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From: €351 weekly Bedrooms 1 bedroom Bathrooms 1 bathroom Guests 2 guests

Holiday Rental Description

Holiday home
Blacksmith's Cottage is an end-terraced cottage the village of Hudswell, near the charming town of Richmond. The cottage has a king-size double room on the first floor, with the rest of the accommodation downstairs comprising of a bathroom, kitchen diner with patio doors outside, and a sitting room with woodburner. Outside is a patio with furniture, and parking can be found on the roadside. Blacksmith's Cottage is ideally placed for enjoying Richmond, taking walks from the door, or heading into the Dales and Moors to make the most of your stay in this beautiful region.

Accomodation Details
One king-size double bedroom. Ground floor bathroom with bath, rain shower over, basin and WC. Kitchen with dining area. Sitting room with woodburning stove.

Area
Hudswell is a small village located just two miles the town of Richmond in Swaledale. Set in rolling countryside, the village boasts a high street with old houses lining the route, and a local pub, the George and Dragon. Like many village pubs, it recently fell on difficult times, so the villagers clubbed together and now run it as a 'Community Pub Initiative'. The market town of Richmond stands to the north of the River Swale. The town grew up around its castle and today there are wonderful walks to be enjoyed by the castle or alongside the River Swale where there are parks, safe paddling areas and small waterfalls. Narrow streets and alleys radiate from the cobbled Market Place (which has a weekly market and monthly farmers' market) and there are numerous shops, pubs and restaurants to enjoy.

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
Electric storage heaters with woodburning stove. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, radio/CD, iPod dock, WiFi, selection of books and games. Fuel, power and starter pack for stove inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Cot and highchair. Roadside parking available, free car park 50 yards from property Stone paved patio with furniture. One well-behaved dog welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop and pub less than 1 min walk. Note: Due to the compact nature of the cottage and the patio, it is not recommended for guests with a large dog.

Key Features

  • Pet Friendly
  • Garden

Holiday Rental Amenities

  • Accepts Pets
  • Cooker
  • Baby Cot
  • Dishwasher
  • Fridge
  • Garden
  • High chair
  • Kettle
  • Linen provided
  • Log fire
  • Towels provided
  • TV
  • Washing machine
  • Wifi
  • Near Pub
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Self-Catering Reviews

Doggytreat2024
May 2023
We stayed in this beautiful cottage in May. It is absolutely gorgeous, very clean and a magnificent welcome pack along with fresh baked scones waiting for you for ‘afternoon tea’. There is a pub in walking distance with lovely home cooked meals or try the Holly Inn just on way to Richmond about 5 minute drive away. Cottage is situated in a beautiful village and not far from Richmond and Catterick. We will definitely be back.
Mrs West
August 2020
Blacksmith's Cottage was perfect for us.. Furnishings are to a high standard and Vicky has a good eye for detail with some lovely finishing touches. We found the cottage very comfortable and well-equipped with everything we needed. The bed is quite firm which isn't to everyone's liking, but we've taken to travelling with a mattress topper which meant it wasn't a problem. The shower was wonderful. Welcome groceries and information folders were very useful. The outside space is compact but nicely appointed. Parking was easy. Hudswell is a very friendly village with a community owned pub and shop, The George and Dragon and The Little Shop. We had an evening meal at the pub which was very tasty and reasonably priced. We discovered our new favourite beer, Rudgate Ruby Mild. The Little Shop has fresh bread daily and fresh baked goods on Wednesdays and Fridays which sell out quickly. There are several walks from the village detailed in a handy local guide. We had a lovely stay in the Blacksmith's Cottage and would happily stay again.
Mrs West, August 2020
July 2020
Fantastically equipped cottage everything you could possibly use.. Spotlessly clean felt so safe there with regards to Covid especially. Helpful and very welcoming owners. Can certainly recommend everything about Blacksmith’s Cottage.
Mr Morton, July 2020
March 2020
Blacksmiths cottage is delightful.. It is in a lovely quiet village with some fantastic walks on the doorstep. The host made us extremely welcome and the attention to detail in the cottage was fabulous. We will definitely be going back at some point as we feel very spoilt. Superb break.
Mr Blackburn, March 2020
February 2020
Fab cottage fab hosts who live across the road.. Excellent pub 100m away serving exceptionally great pies all home made along with other wonderful meals.
Mr Robinson, February 2020
December 2019
A lovely, cosy cottage in a fab village.. A very friendly warm welcome from the owner. We look forward to our next visit to this gem of a cottage.
Mrs Watson, December 2019
September 2019
The Blacksmith's cottage is the most delightful, well equipped and tastefully decorated cottage we have ever visited.. Extremely clean, comfortable and with so many extras provided by the owner. The cream tea which awaited us on arrival was delicious. The owners were kind, helpful and most welcoming. There was not one thing that we could fault in the entire cottage. The situation in the village is perfect. It was a pleasure to stay there. The local community run pub just a few yards away has won the Yorkshire Pub of the Year award for the past four years running. We will most definitely be staying at Blacksmith's cottage again and would not hesitate to recommend it to anyone..
Mrs Poole, September 2019
August 2019
PEACEFUL VILLAGE COSY COTTAGE WELL APPIONTED GOOD LOCATION
Mrs Smith, August 2019
August 2019
It was all the little carefully thought out extras that made Blacksmiths stand out, friendly hosts, ,great location, comfortable cottage, ,and the bonus of a friendly local pub, the George and dragon,we had a great time, hope to return..
Mrs Nichols, August 2019
July 2019
Beautifully appointed cottage with a very friendly owner and a few yards away from a great pub! Highly recommended.
Mrs Goodman, July 2019
June 2019
Blacksmith's cottage is ideal for a couple.. Everything you need is provided and the property is in great condition and well cared for by the owner. Thoroughly enjoyed our short break and stay in Blacksmith's. Highly recommended.
Mr Hannah, June 2019
June 2019
Perfect cottage for us and absolutely immaculate.. The owners very much think of everything and more.
Ms Brooke, June 2019
May 2019
The cottage is great, in a nice village location & is well equipped.. The owners go above & beyond expectations in terms of little extras & attention to detail. The only drawback for us is the lack of a garden. However, we wouldn't rule out booking this Cottage again for a short break as it's lovely inside, with an excellent Pub / Restaurant nearby. It's well placed for Richmond and Leyburn.
Mrs Chadburn, May 2019
May 2019
Probably the best self catering accommodation we have ever used.. Small but perfectly formed, the owners go above and beyond what can normally be expected. To be honest, we are a little fussy, and normally our first hour or so is spent washing crockery, glassware and cutlery "to be certain". Truly no need here, everything immaculate. Just some of the things waiting for us: A cream tea! YES. Basic essentials in the fridge. Small torches in the bedroom, lounge and kitchen. Dog towels. I know I have missed things out, but the first sentence describes it all. No hesitation in recommending this cottage.
Mr Humphreys, May 2019
May 2019
Warm welcome.. Good location. Friendly local pub with home made food. 10 minutes drive from Richmond a lovely place with good facilities and plenty to see and do.
Mrs O'Brien, May 2019
April 2019
Absolutely brilliant little cottage.. Scrupulously clean. Everything was just lovely. Great location too. Last but not least, owner Vicki - just lovely and really helpful. Highly recommend this place.
Mr Preston, April 2019
March 2019
The cottage was so pretty and in a beautiful quiet village.. The owner gave us a big welcome and had surprised us with a Cream Tea on our arrival. Location was perfect for Richmond and the Dales and made it easy to catch up with all our elderly friends after not having been able to drive up for 2years because of ill health. We have been visiting the Yorkshire Dales for 42 years now and it is still as beautiful, though there are a lot more cars and parking in Richmond is now very difficult.
Ms Shields
February 2019
Lovely cottage, all home comforts and a very welcome cream tea on arrival plus gift.. Hosts very hospitable and assisted when our dog required a vet and even called after to check on how he was. If you want peace and tranquility I can highly recommend Blacksmiths Cottage. Also, fabulous walks from the door step along the river Swale to Richmond.
Mr Ellison
January 2019
Blacksmiths Cottage is a wonderfully quaint cottage set in a very picturesque village.. The hosts were very welcoming and friendly. Nothing was too much trouble. We stayed in late January for a week and the cottage was lovely and warm even though the outside night temperatures were -3 on some nights The local pub; The George and Dragon has superb ales and wonderful food and a visit or three is a must! We had a mini walking holiday with our dog and the local walks are very recommended. Thank you again for making our week so awesome.
Mrs Weston
October 2018
Cottage was superb, we felt quite at home and loved the location.. The owner went way over expectations and made us feel so very welcome. Such a clean, comfortable and cosy place.
Mrs Meredew
September 2018
The owners were very friendly and hAD PROVIDED US WITH EVERYTHING POSSIBLE WE .... The owners were very friendly and hAD PROVIDED US WITH EVERYTHING POSSIBLE WE DOD NOT HAVE T BUY ANYTHING AND WE WERE GREETED BY AND CREAM TEA ON ARRIVAL
Mr Ward
August 2018
Beautiful comfortable cottage equipped to a very high standard.. Owner extremely friendly and provided lovely personal touches - homemade scones and jam on arrival! Village very pretty amid a fabulous dales location. Excellent access to beautiful countryside and scenery for walking etc. with the beautiful town of Richmond just a couples of miles drive away. The George and Dragon pub (50 yards away) was a real bonus - fabulous choice of local beers, excellent food and very friendly staff. All in all a really relaxing holiday destination - thoroughly recommended.
Mr Bowles
July 2018
The cottage is beautifully presented, the finishing touches give a homely feel..
Mr Swift
May 2018
Everything we needed in the cottage.. A wonderful cream tea welcome for us and our dog, Hattie, was well provided for with bowls, towels, treats. Safe parking just down the road and wonderful walks in Hudswell Woods. Local Community run pub serves great food and drink. We had a great holiday.
Mrs Parfitt
April 2018
The cottage was lovely, very clean, and homely, the 'back garden' was disappointing, a pebbled square he size of a postage stamp, our dog did not like going out there at all.. the George and Dragon pub was a stone's through away. OK for a drink but the food was awful, had to pay £2 for each selection of veg, which could make it very expensive, The Holly on the Hill approx 2 miles away was very good, to far to walk thouh unless you're very energetic, weather was terrible, foggy, misty, rain, damp, but that is not anyone's fault. Nadine Parfitt
Miss Boys
February 2018
The cottage was wonderful and very homely.. Vicky went out of her way with the additional touches making the stay stress free.
Dr Bailey
October 2017
Blacksmith's Cottage in Hudswell was beautiful.. A perfect getaway for two. A very very cute little cottage a few yards away from an excellent award winning pub. Vicky had provided a surprise Cream Tea for our arrival which was devoured within minutes. A super comfy bed in quiet surrounds made sleep wonderful. Enough logs for two nights of slow burning open fire and all the kitchen amenities you'd need. Cannot fault this cottage and the service at all. Thank you
Mrs Hepworth
October 2017
Lovely cottage -very cosy.. Everything provided -all the nice little extras. Lovely scones on arrival. Will definitely be back.
Mrs Forrester-addie
September 2017
Exceptional cottage.. Beautifully restored and comfortable. Delightful, helpful owner. The village is lovely.
Mrs Sanders
July 2017
Blacksmiths Cottage Hudswell.. .... PERFECT IN EVERY WAY
Mrs Cooper
June 2017
Home from home! Photo's don't do cottage justice! Cosy, comfortable and clean.
Mrs Cooper, June 2017
December 2016
Beautiful cottage made extra special by all the little personal touches.. The owners we perfect hosts, always on hand but not intrusive. Had the best Christmas.
Mr Barrett, December 2016
September 2016
The cottage and welcome was first class..
Mr Martin, September 2016
September 2016
Everything was perfect, very friendly and helpful owners, rating 10out of 10.. Happy holiday maker
Mr Simmonds
August 2016
The owner had thought of and provided all of the refinements which turn a comfortable cottage into a true home from home. The best cottage we've stayed in, by far.
Mrs Wyness, September 2016
August 2016
Owners are outstanding
Mr Goggin, August 2016
August 2016
The cottage was perfect to the finest detail..
Mr Gilberthorpe
May 2016
The cottage was perfect.
Mr Bredbere
May 2016
Presentation of Cottage was good.We received a warm welcome. Really good Location. Easy to visit Dales to west, or moors to east. Easy to get to from A1 and A66.
Mrs Kemp, August 2016
May 2016
Presentation of Cottage was good.. We received a warm welcome. Really good Location. Easy to visit Dales to west, or moors to east. Easy to get to from A1 and A66.
Mrs Potts
April 2016
Excellent property, a little hem in a wonderful friendly village. Ideally situated for all amenities and within walking distance of Richmond. It ticked all the boxes we had a fab time. We recommend the village pub, we had an excellent meal and real ales. The shop was staffed by friendly villagers and had everything that we needed.
Mr Bredbere, May 2016
April 2016
The cottage was perfect..
Mr Gilberthorpe, April 2016
March 2016
Excellent property, a little hem in a wonderful friendly village.. Ideally situated for all amenities and within walking distance of Richmond. It ticked all the boxes we had a fab time. We recommend the village pub, we had an excellent meal and real ales. The shop was staffed by friendly villagers and had everything that we needed.
Miss Roberts
January 2016
The cottage was perfect, the best I have ever stayed in! It was really cosy. A lovely owner who met you on arrival and showed you around. We didn't want to leave! We have booked to go again at the end of the year and I'm encouraging lots of friends to go and stay and see for themselves how good it is!
Mrs Morrallee
January 2016
A delightful cottage lacking nothing. We were made to feel at home instantly by the warm welcome from the owner. A lot of thought has gone into presenting a holiday home of the highest standard. Thank you for making our holiday so relaxing.
Mrs Potts, March 2016
January 2016
A delightful cottage lacking nothing.. We were made to feel at home instantly by the warm welcome from the owner. A lot of thought has gone into presenting a holiday home of the highest standard. Thank you for making our holiday so relaxing.
Dr Harrison
December 2015
A superb holiday cottage which was immaculately clean, thoughtfully decorated and well equipped. The host was welcoming. Would highly recommend, thank you.
Miss Roberts, January 2016
December 2015
A superb holiday cottage which was immaculately clean, thoughtfully decorated and well equipped.. The host was welcoming. Would highly recommend, thank you.
Mr Hall
November 2015
The accommodation was excellent, warm and inviting. In particular the kitchen was a bright and comfortable environment to prepare and eat meals. The owner gave a good introduction to the property, offered good advice on the area and was on hand to deal with any issues that might arise. Although the weather for our week could be classed as soggy we really enjoyed our holiday and will be back, hopefully when the climate is more kind.
Dr Harrison, December 2015
November 2015
The accommodation was excellent, warm and inviting.. In particular the kitchen was a bright and comfortable environment to prepare and eat meals. The owner gave a good introduction to the property, offered good advice on the area and was on hand to deal with any issues that might arise. Although the weather for our week could be classed as "soggy" we really enjoyed our holiday and will be back, hopefully when the climate is more kind.
Mr Hooper
October 2015
We really enjoyed staying in Blacksmith's Cottage, it was very clean and cosy and it had everything we needed. The location was ideal for exploring both the Yorkshire Dales and Moors. We will definitely be looking to stay at this property again in the future.
Ms Bibb
September 2015
A cosy well equipped cottage in a beautiful location.
Mr Hall, November 2015
September 2015
We really enjoyed staying in Blacksmith's Cottage, it was very clean and cosy and it had everything we needed.. The location was ideal for exploring both the Yorkshire Dales and Moors. We will definitely be looking to stay at this property again in the future.
Mr Hooper, September 2015
September 2015
A cosy well equipped cottage in a beautiful location..
Mr Norman
August 2015
The cottage was beautifully presented and very clean, it is in a fantastic location. We will certainly visit Blacksmith's Cottage again in future.
Mr Webber
July 2015
Had a lovely welcome we had from the owner. The Cottage is so well furnished and comfortable, we could not find any fault. On the whole this is the best cottage we have ever stayed in and we will definitely be going back. We cannot praise it enough.
Ms Bibb, September 2015
July 2015
The cottage was beautifully presented and very clean, it is in a fantastic location.. We will certainly visit Blacksmith's Cottage again in future.
Mr Fletcher
June 2015
Had an amazing time at the cottage.
Mr Norman, July 2015
June 2015
Had a lovely welcome we had from the owner.. The Cottage is so well furnished and comfortable, we could not find any fault. On the whole this is the best cottage we have ever stayed in and we will definitely be going back. We cannot praise it enough.
Mrs Webber, June 2015
June 2015
Had an amazing time at the cottage..
Mrs Kemp
May 2015
The cottage had everything you need for a great holiday and more. An ideal base for exploring the Dales set in a beautiful and friendly village.
Mr Rigby
May 2015
The property was welcoming, comfortable and prepared to a very high standard. It was excellent value for money and located in some of the loveliest countryside in England.
Mr Fletcher, June 2015
May 2015
The cottage had everything you need for a great holiday and more.. An ideal base for exploring the Dales set in a beautiful and friendly village.
Mrs Kemp, May 2015
May 2015
The property was welcoming, comfortable and prepared to a very high standard.. It was excellent value for money and located in some of the loveliest countryside in England.
Mr Ritchie
April 2015
The accommodation was first class and the owners were very friendly. The village pub was excellent dog friendly.
Mrs Close
April 2015
We have just returned from a relaxing week in Blacksmith's Cottage, a wonderful find. It was cosy, very comfortable, well equipped and in an excellent location for lots of walks and attractions. The locals were very friendly and there is an excellent pub a few doors away. Everything you require is on hand in the cottage, which is maintained to a very high standard. Our Jack Russell was comfortable too!
Anthony P
April 2015
This cottage has been recently converted and offers homely and luxurious accommodation in this hill top village, 5 minutes drive from Richmond. It is very well equipped with up to date quality appliances and all those little extras to make you feel at home. The owners were very welcoming. There were many country walks from the doorstep and the local pub only yards away served excellent beer and food. Best Sunday Lunch we have eaten in years! We would love to return again for a relaxing break.
Mrs Rigby, May 2015
April 2015
We have just returned from a relaxing week in Blacksmith's Cottage, a wonderful find.. It was cosy, very comfortable, well equipped and in an excellent location for lots of walks and attractions. The locals were very friendly and there is an excellent pub a few doors away. Everything you require is on hand in the cottage, which is maintained to a very high standard. Our Jack Russell was comfortable too!
Mrs Close, April 2015
April 2015
The accommodation was first class and the owners were very friendly.. The village pub was excellent & dog friendly.
Mr Cooke
February 2015
The owners of this property should be very proud of what they have on offer. Everything about the cottage is first class. What a great place to stay, the surrounding area is really nice as well.
Mr Patston
January 2015
Liked the location and the high standard of the accommodation. Cottage was only 1 minute walk from an excellent pub and within a 5 minute drive of Richmond.
Mr Ritchie, April 2015
January 2015
The owners of this property should be very proud of what they have on offer.. Everything about the cottage is first class. What a great place to stay, the surrounding area is really nice as well.
Mr Cooke, January 2015
January 2015
Liked the location and the high standard of the accommodation.. Cottage was only 1 minute walk from an excellent pub and within a 5 minute drive of Richmond.
Mrs Spibey
November 2014
Blacksmith's cottage was absolutely perfect for our quiet relaxing weekend, it ticked all the boxes.
Mrs Varey
October 2014
The accommodation was charming and excellently furnished with many thoughtful additions for our comfort and relaxation. The hospitality was more than expected with personal attention and touches such as a welcome pack especially for us. We would love to return at sometime.
Mrs Drury
October 2014
The Cottage was light, comfortable and immaculately clean. It was very well equipped, a home from home. It is set within a pretty friendly village with a dog friendly pub just up the road who serve excellent food.
Mr Patston, January 2015
October 2014
Blacksmith's cottage was absolutely perfect for our quiet relaxing weekend, it ticked all the boxes..
Mrs Spibey, October 2014
October 2014
The accommodation was charming and excellently furnished with many thoughtful additions for our comfort and relaxation.. The hospitality was more than expected with personal attention and touches such as a welcome pack especially for us. We would love to return at sometime.
Mr Russell
September 2014
The Cottage had everything we needed, it was beautiful inside and very clean and comfortable. The owners made us feel very welcome.
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September 2014
Beautiful setting and tranquility.
Mrs Varey, October 2014
September 2014
The Cottage was light, comfortable and immaculately clean.. It was very well equipped, a home from home. It is set within a pretty friendly village with a dog friendly pub just up the road who serve excellent food.
Mrs Drury, September 2014
September 2014
Beautiful setting and tranquility..
Ms Carey
August 2014
Gorgeous cottage with lots of lovely welcoming touches, we felt very much at home.
Mrs Stanley
August 2014
This beautiful cottage far exceeded both my husband's and my expectations. As soon as we arrived we were blown away with how amazing it was. It was refurbished and furnished to a very high standard and a great deal of money and thought had gone into the layout. The Cottage was very warm - in addition to the log burner in the sitting room there were also wall heaters in every room. In the kitchen everything was available from detergent down to bin liners, we just had to supply our own food. The bathroom boasted a large shaped bath with two overhead showers, one as large as a dinner plate and the other a small one that could be hand held. It had a heated towel rail plus underfloor heating. Carefully positioned skylights had been fitted throughout the Cottage which gave the cottage incredible light during the day. Outside the French windows at the back of the Cottage was a small enclosed patio with potted plants which were tended to regularly. There was also a very beautiful table and chairs for us to use if we chose to eat outside. Outside the front of the cottage was a black wrought iron bench as well. As well as the usual TV, Freeview and DVD player we also had the use of a CD player and WiFi had been fitted the week before we arrived. This proved to be very reliable. DVD's, games, books and local brochures were also all supplied.
Ms Lees
August 2014
Everything you could possibly need, like home from home. Lovely welcome from a lovely couple, the whole village were very friendly.
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August 2014
The Cottage had everything we needed, it was beautiful inside and very clean and comfortable.. The owners made us feel very welcome.
Mr Russell, August 2014
August 2014
This beautiful cottage far exceeded both my husband's and my expectations.. As soon as we arrived we were blown away with how amazing it was. It was refurbished and furnished to a very high standard and a great deal of money and thought had gone into the layout. The Cottage was very warm - in addition to the log burner in the sitting room there were also wall heaters in every room. In the kitchen everything was available from detergent down to bin liners, we just had to supply our own food. The bathroom boasted a large shaped bath with two overhead showers, one as large as a dinner plate and the other a small one that could be hand held. It had a heated towel rail plus underfloor heating. Carefully positioned skylights had been fitted throughout the Cottage which gave the cottage incredible light during the day. Outside the French windows at the back of the Cottage was a small enclosed patio with potted plants which were tended to regularly. There was also a very beautiful table and chairs for us to use if we chose to eat outside. Outside the front of the cottage was a black wrought iron bench as well. As well as the usual TV, Freeview and DVD player we also had the use of a CD player and WiFi had been fitted the week before we arrived. This proved to be very reliable. DVD's, games, books and local brochures were also all supplied.
Mrs Stanley, August 2014
August 2014
Gorgeous cottage with lots of lovely welcoming touches, we felt very much at home..
Ms Carey, August 2014
August 2014
Everything you could possibly need, like home from home.. Lovely welcome from a lovely couple, the whole village were very friendly.
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