Barn Owl Cottage, Pateley Bridge, Nidderdale | Barn Conversion Holiday in Yorkshire

About Barn Owl Cottage

Barn Owl Cottage is a traditional stone barn conversion in North Yorkshire, set in the peaceful countryside near Ripon. Original features include exposed timber beams, thick stone walls and a cosy wood-burning stove. The barn sits on a working farm with open fields and woodland views stretching across the Yorkshire Dales.

The conversion sleeps up to four guests across two bedrooms. The main bedroom has a king-size bed. The second bedroom offers twin beds. There's one bathroom with a shower. The open-plan living area combines kitchen, dining and sitting space under vaulted ceilings with original oak beams overhead.

Nearby you'll find Fountains Abbey (6 miles, 15 minutes), a World Heritage Site with medieval ruins. Ripon Cathedral sits 4 miles away (10 minutes). Brimham Rocks offers dramatic rock formations 5 miles distant (12 minutes). Lightwater Valley theme park is 8 miles away (18 minutes).

Barn Owl Cottage suits couples or small families wanting authentic barn character and rural Yorkshire peace. Book for genuine countryside living in a proper working farm setting.

Check Prices & Availability »

At Sykes Cottages

Need To Know

✓Oil central heating
✓Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, tv with freesat, dvd, stereo/cd/radio, wifi, selection of books
✓All fuel and power included in rent
✓Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓Off road parking for 2 cars
✓Lockable storage
✓Front patio with furniture
✓One well-behaved pet welcome for £25
✓00 extra
✓Sorry, no smoking
✓Shop and pub 1 mile
✓Note: fishing rights on the river by arrangement with owner

Barn Owl Cottage Prices

Lowest 7 nights

£399

12 Dec 2026

Average 7 nights

£617

£88/night avg

Annual Pricing Heat Map

Each cell = one 7-night stay starting that Saturday — hover for price

Nights

May

Sat
30th£564

Jun

Sat
6th£626 Sat
13th£688 Sat
20th£707 Sat
27th£651

Jul

Sat
4th£747 Sat
11th£893 Sat
18th£727 Sat
25th£995

Aug

Sat
1st£801 Sat
8th£746 Sat
15th£711 Sat
22nd£773 Sat
29th£617

Sep

Sat
5th£584 Sat
12th£635 Sat
19th£477 Sat
26th£490

Oct

Sat
3rd£442 Sat
10th£421 Sat
17th£442 Sat
24th£582 Sat
31st£486

Nov

Sat
7th£406 Sat
14th£406 Sat
21st£406 Sat
28th£406

Dec

Sat
5th£406 Sat
12th£399 Sat
19th£810 Sat
26th£810

Jan

Sat
2nd£739 Sat
9th£416 Sat
16th£441 Sat
23rd£441 Sat
30th£581

Feb

Sat
6th£554 Sat
13th£767 Sat
20th£492 Sat
27th£422

Mar

Sat
6th£422 Sat
13th£422 Sat
20th£443 Sat
27th£693

Apr

Sat
3rd£746 Sat
10th£679 Sat
17th£508 Sat
24th£606

May

Sat
1st£533 Sat
8th£658 Sat
15th£653 Sat
22nd£553

Cheaper

More expensive ░ = no data

Next Available 7 Night Breaks

12 Dec 2026 £399 7 nights · £57/night 07 Nov 2026 £406 7 nights · £58/night 08 Nov 2026 £406 7 nights · £58/night 09 Nov 2026 £406 7 nights · £58/night

More Barn Holidays You May Like

Hot Tub WiFi Fishing Open Fire

Apple Mill

South West of England, Devon

Sleeps 8 4 Bedrooms

Apple Mill is a stylish, Grade II listed holiday home in Venn Ottery near Sidmouth, Devon. Family-friendly. Hot tub. EV charging. Pet-friendly. Character. Sidmouth 5.4 miles; Exeter 11.1 miles.

View Barn

WiFi Fishing

The Orchard

South West of England, Cornwall

Sleeps 6 3 Bedrooms Pet Friendly

The Orchard is a delightful, three-bedroom barn conversion resting in Cardinham near Blisland, Cornwall. Pet-friendly. Countryside views. Contemporary. Bodmin 6 miles; Wadebridge 12.9 miles;...

View Barn

WiFi

Stonewell Cottage

Heart of England, Gloucestershire

Sleeps 4 2 Bedrooms Pet Friendly

Resting in the desirable hamlet of Maugersbury, just outside the market town of Stow-on-the-Wold, lies this 19th century converted barn, Stonewell Cottage, which is the perfect base for a family...

View Barn

WiFi Near Beach

The Coach House

Wales, Pembrokeshire

Sleeps 2 1 Bedrooms Pet Friendly

This detached cottage lies in the picturesque countryside of Merrion near Pembroke. En-suite. Super-king-size. Dog-friendly. Pembroke 4.7 miles; Angle 8 miles; St Florence 12.1 miles.

View Barn

WiFi Romantic Fishing Open Fire

May Blossom Barn

South West of England, Devon

Sleeps 4 2 Bedrooms

An idyllic two-bedroom house approximately 1.5 miles from the small village of Lustleigh, Devon. Family-friendly. Woodburning stove. Enclosed garden. Moretonhampstead 2.8 miles; Bovey Tracey 4.5...

View Barn

Hot Tub WiFi

Stable Loft

South West of England, Cornwall

Sleeps 6 3 Bedrooms

Stable Loft, a stunning house resting in the town of in St Columb Major. Reverse-level. Welcoming. Rustic. Characterful. Off-road parking. Enclosed garden. Newquay 7.6 miles; Newquay 15.8 miles.

View Barn

WiFi Open Fire

The Old Dairy

Heart of England, Shropshire

Sleeps 4 3 Bedrooms Pet Friendly

Ground floor character barn conversion in village of Stapleton, 7 miles from Church Stretton. Woodburner, exposed beams & original features throughout. Shrewsbury 6 miles.

View Barn

Hot Tub Fishing Open Fire

Beudy Bach Barn

Wales, Gwynedd

Sleeps 6 3 Bedrooms

Superb detached barn conversion in lovely rural location with stunning views. Spacious open plan living accommodation with woodburner. Ground floor bedrooms and bathroom. Games room. Patio. Ample...

View Barn

Hot Tub WiFi Open Fire

Dallicar House

North of England, Yorkshire

Sleeps 12 5 Bedrooms

This magnificent barn conversion is based in Giggleswick, North Yorkshire. All en-suites. Hot tub. Spacious rooms. Country views. Settle 1.3 miles; Ingleton 10 miles.

View Barn

Hot Tub WiFi Open Fire Pool

County Farm Barn

East of England, Norfolk

Sleeps 11 4 Bedrooms

Country Farm Barn in Acle near Norwich in Norfolk is an outstanding detached property. Family-friendly. Swimming pool. Hot tub. Woodburning stove. Lingwood 4.5 miles. Great Yarmouth 10.8 miles....

View Barn

What Guests Love

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

Original Stone Walls

Thick Yorkshire stone walls and exposed beams create authentic barn character throughout the cottage with traditional features preserved beautifully.

Wood-Burning Stove

The cosy wood burner provides warmth and atmosphere on cooler evenings, perfect for settling in after exploring the Yorkshire countryside.

Working Farm Setting

Located on an active farm with fields and woodland surrounding the cottage, offering genuine rural Yorkshire life and peaceful countryside views.

Vaulted Ceilings

High ceilings with exposed oak beams overhead give a real sense of space and showcase the barn's original agricultural structure.

Countryside Views

Open fields and woodland stretch out from the cottage with views across North Yorkshire farmland towards the Yorkshire Dales beyond.

Ripon Location

Just 4 miles from historic Ripon with its cathedral and market, plus easy access to Fountains Abbey and Brimham Rocks nearby.

Getting To Barn Owl Cottage

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Barn Owl Cottage by car, take the A61 towards Ripon and follow signs for Grewelthorpe. The barn is located on a working farm with clear access and off-road parking available upon arrival.

By Train

For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Harrogate, approximately 12 miles away. From there, a taxi will take you through North Yorkshire countryside to the barn.

Off-road parking available

Harrogate station (12 miles)

Accessible from the A61 near Ripon

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Fountains Abbey

Distance: 6 miles

HG4 3DY

Brimham Rocks

Distance: 5 miles

HG3 4DW

Ripon Cathedral

Distance: 4 miles

HG4 1QT

Studley Royal Water Garden

Distance: 6 miles

HG4 3DY

Hack Fall Wood

Distance: 7 miles

HG4 3DE

Ripon Canal Walk

Distance: 4 miles

HG4 1LE

Ripon Market Square

Distance: 4 miles

HG4 1BP

Sainsbury's Ripon

Distance: 4 miles

HG4 1SE

Booths Supermarket

Distance: 4 miles

HG4 2BG

Ripon Bus Station

Distance: 4 miles

HG4 1QS

Harrogate Station

Distance: 12 miles

HG1 1TE

Ripon Taxi Rank

Distance: 4 miles

HG4 1BP

Fountains Abbey

Distance: 6 miles

HG4 3DY

Brimham Rocks

Distance: 5 miles

HG3 4DW

Ripon Cathedral

Distance: 4 miles

HG4 1QT

Studley Royal Water Garden

Distance: 6 miles

HG4 3DY

Hack Fall Wood

Distance: 7 miles

HG4 3DE

Ripon Canal Walk

Distance: 4 miles

HG4 1LE

Ripon Market Square

Distance: 4 miles

HG4 1BP

Sainsbury's Ripon

Distance: 4 miles

HG4 1SE

Booths Supermarket

Distance: 4 miles

HG4 2BG

Ripon Bus Station

Distance: 4 miles

HG4 1QS

Harrogate Station

Distance: 12 miles

HG1 1TE

Ripon Taxi Rank

Distance: 4 miles

HG4 1BP

Is Barn Owl Cottage Right For Your Group

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

For Families

The barn sits on a working farm with open fields and woodland to explore. Kids can experience genuine farm life with countryside all around. The cottage has a wood-burning stove so supervision is needed. Nearby attractions include Lightwater Valley theme park 8 miles away and Fountains Abbey with its medieval ruins. The rural setting offers space to run around outdoors.

Groups Will Love...

The exposed timber beams and vaulted ceilings showcase this barn's original agricultural structure beautifully. Thick Yorkshire stone walls run throughout the cottage, preserving authentic character from its farming past. The wood-burning stove sits within the open-plan living space, creating a cosy focal point under the high beamed ceiling. These original features combine to deliver a genuine barn conversion experience in rural North Yorkshire.

Pet Friendly

Barn Owl Cottage does not accept pets. The property sits on a working farm with livestock present, which makes it unsuitable for dogs or other animals. The surrounding fields and farmland are part of an active agricultural operation. Guests with pets should look for alternative accommodation. The working farm environment requires this restriction for the safety of both animals and farm operations.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Barn Owl Cottage

The Royal Oak, Dacre Banks

Located 6 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: HG3 4EN

The Black-a-Moor Inn

Located 8 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: HG4 3JT

Oliver's Pantry, Ripon

Located 4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: HG4 1LJ

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Barn Owl Cottage

Is Barn Owl Cottage pet friendly?

No, this barn conversion does not accept pets. The property sits on a working farm with livestock, which makes it unsuitable for dogs or other animals.

What original barn features does it have?

The cottage retains exposed timber beams throughout, thick Yorkshire stone walls and vaulted ceilings. A wood-burning stove adds to the traditional barn character and provides cosy warmth.

How many people does the barn sleep?

Barn Owl Cottage sleeps four guests across two bedrooms. The main bedroom has a king-size bed and the second bedroom offers twin beds.

Where exactly is the barn located?

The barn sits on a working farm near Ripon in North Yorkshire, postcode HG3 5JA. Open farmland and woodland surround the property with views towards the Yorkshire Dales.

What's the nearest town or village?

Ripon lies 4 miles away, about 10 minutes by car. This historic cathedral city offers shops, restaurants, pubs and a traditional market square.

Is there parking at the cottage?

Yes, off-road parking is available at the barn. The property is easily accessible from main roads with space for vehicles right by the cottage.

What can we do nearby?

Fountains Abbey sits 6 miles away, Brimham Rocks is 5 miles distant and Lightwater Valley theme park is 8 miles from the barn. Ripon Cathedral and the city centre are just 4 miles away.

What are the living spaces like?

The barn has an open-plan layout combining kitchen, dining and sitting areas under vaulted ceilings. Original oak beams overhead and stone walls create authentic barn character throughout the space.