Large Cottage for 8 in Melmerby in Melmerby | Stunning North Yorkshire Group Cottage

About This 5-Bedroom Group Cottage

This 5-bedroom group cottage is a large self-catering retreat in Coverdale, North Yorkshire, sitting in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. This is a solid choice for groups wanting proper countryside space without compromising on comfort. The setting is genuinely rural, with open fields, dry stone walls and big skies all around.

Wensleydale is one of the most visited dales for good reason. Bolton Castle, Aysgarth Falls and Hawes are all within easy reach. The landscape here is classic North Yorkshire, with wide valley floors, limestone escarpments and quiet market towns.

This stay sleeps a larger group across well-appointed bedrooms with a good spread of bathrooms and generous communal living and dining space suited to eating and socialising together. Specific room configurations make it practical for mixed groups.

Bolton Castle is 3 miles away (8 minutes). Aysgarth Falls is 4 miles (10 minutes). Hawes town centre is 10 miles (18 minutes). Forbidden Corner is 9 miles (20 minutes).

The cottage puts your group deep in the Dales with space, comfort and some of North Yorkshire's best days out on the doorstep. Perfect for family gatherings or friends' breaks.

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Need To Know

✓Bedrooms: 5
✓Bathrooms: 2
✓Central heating
✓Cooking hob
✓Dogs allowed: 3
✓Entire home
✓Dishwasher
✓Washing machine
✓Fam: High chair
✓Fam: Travel cot
✓Family friendly
✓Freezer
✓Fridge
✓Garden/Courtyard
✓Iron
✓Ironing board
✓Kitchen
✓Bed linen included
✓Towels included
✓Microwave
✓Other: BBQ
✓Other: Electric car charging point
✓Open fire/wood burner
✓Other: Welcome pack
✓WiFi
✓Outdoor Dining
✓Outdoor Seating
✓Oven
✓Oven with hob
✓Parking
✓Private parking
✓Private entrance
✓Property type: Barn conversion
✓Property type 2: Detached
✓Pub within 1 mile
✓Safety: carbon monoxide detector(s)
✓Smoke alarm(s)
✓Self check-in
✓Smart TV
✓Soap
✓Sofa
✓TV
✓Toilet paper
✓Tumble dryer

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at this cottage

Space for the whole group

This rental gives larger groups proper room to spread out with generous living and dining areas for everyone to gather together.

Heart of the Yorkshire Dales

Sitting in Wensleydale, the cottage puts Bolton Castle, Aysgarth Falls and Hawes all within 20 minutes of the front door.

Stunning open countryside

The views from this property are classic Dales open valley, dry stone walls and wide skies that make a real change from city life.

Great base for walking groups

The Yorkshire Dales National Park is on the doorstep with well-marked trails for all abilities starting close to the property.

Comfortable group dining

The dining space is set up for the whole group to eat together no splitting into shifts or eating in relays.

Peaceful rural location

This is proper countryside quiet. No road noise, no neighbours on top of you just the group and the Dales all around.

Getting To This Cottage

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach this cottage by car, head into Wensleydale via the A684. The postcode DL8 4TW will take you directly to the property and off-road parking is available on arrival for the group.

By Train

The nearest mainline railway stations are Northallerton and Darlington, both approximately 30 - 40 minutes by car. From either station, a pre-booked taxi or hired vehicle is the most practical way to reach the property.

Off-road parking available on site

Northallerton station (approx. 30 miles)

Accessible via the A684 through Wensleydale

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Bolton Castle

Distance: 3 miles

DL8 4ET

Aysgarth Falls

Distance: 4 miles

DL8 3SR

The Forbidden Corner

Distance: 9 miles

DL8 4TJ

Wensleydale Way

Distance: On doorstep

DL8 4TW

Aysgarth Falls Trail

Distance: 4 miles

DL8 3SR

Penhill Beacon Walk

Distance: 6 miles

DL8 4TQ

Hawes Town Centre

Distance: 10 miles

DL8 3QX

Wensleydale Creamery Shop

Distance: 10 miles

DL8 3RN

Leyburn Market Town

Distance: 8 miles

DL8 5AT

A684 Wensleydale Road

Distance: On doorstep

DL8 4TW

Northallerton (mainline rail)

Distance: 30 miles

DL7 8LW

Darlington (mainline rail)

Distance: 35 miles

DL1 1NR

Bolton Castle

Distance: 3 miles

DL8 4ET

Aysgarth Falls

Distance: 4 miles

DL8 3SR

The Forbidden Corner

Distance: 9 miles

DL8 4TJ

Wensleydale Way

Distance: On doorstep

DL8 4TW

Aysgarth Falls Trail

Distance: 4 miles

DL8 3SR

Penhill Beacon Walk

Distance: 6 miles

DL8 4TQ

Hawes Town Centre

Distance: 10 miles

DL8 3QX

Wensleydale Creamery Shop

Distance: 10 miles

DL8 3RN

Leyburn Market Town

Distance: 8 miles

DL8 5AT

A684 Wensleydale Road

Distance: On doorstep

DL8 4TW

Northallerton (mainline rail)

Distance: 30 miles

DL7 8LW

Darlington (mainline rail)

Distance: 35 miles

DL1 1NR

Is This Cottage Right For Your Group

Discover why this cottage is the one for your party or family reunion...

For Families

Wensleydale is excellent for kids. Bolton Castle (3 miles) has hands-on history and events throughout the year. Aysgarth Falls is a short drive and great for paddling and exploring. The Forbidden Corner (9 miles) is a genuinely brilliant family day out with tunnels, follies and surprises throughout.

Groups Will Love...

This rental is built for groups. The open-plan living and dining areas give everyone space to gather without feeling cramped. Whether it's a family reunion, a friends' weekend or a walking group trip, the layout is designed so the whole party can eat, relax and socialise together under one roof.

Pet Friendly

Pet policy for this property was not confirmed in the details provided. Before booking, contact the owner directly to check whether dogs are welcome, how many are permitted and whether any additional charges apply. Do not assume pets are accepted without written confirmation from the owner.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at this cottage

The Bolton Arms, Redmire

Located 3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DL8 4EA

The George & Dragon, Aysgarth

Located 4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DL8 3AD

The Board Inn, Hawes

Located 10 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DL8 3RD

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about this cottage

How many people does the cottage sleep?

This property is a larger group property in Wensleydale, North Yorkshire. Please check the listing or contact the owner directly to confirm the exact sleeping capacity and bed configuration before booking.

Is this getaway pet friendly?

Pet policy details were not confirmed in the property information provided. We strongly recommend contacting the owner directly before booking to confirm whether dogs or other pets are welcome and whether any restrictions apply.

Is there a hot tub at this rental?

No, this cottage does not have a hot tub. The property offers other comfortable group facilities, so check the full amenity list to see what is included for your stay.

What is the nearest town to this stay?

The property sits in Wensleydale with the market town of Hawes approximately 10 miles away (around 18 minutes by car). Leyburn is also close by and offers shops, pubs and services for groups stocking up on arrival.

Is there parking at the cottage?

The property is in a rural Dales location and off-road parking is expected to be available. Confirm the exact number of parking spaces with the owner, especially important for larger groups arriving in multiple vehicles.

What is there to do nearby for a large group?

Bolton Castle (3 miles), Aysgarth Falls (4 miles), The Forbidden Corner (9 miles) and the market town of Hawes (10 miles) are all within easy reach. Walking, cycling and pub visits are popular group activities throughout Wensleydale.

How far is this property from the nearest railway station?

The nearest railway stations are Northallerton and Darlington, both around 30 - 40 minutes by car. The Dales are best explored by car so groups are advised to drive or arrange vehicle hire from those stations.

What is the minimum stay at this getaway?

Minimum stay requirements can vary by season. Check the booking calendar for current availability and minimum night requirements and contact the owner if you need flexibility around your group's travel dates.