• Sleeps 5 (one double, one twin and a single). Twin beds can be pushed together to make a dble (dble duvet available, ask when booking). Extra single mattress available if required (on floor).
• Oil central heating. Electric convector fire in living room.
• All fuel and bedlinen included (sorry, personal towels are not included).
• Freesat Sky TV.
• Video and dvd players.
• Free wifi.
• Washing machine and tumble dryer in small outhouse.
• Dishwasher.
• Fridge/freezer.
• High chair, travel cot (cotlinen is not provided).
• Hairdryer.
• Parking for one car.
• Storage for equipment/bikes etc can be arranged with the owner - please enquire when booking.
• Well-behaved dogs welcome (strictly not upstairs or on furniture, please). Please mention when booking if you are bringing dogs (there is no extra charge).
• Sorry, no smoking.

Short breaks are available (see FAQs). Please ring us to make a short break booking, or for a price for a different number of nights.

Notes and Additional Information

Dec 11..."We have had a wonderful Christmas holiday. The kids have had a fantastic time, especially Jack (6) and Matty (4), who found Farmendon a very exciting place to stay. Great walking and some awesome scenery for cycling; a trip over to Wensleydale is arduous, but well worth it! Dogs happy, lovely area and a lovely place to stay. We have had a great holiday!""Really super, wicked holiday!!" Ellie (10), with Dave, Nicky, Jack, Matty and Sigurd, Egg and Daisy, the dogs, Long Eaton, Derbyshire.

Nov 11..."Our 2nd time in Swaledale, first Nettlebed, but this time in the village, which was cosy and comfortable at this time of year. Loved the position, garden and views - including the birds, the character and contents of this charming house. We'll be passing on our good impressions to family and friends." Anne Mills, Rugby, Edwina Beier, Leeds.

Oct 11..."Farmendon provided an excellent base for all we wanted to do. Comfortable and sapcious, with a lovely garden to sit in and/or enjoy the birds. the whole was enhanced by glorious sunny weather." Alison and Mike Perks, Gill and Tim Sansom, Scotland and England.

Aug 11..."Cottage - great, village - great, location - great, pub - great, walks - great, people - great, weather - great!!! If only I could sum up our holiday in one word..." The Walkers and dogs, Kennington, Oxford.

July 11..."A fantastic week in my favourite place on earth. Weather fab and King's Head even better. A superb cottage, will def. be back. Thank-you." A & T Ramshaw, with Sam and Jess, Consett, Co Durham.

July 11..."The cottage was just what we wanted, well-equipped and with a lovely blooming garden, full of birds. We hope to come back here!" Family Vanthuyne, Belgium.

July 11..." Great week, plenty of walking. Great views adn we enjoyed the birds in the garden. Nice welcome and excellent food at the pub in Muker." Liz and Roger Biggs, Wilts.

July 11..."A perfect two weeks. Weather not so good at times, but this comfortable cottage made it up. Perfect!" Linde and John, Norfolk.

June 11..."Another fabulous week - thanks. Especially commend Friday night fish and chips!" Sue George, Molly and Meg, Whitby.

May 11..."Lovely area and great walks. Very comfortable cottage - nice to come back to after a day's walking." John and Teresa Bryant, Vivien and Pete Skinner, Tonbridge and Worcester Park.

Apr 11..."Lovely cottage, glorious weather, beautiful garden, fantastic walks - what more could you want from a holiday!" Moore and Buist families, Belton and Sedgefield.

Apr 11..."We have had an excellent week walking over this wonderful area. A warm, comfortable, well-appointed house to collapse into. Don't miss the Georgian Theatre in Richmond!" Jenkins' party, Devon.

Apr 11..."Lovely holiday in this comfortable cottage. Very quiet and peaceful." John and Gill, Chester.

Feb 11..."We have had a wonderful week here - the perfect place to spend our Ruby anniversary. Farmendon is warm and comfortable and we loved the interesting furniture. We enjoyed our walks and the drives through dramatic scenery." Susan and Clive Turrell, Southend-on-Sea.

Oct 10…"Three wonderful days' weather. Cottage just as we hoped, and more. Birds wonderful, garden great, such good value - our best accommodation by far. Thanks so much.” The Warshaws and Hayletts, Surrey.

Oct 10…”The weather was not very kind to us, but we managed our favourite walks in sunshire. Thank-you so muchy for letting us come and hope we can return next year.” Tony and Betty Baines, with our collie dogs, Diss, Norfolk..

Sept 10…”Mixed weather but we really enjoyed a great week in Farmendon. good walks and interesting days out - lovely to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life to the peace and quiet of the Yorkshire Dales.” Charlotte. Mark and Robert Sisson, Paddock Wood, Kent.

Sept 10…”Lovely cottage, interesting books and very pretty garden. A really nice holiday; we did some great walks, thanks.” P & B Gibson, Suffolk.

Sept 10…”A lovely, welcoming and comfortable cottage with a beautiful garden for the children. Thank-you." Alsion, Phil, Cameron, Lewis and Caitlin Gee, Wingerworth, Chesterfield.

Aug 10…”A wonderful, comfortable cottage, with beautiful furniture. Fantastic location for fabulous walks in all directions. Friendly locals in the King's Head and great food at the Punch Bowl in Low Row and pubs in Reeth and Muker. Slept beautifully in comfy beds!!!” Richard, Rachel, Joshua, Samuel, Pat and Bill Howath (3 generations), Cambs.

Sept 10…”A welcome break.” Christine and Joseph, Skipton.

July 10…”Thank-you for providing such a lovely, cosy home for us to stay in. We have all had a lovely, peaceful holiday in Gunnerside.” The Broadheads and Tilneys.

July 10…”Lovely, homely cottage, with fantastic views. We have all had some lovely walks despite the weather. Meg loved the gardens and the birds are lovely to see so near the kitchen window. Hope to come again.” Brenda, Richard, Mark, Vicky and Meg Moore, Chelmsford, Essex.

June 10...”Nice return to a lovely cottage. the garden looks nice at this time of year in full bloom. Will come back soon, thanks.” Linda and Michael Jones Huddersfield,

June 10..."A lovely week, with sunny weather, and a most enjoyable holiday in lovely Swaledale.” Liz Holmes, London, Joan Little, Wideopen, Newcastle-upon-Tyne..

May 10…”As always, Upper Swaledale was fabulous - great cottage with welcoming pub and nice cafe, too - loved the garden and was surprised how quickly the bird food went down. Swifts nesting in garage were fantastically fast and great to see - excellent walks, too - thanks.” Sue and George, Molly and Meg, Whitby..

May 10...”Lovely cottage with great views. Great base for walking and if you want a trip out, try a walk from Dent, a very pretty village.” Janet and Nick, Charlie and Daisy dogs, Kemsing, Sevenoaks, Kent.

May 10…”We have had a really relaxing short break. Two lovely long walks, although we had forgotten how long the walk up Gunnerside Ghyll is! Looking forward to another visit soon." Frances, Andrew, Ellie and Isobel Meek, plus Lulu and Polly the poodles, West Malling, Kent.

April 10..."Comfortable house, lots of interesting furniture and books. Ruby liked the garden. Enjoyed walking in Swaledale (hardly used the car), the little red bus was useful. Very lucky with the weather - first really spring-like week of the year!" Daphne and Peter Linecar, and Ruby the dog, Crowhurst, Battle, E Sussex.

Jan 10..."Thank-you so much for a lovely week. The cottage was perfect and we've enjoyed some fantastic walks and pubs. The snow made the whole experience like something from a postcard. We'll definitely be back!" The Kiddell and Polley families, Cheshire and Kent.

Dec 09..."Lots and lots of snow, white Christmas was wonderful for people coming from sunny S.A. Enjoyed the cottage adn the birds in the garden, as well as the company of children now living in UK." The de Bruins, Vereeniging and London.

Nov 09..."We have had a really nice time in Gunnerside. Beautiful views - friendly locals - very relaxing. Would definitely come again." S McGuire and co, Manchester.

Nov 09..."Fantastic cottage, lovely village and good pub! What more could you ask for? Thanks for a relaxing stay - will definitely come again." Karen and Steve, Manchester.

Oct 09..."Lovely, comfortable cottage in a beautiful setting. Enjoyed walking directly from the cottage as well as the excellent walks only a short drive away. Great pub and tearoom on the doorstep, too. Thanks for a lovely stay." Sue & John Kitteringham, Hertford.

Oct 09..."Had a lovely week in your homely, well-equipped cottage. Did some fantastic walks in this amazing countryside. We hope to be back!" Adge, Adrienne, Lesley, Ron and Jess, Nottingham.

Oct 09…”A lovely, comfy cottage, had some great walks. The dogs loved the back garden. Slept like logs in the comfy bed. We hope to be back again next year for some more “Swaledale Magic”. Ken and Mel Bowden, Peak District.

Sept 09…”Thanks for a lovely stay in your cosy cottage.” Linda and Michael Jones, Huddersfield.

Sept 09…”Enjoyed some exhilarating walks each day in this spectacular area of outstanding scenery.” Emma Westall and Peter Ward, Northamptonshire.

Sept 09…”Had a lovely week, great weather, wonderful walks, fantastic cottage – a joy to watch the birds. Hope to come again!” Mrs Parkin, Mansfield.

August 09…”Yet again a great place to stay, will be coming back. Good food, great cottage, the dogs loved the garden.” Richard and Kay Riley, Shepley, Huddersfield.

August 09…” We all enjoyed our stay in a lovely cottage and the most wonderful scenery and walks – makes a change from all the rushing about in a crazy world.” Ray Hicks, Kate Hicks, Tony Wright, Brentwood, Essex.