Guests say
The Arches Larklands is a beautifully decorated and furnished cottage, praised for its well-equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, and cleanliness. Set on a working farm, guests enjoyed the rural charm, farm animals, and picturesque countryside. Some noted minor issues with cutlery count and noise from farm animals, but overall, the property provided a delightful base for exploring North Yorkshire.
Guests consistently noted the property as 'spotlessly clean'. The high level of cleanliness contributed significantly to the positive experience.
The location is appreciated for its picturesque countryside and proximity to local attractions, though one review mentioned disappointment with the noise from farm animals and the presence of an old car, which slightly affected the location's appeal.
The property is frequently described as comfortable, with special mentions of cosy spaces and comfortable beds. However, a minor issue with sliding rugs was noted.
The property is well-equipped, particularly the kitchen, but there were comments about insufficient cutlery for the number of guests and suggestions for a larger dining table, indicating room for improvement in facilities and maintenance.
While guests mentioned receiving eggs and field mushrooms from the farmers, as well as a welcome with bread, milk, butter, and biscuits, these gestures are not guaranteed for all stays, and no other consistent indicators of thoughtfulness were mentioned across the reviews.
About this property
Richmond 5.6 miles. Resting in the quaint village of Ravensworth near the bustling town of Richmond is the wonderful 16th-century, stone-built, barn conversion, The Arches, Larklands. This idyllic dwelling benefits from a fabulous location in the countryside near the Yorkshire Dales National Park, off-road parking, three splendid bedrooms and a welcoming, open-plan interior adorned with charming, character features like exposed beams and Velux windows; the perfect setting for families or friends looking to explore the Yorkshire Dales. Cross the threshold into your new home-from-home and unwind on the plush sofas in front of the crackling, warmth of the electric flame-effect stove while the designated chef of the group gets acquainted with the fully-equipped kitchen. Dine together at the table, as a family, where you can raise a toast to your getaway and the cherished memories you have created so far. When the evening draws to a close, find the well-appointed bathroom where you can wash off the day’s adventures before sloping off to sleep in one of three bedrooms; choose from a double, a twin or family room with double and day bed. The Arches, Larklands is a short walk from the village pub and is an example of country living at its finest thanks to its glorious views and outstanding touring opportunities through Swaledale and Teesside. The picturesque market town of Barnard Richmond are nearby, and easily accessible by car, both offering a good selection of shops, pubs and restaurants and well as weekly markets showcasing local produce. The Yorkshire Dales also rests nearby providing keen ramblers with endless opportunities to explore the myriad of walks and trails within as well as notable attractions the The Forbidden Corner, which guarantees a day of family fun and breath-taking sites like Aysgarth and Cauldron Falls. All this and more awaits at The Arches, Larklands.
The old market town of Richmond, England, sits on a hilltop to the north of the River Swale, marking the beginning of Swaledale. Nine centuries of activity are preserved in the city's cobblestone streets and winding wynds. The name Richmond comes from the French phrase for "strong hill" (Riche-mont), and the town grew up around the castle there, a Norman fortress built in 1071 and famously located high above the river. Enjoy parks, safe paddling places, and small waterfalls along the River Swale, or take in the sights and sounds of the Castle Walk, a magnificent terrace walk beneath the castle walls. From the town's cobbled Market Place (where a weekly market and a monthly farmers' market can be found), a network of winding lanes and alleyways lead to a wide variety of shops, taverns, and restaurants. A lot of the town's historic streets are lined with beautiful examples of Georgian architecture, a product of the town's prosperity in the 18th and 19th centuries. Many people travel to see performances at the Georgian Theatre because it is one of the oldest theatres in the country.
Accommodation
Single-storey.
Three bedrooms: 1 x double with TV, 1 x twin, 1 x family room with double, day bed, TV and en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with electric flame-effect stove
Oil central heating.
Rangemaster with electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge, chest freezer, washing machine and dishwasher.
3 x TVs (one smart and two with freeview) DVD player, stereo, WiFi and selection of books, games, DVDs and CDs.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair available on request.
Off-road parking for 3 cars.
Small courtyard areas with furniture.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 5.2 miles and pub 0.2 miles.
Note: This property's water supply is fed from an underground spring.
Note: This property sleeps 7 including infants.
Note: This property is situated next to a working farm, so there may be animal noise from the resident livestock or dogs
Nearby points of interest
- Bowes Museum
- Barnard Castle
Reviews (11)
-
Michelle
Suzanne and Graham have done a superb restoration and refurbishment of barns that are linked to a working farm. The interior is welcoming and tasteful with an incredibly well equipped kitchen and dining area. Plenty of room for 5 adults, who were welcomed with bread, milk, butter & biscuits, and our dog who was welcomed with a water bowl and treats. The farm has dogs, sheep, cows, chickens and cats so lots of animal related noise but also lots of cuteness with chicks and kittens running about. Suzanne was so helpful with the last bit of directions through the farm and emailed to make sure everything was ok when we arrived, and included a mobile number should we need it. We highly recommend The Arches. It's a rural( sometimes noisey) retreat in a beautiful area of North Yorkshire.
-
Pauline
Since we were out of the way of shops it was lovely to see a nice big fridge and freezer.
-
Ruth
High up on the hills of Yorkshire the views are wonderful and it is set in a small and peaceful village with great pub and fantastic farm shop close by. The barn itself was spacious and beautifully decorated throughout. It's high ceilings make it feel really special and the living room kitchen and dining area create a really sociable area - great to come home to after a long day out. The working farm next door gave us the opportunity to see hens scratching around and a new litter of kittens too! The owners were incredibly welcoming and were there for us if we needed them but in fact everything was so good we didn't need to message except to say what a great time we having!! This was our second time visiting Larklands and with the fresh new decor it was even nicer than the first time. I would definitely recommend staying there.