Dog-friendly West Yorkshire

This traditional two bedroom cottage is situated on the edge of the Peak District National Park only 5 minutes drive from the centre of Holmfirth and 20-minute walk. The property enjoys an elevated position with beautiful views across the Holme Valley, fields and woodland areas. Inside there are two bedrooms, a double bedroom and Kingsize bedroom with single sofa bed; a cosy living/dining room with modern day touches such as Wi-fi and Smart TV; kitchen and storeroom. Outside the property has off road parking for two cars on the driveway; a generous sized garden with patio area where you can simply relax and unwind.
Holmfirth and the surrounding areas are home to some of the most beautiful scenery in the Yorkshire Pennines and most recognisable as the location for the record breaking ’Last of the Summer Wine’ TV series. Exploring the picturesque town you’ll discover a wide range of amenities, shops, bars, restaurants as well as the renowned live music venue The Picturedrome. There are miles of open countryside, public footpaths, reservoir walks to explore for walking enthusiasts and cycling enthusiasts can recreate routes from the Tour de France 2014 and the Tour de Yorkshire; Wine enthusiasts can visit Holmfirth Vineyard for tasting and afternoon tea.
Being located on the edge of the Peak District National Park means there’s ample walking and cycling opportunities with miles of open countryside to explore. Additional attractions within reach, include the Yorkshire Sculpture Park and the Hepworth Gallery which is a 30-minute drive away and several heritage properties including Nostell Priory, National Trust, located 45 minutes’ away, Salts Mill, Bronte Parsonage and Harewood House which are all 1-hour drive. For pampering, the Titanic Spa in Huddersfield is just 20 minutes’ away. For children, Canon Hall Farm offers extensive animals, together with a farm shop and café. Finally, the cities of York, Leeds, Manchester, and Sheffield are all roughly an hour’s car journey. There really is something for everyone!

Located just off the centre of Penistone is Spring Cottage on The Green, where you are a short 8-minute walk from the town’s local amenities which include restaurants, pubs and shops.
After a fun packed day exploring, retreat home to Spring Cottage where there is an open-plan living room and kitchen on the ground floor. It has all the essentials required to cook up a delicious meal, then relax and unwind on the comfortable sofa with the electric wood burner creating a cosy atmosphere, with a projector to watch your favourite shows. Upstairs there are two bedrooms made up of a double and a twin, and a family bathroom. To the front of the house is a small garden area with a bistro set, perfect for al fresco dining, or enjoying a morning coffee. There is parking available in the driveway across from the property and ample roadside space also.
Penistone is surrounded by beautiful and historic countryside, there are both easy and challenging walks, or if you want to make a full day of it then walk the Cal-Der-Went, which links the River Derwent to the River Calder and crosses three counties.

Hectors Hideaway is ideally situated, with comfort and style in mind. A real home from home with charm and character. This two-bedroom property is a great place for family and friends to create ever lasting memories. Walk through the wisteria covered gateway, into a secluded wrap around courtyard, where you’ll enjoy sitting on a late summer evening.
Upon entering the property you are greeted by a cosy fully fitted kitchen with everything you need to prepare those home cooked meals. A snug little gem of a living room awaits you, with beamed ceiling, exposed stone wall, sumptuous sofa and armchair, and two quirky window seats full of cushions to snuggle in. Adding further character is a decorative fire with stone surround, and a cute dining corner for those romantic meals in.
Haworth is the perfect place to visit and has everything to offer to all our visitors. Try mooching around all the quirky Main Street Shops, or watching the world go by outside a wide variety of cafes, bars and restaurants, there are so many to choose from!
If walking is your thing, Penistone Hill and the surrounding countryside are stunning walks in all seasons, winter being our favourite! Travelling further afield you will also find St. Ives Estate, Bingley, Altar Rock, Five Rise Locks, Cliffe Castle, Harlow Carr at Harrogate, East Riddlesden Hall, and on our very own doorstep The keighley & Worth Valley Railway, and the Bronte Parsonage Museum. Hectors Hideaway is the perfect place to relax, unwind and discover!

Unique, beautiful, secluded and recently updated accommodation situated in stunning countryside as a peaceful oasis near to Cannon Hall Farm and the Yorkshire Sculpture Park. Located in a converted 17th-century church on a hill in the heart of Yorkshire, this beautiful, well-equipped apartment offers perfect sanctuary.

A unique self-contained studio apartment with its own entrance with a kitchen offering everything you should need for the duration of your stay to cook your favourite meal. In the bathroom you will find a spa bath with salts, bubbles, and other things to make your stay comfortable. There is also a recently installed full shower over the bath. The apartment has one comfortable king size bed, a single bed with pull out underneath, a breakfast bar for dining and a selection of furniture including a small settee and two old Parker Knoll chairs, along with a Smart TV. It features a one-of-a-kind, beautiful William Morris stained glass window of The Ascension.

The owners of the property offer a unique experience where they will happily give you a tour of the tower (once one of the original Beacons) and tell you the story and interesting history of the church. There is a variety of activities available in the area to please all the family. You have country footpaths, quaint shops/delicious pubs, and fascinating places to visit including the Yorkshire Sculpture Park and the home of the Wesleys’. There are significant landmarks locally in the region from Cannon Hall Farm; Emley Tower, Wentworth Woodhouse, the National Coal Mining Museum, and the home of Emily Bronte, to Art Exhibitions, ski slope, local festivals, Cawthorne (an historic village), well-manicured gardens and countryside walks, to name a few. In under an hour, you can be in Harrogate, York, Chatsworth, or Sheffield. Beneath the quiet exterior of country living beats a heart of choral tradition, cycling and rambling for nature lovers, coffee shops and fascinating places to visit.

This beautiful semi-detached, 16th-century, Grade II listed cottage can be found in the delightful Calderdale village of Warley, West Yorkshire, in a conservation area. Surrounded by stunning countryside, the cottage offers outstanding views over the stunning rural surrounding with scenic walks straight on the doorstep. There are also two pubs within walking distance. With exposed stone and wooden beams throughout the cottage you have that instant country living feel, the owners have gone to great lengths to ensure the property is a home from home.
The cottage is set over two levels, you enter into the dining room which is a lovely space to sit and have a family meal in front of the gorgeous wood burner. Opposite the dining room is the comfortable and cosy living room where you can relax again in front of another wood burner which will keep you warm on the colder evenings. On the same floor you have a well-presented, well-equipped kitchen which has plenty of room for food preparation. On the ground floor also is a shower room with shower cubicle, heated towels rail, toilet, and wash basin. Up one flight of stone steps is the beautifully presented master bedroom which presents a plush kingsize bed and Smart TV. The second bedroom also has a kingsize bed and Smart TV. The third bedroom has a double bed with all three bedrooms having luxury linen and fantastic views of the surrounding area and guaranteeing a perfect night’s sleep. The second lovely family shower room offers a shower cubicle and heated towel rail, a great place to have a soak after a day’s exploring. To the rear of the cottage, you have a private patio area with garden furniture and barbeque, a pretty place to sit and have a glass of fizz alfresco style and take in the fresh countryside air.
A 10-minute drive will take you to the historic town of Halifax, where you will find ample amenities including many great places to eat and drink. Halifax is also home to the unique Grade I listed Piece Hall where scenes from BBC’s Gentleman Jack were filmed, as well as Eureka! the National Children’s Museum perfect for families, and the Halifax Minster. Slightly further afield is the charming and vibrant market town of Hebden Bridge which can be reached in around a 15-minute drive, as can Haworth, most famous for its Brontë heritage. Set between the Peak District and Yorkshire Dales National Parks, both can be reached in around an hour, together with the bright lights of both Manchester and York. There is also a country style pub within walking distance from the cottage which serves local ales and good old pub grub. The only issue you will have with this staycation is fitting everything in so why not book a few extra days!

Originally three cottages and now one luxury holiday home, Weavers Cottage is ideal for families and friends to enjoy relaxed gatherings or special celebrations. The spacious open plan kitchen/dining/bar area is the heart of the house and perfect for entertaining with the large oak dining table seating up to twelve.
On the first-floor guests will find a master bedroom with kingsize bed, en-suite bathroom with large freestanding bath and also a dressing room with an additional single bed. Along the corridor you will find two further bedrooms and a shared bathroom. The second floor has two bedrooms with vaulted ceilings, galleried chill-out areas with TV and games consoles. One of these bedrooms is made up with twin beds that can be zipped to make a kingsize on request, the other has twin singles. There is also a further bathroom with full bath and shower. The garden will be a firm favourite with guests, with space for children to play and adults to relax. It has its own private hot tub to soak in, timber framed outdoor cooking area with pizza oven and BBQ for al fresco dining. After a scenic walk, leave your boots in the handy boot room, with plenty of hooks for wet coats and towels for muddy paws.
Weavers Cottage is nestled between the idyllic villages of Slaithwaite and Marsden and set back from the picturesque Huddersfield Narrow Canal. Both villages can be easily reached on foot or bicycle along the canal directly from the property. With an easy 20 min walk you can enjoy the numerous café’s, bars and local shops, including some excellent artisan bakeries for that special breakfast treat. Just a short walk through adjacent fields will bring you to the Olive Branch Inn with its relaxed atmosphere, fine dining and outdoor seating to take in the beautiful views. The property is burrowed amidst the National Trust Marsden Moor Estate; guests will be spoilt for choice with more than 5000 acres to explore. Whether you prefer to explore the landscape on foot, by bike or through the lens of a camera there are plenty of things to see and do. The rugged landscape and steep climbs are the perfect challenge for keen mountain bikers, while others might prefer to wander alongside the water’s edge of the canal and retrace ancient packhorse trails to Standedge Tunnel with it’s fascinating Visitor Centre – where you can learn about the longest, highest and deepest canal tunnel in Britain. Marsden Train station can be reached on foot or just a few minutes drive away and offers easy access to Manchester (36mins) and Leeds (45mins) for that Big City vibe.

This beautiful, 18th-century, stone-built terraced cottage offers a comfortable stay within the charming little town of Baildon. Brook Cottage has plenty of character with exposed beams and reclaimed brickwork which offers both couples and families a perfect holiday retreat and is ideally located to explore all that the Yorkshire Dales has to offer. The property is set over two levels; you enter the property into the well-presented, well-equipped kitchen which has plenty of room for food preparation. Through from the kitchen is a comfortable living room which has all the home comforts to give that lovely ‘home from home’ feel. Across from the living room is the lovely dining room, a great place to have a home cooked meal or play a board game with the family. To the rear of the property is the stunning garden, with a decked area and lawn for the kids to play on whilst the adults enjoy a well-deserved glass of fizz in the summer months.
With the property situated on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, Brook Cottage is perfectly located for exploring the beautiful local countryside. There are many walks straight from your door and cycling is very popular in the area, why not try a section of the Tour de France route that runs through Keighley and Haworth? For a more relaxing way to explore the area, hop on the Worth Valley Steam Train from Keighley Station, which takes you on a 5-mile journey through the Haworth moors and on to Oxenhope, once home to the Bronte sisters. The village of Haworth, 8 miles, is well worth a visit with its pretty cobbled streets lined with bunting and old-fashioned windows giving you a glimpse of the wares within.
Ilkley is just a short drive from the property meaning you have access to its variety of independent shops, cafés, restaurants, pubs and Tea Rooms. Bolton Abbey is a great place for a family day out, offering plenty of walking within the magnificent 30,000-acre grounds and picture-perfect picnic spots beside the river. The charming market town of Skipton, also known as the ‘Gateway to the Dales’, is 15 minutes away which is home to an ancient castle, cobbled high street and colourful street market. There is also golf nearby and a train station.

The Lodge is a delightful stone-built old coach house dating back to the 1850s, perfectly set just outside the Yorkshire Dales.
Recently renovated in 2022 by the owner to a high standard, The Lodge has contemporary modern comforts, set in a charming environment that provides the perfect setting for friends, families, and couples to have a peaceful and relaxing retreat. The owners have tried to keep the history alive in this old coach house with impressive exposed wooden beams and stone throughout. You enter the property into the well-presented, well-equipped modern kitchen with a breakfast bar, great for having your breakfast to get energised for today’s adventures. Across from the kitchen is the beautiful living area which is ideal to cosy up on the comfortable sofas with a glass of red in front of the stunning wood burner which adds additional heat and charm. Up one flight of stairs, you are presented with three good size bedrooms all fitted with fresh cotton sheets guaranteeing a perfect night’s sleep. The bathroom is also located on the first floor which boasts a very appealing roll-top bath should you wish to have a long relaxing soak after exploring this stunning area, shower cubicle, and heated towel rail. To the rear of the property, there is a superb, enclosed patio area, a fantastic place to sit in the summer months with your favourite holiday tipple or simply have your morning coffee whilst breathing in the fresh morning air.
Brontë Country is nearby, offering lots of wonderful walking routes across the moors, and for those keen on cycling, why not try a section of the Tour de France route that runs through Keighley and Haworth? For a more relaxing way to explore the area, hop on the Worth Valley Steam Train from Keighley Station, which takes you on a 5-mile journey through the Haworth moors and on to Oxenhope, once home to the Brontë Sisters. The village of Haworth, 4 miles, is well worth a visit with its pretty cobbled streets lined with bunting and old-fashioned windows giving you a glimpse of the wares within. There is an array of antique shops, independent bookstores, pavement cafés, and restaurants, plus the Brontë Parsonage Museum. The market town of Skipton, also known as ‘The Gateway to the Yorkshire Dales’, 13 miles, is another great day out, with a tempting selection of bars and restaurants, a medieval castle, and bustling street markets.
You can also take a stroll along the Leeds and Liverpool canal that runs through, or simply watch the barges chug past from a bar overlooking the water. Grab a delicious afternoon tea at Betty’s Tea room in Ilkley and head to Bolton Abbey for a picture-perfect picnic beside the river.

Keeper’s Hide offers a truly immersive escape from modern life and has been beautifully hand-crafted to provide the very essence of luxury whilst retaining its rustic charm. Nestled into the hillside, soak up the stunning views that this unique landscape has to offer; an indulgent and memorable break for two. The hut is named after the devoted dog ‘Keeper’ belonging to Emily Bronte, and is ideally situated, surrounded by fields and countryside views enjoying direct access onto the ‘Pennine Way’ and many famous walks including The Bronte Way, Millennium Way, The Railway Children Trail, Top Withens’ and Bronte Falls. Inside the hut, you are greeted by an open-plan design incorporating the living space with a cosy log-burner, an enclosed kingsize bed with storage and a fully fitted kitchen/dining area with an oak drop down table, leather chairs and cow-hide cushions. An oak door leads to a family bathroom benefitting from a shower and wall-mounted heated towel rail.
While away the evening enjoying freshly cooked pizza on the wood-fired pizza oven, toasting marshmallows on the Kadai firepit or soaking in the beautiful ‘Hikki’ hot tub while stargazing at the night sky with only the comforting sound of sheep or owls calling to break the silence. When sleep calls, sink into the luxurious kingsize bed with Egyptian cotton bed linen, rest your head and recharge ready to explore all that this outstanding area has to offer the next day. Be sure to visit the nearby village of Haworth, home of the famous Brontë sisters and the inspiration for many of their famous novels; Haworth is an undisputed literary mecca, attracting visitors from all around the world. With its historic cobbled Main Street, iconic Bronte Parsonage and rolling moors, the picturesque proportions of this Airedale village exude a vintage charm that makes you feel you’ve stepped into another era. There are also a wide variety of quaint eateries and pubs for refuelling before leaving the village and exploring the lonely moors beyond where the Brontë sisters found their inspiration. Further afield, such gems as Malham Cove, Ingleton Waterfalls, or the bustling market town of Skipton await and are sure not to disappoint. Both shepherd huts can be booked together to accommodate up to 4 guests.

West View Farm provides comfortable accommodation for up to eight guests within four bedrooms. Ideally situated in the quiet hamlet of Hainworth, one mile south from Keighley in West Yorkshire. West View Farm provides everything you need to enjoy your time away. Entering the property, you are greeted by an allocated area to store your muddy boots and coats with a lovely decorative fire. Wander through to find a large games room benefitting from a multi-game table to enjoy and make memories. On this floor you can also find a toilet and a utility room with a washing machine and fridge/freezer.
Wander upstairs to find an open living room with a gas fire, a small step to a dining area. The lounge benefits from sumptuous sofas and two chairs. Enjoy the warmth of the fire as your favourite show or movie plays out on the TV after a long day exploring the area. Your fully fitted kitchen awaits you providing everything you need to rustle up those home-cooked meals with a gas hob and electric oven, fridge and microwave. Either eat in the adjacent dining room or the conservatory is a great place to host breakfast and soak up the views of the garden and rolling countryside views. Alternatively, when the sun is shining you could have a barbeque on the sheltered patio. Don’t fancy cooking? Why not treat yourself at one of the local pubs, restaurants or cafés, all within a mile.
When sleep calls, you have four bedrooms to choose from situated on the first floor, where you can sink onto the bed and rest your head, reset ready for an action-packed day ahead. There is one double bedroom with an en-suite shower room; one twin room; a kingsize room; and a room with bunk beds, all providing plenty of storage for your belongings during your stay. The family bathroom can also be found on the first floor benefitting from a bath and a separate shower and wash hand basin.
A couple of miles away is the town of Haworth, known for its links with the Bronte sisters; here you will find the Bronte Parsonage Museum, Bronte Waterfall and the famed walking trail of Bronte Way. It has Victorian buildings, shops, pubs and restaurants, plus close by is the National Trust-owned East Riddlesden Hall and many walking routes in the area. Catch a ride on the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway and travel on steam or diesel trail through the surrounding countryside and villages, made famous as locations for the filming of ‘The Railway Children’. Venture to the idyllic market town of Skipton and uncover the gateway to the Dales, before continuing to Hebden Bridge, famously used in the filming of the popular BBC series ‘Happy Valley’. Within reach by car is the popular town of Harrogate, a historic town filled with attractions for the whole family, and the inviting spa town of Ilkley.