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LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION
Reeth may be busy , walk 300 metres and find the peace of Ashcroft Cottage
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One of three self catering holiday cottages in two acre gardens with private river bank and outstanding views. Open fires, WiFi, private parking and RESIDENT OWNERS TO WELCOME YOU.
WE DO NOT ACCEPT PETS, SMOKERS OR CHILDREN YOUNGER THAN TEN
We offer the best of both worlds, clean, comfy, warm, well maintained , very well equipped cottages close to amenities but in an area of peace and tranquility.
We established our family business in1965 . The fact that we have such a high percentage of returning visitors is our highest recommendation. Sadly many are not able to come any longer, hence the vacancies.
We are assessed annually by Quality in Tourism and achieve 4 star rating...LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION
Reeth may be busy , walk 300 metres and find the peace of Ashcroft Cottage
.
One of three self catering holiday cottages in two acre gardens with private river bank and outstanding views. Open fires, WiFi, private parking and RESIDENT OWNERS TO WELCOME YOU.
WE DO NOT ACCEPT PETS, SMOKERS OR CHILDREN YOUNGER THAN TEN
We offer the best of both worlds, clean, comfy, warm, well maintained , very well equipped cottages close to amenities but in an area of peace and tranquility.
We established our family business in1965 . The fact that we have such a high percentage of returning visitors is our highest recommendation. Sadly many are not able to come any longer, hence the vacancies.
We are assessed annually by Quality in Tourism and achieve 4 star rating with 100% for cleanliness.
So many holiday cottages how do you decide? Choose us and you will not be disappointed. The price is very good value as we do not charge a booking fee and all work (including the gardening, website, booking, cleaning, maintenance) is carried out by the family. Living on site everything has to be in good order !
Cedarcroft is one of three linked cottages, each with their own patio plus access to the huge garden.
The cottages are nearly identical and each have the following
DOWNSTAIRS:- entrance porch, kitchen and South facing lounge with doors opening onto a private patio popular for coffee drinking, reading, soaking up the sun and snoozing.
UPSTAIRS:- one double bedroom, one twin bedroom and bathroom with electric shower over the bath
LOUNGES:- have comfortable seating, superb views and open fires which heat radiators and hot water.
There are colour freesat televisions, DVD players, radios and books.
KITCHENS:. very well equipped and very clean.
Newly installed Rointe electric heaters can be controlled by the visitor and are proving very efficient. The water cylinder is timed but can be boosted. The fire also heats the water and radiators. Visitors over this cold spell have reported being cosy
The rental is all inclusive except excess fuel for the fire which may be purchased from us at cost.
We call the properties our tardis cottages. Do not think they are small by looking at outside photographs, once inside people are amazed at the space.
Prices are for 1 or 2. people
The garden is unique and needs to be seen to be appreciated.
Two acres of wildlife gardens with ponds, mini forest, river, shrubs, grass, birds, pond life, butterflies, mammals, terraces and stunning views.
The garden has two terraces, faces South and slopes down to the River Swale.
The ponds are full of life and there is a net provided for dipping. If lucky enough you may see the dragonfly larva on the iris stems and even luckier to watch one hatch out . After their wings are dry they fly away, and can be seen swooping over the water.
The first terrace is level with the cottages and has sheltered seats overlooking the ponds with the river in the background.
Other seats are provided each taking advantage of the amazing views of the gardens, the river and the hills beyond.
The river bank has stone steps leading down to the water level where again there is seating. Whenever the river floods we are left with lots of drift wood and sand. We always keep the access to the riverside clear.
Hours can be spent watching wildlife, catching the sun or messing about in the river. One visitor saw 30 different species of birds during their week's stay. Each cottage has a book to help bird recognition. We have lots of pheasants, the odd rabbit and occasionally a deer.
Everything is done to provide peace and tranquility where visitors can relax and enjoy 'time out'.
Although for the energetic there is a basket ball hoop and a portable full sized badminton net. The river is deep enough for swimming and shallow enough for paddling.
We do not accept pets, children under the age of ten or smoking.
We do like visitors to feel comfortable with booking and encourage you to send us a message if you need further details. A quiet site suitable for folks who enjoy looking at wonderful views, sitting by the river and letting the world go by.
House Rules
Pets not allowedNot suitable for kidsNo smoking
Suitable for responsible mature adults only. A quiet site for quiet visitors.
Bedrooms
1 Queen2 Twins
Bathrooms
1 Full bath
Meet the host
Dave H
Hosting since September 2013
Response Time: Within a few hours
Interaction with guests:Â As we live on the site we are here to welcome you and show you around the cottage. During Covid restrictions we will show you the cottage but not accompany you inside. There is an instruction brochure in the lounge.
To contact us ring, text or call at Wraycroft
Having been letting cottages in Reeth since 1965 we have lots of local knowledge.
Many guests return year after year and have become good friends.
We are always available for a chat but we respect your privacy and you are free to ignore us !
picturesque property.....great walks nearby. best place for a quiet and relaxed break. the garden rolling down into the swale river was awesome
Visited October 2016
Written November 2, 2016. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Gayn0r007
Hessle, United Kingdom1 contribution
Excellent
Booked with the idea to get away from Christmas, it was everything we hoped for and more. The owners and family were on hand for everything needed and had a lovely fire awaiting our arrival, very informative and friendly and even checked my car tyres and put some air in - nothing was too much trouble. Location fantastic, wonderful views and walks on the doorstep.
Cottage itself warm, cosy, well equipped and spotlessly clean.
The weather was wet so we didn't get out much but the village is a few minutes walk away.
A good time was had by all we will definitely be going back one day.
Visited December 2015 Traveled with family
Written December 28, 2015. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Adventure495251
It was a pleasure to meet you and your family and we certainly hope you visit again. Thank you for leaving the cottage in such excellent order. You are on out five star list
Written December 28, 2015. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Andy Wilson
Billericay, United Kingdom277 contributions
Perfect base for walking trip
As a group of 6 we took over all 3 cottages for a long weekend walking trip and it turned out to be a perfect base to explore Swaledale and Arkengarthgdale. There are great walks right from the door. The cottages were very comfortable and well equipped. The owners were friendly, easy to deal with and communicated well. The large well tended gardens down to the river Swale were an added attraction. The cottages are a 2 minute walk to the centre of Reeth with 3 pubs, tea rooms and shops so there was no need to travel further for provisions or meals. Highly recommended and good value.
Visited October 2015 Traveled with friends
Written October 6, 2015. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Judith K
Warwickshire, United Kingdom1 contribution
Definitely good for the soul!
We have stayed at Wraycroft regularly since 2013 and, with a week in Cedarcroft this time, have tried all 3 cottages! Cedarcroft is the one on the left, partly obscured by trees in the photo (at least in the one at the time of writing) and we liked the feeling of being tucked away at the end of the row.
As others have said, there is everything you could ever need in a self-catering cottage and the thing that impressed us back in 2013 was the quality of the crockery and cutlery (we were in Ashcroft then and Cedarcroft has the same). No more chipped/cracked plates, as experienced in some other - quite expensive - cottages. Some have commented on the beds. We were fine in the double room, can't comment on the twin.
We always appreciate the friendly welcome from the owners who don't intrude at all but are there should you need them and happy to chat if required! We take our hats off to them for the clever way every square inch has been put to good use in the cottages.
Good for the soul? Well, the Dales air and that view, not to mention walks straight from the door! We feel de-stressed in no time and can't wait to get back to Cedarcroft again.
Visited August 2015 Traveled as a couple
Written September 29, 2015. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Adventure495251
Thank you for the review and we look forward to seeing you again. Fantastic visitors.
Written October 1, 2015. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
chrisgs99
Dunstable, United Kingdom1 contribution
Cedarcroft has to be the most well appointed holiday lets we have ever stayed in.
Booking for February anywhere in the UK means you take pot luck with the weather. It didn't rain a lot, but neither was it crisp sunshine, which is how we would have liked to view the cottage. There are patio doors to the 2 acre rear garden that the owners spent so much time getting right, it would have been nice to sit out on the patio.
Spotless. If your thing is clean this cottage will take a lot of beating. So well appointed, there wasn't anything it didn't have for our 4 day stay.
The owners were so hospitable, even okaying a 10:30 pm arrival and still showing us around, the open fire had been stoked all evening and the property was so cosy. Gated on- site parking gives peace of mind and directions were spot on.
Visited February 2015 Traveled as a couple
Written May 20, 2015. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Avis S
1 contribution
Fabulous view
Very nice cottage in ideal Swaledale location, on the edge of the village but with a handy alleyway direct to village green. From the back patio door there is a fabulous view down to the River Swale and the hills beyond. The extensive garden goes right down to the river, with a very small muddy beach. Very solid built-in furniture - house and contents built "with our own four hands" said the owner. Hard beds, but some people like that! The biggest drawback is access - don't stay here if you've got a very wide car! It's down a very narrow lane with stone walls on each side, and there is narrow parking in front of the three terraced cottages. You have to back out! A beautiful, quiet village (though we were there when the Tour de France went through!), ideal for walking, though everything touristy seems to happen in neighbouring Wensleydale.
Visited July 2014 Traveled with family
Written September 11, 2014. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Adventure495251
We always appreciate reviews by visitors who have stayed. Thanks
The comment advising people not to book if they have a very wide car we feel is a little harsh. There is no need to come through the narrow part of the lane as there is alternative access. Oil tankers, large delivery vans and bin wagons regularly come up the lane.
Once on the site there is a large parking area just inside the main gate as well as space adjacent to each individual property.
We do have many regular visitors some who have come for over 40 years.
Written September 17, 2014. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Allan L
Kempston, United Kingdom1 contribution
A very comfortable cottage in a brilliant location.
Have stayed in this cottage on several occasions and look forward to coming back each year. The cottage is very well equipped and maintained to a very high standard. The fact that the owners live on site means that if any problems arise they are sorted immediately. The location of the cottage and the surrounding area is superb plus the amenities in Reeth cover all needs.( Post office, Hotels, Gift shops, General stores. Ice cream parlour and two churches) The local people I have met are all very welcoming. The part I least like is when it is time to return home at the end of the holiday
Visited June 2013 Traveled solo
Written January 23, 2014. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
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What this rental offers
Outdoor amenities
Balcony
Patio
Private yard
Terrace
Nearby
Golf course (within 30 mins drive)
Indoor amenities
Central heating
Fireplace
Internet access
Cable television
Wi-fi and internet
Wi-fi
Kitchen and dining
Freezer
Refrigerator
Kettle
Microwave
Stove
Toaster
Parking
Parking available
Bathroom and laundry
Dryer
Iron
Linens provided
Washer
Entertainment
DVD player
Television
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Map
Getting there
Durham Tees Valley Airport
23 mi
Leeds-Bradford Airport
38 mi
Restaurants
The Copper Kettle Kitchen Limited
2 min
Dales Bike Centre
12 min
Two Dales Bakery
3 min
Black Bull Hotel Restaurant
2 min
Attractions
Lacey's Cheese
1 min • Speciality & Gift Shops
Graculus Sculptures
4 min • Art Galleries
The Bridge Inn, Grinton
14 min • Bars & Clubs
St Andrew's Church
14 min • Religious Sites
About the neighborhood
Mountain bikes , with or without instruction, can be hired at the Bike Shop at Fremington. They also serve fantastic snacks and drinks. Richmond and Leyburn are each approx 10 miles away and are both worth a visit. Hawes is a bustling village at the head of Wensleydale .Barnard castle is a little further
There is lots to see and visit whatever your interest.
Getting around
Once in the village many people get about by foot or bike as walks and cycle rides are available straight fro the property
There are lots of interesting places to visit by car and there is a limited bus service up and down dale.
Access
Car not needed
How to get there
From the A1M turn off for Richmond then take the road up Swaledale to Reeth. Go through Reeth and continue out of the village on the Gunnerside road. Just past the fire station, take the first left turn down Langhorne Drive. This road ends in a T junction, take the left side , proceed 200 metres and our cottages are on the right, well labelled.
Activities nearby
Golf course (within 30 mins drive)
Things to know
Check in / out timings
Check in after 3 AM • Check out by 10 AM
Cancellation policy
100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
No refund available once booking is confirmed
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