There are a wealth of places to visit throughout Swaledale, including the Kearton Country Hotel in Thwaite, various pubs, local shops (including Swaledale Outdoors for hiking equipment) and tearooms in Reeth, the Bridge Inn at Grinton, Hazel Brow Organic Farm at Low Row, bike hire at Fremington, Dales Countryside Museum and the Ropemaker's in Hawes in Wensleydale and plenty of natural attractions, along with lead mining ruins, to be found on a day's walking.

24-hrTesco's in Catterick Garrison, which also delivers, as do Asda and Sainsburys, or from Granary Foods, based in Newton-le-Willows, a very friendly service with excellent local and organic produce. Supermarkets in Leyburn, Richmond and Barnard Castle, and Hawes has a few good food shops, including the Good Life on the little industrial estate.

The only mobile reception around Gunnerside area is Orange (and even that is variable), and no mobile reception updale past Satron. There are recycling facilities at Keld, Muker, Reeth, Langthwaite and bigger towns.

Public internet access on computer at Gunnerside Village Hall, Muker Public Hall, Hudson House, Reeth. Free wifi internet access at King's Head, Gunnerside. Granary Foods can deliver ready meals, home baking and local eggs, bacon, sausages etc for your arrival - see FAQs.

• Sleeps 6 (three double bedrooms, main bedroom has king-size bed) - attic double room has some restricted headroom.
• Open fire, new storage heaters (all coal and electric included).
• Sky Freesat TV, DVD and CD players, (radio can also be played through Sky TV).
• Dining kitchen.
• Small freezer.
• Washing machine.
• Slow cooker/rice cooker/steamer.
• All bedlinen and towels included.
• Ipod docking station.
• Hairdryer.
• Travel cot and high chair available (cotlinen is not provided).
• Garden bench overlooking village square.
• Lockable outhouse to store bikes etc.
• Parking in front of the house or in nearby village square.
• Up to two well-behaved medium-sized dogs welcome (not upstairs or on furniture, please). Please mention when booking if you are bringing dogs (there is no extra charge).
• Small parking space.
• 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..."A lovely cottage in a beautiful area. Waited for the fish and chip van in vain, though [van broke down], but everything else was great. Would love to come back again." Burrows, Ball, Smith and Ebblewhite, Atherstone, Warwickshire.

Dec 11..."Had a wonderful time in this cosy home. We loved the open fire and enjoyed relaxation with board games and some wine. Truly loved. Thank-you." Bec and Brad McCaig, Hilary and Nigel Smith, London and Watford.

Nov 11..."Lovely stay in Greystones - 1st trip to the Dales and loved it! Fish and chips from the van on Friday was a great way to end a great week in a great cottage!" The Cooks, Bromley, Kent.

Nov 11..."What a beautiful cottage, this is our 5th stay in Gunnerside in different cottages, Greystones is the best, it's very well-equipped, cosy and quirky. The bed was really comfortable and the fire in the evenings was wonderful. We recommend the King's Head for food, the menu may seem simple, but the food is beautifully cooked and hte presentation is wonderful." Lyn and Chris Clowes, Leek, Staffs.

Oct 11..."The weather could have been better, but the cottage was warm and the beds comfortable. Had lots of walks in spite of the rain, beautfiul dale, lovely scenery." N & C Lewis, W & C Doyle, Leyland, Lancs.

Oct 11..."Visit number two and for longer this time. Explored far and wide from Kirkby Stephen to Masham and beyond. The grouse with apple mash at the King's Head was excellent! The Farmer's Arms at Muker is also worth a visit- they do lunch till 2.30pm." Chris and Kathy Bird, Beaconsfield, Bucks.

Aug 11..."We have all thoroughly enjoyed our first visit to the Dales. The cottage is excellent, beds very comfy. Cosy when we lit a fire after a day of rain and everything you could think of was here." Ian, Sarah, Liam, Peter and Daphne Woolven, West Sussex.

Aug 11..."Nice walks, lovely scenery. Cottage was well-equipped, beds comfy. Had a meal at the Punch Bowl, food and staff were brilliant. Very comfortable stay." Dave, Lorraine, Helen, Leon and David, Kent.

July 11..."Had a fab time, village very friendly, pub fab atmosphere and the food is excellent, curry night at the tearoom also worth trying. Cottage all we expected, we will be back!" Glynis Booth, Lincoln.

July 11..."We did have rain, but we went out and about. Saw lots of things and very nice views, it was good to come back to a cosy cottage. Great time, thanks." Sandra Dee, Suffolk.

July 11..."Very enjouyable week." Diane and John, Ayrshire.

Apr 11..."During our short stay we have had fantastic weather. Have enjoyed the local walks in Swaledale. We went to Ghyllfoot restaurant on Saturday evening where we enjoyed good food - very welcome after a long day walking. We have also enjoyed the warmth of the open fire in th evenings while relaxing in the comfort of the cottage. Will certainly return." Bery and David Reed, Carol and Keith Mumford, Kent.

Feb 11..."We have had a lovely time - very relaxing. the cottage had all the stuff we needed. Swaledale wild and lovely." Jane and Jane, Nottingham.

Feb 11..."We have all had a lovely time, including the dogs. I really like the attic room and was very cosy. The dogs especially loved the fire and we experienced lots of warm evenings huddled up by the fire! Hope to stay here again." Gabrielle, Sarah and Gordon, West Bridgford.

Nov 10..."We have had a wonderful stay. The cottage is great - very well-equipped, lots of modern conveniences, but still with bags of charm! And we love the open coal fire. We stayed here by chance, as another booking fell through, but will definitely be back. Judith from Cat Hole Cottages was very helpful and we'll recommend Cat Hole to friends. The King's Head is lovely of an evening, especially now it's been redecorated - shame they're in the habit of closing when it's quiet! Strongly recommend the short drive to the Punch Bowl in Low Row - the food, beer and ambience are all superb!" Adam and Liz, Leeds.

Nov 10..."One of the nicest cottages we have stayed in and very well-equipped. Arrived in time for a spectacular firework display and BBQ at the King's Head, which then shut for a week to redecorate! Enjoyed our stay despite a few rainy days." The Pearson/Sharples families, Solihull, Warwickshire.

Sept 10..."The cottage is an excellent base to discover the 'delights' of Swaledale. WE have enjoyed our four-day stay - a cottage and area to be recommended." Keith, Chris, Judy and Lyle, York and Cambridge.

Aug 10..."A wonderful and very comfy cottage, brilliant for dogs. Amazing area with lovely walks and pubs." Sarah, Nick, Pippa and Hugh, and Ailsa the dog, Dorking, Surrey.

Aug 10..."Fallen in love with Swaledale and Gunnerside. Great cottage, village, walks, scenery. Thanks for the stay." Elaine, Sue and Sandra, Harrogate and Leeds.

July 10..."Lovely, well-thought and planned cottage. Well-equipped for a very peaceful stay. Lovely walk around Gunnerside Ghyll. The fish and chip van on Friday evening was a very welcome tea. This is tghe perfect location for hiking and cycling plus the magic of this sleepy village. Beats the hustle and bustle of workdays hands down." Teh Healey and Mandal families, Middleton, Manchester.

July 10..."An enjoyable weekend in Gunnerside, even if the weather was not kind to us! The cottage was lovely, with everything we needed. We loved the closeness of the King's Head, which was a friendly, comfortable pub. Can recommend the food there. Great walks, peace and quiet - a memorable family weekend!" The Thorps, Whitby, North Yorkshire.

Jun 10...VERY peaceful stay in a very friendly village. The Ghyllfoot/Penny Farthing Tearoom/Restaurant is excellent and must be tried. The cottage itself is very comfortable, which is ideal when you finally return from the King's Head!"
Chris and Kathy Bird, Beaconsfield, Bucks.