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8430495, Intake Cottage, Cosy old cottage , open fire, amazing views.
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9.4 out of 10
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2 bedrooms 1 bathroom Sleeps 4
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North Yorkshire, ENG
- Swaledale Museum1 min walk
- Wensleydale13 min drive
- Yorkshire Dales National Park19 min drive
- Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)50 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Main
1 Double Bed
Second
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower
Spaces
Garden
About this property
8430495, Intake Cottage, Cosy old cottage , open fire, amazing views.
Welcome to Intake Cottage and Swallows Byre in Swaledale.
Intake Cottage is beautifully situated between the villages of Low Row and Gunnerside in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. A classic example of an 18th Century Dales country cottage and part of an original farmhouse. It was originally used by the current owners as a World War II retreat. Since then the Kent’s have been refurbishing and maintaining, holidaying and letting Intake Cottage for over 35 years.
Intake Cottage is south facing and has a lovely country garden that enjoys panoramic views of the Yorkshire Dale and the river Swale (old English for ‘the wild one’) running a stone throws away. Swaledale is renowned for its wild flower meadows, sheep, dry stone walls, hay and cattle barns, lead-mining ruins and its fast flowing river.
Cottage Overview
Intake Cottage is an ideal location for walking, cycling, sightseeing, trout fishing, painting or just relaxing.
Located 1 mile west of Low Row en route of the 2014 first stage of the Tour de France
Off road parking for 1 car
Terrace, garden, summerhouse, barbeque
2 bedrooms: 1 double, 1 twin; Linen provided
Living/dining: open fire (coal provided), TV, blue ray DVD,
Kitchen: cooker, dishwasher, fridge-freezer, microwave
Bathroom: electric shower over bath, shaving point, heated towel rail, wall heater; Towels provided ,
Self-contained Annex available, “Swallows Byre”
Free WiFi available
Sorry No Pets & No Smoking.
Children must be over 5 years of age.
Living Room/Dining Room
Intake Cottage is an archetypal country cottage oozing character from the beamed ceiling, flag stone floors and 18th Century cast iron fire place. It’s appropriately furnished throughout with a mixture of antiques and quality soft furnishings providing a home from home feeling, perfect for relaxing in front of the fire.
Kitchen
The renovated shaker style kitchen is a country cooks treat with traditional Belfast sink and original stone pantry shelves.
Bedrooms:
Master Bedroom
The Master bedroom has wonderful views across the Dale and contains a double bed, wardrobe and dressing table.
Second Bedroom
The second bedroom also has glorious south facing views and is approached through the Master bedroom and has a 3ft single bed with pull out underneath, wardrobe and chest of drawers.
All bedding is provided along with towels and tea towels. Electric blankets are available for winter months. The cottage has full electricity and provides coal for the open fire.
Bathroom
Small, well equipped and just off the Master bedroom.
Outside
At the front of the cottage is a raised south-facing garden overlooking a wild flower meadow down to the river Swale. A patio terrace with garden furniture and barbeque is ideal for alfresco dining should the weather permit. If not, there is our so called ‘Hobby’ (summerhouse) in which to sit, ideal for watching all the wildlife or reading away from any blustery weather.
Swallows Byre
Situated over the garden wall to the west of Intake Cottage, Swallows Byre retains the same beautiful south facing views. This conversion incorporates the best of old and new design using the compact space with maximum natural light encompassing quality tasteful furnishings and having central heating.
Living Room/Dining Room - 1st Floor
Double aspect South and West facing, leading out onto a roof terrace - making the most of the fantastic views.
Oak flooring
Wood burning stove
Quality soft furnishings
TV ,blue ray DVD,
Ground Floor, Bedroom
Double aspect S/W
Antique double bed
Dressing table, Wardrobe and Chest of drawers
Oak flooring
Central heating
Bathroom
Roll top bath with hand held shower head.
Heated towel rail
Razor point
Stone floor heated
Kitchenette
Belfast sink
Washing machine
Electric cooker
Small fridge freezer
Toaster
Microwave
Stone floor heated
Outside
Garden and Summer House
Barbecue
Intake Cottage is beautifully situated between the villages of Low Row and Gunnerside in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. A classic example of an 18th Century Dales country cottage and part of an original farmhouse. It was originally used by the current owners as a World War II retreat. Since then the Kent’s have been refurbishing and maintaining, holidaying and letting Intake Cottage for over 35 years.
Intake Cottage is south facing and has a lovely country garden that enjoys panoramic views of the Yorkshire Dale and the river Swale (old English for ‘the wild one’) running a stone throws away. Swaledale is renowned for its wild flower meadows, sheep, dry stone walls, hay and cattle barns, lead-mining ruins and its fast flowing river.
Cottage Overview
Intake Cottage is an ideal location for walking, cycling, sightseeing, trout fishing, painting or just relaxing.
Located 1 mile west of Low Row en route of the 2014 first stage of the Tour de France
Off road parking for 1 car
Terrace, garden, summerhouse, barbeque
2 bedrooms: 1 double, 1 twin; Linen provided
Living/dining: open fire (coal provided), TV, blue ray DVD,
Kitchen: cooker, dishwasher, fridge-freezer, microwave
Bathroom: electric shower over bath, shaving point, heated towel rail, wall heater; Towels provided ,
Self-contained Annex available, “Swallows Byre”
Free WiFi available
Sorry No Pets & No Smoking.
Children must be over 5 years of age.
Living Room/Dining Room
Intake Cottage is an archetypal country cottage oozing character from the beamed ceiling, flag stone floors and 18th Century cast iron fire place. It’s appropriately furnished throughout with a mixture of antiques and quality soft furnishings providing a home from home feeling, perfect for relaxing in front of the fire.
Kitchen
The renovated shaker style kitchen is a country cooks treat with traditional Belfast sink and original stone pantry shelves.
Bedrooms:
Master Bedroom
The Master bedroom has wonderful views across the Dale and contains a double bed, wardrobe and dressing table.
Second Bedroom
The second bedroom also has glorious south facing views and is approached through the Master bedroom and has a 3ft single bed with pull out underneath, wardrobe and chest of drawers.
All bedding is provided along with towels and tea towels. Electric blankets are available for winter months. The cottage has full electricity and provides coal for the open fire.
Bathroom
Small, well equipped and just off the Master bedroom.
Outside
At the front of the cottage is a raised south-facing garden overlooking a wild flower meadow down to the river Swale. A patio terrace with garden furniture and barbeque is ideal for alfresco dining should the weather permit. If not, there is our so called ‘Hobby’ (summerhouse) in which to sit, ideal for watching all the wildlife or reading away from any blustery weather.
Swallows Byre
Situated over the garden wall to the west of Intake Cottage, Swallows Byre retains the same beautiful south facing views. This conversion incorporates the best of old and new design using the compact space with maximum natural light encompassing quality tasteful furnishings and having central heating.
Living Room/Dining Room - 1st Floor
Double aspect South and West facing, leading out onto a roof terrace - making the most of the fantastic views.
Oak flooring
Wood burning stove
Quality soft furnishings
TV ,blue ray DVD,
Ground Floor, Bedroom
Double aspect S/W
Antique double bed
Dressing table, Wardrobe and Chest of drawers
Oak flooring
Central heating
Bathroom
Roll top bath with hand held shower head.
Heated towel rail
Razor point
Stone floor heated
Kitchenette
Belfast sink
Washing machine
Electric cooker
Small fridge freezer
Toaster
Microwave
Stone floor heated
Outside
Garden and Summer House
Barbecue
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 13–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Richmond
Located in Richmond, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Swaledale Museum and Stef Ottevanger Sculptures are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Bolton Castle and Middleham Castle. Leyburn Station and The Forbidden Corner are also worth visiting.

North Yorkshire, ENG
What's nearby
- Swaledale Museum - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Wensleydale - 13 min drive - 16.5 km
- Bolton Castle - 18 min drive - 21.5 km
- Yorkshire Dales National Park - 19 min drive - 21.5 km
- Aysgarth Falls - 20 min drive - 25.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Charles Bathurst Inn - 12 min drive
- The Black Bull - 7 min drive
- The George And Dragon Inn - 15 min drive
- The Crown Inn - 10 min drive
- The Kings Arms - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Dorothy Kent

I grew up in County Durham , next county to North Yorkshire Dales national park.
Loved sport and art, became a hairdresser and beauty therapist and ran my own salon for many years. Married another Co. Durham boy in 1973.
Have 2 children and we all loved spending our summers at Intake Cottage. We still all get together in the summer time as well as doing the yearly maintenance of the cottages and garden. I do all the change overs and cleaning with some help from my husband and have more help in the summer from my son.
Loved sport and art, became a hairdresser and beauty therapist and ran my own salon for many years. Married another Co. Durham boy in 1973.
Have 2 children and we all loved spending our summers at Intake Cottage. We still all get together in the summer time as well as doing the yearly maintenance of the cottages and garden. I do all the change overs and cleaning with some help from my husband and have more help in the summer from my son.
Why they chose this property
The situation of the cottage is ideal as it faces south with the garden in front which leads into the field and down to the River Swale below.
Plenty of space to run around and when the children were young swam in the river and had a little boat and canoe. Found tadpoles and caught little fish on their nets . Games in the garden.Lovely walks from the cottage which lead up to the hills .
Plenty of space to run around and when the children were young swam in the river and had a little boat and canoe. Found tadpoles and caught little fish on their nets . Games in the garden.Lovely walks from the cottage which lead up to the hills .
What makes this property unique
It’s views and the character of an old farmhouse cottage and the site in which it sits.
Languages:
English
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