Title: Swallow's Folly-UK38278 Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # Swallow's Folly-UK38278 Cottage in Scarborough with an indoor pool ## Photo gallery for Swallow's Folly-UK38278 ![Private kitchen - Swallow's Folly-UK38278 (Cloughton, near Harwood Dale)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76820000/76815600/76815526/2c0ba619.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Games room - Swallow's Folly-UK38278 (Cloughton, near Harwood Dale)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76820000/76815600/76815526/8839d4d8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Swallow's Folly-UK38278 (Cloughton, near Harwood Dale)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76820000/76815600/76815526/5e5f78f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Indoor pool - Swallow's Folly-UK38278 (Cloughton, near Harwood Dale)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76820000/76815600/76815526/9f42eb15.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Swallow's Folly-UK38278 (Cloughton, near Harwood Dale)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76820000/76815600/76815526/176c6034.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in the picturesque countryside, Gowland Farm Cottages offer a serene retreat with an indoor heated swimming pool and sauna. This charming barn conversion boasts scenic rural views, a games room with pool table and table tennis, and an external utility room for convenience. ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Pool - Pet-friendly - Parking available - Washer - Outdoor space - Kitchen ## 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. ### Swallow's Folly-UK38278 The Gowland Farm Cottages are charming barn conversions only two miles from the coast, ideally placed between Whitby and Scarborough. Boasting an onsite heated, indoor swimming pool as well as a scenic rural location.. Ground Floor: Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer Games Room. Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet First Floor: Living room: Freeview TV, Electric Woodburner Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed. LPG central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Stairgate. External utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer (shared with other properties on-site). External games room with pool table, table tennis and board games (shared with other properties on-site). . Garden. Indoor heated swimming pool (6m x 4m, shared with other properties on-site), with sauna, shower and changing facilities. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. These traditional stone farm buildings have been individually and lovingly transformed into delightful holiday homes, welcoming you on a memorable stay in Yorkshire. Swallow’s Folly is a quirky cottage, so named due to the swallows who return each summer to nest by the front door. Stepping inside you have the kitchen with a dining area beneath a beamed ceiling, perfect for creating romantic meals to share. Also on the ground floor is a well-presented double bedroom as well as the shower room. Upstairs on the first floor you have the living room, with elevated views. This is the perfect choice for couples looking for a romantic rural getaway. The owners have endeavoured to ensure that every guest has a wonderful stay, with a beautiful on-site swimming pool, which is kept at a comfortable 28C. You can start each day with an invigorating swim, or wind down in an evening in the clear warm water. There is also a sauna in the pool room which can be used at an additional cost. Besides the pool room you have a BBQ area with picnic benches and elevated views over the surrounding countryside. This destination is a haven for wildlife, where you can catch glimpses of deer as they venture from the woodland. Also, on-site you have a games room, which has pool table as well as table tennis and a selection of books and board games, which are sure to keep you entertained. The cottage is a couple of miles outside of the peaceful village of Cloughton, which has two friendly local pubs, serving lovely homemade meals. The nearest coastal spot is Hayburn Wyke, where you have a woodland walk with a waterfall cascading over the cliff top onto a secluded cove. There is an 18th-century coaching inn here, serving hearty meals as well as tasty desserts in front of a roaring open fire. The Cleveland Way and the Cinder Track are scenic walking trails nearby, taking in Ravenscar and Robin Hood’s Bay on the way towards the seafaring town of Whitby. The North Yorkshire Moors National Park has some delightful little villages amongst the vast stretches of heather strewn hills and valleys. There is also the ancient Dalby Forest which has brilliant cycle and walking trails to be explored. Enjoy the great outdoors and take in your surroundings whilst having a welcoming base to return to, making your holiday one to treasure. This property can be booked together with Bartlett’s Barn (UK38276), Over Across (UK38277) and May Cottage (UK38279) to accommodate up to 12 adults and 3 children. Free WiFi Pets must be kept on a lead at all times. Suitable for up to 1 pet ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Indoor pool ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - 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 ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### 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 ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76810000/76807400/76807387/cd6361d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 1 bedroom accommodation in Cloughton, near Harwood Dale Cloughton, near Harwood Dale - 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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 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-UK38278-UK38278 ## About the area ![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%7C54.34864%2C-0.47660&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=6DS0UZEzOnvCaBdexzXOo3WjKnw=) Cloughton, near Harwood Dale #### What's nearby - North York Moors National Park \- 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - Scarborough Open Air Theatre \- 11 min drive \- 7.0 miles - North Bay Beach \- 11 min drive \- 7.0 miles - Peasholm Park \- 12 min drive \- 7.2 miles - Scarborough Spa \- 15 min drive \- 8.9 miles #### Getting around - Scarborough Station - 20 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Three Jolly Sailors - ‬6 min drive - ‪The Watermark Cafe - ‬11 min drive - ‪The Albert - ‬11 min drive - ‪North Bay Fisheries - ‬11 min drive - ‪Taylor’s North Bay - ‬11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Swallow's Folly-UK38278 have a pool? ### Is Swallow's Folly-UK38278 pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Swallow's Folly-UK38278? ### What time is check-in at Swallow's Folly-UK38278? ### What time is check-out at Swallow's Folly-UK38278? ### Where is Swallow's Folly-UK38278 located? ## Have a question? 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