Barn Cottage, Ireby near Ingleton | Barn Conversion Holiday in Yorkshire Dales

About Barn Cottage

Barn Cottage is a terraced stone cottage in the quiet hamlet of Ireby on the western edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. This cosy retreat sleeps up to five guests across three bedrooms. Original features include exposed beams and a woodburning stove that makes evenings special. The cottage sits in peaceful countryside with a tumbling beck running through the village.

Ireby offers complete seclusion surrounded by open fields and fells. You can see rolling Yorkshire Dales countryside from the doorstep. Footpaths and bridleways lead straight from the front door onto Ireby Fell. The setting is perfect for walkers wanting wild landscapes without crowds.

Inside you'll find two double bedrooms and one single bedroom. The modern shower room has a walk-in shower. The kitchen-diner comes fully equipped with an electric oven, microwave, fridge, washing machine and tumble dryer. The sitting room features the woodburning stove with logs provided.

White Scar Caves near Ingleton (3.5 miles, 8 minutes) offers underground adventures. Devil's Bridge and Ingleton Waterfalls Trail (3.5 miles, 8 minutes) provide stunning walks. Kirkby Lonsdale (4.5 miles, 10 minutes) has independent shops and restaurants. Settle (10.9 miles, 20 minutes) makes a great market town visit.

Barn Cottage suits couples and families wanting countryside walks from the door and a genuine escape. One dog is welcome to explore the Dales.

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At Sykes Cottages

Need To Know

✓Electric central heating with woodburning stove
✓Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, tumble dryer
✓Tv with freeview/streaming, ipod dock, wifi
✓Fuel and power included
✓Bed linen and towels included
✓Off-road parking for 1 car
✓Rear garden with patio and seating
✓Lockable bike storage
✓One well-behaved dog welcome
✓Sorry, no smoking
✓Shop 1.7 miles, pub 2.4 miles
✓Note: the lawned garden is detached from the house and can be accessed via the adjacent property
✓Please note: the minimum stay at this property is 3 nights

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at Barn Cottage

Exposed Beams and Stone Character

Original beams and stone walls create authentic cottage character throughout the living spaces.

Woodburning Stove

The log burner makes winter evenings cosy with logs provided for your stay.

Walks from the Doorstep

Footpaths and bridleways lead straight from the cottage onto Ireby Fell and surrounding countryside.

Peaceful Hamlet Setting

Ireby offers complete quiet with a beck running through and no traffic noise.

Modern Shower Room

The walk-in shower room is spacious and well appointed with excellent water pressure.

Dog Friendly Location

One dog welcome with enclosed garden space and endless walking routes from the door.

Getting To Barn Cottage

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Barn Cottage by car, head to the hamlet of Ireby on the western edge of the Yorkshire Dales. The cottage is easily found in this small village with off-road parking for one car at the property.

By Train

The nearest railway station is Bentham, approximately 3.5 miles away. From there you'll need a taxi to reach Ireby, which takes about 10 minutes through lovely countryside.

Off-road parking for one car

Bentham station (3.5 miles)

Edge of Yorkshire Dales National Park

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

White Scar Cave

Distance: 5.1 miles (8 min drive)

LA6 3AW

Gaping Gill

Distance: 8.4 miles (17 min drive)

LA2 8EE

Levens Hall

Distance: 14.4 miles (21 min drive)

LA8 0PD

Ingleton Waterfalls Trail

Distance: 3.8 miles (5 min drive)

Ingleborough

Distance: 6.4 miles (9 min drive)

Southerscales Nature Reserve

Distance: 7.1 miles (10 min drive)

LA6 3JG

Seasons Bakery

Distance: 3.4 miles (5 min drive)

LA6 3BT

Ingleton Pottery

Distance: 3.5 miles (5 min drive)

LA6 3HB

Booths

Distance: 3.9 miles (6 min drive)

LA6 2HG

Wennington Station

Distance: 5.8 miles (9 min drive)

LA2 8PB

Bentham Station

Distance: 5.2 miles (10 min drive)

LA2 7LJ

Leeds Bradford Airport

Distance: 48.3 miles (1 hr 14 min drive)

LS19 7TU

White Scar Cave

Distance: 5.1 miles (8 min drive)

LA6 3AW

Gaping Gill

Distance: 8.4 miles (17 min drive)

LA2 8EE

Levens Hall

Distance: 14.4 miles (21 min drive)

LA8 0PD

Ingleton Waterfalls Trail

Distance: 3.8 miles (5 min drive)

Ingleborough

Distance: 6.4 miles (9 min drive)

Southerscales Nature Reserve

Distance: 7.1 miles (10 min drive)

LA6 3JG

Seasons Bakery

Distance: 3.4 miles (5 min drive)

LA6 3BT

Ingleton Pottery

Distance: 3.5 miles (5 min drive)

LA6 3HB

Booths

Distance: 3.9 miles (6 min drive)

LA6 2HG

Wennington Station

Distance: 5.8 miles (9 min drive)

LA2 8PB

Bentham Station

Distance: 5.2 miles (10 min drive)

LA2 7LJ

Leeds Bradford Airport

Distance: 48.3 miles (1 hr 14 min drive)

LS19 7TU

Is Barn Cottage Right For Your Group

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

For Families

Children will enjoy the enclosed garden space about 100 yards from the cottage where they can play safely. The cottage has a games cupboard with Lego, books and activities. Countryside surrounds the hamlet with the beck to explore and endless space to run around. Ingleton Waterfalls and White Scar Caves nearby offer family adventures within a short drive.

Groups Will Love...

The exposed beams running throughout Barn Cottage create authentic character in every room. Combined with traditional stone walls, these original features give the cottage its cosy atmosphere. The woodburning stove in the sitting room becomes the heart of the space on cooler evenings. Logs are provided so you can enjoy the crackle and warmth after days exploring the Dales.

Pet Friendly

One well-behaved dog is welcome at Barn Cottage. The enclosed garden sits about 100 yards from the property and provides safe space for your dog. Footpaths and bridleways start right from the front door leading onto Ireby Fell and surrounding countryside. The Yorkshire Dales location means endless walking routes. The small patio area isn't fully secure for lively dogs.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Barn Cottage

The Wheatsheaf at Ingleton

Located 3.5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA6 3HH

The Sun Inn, Bentham

Located 3.5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA2 7HE

The Snooty Fox, Kirkby Lonsdale

Located 4.5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA6 2BU

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Barn Cottage

Is Barn Cottage pet friendly?

Yes, one well-behaved dog is welcome at Barn Cottage. There's an enclosed garden area about 100 yards from the cottage plus direct access to countryside walks from the front door.

What are the original features at this cottage?

The cottage has exposed beams throughout and traditional stone walls that give it authentic character. A woodburning stove in the sitting room adds to the cosy atmosphere with logs provided.

How many guests does Barn Cottage sleep?

The cottage sleeps up to five guests across three bedrooms: two doubles and one single. It works best for four adults or a family group.

What's the bathroom like?

There's one modern shower room with a large walk-in shower, basin and WC. Guests particularly praise the shower pressure and the spacious layout.

Can you walk straight from the cottage?

Yes, footpaths and bridleways start right from the front door leading onto Ireby Fell. The Three Peaks, Ingleton Waterfalls and countless Dales walks are all within easy reach.

What's included in the kitchen?

The kitchen-diner has an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine and tumble dryer. You'll find it well equipped with cookware, utensils and often welcome extras like tea and coffee.

Where is parking at Barn Cottage?

There's off-road parking for one car at the cottage. A second vehicle can park a short distance down the lane near the telephone box if needed.

What's the local area like around Ireby?

Ireby is a tiny quiet hamlet on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. You're 3.5 miles from Ingleton, 4.5 miles from Kirkby Lonsdale and surrounded by open countryside with a beck running through the village.