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Call: 01748 825525 / 07740 927 608
Email: marcia@yorkshirecountryholidays.co.uk

Welcome

Stay somewhere a little out of the ordinary at Victorian Garden Cottage in Richmond set in beautiful Swaledale, North Yorkshire. Children welcome. Dogs welcome at no extra charge.

Garden Cottage owners, Dennis and Marcia have been recognised by VisitEngland for offering the warmest of welcomes with a prestigious ROSE award. Only 100 are presented in England each year. 

The cottage is minutes walk from historic Richmond's Market Place and is a hop, skip and a jump into the Yorkshire Dales National Park - No. 1 Travellers' Choice of the World's National Parks on TripAdvisor.

For more information, please phone 01748 825525 or email marcia@yorkshirecountryholidays.co.uk

Garden Cottage

Delightful, unique, historic cottage for up to six - perfect holiday home, with enclosed garden and off street parking. Children and dogs welcome. 

Garden Cottage has been lovingly and beautifully renovated and decorated. It is conveniently set between the edge of the old part of town and the lovely Swaledale countryside and is only a short stroll down the hill to walks by the River Swale and through Billy Banks Woods.

Situated in the historic market town of Richmond in North Yorkshire, Garden Cottage is within a few minutes walk of the Market Place with its interesting local shops, restaurants and pubs. Watch the video to see some of our local independents and attractions.

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Garden Cottage

Garden Cottage faces south with views across the garden to Billy Banks Woods. The view east is of Richmond's Norman castle - the rising sun pierces the great, arched window. it is ideally placed with town to the east and countryside south and west - all just a few minutes walk from the front door.

This pretty, Victorian gardener's cottage was built in the former kitchen garden of Elizabethan Yorke House. The cottage looks over a secure, south-facing private garden with spectacular views of Richmond castle & Billy Banks Woods...

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Guest Comments

"No wonder the comments are so effusive! Everything is so well thought out at the cottage. We were ever so comfortable - those thick towels, brill! - and delighted in wandering around the garden paths. We appreciated that we could just walk from here to restaurants, no need to take car in the evening. Thrilled to see the art and building of Bowes Museum, our reason for coming. Beautiful walks along the banks of the Swale. Will go for another swim at lovely Richmond Pool and visit Barnard Castle on our way home. Thanks to Marcia and Dennis for such a perfect time. We were amazed at the wealth of information provided in cottage guidebook and brochures etc."

- Visitors from Scotland to see Bowes Museum

"Excellent cottage - clean, well-equipped and great location for walking along the river or wandering around the cobbled streets of Richmond. Visited Ripon, Hawes, Leyburn, Thirsk, Bedale. Great meals in the Kings Head Hotel, Richmond and the Fox Hall Inn, East Layton on the A66. Will visit again."

- Market Town Explorers

"Dear Marcia and Dennis, Thank you for your lovely cottage. We love all the little touches to make it home from home. So sad to be leaving this beautiful home. Hope to be back in a few months."

- Home from Home

"What a lovely cottage. So comfortable. We enjoyed sitting in the garden relaxing after some enjoyable walks in stunning scenery. We loved Richmond. Very friendly with lots to see. Thank you."

- Friends from Bedfordshire

"A glorious ten days! Marcia and Dennis, thank you, your cottage is wonderfully comfortable, neat and in good repair. Glorious gardens, lovely, comfortable beds, perfect location. We'll recommend this to our friends and family. Thank you!"

- Couple from Washington, USA

"Had a lovely week at this delightful cottage. The dogs loved the garden and the boys enjoyed playing the piano. Cottage is very comfortable and there was plenty of room for a family of six. Had lovely walks to Easby Abbey and through Billy Banks Woods. Can recommend the Black Lion Hotel for meals (it's best to book) and the Mocha Cafe for coffee and cake. Can't wait to come back next year. Thank you so much."

- East Yorkshire Families' Get Together

"Another wonderful week at Garden Cottage. Holiday began with a wonderful lunch at the CB Inn followed by a walk at Tan Hill. Sunday lunch at home with friends followed by a beautiful walk to Easby Abbey. Malham Cove, Janet's Foss and Gordale Scar on Monday. Good old Barney on Tuesday. Wednesday took us on a road trip via Surrender Bridge into Swaledale, then to Muker via the Buttertubs, to Cotter Force, Hardraw Force through Wensleydale to Aysgarth Falls. On to West Burton waterfalls, Castle Bolton, then home! Thursday, Raby Castle and Cow Green reservoir - absolutely magical. Friday back home. Thank you Marcia and Dennis. Can't wait to be back in August."

- Family from Cambridge

"This is our 6th visit. Just as great as the first time we came here. Lots to do and see. Will return for our 7th visit next year."

- Family from Nottingham

"This is our first visit to Garden Cottage. We had a lovely week walking. It's been nice to park the car and not worry about having to get back because of time on the ticket. this is a lovely cottage - cosy and homely, and we have to come back again. Everyone so friendly and meeting lots of people and dogs. And weather has been warm - nice all week. We had food in the Bishop Blaize - they make everything fresh on site but if you want Sunday roast you need to book. Crossview Tea Room nice. Thank you."

- Couple from Lancashire

"We have had a marvellous holiday at Mr. Yorke's Garden Cottage. A real home-from-home. We have enjoyed the beautiful garden and the views, castles and museums have been explored. Do visit Bowes Museum and the Georgian Theatre here in town. Restaurants have been variable, but can recommend Rustique and The Fleece was excellent. Only regret? Not seeing enough of the beautiful doggies!"

- A Week's Stay in Richmond