Cottage in Craven District
4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valueWell priced for this area
About this cottage rental
During the 19th century, reading rooms were once commonplace across much of rural Yorkshire: they were places to congregate, educate, debate and elucidate in a time long before mass media and 24 hour news. Practically every Dales hamlet had one, and this charming building was Oughtershaw's: located right opposite the village school, it was patronised by philanthropic Wood family, who owned nearby Oughtershaw Hall.
Today, the building retains all the period charm you could ask for. Topped by York stone roof tiles, surrounded by trimmed lawns and bordered by a tinkling book, it looks like it could have stumbled straight from the pages of All Creatures Great And Small. For those who have previously stayed at Oughtershaw Hall, it also makes an ideal village getaway if you're returning as part of a smaller group.
One well-behaved dog aged one and over is welcome.
Location-wise, you're in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales here, surrounded by green fields, hills and drystone walls: blissful isolation, and superb walking country. But if you do feel like being social, there are several renowned pubs within driving distance, and the market town of Hawes, 6 miles to the north, is on hand for supplies.
Today, the building retains all the period charm you could ask for. Topped by York stone roof tiles, surrounded by trimmed lawns and bordered by a tinkling book, it looks like it could have stumbled straight from the pages of All Creatures Great And Small. For those who have previously stayed at Oughtershaw Hall, it also makes an ideal village getaway if you're returning as part of a smaller group.
One well-behaved dog aged one and over is welcome.
Location-wise, you're in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales here, surrounded by green fields, hills and drystone walls: blissful isolation, and superb walking country. But if you do feel like being social, there are several renowned pubs within driving distance, and the market town of Hawes, 6 miles to the north, is on hand for supplies.
Amenities at The Reading Rooms - a pet friendly that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Craven District
Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Nov 2025
An immaculate property. Its quiet position made a very relaxing break. Lovely walks on the doorstep and will return soon.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Oct 2025
Fabulous stay in this wonderful cottage. So comfortable, good quality linen and towels , plenty of hot water and the most comprehensively equipped kitchen I have encountered in a holiday rental for years .
The house was immaculately clean , with a good supply of logs for the woodburner.
Situated in a very quiet part of the Dales , with walking straight from the door , we couldn’t have asked for more and highly recommend.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Sep 2025
We had a wonderful stay at the Reading Rooms this is our 3 rd stay this year at a Catch the Breeze property
They are all finished to an amazing standard
We could not recommend highly enough We will be back very soon
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Aug 2025
We had the most wonderful stay, a beautiful home which was hard to leave, but when we did the property is perfectly located to get to experience the beauty that is The Dales.
the fact we could walk outside and be on the Dales Way was beautiful.
We took our Labrador and the property as well as the surroundings were just perfect for a week away with the dog.
Ben was brilliant and checked in to make sure we had what we need.
The welcome hamper for us and the dog were such lovely touches.
The most comfortable bed!
Did not want to leave, we will be finding more of the properties to stay in across the UK.
Can not recommend enough!!
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Top rated by guests
10.0Outstanding
(8 Ratings)
"An immaculate property. Its quiet position made a very relaxing break. Lovely walks on the doorstep and will return soon."
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