Welcome to The Reading Rooms. This detached cottage in Oughtershaw near Buckden sleeps four people in two bedrooms.
Accommodation
Mostly ground floor. Two king-size double bedrooms. Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC. Kitchen with dining area. Sitting room with woodburning stove. Small mezzanine sitting/reading area. LPG central heating with woodburning stove. Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, CD/radio, WiFi, selection of books. Fuel, power and starter pack for stove inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Ample off road parking. Spacious garden area with furniture adjoining the beck. Two well-behaved pets welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shops 6 miles, pub 3 miles. Note: River runs at the bottom of the garden and is not fenced off, children to be supervised at all times.
Location
The Reading Rooms in Oughtershaw is a detached riverside cottage in the heart of the National Park. The cottage has a mezzanine reading area on the first floor but everything else is at ground floor level - there are two king-size double bedrooms, a bathroom, a kitchen with dining area and a sitting room with woodburning stove. Outside is off road parking for two cars, and a riverside garden with furniture. The Reading Rooms offers good walking from the doorstep, including along the Dales Way, which passes through Oughtershaw, making this an ideal base for exploring this beautiful part of Yorkshire.
Located at the foot of Buckden Pike, and close to the head of Upper Wharfedale, the idyllic village of Buckden is the perfect place to start exploring the wonderful scenery and pretty towns of this magnificent Dale. Much of Upper Wharfedale is owned by the National Trust and is composed of dry-stone walls and barns, important flower-rich hay meadows and valleyside woodland. Renowned for its walking routes, this region is home to the famous Dales Way, which passes close to Buckden Pike. The village itself is comprised of a cluster of stone built cottages and houses set around a traditional green. The village is also home to the famous 'Buck Inn' - a Georgian coaching pub that retains much of its old charm.
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?
Reviews of The Reading Rooms
"The setting of The Reading Rooms is stunning. Even the neighbours were lovely and very friendly. It is such a lovely place to stay."
Reviewed by Miss Martindale on 11/06/2016
"The property itself was fantastic (no complaints whatsoever) and we very much enjoyed staying there and want to book The Reading Rooms for the same time next year. It was particularly nice to return to each evening and in a very quiet location."
Reviewed by Mr Young on 25/05/2016
"The Reading Rooms is the perfect place to get away from it all. It is spacious, clean and comfortable with a large, fully enclosed garden and huge parking area. There are great walks and views, right from the door in all directions, and 3 dog friendly pubs serving good food all within 6 miles."
Reviewed by Mrs Mason on 20/05/2016
"Fantastic cottage with everything you could need in a beautiful quiet setting. "
Reviewed by Mrs Clayton on 19/04/2016
"We loved coming back to The Reading Rooms after a day's walk with the dog and there were plenty of those from the door. The location was perfect."
Reviewed by Mrs Sattler on 01/11/2015
"We took our 2 dogs here at the end of September for a week and had a relaxing time in a lovely cottage. It has everything you need and they leave you milk, tea and biscuits which is a lovely touch. To wake up each morning to this remote beautiful place is great. Stream at the end of the garden. Garden is enclosed though for dogs which is helpful. We went many walks from here and it is the best area around for scenery. Take everything with you as shops are a drive away. No mobile signal but a phone box for emergencies, Wifi signal good. Would definitely return."
Reviewed by on 10/10/2015
"Loved the location for walking with dogs and picnics fantastic. Property really good and we loved looking out to the stream all day every day. "
Reviewed by Hunter on 03/10/2015
"This was our 4th visit to the Reading Rooms so I guess we like the place. It's position for exploring the Dales is great with walks from the door. Excellent enclosed garden for our dogs and really comfortable accommodation. "
Reviewed by Ms Brown on 26/09/2015
"The Reading Rooms is a very cosy cottage, with a quiet garden. Good dog walking in the area."
Reviewed by Mrs Hansmann on 19/08/2015
"A lovely well maintained Cottage in a beautiful location. Highly recommended."
Reviewed by Mr Graham on 12/07/2015
"A lovely cottage, in a rural hamlet, quite remote but within 6 miles of Hawes. Enjoyed exploring the stream and local walks. We enjoyed the walking down the valley around Hubberholme, Star Botton and Kettlewell. Enjoyed cycling to Hawes on the road over Butter Tubs, some steep climbs and good descents from the cottage for the more experienced rider! Mucker a lovely stop for a coffee. Much enjoyed."
Reviewed by Mrs Drabble on 06/04/2015
"We really enjoyed our stay at The Reading Rooms. The scenery was beautiful and was a nice relaxing change. The cottage itself was roomy and comfortable. A great location if you want to holiday with dogs."
Reviewed by Mr Martin on 18/01/2015
"An excellent property in a lovely setting. Ideal for 'getting away from it all'. Would definitely consider visiting again."
Reviewed by Mr Belton on 05/12/2014
"Even better than we hoped for, the property is beautifully presented, I wanted to walk on the Dales Way and this was well placed. We looked for somewhere quiet and off the beaten track, cottage was perfect. Would definitely book again. Only downside? No public transport or local taxis, so you will need a car if you want to go anywhere apart from relax locally, which is what we wanted to do."
Reviewed by on 01/12/2014
"A lovely property, would be happy to recommend. It had everything we could have possibly wanted."
Reviewed by Mrs Smith on 20/09/2014
"The cottage was warm, comfortable, welcoming. "
Reviewed by Mrs Mann on 13/09/2014
"Excellent position of cottage. Great situation to explore Dales, and of course, Wensleydale Creamery. "
Reviewed by Mrs Button on 06/07/2014
"The isolation was exactly what we required, away from the hustle and bustle, and a joy to see our dog in the environment he should be in. The location was perfect, we come to the Dales frequently and this is the best so far. Thank you. "
Reviewed by on 22/06/2014
"A beautiful, comfortable cottage, well furnished and very practical. There was a safe garden for the dog and lots of walking from the door of the cottage."
Reviewed by Dr Brunton on 17/05/2014
"The cottage is ideal, very well furnished and all mod cons provided. The area is beautiful - very peaceful - cottage is in an ideal place to relax after a days walking in the beautiful countryside."
Reviewed by Mrs Hadlow on 28/04/2014
"The property was brilliant, just as described on the web site. Total peace and quiet. Great walking for the dogs, found some lovely places to visit. Overall, an excellent week."
Reviewed by Ms Stephens on 17/02/2014
"Second visit to The Reading Rooms. Position of property ideal for exploring the Dales and property furnished to high quality and dog friendly."
Reviewed by Ms Brown on 17/01/2014
"The setting was picturesque and so peaceful. Great walking country. The cottage itself was great and the treats for the dog in the welcome pack were a really nice touch."
Reviewed by Mrs Simmons on 04/01/2014
"The Reading Rooms are in a particularly isolated location enabling us to experience the peace and quiet of the Yorkshire Dales, while at the same time providing an excellent base for daily walking in the surrounding countryside. The facilities provided were of a high standard. Two double rooms enabled us to spend quality time with our friends, with enough space for us to enjoy each others company. The hamlet of Oughtershaw was close enough to Hawes to enable us to collect anything we had forgotten to bring with us, and to dine out in the evening if we felt disinclined to cook for ourselves. "
Reviewed by Mr Salter on 01/11/2013
"It was a lovely cottage in a beautiful, peaceful, idyllic spot up towards the head of the Dale. Plenty of parking. Loved the solid fuel stove in the lounge, but also nice to have central heating as it was quite chilly outside. Just love the feeling of remoteness. Great area for road cycling."
Reviewed by Mr Dixon on 18/10/2013
"The cottage was wonderful. The location was central to the national park, and there was a good deal of information in the cottage on things to do and see (which we relied upon quite heavily as first timers to the national park). It was obvious from walking in for the first time that this was going to be a comfortable residence. We had all amenities and more in the kitchen, and for an evening there was a lovely sitting room/lounge with television."
Reviewed by Mr Waim on 30/08/2013
"A proper cottage! Lovely quiet rural location with walking right outside the door. The shower was amazing! Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will be back."
Reviewed by Mrs Naulls on 24/08/2013
"Lovely scenery and a cosy setting, an excellent little find and we will be back at some point in the future. We couldn't fault the cottage on anything at all. Fantastic."
Reviewed by Mrs Hillan on 06/08/2013
"Quiet location. Property very clean and comfortable."
Reviewed by Mrs Jones on 10/05/2013
"Immediately noticeable immaculate condition of cottage. Fantastic decor and a very welcoming feel. "
Reviewed by Mr Colraine on 22/02/2013