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Lychgate Cottage, Settle

Lychgate Cottage is a charming three-storey cottage resting in Giggleswick, Yorkshire. Hosting two bedrooms including a mezzanine double and a double, along with a bathroom, this property can sleep up to four guests. There is also a kitchen and a living/dining room with a woodburning stove. Outside there is a garden with a patio to the rear, and to the front you will find roadside parking near the church. Bring your loved ones to Lychgate Cottage for a fantastic trip, any time of year. Please note: This property will be accepting pets from 30th March 2024.

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Accommodation Details

Over three floors. Two bedrooms: 1 x second-floor mezzanine double, 1 x second-floor double. Second-floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC. First-floor kitchen. Living/dining room with woodburning stove

Settle 0.7 miles. Lychgate Cottage is a delightful cottage resting just outside the popular market town of Settle in Giggleswick, Yorkshire close to the Three peaks area of the Dales. Ideal for two couples or a small family, this charming dwelling offers a quirky layout and warming woodburning stove making it a perfect base all year round. Arriving at the property, parking is located just outside near the quaint church, before stepping into your home away from home for the trip. Enter into the living/dining room and settle in for the evening to watch TV while the woodburning stove crackles in the background. From here, make your way to the kitchen to whip up a delicious meal for your group to enjoy as a family at the dining table; the kitchen hosts an electric oven and gas hob, as well as a handy dishwasher to assist with the cleanup. As the evening draws to a close, head upstairs to rest your eyes in one of two double bedrooms. The first bedroom is mezzanine-style and accessed via a separate set of stairs, allowing plenty of privacy for couples. The second bedroom is located up the second set of stairs where you will also find a sleek bathroom so you can freshen up between activities or indulge in a long soak with a good book. Outside, you can enjoy a coffee on the patio in the crisp morning sun before the rest of your group rises. If you want to venture out for the evening, a 5 minute walk takes you to the Harts Head Hotel, why not treat your group to a pint or two? The area and surrounding villages will not leave you short for activities and attractions, with the plenty of shops including Booths supermarket, pubs and eateries to fuel your excursions. Settle railway station is 0.9 miles from the cottage for trips on the historic Settle-Carlisle railway over the impressive Ribblehead viaduct. Additionally, hikers can plan walks from local stations on this line as well as Giggleswick station being 1.1 miles from the cottage with services to historic Lancaster. Likewise, hikers can plan walks from local stations on this line. Heading into Settle town centre, you will happen upon Sydney's a contemporary yet characterful restaurant offering tradtitonal mains, along with small plates and pizzas so there is something for every taste. Embrace the local culture and spend an afternoon at the Museum of North Craven Life with its cosy cafe, which is within walking distance of the cottage in Settle. If you prefer to do your exploring by foot, head to Ingleborough Estate Nature Trail and follow the varying wooded trails which lead to Ingleborough Cave. The caves can be toured and boast lit pathways and fossils, or you can venture slightly further to the UK's longest cave, White Scar Cave. The stunning Malham Cove and Gordale Scar are only 8 miles away. Lovers of wild swimming can swim at Stainforth Force, which is 2.5 miles away, about an hours walk on the Ribble way or a few minutes drive, park at Stainforth village. Branching further afield, take a day drip to the picturesque Lake District and relish in the stunning views of the lakes and peaks, or head north and explore even more of the Yorkshire Dales National Park where there is an abundance of walking and cycling opportunities. Lychgate Cottage is a wonderful base for a relaxing break to the Yorkshire Dales.

The popular market town of Settle is known for its convenient location at the south west edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park and the thriving Tuesday market. The area is encompassed by the largest outcrop of limestone in Britain, creating marvellous caves and cliffs to discover. The town centre is dominated by The Shambles, an historic three storey building with shops on two levels and houses above, while nearby you can venture into the surrounding countryside villages for an array of walking and cycling opportunities.

Amenities & Facilities

Gas central heating with woodburning stove. Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher. TV, WiFi, hairdryer, Iron and Ironing board. * Gas & electricity included in the rent.Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Roadside parking near the church. Garden with patio. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop 0.7 miles, pub 0.1 mile. Note: No children under the age of 8 years. Please note: This property will be accepting pets from 30th March 2024.

Location Details

The popular market town of Settle is known for its convenient location at the south west edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park and the thriving Tuesday market. The area is encompassed by the largest outcrop of limestone in Britain, creating marvellous caves and cliffs to discover. The town centre is dominated by The Shambles, an historic three storey building with shops on two levels and houses above, while nearby you can venture into the surrounding countryside villages for an array of walking and cycling opportunities.

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

Thu 21st Snow 2°C -2°C 14mph 0.6mm 1,000mb
Fri 22nd Snow 4°C 0°C 16mph 0.5mm 1,005mb
Sat 23rd Rain and snow 11°C 0°C 22mph 30.9mm 995mb
Sun 24th Moderate rain 13°C 7°C 24mph 19.0mm 988mb
Mon 25th Light rain 8°C 7°C 28mph 5.0mm 995mb
Tue 26th Moderate rain 10°C 6°C 27mph 9.0mm 1,006mb
Wed 27th Moderate rain 8°C 5°C 29mph 6.8mm 1,010mb

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