Speight Cottage in Sedbergh | Must-See Yorkshire Dales Hot Tub Cottage

About Speight Cottage

Speight Cottage is a detached stone-built cottage that was once a smithy. Located near Sedbergh in Cumbria, it sits alongside the river Rawthay on the owners' farmland. This cozy retreat for two offers stunning views across the hills while keeping you close to local amenities.

The countryside setting is bloody brilliant. You're surrounded by the sights and sounds of a working farm with Highland cattle, donkeys and free-range chickens wandering about. Want to explore? Fairfield Mill, Dent, Devils Bridge and Ruskins View are all within easy reach. After a day of hiking the local trails, you'll be gagging to get back to that hot tub!

The accommodation features an open-plan living area with kitchen, dining space and sitting area. There's a woodburning stove for those chilly evenings and gas underfloor heating throughout. The kitchen comes equipped with electric oven, hob, microwave and fridge. Outside you'll find a patio with furniture and that all-important hot tub in a gated enclosure.

Visit Fairfield Mill (less than 1 mile away, 3-minute drive) to see local crafts. Explore the village of Dent (5 miles, 15 minutes) with its cobbled streets. Devils Bridge (7 miles, 15 minutes) offers spectacular views. Ruskins View (1 mile, 5 minutes) provides amazing photo opportunities of the Howgill Fells.

Speight Cottage is perfect for couples seeking a rural escape. The private hot tub and woodburning stove create a romantic atmosphere that'll make you want to extend your stay. Paul and Sam are fantastic hosts who'll welcome you with homemade treats!

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At Sykes Cottages

Need To Know

✓Gas underfloor heating and woodburning stove
✓ Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, a washing/drying room complete with dog shower is provided (shared with one other cottage on site), Smart TV with Freeview, WiFi
✓ Fuel, power and starter pack for stove included in rent
✓ Additional fuel available to purchase from owner
✓ Bed linen, towels and bathrobes included in rent
✓ Shared driveway with space for one car
✓ Patio with furniture and hot tub
✓ One well-behaved pet welcome
✓ Strictly no smoking
✓ Shops and pub 1 mile
✓ Note: The owners live in the farmhouse some 30 yards from the property
✓ Note: Due to a steep slope to the rear of the cottage, children should be supervised
✓ This detached, stone-built cottage, a former smithy, is set in the grounds of the owner's farmhouse alongside the river Rawthay
✓ The cottage is on the owners small holding and therefore friendly farm dogs and free range chickens roaming freely
✓ Note: Max 2 people, this property does not accept infants Please note: There is a 7kw charging point for electrical cars available - There is a supplement charge which will be paid directly to the owner if this product is used

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What Guests Love

Discover why our guests keep coming back to Speight Cottage

Warm Welcome

Guests rave about Paul and Sam's hospitality. Fresh scones, homemade bread, eggs and jam await your arrival - proper Yorkshire welcome!

Hot Tub Heaven

The private hot tub overlooking the countryside is a massive hit. Perfect for stargazing with a glass of wine after a day's walking.

Cozy Comfort

Underfloor heating plus a woodburning stove keep things toasty. The comfy bed and quality linens got multiple mentions in reviews.

Farm Animals

Kids at heart love the Highland cattle, donkeys and free-range chickens roaming the farm. A proper countryside experience right outside your door.

Riverside Location

The cottage sits beside the River Rawthay. Guests love falling asleep to the sound of flowing water after a day exploring.

Thoughtful Touches

Robes, large towels, welcome gifts and modern amenities make guests feel special. Everything's been thought of so you can just relax.

Getting To Speight Cottage

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Speight Cottage by car, take the M6 to junction 37, then follow the A684 towards Sedbergh. The cottage is located just outside Sedbergh alongside the river Rawthay on the owners' farm property with parking available on site.

By Train

For rail travelers, the nearest major station is Oxenholme Lake District, approximately 10 miles away. From there, you'll need to take a taxi to complete your journey to the cottage near Sedbergh.

Off-road parking available

Oxenholme Lake District station (10 miles)

Easily accessible from the A684

Attractions & More Nearby

Everything you need within easy reach

Fairfield Mill

Distance: 0.8 miles

LA10 5LW

Devils Bridge

Distance: 7 miles

LA6 2PD

Ruskins View

Distance: 1 mile

LA10 5AH

Howgill Fells

Distance: 1.5 miles

LA10 5AH

River Rawthay Walk

Distance: 0.1 miles

LA10 5BX

Cautley Spout Waterfall

Distance: 5 miles

LA10 5NE

Sedbergh Main Street

Distance: 0.9 miles

LA10 5BN

Sedbergh Book Town Shops

Distance: 0.9 miles

LA10 5BN

Dent Village Stores

Distance: 5 miles

LA10 5QL

Sedbergh Bus Stop

Distance: 0.9 miles

LA10 5BN

Oxenholme Train Station

Distance: 10 miles

LA9 7PF

Electric Vehicle Charging

Distance: On site

LA10 5BX

Fairfield Mill

Distance: 0.8 miles

LA10 5LW

Devils Bridge

Distance: 7 miles

LA6 2PD

Ruskins View

Distance: 1 mile

LA10 5AH

Howgill Fells

Distance: 1.5 miles

LA10 5AH

River Rawthay Walk

Distance: 0.1 miles

LA10 5BX

Cautley Spout Waterfall

Distance: 5 miles

LA10 5NE

Sedbergh Main Street

Distance: 0.9 miles

LA10 5BN

Sedbergh Book Town Shops

Distance: 0.9 miles

LA10 5BN

Dent Village Stores

Distance: 5 miles

LA10 5QL

Sedbergh Bus Stop

Distance: 0.9 miles

LA10 5BN

Oxenholme Train Station

Distance: 10 miles

LA9 7PF

Electric Vehicle Charging

Distance: On site

LA10 5BX

Is Speight Cottage Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families

Speight Cottage isn't suitable for infants as stated in the property details. Older kids might enjoy meeting the Highland cattle, donkeys and chickens on the farm. The riverside location offers opportunities for wildlife spotting, while the hot tub provides entertainment. Fairfield Mill nearby has craft activities during school holidays.

For Couples

Speight Cottage is perfect for couples. The one-bedroom layout creates an intimate space with a woodburning stove for cozy evenings. Soak in the private hot tub with countryside views after walking the fells. The welcome pack with homemade treats sets a romantic tone. Ruskins View offers sunset walks and Sedbergh has quiet restaurants for date nights.

Pet Friendly

One well-behaved pet is welcome at Speight Cottage. The riverside location provides immediate walking opportunities along the Rawthay. The Yorkshire Dales National Park surrounds you with endless pet-friendly trails. The enclosed patio gives your dog safe outdoor space. Sedbergh has pet-friendly pubs less than a mile away for post-walk refreshments.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Speight Cottage

The Black Bull Inn

Located 0.9 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA10 5BL

Three Hares Cafe

Located 0.9 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA10 5BN

Smatt's Duo Cafe

Located 0.8 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA10 5BL

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Speight Cottage

Does this cottage have a hot tub?

Yes, Speight Cottage features a private hot tub on the patio. It's set within a gated enclosure for safety and privacy while you enjoy views across the countryside.

Is it pet friendly?

Yes, one well-behaved pet is welcome at Speight Cottage. The riverside location and nearby walking routes make it ideal for dogs to explore with their owners.

What heating does the cottage have?

The cottage has gas underfloor heating throughout and a woodburning stove in the living area. These features keep the space cozy and warm regardless of the season.

Are there any welcome provisions?

Guests receive a welcome pack that typically includes scones, jam, cream, coffee, tea, milk, homemade bread and eggs. This thoughtful touch from the owners gets many positive mentions in reviews.

What outdoor space does the cottage have?

The cottage has a private patio area with outdoor furniture and the hot tub. It overlooks the countryside and river Rawthay, providing beautiful views while you relax outside.

Can I meet the farm animals?

Yes, the owners' farmhouse is just 30 yards away and has friendly farm dogs, free-range chickens, Highland cattle and donkeys. Many guests enjoy interacting with the animals during their stay.

Is the cottage suitable for people with mobility issues?

The cottage offers ground floor accommodation with a ground floor bedroom. This layout makes it more accessible, though specific adaptations for mobility issues aren't mentioned in the property details.

How close is the nearest pub or shop?

There's a pub and shop less than 1 mile from the property in Sedbergh. This makes it convenient to pick up supplies or enjoy a meal out without needing to drive far.

Speight Cottage Reviews

Andrew

Had a great time and thoroughly enjoyed the cottage. Everything we needed. Hope to visit again

Beautiful cottage with wonderful hosts, Welcome pack was a lovely surprise Would highly recommend

Amazing views, right next to a river, lovely owners, scones jam cream coffee tea milk homemade bread and eggs all waiting for you on arrival, surrounded by chickens dogs donkeys highland cows, cosy modern cottage, log burner, underfloor heating, HOT TUB! !! This was one of the best places weve ever stayed. Thank you Sam and Paul!

Paul and Sam made us very Welcome, and the cottage was charming with fantastic views across the hills. The underfloor heating took the chill off in the evenings and the cottage didn't need us to light the little wood burner. The best bit for us was the hot tub which proved an excellent way to unwind after a days sightseeing and was especially helpful for my wife's back and hips. We had a totally superb time. This cottage wouldn't work for a small family but was just perfect for us. Big thank you to our charming hosts

A fabulous stay. Everything about this place was spot on. All the lovely touches, welcome gifts, robes, lovely large towels, wifi. Very comfy bed. Just loved the hot tub what a treat sitting in there with those wonderful views and on a night under a strarry night sky saw shooting stars magical. Gorgeous river just at the bottom 2 min walk you can walk along it to Sedbergh town. Loads to do and see. Loved seeing the donkeys here. We loved seeing the owners dogs made me laugh came to see us on a morning tails wagging tapping on the door, we could shut the gate if we didn't want this no problem, but we loved their company. If you are looking for a relaxing peaceful stay with gorgeous views, plenty of walks, ideally located, then this is it. The owners are so welcoming lovely fresh eggs ,bacon and fresh bread left, and wonderful scones with jam and clotted cream what a treat. They are on hand if its required but leave you to it. Thank you so much for a wonderful stay.

Beautifully presented cottage, beautiful location and lovely owners. Perfect.

This is our third visit to Speight Cottage. We intend to visit again. It is so good you need to book well in advance. Lovely barn conversion. Well equipted. Comfortable bed with good quality linen. Hot tub wonderfully relaxing looking out over beautiful West Dales scenery. The owners live next to the cottage. They are helpful and friendly. Great place for dogs. The owners have the most friendly and loving rescue dogs. Free range hens wander around and produce delicious eggs. Love visiting this area for walking and fresh farm produce. This time it was my husband's birthday. We had a delightful time. Cannot recommend this cottage enough.

Charlie

Absolutely beautiful location, stunning views all you need for a great getaway The hosts was absolutely brilliant and gave me a good walkthrough of the facilitys and the locations around the area, great to put your feet up and rest! The fireplace is amazing & so is the jacuzzi outside the property. Would stay again, many thanks Charlie & Sonny

Patricia

Beautiful compact and cozy cottage with all the facilities you need. Very comfy bed, underfloor heating in the shower roomtoilet, and a wonderful hot tub just a few steps away on the patio looking over the Pennines, fields and river. A much appreciated welcome pack of fresh bread, scones with jam and clotted cream, bacon and fresh farm eggs and a small jug of milk for the beverages provided were awaiting us on our arrival. This was a much needed break away and we enjoyed every minute. It was a joy to be able to watch the much loved array of farm animals and pets each day. Lovely setting and lovely hosts.

Kenneth

What a great week we had at this beautiful well equipped cottage, spotlessly clean, comfy bed , fab fire & an amazing hot tub . Paul & Sam very friendly helpful hosts ...lovely views I got to feed the animals , What an experience. donkeys were my favourite

Philip

We really enjoyed our stay alas it was too brief, we will definitely be returning some time in the future. Thanks to Sam and Paul for being the perfect hosts.

Richard

We had a fantastic time, lovely Cottage, lovely views, lovely animals and lovely people. Sam and Paul are wonderful hosts and really made an effort to make our stay as enjoyable as it could be. Thank you

My husband and I had a wonderful week at Speight Cottage. Sam and Paul are the perfect hosts. It's in the most perfect location, with views to die for. The more you look, the more you see. I loved having highland cows, donkeys, sheep and chickens for neighbours. The dogs are wonderful and will always welcome a fuss. The cottage is in the perfect location for exploring the Lakes and the Dales. So much to go and see. We will definitely be back! Thank you so much!

The cottage was lovely. Me and Jay fell in love with it immediately. We loved getting to meet all the animals and the owners could not have made us feel more welcome

We loved our 4 day stay at Speight Cottage. Perfect hosts with a very warm welcome. Freerange chickens & dogs paid us regular visits but if that's not your thing, you can always close the gate. Thoroughly enjoyed our walks along the river and up on the fells followed by an evening soak in the hot tub and then sitting in front of the log burner. Would thoroughly recommend and thank you.

Amanda

We had a wonderful and relaxing short break. The hosts were brilliant and made us feel very welcome and so did the dogs. In a beautiful setting, the cottage was very warm and cosy with everything we needed.

Stephen

Lovely cottage based in the West Yorkshire Dales was around a 4560 minute drive to the Lake District so you had plenty of places to visit. The cottage was very well equipped with beautiful views over the Dales. The owners were friendly and welcoming would definitely recommend a stay.

William

Absolutely amazing holiday! Welcome pack was brilliant, the cottage was immaculate on arrival. Sam was lovely greeted us on arrival and was around if needed anything, the walks along the river are brilliant it was a lovely stay overall and will be returning

Warm and friendly welcome. Cosy cottage with beautiful views. Lots of local walks or equally nice to relax in and around the hot tub with a good book.

Speight cottage was just what we were looking for, a nice cozy place equipped with all we needed, set in a very nice spot and the hot tub was much appreciated most evenings. The owners were very welcoming and we enjoyed being visited most days by their lovely dogs. Plenty of walking opportunities from the door, the Howgills offer good routes with fantastic views over Morecambe Bay and the Lake District .

Rachael

Speight cottage ticks all the boxes, we loved our stay there and would recommend to friends and family. Everything about our stay was perfect, the owners and farm animals and their lovely doggies are very friendly. The only problem was having to leave! If we stay in the area again it will definitely be at Speight Cottage.

We loved this cottage. It had everything we needed and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The views from the cottage, outside area, and hot tub are perfect. The owners make you feel very welcome and we enjoyed the daily visits from their friendly dogs. The welcome pack of bacon, eggs, milk and fresh scones was much appreciated. We hope to visit again! Thank you.

Most beautiful cottage and lovely hosts! Couldnt of found a more perfect spot for a week away!

Fantastic location. beautiful cottage, equipped with everything you could possibly need. very well kept and immaculately clean. hosts Paul and Sam are lovely...the welcome scones and freshly made bread were delicious along with eggs from their own chickens. hot tub was great to relax in after a full day of walking with the dog. views from the cottage are fabulous. local village is very dog and people friendly with a variety of different shops, pubs and cafes. would definitely revisit and highly recommend. heidi & Paul

Jeremy

Fantastic converted cottage set in truly beautiful Cumbrian countryside with a number of picturesque walks available from the doorstep. Loved staying on a working farm waking up to see donkeys, chickens and Highland cows roaming freely. Paul and Sam both very friendly owners and happy to chat about their experiences. Has all the amenities you could ask for from a one bedroom cottage, including the super sized hot tub offering amazing views to the river and dark skies stars. I can't recommend enough the local walks which have directions supplied in leaflets in the cottage. I'd planned a few drives out to Dales peaks and other walks but in the end there really was no need. Definitely also should check out Farfield Mill just a few 100m walk away with lots of great art and knick knacks and really tasty food at the cafe. Great way to celebrate my 50th.

Gareth

Had a wonderful stay here, so much so that we booked an extra night whilst there. Hosts are very welcoming and the facilities provided are excellent. Great view from the cottage and hot tub and some great walks literally on the door step so ideal if you have dogs. The cottage is small but ideal for two people and the hot tub is huge! It has everything you need including a few items on arrival such as scones, fresh bacon, tea etc Location wise its a 5 minute drive to Sedbergh and slightly further out from numerous other places that are worth visiting including the lakes. Would recommend to anyone and we are already looking at returning in the future.

Immaculate accommodation, loved all the items in the welcome pack. The cottage is very tastefully decorated, and extremely comfortable. The hot tub has the most fabulous views. We loved every bit of our stay, in an ideal location for walking and cycling. The animals were especially welcoming as well. I fell in love with all the dogs!

Idyllic cottage with beautiful views of the river. Spotlessly clean and well equipped with everything that you need. Fantastic location for exploring the Dales and the South Lakes areas. Sam and Paul are perfect hosts, and the hot tub is just the icing on the cake. We had a perfect week for our anniversary.

Absolutely fantastic stay for my partners birthday weekend away. Its such a lovely little cottage in an amazing location for big walks and pub lunches. The owners were very welcoming and kindly left us a selection of fresh local eggs, bread, bacon and scones to enjoy on arrival. But the best part was the array of animals to interact with and the relaxing hottub in the evening you couldnt beat it!

Excellent location, excellent accommodation, perfect host. Couldnt fault!

Christian

A lovely place to stay. We felt really welcome & at home. Highly recommended. Many thanks & best wishes

We had a delightful stay at Speight Cottage and it was exactly what we needed just before Christmas. The owners were extremely welcoming and even provided us with fresh bread, scones, eggs and bacon which we thought was a lovely touch. We particularly enjoyed getting to meet all the animals and felt like we had the perfect balance of having our own space and interacting when we wanted to the cottage itself was spotless and so cosy and had everything we needed for our stay. Im sure well be back thank you!

Jasmin

Wonderful Cottage, fantastic views and really welcoming owners. Thank you for a great holiday. We definitely hope to return.

Wow, absolutely fantastic cottage. Faultless. From the welcome, all the way through to leaving, we've had a brilliant stay. The cottage is perfect, immaculate well stocked with everything you could need. The hot tub was the icing on the cake. I really couldn't recommend Speight cottage highly enough. Can't wait to return. Thank you Sam, you're a great host. Good luck going forwards.

Loved our stay here, so homely, clean and comfy. Perfect spot for us with our dog walking and hiking. The owners made us feel very welcome. Will 100 stay here again!

Thank you so much, such a lovely place to stay.

Fantastic little cottage, perfect for two for a cosy break. Lovely welcome pack on arrival, really enjoyed the homemade scones, such a nice touch. Great facilities including a washdry room which was handy after getting muddied up on walks! Perfectly located cottage to reach loads of lovely local walks, we didnt even have to take the car out! A short walk down the river takes you to Sedburgh with some shops & pubs. Appreciated the hot tub with great views after our long walks. Thanks to the hosts Sam & Paul & all the animals for a lovely stay.

Just come back from a lovely weekend at Speight Cottage and would highly recommend. The cottage has everything we needed it was well equipped, spotlessly clean and welcoming. There was direct access to the Howgills and to delightful river walks along the valley. Sedbergh and Fairfield Mill were very local for eating out and shopping. The hottub was a treat after a day spent in the outdoors, especially with its views over donkeys, chickens, riverbanks, fells and the setting sun in the distance. We slept soundly in the extremely comfy bed and there was ample hot water for showers. When booking I was a little concerned about the 'A' road close by, but in fact it is just a country lane with little traffic. Paul and Sam are kind and generous hosts.

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Speight Cottage, Sedbergh

About Speight Cottage

Need To Know

More Cottages With Hot Tubs You May Like

What Guests Love

Warm Welcome

Hot Tub Heaven

Cozy Comfort

Farm Animals

Riverside Location

Thoughtful Touches

Getting To Speight Cottage

By Car

By Train

Attractions & More Nearby

Is Speight Cottage Right For You?

For Families

For Couples

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

The Black Bull Inn

Three Hares Cafe

Smatt's Duo Cafe

Frequently Asked Questions

Location Name

Speight Cottage Reviews