Guests say
Low Bank is a well-received cottage in the peaceful village of Austwick, praised for its cleanliness, comfort, and prime location for walks and local amenities. Guests appreciate the modern amenities, spaciousness, and the property's suitability as a relaxing retreat. The village's friendly atmosphere and proximity to attractions add to the positive experience, although some minor maintenance issues are noted.
Guests consistently describe the property as spotlessly clean, with many reviews highlighting the cleanliness as a standout feature. The attention to cleanliness contributes significantly to the overall positive experience of the guests.
The cottage's location in Austwick is frequently praised for its peacefulness, beautiful scenery, and convenience for both local walks and amenities. The proximity to a village shop, pub, and nearby attractions like Settle and the Yorkshire Dales is highly valued by guests.
Reviewers find the cottage very comfortable, with special mentions of the comfortable beds and the cosy, well-equipped living spaces. The property is described as spacious and welcoming, contributing to a relaxing stay.
The property is well-equipped with modern facilities, including a smart TV and Wi-Fi. However, some guests mention minor maintenance issues such as a noisy boiler and the need for better kitchen equipment. The lack of gates on the decking is also noted by pet owners.
While guests are pleased with the overall experience, there is insufficient information regarding specific thoughtful gestures or gifts provided by the hosts. Therefore, a score cannot be accurately assigned to this category.
About this property
In a beautiful, rural location, opposite a church in the peaceful North Yorkshire village of Austwick, is this charming, newly refurbished throughout, detached bungalow. Low Bank provides ground floor accommodation for a couple or small family wanting to explore the Yorkshire dales and take advantage of the excellent walking opportunities amidst the stunning countryside which surrounds them. With a private driveway offering ample off-road parking, head into Low Bank and discover a cosy sitting room, where you can relax each evening after a long day of exploring, whilst enjoying a glass of wine or watching something on the TV. The spacious kitchen/diner has seating for four, ideal for gathering together for meals, to play family games and make plans for the days to come, and on a warm day, open the bi-fold doors that lead to a patio, to let in plenty of natural light and a fresh breeze. Meanwhile, the kitchen area is fully-equipped with all of the amenities you will need to serve up delicious meal after delicious meal, with a dishwasher to take care of the washing up and a washing machine and tumble dryer, for added convenience. There are two bedrooms in this property, the main bedroom with a king-size double bed and a twin bedded room, ideal for a variety of groups; both rooms are spacious and have plenty of storage for your belongings, while the high-quality and beautifully designed shower room is where you can start off each day with a refreshing rinse. Outside, there is a patio with furniture at the front of the property, ideal for enjoying breakfast in the sunshine or a morning coffee. Austwick village has plenty of useful amenities, with the closest shop and pub practically on the doorstep, along with several restaurants and even a tennis club. Austwick beck runs through the village, providing a pretty setting for an afternoon stroll, while the market town of Settle is a short distance away, offering its own selection of amenities and attractions. Head to The Folly, a museum and house of mystery, enjoy a round of golf at the golf club, stroll beside the River Ribble and see the magnificent waterfall of Stainforth Force. Head over to Ingleton for the Ingleton Waterfalls Trail, a 4-mile trail that showcases a variety of plant life and geological features, and be within easy reach of White Scar Cave, the UK's longest show cave, filled with subterranean passages, waterfalls and caverns, and climb one of Yorkshire's three peaks, Ingleborough, standing at over 700m and offering stunning views as far as Morecambe Bay from its summit. Low Bank is the ideal retreat for walkers seeking the best of the Yorkshire Dales countryside.
Austwick is a charming village, situated on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, arguably one of the finest areas for walking in the region. With limestone pavements and scars, caves and open moors, the area has a wealth of natural interest and there are wonderful cycle tracks and walks on the doorstep. Austwick boasts a local pub serving excellent home cooked meals and a country hotel for something a little more special, as well as a shop and Post Office for visitors’ daily requirements. This quiet village is nicely off the beaten track, yet the market towns of Settle, Kirkby Lonsdale, Skipton and Kendal are all within easy driving distance.
Accommodation
All-ground-floor.
2 bedrooms: 1 x king-size double, 1 x twin.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room
Oil central heating.
Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer.
Smart TV and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 2 cars.
Patio garden with furniture.
One well-behaved pet welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub within 200 ft.
Note: Although this property is all-ground-floor, there are a few steps up into the property
Nearby points of interest
- Gordale Scar
- Forest of Bowland
Reviews (39)
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Sue
Austwick is a fabulously traditional little village with lovely walks either round the village or to nearby villages right from the doorstep. Highly recommend for a relaxing get away from it all !
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Susan
It has a fridge freezer which was handy, the Wi-Fi was first class and we would definitely recommend this property and hope to return in the near future. For book lovers the church opposite has a book shed of preloved books. There is a bus almost at the door if you want to leave your car behind which takes you to Kirby Lonsdale, Settle and Skipton. From Settle and Skipton there is rail connections. So in conclusion although it is in the countryside itâs is easily accessible by public transport. All in all in our top three accommodations based on our experiences over many years of staying in self catering.
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Karen
It was spacious, clean and comfortable and the addition of a tumble dryer was most appreciated. There is no rear garden and the rear windows face directly onto a neighbourâs garden which at first we found to be very off putting. The steps leading to the front door may not be suitable for everyone. We enjoyed our week here but some things would benefit from the owners attention to bring the property up to its 5 star rating. There were insufficient baking trays for 4 people, they were well used and we had to scrub them before use as food was baked on them, the oven was also in dire need of a thorough clean. There was no bread bin, or plastic / Pyrex jugs or a gravy boat. The duvet cover and pillow slips were torn on one of the single beds and a mattress had a very large stain on it ( photo evidence retained ). We also had to keep the windows closed in both bedrooms as the boiler flu was situated between the rooms and the fumes were very unpleasant. No reading material, local maps or walking guides were provided which was a shame and the outside lights did not work, which made it difficult to negotiate the steps in the pitch dark as there is no street lighting in the village. The description of the accommodation was described accurately and provided the points we have raised are addressed we would happily recommend the property for a happy holiday.