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Snave Barn

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4.9
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Yorkshire » Grimwith Near Appletreewick
Sleeps up to 6
Pets 1
Hot Tub

Embark on a serene escape to Snave Barn, a beautifully renovated barn conversion nestled on the shores of Grimwith Reservoir in the Yorkshire Dales National Park.This luxurious retreat offers an idyllic setting for six guests to unwind amidst panoramic views of the tranquil waters and rolling hills.

The interior boasts a stylish fusion of modern amenities and rustic charm, with exposed timber frames and a cosy woodburning stove.Relax in the plush sitting room, complete with a Smart TV, or indulge in a sumptuous meal in the spacious kitchen/diner.

Upstairs, three elegant bedrooms await, each with a Smart TV and sumptuous bedding; the master features a super-king-size bed and an en-suite wet room.

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About Snave Barn

Embark on a serene escape to Snave Barn, a beautifully renovated barn conversion nestled on the shores of Grimwith Reservoir in the Yorkshire Dales National Park. This luxurious retreat offers an idyllic setting for six guests to unwind amidst panoramic views of the tranquil waters and rolling hills.

The interior boasts a stylish fusion of modern amenities and rustic charm, with exposed timber frames and a cosy woodburning stove.

Relax in the plush sitting room, complete with a Smart TV, or indulge in a sumptuous meal in the spacious kitchen/diner.

Upstairs, three elegant bedrooms await, each with a Smart TV and sumptuous bedding; the master features a super-king-size bed and an en-suite wet room. A wood-fired hot tub in the enclosed patio garden provides the perfect spot to soak up the scenery and relax under the stars.

Snave Barn is an exceptional choice for those seeking a peaceful countryside retreat with a touch of luxury, including the indulgence of a hot tub experience.

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Helpful Info To Get More From Your Stay

What do guests love about this accommodation?

Guests adore Snave Barn for its stunning location with glorious views across the reservoir, the property's cleanliness and comfort, and the well-equipped kitchen. The hot tub is a highlight, providing a relaxing experience amidst beautiful surroundings. Jerry's hospitality and the thoughtful welcome pack are also highly appreciated.

Getting there

To get to Snave Barn, take the A59 and turn onto B6265 towards Grassington. Continue to follow signs for Appletreewick, then take the local roads towards Grimwith Reservoir. The nearest train station is Skipton, with good road links to the property.

Nearby Essentials

During your stay, you'll have convenient access to a selection of nearby amenities, including some of the area's tastiest takeout options. Click any of the postcodes for a map along with handy driving instructions and the fastest route from your accommodation.
Service Distance (miles) Postcode
Pharmacy 4.5 milesBD23 5JE
Train station 9 milesBD23 1RT
Pub 4.7 milesBD23 5JE
Dog walk on-sitereservoir walk
Supermarket 4.5 milesBD23 5JE
Indian takeaway - Spice Fusion 4.5 milesBD23 5JE
Chinese takeaway - China Dragon 4.5 milesBD23 5JE
Italian takeaway - La Pizzeria 4.5 milesBD23 5JE

For families with Kids

This destination is ideal for families with children, offering ample space for play and exploration. The surrounding area is perfect for nature walks and spotting local wildlife. On-site, children can enjoy the freedom of the countryside and the excitement of being near the reservoir.

Is Snave Barn A good location for couples?

For couples seeking a romantic getaway, this destination offers a tranquil and intimate setting. Enjoy leisurely walks around the reservoir, relax in the hot tub under the stars, and explore the charming nearby villages. It's a perfect retreat for creating cherished memories together.

Dining and Cafes

The closest eateries include The Old Hall Inn (4.7 miles, 01756 720252), offering traditional British fare, and The Craven Arms (4.9 miles, 01756 720270), known for its hearty meals. For a delightful café experience, visit The Hedgerow (4.5 miles, 01756 752210).

Within walking distance of your cottage

A short walk away you'll find scenic walking trails around Grimwith Reservoir, local wildlife, and the serene beauty of the Yorkshire Dales countryside.

Quickfire FAQs

Does this accommodation have a hot tub?

Yes, the accommodation features a luxurious wood-fired hot tub, perfect for unwinding and enjoying the picturesque views of the surrounding countryside.

Is this accommodation pet-friendly?

Yes, the property welcomes one well-behaved dog, allowing you to enjoy a memorable stay with your furry friend amidst the beauty of the Yorkshire Dales.

What type of heating is available at the accommodation?

The accommodation is equipped with gas central heating complemented by a cosy woodburning stove, ensuring a warm and comfortable environment throughout your stay.

Are there any walking trails near the accommodation?

Yes, the accommodation is situated on the shores of Grimwith Reservoir, offering direct access to scenic walking trails and the opportunity to explore the stunning Yorkshire Dales National Park.

Does the accommodation offer off-road parking?

Yes, there is ample off-road parking available, providing convenient and secure parking for your vehicles during your stay.

Is there a welcome pack provided at the accommodation?

Yes, guests are greeted with a delightful welcome pack upon arrival, which includes a selection of treats and essentials to enhance the comfort of your stay.

Snave Barn Reviews

Another great week at the Barn. It was our third visit, still as amazing as ever and we can't wait to go back. Many thanks to Jerry for all his knowledge & hospitality. See you in 2024!
Rachel
Such a wonderful place, this was our second visit and won't be our last. The cottage itself is a beautiful and comfortable space to relax , with glorious views across the reservoir. We were lucky enough to get snowed in for a couple of days whilst there, helping us to switch off completely and just enjoy the walks around the reservoir and the peace and quiet whilst watching the barn owls hunt.
Hilary
Wow what an amazing place! Very comfortable and everything you would need. Lovely welcome pack for us and our dog. Lovely view over the reservoir. Would definitely love to go back.
Within 2 hours of walking in the property we booked for Christmas 2024. Absolutely loved every second of our trip, the kitchen was very well equipped and the bedrooms were perfect. Can't wait to return I should imagine we will be back way before our 2024 booking. The host was very helpful and the remoteness of the place was magic. Thanks very much, would recommend a thousand times over
Antony
Truly, great place to say, very clean & tidy and excellent location, everything about the stay was impressive will definitely be going back soon ! Thankyou !
Had the best week here. Friends, fun walks and a beautiful setting. Hot tubs brilliant!
Vanessa
Really lovely property. Extremely spacious, clean and every you need in the kitchen. Main essentials were available for us such as bread porridge milk bacon butter etc even sweet treats for us and dog treats if we had one, a bottle of fizz was waiting for us too! Highly recommend this place if you want a recharge from daily life. Hot tub ready heated for us by the great maintenance man. Walk around the reservoir took about 1 hr 45 mins but well worth it. Definitely will return
Richard
We loved our week at Snave Barn. Amazing location, and wonderful property. Really appreciated all the little luxuries. We'll definitely be back!
Robert
Snave barn was absolutely perfect . Stayed with our son daughter in law our little grandson and dog everything we needed was provided high chair cot washer drier lots of space for our energetic toddler to run around so comfortable clean relaxing beautiful walks around the reservoir and a relaxing dip in the hot tub in the evenings was the icing on the cake what more can we say other than we will be back
One small neg point 1st impressions on entering the property Cleanliness The floor of the downstairs looshower room looks as though it it dirty i. E., what looks like drip marks on the floor, along the wall, to the left as you walk in, and at other places. BUT these marks do not rub off easily. Can these dirty marks be scrubbedpolished off? Also, it would be helpful if there was a mirror in this downstairs bathroom. No other feedback really everything was just wonderful..
The barn is beautifully furnished and was very comfortable for our family of four and dog. The welcome pack contained not only practical items but lovely treats too! The barn is set in a wonderfully remote location yet still within easy reach of places we wanted to visit, such as Malham Cove, Aysgarth Falls and Harrogate. We loved the walk around the reservoir, watching the barn owls and relaxing in the hot tub after a day of exploring. Many thanks Jerry.
Graham
Stunning location and first class accommodation. Would highly recommend.
Kathyrn
We loved our time at Snave Barn. I can't speak highly enough. For somewhere so remove, we weren't short of wifi. The kitchen is stocked full and the extras given as a welcome were wonderful. Lastly Jerry the caretaker was wonderful, so helpful and he is a credit to the cottage owners. We really didn't want to leave. It truely felt like a home from home. We will be back. Thankyou for recharging us Grimwith cottages.
The property was even better than we expected. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The group of three properties was truly remote and enjoyed a fabulous location. It was comfortable and well kitted out and it was large. Much larger than we expected. Of particular interest were the number and variety of birds we were able to see through the windows and watching the young fledglings was a joy.
Hannah
Amazing location. Clean spacious property.
Andrew
The barn is in a gorgeous location, really remote and an ideal place to go switch off. We had the master bedroom with the on suite and the bed was SO comfy! Hot tub was fabulous and we met some on site staff who were all really friendly. The welcome basket was a nice touch. Thank you. A couple of things we found not so great General cleanliness wasnt of a high standard, felt like the property would really benefit from a regular deep clean. We found the fridge quite small, the space in the kitchen could be better utilised providing a larger fridge and perhaps an additional wine fridge too. No many pots and pans available for cooking, perhaps a list could be provided so guests knew to bring extra if needed. The living room is a great size but there isnt really enough seating for 6 people to sit and lounge comfortably, would be better to have more sofaschairs. The hanging chairs felt decorative rather than useful. Providing a light and easy to use stick for opening the Velux windows would be handy.
All great, no negatives ! The lovely introduction to the accommodation by the owner, the little touches like the hamper and everything throughout the duration of our stay was fantastic ! Thank you
Absolutely idyllic location and the property is top notch. Very clean and comfortable nice welcoming pack and Jerry very helpful and approachable. We will certainly be back.
Had an extremely enjoyable stay. The Barn was everything I hoped for and more. I would recommend it to anyone who enjoys amazing scenery. I would happily go back again.
Anthony
IT WAS EXACTLY AS YOU STATED AND DIDNT DISAPOINT THE LOCATION ON THE BANK OF THE RESAVOIR WAS GREAT WE ALL HAD AN AMAZING TIME THANKYOU.
Location is great for a relaxing time. With great reservoir walk on the doorstep. Barn has everything you need. Beds super comfy with great Bed linen. Barn is really warm With radiators but wood burner makes it even more cosy on a cold winter night with plenty of wood for your stay. Hot tub is a bonus we enjoyed sitting it with snow all around. View of reservoir great for watching wild life even saw barn owls outside of window. Good location for visiting some of yorkshires sites. Owner Hayley was superb staying in contact with us regularly when heavy snow caused us to delay our stay buy a couple of days. Jerry the maintenance guy is so helpful and on hand when needed. Welcome pack is great and much appreciated. Will definitely be going back to see another season of the reservoir.
I cant express how beautiful this property is the location is spot on the decor is amazingly done and it all has the wow factor. It was very clean, warm and inviting. Jerry was very friendly and helpfull such a lovely bloke I have alrealy recommended all 3 cottages barns to friends and family we can't wait to come back and visit. Thank you for sharing this beautiful property Mr and Mrs Smith.
We absolutely loved our stay! Everything was spotless on arrival, and the property is furnished to the highest standard. Thank you for our welcome basket too which had bread, milk, bacon, butter and treats even a bottle of Prosecco and Beers. We couldnt have asked for a better place to stay. Right on the edge of Grimwith reservoir, theres no noise or light pollution and is the perfect setting to unwind. Jerry is very welcoming and nothing is too much of an ask, he really is a credit to the three cottages here. Highly recommend walking around the reservoir 4.5miles. Lots of wildlife too in the area, its gorgeous. We loved our stay so much we have already booked Skyfell the cottage next door same owners so we can bring family along next time. See you again in December cant wait!! Andrew, Emma & Riley the border collie.
Rachel
What a fabulous property in an incredible location! There really is a wow factor as you approach down the track and when you enter the building all of the little touches make it so homely and comfortable. The welcome pack was brilliant and very much appreciated. And having Jerry available for advice and help was brilliant, he is so friendly and welcoming. I will recommend this place to everyone... but will book my next week up first to make sure I get to come back again!!!
This is the 2nd time we have been and the property is lovely and will book again ... This is the 2nd time we have been and the property is lovely and will book again for next year But the water wasn't very hot OK in the showers but not if you wanted to have a bath
An absolutely beautiful property, we had a lovely stay. There was everything in the property we needed. The views are spectacular and that was when the reservoir was at its lowest, so would love to see when filled.
Jerry the caretaker cannot help you enough. He is a great asset to the owners. We have rebooked for 2023 third visit Great place to chill out.
We really enjoyed staying at Snave Barn. The accommodation is of a very high standard with everything you need & has stunning views of the reservoir & surrounding woodland. As we arrived quite late it was lovely to find our log burning hot tub all heated & ready to use plus a fridge & picnic basket full of all the essentials including prosecco & beers! As mentioned by so many, Jerry was friendly & helpful with nothing being too much trouble...I think he needs to start his own fanclub!! Thanks Yorkshire, we'll be back to see you soon.
Harriet
We have just returned from a week at Snave Barn. The location is stunning, it is beautiful, quiet and very private. Lots of nice walks and pretty villages in the area. The standard of decor is very high and it was very clean with everything you would need. Gerry was on hand to answer any questions, he was really informative and friendly. Nothing was too much trouble for him. Thank you for a fabulous stay. Would thoroughly recommend.
Catherine
Fantastic property in a beautiful spot. We appreciated the welcome goodies & Jerry's friendly and always helpful assistance. The track to access Snave Barn was fine for us, but it probably won't suit everyone, and it might be worth mentioning this in the property details. We'd also join with others who have commented suggesting the addition of a teapot! All in all, everything was excellent.
Lesley
We had a lovely stay at Snave Barn. It is a very unique property, and we enjoyed our stay there very much.
Beautiful property in the most beautiful of settings. Sykes were terrrific and the grounds man handyman Gerry was so helpful and pleasant to chat to and even kept us fuelled with Prosecco all week
Absolutely outstanding property and location. If you want a true break away from the hustle and bustle this place delivers 100 We will be back.
Denise
Beautiful setting and much needed peace and quite. Big thank you to Jerry for his advice on arrival with the hot tub we all enjoyed the cloudless skies and chilled drinks in the tub.
This is a beautiful retreat . The barn is so comfortable and the view is amazing . Such a peaceful place to escape the world . Gerry made sure the hot tub was nice and warm for our arrival. Lots goodies in the kitchen. Felt really spoilt. We will be back .
If you enjoy isolation in a glorious location then this is for you. We had beautiful weather which did add to the experience but the view looking to the Dales over the Grimwith reservoir with the birdlife was exceptional. The cottage was very well appointed with good heating and hot water etc. Well decorated and furnished throughout with the only negative comment that the decorative Flies on the dining room wall will not be to many peoples taste. We were warmly welcomed and dispatched by Jerry who was great.
Daniel
This was our familys second time at these fantastic cottages. We stayed at skyfell back 2021 and now at Snave Barn in April 2022. This place is really at place to stay. The hole place is lovely. Down to the first time you drive down the lane and spot the houses, truly a wonderful scene.!! The houses are done out to the highest spec, the hole place is just wonderful. This will not be the first last time we go..!
Felicity
Booked Snave Barn for my husbands 60th with the grown up children and their partners as the remote, quiet location appealed. Had a fabulous long weekend, the weather was perfect which did help. Walked around the reservoir every day, stunning scenery and wildlife. The barn is remote, and down a rough track, but worth the drive. The property was superb, couldnt fault anything. The property is a great size and has been sympathetically modernised. The welcome hamper and food in the fridge were greatly appreciated. Jerry was at hand to support whenever needed. A lovely peaceful weekend was had by all apart from when the local geese decided to squabble!
Michael
Everything was just perfect thank you. The Barn is in a unique location and we thoroughly enjoyed the surrounding areas with lovely picturesque walks and proper pubs! The barn was spotless and the welcome goodies were very much appreciated. The gentleman from your team who was in attendance most days was extremely helpful, friendly and could not have done more for us and helped make our week stay so memorable
Excellent accommodation, amazing position and views, excellent friendly service from Jerry the caretaker who couldnt have been more helpful, planning to return later in the year.
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Attractions Near Snave Barn

While there'll be plenty to keep you entertained an Snave Barn itself, if you plan to get out and about and see some of what Yorkshire has to offer, here are some of the nearby attractions you can enjoy during your stay. Please note that some of these activities and days out are paid and it's always a good idea to book in advance to secure your place where applicable.

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Fountains Abbey - HG4 3DY
about 13 Miles
This is an outstanding world heritage site located close to Ripon in the North Yorkshire area. Nature lovers will be in their element with an abundance of wide open spaces to explore and there are special guided tours for families.  Some of the highlights may include seeing wild deer and bats during your visit.  The grounds are fantastic to wander round but there is also an Elizabethan Mansion, Victorian Church, Georgian Water Garden and the finest example of Cistercian Abbey ruins in the country - Well worth a visit!
Lightwater Valley - HG4 3HT
about 15 Miles
Situated in the Ripon area of North Yorkshire this popular theme park makes a fantastic day out for the whole family.  The more daring will love the big and thrilling rides such as Raptor Attack, The Ultimate and Trauma Tower.  For the little ones there are some excellent attractions such as Flying Camels, Dodgems and a Magic Wheel.  Toddlers will like the Dragon Boats and the Lightwater Express amongst other things. There are over 40 rides and attractions in total and we think this is excellent value for money too.  If you book your tickets in advance online you can save even more money and beat the queues.
Big Sheep - EX39 5AP
about 19 Miles
This is a recommended day out for families with young children visiting the Bedale area of Yorkshire.  Visit the farm and receive a warm welcome as well as a guided tour.  You will have the chance to bottle feed the lambs, bath a pig and handle some of the smaller animals.  Kids will love the big sandpit and the outdoor play area. There is also a cafe and indoor play area for when the weather is not on your side.
Bowland Wild Boar Park - PR3 2QT
about 28 Miles
Head for the Bowland Wild Boar park and we don't think you will be disappointed.  A popular attraction in Preston there is so much to do for the whole family.  From picnics, walks and wildlife to experiencing feeding the animals you are sure to have a memorable day out.  Also popular is the kids tractor play area.  For rest and relaxation the cafe is ideal serving hot drinks and snacks with a lovely view over the pond and wildlife feeding station.  The Forest of Bowland has been declared an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.