Stow House

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“Large, country vicarage with a cool, modern makeover offering uncluttered, light-filled rooms and glorious views over Wensleydale. Expect contemporary art, vintage furnishings, sensational cocktails and a tranquil atmosphere. A lovely country hideaway.”

Hotel review

From the outside, it may look a solid Victorian vicarage but step over the threshold and it’s clear that a cool, designer eye has been at work. Stripped floorboards, unadorned windows, softly coloured walls and boldly painted woodwork form the backdrop to modern artwork and an eclectic collection of vintage and modern furnishings. Clever but understated, it’s designed so that your eye is always drawn to the views from the windows: the sheep-dotted fields and soft moorland of Wensleydale. Light-filled and restful, it comes as no surprise to learn that Phil and Sarah Bucknall, who masterminded the makeover, are ex-creatives from London’s advertising world. Bedrooms are similarly light and uncluttered, and designed to make the most of the views. Indeed, you can wake up in the morning and have a perfect bedside view of sheep, cows and clouds. Some rooms have open beams, others enormous bathrooms and some have a bath in the bedroom. After breakfast - a relaxed affair that might include smoked salmon, home-made granola as well as a full cooked - you can go for a walk from the doorstep, explore the nearby Aysgarth Falls or take a book into the garden and enjoy the views. Before supper, enjoy one of Phil’s infamous cocktails. They’re as good as the scenery for making you feel relaxed and at one with the world in this wonderfully peaceful setting.

Helen Pickles
Helen Pickles Review published: 26/02/2024

Recommended for

  • Active Holiday

    • Set in the heart of the Yorkshire dales, this is a charming base to return to after a day hiking, cycling or horse riding

  • Romantic Break

    • The Lovebirds room is designed with couples in mind with its large cast iron bath, his and her sink, and lovely views

  • Local exploring

    • With Bolton Castle, pretty Leyburn, Malham Cove, and White Scar Caves nearby there is plenty to explore locally

  • Sights nearby

    • Aysgarth Falls and Hawes village with Wensleydale Creamery are both nearby

  • Great walks

    • Beautiful walks in the surrounding Aysgarth area

  • Museums

    • Visit the charming Dales Countryside Museum

  • Pet friendly

    • All but two of the bedooms are dog friendly

  • Riding

    • Can be arranged with the hotel

  • No restaurant

    • Breakfast is served

  • Artworks

  • House party feel

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Country Escape

  • Total relaxation

  • Groups

  • Owner managed

  • Contemporary

  • B&B

  • Child friendly

  • Village

  • Boutique

Facilities

  • Rooms

    7 rooms in this hotel

  • Bar

    There's an honesty bar and each evening cocktails can be selected from the Savoy Cocktail book

  • Pet friendly

    All but two of the bedooms are dog friendly

  • Walking distance restaurants

    There are two pubs within walking distance

  • No restaurant

    Breakfast is served

  • Library

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Garden

  • Fireplace

  • Parking

  • Wifi

  • Child friendly

Activities

  • Sights nearby

    • Aysgarth Falls and Hawes village with Wensleydale Creamery are both nearby

  • Great walks

    • Beautiful walks in the surrounding Aysgarth area

  • Museums

    • Visit the charming Dales Countryside Museum

  • Riding

    • Can be arranged with the hotel

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Stow House

Originally published by Good Hotel Guide

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