Bolton Abbey

Skipton, Yorkshire Dales

Stank House Farm

Overview

Sleeps
6
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
3
3 nights from
£1,464 - £3,171

A tranquil and inviting space for friends and family, this luxury holiday home is nestled on the Bolton Abbey Estate in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales…

Set along a sweeping drive you will find Stank House Farm for up to six guests. This charming farmhouse retains many original features including flagstone floors and stunning fireplaces, whilst boasting the most picturesque far-reaching views of the North Yorkshire countryside. Set on the grounds of the Bolton Abbey Estate, discover the many amenities on your doorstep for families and friends of all ages. The popular Devonshire Arms Hotel and Spa is less than 10 minutes away which guests can access, and towns Skipton, Ilkley and Harrogate are all nearby.

Hot Tub Hot Tub
Dog Friendly Dog Friendly
Enclosed Garden Enclosed Garden
Log Burner/Fire Log Burner/Fire
Ground Floor Bedroom Ground Floor Bedroom
Outside space Outside space
BBQ BBQ
Offstreet Parking Offstreet Parking
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Details

A fabulous farmhouse for up to six guests, set within the breathtaking Bolton Abbey Estate in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales. Outside the garden terrace features the most spectacular views from its prime position above the Wharfe Valley. Whilst inside the rooms are tastefully decorated, and balance the strong history of the building and the estate with contemporary features and high-quality bathrooms.

Inside you will find a spectacular balance of rich heritage with plenty of modern luxuries to enhance this luxury holiday home's breathtaking location and panoramic views.

The impressive dining room is spacious perfect for family gatherings with period furniture, exposed beams and a grand fireplace. Spend evenings catching up together around the large farmhouse dining table in front of a flickering fireside. The kitchen sits alongside the dining room and is fully equipped with everything you could need at a self-catering holiday cottage. A stable door from the kitchen leads out to the gardens.

Next door you will find a large elegant living area with sumptuous sofas and a log-burning stove. It is a calming space that invites you to relax and unwind, with a large coffee table at its heart perfect for playing games around. French doors seamlessly lead you into the tranquillity of the outdoor space where landscaped gardens wrap around the house, inviting guests to immerse themselves in the surrounding natural beauty.

The ground floor has a spacious double bedroom with a 4'6 double bed and panoramic views to wake up to. The en-suite bathroom is complete with a shower and a roll-top bath to soak in.

Upstairs are a further two luxurious bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms where guests can look forward to retiring after a day exploring. As you would expect from a grand master bedroom there is a sumptuous super-king-size four-poster bed, and the en-suite bathroom offers a double basin, spacious walk-in shower and delightful roll-top bath with stunning views. The further upstairs bedroom has the bonus of two twin 3' single beds, perfect for a kids' sleepover or a welcome space for adults as it has a private bathroom.

The outside space at Stank House Farm offers the perfect spot to enjoy a morning coffee from the terrace or watch the sun setting across the valley in complete peace and tranquillity. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the private bubbling hot tub with unspoiled views across the Yorkshire valley to Bolton Abbey and beyond. Once you have finished relaxing in the Hot Tub broaden your horizons and explore the beauty Bolton Abbey Estate has to offer.

Within a 10-minute drive, you will find The Devonshire Arms Hotel and Spa, set across 30,000 acres of glorious Yorkshire Dales countryside. Experience mile after mile of unspoilt tranquillity before indulging in some of Yorkshire’s finest food and drink. Guests at Stank House Farm will also receive complimentary spa access to The Devonshire Spa, including use of the spa facilities and a new state-of-the-art vitality pool. Spa day experiences are also available which include treatments, extended use of the spa facilities and lunch.

Each holiday cottage on the Bolton Abbey Estate is dog friendly, allowing two well-behaved dogs (at an additional charge). Families with children and infants are welcome, with a travel cot, high chair and stair gate available on request. The property offers free wi-fi throughout.

Please note that the property is located along a long, uneven track and may not be suitable for low-slung cars; please get in touch with any questions. There is off-road parking for three cars opposite the property.

The modern kitchen has a Range Master electric oven with ceramic hob, microwave, fridge-freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and drier plus a full kitchen inventory for that home-from-home experience. Stank House Farm includes high-quality bed linen, towels, bathrobes, and luxury toiletries. There is a starter pack for the kitchen, fire, and washroom, and of course a locally sourced welcome hamper.

Guests at Stank House Farm will receive 1 hour of complimentary spa access to The Devonshire Arms Spa, including using all spa facilities and the new state-of-the-art vitality pool. Please note under 16's are not permitted to access the spa's facilities. Pre-booking a time slot for spa access is necessary. Spa day experiences are also available which include treatments, extended use of the spa facilities and lunch. Please get in touch to book.

There are a few stone steps down to the front door from the parking area. The driveway up to the house is a long uneven track and may not be suitable for very low-slung cars. The garden is enclosed, and the hot tub is accessed via stone steps at the side of the house.

Once inside the ground floor is on one level, with one step into the ground floor bedroom and en-suite bathroom. There is a ground floor cloakroom off the entrance hall.

Upstairs both bedrooms are en-suite with showers separate to the bath tubs.

Children and infants are welcome, with a travel cot, high chair and stair gate available on request. Please provide your own cot linen.

In The Area

Stank House Farm is set in a remote location on the Bolton Abbey Estate in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales with plenty to do and see. Nearby you will find The Devonshire Arms Hotel and Spa, set across 30,000 acres of glorious Yorkshire Dales countryside. Experience mile after mile of unspoilt tranquillity before indulging in some of Yorkshire's finest food and drink. The beautiful 12th-Century Bolton Abbey is also on your doorstep, overlooking the banks of the River Wharfe and is surrounded by a landscape full of history and legend making it the perfect place for a family day out exploring the grounds of the ancient ruins. With over 80 miles of footpaths, restaurants, tea rooms, a second-hand book shop and plenty of picnic spots along the way, there is something for all ages.

Enjoy some local award-winning brownies at the Brownie Barn café and shop on the estate, serving breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea (you can even upgrade to bubbles for a proper celebration) or take a night off cooking and order takeaway pizza to take back to your cottage. The popular market towns of Skipton and Ilkley are within easy driving distance, whilst Harrogate, Leeds and York are a little further afield.

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