Self-Catering at Bridle Cottage | Holiday Cottages in Yorkshire Dales National Park

Holiday home
Situated in the centre of the popular market town of Settle is this charming cottage - a delightful, stone-built, three storey terraced townhouse. Just six miles from Malham, this property has been lovingly restored, decorated and furnished to a high standard so that it provides warm and comfortable accommodation. The property exudes character and has retained a number of original features including a beamed sitting room with exposed stone wall and woodburner. The building is well placed for walks throughout the local area as well as the local amenities and attractions within Settle itself.Note: First flight of stairs are open and steep with a turn at then end. Note: Please don't bring Fire works to the property

Accomodation Details
Over three floors. Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size double (can be split into twin beds by prior arrangement), 1 x 2nd floor double, 1 x 2nd floor cot room. Bathroom with bath, shower over bath, basin and WC. Kitchen. Sitting room with woodburner and dining area.

Area
Situated in the south-west rim of the Yorkshire Dales National Park is the bustling market town of Settle. Nestled beside the largest outcrop of limestone in Britain - a region of scars, cliffs, caves and potholes â€“ this pretty little town is set against a backdrop of some of the most picturesque scenery in North Yorkshire. Every Tuesday, the town's market place is filled with stalls offering a wide variety of crafts and goods whilst throughout the rest of the week the local businesses surrounding the market place thrive. There is a good selection of restaurants and pubs and the town also boasts an excellent public swimming pool. Three days a week, the Victoria Hall is transformed into a cinema, providing visitors with all the activities of a larger town. The famous Settle-Carlisle Railway is also a huge draw and runs regular trips across some of the most beautiful and inspiring upland scenery in the country.

Region
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?

Amenities
Gas central heating with woodburner. Electric cooker, microwave, fridge, washing machine, dishwasher, TV, DVD, CD player/radio, WiFi. Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburner inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Cot and highchair available. Car parks available in the town with an option of paying a weekly charge of £15 at the ticket machine, some on road parking down from property. One small well-behaved pet welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shops and pubs less than 1 minute walk. Note: There is unfortunately no bike storage available either inside or outside the property. Please Note: If you are looking to book within 48 hours of check-in, please contact Sykes Reservations to check if booking would be accepted. Note: First flight of stairs are open and steep with a turn at then end. Note: Please don't bring Fire works to the property

Mrs Ross

October 2020

We had a lovely stay at Bridle cottage.. The property location was perfect for exploring the Dales. Settle is perfect with everything you need right on the doorstep. Bridle cottage was a cosy and comfortable base to return to after a great day out. We would definitely recommend!

Mr Beever

June 2019

Charming old town house with nicely updated interior providing comfortable modern facilities without compromising its charm.. Ideally situated to enjoy the facilities in Settle and obtain the best of the local public transport to gain access to the surrounding Dales and all they offer.

Mrs Kitchen

April 2019

This is a super little cottage right in the heart of Settle and very close to train and bus links.. Great for walkers, or just a stay in a place with beautiful scenery.

Ms Rattray

February 2019

The way both the owner of the cottage, and Sykes Cottages handled the fact that construction was taking place during the visit was excellent.. The fact I heard from Sykes Cottages before hand, and the fact that the owner and Sykes Cottages offered a portion of the cost back, really soothed my nerves every time my brain was being rattled by drilling and banging. It turned what could have been a huge inconvenience and a nasty surprise into more of an "Oh well, such is life" sort of situation.

Mrs Godwin

January 2019

Bridle cottage is lovely it has all you could need for a break in the Dales.. It is very well equipped and the beds are very comfortable. The place is very clean and cosy especially when the log fire is burning. The cottage is down a side street very close to the town centre perfect for walking to the local pubs which are very welcoming. We parked in the local car park which is very close to the cottage and paid £15 for seven days so we could come and go as we pleased. The train station is within walking distance too. We found both the owners and Sykes cottages couldn't have been more helpful and we would highly recommend Bridle Cottage.

Mrs Mccabe

December 2018

The cottage was not as comfortable as it seemed in the description.. We arrived on a chilly Winters day and the cottage was very cold when we set foot in the door - we lit the log burner and turned up the central heating but it took a long time to heat the 3 floors. There were 3 of us and the position of the TV in the living room was such that it was difficult for all of us to watch it. We feel the cottage was overpriced in relation to others we have stayed in.

Mrs Dolman

Fiona was a great host providing us with milk, tea and coffee on arrival.. It is a lovely cosy cottage with everything you need for a pleasant stay. Settle is gorgeous.

Miss Taylor

November 2018

Bridle Cottage is a lovely little cottage in the centre of Settle, near to buses, train station and shops, pups etc.. it is lovely and quiet. I was more than pleased with the cottage, I will hopefully be staying again. It is lovely and clean and comfortable. With a welcome bottle of milk and packet of biscuits, thank you! I loved using the log burner, which was easy to use.

Mr Hustwit

October 2018

We were extremely happy with the cottage and facilities provided.. The attention of the cottage being warm fire laid ready for use and tea coffee milk sugar etc already provided gave us the welcome feeling would definitely hire the cottage again.

Mr Whitlow

September 2018

Superb little cottage in a perfect location for all the pubs and shops.. Everything that you could possibly need is included in the cottage

Mr Bownass

August 2018

Had a lovely week in this small but cosy cottage in a great location next to the market square in Settle.. Apart from a single day of rain we had glorious weather for the end of August to enjoy walks and the views. Settle Carlisle rail trip was a highlight. Comfy beds, excellent shower, well equipped kitchen, TV with all the channels and catch-up, and a log burner ensured a pleasant time for all was had.

Mr Franks

June 2018

The Cottage was small but perfect for what we wanted.. The stairs were a bit precarious, but we managed. The boiler was quite noisy but again nothing that spoiled our holiday. The Cottage was well placed for the buses and the trains. We even managed to see the Dalesman steam train go through Settle. The only thing that marred an otherwise perfect week was the 2 day train strike which limited us to where we could go as we had come by train.

Mrs Mounce

April 2018

Being OAPs we loved that Bridle Cottage was central for everything.. The bedrooms especially were big and the beds comfy. Loved that we had bath sheets and not just bath towels. Sykes took all the worry out of it by giving us reminders about the payments, driving instructions and clear 'key' details. Would definitely return.

Mrs Graham

March 2018

The living room area is in need of redecoration.. It is a gloomy and dusty room with very poor lighting. I had to buy new light bulbs to brighten the room up as all lighting had low watt bulbs in and werent effective. Also TV and DVD player were very old . DVD player didnt work , had a loud buzzing sound and all the remote controls struggled to work as old / maybe batteries hadnt been changed for so long? Kitchen utensils need replacing. The chopping boards are so old theyve gone discoloured, which is awful. I feel the owner really needs to check over the downstairs of the house and put alot more effort and money into updating and replacing . I feel this cottage in current state should be no more than £400 per week and i feel paying £550 was very overpriced for what we got.

Miss Hogarth

January 2018

Cottage was lovely.. ...had all the amenities we needed.Very clean, comfy and cosy. I would definitely book again.

Mrs Gagen

December 2017

We arrived at the cottage too find a home, we could love and feel comfy for the nexted few days.. We enjoyed every minute of the cottage,the village were we stayed so welcoming,and the weather was kind to us ha ha, xx We had that much fun we have already booked for AUGUST yipeexx

Mrs Watson

November 2017

The cottage was absolutely beautiful.. In a perfect location and very clean and comfortable. Can't wait to visit again.

Dr Horsburgh

September 2017

A lovely cosy cottage, spotlessly clean and well-equipped.. Very central location within Settle and excellent for accessing surrounding countryside.

Rev Brewerton

June 2017

Great town centre location

Ms Mckenzie

The cottage suited us perfectly.. It was cosy, comfortable, inviting, and in a great location. We just wish it wasn't on the opposite site of the world from where we live!

wigg7

February 2017

We stayed for a week in this nice little cottage. It has everything you need, and is in a perfect location. We enjoyed our stay very much!

Ms Bowyer

July 2016

The cottage was perfectly situated for holidaying without a car. The beds were very comfortable as was everything else in the cottage.

Mrs Mackinnon

We really enjoyed the 'town house' feel of the property. The two bedrooms were excellent! So was the bathroom, the shower is lovely and refreshing. The décor was of a lovely country feel. We also really enjoyed Settle and all of its amenities.

Mrs Greenfield

March 2016

Bridle Cottage is a lovely cosy cottage, close to all local amenities. Everything we needed was on our doorstep.

Ms Sumnall

A lovely cottage in a central location close to all amenities. There was great walking nearby.

Mrs Wake

February 2016

A lovely cottage in a perfect location with a very friendly helpful owner. Well done!

Mrs Reece

February 2015

A lovely cottage in a perfect location - thank you.

Mrs Lawler

November 2014

A cosy cottage over 3 floors, loved the real fire and location so close to the train station in Settle.

Liz900

We stayed in Bridle Cottage in November. We loved it from the moment we arrived. The living room is warm and cosy with the log fire, and the whole house was clean and comfortable. Settle is lovely with its unique shops and traditional pubs and the cottage is right in the centre of it all. We enjoyed four days of walking with our dog, it was a bit chilly so Bridle Cottage was the perfect place to warm up and have a mulled wine in the afternoons.

Mrs Tomkins

August 2014

In a central position with endless places to visit. The Cottage was spotlessly clean comfortable and the welcome pack was thoughtful. The owner was a pleasure to meet and was very informative. All in all, an excellent holiday.

Guest

Excellent accommodation - just round the corner from all the shops & yet you can open the door and be on lovely walks in 5 minutes Warm & cosy and very comfortable Massive beds & good facilities

Mrs Koons

July 2014

It was quiet, comfortable, attractive and close to everything. We could walk everywhere, and spent considerable time doing so. We love Settle; we once spent a month there 28 years ago and have always wanted to go back again; we were not disappointed. This time we really saw it and although it had changed, it was still the same: friendly, busy (not just with walkers, however, but with bicyclists and many other tourists) with a very good tourist office. This time we spent more time in the town, enjoying the pubs, taking nearby walks, and just chatting with the inhabitants. Best of all: the Dales are still as beautiful as they were 28 years ago and you can still find areas that are un-crowded.

Mr Roberts

Settle is a wonderful location, especially for people who (like us) don't have a car. It has good transport links and good amenities. The house was comfortable, well furnished, and excellently situated close the the centre of Settle, near to both the shops and the station.

Mr Penfold

May 2014

This was the second time we've stayed here. The location is fantastic. The cottage itself is very well appointed and spotlessly clean. It felt very homely and warm. We would come back in the future.

Ms Beardsmore

April 2014

A wonderful find! We particularly liked the position in Central Settle. The bed was amazing - 7ft wide and so comfortable, I have never slept so well on holiday! We loved the wood burning stove, and the well equipped kitchen. We made full use of the excellent cooker, preparing most of our evening meals at home. The extra touches of fresh eggs, milk, coffee, tea bags biscuits were so thoughtful - a lovely welcome. We will definitely recommend to our friends.

Mr Bethell

September 2013

A lovely property, and we really enjoyed our stay there.

August 2013

Bridle Cottage is a comfortable and attractive stone cottage on three floors. It is conveniently located down a back street in the middle of Settle, just a few yards off the market square, meaning that all of the shops/amenities which Settle has to offer are within very easy reach. The house itself is surprisingly spacious, especially for the money, and includes an upstairs study (perfect for writing postcards in peace). The kitchen is rather small, but contains everything which is essential to holiday catering, including things which are sometimes overlooked, such a as cafetiere. The front room contains a log-burning stove, which is easy to use and earns the property its tick in the 'romantic getaway' box. One limitation is that the front room is rather overlooked by passing pedestrians, which means that you have to choose between privacy and having the curtains closed whilst you are in during the daytime. Also, the plastic windows don't particularly suit the traditional stone construction of the house and give a certain cheapness to a house which otherwise verges on the luxurious. Our holiday was done by train, so I can't vouch for the parking arrangements.

Ron Gee

July 2013

We travelled again to Settle, this time with my wife's parents. And the only drawback is I wished we would have booked a longer stay. Settle as always was wonderful and more than met with my in-laws expectations.

May 2013

Quiet and cosy cottage perfectly situated down a lane off the bustling High Street and Market Square. So convenient for the excellent bakers, Booths supermarket, pubs and cafes. Settle has wonderful hill and river walks in all directions and it was a pleasure to come back to the warm and well-appointed cottage at the end of a busy day.

geesil

So here goes. We loved the place. Settle is our one place to go in England. We have traveled around the country and it is marvelous. But nothing beats returning to Settle for the rest and relaxation. We again spent only one week there and afterwards asked ourselves why we keep doing that. During the week we say a live play, a jazz night an evening of folk music, and explored the area. Bridle cottage has everything and extras just in case. Out the front door and one hundred, +/-, you are in the village, although you would not know it from the inside of the cottage which is so quiet and comfortable. And when we were traveling back through the town later we walked by the cottage and there was work being down to upgrade the fireplace, (not sure why). A bit of advice for car owners, pay for park and pay immediately as the meter maid is always close at hand, my mistake. And next time I am there I will phone ahead with my order for more sunshine.

Miss Robinson

October 2012

The cottage was in a fantastic location, right in the centre of Settle. Lots to see and do in the area. The cottage was clean, comfortable and surprisingly spacious!

Mrs Larkins

Central location, comfortable and clean cottage.

Miss Newby

August 2012

The cottage and the location within the town were excellent.

Mrs Harries

July 2012

Very close to the centre of Settle. Good supermarkets, Booths especially. A lovely cricket ground and enjoyable local concerts.

Mrs Davis

Settle is a lovely place and the cottage was in a good central location. The surrounding countryside is beautiful and easily accessed by train or bus. We'd brought our dog and there were plenty of places to walk with him, and we used public transport with him quite easily.

Miss Davies

There was a lovely village feel to the place with very friendly people.

May 2012

This is a lovely terraced house in the heart of Settle. It was spotlessly clean and very comfortable.

The cottage was well catered with all the items you would require for a long weekend. The only draw back for us was the fact that there were no doors therefore it was difficult to contain the dog although she thought the fire was put there for her only. It was fortunate that we had her cage to constrain her during the night. The cottage was superbly positioned that although right in the center of town and yet so quiet at night access to wonderful walks straight from the doorstep. It is definitely a place I would return to.

Len Rhodes

October 2011

A delightful property in an absolutely ideal location in the centre of Settle. Convenient for grocery shopping, the few restaurants, and pubs in the town.

Mrs James

September 2011

The cottage was very cosy and warm and centrally located. It was very handy for shops. Settle has lots of nice eateries, especially The Lion. We also love Booths supermarket for the self-catering aspect.

Mr Camilleri

August 2011

The property was close to all amenities as well as close to the attractions we were interested in visiting. We had a very good time in Yorkshire and the children really enjoyed it. The surrounding beauty was truly relaxing.

Mrs Johnson

The location and the standard of the cottage were perfect for everything that we required for our holiday.

Mr Rhodes

To have secured Bridle Cottage at the last minute was so fortunate for us - the place was wonderful

November 2010

We stayed for a week in Settle. We enjoy walking and this location is central to some great walks, especially the 3 peaks. The cottage is lovely and a minutes walk from the centre of the town. There are some lovely places to eat and both Booths and the railway station are close by, as is a large car-park. The cottage was spotless, well equipped and comfortable, with the owner obviously having a lovely sense of style.

Mr Mrs Nordhausen

October 2010

The location of the cottage is really good. It's in the centre of Settle which is a really nice little town with shops and supermarkets for all your daily needs.

Mrs Dymond

August 2010

The location of Bridle Cottage was perfect for us - just off the main street, with parking and the train station close by. The cottage was spotless and very tastefully decorated. Well done!

Mrs Hopcroft

May 2010

Central but quiet. Very clean and well equipped, comfortable cottage.

Mrs Bennett

March 2010

Cottage was really lovely, very cosy, light and beautiful decor. Very easy for people to have a holiday here without a car - excellent for train line and local bus (little red bus) was great too.

Mrs Allan

May 2009

The cottage was spotlessly clean and very nice throughout. Excellent walks from the doorstep - recommend walking over to Malham and back. We had a really nice break, thank you.

Mrs McElhone

April 2009

The house was immaculate, well equipped and clean.The beds were gorgeous and comfy and the whole house is finished and furnished to a very high standard. The house is very close to local amenities and central for shops, pubs and cafes, being just off the Market Square

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Bridle Cottage in Yorkshire Dales National Park, North Yorkshire