Nestling in a pretty, wooded glade, at the end of a half mile private road, Wagtail Cottage is one of a small group of properties surrounded by open farmland. Tucked away in peaceful countryside on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales, close to Gisburn Forest with its mountain bike tracks and walking routes, Wagtail Cottage is situated at the end of a half mile private road. This comfortable cottage is one of a small group of properties surrounded by open farmland situated within the Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Due to their effort to be environmentally friendly, the owners achieved a Gold Star Standard Award from the Green Tourism Business Scheme. Heating and hot water are supplied by a central boiler fuelled by wood chip, and all lighting is by low energy bulbs. All cleaning products are made on site from natural materials.
Garden produce can be purchased when available. The cottages and farmhouse have all been comfortably furnished to a high standard and provide excellent holiday accommodation, which is personally managed by the owners and their family. Well maintained the cottages all have their own patios, which then merge into landscaped gardens, making this an idyllic and peaceful setting for a rural holiday.
On site there is a 10 x 5m heated indoor swimming pool, a games room with table tennis, pool table, table football and childrens' games as well as a full size snooker table. A tennis court and 7 a side football field provide entertainment for the more energetically minded but for those with peace and quiet in mind an afternoon by the stream can be most relaxing. Holidaymakers have access to the farmland, through which there some very pleasant walks. For the more adventurous the Three Peaks are on the doorstep where the open fells and moors provide a superb backdrop for more stunning scenery. Close by is Gisburn Forest, where there are many way-marked cycle trails and walks. For mountain bikers there are some excellent trails in the Gisburn Forest which are suitable for all levels. There is secure bike storage and bike wash available on site. There is also coarse fishing on Stocks Reservoir and fly fishing on the River Ribble.
The busy, attractive market town of Settle is just seven miles away and the Yorkshire Dales, Trough of Bowland and Lake District are all easily accessible by car.
GROUND FLOOR:
Kitchen/Diner: Electric range cooker and granite worktops, microwave, dishwasher. Dining table and chairs.
Utility Room: Washing machine, tumble dryer, fridge freezer, toilet and washbasin. Back door to private patio and shared garden.
Lounge: Stone fireplace with woodburning stove,Add on to complimentary basket of logs (October - Easter) TV with Freeview, DVD, VCR, iPod docking station.
Snug: Settees and childrens' games.
Bedroom 1: Double bedroom, wardrobe, chest of drawers.
Ensuite: Shower, toilet and washbasin.
Hall: (providing level access to the ground floor)
FIRST FLOOR:
Bedroom 2: King Size bed, wardrobe, dressing table.
Ensuite: Shower, toilet and washbasin.
Bedroom 3: Twin beds, wardrobe, chest of drawers.
Bedroom 4: Twin beds, wardrobe, chest of drawers.
Bedroom 5: King size double bed, wardrobe, dressing table.
Ensuite: Shower, toilet and washbasin.
Bedroom 6: Twin beds, wardrobe, dressing table.
Bathroom: Bath, shower cubicle, washbasin and toilet.
Pets: Three pets welcome (to be kept on leads within the cottage complex grounds).
Parking: Ample parking
Garden: Private enclosed patio with furniture and barbecue, and shared gardens.
Heating: Full central heating.
Short breaks: Not accepted at peak times.
Notes: Towels are provided. Cot and high chair available, cot bedding provided. Unlimited wifi is available free of charge.Payphone on site. A basket of logs is provided on arrival but further bags provided at a cost of £3 for a small bag (weekend visits) and £5 for a big bag (week long visits). Smoking is not allowed at this property. The mobile phone signal is weak. Please note the swimming pool is closed on Saturdays between 10.30 am and 12 (1.5 hours) for private swimming lessons.
Pub & Shop: 4 miles.
SETTLE
Settle is a busy market town enjoying some of the most beautiful scenery in North Yorkshire. The town provides a great base for exploring the Yorkshire Dales. Settle has a market on Tuesdays, from far and near. There is ample car parking space available in the town's 3 car-parks situated within easy walking distance of the town centre. There are plenty of shops, pubs, cafes and restaurants in the town centre. The market place is surrounded by local businesses and the centre is dominated by the Shambles, a historic 3-storey building with shops on two levels and houses above. Within Settle is the railway station serving the community with a regular passenger service.