Skip to main content

Traditional Dales Cottage Surrounded By Renowned Hay Meadows And Dry Stone Walls

Photo gallery for Traditional Dales Cottage Surrounded By Renowned Hay Meadows And Dry Stone Walls

A stone house with a tiled patio, outdoor seating, and a garden with flowers.
A stone cottage with a garden, a sign reading 'Rose Cottage,' and a stone wall.
A neatly made bed with white linens and pillows, a floral wallpaper, and a window with a view.
A window with a view of a grassy field and a tree.
A stone building with a climbing rose bush and a window.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Barbecue grill
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Yorkshire Dales National Park
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Internet access

Explore the area

View map
Richmond, North Yorkshire
  • Place, Yorkshire Dales National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, The Forbidden Corner
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Place, Lowther Castle and Gardens
    ‪53 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)
    ‪74 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Crib

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Toilet 1

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Traditional Dales Cottage Surrounded By Renowned Hay Meadows And Dry Stone Walls

Rose Cottage is a traditional Dales cottage with wood beams and a log burning stove. It is situated in the small village of Keld at the head of Swaledale in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales National Park.The cottage is surrounded by stunning scenery: hay meadows bursting into colour in June, wild hills and moor and spectacular waterfalls. The hardy Swaledale sheep is never far away. Rose Cottage has 3 bedrooms, sleeping 5 , bathroom with bath and walk in shower and additional toilet downstairs adjacent to the utility room. There is a spacious dining room and fully equipped kitchen. Comfortable living room with leather sofas.
There is a south facing garden with outdoor furniture to sit out and enjoy a summers evening. Full central heating, log burning stove, south facing garden and parking

Add dates for prices

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

Front door from path in the rain
PERFECT cottage to enjoy stunning Swaledale, gorgeous Dales walks from the door
Nr Gunnerside
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (71 reviews)
PERFECT cottage to enjoy stunning Swaledale, gorgeous Dales walks from the door

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
default

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

No pets allowed
default

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No candles or naked flames
Due to safety reasons strictly no charging Electric cars/bikes.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 8171795
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Richmond

Located in Richmond, this cottage is in a rural area. Swaledale Museum and Dales Countryside Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Raydale Preserves and Stainmore Railway Company Ltd.. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like mountain biking, hiking/biking trails and cycling.
View more Cottages in RichmondOpens in a new window
Map
Richmond, North Yorkshire

What's nearby

  • Yorkshire Dales National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Wensleydale - 13 min drive - 13.7 km
  • The Forbidden Corner - 37 min drive - 43.7 km
  • Barnard Castle - 39 min drive - 44.6 km
  • Lowther Castle and Gardens - 53 min drive - 72.5 km

Getting around

  • Kirkby Stephen Station - 31 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tan Hill Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kearton Tearooms - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Farmers Arms - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Simonsstone Food - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ghyllfoot - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Traditional Dales Cottage Surrounded By Renowned Hay Meadows And Dry Stone Walls pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Traditional Dales Cottage Surrounded By Renowned Hay Meadows And Dry Stone Walls?

As of 13 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Traditional Dales Cottage Surrounded By Renowned Hay Meadows And Dry Stone Walls on 18 Sept 2026 start from AU$721, 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 Traditional Dales Cottage Surrounded By Renowned Hay Meadows And Dry Stone Walls?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Traditional Dales Cottage Surrounded By Renowned Hay Meadows And Dry Stone Walls?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Traditional Dales Cottage Surrounded By Renowned Hay Meadows And Dry Stone Walls?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Traditional Dales Cottage Surrounded By Renowned Hay Meadows And Dry Stone Walls located?

This family-friendly Richmond cottage is located in a rural location, steps from Swaledale Museum and within 6 mi (10 km) of Buttertubs Pass and North Pennines. Raydale Preserves and Wensleydale Creamery are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 88 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very well equipped property in a beautiful location! Very helpful host who responds to any questions really quickly.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janet W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage in a quiet peaceful location with many walks from the doorstep. Well equipped, comfortable and clean. Excellent communication with the host
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 May 2026
Thanks for your kind review. I'm pleased you enjoyed your stay in Rose cottage. Best wishes
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

joanna m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage is very clean and pretty with a lovely garden that is a real sun trap. It is actually more spacious than the photos show. Well equipped kitchen. Fantastic Yorkshire tea loaf (thank you!).We went for a dip in the local waterfalls, hired bikes from Reeth and did the Swale trail (20km Reeth to Keld; great fun but very hilly in the latter part!), did lots of walks around Keld to Muker with a pub lunch in the Farmers Arms. Thank you for a great week. We definitely plan on returning to Rose cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2026
Thanks for taking the time to write a review, it's a much appreciated. So pleased you enjoyed your stay in Rose cottage and Swaledale. Impressed that you did the Swale trail to Keld ! You are very welcome to return! Best wishes, Alison Best wishes
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenny L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous cottage right in the heart of a small hamlet. Cottage had everything we needed and much bigger than it looks from the outside. The shower was the best shower I have ever had in a holiday cottage! Parking was easy either outside the cottage or in the hamlet centre. The Keld waterfall walk basically starts from the cottage and is highly recommended. Stunning area and so many beautiful walks to go on. It is remote so you need to stock up with provisions before you arrive. There is a campsite shop if you run out of essentials. So many lovely places to visit nearby, highly recommend this lovely cottage and beautiful part of the UK.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2026
Thanks for taking the time to write such a lovely review. I'm so pleased you enjoyed your stay Yes the cottage is a lot bigger than it seems , I sometimes describe it as the Tardis! Best wishes Alison
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very welcoming host.. and a very well equipped cottage with lots of cooking equipment and a drying room!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maureen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is one of the nicest places we've ever stayed. Spacious, immaculate, and extremely well kitted out, cosy with gorgeous views from every window. The host, Alison, was friendly and welcoming, leaving us a Yorkshire Tea Cake on our arrival and coming to greet us early in the visit. A beautiful spot to explore the Dales. We hope to return one day!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2026
Thanks for taking the time to submit a review. I'm pleased you enjoyed your stay and especially that you enjoyed the cottage Hope to see you again Best wishes Alison
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cosy cottage. Gorgeous surroundings, fantastic walks.Beautiful tea loaf prepared bu host.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Nov 2025
Thanks for leaving a review So pleased you enjoyed the cottage and Swaledale Best wishes
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Neil M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All was great, with lovely flowers and sweet goodies upon arrival. Owners responded quickly to any questions. What a wonderful area on this revisit to Swaledale. Lovely cottage.
The cottage.
Chickens wander around the field with the sheep.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Dec 2025
Thanks for taking the time to write a review and for the kind words I've acted on your feedback and a new kettle and hairdryer are already in place! Best wishes
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

spencer k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location for walking

Good sized property with all you need, quiet location, nice relaxing garden.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2022
Many thanks for taking the time to write a review and your kind words. Pleased you enjoyed our holiday cottage. Shame you missed out on the good weather ! Best wishes
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peggy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent! Would like to return one day.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Oct 2025
So pleased you enjoyed your stay and managed to see lots of lovely places . You are welcome back anytime! Best wishes Alison
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

charlotte p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay in keld

We really enjoyed our stay in this lovely cottage, it had everything we need. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr 2023
Many thanks for taking the time to write a review So pleased you enjoyed your stay Best wishes
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Home

Great place with plenty of room in a rural area but with great access to several hiking trails.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kirstie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Christmas

The property was perfect, we really enjoyed it, thank you to Alison the host
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan 2025
Thanks for leaving a review. So pleased you enjoued
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sue L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

Rose Cottage was a beautiful and extremely well kept accommodation. It was perfectly suited for our needs and was really comfortable. The location was ideal and the scenery was quite simply stunning! I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2024
Thank you Sue for taking the time to write your very kind review We are pleased you enjoyed your stay . June is a great time to visit especially if the weather is good! Best wishes
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Helen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy comfortable cottage in a stunning location

Comfortable clean cottage with everything we needed for self-catering and walking. Wonderful walks straight from the door into the beautiful Yorkshire Dales.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Theo R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A very pleasant discovery of the Yorkshire Dales

We enjoyed being for 2 weeks in a very comfortable house, as a starting point for many wonderful walks through Yorkshire
Stayed 14 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May 2023
Thank you for your kind feedback. Pleased you enjoyed your stay in Keld and the Yorkshire Dales Best wishes
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rose cottage perfect

First class accommodation. Very clean and comfortable. Owners tea loaf was amazing.! All round a very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2021
Thank you for your lovely review. Pleased you enjoyed the cake - you can have the recipe! Thank you for your booking.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

BRIAN T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning Location

Beautiful location . Very well appointed cottage ,fully equipped everything you would need for a very enjoyable holiday. Stunning scenery right from your windows.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2022
Thank you for your kind review. I'm pleased you enjoyed both Rose cottage and the lovely surroundings .Best wishes. Alison
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fons v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

lovely days

A clean and cosy house, a nice and friendly owner in an environment that every walking tourist can only dream about.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
Thank you for taking the time to post a review. So pleased you enjoyed your stay. Enjoy the rest of your time in England Kind regardsAlison
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Couldnt be happier

The cottage was in an exceptionally beautiful spot. Very comfortable, especially the seperate lounge.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wendy N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful setting

A lovely cottage in a tranquil setting. Super sky at night and walks on the doorstep.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2022
Thanks for taking the time to post a review. So pleased you enjoyed your stay. Alison
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roger B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

This is a superb property in a wonderful village location and the owners couldn't be more helpful. Many thanks for a lovely break would thoroughly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May 2022
Thanks for taking the time to post a review. I'm so pleased you enjoyed your stay. Thank you
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Djip d.

Roomy and cozy stay

We had a great stay at the Rose cottage. Welcomed with some lovely flowers and the well known delicious cake, we soon felt at home. Keld is a perfect place for hiking and there are definately some nice places in the Dales to visit. A good place when you want to hike or relax and be a bit away from the hectic life.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
Dear Djip Thank you for taking the time to post such a kind review. I am very pleased you enjoyed your stay at Rose Cottage, it is lovely to hear that you felt at home. Keld is a good place for getting away from it all. Thanks again and Kind regards, Alison
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jayne G.

Immaculate, cosy and welcoming.

A really delightful cottage in a beautiful part of the country. Rose Cottage is probably the most well maintained and comfortable holiday cottage we have ever stayed in, and there have been many! Thank you Alison for making us feel so welcome.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
Thank you for your kind comments. Its good to know that we are getting it right and you have enjoyed staying in Rose Cottage.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

sharon j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

This is a wonderful, fully equipped house.The house was lovely and warm on arrival, with plenty of logs for the fire . The beds were very comfy and warm.The house had everything we needed for a week walking in the hills
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jan 2025
Many thanks for leaving a review So pleased you enjoyed Rose cottage and you got chance to sit out at night to see the stars. Best wishes Alison

About the host

Hosted by Alison Calvert

Host profile image
The owners, Raymond and Alison Calvert, live a mile up the road at Hoggarths Farm with their sons Andrew and Matthew. The farm is a working hill farm, breeding Swaledale sheep and beef cattle. Raymond has lived there all his life with Alison joining him from Scarborough when they got married. Rose Cottage has been in Raymond’s family for many years.

Why they chose this property

.

What makes this property unique

.Rose Cottage is unique in Keld due to its lovely garden area where you can sit out and enjoy the sounds and sights of Swaledale including beautiful birdsong.

Languages:

English
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback