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Bells Barn

Crakehall, near Bedale, Yorkshire
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Decorated for Christmas
Pub nearby
Complex
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At a glance

  • A spacious, light-filled and stylish ground-floor retreat in the heart of North Yorkshire
  • Featuring a welcoming wood burner, wheelchair access and a delightful open patio courtyard
  • Situated in a peaceful rural location within easy reach of Bedale, Richmond, and the Yorkshire Dales
Property code: OC-B30354

Part of a small group of cheerful properties which can be booked together by larger groups, this charming retreat makes a fantastic base for couples and families discovering the quaint villages, breathtaking countryside and historic sites of a spellbinding corner of North Yorkshire. The cottage lies just a mile from the picturesque village of Crakehall with its friendly pub and large central green. Home to some fascinating historic sites, the Georgian town of Richmond is to the north (10.5 miles) and the bustling town of Bedale to the south (2.5 miles), known for its weekly market, enticing craft and antique shops and the popular Big Sheep and Little Cow Farm. Nidderdale, the Yorkshire Dales and the North York Moors are all within 15 miles, with local attractions including Jervaulx Abbey, Constable Burton Hall and Gardens, Harmby Waterfall, the ruins of Middleham Castle, and the Forbidden Corner all within 7 miles.

Entering this delightful hideaway, the spacious open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner provides an ideal spot for you all to get together and unwind after a great day out. The welcoming lounge has flagstone flooring, a Smart TV and a lovely wood burner, perfect for relaxing in front of following a hearty meal around the dining table over in the corner. The sleek and beautifully organised kitchen has a wealth of equipment for rustling up family feasts. When it’s time to turn in for the night, you will have a choice of two fresh and cosy bedrooms, each with French doors opening out onto the patio: there’s a bright and stylish king-size room and a cheerful twin. The accommodation is rounded off with an elegant, beautifully tiled wet room with a shower and WC.

Heading outside, the open courtyard has a charming patio with outdoor furniture, offering a relaxing spot for a BBQ or a morning coffee. The property also offers access to a shared grassy area, enclosed paddock and drying room. There’s shared bike storage space, and allocated parking for two cars.

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 king-size, 1 twin
  • 1 wet room with shower and WC
  • Electric oven, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, Bosch Happy Pod Tassimo coffee machine
  • Wood burner – first basket of logs supplied
  • Smart TV in lounge
  • Patio with outdoor furniture and BBQ
  • Separate Paddock for dogs to exercise and play, or let the kids play. Note this is a standard fenced field and dogs should be monitored at all times
  • Private allocated parking spaces for 2 cars
  • Pub 1 mile, shop 2.5 miles
  • Access to shared drying room, bike store, enclosed paddock and grassed area
  • This property's eco credentials include ground source heating
  • Larger groups can book adjacent cottages, please contact us for details
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Rupert Spiers

This property is personally managed by Rupert.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 10 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Charlie 3rd June 2026

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All very comfortable and well thought out. Nice walks via nearby footpaths direct from the cottage There are other cottages in the complex so not totally isolated.

Reviewed by Mark 26th May 2026

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Lovely big place , has everything required for a long or short stay , wonderfully located to be close to alot of places . Would use again .

Reviewed by Martin 12th April 2026

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Super accommodation - furnishings, equipment, etc - in a great location if youre either looking for a base or a quiet spot just to get away from it all. Let down, though, by lack of any hot water during our 3-night stay (owner informed but nothing done before we left)

Reviewed by Patricia 2nd March 2026

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Well equipped home from home, relaxing and quiet. Unexpected power cut - but owner saved the day with candles

Reviewed by Jan 15th February 2026

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On arrival it was easy to find the key safe. On opening the door it was lovely to feel the warmth from the under floor heating. We found the cottage very well equipped, there was everything that we needed. The beds and bedding were comfy. The shower exceeded our expectations! On the whole a great place to stay. It was easy to get to the surrounRead moreding towns. Bedale was lovely, we ate at The Green Dragon and used the coffee houses. Hide

Reviewed by Bryan 31st December 2025

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The cottage was perfect in every sense that we expected and from previous reviews. The bag of logs, kindling, matches etc were most welcome. If I were to go again I would take one of those fans that sits on top of the fire to push out the heat from the fire or maybe the cottage could provide one for future reference?

Reviewed by Angela 23rd October 2025

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Reviewed by Claire 3rd October 2025

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Lovely cottage in a great place. Very clean and comfortable. We had a great stay, thank you.

Reviewed by Helen 29th June 2025

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We had a lovely stay location was great and Barn we loved . Would recommend and we would love to stay again .

Reviewed by James 21st June 2025

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Location

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