Title: An impressive cottage with beams and views of the Middleham Castle. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # An impressive cottage with beams and views of the Middleham Castle. Cottage in Leyburn with kitchen ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32940000/32930700/32930684/248d4330.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32940000/32930700/32930684/d3ef2d68.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dishwasher, high chair](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32940000/32930700/32930684/36bed548.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32940000/32930700/32930684/70488c22.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32940000/32930700/32930684/ebcb30ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of Middleham village, Barbican Cottage offers a charming blend of character and modern comforts. Enjoy beautiful views of Middleham Castle from the master bedroom or explore the historic village square just a short walk away. 8.8 Excellent ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### An impressive cottage with beams and views of the Middleham Castle. An impressive cottage with beams and views of the Middleham Castle. Beautiful south facing garden and just a short walk from the village square.. Ground Floor: Open plan living space. Living area: 30" Freeview TV, DVD Player, Electric Fire Dining area. Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine First Floor: Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Freeview TV, Electric Woodburner Bedroom 2: Single (3ft) Bed, Pull Out Single (3ft) Bed Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair available. . Garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. On-road parking. No smoking.. Perfectly located right in the heart of the popular village of Middleham in beautiful Wensleydale, Barbican Cottage is the perfect location for guests wanting to really explore the local area and be a part of this historic racehorse training village. Lovingly renovated, Barbican Cottage offers guests beautiful accommodation, contemporary fixtures and fittings, quality facilities and still maintains the charm and character of the building. On the ground floor guests will find an open plan living, dining and kitchen area. The area is spacious and light yet still remains comfortable and cosy with a beautiful tiled floor and exposed original beams. The kitchen is very practical, well-equipped with all the appliances a budding chef needs to whip up a holiday feast. On the first floor there are two good sized bedrooms with the master bedroom offering a king size bed, electric wood burner and views across to Middleham Castle which is just behind the cottage. The second bedroom has a single bed and pull out bed giving plenty of choice for guests wanting to travel as a family, couple or small group of friends. The family bathroom is very well presented with a large walk-in shower cubicle and heated towel rail. The garden to the rear is just delightful and is south facing so guests will really be able to make the most of the outdoor seating area and patio. Beautifully maintained and extremely well kept, the secluded, walled garden at Barbican Cottage is a rare find in such a small village, and is a real asset to the cottage. There is ample parking on the cobbles to the front of the cottage. Perfect for horse lovers, Middleham is renowned for its long history and also serves as a thriving racehorse community. Guests will be able to watch as top class racehorses are ridden daily through the village and up to the gallops in the fields at the edge of the village. Ideal for a luxurious romantic break, there are many pubs, restaurants and cafes within easy walking distance and all are well known for serving good quality, local food and produce. Middleham Castle lies just behind Barbican Cottage and was once the home of Richard III and was referred to in former times as the “Windsor of the North”. Middleham is a great place for families too with plenty of attractions to visit and explore within a short driving distance. Local attractions include the popular Chocolate Factory, Tennants Auction House and tea pottery which are all located in Leyburn just two and a half miles away as well as The Forbidden Corner which is a hidden folly offering twists, turns and excitement around every corner, and is situated just four miles away from Barbican Cottage. Another popular attraction is the Wensleydale Railway which stops in Leyburn and travels through some of the most spectacular scenery in the Yorkshire Dales. Guests who enjoy walking, cycling or even just exploring will find an abundance of established public footpaths, cycle paths and bridleways that lead right from the village itself onwards towards and through the Dales and beyond. A visit to the Dales Countryside Museum is also a must. The scenery here is magnificent at any time of year and guests will find themselves on a journey through heather covered grouse moorland, open countryside, natural woodland and pretty, little Yorkshire villages. A little further afield, but still within easy driving distance, guests will be able to visit Castle Bolton, Jervaulx Abbey and Wensleydale Creamery as well as Aysgarth Falls, Hawes, Gayle Mill, York, Harrogate and Ripon. Free WiFi ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32930000/32922200/32922137/f4607a27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 bedroom accommodation in West Burton, near Leyburn West Burton, near Leyburn - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 9.0 Wonderful 14 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=32922137&PinnedHotelID=32922137&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19520000/19512200/19512184/317425dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy 2 bedroom cottage with wonderful views across Wensleydale. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as su-CC211238-CC211238 2 Bedroom Accommodation in Middleham Near Leyburn Leyburn ## About the area Leyburn is home to this cottage. Middleham Castle and Jervaulx Abbey are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Leyburn Station and The Forbidden Corner. Finghall Lane Station and Bedale Station are also worth visiting. [Visit our Middleham travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Middleham.dx182584) [View more Cottages in Middleham](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Middleham-Cottages.d182584-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C54.28484%2C-1.80610&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=KhtmoSO-Jc7r-lHI3EIf4I2gPMc=) Middleham near Leyburn ### What's nearby - Middleham Castle - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - The Forbidden Corner - 4 min drive - 2.9 miles - Harmby Waterfall - 4 min drive - 2.9 miles - Bolton Castle - 11 min drive - 9.1 miles - Aysgarth Falls - 13 min drive - 10.2 miles ### Getting around - Northallerton Station - 22 min drive - Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 57 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Golden Lion, Leyburn - ‬4 min drive - ‪Kings Head, Leyburn - ‬4 min drive - ‪Richard The III - ‬1 min walk - ‪The Three Horseshoes - ‬4 min drive - ‪Black Swan - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is An impressive cottage with beams and views of the Middleham Castle. pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at An impressive cottage with beams and views of the Middleham Castle.? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at An impressive cottage with beams and views of the Middleham Castle.? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is An impressive cottage with beams and views of the Middleham Castle. located? > Situated in Leyburn, this cottage is steps from Middleham Castle and within 3 mi (5 km) of Harmby Waterfall and Leyburn Station. The Forbidden Corner is 2.5 mi (4 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## An impressive cottage with beams and views of the Middleham Castle. Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Sharon Taylor 2 Apr 2025 #### Lovely cosy cottage in the centre of Middleham. Lovely cosy cottage in the centre of Middleham. A Smart tv is a must & a larger tv especially for cold wet afternoons. The radiator in the lounge was no working properly warm at the top cold @ the bottom. The electric log burner was not working at all so it did feel cold in the lounge. ##### Sharon Taylor This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephen Rose 6 Jun 2025 #### This is a lovely cottage in a good location. This is a lovely cottage in a good location. It was lovely and clean, with excellent facilities. Although it was mid February and very cold and grey, (no surprise there) the cottage was always nice and warm when we came back after exploring the area. Another bonus is the enclosed garden, which was ideal for letting the dog have a mooch around without having to worry that she would wander off.There is a bus service from Middleham to Ripon, or Middleham to Richmond, which runs a couple of times a day, if you don't feel like driving, but fancy exploring by bus. We would definitely stay there again, the next time we fancy a break in the lovely Yorkshire Dales. ##### Stephen Rose This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Richard 26 Sept 2019 #### Well equipped cottage, comfortable but can be a little dark on the inside and would benefit from bet Well equipped cottage, comfortable but can be a little dark on the inside and would benefit from better lighting in the lounge in particular. TV and Wifi were good. Cleaning could benefit from being a bit more thorough (lounge side table and loo pedestal weren't clean). A high level dust is also needed to remove the cobwebs. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo ##### Richard This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Richard 26 Sept 2019 #### Well equipped cottage, comfortable but can be a little dark on the inside and would benefit from bet Well equipped cottage, comfortable but can be a little dark on the inside and would benefit from better lighting in the lounge in particular. TV and Wifi were good. Cleaning could benefit from being a bit more thorough (lounge side table and loo pedestal weren't clean). A high level dust is also needed to remove the cobwebs. ##### Richard ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel and Spa Chester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Hotel-And-Spa-Chester.h527788.Hotel-Information) > > [The Park Royal Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Warrington-Hotels-The-Park-Royal.h24462.Hotel-Information) > > [Pine Lake Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carnforth-Hotels-Pine-Lake-Resort.h1928661.Hotel-Information) > > [Aysgarth Falls Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leyburn-Hotels-Aysgarth-Falls-Hotel.h18470196.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton Cheltenham-Cotswolds](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cheltenham-Hotels-Doubletree-By-Hilton-Cheltenham.h65899.Hotel-Information) > > [ibis budget Manchester Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Ibis-Budget-Manchester-Airport.h75715089.Hotel-Information) > > [De Vere Cotswold Water Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cirencester-Hotels-De-Vere-Cotswold-Water-Park.h1770053.Hotel-Information) > > [Cambridge Belfry Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cambridge-Hotels-Cambridge-Belfry.h1103020.Hotel-Information) > > [Oulton Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leeds-Hotels-Oulton-Hall-Hotel.h15948.Hotel-Information) > > [Royal Whitby](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitby-Hotels-The-Royal-Hotel.h57917040.Hotel-Information) > > [Yorkshire Dales - LUXURY 5 STAR GOLD Pet friendly Cottage, sleeps 4 with Hot Tub](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leyburn-Hotels-Yorkshire-Dales-LUXURY-5-STAR-GOLD-Pet-Friendly-Cottage.h46066013.Hotel-Information) > > [The Wheatsheaf Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leyburn-Hotels-The-Wheatsheaf-Inn.h18370667.Hotel-Information) > > [Cave Hotel & Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Faversham-Hotels-Cave-Hotel-Golf-Resort.h33410673.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Hotel Manchester City Centre, A Verified Net Zero Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Manchester-City-Centre.h2601411.Hotel-Information) > > [Ufford Park Woodbridge Hotel, Golf & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Woodbridge-Hotels-Ufford-Park-Woodbridge-Hotel.h12685.Hotel-Information) > > [Dunston Hall Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Norwich-Hotels-Dunston-Hall.h519081.Hotel-Information) > > [Redworth Hall Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newton-Aycliffe-Hotels-Redworth-Hall-Hotel.h517266.Hotel-Information) > > [Lakes Hotel and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windermere-Hotels-Lakes-Hotel-And-Spa.h901040.Hotel-Information) > > [The Foresters Arms](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leyburn-Hotels-The-Foresters-Arms.h16522457.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hook-Hotels-Four-Seasons-Hotel-Hampshire.h986107.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Garden Inn Silverstone](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Towcester-Hotels-Hilton-Garden-Inn-Silverstone.h48251404.Hotel-Information) > > [Middle House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leyburn-Hotels-The-White-Rose-Hotel.h26449497.Hotel-Information) > > [De Vere Tortworth Court](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bristol-Hotels-De-Vere-Tortworth-Court.h570412.Hotel-Information) > > [Grosvenor Pulford Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-Grosvenor-Pulford-Hotel-Spa.h790572.Hotel-Information) > > [The Wensleydale Heifer](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leyburn-Hotels-The-Wensleydale-Heifer.h10862.Hotel-Information) > > [Last Drop Village Hotel and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bolton-Hotels-Last-Drop-Village-Hotel-And-Spa.h9341.Hotel-Information) > > [The Windermere Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windermere-Hotels-The-Windermere-Hotel.h13431161.Hotel-Information) > > [Harbour Hotel Christchurch](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-The-Christchurch-Harbour-Hotel-And-Spa.h18097.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bristol-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-Bristol-Airport.h16543862.Hotel-Information) > > [De Vere Wokefield Estate](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Reading-Hotels-De-Vere-Wokefield-Estate.h1044123.Hotel-Information)