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Little Barn is a beautifully restored stone barn conversion in the Yorkshire Dales village of Cowling, West Yorkshire. Original exposed beams and stone walls create authentic barn character throughout. The property features a private hot tub perfect for soaking under the stars after exploring the surrounding countryside.

The barn sits in a peaceful rural setting with views across open fields and rolling Dales landscape. You're surrounded by classic Yorkshire countryside with dry stone walls and farmland stretching in every direction.

Little Barn sleeps up to six guests across three bedrooms with two bathrooms. The open-plan living space combines kitchen, dining and sitting areas under the original timber roof structure.

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About Little Barn

Little Barn is a beautifully restored stone barn conversion in the Yorkshire Dales village of Cowling, West Yorkshire. Original exposed beams and stone walls create authentic barn character throughout. The property features a private hot tub perfect for soaking under the stars after exploring the surrounding countryside.

The barn sits in a peaceful rural setting with views across open fields and rolling Dales landscape. You're surrounded by classic Yorkshire countryside with dry stone walls and farmland stretching in every direction.

Little Barn sleeps up to six guests across three bedrooms with two bathrooms. The open-plan living space combines kitchen, dining and sitting areas under the original timber roof structure. Large windows flood the barn with natural light.

Skipton market town sits 6 miles away (15 minutes). Visit Malham Cove's limestone cliffs 8 miles north (20 minutes). Explore Haworth village and the Brontë Parsonage Museum 4 miles south (12 minutes). Walk the Pennine Way which passes nearby.

Little Barn suits couples and families wanting genuine Yorkshire Dales barn living with modern comfort and that hot tub bonus.

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What Guests Love

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

Private Hot Tub

Soak in your own hot tub with views across Yorkshire fields. Perfect for starlit evenings after long Dales walks.

Original Stone Walls

Authentic barn stonework throughout creates real character. These walls tell stories of Yorkshire's farming heritage and rural past.

Exposed Timber Beams

Original roof beams frame the living spaces beautifully. The timber structure reminds you you're staying in a genuine working barn conversion.

Yorkshire Dales Location

Cowling sits right in proper Dales countryside. Step outside to fields, hills and classic Yorkshire landscape in every direction.

Open-Plan Living Space

The barn's main space flows naturally from kitchen to dining to sitting areas. High ceilings and big windows make it feel wonderfully spacious.

Peaceful Rural Setting

Quiet village location away from traffic and noise. You'll hear birdsong and sheep instead of cars passing by.

Getting To Little Barn

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Little Barn by car, take the A6068 through Colne and continue to Cowling village. The barn is easily accessible from main routes and you'll have off-road parking available upon arrival.

By Train

For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Skipton, approximately 6 miles away. From there, it's a short taxi ride through Yorkshire Dales countryside to the barn.

Off-road parking available
Skipton station (6 miles)
Easily accessible from the A6068

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Bronte Parsonage Museum
Distance: 2 miles (5 min drive)
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Cliffe Castle
Distance: 2.8 miles (7 min drive)
BD20 6LJ
East Riddlesden Hall
Distance: 3.7 miles (10 min drive)
BD20 5EJ
Bronte Way
Distance: 1.8 miles (5 min drive)
Holden Park
Distance: 1.9 miles (7 min drive)
BD22 7JB
Stoodley Pike
Distance: 13 miles (30 min drive)
OL14 6HJ
Co-op Food
Distance: 1.3 miles (3 min drive)
BD22 8NF
Riddle and Rind
Distance: 1.5 miles (4 min drive)
BD22 8DA
Betty Moore
Distance: 1.7 miles (4 min drive)
BD22 8DE
Keighley Station
Distance: 2.6 miles (7 min drive)
BD21 4HP
Keighley Bus Station
Distance: 2.4 miles (6 min drive)
BD21 3PB
Leeds Bradford Airport
Distance: 15.6 miles (34 min drive)
LS19 7TU
Bronte Parsonage Museum
Distance: 2 miles (5 min drive)
BD22 8DR
Cliffe Castle
Distance: 2.8 miles (7 min drive)
BD20 6LJ
East Riddlesden Hall
Distance: 3.7 miles (10 min drive)
BD20 5EJ
Bronte Way
Distance: 1.8 miles (5 min drive)
Holden Park
Distance: 1.9 miles (7 min drive)
BD22 7JB
Stoodley Pike
Distance: 13 miles (30 min drive)
OL14 6HJ
Co-op Food
Distance: 1.3 miles (3 min drive)
BD22 8NF
Riddle and Rind
Distance: 1.5 miles (4 min drive)
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Betty Moore
Distance: 1.7 miles (4 min drive)
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Keighley Station
Distance: 2.6 miles (7 min drive)
BD21 4HP
Keighley Bus Station
Distance: 2.4 miles (6 min drive)
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Leeds Bradford Airport
Distance: 15.6 miles (34 min drive)
LS19 7TU

Is Little Barn Right For Your Group

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

For Families
Little Barn works well for families with the open fields and countryside right outside for children to explore safely. The three bedrooms provide good sleeping space whilst the open-plan living area means parents can keep an eye on younger ones. Kids will love the hot tub and there's plenty of space in the surrounding Yorkshire Dales for outdoor adventures and walks.
Groups Will Love...
The private hot tub at Little Barn is the standout feature for relaxation after days exploring the Yorkshire Dales. Set outside with views across open countryside, it's perfect for evening soaks under the stars. The combination of original stone barn walls, timber beams and this modern luxury creates something special. You get authentic barn character with proper comfort and that hot tub bonus.
Pet Friendly
The property details don't confirm whether Little Barn welcomes dogs, so you'll need to check with the owner before booking. The location would be brilliant for dogs with fields and Dales walks surrounding the barn. The Pennine Way passes nearby and there are countless footpaths through Yorkshire countryside. If pets are allowed, the rural setting and outdoor space make it ideal.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Little Barn

The Bay Horse Inn

Located 0.5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: BD22 0DG

The Tempest Arms

Located 3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: BD23 3AY

The Black Horse Hotel

Located 1 mile from your accommodation.

Postcode: BD20 8SJ

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Little Barn

Is Little Barn pet friendly?
The property details don't specify pet policies, so you'll need to check directly with the owner before booking. Many Yorkshire barn conversions welcome dogs given the excellent walking country surrounding them.
What original barn features does Little Barn have?
Little Barn retains its authentic stone walls and exposed timber beams throughout the living spaces. The conversion has preserved the barn's original character whilst adding modern comfort and facilities.
How many guests can Little Barn accommodate?
Little Barn sleeps six guests across three bedrooms with two bathrooms provided. The open-plan layout works well for families or small groups wanting to share the main living space.
What makes the location special?
The barn sits in Cowling village right in the Yorkshire Dales with fields and hills surrounding you. You're perfectly placed for walking the Pennine Way and exploring classic Dales countryside from your doorstep.
Is there a hot tub at Little Barn?
Yes, Little Barn has a private hot tub for guests to use throughout their stay. It's brilliant for relaxing after days spent walking the surrounding hills and exploring Yorkshire market towns.
What can you do nearby?
Skipton's market and canal sit 6 miles away, whilst Malham Cove's dramatic limestone formation is 8 miles north. Haworth village with the Brontë Parsonage Museum lies just 4 miles south for literary history.
Is Little Barn suitable for a romantic break?
The combination of stone barn character, countryside views and that private hot tub makes it perfect for couples. The peaceful rural setting provides proper escape from everyday life.
What's the nearest town for shops and restaurants?
Skipton market town sits 6 miles away with supermarkets, independent shops and plenty of Yorkshire pubs. The journey takes around 15 minutes by car through lovely Dales scenery.

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Little Barn Reviews

Catherine
Great location for visiting Haworth and the surrounding area. The cottage was well equipped and we particularly enjoyed the hot tub. Any issues were sorted quickly. We loved watching the deer in the morning.
Claire
Tucked away in the Yorkshire countryside, just a short drive from Haworth, is Little Barn. The property is very clean, comfortable and well equipped, including a tumble dryer for when the rain sweeps over the moors and you need to dry clothes off! It is spacious and well maintained. The hot tub is a treat and the back garden is private. Outside deer graze in the early morning and chickens roam freely. The steam train can be seen and heard in the valley and the cottage boasts excellent views of the moors, which can be enjoyed from the bath tub with a view! Locally, we visited Haworth where there is a Coop and at the top of Haworth Main Street a lovely meat and cheese speciality restaurant, Pav, which served delicious food. Ideally placed for the Bront Parsonage Museum, the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway Oakworth Station was where The Railway Children was filmed and exploring the moors, Little Barn is a perfect destination.
Had a lovely short stay at Little Barn. Was impressed as it was so much bigger than it seemed on the photos. Everything was well laid out, very comfortable and plenty of everything that may be needed in the kitchen. Hot tub was lovely to relax in in the evening. Nice and peaceful there and plenty to do in the area.
A lovely cottage in a peaceful setting, the bath was a great addition and being able to watch the steam train from the bedroom another highlight. Bev was available to answer questions and was lovely. We had a wonderful welcome from the chickens. All in all a lovely weekend.
The cottage was fantastic with fantastic views and the owners were lovely and helpful too, we will definitely be back.
Heather
Lovely spot and welcome goodies with fresh eggs and greetings from the hens we fed on arrival. Hot tub very relaxing. We walked to Howarth and went to Hebden Bridge both lovely places to visit. Although Bev wasn't there she was very helpful with messages. Thank you x
Lovely cottage. Great amenities and surroundings.
Steven
What a fabulous cottage! It far exceeded our expectations. It was spotlessly clean and had everything you could need plus loads of little extras that made our stay even better. Its very peaceful and pretty much all we heard were the birds singing. Weve never had a hot tub before but like everything else it seemed very clean. The bath in the bedroom is big enough for two as well! There are deer living in the woodland and chickens in the yard. There was even a little jar of food to feed the chickens which I loved. Bev is a lovely host and was very helpful. Theres masses to do nearby. Our particular highlights were Salts Mill, Haworth Parsonage Museum, Ilkley Moor, East Riddlesden Hall, Hebden Bridge and The Piece Hall in Halifax.
Rhoda y
I can thoroughly recommend our stay in the Little Barn it was a lovely place and Bev was very helpful with anything we asked about and thanks again Bev for all the goodies.
A little piece of heaven, we couldn't of asked for a more romantic break. The cottage is beautiful, cosy and sooooo comfortable. I had the best birthday weekend here and will definitely be visiting again. We spent cosy afternoons and nights by the fire, bathed in the most beautiful stunning bath and spent lovely evenings in the amazing hot tub in the rain and oh my the bed was so comfortable. Bev was an amazing host and couldn't have been more helpful. Our weekend was topped of by the deer letting us hand feed them. You have to check this place out.
Just Amazing place to stay chickens walking round so cute,and deer's one ate out of my hand a dream come true,stunning views while having a glass of bubbly in the large bath,hot tub was brilliant ,Bev was lovely lady sorted us out some logs till we found our feet,can't recommend this highly enough ,so comfy home from home ,definitely be back .
It was lovely from the start , Bev supplies lots of extras to help in ... It was lovely from the start , Bev supplies lots of extras to help in kitchen,tea coffee flour sauces etc ,so very helpful, hot tub was hot and ready on arrival, very comfy sofa and beds , always helpful to know , if you want fire you need to bring all you need for that, feeding the deer was very special, places to go , ingleton falls is breathtaking, hebden is a nice quaint place to visit, Kayleigh is a massive shopping centre and a good bible believing church in Haworth called Hall green so all in all a great week despite the rain
Anthony
Excellent accommodation Welcome pack even included haribo sweets what a treat. Hot tub ready to use as soon as we arrived. Deer around grounds even provided some chicken food so we could feed the chickens.
Trevor
A lovely clean spacious cottage, Bev was a brilliant host and quick to respond to any questions, the hot tub was perfect, Bev left us fresh eggs from the chickens and it was lovely to hand feed the wild deers, beautiful scenery we would definitely recommend this property.
Home from home. Everything you would need for a very comfortable stay.
We had a fantastic stay, cottage lovely, spotless and fully equipped. Welcome pack was a very nice touch, fresh eggs and a bottle of fizz along with other little treats. Lovely private hot tub. Very peaceful location. We will be returning. Thank you.
As we turned off the road and into the driveway to the property we were a little sceptical. The driveway was very uneven for our little car. However taking it slowly we made it to Little Barn. What a delightful property. Very well equipped kitchen. Very modern throughout. Immaculately clean. Plenty of towels for showers and for the hot tub. Relaxing lounge. Bedrooms were dreamy and my friend loved the free standing bath with the beautiful views over the moors. Hot tub was great. We had a lovely welcome pack from the owner which was a lovely touch, Thankyou. A great position to explore the area.
Steven
Excellent property had a great holiday
We have just returned from a lovely relaxing stay at Little Barn. Everything and more is provided for a very comfortable stay. The hot tub was divine, having the privilege to hand feed the wild deer was wonderful. The snug with extra tv is an added bonus, beds were very comfortable too. The views from the master bedroom are splendid. Thank you Bev for a wonderful stay at Little Barn.
Michelle
The place was spotless, cosy and comfortable. The owners were fantastic hosts. They responded to messages quickly, nothing was too much trouble for them they even let us feed deer from their own back garden an experience we will never forget. The place was ready early and they left complimentary treats which was a lovely touch. We love that there were games and dvds for the children. We would highly recommend and hope to be back one day in the future.
Matthew
Its was an amazing stay making us feel like home before we even got there by dropping us a message to make getting in easy and comfortable! Everything was perfect and Bev even checked up on us after our first night to make sure everything was perfect which was wonderful! Will definitely be booking again!
Russell
Our second stay at Little Barn and we really enjoyed it again. Superb cottage, really relaxing, peaceful and all round lovely. We loved the hot tub, such a nice little courtyard and sun trap in the afternoon early evening. The kids enjoyed feeding the chickens. Views are lovely. We had a day on the KWVR and walked to Damems station from the cottage and the a trip over to Skipton which was nice. We will come back again.
Deborah
Lovely property, owners very helpful. Ideally located for Haworth, walking distance. Stayed for a weekend with a couple of friends, enjoyed the hot tub. Would highly recommend.
This cottage is beautiful and had everything we needed and more to make our holiday special. Our son was over the moon with the hot tub and was very sad to leave, we will definitely be staying again.
Paula e
Everything was perfect.
Lovely cottage,stunning views especially in the snow! Good location to explore surrounding areas. Was greeted by the chickens and deers most mornings for a feed! Bev the owner was always there if we needed her, perfect host.overall we had a wonderful week,and would definitely come back.
Adrian
Brilliant place to stay very quite ,great base for seeing the moors and a ... Brilliant place to stay very quite ,great base for seeing the moors and a tractions that Yorkshire has would hiley recommend
Absolutely lovely places to stay everything you need. Bev is so helpful and even set up a birthday banner for us with some sweets and bottle of bubbly
Our second stay here, from the deer and chickens that greet us when pull up in ... Our second stay here, from the deer and chickens that greet us when pull up in car, to the gorgeous cottage, and the wonderful walks we did, it is just perfect for a relaxing break, after good day walking the hot tub is an added bonus, thank you Bev we loved our stay
Danielle
The Little Barn was so lovely. So nice being in lovely surroundings. We were two adults and a 3 & 5 year old. Plenty of space, very clean and tidy. Beautiful kitchen over looking hills and the steam train passing by. There is a little climbing frame and swings but we didnt use it while we were there. We saw deer, chickens and ponies out of kitchen window also! We had an enclosed garden due to our daughter being autistic and has a tendancy to run off so that was really handy. Bev gave us instructions of how to find the barn as its down a little track. We ordered food while we were there from a takeaway and they were able to find the barn with no problem. They had thought about most things you would need while away. We asked for a baby gate and glad we did as the stairs were quite narrow and steep and stopped our little ones escaping up them! Beds were lovely and comfy and the top bedroom had a beautiful bath in overlooking the hills. We would definitely love to come back.
Mohammed Yousaf
Bev your little barn cottage is the perfect place to watch the Keighley and worth valley railway steam train go by from your upstairs windows. Easy to get to and find. Like a hotel but more stylish. Would definitely recommend your place for a break. Escape from the busy crowd.
The cottage was clean and comfortable, we read reviews and everyone praised it, and they were right. .a perfect break for us, from the chickens greeting us when we arrived to the hot tub to relax in after some lovely days outwe would go back again
Wonderful place, unique situation with deer coming to visit. A few very minor niggles I lost count of how many times I knocked the toilet roll off the holder in the downstairs bathroom it needs a knob or something to keep it in place. Also the hot tub filter could probably do with upgrading since there was always some garden detritus leaves etc in it after use. But these might have weighed more heavily since we were unable to move around as much as usual owing to our car breaking down. I would strongly recommend the property.
Andrew
This was our third time of staying in one of Bev's properties and for the third time it was fantastic. The cottage was spotless throughout. Every little detail had been thought about. We brought the big kids this time and they had an amazing time too. They loved feeding the chickens, spotting the steam train passing in the distance, finding the deer in the trees and also clowning around in the hot tub. Until next time. Thank you Bev
Great cottage in a lovely location, chickens and deer a lovely addition as was the hot tub. A small problem with the boiler which was dealt with swiftly. Thanks again for a great stay.
Florin
We had a wonderful weekend, we will be back!
Nabeel
We visited this heavenly place in August 2024. After returning from Greece we wanted a little get away with our new baby. This was the BEST place and most relaxing place weve been..! Even though Bev was on holiday at the time she still ensured she answered all of our questions sorry for disturbing your holiday Bev. Our little baby loved the hot tub and everything about this beautiful place . I would rate it over 10 but it doesnt have that option..! Memories for life thanks for the amazing stay we are planning on returning for our babies birthday hopefully! Many many thanks ..! X
Absolutely beautiful stay in a stunning location. Every need provided for. The chickens are a delight mind the little rooster, he's a devil and will sneak up behind and give you a peck Bev is a lovely host and we will be back! Thank you xx
We had a lovely relaxing weekend. The property was lovely, really comfortable and every detial of what you'd need for a home from home was thought of. From opening the front door to lovely music playing, to the lovely welcome basket and the hot tub, the beautiful views and the huge bath in the bedroom, we loved it. Thank you so much this was just what we wanted and needed.
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