Cat Hole Cottages

High Smarber

Character-filled 3-bedroomed home, high above Swaledale in lovely surroundings

In an isolated rural setting a mile above Low Row, High Smarber is an idyllic retreat from the bustle of everyday life. Light and airy, with fantastic views over surrounding Swaledale, the house is warm and welcoming, with marvellous features such as lovely stone fireplaces and stripped pine floors. Soak up the sun on the south-facing terrace in the garden and glory in the beauty of Swaledale. Well-equipped and charmingly decorated, this stone cottage offers all the comforts of home in a stunning Yorkshire Dales setting.

Sorry, no smoking or pets.

See a Virtual Tour of High Smarber.

Week bookings run from Saturday to Saturday (reserve online or ring us on 01748 886366).

Short breaks are available (see FAQs) - please ring us to make a short break booking.

High Smarber is reached by a steep, winding single-track road. Please see FAQs for details about accessibility and/or ring us for advice.

Availability and price are shown on individual cottage pages (scroll down).

Character-filled 3-bedroomed home, high above Swaledale in lovely surroundings

There are a wealth of walks directly from High Smarber and in the local area, ranging from gentle strolls to strenuous hikes. Low Row is situated about four miles updale from Reeth, a bustling village with organic bakery, local shops, post office, pubs, cafe/bistro, tearooms, garage and Friday market. In Low Row the Punch Bowl Inn serves excellent food and Hazel Brow Farm is a local attraction popular with adults and children alike. A range of tearooms, restaurants, pubs, galleries, museums and craft shops are sprinkled throughout the dale. Larger shops are located within half an hour's drive at Leyburn, Barnard Castle, Richmond and Catterick Garrison (24 hr supermarket which also delivers). Bike hire at Fremington, 7 miles. Orange (only) mobile reception in Gunnerside area (patchy).

Please note, High Smarber is reached by a steep and winding single-track road, with some tight turns, but is perfectly accessible for most normal family car. Please ring for advice if at all concerned.

Sleeps 6.
All linen included.
Oil central heating, all oil included.
First bucket of coal for open fire provided (logs and coal available in Reeth).
TV.
Free broadband internet access.
Many guide books and maps available for guest use.
High chair, stairgate and cot provided (but not cot linen).
Payphone.
Washing machine.
Tumble dryer.
Dishwasher.
Fridge/freezer.
Covered parking for one car, further private parking for up to 3 cars.
South-facing enclosed garden with flagged patio and lawn area.
Bench and garden chairs available.
Please note, drainage at High Smarber is to a septic tank.
Please note, some doorways have low beams!
Sorry, no smoking or pets.

Week bookings run from Saturday to Saturday (reserve online or call 01748 886366).

Short breaks are available (see FAQs), with 3 night prices shown below. Please ring or email to make a short break booking, or for the price for a different number of nights.

Please be aware car access is suitable for confident drivers, as High Smarber is reached up a steep single track road - ring for advice, especially if booking during winter.

Information and Facilities

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Property Type:		Cottage
Number of Bedrooms:		3
Size(sq ft):
Accommodation Type:		Self Catering
Kitchen:		Roomy dining kitchen with fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, electric cooker with fan oven, coffeemaker and iron/ironing board. Separate utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer.
Living room:		Open fire, first bucket of coal provided, free wifi internet access, TV. Oil central heating throughout the house.
Bedrooms:		1 dble with king-size bed, 1 twin leading through to another twin.
Bathrooms:		Power shower over bath, WC and basin.
Outside:		Flagged patio and lawn areas, garden chairs and bench. Covered parking for one car, private parking for up to 3 cars (gate to be kept closed to keep out sheep and cows).
Swimming Pool:		No
Suitability:		For confident drivers, High Smarber is reached up a steep single track road, access is difficult in wintry weather.

Availability Calendar

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Prices

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The minimum stay is 3 nights. Prices shown are for a 3 night break or a full week. If you would like to stay for a different number of nights then please contact us for a quote.

All reservations are subject to a £10.00 booking fee.

Period		Prices
Start Date	End Date	Price per week (£)	3 Night Price (£)
21/12/2009	27/12/2009	510.00	N/A
28/12/2009	03/01/2010	540.00	N/A
04/01/2010	12/02/2010	310.00	215.00
13/02/2010	19/02/2010	390.00	N/A
20/02/2010	19/03/2010	310.00	215.00
20/03/2010	02/04/2010	350.00	245.00
03/04/2010	16/04/2010	470.00	N/A
17/04/2010	28/05/2010	390.00	275.00
29/05/2010	04/06/2010	530.00	N/A
05/06/2010	16/07/2010	470.00	340.00
17/07/2010	27/08/2010	530.00	N/A
28/08/2010	17/09/2010	470.00	340.00
18/09/2010	22/10/2010	350.00	245.00
23/10/2010	29/10/2010	530.00	N/A
30/10/2010	20/12/2010	310.00	215.00
21/12/2010	03/01/2011	530.00	N/A

Comments from our Guest Book

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Nov 09..."Back again for our annual Autumn break at High Smarber (our 10th visit!). Another great holiday with mild, dry weather and lovely walks each day. House warm and cosy and enjoyed the comfy sofa and chairs - thank-you. We'll be back again soon." Tina, Neil, Rebecca and Charlotte Parsonsen, Bath.

Oct 09..."Another very enjoyable week here at High Smarber - peace and quiet and great walks. No better holiday." Chris and Margaret English, Leicester.

Oct 09..."Recommended by the Prindle family (August), we have walked locally from the cottage - averaged 10 miles per day in cool and very windy but relatively dry weather. Cottage warm and quiet. Have thoroughly enjoyed the location and fabulous walks - last in Swaledale 30 years ago, but will be back." John and Angela Hermitage, West Sussex.

Aug 09..."Absolutely the most perfect holiday. My mother used to own Bents, just across the valley, and it truly feels like coming home, only now with my own children! The children have loved the freedom to roam alone over the moors and down the river. I don't want to go home. Thank-you." The Prindl family, Lostwithiel.

Aug 09..."Enjoyed scenery, weather OK. Rooms are nice. Overall it was a great holiday." Isobel Turton, age 12 and a half. "I love all the animals and walks, also the cottage." Joseph Turton, age 10 and a quarter. "I had a great time. The cottage great." Imogen Turton, age 10 and a quarter. The Turtons, East Sussex.

July 09..."A lovely place to stay at High Smarber, with such delightful scenery. We enjoyed many walks in Swaledale and Arkengarthdale. The walk to Great Shunner Fell was exhilarating. Ales at King's Head in Gunnerside very good. Punch Bowl meal was excellent. Thank-you." The Caddy family, West Sussex.

June 09..."Great location, views and birds. Nice and quiet. Weather sunny and hot to begin with and then Snow!!! Snow in June, hills white over - you needed to be here to believe it. Poor chicks!!" Mr and Mrs Lumber, Tideswell, Derbyshire.