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The Reading Rooms

The Reading Rooms

5.0
out of 5
Ratings from 4 reviews
100% of guests
recommend
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0

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A genuine slice of Dales history is what's on offer here. As its name suggests, this sweet stone cottage was an important part of Oughtershaw's cultural life, and now makes a tranquil riverside retreat from which to explore the wider national park.

Idyllic Luxury in the heart of the Dales

Review submitted on Wed, 20 Aug 2025
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We had the most wonderful stay, a beautiful home which was hard to leave, but when we did the property is perfectly located to get to experience the beauty that is The Dales.
the fact we could walk outside and be on the Dales Way was beautiful.
We took our Labrador and the property as well as the surroundings were just perfect for a week away with the dog.
Ben was brilliant and checked in to make sure we had what we need.
The welcome hamper for us and the dog were such lovely touches.
The most comfortable bed!
Did not want to leave, we will be finding more of the properties to stay in across the UK.
Can not recommend enough!!

Fern from Shifnal stayed at The Reading Rooms for 10 nights in August 2025


A Truly Wonderful Stay at The Reading Rooms - We'll be back!

Review submitted on Tue, 05 Aug 2025
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We had the most fantastic stay at The Reading Rooms in this peaceful and picturesque spot in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales. We enjoyed walks right from our doorstep and ventured out to The Wensleydale Creamery and Hardraw Force enjoying a superb pub lunch at The Green Dragon Inn.
The cottage itself felt like a real home from home - such a perfect place to unwind and relax! It is beautifully equipped with everything you could possibly need - we even managed to do some baking during our stay! We loved the TV/snug room which gave the children their own space to hang out.
The bedrooms were incredibly comfortable, with fresh high-quality linens. We all slept so well here! Outside the garden is simply lovely - it borders a charming beck and is a glorious peaceful space to sit. We were lucky with the weather so managed to enjoy some outdoor dining and we loved sitting outside with our morning coffee. It is clear that a lot of care has gone into making this a truly special place to stay and can't wait to come back!

Rodney from Rhyl stayed at The Reading Rooms for 7 nights in July 2025


A beautiful autumn break

Review submitted on Mon, 25 Sep 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We have loved our time at the the reading rooms, a beautiful and cosy cottage, all on one level. Kitchen was very well equipped. Wood supplied for the wood burner. Situated in a small quiet hamlet The garden sits right next to the beck, & Sheep grazing on the hill sides. There was a well thought out welcome pack for us and one for the dogs. Although they did fight over the ball!
We ventured out every day. There is so much to see and do. We visited Malham tarn. Hawes is close by for any supplies and we loved just having wonder past the shops. There are walks from here also. Hardraw is close by and definitely worth a visit.
You could come here and not go anywhere as it’s so peaceful, private & tranquil.



Julie from Lincoln stayed at The Reading Rooms for 5 nights in September 2023


Relaxing week away from it all

Review submitted on Fri, 25 Aug 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Oughtershaw and Langstrothdale are such peaceful and beautiful places. The Reading Rooms is an idyllic spot right by Oughtershaw Beck and we spent our time just taking it all in. The beds in the house were a big hit with the whole party and, along with the weather, contributed to the desire for long lie ins. One of us managed a few trips out on his bike - up and over Fleet Moss, down Langstrothdale to Cray and Buckden, round Beckermonds to Ling Gill and back to the house via the Pennine Bridleway. Otherwise it was shorts walks to 'Helen's House' at Yockenthwaite, picnics, the Tuesday market at Hawes (with the amazing Hawes yarnbombers take on Wallace and Grommit) , and the stunning waterfalls at West Burton.

John from Wallingford stayed at The Reading Rooms for 7 nights in August 2023