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# Host & Stay | The Old Dairy

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- Overview
- Location
- Amenities
- Policies

Located in the heart of Masham, The Old Dairy Flat offers a comfortable and stylish base for your Yorkshire getaway. This dog-friendly apartment features an open-plan living area with a fully equipped kitchen, perfect for socialising while you cook. With two bedrooms, including a double room and twin beds, there's plenty of space to relax after exploring the local market town or enjoying miles of walks from your doorstep.

## Reviews

10

Exceptional

### Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

## Popular amenities

- Kitchen
- Pet-friendly
- Outdoor space
- Parking available

## Add dates for prices

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## About this property

### Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

### Host & Stay | The Old Dairy

Summary:  
  
With beautiful interiors and a perfect location in the market town of Masham, The Old Dairy Flat is a truly special holiday apartment. Boasting two bedrooms, the apartment provides a comfortable and stylish base when holidaying in Yorkshire. Whether you’re planning a family staycation or a getaway with friends, The Old Dairy Flat will certainly provide memories to treasure. It is also dog friendly, so your pups can enjoy a relaxing retreat too!  
  
The Space:  
  
Light and spacious, The Old Dairy Flat has an open plan living, kitchen, and dining area with plenty of room to relax. Fully equipped, the kitchen has modern appliances and cookware, yet it keeps a traditional homely feel with the oven’s stone framed workplace. It is the perfect place to socialise with your loved ones while you prepare and enjoy meals.   
  
The living section of the room includes a comfy sofa, two armchairs and a flat screen TV with Netflix and available so you can retreat here to enjoy a cosy night in, amidst the lavishly coloured cushions.  
  
Head to either of the two bedrooms and you’ll find a double room and a twin bed as well as a WC. You’ll find light colour schemes and crisp white bedding in both rooms to create tranquil spaces.  
  
The family bathroom includes a bathtub with an overhead shower, as well as a WC and basin.   
  
Step outside and you’ll find a communal yard. This includes outdoor seating and a table so you can eat al fresco style during your stay. You will also have your own private seating area which can be accessed via the master bedroom.  
  
Guest Access:  
  
Guests have access to the full apartment The keys to the property are accessed via a secure key safe and full details will be provided shortly before your arrival date.  
  
Free on-site parking is available for one vehicle outside the property.  
  
The Old Dairy Flat is a ground floor apartment, however a small number of steps are required up to the entrance door.  
  
The Neighborhood:  
  
The delightful market town of Masham is situated in the breathtakingly beautiful region of Lower Wensleydale. The town itself boasts a large Georgian market square, said to be one of the largest in England. With a range of local shops, tearooms and great places to eat, Masham is a popular destination all year round. Masham is also famous for its family-run breweries, steam engines and annual sheep fair. Both the Black Sheep Brewery and Theakston Brewery offer tours from their visitor centre.  
  
With a thriving creative community, you can enjoy watercolour paintings, screen prints, poetry and much more from local artists. Miles of stunning walks and bike trails can be enjoyed from the doorstep which allow you to explore the surroundings of the Yorkshire Dales from morning until night. Masham is often part of the Tour De Yorkshire route so if you’re interested in road cycling, you’ll find plenty of great routes around the area.   
  
There are plenty of places to explore during your stay including Swinton Park, Hackfall Woods, Thorpe Perrow Arboretum, Forbidden Corner, Lightwater Valley and The Wensleydale Railway to name a few. The popular towns of Ripon, Thirsk, Northallerton, Richmond and Harrogate are within easy reach so you’ll have plenty of new places to discover.  
  
Getting Around:  
  
Masham is only 15 minutes from the A1 so it’s very easily accessible by car. Harrogate and Darlington are only 40 minutes drive from Masham while York, Leeds, Newcastle and Teesside are all about an hour by car.  
  
There are a large number of bus routes which run through Masham to other local towns and villages such as Ripon, Harrogate and Bedale allowing you to explore the area with ease.  
  
The nearest train stations are Northallerton and Thirsk if you prefer to travel by rail.  
  
Interaction with Guests:  
  
We’re always available for our guests so please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

## Property amenities

### Internet

- Available in the house: WiFi

### Parking and transport

- Parking on site

### Kitchen

- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Hob
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster

### Bedrooms

- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided

### Bathroom

- 1 bathroom
- Bathtub
- Hair dryer
- Shower
- Towels provided

### Entertainment

- TV

### Outdoor areas

- Balcony
- Garden

### Work spaces

- Office

### Comfort

- Heating

### Pets

- Pet friendly

### Suitability/Accessibility

- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Single level property
- Smoke-free property

### Services and conveniences

- Iron/ironing board

### Safety features

- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher

### General

- Garden

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## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM 

Minimum check-in age - 18 

### Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

### Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions 

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools 

### Rules

Host & Stay are committed to our owners that their homes are protected during bookings. For this reason, we require all of our guests to transfer a...

### Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Note from host: Free

### Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

### Events

No events allowed 

### Smoking

Smoking is not permitted 

## Important information

### You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. 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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property 

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 

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

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## About the area

Ripon is home to this holiday home. Himalayan Garden & Sculpture Park and The Bridge Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Jervaulx Abbey and Thorp Perrow Arboretum. Bedale Station and Ripley Ice Cream are also worth visiting. [Visit our Ripon travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ripon.dx5667)

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Masham, England

### What's nearby

- ![At Fountains Abbey, nr Ripley, North Yorkshire, UK (Jan 2017).](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6079227/898b333f-48f3-45cb-b601-e5b75ecd1f4f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Nidderdale  
4 min drive \- 1.9 miles
- ![0_353007](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6046377/470e79f2-8dc7-4ed1-b07e-8e4310e98748.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Yorkshire Dales National Park  
22 min drive \- 17.9 miles
- ![York Minster featuring heritage architecture, religious elements and a square or plaza](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6079281/7af1e35b-9ae1-4b3b-8e1c-2734af318b57.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
York Minster  
53 min drive \- 43.3 miles
- Black Sheep Brewery  
1 min walk \- 0.0 miles
- Theakston Brewery  
4 min walk \- 0.3 miles

### Getting around

- Thirsk Station  
26 min drive
- Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)  
50 min drive

### Restaurants

- Taste of India  
10 min drive
- White Bear Hotel  
1 min walk
- Green Dragon  
10 min drive
- Spice  
10 min drive
- The Old Black Swan  
10 min drive

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## Host & Stay | The Old Dairy Reviews

## Reviews

### Exceptional

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### 10

Cleanliness

### 10

Location

## Reviews

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Helen L.

14 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

#### Cosy place to stay

We spent a few days in this property over Christmas. It was very clean, comfortable and warm. There were even some lovely Christmas decorations which was a thoughtful touch. Would definitely return to this property . O

##### Helen L.

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

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