If you were going to write a description for the perfect country holiday cottage, then Rook’s Cottage would be it. It is a Grade 2 listed building tucked away near the church in the centre of Askrigg. It was built in 1825 according to its date stone in the fireplace and has a rare stone spiral turret staircase. Rook’s is full of traditional Dales character with massive oak beams, reputed to have been originally ships beams, York stone and pine boarded floors, sash windows and nooks and crannies in every wall. The Yorkshire Range with open fire in the kitchen is a great centrepiece for the room and there is a further cosy stove in the stone fireplace in the living room which is upstairs so that you get the best views of Wensleydale.
Rook’s Cottage has been fully refurbished with comfort in mind. It has a master bedroom with King-size bed and en suite shower room downstairs and a twin room upstairs, next door to the gorgeous bathroom with its roll top bath and separate shower. Downstairs is the farmhouse style dining kitchen-great for a leisurely meal chilling out around the antique pine dining table with a glass of wine and the fire lit. Up the Turret stairs is the delightful lounge with its own fireplace and large squishy leather sofas.
Also upstairs is the secret garden, which can only be accessed through the door at the top of the turret staircase. It is perfect for an alfresco glass of wine whilst hidden away in your own secret corner of Askrigg.
GROUND FLOOR:
Entrance: One step up to entrance
Kitchen/Diner: Electric ceramic hob, oven. Grill. Microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher. Original Yorkshire range with open fire, dining table and chairs, stone floor
Bedroom 1: King-size bed with chrome bed frame, Smart TV, dressing table, wardrobe.
En suite : Shower, washbasin, toilet a really characterful bedroom with original beamed ceiling.
11 steps up to the first floor is a spiral staircase.
First Floor:
Lounge: Two large comfortable leather sofas, side tables, Smart TV, wood burning stove in a feature stone surround (welcome pack of fuel provided), beamed ceilings, wood floor stone inset shelf, bookcase, door to small balcony
Bedroom 2: Twin beds, wardrobe, chest of drawers, beamed ceiling, wooden floor
Bathroom: Stand-alone double sided bath, shower, washbasin, toilet. Beamed ceiling, wooden floor.
Door to secret garden: Down one step to the enclosed seating area.
Pets: Two Dogs Welcome
Parking: Free parking on the cobbles in the village, further free parking 50 meters from the property on a first come first served basis.
Heating: Oil central heating with HIVE, wood burning stove in lounge (welcome pack of fuel provided)
Garden/Patio: Small balcony from the lounge door.
Short Breaks: Available all year round.
Mobility: Should there be any specific health or mobility difficulties which may affect a party member, this must be pointed out at the initial reservation stage so that the suitability of the property can be assessed. The property has Turret stairs leading to the first floor bedrooms, bathroom and lounge.
Notes: Towels are provided. Please note that this property does not allow smoking. Unlimited WiFi is available free of charge. Mobile phone signal is variable.
Shop: 0.1 miles Pub: 0.1 miles.