Usherwoods Barn, Tatham

From arrival to leaving the barn owner could not do enough for us. A lovely welcome pack was left for us. The barn was clean and just as advertised. As the weather was so warm the owner offered us extra bed sheets as quilts were too hot. Half way through the holiday an extra batch of clean towels were left for us. What a fantastic host! The views are unbelievable, sunsets beautiful from the patio. Such a relaxing atmosphere, just what we we needed. Thank you again.

We had waited a long time to get this break away, as cancelled last year due to covid. We finally arrived and we very excited! As soon as we opened the door, we realised how much we would love this barn and our week away. A large kitchen, beautiful lounge area with door that opens onto one of the best views, which seems endless, a picture postcard, with cows, sheep and chickens dotted around. Sunsets amazing! Bedrooms all lovely, with stone features and comfy bed! Very important! The bonus for us was a week of sunshine! We had breakfast outside and just found peace! We walked, talked, chilled and healed. Fiona, the owner, was lovely and calm. And we just did not want to leave! Even our little stressy terrier who barks at everything! was relaxed, and would sit for ages just looking at the sheep! And also adored going to see the wallabies! We will definately be back!

Sorry I've taken so long to put this review up from when we stayed last September (2017)! Lovely welcoming cottage, nice and warm on our arrival, lovely large, well equipped kitchen, not that we used it very much.....too many lovely eateries everywhere!! So peaceful here with fantastic views allround and loads of great walks for our little dog, Poppy who could also mooch around the secure garden! She was fascinated by the wallabies as well! This house seems to stay nice and warm which is lovely when it's a bit chilly outside to come back to warmth. The beds were very comfy and the shower was good too. The welcome pack was great to find! All in all this is a great place to stay......so good in fact we've just rebooked for October, can't wait!!

The location is superb! It sits just inside the Forest of Bowland AONB, next to the Yorkshire Dales National Park and very close to the Lake District National Park. We went on long walks over moors and past waterfalls, (and shorter ones) with them and their well-behaved Labrador, Lucy. We ate in great restaurants, visited Leighton Moss RSPB, and rode the famous Settle-Carlisle railway. It was a pleasure to return in the evenings to this perfect renovation. The rooms are large, airy and very tastefully appointed. There is a log-burner in the lounge, and a barbeque, both of which we made use of. There are stunning views from the secluded garden (beautifully enclosed with dry-stone walls) on the terrace, which falls away to the lawn, with a delightful cottage-garden border. The cow and sheep-filled fields fall away into the Wenning Valley and rise again majestically to the peaks of Gragareth, Whernside, Ingleborough, and farther east, Pen-y-Ghent. The views from the bedrooms were even better! The kitchen looks across the large, gravelled parking area to the paddock, where it is amazing to watch wallabies bounding across the grass as you prepare a meal. The water is copious, hot and the showers powerful. The massive stone flags on the floor benefit from under-floor heating, and there is a big range cooker, dishwasher, washing machine. I enjoyed taking Lucy for her morning walk every day, and if your dog doesn't behave, keep it on a lead, as the long drive is lined with sheep fields, and once over the cattle-grid onto the moor, the sheep are wandering freely. Lucy can be walked within feet of sheep without a lead, and behaves impeccably - a real lady. It really is perfect, and we had a FANTASTIC week.

Great location in the Forest of Bowland with tremendous views. Very clean and very well equipped. Also very spacious with an excellent kitchen and lounge. We only had a short break but hope to return before too long. Plenty to do in the area, and the Ingleton waterfalls walk is a must.

We stayed for our fourth time in September 2016 and back in March 2017. The location is perfect for exploring the Lakes and Yorkshire Dales, close enough to the small town of High Bentham but also remote and has excellent views. The property is great for dogs, plenty of room for dog beds in the kitchen and sitting room. There are quiet roads all around which are safe to walk your dog. The accommodation is first class, has everything you need, a kind of 'home from home'. What we love about the property is that while it sleeps 6, it comfortably seats six in the lounge and also has the benefit of separate bath/shower room facilities for each bedroom, where other rental properties we have researched fall short on living space. Having dogs, we holiday a lot more in the UK and come back to this property each time because it is perfect and a perfect position for the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales. The owners are next door although they leave you completely alone but are on had if you need anything. And of course where else in the UK could you look out of your kitchen window and see the wallaby's jumping around.

We stayed here for one week during August, it was a truly wonderful place, tranquil and beautifully appointed, my children didn't want to leave. Comfortable clean, crisp beds, everything I needed in the kitchen, open fire, comfortable settees. The garden felt very safe for my little doggie, and the views and sunsets were amazing. The resident wallabies are beautiful creatures and we could feed them banana skins as the owner suggested. The girls rode bikes and had freedom. The owners were there but were unobtrusive, and couldn't have been more helpful.

The property was beautifully maintained and in a lovely quiet location. The owners were very pleasant but not intrusive.

In a wonderful location with stunning views, thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

The property was beautifully cared for, quiet and the owners were especially kind. The location is perfect for exploring Lancashire and the North Yorkshire Dales. Hadrian's Wall and a bit of Scotland are just a little drive away. There are ample opportunities for hiking and the local village, High Bentham, has great pubs, two grocery stores, a butcher, bakery and even has an Indian takeaway. The home itself is very spacious and well appointed. There are many conveniences in the home that we greatly appreciated. Would definitely give this home a legitimate five stars! Oh, yes, - the resident wallabies were an extra bonus, so cute!

We thought the views from Usherwoods Barn were out of this world it was beautiful to wake up too them and then see them all day. The walks in the area where superb and every one was so friendly and the owner was very very nice.

Usherwoods Barn was very spacious and well equipped. It is surrounded by excellent views and plenty of walks.

A beautiful barn conversion in a wonderful setting. The underfloor heating made it lovely and cosy. The property was very well furnished and all to a high standard.

Set on the edge of the Forest of Bowland, this property offers first class accommodation with all the comforts of home. Dogs are welcome and have the advantage of a secure garden as well as easy access to open countryside. The property provides a cosy return after your day of visiting local attractions ( we stayed in November), is exceptionally spacious, and has been well maintained. The owners were most welcoming and live on site but provide with you complete privacy during your stay. We would highly recommend this property as a base for exploring Lancashire and the South Lakes.

We had a fantastic holiday. The location was great - plenty to do from the doorstep, with other interesting sites and walks only a short drive away. The Barn was exceptional: Clean, warm, a lovely range cooker and solid fuel stove.

We had a wonderful stay at Usherwoods Barn. We found the accommodation to be of a very high standard, and it was very clean and spacious. We loved the beautiful views especially from the lounge.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this welcoming, comfortable barn. The owner was extremely helpful and accommodating. We loved the location - there were lots of unspoiled walks nearby - many just walking out of the door. The views from the back garden were spectacular. A hidden gem!

The cottage was stunning so spacious and peaceful. The owners are lovely and are just next door if you need anything but let you have your privacy and not bother you. The kitchen is so massive and has everything you need. I enjoyed the deep bath tub which was so relaxing, the bathrooms are stunning. Me and my family really enjoyed relaxing here, Definitely want to come back here. We couldn't fault anything. We were all really sad to leave such a stunning property.

An excellent cottage which exceeded expectations - really handy for the Lake District and all the peaks in Yorkshire - looking to book again.

A well maintained and resourced barn in a great location.

In a lovely location. The animals would make this a great venue for children. Warm, spacious and welcoming accommodation which was very nicely refurbished. Owners very helpful. High Bentham has everything you need in terms of shops and there were lots of really interesting towns close by.

Gorgeous location, there was so much space inside and it was really lovely and warm.

A stunning, beautiful cottage in a fabulous remote location. Immaculately clean and well furnished.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Usherwoods Barn. The location is lovely and peaceful, the cottage was clean and very spacious. The walled garden was very pretty and the view was incredible. Great location for touring, we went to the Lakes one day, Malham Cove and lots of other places. All within reasonable driving distance. We were blessed with excellent weather too, always a great bonus. Don't think about booking this cottage, just book it! You will not be disappointed.

Lovely Cottage in the heart of a beautiful dale. If you warn to get away from it all and have a peaceful break then you would have a long search to find a place to even match Usherwoods.

Brilliant roomy accommodation in an excellent location.

The breathtaking view. The peacefulness and quiet. Beautiful garden. The owner was most helpful and hospitable.

Excellent surroundings, views and garden. The Barn was lovely with everything we could have needed. Very clean and good quality. Thoroughly enjoyable week. If you want to get away from it all this is the perfect place, yet shops and other facilities are only a short drive away.

This was our fourth stay. Charming owners as ever. Everything immaculate. Lovely new features too.

A fantastic property - the best we've ever stayed in. From the initial welcome to the final farewell, we couldn't have asked for a better spring break. The accommodation and location were fantastic for a relaxing holiday. We'd highly recommend this accommodation to anyone looking for real quality.

The house, the location, the owner!

This beautiful property was in a magnificent location with views to match, but within easy driving distance of the nearest town. The property was beautifully furnished and all the fittings were top notch, and the welcome was second to none. We had a wonderful stay and the wallabies kept on the farm were a delight for children to feed. The surrounding area has many places of interest to visit, and going out for walks or staying in and playing games made this property a great spot to stay for so many reasons.

We had a lovely holiday. The barn was just as we thought it would be, in the middle of nowhere with beautiful views, a pretty garden, and lovely and spacious inside too, a real treat.

Very comfortable accommodation in quiet location with good walks and lovely views.

This property was perfect, with stunning panoramic views and ideally situated for the dales and the lakes. The house itself was fantastic and of a very high standard and the owners where very nice and helpful. All in all certainly somewhere we will be visiting again

Great location and excellent property. Owners live next door and made us feel really welcome.

Spacious and clean accommodation. The owner was very friendly and helpful. Super location, we wanted accommodation in the middle of nowhere and that is what we got!

We had a wonderful week staying at Usherwoods barn. It was much larger than we had expected and had been finished and equipped to a high standard. The underfloor heating works very well and it was lovely to sit in front of the log burner in the evening. It isn't often that holiday accommodation exceeds your expectations but this certainly did. The owners were friendly and very helpful and it is in a great location. Pet friendly too. We hope to go back again.

The cottage was absolutely fabulous with the owner very pleasant and helpful. The area was nice and quiet and we love the villages and areas around this cottage.

We had a really good holiday at Usherwoods Barn it is really lovely and comfortable the owners were great the views from the garden are to die for and location is stunning. The only problem that we had is with the twin bedded room it is very comfy but no wardrobe plenty of draws, thought that perhaps a single wardrobe would fit on the landing which is very big, I would return and enjoy the wonderful cooker and large kitchen

The barn was much bigger than we expected. It had everything you could wish for and was a fantastic home from home. We loved the wood burner and the underfloor heating was great. It was very dog friendly and the owners were very helpful. The wallabies were very cute and liked banana skins! Would definitely recommend and we will be back.

Warm, spacious cottage with excellent views...a great escape.

The cottage was very well equipped and tastefully decorated. Excellent views of the countryside. More than home from home. 3 of us stayed and had a settee each to relax each evening after days spent walking and touring the local area. Really nice welcome pack of tea, coffee and milk etc.and very friendly owners. Nothing not to like.

It was very comfortable in the lounge, the big cooker was fantastic, the views to die for, the owners were very nice and helpful.

This house lies in an ideal location. The views are brilliant. The house is full with light and the atmosphere is great.

This cottage was perfect in every way and we will return next year. The setting was perfect with the views of the Yorkshire Three Peaks, and you really felt you were away from it all. The cottage itself felt so very comfortable and we did not feel like we were only guests. Every detail had been considered. Charlie our Beagle loved it too and with walks from the door it was again perfect for her. Although there was just the two of us and the dog, the cottage did not feel too big and because the cottage is very good value it felt like luxury but not with a huge price tag. Excellent - see you again soon.

Everything in the accommodation helped us to enjoy our stay. One of our party has booked again for later in the year - says it all! Owners were lovely and very helpful and friendly. Good location for visiting places and enjoying the evening sunshine and peaceful and tranquil setting.

The property was as described and the owner came to greet us on arrival, after which they were on hand but never intrusive. The cottage was perfect for us to get some much needed R & R and we will certainly be going back there without hesitation!

One of the best cottages we have ever stayed in. A true home from home! Owners were welcoming but not over-bearing.

Beautiful location and cottage. Very comfortable and the owners where very friendly and helpful. The whole family agreed this it was the best holiday accommodation we have stayed in and we are keen to book again. The children especially enjoyed feeding the wallabies. A lot of thought has gone into this property. It is an excellent conversion and holidaymakers are well catered for.

The cottage, the scenery, the wild life.

The whole package makes your holiday very relaxing, feeding the wallabies and ducks, absolutely great for the kids, good for flying kites too and very safe. Lovely views, welcoming host, second time round so we must have enjoyed it. Would not hesitate to recommend, if you just want to chill out and relax it's for you.

We found the property a lovely place to stay and we were extra fortunate to pick one of the best weeks for weather. The owners were very welcoming and helpful, without being intrusive. We can certainly recommend to other visitors.

A wonderful location and an equally great property. The owners were charming and we fell in love with the wallaby s.

We booked our holiday rental through Sykes Cottages, whom couldn't have been more helpful. Key arrangements were made directly with the owner, whom again couldn't have been more helpful. The cottage was beautiful, clean and high spec. Very spacious. Met all our needs and more, restful,comfortable, and close to lots of attractions. We will certainly be back.

The position and location of the property was brilliant with stunning views. It was so well equipped, and the owners were very helpful. We loved meeting the Wallaby's.

Tranquil, brilliant accommodation and ease of booking. All in all a fantastic holiday that I would highly recommend to others.

Stunning location, most amazing views and a really well appointed property. If you are looking for somewhere to get away from it all and relax in beautiful surroundings you couldn't want for more! A great base for touring the lakes or the dales or simply enjoy the local wildlife including the wallabies and little owl! Take grapes and bananas to feed the wallabies and like us you will have them eating out of your hands! Go enjoy - explore and see how exceptionally good this barn is! We don't go back to many place but we will most certainly visit again!

Warm and Friendly welcome, but then we were left alone. Peaceful and beautiful surroundings, close enough to amenities. If you didn't want to explore the Yorkshire Dales, you'd be quite happy just to chill out in the property. We loved every minute of our holiday. Would definitely like to return in the future.

The rural setting of this property, the owners were very friendly and welcoming. The Barn set up was an excellent home from home. The wallaby's in the field proved a great fascination for us all. We all would definitely go back in the future. The whole experience was fantastic!

Everything was absolutely fantastic and I would recommend Usherwoods Barn to anyone, in fact I have already done so to many of my friends. The owner was extremely friendly and helpful, it was a pleasure to see her every now and again for a lovely chat. The position of The Barn was marvellous, with breathtaking views everywhere you looked. It was in the perfect position to visit many of the areas, well known beauty spots and wonderful walks. Usherwoods Barn was gorgeous inside and superbly kitted out. The wallabies were particularly sweet and fascinating to watch. We shall never forget our stay there and will definitely be returning in the future. One of the best places we have ever stayed. Very, very special.

The area was outstanding, Usherwoods Barn gave us the opportunity to visit some stunning locations. The Barn was of an extremely high standard, everything had been thought of by the owners. Words really cannot describe our stay there. Fantastic! We will stay there again.

Usherwoods Barn was a fabulous holiday cottage (and we have stayed in many) and the owners were thoroughly nice people, who really cared that we enjoyed our holiday. The cottage was so nice that we really did not want to leave it, the views and walks from the door were fantastic! It really is a great location for exploring both the Lakes and Yorkshire Dales. It's a spacious barn, but cosy at the same time and the underfloor heating meant that we were really comfortable inside, while it was minus 10 (or lower) outside! The kids absolutely loved it all, especially feeding the wallabies every morning (so if you go, take some banana skins and grape stalks!) I would tell anyone that they should not hesitate to book this property - you won't be disappointed.

Lovely cottage with excellent facilities and great views. The room configuration worked well for our Family (with couple of grandparents plus 1 dog as well). Plenty to see nearby - we never went more than 30 minutes all week. Lovely walks even from the cottage itself.

We were so happy with this Barn, we had a wonderful time here; there is almost something magical about it. Excellent!

The accommodation and location were superb. There were 12 of us in our party, (in both properties), and the houses were spacious, clean, very well equipped, and warm. The views from the garden were just stunning, and there were plenty of walks, places of interest etc all within easy reach. We all had a brilliant week at Usherwoods, and would love to return one day.

We enjoyed our stay in this beautifully furnished, comfortable, well cared for and equipped cottage, even though the weather let us down!

Lovely family holiday, good for children and teenagers. Views were amazing. An overall great experience.

Great cottage and location. Perfect also for our dog to join in family holiday. Quality of cottage excellent. Very quiet area. Great walks on doorstep and lots within 20 minute drive.

The enclosed garden is lovely for children and dogs with steps down to lawn. The cottage was spacious, comfortable and clean and the views are breathtaking. Thank you, we had a lovely family holiday.

Isolated location was not painfully remote. Accommodation was obviously finished to a very high standard. Our hosts - in the adjoining property - were friendly and helpful without being intrusive. There was ample space on the premises, and the physically impaired member of our party was not restricted in any way.

Lovely property in a stunning location. We loved the area and the children loved having wallabies in the back garden!!

We had a lovely holiday. The setting and the views were wonderful with great walks, and then we came back to a warm and comfortable Barn.

We spent a very snowbound Christmas at Usherwoods Barn, but I can't think of a more warm, comfortable and well-equipped place to be stranded. The owners were friendly and helpful, the views were spectacular and the location is a perfect jumping off spot for The Dales, Lancashire and Cumbria. I would highly recommend it.

A warm spacious comfortable house with delightful owners and wonderful views. An idyllic Christmas break... we would love to return.

The people who owned the house were a lovely,they greeted us on arrival, showed us how things worked like the cooker etc, because at the last minute we had to take my granson with us who was only 4yrs old, and they maid him so welcome. The house was beautifull with everything you needed, my granson loved the animals in the garden and surrounding areas. It was remote and peaceful with lovely scenery yet only a short drive to the village.

Fantastic place to stay .Very comfortable , everything you need for a great holiday .Perfect surroundings .A great place to stay .

Fantastic location. Walks on the doorstep and owners couldn't be nicer. Will be back again.

We had an enjoyable stay in a lovely cottage notwitstanding the poor weather. The owners were friendly and helpful,the cottage was very well appointed and comfortable. A good location from which to explore the region.

A drive through winding country lanes was well rewarded on finding our Sykes Cottage at Usherwoods Barn. The cottage was very well appointed, warm and inviting especially as we were to have snow in a day or two. The nearby owners were very welcoming and helpful and always available. There are loads of walks in the area, and as the weather turned snowy, we were glad to find some without using the car. Overall a lovely holiday in a lovely cottage in a lovely part of the world. Perfection!

The location of the cottage was ideal, the views from the cottage were amazing. Everything that we needed was available, and if not, the owners were on hand to help.

A gorgeous property in a beautiful spot, we would definitely try to go again!

Location, friendliness of owners, scenery, spaciousness of accommodation, rural yet close to town with good amenities. Excellent bathroom and shower facilities. Enjoyable despite the inclement weather.

An outstanding cottage with superb views towards the Lake District, close to delightful walks in the Ingleton area. We thoroughly enjoyed our time.

Excellent, lovely place!

The location and Barn were excellent. The Barn was very well stocked with crockery and cutlery. Lovely white fluffy towels. Very relaxed location and very nice owners.

Overall Excellent! Excellent property and location. A very pleasant owner. I will book again!

Fabulous place with very friendly owners. Great base for exploring the area. Wallabies in the garden are a nice surprise.

Lovely place in a peaceful setting, the surrounding area was great.

A friendly welcome and offer of help if needed from the owner. Prompt service to a request for wood. The barn is in a delightful spot and even when the roads were snowbound we could walk directly from the barn.

High standard property with fantastic views & location.

The view - absolutely stunning - a lovely cottage with a really cosy feel. The log burner was an added bonus. Contact with the very helpful owners. Being able to access footpaths from the front door

A peaceful location in a beautiful setting. Spacious, comfortable accommodation with a friendly welcoming host. Good selection of books, games and puzzles provided along with plenty of information on local amenities and the major tourist attractions of the area. Well worth another visit in the not too distant future.

The accommodation was truly excellent: spacious, comfortable, beautiful and welcoming. The owners were helpful but unobtrusive. The surroundings were stunning, peaceful and lovely yet within easy driving or cycling distance of all necessary amenities. Even the weather was excellent!

Breathtaking views, superbe cottage, our toddlers loved all the different animals around the cottage and the safe garden to play in, landladys very friendly and helpful but not at all intrusive. Perfect, will come back again.

We had a lovely time in the property, it was very much a home from home. Plenty to visit in the surrounding countryside - we really did not have enough time to do everything.

Welcoming owner, excellent facilities; the nicest cottage we have stayed in.

Usherwoods barn is very warm and cosy and very spacious. The garden area was lovely and the animals a great bonus for children.

Perfect location away from it all. The cottage was first class - very warm and cosy. Good walks from the doorstep and only a short drive takes you into the heart of the Yorkshire Dales. We hope to return in the near future.

The cottage was in a perfect location for seeing the country side. We found some nice dining places and the cottage was first class . The owner could not have been more helpful.

A large comfortable property in an excellent rural location. Fantastic views and a very welcoming owner.

Fantastic property, views out of this world. Perfect base for holiday. Owner could not have been nicer. Excellent holiday yet again from Sykes.

We had a fantastic holiday at Usherwoods. There are so many good points. The views from the house and garden are unbeatable (dont miss the sunsets!). The standard of fixtures and fittings are the best we have experienced in many years of English self catering cottages. The bathrooms are works of art which I would happily have in my own house. The owners are lovely and very helpful but totally unobtrusive. The surrounding villages and countryside are beautiful with far too much to see and do in one holiday and yet in half term week we felt as though we were the only holidaymakers in the area, which is why we will definitely be back!

Owners were really welcoming. The property was newly converted so a really nice place to stay and had everything we needed. Children would enjoy as owners had a number of animals on land - including wallabys!

Very comfortable property in ideal location for gentle walking and visiting Dales and local area. Owners could not be more helpful and were available but not intrusive...

Excellent cottage, like a home from home, couldn't ask for anything more. Hospitality was welcoming, nothing was a problem for the owners. Beautiful cottage and gorgeous location!