Stow House - 4-Star Hotel in Aysgarth

Stow House is a former vicarage set within two acres of secured private grounds in the Yorkshire Dales. The property offers views over Wensleydale and Bishopdale, with outdoor furniture placed across the garden and terrace. Guests have access to intimate lounges and a library for reading or relaxing.

Each of the seven en-suite rooms is decorated with original works of art and antique furniture, with many rooms offering seating areas and freestanding baths. Complimentary Molton Brown toiletries, flat-screen TVs, and tea/coffee making facilities are provided in every room. The Lovebirds room features two sinks and a walk-in shower, while the Like Wow Man room includes a roll-top bath with countryside views.

Breakfast is cooked to order using locally sourced ingredients including bacon, sausage, and eggs from the region, plus homemade granola and freshly squeezed orange juice. An honesty bar stocks gins and vodkas infused with garden fruits, and a cocktail hour is offered each evening (chargeable). Packed lunches can be arranged on request.

Aysgarth Waterfalls, a series of cascades stretching over half a mile along the River Ure, is a five-minute walk from the hotel. Bolton Castle is 3.5 miles away via a walking route across fields, and the Yorkshire Dales National Park offers hiking and cycling trails directly from the door. Educational tours of nearby historic castles and abbeys are available for booking.

Pets are permitted in designated rooms, and the hotel provides warm water for cleaning dogs before they enter the house. The two acres of private grounds include a garden where dogs can be exercised. A local dog wash station and advice on dog-friendly walks are offered by the host.

Grounds: Two-acre private grounds with garden and terrace

Rooms: Seven en-suite rooms with Molton Brown toiletries

Dining: Locally sourced breakfast with homemade granola

Bar: Honesty bar with garden-fruit infused gins

Location: 5-minute walk to Aysgarth Waterfalls

Pets: Pet-friendly with dog wash station