High Bands, Hawes

High Bands is a spacious farmhouse sleeping 14 guests in Gayle near Hawes, North Yorkshire. This property sits in Upper Wensleydale with five bedrooms and three bathrooms, making it perfect for large family gatherings. The house includes four outdoor kennels for pets and fully fenced grounds. A woodburner warms the living room whilst underfloor heating runs throughout the ground floor.

The farmhouse occupies a rural position half a mile from Gayle village. The Pennine Way passes within walking distance. Stunning views stretch across the Yorkshire Dales countryside.

Bedroom one on the ground floor has two zip-and-link singles forming a super king. Four more bedrooms sit upstairs: one king, one double, another king and a fifth room with four singles. The kitchen flows into a dining area. A utility room houses the washing machine and tumble dryer. Outside, an enclosed paved patio and seating area with barbecue provide space for outdoor meals.

Hawes market town (1.5 miles, 5 minutes) offers shops and restaurants. Aysgarth Falls (9 miles, 15 minutes), Bolton Castle (8 miles, 14 minutes), Hardraw Force waterfall (2 miles, 6 minutes) and the Wensleydale Creamery (1.5 miles, 5 minutes) make excellent group outings.

High Bands suits walking groups and multi-generation families who want Yorkshire Dales access with room for everyone and their dogs.