Cozy cottage in West Witton, near Leyburn - with 1 bedroom

Pond Cottage1 bedroom, Sleeps 2.

A charming stone hideaway in the heart of Wensleydale, Pond Cottage offers comfort, warmth and rural tranquillity, with scenic walks, welcoming village pubs and the stunning Yorkshire Dales landscapes all waiting just beyond the doorstep.

Accommodation details

Ground Floor:
Living room: Smart TV, Woodburner
Dining room.
Kitchen: Aga, Microwave, Fridge, Coffee Machine
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bathroom: Slipper Bath, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Electric underfloor central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Welcome pack. External utility room: With Freezer and Washer Dryer. External Seperate Toilet. Back garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Bike store. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.

Tucked away in the heart of West Witton near Leyburn, Pond Cottage is a beautifully restored stone-built retreat that blends period charm with modern comfort. With many lovely features and thoughtful touches throughout, it feels like a true home from home. The ground floor offers a cosy living room complete with a welcoming wood-burning stove—perfect for relaxing after a day exploring the Dales. The small but perfectly formed kitchen includes a single electric Aga and looks out towards the peaceful rear garden. Characterful flagstone stairs lead to the first floor, where you’ll find a charming double bedroom with a beamed ceiling, original wooden floorboards, and an ornamental Hobbit stove adding to the cottage’s unique appeal. The generous bathroom boasts a stylish free-standing bath ideal for long, indulgent soaks.

Outside, a cloakroom with WC and a utility room with washing machine—both with underfloor heating—sit within a lockable outbuilding, perfect for storing muddy boots, bikes, or outdoor gear. The south-facing garden, laid to lawn and edged with mature flower borders, is a wonderful spot to enjoy the sunshine. An app-operated EV charger is also available for guests.
Set within the spectacular landscape of Wensleydale, Pond Cottage offers a superb base to explore the Yorkshire Dales National Park. West Witton itself is a friendly village with a renowned country pub just a stone’s throw from the cottage, offering hearty meals and a warm welcome. A short drive away lies the bustling market town of Leyburn, home to independent shops, cafés, and the famous Fridaymarket.

The stunning Aysgarth Falls is close by too—a must-see for its dramatic series of waterfalls and scenic woodland walks. Further afield, the charming towns and villages of Middleham, Hawes, and Richmond are easily reached, each offering their own attractions from medieval castles to traditional Dales cheese-making.
Walkers and nature lovers are spoilt for choice, with footpaths and trails winding directly from the village into rolling countryside, heather moorland, and river valleys. Whether exploring the high fells, wandering by the River Ure, or simply enjoying the tranquillity of a rural escape, Pond Cottage places you right at the gateway to one of England’s most celebrated landscapes.
Enjoy comfort, character, and the very best of the Yorkshire Dales at Pond Cottage.