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Lavender Cottage, Richmond

Lavender Cottage is a Grade II listed mid-terrace cottage, situated in Gilling West near Richmond, North Yorkshire. The property has two bedrooms; a double with an en-suite and a twin, sleeping four guests, along with a shower room, boot room, kitchen, dining room and sitting room with electric fire. Outside there is an enclosed rear patio garden with seating area and roadside parking is available. Lavender Cottage is well-placed for discovering North Yorkshire and the Yorkshire Dales National Park.

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Accommodation Details

Two bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite bath, handheld shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin. Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC. Kitchen. Dining room. Sitting room with open fire. Boot room

Richmond 3.1 miles. Situated in the quaint village of Gilling West with easy links to the town of Richmond and Scotch Corner, is Lavender Cottage, a charming Grade II listed mid-terrace cottage, providing inviting accommodation for a couple or small family looking to explore North Yorkshire and the nearby Yorkshire Dales National Park. Parking is available on the roadside just in front of the property; once parked up, make your way inside and kick off your shoes and hang your coats in the boot room, before making your way into the main living space, beginning with a welcoming sitting room, the focal point of which is an exposed stone inglenook housing an open fire, which fills the space with warmth as you kick back on the plush sofas and enjoy a movie night or a great book. The separate dining room is the ideal space to sit down for meals together, which can be prepared in the delightful renovated kitchen, boasting pale pink and white hues, a window overlooking the garden, and a range of appliances to help you cook up a storm, there's even a wine cooler where you can chill a bottle of fizz, ready to toast to your wonderful holiday. Make your way upstairs to discover two lovingly decorated bedrooms; a spacious master double with a full length window that overlooks the village, as well as an en-suite bathroom, where you can end the day with a relaxing soak in the bath tub, while the twin bedroom would be ideal for children and is served by the shower room, meaning no queues for the bathroom in the mornings! Make yourself a morning coffee and venture into the enclosed garden, where you can grab a seat and enjoy the peaceful morning sunshine. Gilling West boasts two village pubs, one of which is opposite the cottage, ideal for when you fancy a night off from cooking or to simply enjoy a refreshing beverage at the end of a busy day of exploring. Head to the market town of Richmond and explore its ancient cobbled streets and narrow alleys, stopping off for a coffee and admiring the views of Culloden Tower and the rolling countryside of the Yorkshire Dales. Find a host of shops, supermarkets, pubs, bars and restaurants, as well as a lively market place, which plays host to a weekly market and monthly farmers’ market. Richmond's commanding Norman castle, which stands in an elevated locating, overlooking the River Swale, is a must visit, while amazing afternoon walks can be enjoyed beneath the castle walls and beside the river. The surrounding villages of Middleham, Leyburn and Downholme offer a picturesque backdrop for an afternoon of exploring, while Wensleydale rests within the Yorkshire Dales National Park and is the home of Wensleydale Creamery, boasting an array of local cheeses, and attractions such as Hardraw Force, a magnificent 100ft waterfall, and Forbidden Corner. Explore the Dales on foot or bicycle along a plethora of routes and trails, offering opportunities to see rare wildlife, idyllic villages and magnificent rolling countryside. Lavender Cottage is a fantastic base from which to explore this glorious area of North Yorkshire.

The ancient market town of Richmond stands in a prominent hilltop position by the River Swale. This characterful town boasts cobbled streets and narrow alleys, plus a unique Norman castle dating back to 1071. Enjoy the castle walk beneath the walls or take a riverside stroll beside the Swale, where there are parks, paddling areas and small waterfalls. There is a cobbled Market Place, which hosts a weekly market and monthly farmers’ market, along with a selection of shops, pubs and restaurants.

Amenities & Facilities

Electric central heating with open fire. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, wine cooler, TV and WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Roadside parking. Enclosed rear patio garden with seating. One well-behaved pet welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 2.2 miles, pub 0.1 mile. Note: There are two steps up into the kitchen from the dining room. Please be advised this property has a shared passage with the next-door neighbour, to access the bin area

Location Details

From heather-clad moors and limestone scars, to market towns and the steady pace of country life - the sublime Dales await you! Where else in Britain is it as satisfying to sit and do nothing as it is to explore the numerous pursuits on offer?

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7-Day Forecast

Make the most of your holiday by considering the weather! The 7-day weather forecast for Richmond is detailed below.

Wed 27th Few clouds 6°C -3°C 11mph 0.0mm 1,016mb
Thu 28th Sky is clear 5°C 1°C 14mph 0.0mm 1,028mb
Fri 29th Light rain 8°C 4°C 14mph 0.1mm 1,021mb
Sat 30th Broken clouds 12°C 6°C 18mph 0.0mm 1,015mb
Sun 1st Light rain 13°C 7°C 23mph 1.7mm 1,005mb
Mon 2nd Light rain 7°C 5°C 24mph 0.6mm 1,004mb
Tue 3rd Overcast clouds 4°C 1°C 12mph 0.0mm 1,013mb

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