Courtyard Cottages, Bedale

Completely rebuilt with original rustic brick and cobble, these delightful cottages with their beamed ceilings combine local country craftsmanship with all modern facilities. Cleverly designed and furnished, they provide superb holiday homes on the edge of the old market town of Bedale (James Herriot's "Gateway to the Dales") with its wide main street and cobbled parking. The cottages are conveniently situated at the foot of Wensleydale, (only 12 miles from Leyburn) with Swaledale and the North Yorkshire Moors within easy reach.

Double glazing, central heating and instant hot water. All gas, electric and bed linen included in the rent. Towels can be hired at £2 per person per week. Colour TV/Video, fridge, microwave, electric cooker and gas hob, washer, shaver point, barbecue and garden furniture. Private outdoor drying area and shared access to tumble dryer with slot meter. Plenty of off-road parking. For the benefit of other guests, all the cottages are non-smoking.

Entrance hall, spacious lounge with wood-burning stove (some fuel provided) and French doors onto the patio and mature lawned gardens.

The downstairs Bedroom has two single beds. Utility room with sink and washing machine. Downstairs bathroom with bath, shower over, toilet and basin. Stairs leading to the second bedroom with double bed and en-suite shower, toilet and basin. The third bedroom two single beds.