purchase essentials and gifts. Situated in the heart of Wensleydale, Hawes is home to the Wensleydale Creamery which offers a wide variety of local cheese, a viewing gallery, tea and gift shop. The Dales Countryside Museum, a working pottery and a traditional Ropemakers are also in the village.
The area is surrounded by beautiful countryside and ensures a perfect base for the outdoor enthusiast with an abundance of footpath walks, hikes and cycle ways throughout the Yorkshire Dales National Park. From Hawes the villages of Askrigg, with its James Herriot connections, and Aysgarth, complete with National Park visitor centre and waterfall walks are easily accessible and well worth a visit. For those who enjoy shopping, the market towns of Leyburn and Richmond each have a lot to offer
Read more about Little BowerProperty has electric storage heaters and comprises:
Lounge/Dining/Kitchen: With electric stove effect fire, flat screen TV, DVD, broadband connection, digital radio and ipod docking station. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge with ice box and washer/dryer.
Bedroom: With double bed, TV/DVD and electric heater, with wardrobe over the stairs
Bathroom: With shower over the bath, WC, wash basin, shaver point and extractor fan.
All fuel, power, bed linen and towels included. Travel cot and high chair available.
Courtyard to front with bistro table and chairs. Up to 2 medium sized dogs welcome. Parking in the town or car park opposite.
Please note there is an Access Statement available for this property. If required please call 01228 406701.
| Nearest town | Hawes | Shops | 300 Yards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance | Central | Restaurant | 300 Yards |
| Nearest railway station | Garsdale | Pub | 300 Yards |
| Distance | 6 Miles | Beach |
Wensleydale and the surrounding areas provide an excellent base for the great outdoors, with plenty of wonderful walking and cycling opportunities.
Explore the beautiful surrounding countryside, visit the many Castles, Abbeys and Stately Homes in the area during your stay, or spend a relaxing hour or two in one of the many cosy Dales pubs which can be found tucked away in every corner
Hawes, known as the capital of Upper Wensleydale, is a busy market town with many restaurants and tearooms. Local industries thrive with pottery, wooden toys, the famous Wensleydale cheese and ropemaking for visitors to see. Interesting antique shops offer a glimpse of times gone by and the Dales Countryside Museum and National Park Centre are essential for those interested in traditional countryside life.
The town of Leyburn boasts one or two unusual attractions having its own cinema, a Teapottery producing novelty teapots, a chocolate maker, violin maker's workshop and a fine arts and antiques auction house. Craft workshops and galleries also offer a range of locally and regionally made items including woodturning, stained glass, paintings and pottery.
To the west of Leyburn is the village of Bainbridge which is centered around a spacious village green complete with stocks. The River Bain, the shortest river in England, flows from Lake Semerwater over a picturesque waterfall near the village. Visit Askrigg to the north famous for its associations with the James Herriot television series "All Creatures Great and Small". It also has regular craft fairs, an annual art exhibition and flower festival.
Upper Wensleydale can offer you a multitude of eateries to satisfy your tastebuds. Although Hawes is the main town of the area most of the villages can provide you with excellent food in shops, cafés and pubs.
To check availability for full weeks and short breaks view our price and availability calendar
From £185 for 3 nights
Call us: 01228 406701

it was a lovely cosy cottage and we would love to stay again
The weather was poor so having such a cosy cottage was a real bonus
Was perfect for our needs
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