Welcome to Dales Barn Top, a cosy retreat nestled in the charming market town of Hawes, in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales. This delightful two-bedroom reverse-level cottage is perfect for couples or small families looking to explore the breath-taking Yorkshire Dales National Park. With original features, including exposed beams and a warm, welcoming atmosphere, this beautifully presented retreat is the ideal base for your next countryside adventure.
Head inside, and you'll find two well-appointed ground-floor bedrooms: a double room and a single bedroom with a pull-out trundle bed, ideal for a family of four. A convenient WC completes the ground floor.
Upstairs, you’ll find a comfortable living space with a lounge and dining area, equipped with a Smart TV and Wi-Fi, perfect for enjoying during your stay. The well-equipped kitchen awaits, making it easy for a self-catered stay. The family bathroom on this level features a shower, WC, and basin.
Located just a short stroll from the centre of Hawes, Yorkshire's highest market town, renowned for its artisan shops, good pubs, and restaurants, with the famous Wensleydale Cheese right on your doorstep. Enjoy a hearty meal at one of the local pubs or stock up on local produce at the Tuesday market, perfect for creating your own Yorkshire feast back at the cottage. The cottage is also an ideal base for walking or touring, with many ancient castles, abbeys, fine country houses, and tiny village churches to visit.
No visit to Hawes is complete without stopping by the Wensleydale Creamery, where you can sample and purchase the region’s famous cheese. History lovers will enjoy the Dales Countryside Museum, while nature enthusiasts can take a peaceful walk along Gayle Beck or venture to Semerwater Watersports, where you can kayak, sail, or simply admire the wildlife at Semer Water Nature Reserve.
Tackle part of the Pennine Way National Trail, explore the rolling dales of Swaledale, Dentdale, Garsdale, and Wharfedale, or visit stunning natural wonders such as Malham Cove, Brimham Rocks, and the scenic Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway.
Dales Barn Top is situated in the heart of Hawes, offering easy access to local amenities, including a community-run petrol station conveniently located next door. While this provides excellent accessibility for topping up fuel and grabbing essentials, guests should be aware that the station operates 24 hours. Off road parking for up to two vehicles is located just beyond the forecourt.
Experience a taste of traditional Yorkshire life! For bookings and more information, please contact Finest Retreats.
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Property # 11778113
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Hawes
Located in Hawes, this cottage is in a rural area. Dales Countryside Museum and Gayle Mill are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Bolton Castle and Ribblehead Viaduct.
Yorkshire Dales National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Wensleydale Creamery - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Dales Countryside Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Wensleydale - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Artbarr gallery - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Getting around
Garsdale Station - 15 min drive
Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 82 min drive
Restaurants
The White Hart Inn, Hawes - 4 min walk
Caffe Curva - 2 min walk
Penny Garth Hawes - 2 min walk
Green Dragon - 3 min drive
The Bay Tree - 4 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Dales Barn Top pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total). There's a fee of GBP 30. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at Dales Barn Top?
As of 7 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dales Barn Top on 30 Oct 2026 start from AU$423, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Dales Barn Top?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Dales Barn Top?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Dales Barn Top?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Dales Barn Top located?
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Wensleydale Creamery, Dales Countryside Museum and Gayle Mill. Artbarr gallery and Wensleydale are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Second time staying in this loverly cottage . Ideal location for walking . The property is on the main street so close tp all the local shops pubs cafes ect..
Emma
Response from VrboOwner on 13 June 2026
Thank you Emma for your review following your recent stay. We are delighted to hear that once again you had a lovely time and that you enjoyed the location. We hope to welcome you back again soon.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Susan
26 Feb 2026
Would recommend this property
Great location, Comfortable and had everything we needed
Susan
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Caroline
23 July 2025
Good location in Hawes including parking. Well equipped.
Good location in Hawes including parking. Well equipped.
Caroline
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Richard
23 Jan 2026
Good instructions for check-in, and easy to access the property
Good instructions for check-in, and easy to access the property. Great location, everything in Hawes right on your doorstep. Two dedicated parking places. Clean and comfortable. Well equipped kitchen, pretty much everything you'd need available and working. Strong WiFi. Plenty of storage space. Effective heating and hot water. Decorated Xmas tree was a nice touch for the season. Plenty of space for 2 of us, might have been a bit of a squeeze for 4 adults.
Richard
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jan 2026
Thank you Richard for taking the time to review Dales Barn. We are so pleased that you had a lovely stay over Christmas and hope to welcome you again soon.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Alan
30 Oct 2025
The cottage is a excellent place to stay.
My wife and I really enjoyed our stay here, this was our 2nd stay at this cottage and we found it a very relaxing place to stay.
The cottage is clean and well furnished and the kitchen has everything need,
there's also a selection of games to keep you occupied if the weather puts you off walking.
Overall I highly recommend this cottage, it's well situated for walks, visiting other places in the area or just enjoying Hawes itself.
P.s the fish and chips from the chippy are the best.
We'll be back.
Tidying up the car parking areas would make it look better, this is a minor point as the cottage is excellent.
Alan
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Richard
30 Dec 2025
Great location in Hawes village.
Good instructions for check-in, and easy to access the property. Great location, everything in Hawes right on your doorstep. Two dedicated parking places. Clean and comfortable. Well equipped kitchen, pretty much everything you'd need available and working. Strong WiFi. Plenty of storage space. Effective heating and hot water. Decorated Xmas tree was a nice touch for the season. Plenty of space for 2 of us, might have been a bit of a squeeze for 4 adults.
Richard
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Rachel
24 June 2026
Dales Barn Top
Lovely cottage with everything we needed for our week's stay. Convenient location for visiting the area.
Couple of housekeeping issues - the doorstep and sill needed cleaning as did the kitchen window sill. The first thing we noticed on arrival was that the car parking areas were quite untidy and needed weeding, also the bin was overflowing and rubbish was blowing around the area.
Rachel
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2026
Thank you Rachel for your lovely review following your recent stay. We are delighted to hear that you had a wonderful time and found the property equipped with everything you needed for a comfortable break.
We appreciate your feedback and have shared your comments with our team to be followed up on. We hope to welcome you back in the future.
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