Visitors Book - Craggley Cottage
Our aim is to provide a quality, comfortable and well equipped cottage from which you can enjoy your holiday in the Dales. We are very pleased to be able to share withy you our visitor book and some of the kind comments left by our guests in the visitors book and our feedback form since making Craggley Cottage available to guests in December 2003. We would like to thank our guests and we hope to see them again soon.
May 2010
Returning guests from Christchurch, Dorset ... our second time at Craggley and rewarded with drier weather but colder. Dales Food Festival was enchanting. Found Herriot's famous watersplash and many red grouse. Good walking.
April 2010
March 2010
February 2010
Returning guests from Berkhamsted ... Why does a week at work seem so long and a week here so short! Lovely to see you all again. Kitchen excellent improvement and holiday fantastic! Bed encourages lots of good sleep....great. See you next year.
Returning guests from Alderley Edge, Cheshire ... Another great weekend in the Dales. Good food, good walks, good friends, good pubs & great accommodation!!
January 2010
Guests from London ... Despite being snowed in for 2 days, we've had a lovely week. The cottage is beautiful and we'd love to return. Thanks.
Returning guests from Narborough, Leics ... Very wintery break in Craggley. Widespread snow all around. Familiar walks quite different in the snow,
some lovely days with blue sky, sunshine and spectacular winter scenery.
December 2009
Visitors from Sheffield ... A superbly appointed cottage - a real home from home. Lovely walks to West Witton and Aysgarth.
Visitors from South Africa ... Thank you for sharing your little piece of heaven with us. What a treat!
Returning guests from Rochdale ... Snow, blue skies, sun, walking, eating, drinking, roaring log fires and then THE BED. Perfect weekend. Happy Christmas!
Guests from Royston, Hertfordshire... A perfect Christmas in an idyllic location. Lots of snow. Beautifully decorated for the festive period. Thanks for everything. We will come again.
Guests from London ... Thank you so much! It really has been a wonderful experience
November 2009
Returning guests from Tamworth, Staffs ... Return visit for a sneaky autumn weekend. Great fun and super walk above Hawes on Sunday. New beds a great success. We will return.
Returning guests from Narborough, Leics ... Welcome return to Craggley, despite some wi
ld weather, often fine weekend. Great walking, scenery, friendly people, pubs, local ales and food as always. Considerable surface water and falls and springs were well up. Good day in York by train from Northallerton.
Returning guests from Harrogate ... Another FAB weekend at Craggley Cottage. Rain all day Sunday meant a cosy lazy day. LOVE the bed!. Thank you x
Returning guests from Bramley, Hampshire ... Another nice relaxing break at the cottage. Had a lovely date at Ingleton Falls. Nice to come back and light up the fire - very cosy!
October 2009
Returning guests from Littleborough, Lancs ... another lovely time at Craggley, enjoyed every minute, especially the early bonfire - Great! The toasted marshmallows - excellent!
Guests from Cottingham, East Yorkshire ... Beautiful cottage. Perfect in every way - hope to be back in the spring to fully enjoy the garden - thank you.
Returning guests from Oldham ... Great return to Craggley. Lovely week walking in Wensleydale & Swaledale with only one wet day. Cottage as lovely as ever - new bed is great!
Guests from Peterborough ... A truly fantastic home from home cottage. Weather good. We all had a great holiday. We will be back!
September 2009
Guests from Gosport, Hampshire ... Everything perfect!!
Guests from Peterborough ... Lovely, homely cottage. Weather a bit hit and miss. Had a great stay, biking good and hilly. Good scenery and location.
Guests from Eastbourne ... Excellent stay - weather dry mainly and some fine days. Some fine walks - a truly lovely area.
August 2009
Returning guests from the Netherlands ... Again we had a wonderful time! The weather was very good again. We have made some nice walks, visited Beamish, the Ripley Show was the best! Lovely to have seen you again Diane. Again we say that we will be back. PS the master bed was too good! We couldn't get out in the morning! Bye Bye - we'll keep in touch.
Guests from Weymouth ... Every cloud has a silver lining - at least with all the rain, the waterfalls were spectacular! What a lovely cottage and fantastic scenery.
Guests from Leicestershire ... Lovely cottage, really appreciated the Internet acess. Views lovely (when it wasn't grey and raining). Walk from the cottage to and around Aysgarth Falls was a real highlight of the holiday. Also loved the drive around Swaledale, views fantastic and purple heather gorgeous.
July 2009
Guests from Fareham, Hampshire ... A very peaceful holiday away from motorways. Had some wonderful lamb from the village butcher. The cottage has everything you could wish for. I think that Mary Portas could do wonders for the village store!
Returning guests from Scarborough ... Good weather to begin. Cottage and scenery lovely, would love to live here!
Guests from Norwich ... A very nice cottage with everything we needed. Awful weather nearly spoiled everything - until a wonderful walk in Swaledale in the sun.
June 2009
Returning guests from Nottingham ... A wonderful holiday with brilliant weather. Lots of wildlife - woodpeckers on next door's peanut feeder, robin's nest at base of conifer, sparrows seem to have taken over the house martin's nest. We will be back!
Guests from Newmarket... Lovely cottage and village. Friendly wildlife. Good holiday that indifferent weather could not spoil. We will be back!
Returning guests from Northampton ... Once again a lovely holiday in an excellent cottage with wonderful weather! Hope to be back. A bonus was to meet you Diane when we arrived.
May 2009
Guests from Fife ... Lovely time, great cottage, shame about the showers.
Guests from Suffolk ... the best holiday cottage we have ever stayed in - a real home from home. Weather variable but so comfortable retreat to come back to.
Returning guests from Littleborough, Lancs ... Excellent cottage. Well fitted out and comfortable. Weather not good this time but will come again.
Returning guests from Sheffield ... Great to be back for another short break! The new bed & furniture are very much appreciated. We've had two good walking days and don't want to return to the rat race! Hope to be back.
April 2009
Guests from Hampshire... We have had a great week. The cottage is great and would come again next year and hope to. Thank you.
March 2009
Guests from Coventry ... One of the best cottages we have ever stayed in - in any part of the country! Everyone is very friendly too. Can recommend the Wensleydale Heifer if you want a superb fish meal (but book!) and the fish and chip van on Wednesday! Good weather all week - only rained overnight and a little bit during the day on our last day.
Guests from Louth, Lincs ... Very cold week - spectacular walk to waterfalls at Askrigg - amazing 18" icicles and snow. Cottage lovely to come home to. A very happy week. Recommend the tea room at Askrigg. Home made scones by open fire - bliss!
Returning guests from Narborough, Leicester ... Lovely week at Craggley. Weather unseasonably warm & sunny. Excellent Sunday lunch at the Blue Lion, East Witton (anniversary). Good walks including Trollers Gill & Appletreewick from Burnsall. Recommend Askrigg Ale 4.3 at White Rose, Askrigg
Guests from Coventry ... One of the best cottages we have ever stayed in - in any part of the country! Everyone is so friendly too. Can recommend the Wensleydale Heifer if you want a superb fish meal (but book!) and the fish and chip van on Wednesday! Good weather all week - only rained overnight and a little bit during the day on our last day.
February 2009
Returning guests from Berkhamsted ... Lovely week, nice to met Di, Andrew and Pip. See you next year. Now back to home & work - ouch!
December 2008
Returning guests from Rochdale ... Loved every minute - eating, drinking, relaxing. Even managed to go for a walk every day. Happy Christmas!
Returning guests from Narborough Leicestershire ... Great New Year at Craggley. Long walks in spectacular wintry weather. Minus 6 degrees all day on Wednesday! Christmas decoractions much appreciated. Overnight light snow on Thursday night.
Guests from Norwich ... Christmas Week. Thank you Andrew & Diane !! we have enjoyed 7 days at your wonderful cottage ... what a well kept house. The surrounding area speaks for its self & your place is well on par - Have a Happy New Year.
Guests from Sale, Cheshire ... New Year week. Soggy walk up Walden Dale on Saturday, but we lit the fire when we got back - it was lovely. The hot water helped relax too. The cottage is beautiful and the Christmas decorations were a lovely touch.
November 2008
Guests from Harrogate ... A wonderful cottage in a wonderful village. A weekend of West Burton and we are fully rested - fantastic weather - good walking - good food and good company.
Guests from Hampshire ... A great few days, peace and quite. Weather - cold crisp and clear with snow on the tops. Absolutely gorgeous - back soon, cant wait.
Guests from Portsmouth ... Had a fantastic time even this late in the year. The cottage was always a cosy haven to come back to each night.
October 2008
Guests from Hemyock, Devon ... We've had a lovely time here in Craggley Cottage & have been on lots of stunning walks. We hope to come back next year! Thank you.
Returning guests from Colwyn Bay ... A welcome return visit to Craggley Cottage - peace and quiet. Thank you.
Guest from Oldham, Lancs ... Cottage is warm, clean and beautifully furnished. Excellent location for walks in different dales. Waterfall is fantastic. Thanks for a great break. Hope to return.
Guests from Hockley, Essex ... Spent a lovely week here. Only 1 day of rain. Recommend Thorpe Perrow (lovely autumn colours), White Scar Cave & the Ingleton Water Trail. Waterfalls spectacular after the rain but care needed on steep steps. Hope to return next year.
Guests from Cullompton, Devon ... We've had a lovely time here in Craggley Cottage and been on lots of stunning walks. We hope to come back next year. Thank you.
September 2008
Returning guests from Narborough, Leics ... Most enjoyable week at Craggley with the house martins! Walked every day except Tuesday (Ripon). Weather warm, bright & cloudy, lovely last day walking - Grassington, Kilnsey & Linton - warm & sunny.
Returning guests from Beverley, East Yorkshire ... Another successful visit to Craggley. Superb as usual. My sister & husband joined us for a few days and fell in love with West Burton. Thanks for the bottle of wine. Hope the (Tourist Board) inspection went well. We are sure it did - no faults to find.
Guests from Batley, West Yorkshire ... Cottage good, views from garden wonderful. One son & partner came to stay over the weekend. Other son came for a family get-together on Saturday evening. We love it and will be back as soon as we can. NB. We found the recycling trouble free.
August 2008
Returning guests from Gosport, Hampshire ... Had another lovely week at Craggley. Weather changeable but still managed to get out and about. Looking forward to coming back.
Guests from Nottingham ... Lovely week in Craggley Cottage. We recommend The Forbidden Corner, Thorpe Perrow and White Scar Caves. Would have been nice to spend more time in the garden but it rained every day.
Guests from Milton Keynes ... Wonderful cottage. Had everything we needed and more! Really enjoyed Castle Museum at York, Fountains Abbey and Brymor Ice Cream Parlour! We must return!
Guests from Leeds ... This cottage has just as much charm and old features. It has been wonderful to walk again round here and relive old memories. We really recommend The Bolton Arms at Redmire for a meal. Will we be back? ........ Our son will miss the fire - it was on every night. Thank you Diane & Andrew for allowing us to stay in your lovely cottage and for your thoughtful phone calls - much appreciated. Look forward to getting home and booking for next year if we can.
A young guest from Leeds ... I love this cottage! A real country experience! The garden is beautiful and big enough for activities. The fire is great and the whole house is very cosy and comfortable.
July 2008
Guests from Denmark ... We have stayed in 10 or more cottages in the UK. This one has had the most homely feel to it. The countryside is wonderful even though the weather was a bit of a let down.
Guests from Denmark .. We came from a very flat place in Denmark, so Craggley Cottage couldn't be more perfect with its beautiful views over the hills.
Guests from Hawkinge, Kent ... Lovely cottage, garden, views. Good weather, over too quick.
Guests from Southend on Sea, Essex ... Cottage was really comfortable, a real home from home. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. Recommend Thorpe Perrow at Bedale.
June 2008
Guests from Lincs ... Did not expect to share the cottage with another family (The Martins - feathered variety) but they enjoyed it and so did we! Good walking and no rain. Truly a 4 star cottage.
Guests from Nottingham ... Lovely cottage - well equipped, marvellous setting, great walking. Beautiful garden - to sit and listen to the curlews after a good walk - heaven! We will definitely be back.
May 2008
Guests from Sheffield ... The cottage has surpassed our expectations! Thanks for all the 'extras'! The Forbidden Corner near Middleham is well worth a visit. Local pub very good.
Guests from York ... We had an enjoyable week. The weather has been very kind. We have done some good walks in the lovely countryside. The cottage has been everything you could expect and more. Would certainly recommend.
Guests from Suffolk ... Everything we could wish for. Excellent quality throughout. Would certainly recommend to others. Thanks.
April 2008
Guests from Dorset ... Lovely views, super cottage. Managed a few walks, despite the rain!
Returning guests from Norwich ... Had a great time as always. Look forward to next year!
Returning guests from Leicester ... Enjoyable week at Craggley as always. Good walking and good weather, mainly warm and sunny although blizzards and snow on Sunday afternoon,
Guests from North & South London ... Excellent stay. Good walking.
March 2008
Guests from London .... Great weekend. Really pleased weather came as part of the package. No rain - a Yorkshire first! Cottage great. Very comfortable.
Guests from Alderley Edge, Cheshire ... Superb hosts, wonderful accommodation. Lovely countryside, good beer and excellent fod. We will return!
Guests from Grimsby ... Thank you for your attention to detail - this cottage is 'spot on'. We loved it. So relaxing. Thanks again!
Returning guests from North Wales ... Once again had a lovely time. Snow earlier in week made the village and Dales totally picturesque. We will return again next year.
Guests from Nottingham ... A wonderful cottage in a lovely village. We were very comfortable and despite some wet weather, walked almost ever day. We used the markets in Leyburn & Hawes - great veg!
February 2008
Returning guests from Berkhamsted ... Second visit as lovely as the first! Weather was fanastic! More sunshine than summer 2007 and warm enough for walks without coats! Thank you. Will be coming again. Many thanks to caretaker - house was immaculate when we arrived.
Returning guests from Bristol ... It's the third time we've been here. We wish we could stay forever. We'll come back again. Olivia age 7.
Guests from Teesside ... Had a lovely time. We'd love to come back again in the summer and have a BBQ.
January 2008
Guests from Essex ... Lovely three day break. Felt totally at home in this wonderful cottage. A truly comprehensive collection of local books and maps. Will hopefully spend a week next time to put them all to use.
December 2007
Guests from Barnsley (New Year) ... Beautiful cottage, home from home. Thanks for the little extras and the Christmas decorations. It made it really special. Lots of walking, drinking and eating at the Fox & Hounds. Hoping to book straight away for next New Year and summer.
Guests from Kirby, Notts (Christmas) ... Christmas decorations very much appreciated. A beautiful cottage and very comfortable. Great views. Excellent walks. We will be back in the summer. Happy New Year!
Guests from Gosport, Hampshire ... Cold frosty weather - how beautiful everying looks. We have all had a wonderful relaxing time - looking forward to coming back in the summer. Cottage is beautiful and comfortable - thanks.
Guests from Christchurch, Dorset ... Rain, wind, snow and sun - all in 5 days! Good break, not much walking but a lot of relaxing in front of the fire.
Guests from Chester-le-Street, Co Durham ... We enjoyed our weekend break to celebrate a birthday. A welcome return to West Burton ........ returning to a happy place full of memories. Pity the weather wasn't a bit drier. Never mind, it didn't spoil our break at Craggley Cottage. It felt like coming home with lots of home comforts. Excellent cottage.
November 2007
Guests from Cotswolds & Warwickshire ... Thank you for a fab weekend, beautiful location, lovely, clean & tidy, relaxing break. First visit to the Dales but not the last.....
Returning guests from Leicester ... Relaxing weekend at Craggley - all too brief.
Guests from North Wales ... A beautiful cottage with all we needed for a relaxing break. A touch of luxury. Thank you.
Guests from Worksop ... First time in the Yorkshire Dales. So luck to find Craggley Cottage. So cosy and well equipped & clean. Went to village bonfire then to pub. Very friendly people. Good weather though windy. Excellent walks. Hope to return soon.
October 2007
Guests from Ramsgate, Kent .. Really loved the cottage. Everything we needed was provided. Garden was fantastic. Breakfasted outside each morning despite chilling mornings. We couldn't miss the views. As cat people, the visit from the black cat was an added bonus. Enjoyed watching the birds coming and going. Fox and Hounds good value wholesome food, and Copper Dragon beer recommended. Lots of Walks : Kettlewell to Arncliffe - hard work but rewarding. Worton to Adelburgh Moor also great. For tea and cakes Serendipity tea rooms in Leyburn. Finally thanks for the great weather. Came on Friday - dry and sunny until Wednesday evening! Thank you!
Guests from Washington, Tyne and Wear ... A lovely cottage in a beautiful village. Cleanliness and attention to detail first class. The fresh flowers and food stuff provided for our arrival were most welcome. Many thanks to the caretaker for her hard work. The weather has also been kind to us this week and we have much enjoyed our time here.
Guests from The Wirral ... We had a splendid relaxing break. Thank you.
Guests from Bramley, Hampshire ... Our first visit to the Yorkshire Dales. The cottage is lovely, home from home. Have done lots of walking - enjoyed the scenery. The Forbidden Corner is a good place to visit for all ages. Hawes is good on market day - Tuesday. Thank you for the bread etc - nice touch.
September 2007
Guests from Tamworth ... Lovely cottage, beautifully presented and so spotless. Have appreciated the log fires in the evening to defeat the autumn chills. We hope to return and make use of the fab garden in warmer weather.
Guests from Basingstoke ... A lovely place to stay and so handy for most areas to visit. We had a great time.
Guests from Ipswich ... Congratulations! You have achieved something very rare. A cottage that is even better than its description - 'home from home'. Well done! You must have worked very hard, everything is a credit to you. You have thought of everything. It has been an absolute pleasure to stay here. 6 stars!
August 2007
Guests from Southend on Sea, Essex ... We've visited the Yorkshire Dales several times, but this is by far the loveliest cottage, most welcoming and attention to detail - amazing. The children loved the paddling in the rivers and waterfalls. Excellent walk to Malham Cove. Our return visit to the Wensleydale Heifer excellent. Also must say the kite flying was superb - something the kids have never done before. You are very lucky to have such a lovely cottage. Thank you.
Guests from Gosport, Hampshire ... Had a wonderful relaxing week. Weather mainly sunny. Lovely well equipped cottage, bonus was the lovely garden.
Guests from Somerset ... A lovely return to the Dales after a gap of 13 years, this time with two children. We managed some lovely walks and recommend White Scar Caves & The Forbidden Corner for children. A fantastic cottage. Thanks.
Guests from Suffolk ... A lovely, comfortable cottage witha fantastic garden. Recommend the Keld to Muker circular walk and a visit to Surrender Bridge and the Old Gang smelt mill. Thank you for a lovely stay.
July 2007
Guests from Scarborough ... Lovely place for Harry's first holiday! Hope to return in future when he will be able to make the most of the garden and toys provided.
Returning guests from Odiham, Hampshire .... Weather has been fabulous if a little windy. Lots of fantastic days out on the fells (we must be fit by now ...). Great lunch at the Blue Lion at East Witton, trips to the Ribbleshead Viaduct, National Railway Museum, Harrogate, both breweries at Masham, and an organ recital at York Minster. Very much enjoyed the garden at Craggley and also your collection of fabulous books in the kitchen. This is our third visit to Craggley and it just gets better and better. Thank you very much for an excellent two weeks.
Guests from Canada ... Bravo! What more can we say other than we hope we may be able to return soon. Only wish the weather had been better.
Guests from Wargrave, Berkshire ... Superb cottage. Walking good. Cycling good. Hills a challenge for a tandem. For the well organised the weather was no problem and there are so many wonderful tea shops. No escape the showers.
Guests from Tibenham, Norfolk ... Thank you so much! A fantastic cottage in a wonderful location. See you again!
June 2007
Guests from Surrey ... A lovely cottage and garden. So glad we came for two weeks. Such a lot to see, beautiful countryside everywhere. Great weather apart from last two days. Made the most of the garden!
Guests from York ... Best cottage ever - beautiful countryside, great walks. Very happy to have discovered this lovely village. We will be back. Hopefully better weather next time.
Guests from Leicester ... Welcome break at Craggley - a firm favourite. Unseasonable weather for June. Monday was wettest June day on record, but still had some sunny days. Walked every day bar Monday. Lovely week.
May 2007
Guests from Canada ... Our first but not last visit to the Dales. We loved every thing about it - the cottage views, walks, pubs and even the weather. Wish we could stay forever. Perfect in every way possible.
Guests from Canada ... A lovely home away from home. Very clean, attractive, well supplied. Welcomed with fresh flowers & some starter supplies. Great location for many walks. A wonderful holiday!
Guests from Glasgow ... Fantastic property. Nice touch with flowers and welcome pack. Will certainly be back.
Guests from Kent ... An enjoyable week in a peaceful village. Cosy cottage after a long day walking. Very good food at the pub.
April 2007
Returning guests From Norwich ... Beautiful weather all week so lots of walk and then undoing all the good work in the pub. Lovely, comfy cottage as always - looking forward to coming back next year!
Guests from Measham, Derbyshire .... Had a fantastic time, cottage beautiful, great location, pub & walks brilliant. Everyone so friendly. Would definitely recommend to a friend and would love to come back
Guests from Marlow, Bucks ... Beautiful cottage, Wonderful Yorkshire.
Guests from Batley, West Yorkshire ... Another lovely stay. This is a very well planned and equipped cottage - idyllic!
March 2007
Returning guests from Warborough, Leicester .... Enjoyed our week at Craggley as always.
Guests from Leeds .... Beautiful cottage - home from home. Weather not good, but enjoyed every minute. Thank you to the caretaker for making the cottage so welcoming and so clean.
Guests from Harpenden ... Wonderful stay in great surroundings. Lovely cottage.
Guests from Kent ... This place managed to relieve the stress of an 8 hour journey with 2 children. Wonderful. Thank you.
Guests from Congleton, South Cheshire ... Great location and a perfect cottage, thoughfully presented.
February 2007
Guests from Little Shelford, Cambs .... Our stay was short but o so sweet. Thanks for all your care and thought. Lovely lovely cottage, lovely walks and exciting power cut at the pub!
Guests from Berkhamsted, Herts ... Just what we all needed. Lovely house and area. Snow, rain, sunshine, just wonderful Yorkshire. We will be back!
A little lady age 4 from Bristol .... I saw some sheep on the way to Craggley Cottage. I want to stay forever.
Guests from Newcastle under Lyme ... Cottage is lovely. You have gone to a lot of trouble to make your guests comfy. Enjoyed all the walks and going to the pub. Will be back.
Guests from North Wales ... The cottage is really lovely and very well equipped. We would love to come again. Thank you.
January 2007
Guests from Leeds .... Home from home, cozy, relaxing and everythig catered for.
Returning guests from Odiham, Hampshire ... Happy New Year! our second visit to Craggley and yet again a fabulous break. Great walks and then a bottle of wine around the fire. Thank you so much for making the cottage look so beautiful at Christmas and for the gift of the wine and crackers. Look forward to returning later in the year.
December 2006
Returning guests from Leicester ... Lovely Christmas week at Craggley. Enjoyed the walking as always. Fire, Christmas decorations, crackers and bottle of wine much appreciated, as was the power shower! Many thanks.
Visitor from Harrogate ... Excellent cottage, very well equipped, everything that one would want. Very therapeutic, calm and relaxing
Visitors from Somerset ... What a lovely relaxing place! Wish we could have more time to enjoy it. The thought and love that has gone into this cottage make it a real joy to stay in.
November 2006
Repeat visitors from North Wales ... Lovely time as always, fourth time here. Will be back. Very relaxing.
Repeat visitors from Blyth, Northumberland ... Third visit. Nice to be away from hustle & bustle. Peaceful and relaxing.
Visitors from Doncaster .... Lovely time. The best cottage we have stayed in. Lovely and clean, fantastic. Hope to be back.
Visitors from Cambridgeshire ... Marvellous cottage, fantastic scenery, great walking. Fox & Hounds is a lovely pub, good food, friendly staff....and Susie wants to live in the cottage!
October 2006
Visitors from Sheffield ... The cottage is a true home from home. We will return soon I hope.
September 2006
Visitors from Cherry Burton ... Another lovely holiday in beautiful West Burton and your delightful cottage. Back next year we hope.
Visitors from Bramley, Hampshire ... Very relaxing and enjoyable, so much to see and do. Hope to be back again.
August 2006
Repeat visitors from South Wales ... Wonderful, relaxing, interesting and stupendous stay again. So much to see and do and beautiful cottage to boot!
Visitors from Odiham, Hampshire ... We now know it is an 'impeccable' cottage! Lots of lovely walks from the cottage, great meat from the butcher and great fun waiting for the fish and chip van on Wednesday! We will be back asap
Visitors from Newark ... We had a great family time in this beautiful area and cottage. What a well-equipped place -the children particularly enjoyed bingo! We will definitely be back.
July 2006
Visitors from Netherlands ... It was wonderful, we regret going home. Heatwave. If you ever think of selling this place, let us know please. We'll be back!
Visitors from London ... Another lovely stay.
June 2006
Visitors from Northamptonshire ... Sunshine, scenery and a beautiful cottage. What more could one ask. Thank you for allowing us to share this lovely spot.
Visitors from Newbury ... Great cottage, lovely village, beautiful area.
Visitors from Malvern ... too hot! great walking. The Dales are magnificent. Cottage is cosy and well equipped with lovely garden.
May 2006
Visitors from Batley ... Lovely gottage and very pretty garden with gorgeous view. We were lucky with the weather and had planned several walks, but found it difficult to tear ourselves away. It is so nice not to hear traffic, just birdsong. Cottage is well equipped. Thank you for the milk, bread and butter and lovely flowers.
Visitors from Mansfield/Somerset ... The cottage is very comfortable and well equipped. Thank you.
April 2006
Visitors from Leicester ... Great week in lovely cottage. Love the garden and view.
Visitors from Norwich ... Lovely cottage in beautiful surroundings. Highly recommend the local pub!
March 2006
Visitors from Derbyshire ...I had a lovely time with my mummy and daddy. My favourit thing is the sheep. They make me laugh. I also like the door stops in the cottage and the curtain by the stairs for playing peep-o.
Visitors from Macclesfield, Cheshire. Another wonderful week in the Dales & another excellent cottage. Very well equipped and comfortable.
Visitors from Lincoln. A beautiful cottage, well equipped. We had a lovely time.
February 2006
Visitors from Cambridgeshire. Lovely cottage. Lovely village with great scenery & the food in the local was outstanding with huge platefuls.
Visitors from Leicester. Excellent cottage - a real home from home. The log fire has been a real treat. Lovely scenery and really friendly people. You have a perfect cottage in an idyllic location.
Visitors from Brackley. Superb cottage. The caretaker has kept this place spotless. Very cosy with the fire. Thank you both for making the cottage such a lovely place to stay. We wish it was ours !
January 2006
Visitors from Gloucestershire. A much needed, but too short break in a very comfortable, cosy cottage
Visitors from Bradford. (their third visit) As long as there is such a high standard, we will keep coming. Heaven.
Visitors from Grimsby. Absolutely fantastic. Home from home. Can't wait to come back!
Visitors from Derby. A great cottage. Will definitely recommend to others & come back if we get the chance.
Visitors from Nottingham. Lovely, enjoyable break in a delightful cottage. Enjoyed the walks in fantastic scenery.
Visitors from Ashton Under Lyne. Lovely welcoming cottage with lots of thoughtful extras. Will definitely recommend to others. Enjoyed splashing in West Burton river!
December 2006
Visitors from Goole. A wonderfully equipped and cosy cottage & base for a lovely New Year break. Ideal for a winter break. Really enjoyable.
November - September 2006
....oops! where have they gone ....to be added ....
August 2005
Visitors from Mortimer, Berkshire ... (age 12, 8, 6) .... We had a fab time thank you so much. The cottage is great and I hope we can come again because it is so nice. The cottage is beautiful and I love it. I want to stay again.
Visitors from Wales & Australia ... Beautiful outlook from the garden makes a wonderful cottage perfect. Thank you.
Visitors from South Wales .... Very relaxing holiday in superb cottage, lovely gardens, walks, waterfalls, countryside. We all had a wonderful time. Many thanks - we will return again.
July 2005
Visitors from Newcastle -under- Lyme.... Lovely cottage. Had a relaxing break. Had fun at Kilnsey Park and caught 4 fish. Thank for you letting us share your cottage. It rained for 3 days but we still had a fantastic time. Will tell our friends.
Visitors from Derby .... Everything we wished for and more in your lovely cottage. Put the garden to good use in the wonderful weather. Thank you.
Visitors from Netherlands .... Lovely cottage, lovely garden, lovely Yorkshire Dales, lovely weather etc etc
Visitors from Sandhurst, Berks ... Beautiful cottage. Fantastic walks. Enjoyed the pubs and teashops on route.
June 2005
Visitors from Upminster, Essex .... A great stay in a beautiful cottage. Added bonus of lovely weather
Visitors from Cherry Burton ..... our fourth visit to West Burton. Cottage beautiful - one of the best. Another successful stay. Scenery lovely and walking great. Hopefully will be back next year. Thanks for the welcoming tray.
Visitors from Bristol .... Our second visit here to this cottage and this time blessed with a heatwave! We sat in the garden every day for breakfast. A splendid cottage. We will be back. Many thanks.
May 2005
Visitors from Hertfordshire. I must return to the Dales again with the sun, wind and the sky. Last year I left my socks there, I wonder if they’re dry!
Visitors from Norwich. Wonderful! Cottage cosy, clean & well equipped. Lovely garden to relax in. F&H in village does excellent food. Lots of walks from the doorstep. Thanks to caretaker for lovely clean welcoming cottage.
Visitors from Norwich. We had a fantastic holiday in Craggley Cottage, we are very sad to be going home. The cottage had everything we needed. We will definitely be coming back.
April 2005
Visitors from Cheshire. Perfect!!!
Return visitors from Northumberland. Love this cosy cottage. Peaceful, heaven away from city life. Will be back.
Return visitors from Lincolnshire. Lovely week in this super cottage, even enjoyed the garden this time.
Return Visitors from North Wales. Have been before, cosy cottage, so relaxing. Great to unwind. Fox and hounds v welcoming and friendly. Will be back again.
March 2005
Visitors from Croydon. Beautiful calm week in the foggy misty Dales .... Enjoyed the walking, overwhelmed by the warm welcome at the Fox & hounds. Castle Bolton & Middleham interesting for history buffs. Excellent comfortable cottage
Visitors from Blackburn. Lovely cosy cottage, very clean and well-equipped. Despite the snow, we've managed a good walk every day - then collapsed in front of the fire! We particularly enjoyed the walk to Aysgarth Falls across the fields at the back of the house. The Dales are such a beautiful area.
Visitors from Manchester. A beautiful cottage with lots of 'touches' which make it welcoming. A lovely anniversary weekend. Would love to come back in summer and use the splendid garden. Thank you!
February 2005
Visitors from Co Durham. Relaxing few days in superb surroundings.
Visitors from Lincolnshire. Superb cottage - so homely and welcoming after a day's walking. We loved all the pictures of local places. Really appreciated the maps and walking books. We'd love to return in warmer weather and enjoy the lovely garden.
December 2004
Visitors from Stockport. Purrrrfect. Even had a smattering of snow on Christmas day.
Visitors from Surrey. Cottage beautifully clean and cosy. We would love to return soon.
Visitors from Deesside, Wales ."Stayed in the village many times before, this cottage by far the best. Very enjoyable".
November 2004
Visitors from Halifax ..."Wonderful, relaxing weekend in a superb cottage. Blessed with the weather. Hope to be back soon".
Visitors from Glasgow....."the cottage was just fantastic"...
October 2004
Visitors from Rochdale ..."Great cottage, great village, great pub, great people, great food. FAB. We'll be back".
September 2004
Vistors from Bradford........"Nothing to say except - 'Perfect'. The Howarths should be very proud of such a wonderful place. We did not want to go home. Nuff said!"
Visitors from Oklahoma, USA "Great facility, great location, lousy weather still a fantastic holiday, will return."
Visitors from Hampshire. "Cottage and scenery beyond compare. Lovely restful week if it weren't for the long walks !"
August 2004
Visitors from Powburn, Northumberland..." From one beautiful part of the country to another. The rain did not deter us - a great walk to Gordale Scar. As for the cottage - we have stayed in many but this one feels like home as soon as you walk through the door. Can't think of anything we needed that wasn't readily available. Charmingly decorated cottage - fantastic views. We will definitely be back. This place certainly earns its 4 stars."
July 2004
Visitors from Leicester....... "Super cottage, lovely walks, good food. What more can you want !"
June 2004
Visitors from Australia........."all up to a very high standard"
....... "The cottage is tastefully equipped and furnished. Lovely gesture the fresh flowers and the basic foodstuffs most welcome. Wonderful food at the George & Dragon at Aysgarth. We've had a marvellous week's holiday."
May 2004
Visitors from Cannock........."the cottage was spotlessly clean on arrival it was a pleasure to enter the cottage and find everywhere beautiful... gold star for your caretaker"
Visitors from Northern Ireland. "A lovely setting for a relaxing break. House first class. Everything very friendly. Will recommend to our friends."
Visitors from Australia.."extremely good value for money...very well equipped with everything we needed.....loved the large bath towels ...we have thoroughly enjoyed our time at Craggley Cottage. We found all the books on the local area extremely useful."
April 2004
Visitors from Oxford........ "Beautifully finished and furnished. It had everything we needed and lots of appreciated extra touches"
Visitors from Bristol........ "Beautiful cottage, village and views. Incredible countryside. The road from Skipton to Hawes must be the best scenery in England. We will definitely be back."
Visitors from Tyne & Wear. "We had a wonderful weekend in this lovely cottage. Weather was lovely. Children enjoyed the waterfall and games, and good food in the village pub"
March 2004
Visitors from Dublin........."a beautiful comfortable and warm cottage"
February 2004
Visitors from Manchester ..............."It was all very good especially the kitchen"
January 2004
Visitors from London............ "excellently appointed" ....."immaculately presented"
Visitors from London......."Congratulations! A wonderful cottage excellently furnished and equipped. Thank you for all the local info."
December 2003 - our first visitors.
Visitors from London and Australia. ........ "very welcoming, with lots of personal touches tea coffee, lots of info on the area. Very well appointed, e.g. kitchen"
