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Review score

Based on 45 hotel reviews

9.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    10.0

  • Comfort

    9.8

  • Location

    9.9

  • Facilities

    9.9

  • Staff

    9.9

  • Value for money

    9.9

  • Free WiFi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: 22 April 2025

    10
    Amazing stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely nothing

    Everything was absolutely amazing, we had a restful stay, thank you Suzanne for the well thought out arrival pack which helped so much including the Easter egg 😄. The views were stunning and the accommodation was fantastic, top quality, we will definitely book here again.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 April 2025

    10
    Good property and host
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Good property and host.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 October 2024

    10
    Excellent !
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    Modern, clean, everything two people could want.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 September 2024

    10
    Will highly recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely nothing.

    The setting ,all it's home comforts. Everything well presented and clean. Very welcome provisions on arrival. A place to park our car near to the property. And so so quiet and relaxing,and a good sized property,and beautiful views . Nice to meet our host and hostess.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 September 2024

    10
    I would be happy to stay there again and to recommend the accodomma
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Bathroom needed a grab rail in the shower.

    I know the area well so knew what to expect. Beautiful scenery.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 August 2024

    9.0
    A beautiful place to unwind and recharge your batteries 😊
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing. It was exceptional. Would love to come back. We did, however, get the vibes that we wouldn’t be welcome again? We did make the mistake of inviting a couple of friends over with their dog. In retrospective this was a bad move on our part. However, despite apologising for the oversight, we felt this upset the dynamics. Have stayed in Leyburn over 20 years. This was by far the best accommodation we have stayed in, but not sure we’d revisit the Byre, for this reason alone.

    The peace and quiet. Spectacular location. Loved walking across the field to Leyburn and back. Magnificent views of the sunrise and sunset. Great watching the bats and jackdaws in the evening. Accommodation was top drawer; absolutely superb. Spotless and beautifully furnished. Very comfy bed, excellent shower, great stereo system, and welcome box of goodies was a very nice touch.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 August 2024

    10
    Tranquillity!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, all was wonderful.

    Suzanne and Paul were wonderful hosts. The property was gorgeous and had everything you need, even a welcome pack included with milk, bread and treats. Location was fab, and some beautiful falls in the local area to explore.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 July 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    What a beautiful place to stay. The Byre is very well equipped for a break away. Incredibly clean and comfortable. Stunning views from inside and the patio, which is a great place to sit and have a drink and watch the sunset. Sussane is really friendly and welcoming. Nothing is too much trouble. The lovely touch of leaving a box of goodies was a very nice touch. I'm already looking forward to going back.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 July 2024

    10
    Fantastic hosts, great place to stay in a stunning location!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Clean, well kept, had all required facilities and plenty of storage.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 July 2024

    10
    Beautiful place with amazing hosts
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    That we had to leave

    The hosts were so friendly and welcoming, the place was beautiful and the location was perfect. There was a little welcome pack with crisps, cookies, bread and milk which was a lovely surprise. We had such an amazing time and would definitely book this place again.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 July 2024

    10
    Visit Early Jul 24
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Cottage very comfortable/well equipped for a couple, nice peaceful location, not far from Leyburn.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 June 2024

    10
    I would recommend this place
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was lovely to stay at the Byre. There were so many waterfalls closely, and the hosts were very friendly ! I would recommend this place, and we will be back for sure :)

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 June 2024

    9.0
    Great place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 7 nights

    Excellent location for exploring and walking in the Yorkshire Dales. Lovely views from the property. Quiet and comfortable accommodation and very friendly and welcoming host. Would definitely stay again and recommend. The Wagon Wheels were a lovely surprise !

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 June 2024

    10
    Great modern spacious property in a quiet location, close to Dales and great for sight seeing.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Key box, code worked and welcomed by Suzanne

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 June 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was nothing to dislike

    The scenery was beautiful. We saw bats an owl and swallow along with some very noisy curlews. The cottage itself is very comfortable and well equipped. Definitely come back again

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 June 2024

    10
    A fantastic property which is well presented, the hosts were lovely. Clean, comfortable big bed
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The long drive from Berkshire to Leyburn, the M1 was terrible!

    Great property just on the outside of the village of Leyburn, extremely comfortable, clean and tidy. Great views over the Dale's, great sun set. The photos don't do it justice.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2024

    10
    Such a good experience we will be going again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing

    Breakfast not applicable - but the welcome box of basics was much appreciated.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2024

    9.0
    A lovely property in a lovely part of the country,
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights

    I like a table beside the sitting area I did use the windowsill at the back of the sofa. I also like a footstool but if that is the only negative comment I have.

    The property is very close to Leyburn. The host left bread and milk for us on arrival which was very much appreciated. The Living kitchen diner was quite compact but well decorated. Lovely views from the windows in a lovely part of the country

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 April 2024

    10
    Real hidden gem, stunning relaxing stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Real hidden gem, Suzanne the host was very helpful & lovely. The property is furnished to a high standard & is beautiful spotless & very comfy beds & sofas. Everything you could need for a relaxing break. Bonus of a goody box from Suzanne with delicious bread milk & cookies. Would highly recommend & hopefully will be definitely coming again. Lovely walk right outside cottage to Harby waterfall half hour away.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 March 2024

    10
    2 night stop over
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Had to go home 😂😂

    Location, spotlessly clean, contact with owners before arrival and on site. Close to Leyburn, set in the beautiful NY Dale's. Quiet and relaxing, well equipped.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful cottage with everything you need. Extras like milk, cereal, bread, coffee/tea, toiletries all included. Lovely comfy beds, fluffy towels & robes all add to a great experience. Loved the location too. Will definitely return in future 🤩

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 February 2024

    9.0
    Pretty much perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights

    I don't check my emails when I'm on holiday. Returned home to discover we'd been logged in to the previous occupants' Netflix account; they'd forgotten to sign out. Embarrassed Luddites are us!

    The Byre is lovely. Everything is thoughtfully organised, attractive and immaculate. We had a very relaxing stay -- the bed is so comfortable -- and we couldn't have hoped for more.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 February 2024

    10
    Just wonderful!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing to dislike at all!

    A beautiful property, very clean, spacious, plenty of room for my three kids and I. Amazing location, we visited Leyburn, Richmond and Middleham Castle during our two night stay. Also popped down to The Bolton Arms in Leyburn for some lovely pub grub. Suzanne was a wonderful host, and we hugely appreciated our little basket of goodies upon arrival Couldn’t ask for more and we will most certainly be back in the Summer to explore more of the area

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 December 2023

    10
    A luxury and extremely comfortable stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Property was simply amazing. We were comfortable and felt home from home here. Lots of space for my 3 year old to run around and play. Facilities were perfect as well. Owners also extremely friendly and very helpful and responsive when we got in contact.

    Stayed in December 2023

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