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Cosy, traditional cottage overlooking waterfalls, Gayle, Hawes, Yorkshire Dales.

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Hawes, England
  • Wensleydale Creamery
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Hardraw Force
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Yorkshire Dales National Park
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Shower room

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Cosy, traditional cottage overlooking waterfalls, Gayle, Hawes, Yorkshire Dales.

Set in a magnificent position within the Dales National Park, overlooking Gayle Beck and waterfalls, this holiday property dates back to circa 1800 and was originally part of the storage and yarn knitting industry associated with the nearby Gayle Mill.

Situated close to the Pennine Way there is excellent walking direct from the door for both the rambler or the serious walker and in the bustling market town of Hawes, a 10-minute walk away, there is a wealth of shops, pubs and restaurants offering a wide variety of choices to suit every palate. Also in Hawes you can visit the Dales Folk Museum, the ropemakers, the pottery or the famous Wensleydale Creamery.

Yarn House is ideally located for visiting the local dales, the Lake District, York, Northumberland and the historic houses, castles and abbeys of Yorkshire.

Ground floor: Living room. Dining room/kitchen. First floor: 1 double bedroom. Bathroom with toilet. 2 shower rooms, one with toilet. Second floor: 3 bedrooms: 1 double, 2 twin.

Electric coal-effect fire in living room included. Oil central heating, electricity and bed linen included. Cot. High chair. Free view smart TV with Chromecast. DVD player with a large selection of films. Xbox one with selection of games. Alexa Echo and nest devices in the lounge, kitchen and double bedrooms. Selection of games and books. Electric cooker. Microwave. Washing machine. Dishwasher. Fridge/freezer, coffee machine. Fibre broadband (approx. 22mb/s). Payphone. Free 24 hour off road, hard standing parking area for several cars, 20 yards. No smoking, no pets.

Decorated at Christmas

Property manager

Gary and Samantha Easom
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Kids love Yarn House and the beck!
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Rental agreement is accepted when a booking is made.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Hawes

Located in Hawes, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Yorkshire Dales National Park and Ingleborough National Nature Reserve, while Dales Countryside Museum and Artbarr gallery are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
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Hawes, England

What's nearby

  • Wensleydale Creamery - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Dales Countryside Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Wensleydale - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Hardraw Force - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Yorkshire Dales National Park - 16 min drive - 20.8 km

Getting around

  • Kirkby Stephen Station - 20 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 132 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The White Hart Inn, Hawes - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Kings Arms - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Penny Garth Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Chippie - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Yorkshire Dales Brewery - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cosy, traditional cottage overlooking waterfalls, Gayle, Hawes, Yorkshire Dales. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cosy, traditional cottage overlooking waterfalls, Gayle, Hawes, Yorkshire Dales.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cosy, traditional cottage overlooking waterfalls, Gayle, Hawes, Yorkshire Dales.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cosy, traditional cottage overlooking waterfalls, Gayle, Hawes, Yorkshire Dales. located?

This family-friendly Hawes holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Wensleydale Creamery and Dales Countryside Museum. Wensleydale and Artbarr gallery are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Manisha S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely and comfortable stay
It was the most amazing place to stay in Dales.Hosts have thought of everything one would need in a house with family. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay
We had a great stay here and really enjoyed the area and the property. My only two things to flag that I would have changed. Were it was only very near our stay that we were informed we would need to bring our own towels. We felt this should have been highlighted before booking. And we were disappointed that there was no milk to start us off as it is quite a rural area and we arrived later in the evening.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Gayle trip
Fantastic property, very well stocked, lovely and clean. Excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family break
Fabulous accommodation location amazing, bottle of wine much appreciated. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean Macmillan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
The location was amazing just what my friend and I needed, perfect for budding artists. The beds were very comfortable and an amazing array of cooking implements which is not always the case. We felt a great deal of thought had been put into making it a home from home stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

lOUISE H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yarn House
What a lovely property in the perfect location for Hawes and the surrounding area. The cottage is beautiful and well equipped with absolutely everything you could need. Would definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superb accommodation in a beautiful location
We were pleasantly surprised by how good the accommodation in Yarn House is: the property is fully-equipped with top-quality equipment and appliances throughout, and the preparation/cleanliness was excellent. We would definitely recommend this property to others, and hope to stay there again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanne P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
3 peaks stopover
A really lovely place to stay. We walked the 3 peaks and needed a cottage close to the route. The house was very comfortable, well stocked and very clear and helpful instructions. Lots of parking just round the corner. Also very close to Hawes with plenty of shops and food options. Perfect for us!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great place
A very picturesque location. A lovely home with quality furnishings, bed and bedding. Well equipped kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Gillian A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very good
House was very clean and excellently equipped. Very pleasant location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cosy spot
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this lovely spot. It was in a great location for exploring the Dales, and was very well-equipped and comfortable. We loved the Christmas decorations! Only downside was no towels provided.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Autumn Stay
We really loved Yarn House! Three generations came to celebrate my mums birthday and we had the best weekend! Everything you need is there and the house itself is wonderful! The sound of the river was so relaxing and the short walk down into the village was very pleasant. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTINE JOYCE D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location is everything
Cottage fitted the description. Hadn't realised it was so near Hawes. Hardly used the car, managed to walk to lots of places in the countryside as well as Hawes
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing, cozy, clean
Very beautiful area and beautiful cozy country house, stream running in front of the house, short walk to Hawes Town which is lovely.. Lots of family/friend time games and drinks Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kath T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yarn House, Gayle, Hawes
Good location, cozy, well-equipped. Decent parking nearby. No noise from neighbours. 15 minute stroll to Hawes High Street. Limited space outdoors so no space for children to play outside. Easily accommodated 6 adults and 2 children.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idyllic bolthole in Yorkshire Dales
Well equipped & spacious townhouse style property in small hamlet of Gayle with the bonus of a lovely 10 min walk into the bustling market town of Hawes. Lots to do & see around the area as well as stunning countryside walks for all ages & abilities. Youngest enjoyed nothing more than playing in the beck just outside the front door. Gary & Samantha answered all our questions & gave lots of local info to help our stay, highly reccomend the property & location.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Wanda B., Costa Mesa, California, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location for exploring North Yorkshire
We had a fantastic week in Gayle. Parking was easy and only a few yards away from the front door. The house was comfortable and exactly as shown in the pictures. Hawes is literally a 10 minute walk away from downtown Hawes. There are several really delicious places to eat in Hawes. There are plenty of walks right from the house. And more places within a short drive to explore. We highly recommend this house.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Derek H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gayle
6 of us travelled from Scotland to Gayle and we all had a fantastic time during our time in Yorkshire. I thought that the cottage might be a little far away from the main street in Hawes but it wasn't a problem. The only thing that we couldn't find was an iron. We found the board but not the iron. That's all
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place, had a great time, easy access to nearby village
Would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eileen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cosy cottage in prime position
The cottage was lovely cosy comfy beds very well equipped and in a fabulous position The views out of front window are stunning A lovely walk across the field on paved path into Hawes where there are shops and pubs Lovely walks from cottage door Would definitely recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melanie G., Wirral

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Celebration weekend
Lovely house Well stocked Great location Short walk into Hawes town centre Walking distance to Wensleydale cheese factory Great village Wonderful pub white hart amazing food
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fiona B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Excellent house in the heart of the Dales; great base for a family holiday!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Georgejeana B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous house in a beautiful location, very homely and had everything we need.
Would recommend to anyone, the house was perfect and the location was beautiful, we had an fantastic stay and local amenities were great. The house had everything you needed, plenty of space and was like being at home, comfortable and relaxing. The river and little waterfalls right outside the front door was amazing. Would love to go again!! Communication with the owners was spot on. Thank you for our wonderful stay!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandra P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friends getaway
Plenty of space. Comfy beds. Well equipped kitchen. Nearby parking. 9 mins walk to Hawes. Picturesque views. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will be booking again for next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Gary and Samantha Easom

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Gary Easom; Software Engineer, I love the outdoors and walking, particularly the Yorkshire Dales. Having travelled around the country and living for a time in Europe (employment) we settled back in Nottingham, close to family, with our 3 young kids.

Samantha Easom; accounts, very busy mum of 3 and the one with financial brains!

Why they chose this property

I spent many family holidays, as a child, camping in the Yorkshire Dales, in the Wensleydale and Swaledale areas (parents inspired by watching All Creatures Great and Small!), I loved the outdoors and grew very fond of the Dales, they had an almost 'magical' quality. I have many fond memories of times spent in the Dales.

20 years later and wanting to introduce my children to the Dales and trying desperately to create some sort of pension, we looked for a property in the Wensleydale area. Yarn House had just come on the market and it was perfect, overlooking waterfalls, spacious, an existing holiday cottage since the 1970's, well located in the center of the Dales and a few minutes walk from lots of good pubs, shops and restaurants in Hawes. Gayle is perfect, situated just off the Pennine way, a picturesque village, and a mile or so from Hawes.

What makes this property unique

Yarn House has amazing views, a beautiful setting and features on many postcards and book covers about the Dales. It has a great location, close to Hawes and a wealth of pubs, restaurants and delightful shops. The cottage overlooks the waterfalls which, depending on the season, are a wonderful play area for children (my children loved the beck, they were happy to play and explore all day) or a nice setting to enjoy a glass of wine or a beer. During periods of heavy rain, the beck becomes a, quite spectacular, raging torrent!

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