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Churchby

Kirkby Malzeard, near Ripon, Yorkshire
Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
No Dogs
5 star
Towels included
Romantic
Luxury
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
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At a glance

  • Superb  romantic country cottage set in pretty village location, AONB
  • Ideally situated for an abundance of activities
  • Traditional 1700's cottage with understated elegant interiors
  • Private courtyard perfect for summer evenings
  • Cosy up next to the wood burner after a day out sight seeing
  • Access to the Yorkshire Dales National Park
Property code: OC-G0033

Located in the picture-postcard village of Kirkby Malzeard, guests can enjoy a range of local conveniences close to hand. A village shop, butchers, antique shop and traditional country pub are in walking distance, each found less than half a mile away from the property. Benefiting from some of the most spectacular views in the country, the Yorkshire Dales provide direct access to unfettered natural beauty. Choose one of the many country walks nearby or opt for some cosmopolitan vibes and drive the 6 miles to Ripon. For historical insight, Ripley Castle is only 11 miles away and Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden are 7.5 miles away.

The inside of this fairy-tale cottage is immediately inviting. Put down your bags and make yourselves at home. The first stop is the homely sitting room, a gorgeous space with open beams and original stone fireplace. Complete with a wood burner, sumptuous seating, throws and all sorts of mod cons, all generations will feel at ease. Pick your favourite pew and relax; a selection of books and a Smart TV with Netflix provide access to worlds of fun, action and romance, whilst board games offer traditional entertainment. For a gentle soundtrack to your holiday, a Bose Bluetooth speaker allows you to connect your devices and play out your favourite tunes. Further inside the property, a stylish and generously-sized kitchen/diner awaits with a lovely surprise: a welcome hamper full of goodies. A bright, clean space, the kitchen has ample worktop space for food preparation and also has an oven and hob, fridge and dishwasher. For extra convenience, there is also a downstairs utility room with a WC and freezer. At the opposite end of the kitchen is the dining area. Sit around the table and look out the window, watching the world pass by with a hot cup of tea or gather the family around for a game of cards. When you are ready to drift off to sleep, two bedrooms can be found upstairs. The master bedroom exudes comfort and warmth and comprises of a king-size French-style bed, large wardrobe and thoughtful details. The second bedroom is next door to the master and is a delightful single perfect for a child. With intricate detailing and plenty of home comforts, it is a truly relaxing space. The property's bathroom is also upstairs and comes with a bath with overhead shower, perfect for soothing aching legs after a day's walking.

Outside there is a pretty walled courtyard with table and chairs. Take your morning brew outside and listen to the chiming of the church bells next door. In the evenings, the courtyard is the perfect spot for a local ale or glass of vino as birds swoop and soar in the sky above.

 

  • Sleeps 2 + 1
  • 2 bedrooms: 1 king-size bed, 1 single
  • 1 bathroom: bath with overhead shower and WC
  • Downstairs utility room: WC and freezer
  • Nespresso Coffee pod machine
  • Welcome hamper
  • Wood burner
  • Books and board games provided
  • Internet access
  • Smart TV with Netflix and soundbar
  • BOSE Bluetooth speaker
  • Please note: due to the age of the property, there are steep stairs which maybe unsuitable for some guests
  • Private, walled courtyard
  • Pub within a few hundred yards
  • Shop within a few hundred yards
  • Unallocated roadside parking outside the property, further parking available within the village
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Rachel Stowe

This property is personally managed by Rachel.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 15 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Lesley 20th June 2026

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A beautiful cottage, well located for visits to moors and dales and everything in between. We were very comfortable and felt sad to leave.

Reviewed by Robert 4th January 2026

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Cosy, warm, well equipped cottage. Centrally located for Nidderdale, Ripon, Fountains Abbey and other places of interest. Very comfortable bed, spacious kitchen/dining area. Good wifi and phone signal. Good communication with the owner and excellent value.

Reviewed by Andy 21st November 2025

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Reviewed by Ian 15th September 2025

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Absolutely thrilled with our stay, in this delightful cottage and village.

Reviewed by Christine 5th September 2025

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Lovely cottage, beautifully equipped, thoughtfully decorated and very clean and comfortable.

Reviewed by Mary 4th July 2025

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Good mix of modern comfort and period charm in this cottage. Located in a lovely village with lots of places locally to visit. The cottage was well set out with a very comfy bedroom and excellent kitchen diner. Good to have an outdoor seating area which was an afternoon sun trap ideal for a welcome home drink. There was no allocated parking but hadRead more no trouble parking on the street. A visit to the local butcher shop is a must if you are cooking. Hide

Reviewed by Lynn 30th May 2025

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Our Cottage was all we expected,Mrs Allan, had thought of all we may need. Such a cosy cottage in beautiful park of Yorkshire dales. We would recommend this property to any one who would like a break from the hubbub of daily life time to chill have some fabulous experiences in Yorkshire.

Reviewed by Joan 1st April 2025

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It was cosy and comfortable, very well equipped and well situated for many interesting towns, country walks and tourist attractions

Reviewed by Lee 22nd March 2025

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A charming, cosy cottage, in a perfect location to visit major attractions in north Yorks. Well furnished, very clean with a very comfortable bed. Owner extremely helpful.

Reviewed by Elaine 20th September 2024

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The cottage was beautiful and a great location for touring Yorkshire. Very well equipped and cosy.

Reviewed by Fred 15th September 2024

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We were very pleased with the cottage. Everything we needed was there. Overall a five star rating.

Reviewed by Jean 6th September 2024

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Lovely cottage, in a lovely village. It was a pleasure to settle back home after our days outing, get food on, get fire on and ,,,,pour a drink. Locals friendly - outside the chippie waiting for our order: opens two nights Friday and Saturday, Butchers good, didnt use the pub so cant comment. Ripon, market town for Booths, Sainsburys and shopping. Read moreChurchby great location for seeing the sights, enjoying the Dales landscape, panoramic views, villages, history and traditional pubs. Recommend. Hide

Reviewed by Drew 30th July 2024

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We had a great holiday and would have no hesitations going back.

Reviewed by Brian 5th July 2024

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This is a fantastic cottage, exceeded our expectations Would highly recommend to all

Reviewed by Anne 28th June 2024

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We loved this cottage, one of the best we have ever stayed at. It was extremely comfortable and was equipped with everything we needed. The welcome pack was absolutely brilliant. It's a great location and the owner gives lots of recommendations for lovely meals. Walking is great in this area, as well as all the lovely market towns.

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