Moorview Cottage – Healaugh, Swaledale

Moorview Cottage is a beautifully refurbished dog-friendly self-catering holiday cottage in Healaugh, near Reeth, in the heart of Swaledale and the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Sleeping up to five guests and welcoming one dog, this spacious and stylish Yorkshire Dales cottage is ideal for families, walkers, cyclists and couples looking for relaxing accommodation in one of the most scenic areas of the Yorkshire Dales.

Surrounded by breathtaking countryside and enjoying stunning views across the Swaledale valley, Moorview Cottage combines traditional farmhouse charm with modern comfort. Carefully renovated by the owners, the cottage is bright, welcoming and thoughtfully designed to create a comfortable home-from-home for guests exploring Swaledale, Reeth and the wider Yorkshire Dales with their dog.

Dog-Friendly Self-Catering Cottage in Swaledale

Perfect for guests looking for dog-friendly accommodation in Swaledale, Moorview Cottage welcomes one well-behaved dog and benefits from an enclosed garden, ideal for relaxing safely after long countryside walks in the Yorkshire Dales. With endless walking routes, scenic trails and open countryside nearby, the cottage is an excellent base for dog-friendly holidays in the Yorkshire Dales National Park.

A practical entrance porch with seating provides the perfect place to store walking boots, dog leads and outdoor clothing after days spent exploring the Dales.

Spacious Self-Catering Accommodation in the Yorkshire Dales

The heart of the cottage is the large farmhouse-style kitchen diner, perfect for sociable meals, family gatherings and relaxed evenings after a day exploring Swaledale. The kitchen is exceptionally well equipped for self-catering holidays and includes a full fridge freezer, electric oven, generous preparation space and everything needed for cooking during your stay. A large farmhouse dining table comfortably seats six guests, making it ideal for family holidays and walking groups visiting the Yorkshire Dales.

The separate living room is cosy yet spacious, featuring a log burner, large Smart TV and free WiFi. Bifold doors open directly onto the patio and enclosed garden, allowing guests to enjoy uninterrupted views across the beautiful Swaledale countryside. Guests also have access to Sky TV, with additional streaming services available using personal login details.

Comfortable Accommodation for up to Five Guests

Upstairs, Moorview Cottage sleeps five guests across three comfortable bedrooms. The accommodation includes a spacious master bedroom, a twin bedroom with ensuite toilet and basin, and a cosy single bedroom. The family bathroom features a bath with handheld shower attachment (please note there is no separate stand-up shower available).

Both the master bedroom and twin room enjoy fantastic far-reaching views across the Swaledale valley, overlooking the River Swale, surrounding farmland and rolling Yorkshire Dales fells. Waking up to these peaceful countryside views is one of the highlights of staying at Moorview Cottage, offering guests a true taste of rural Swaledale.

Ideal for Walking and Cycling Holidays in Swaledale

Moorview Cottage is perfectly placed for exploring Swaledale and the wider Yorkshire Dales National Park, making it an excellent base for a walking or cycling holiday in this part of North Yorkshire. From the doorstep, guests can access a wide range of footpaths and quiet country lanes leading through the Swaledale valley, nearby villages such as Reeth, Muker and Gunnerside, and on towards iconic routes including the Pennine Way and Muker Flower Meadows.

The surrounding landscape offers everything from relaxed riverside walks to more challenging fell walks with panoramic views across the Dales, as well as popular cycling routes that attract riders from across the UK.

For active stays, the cottage provides secure garage storage for bikes and outdoor equipment, plus an outdoor tap for rinsing off muddy boots, bikes or dogs after a day in the countryside. A washing machine and tumble dryer are also available, making Moorview Cottage well suited to longer stays and outdoor-focused breaks in Swaledale.

Enclosed Garden and Stunning Valley Views

Outside, the cottage benefits from private parking for up to three cars and several outdoor seating areas designed to make the most of the stunning Yorkshire Dales scenery. Relax on the comfortable rattan seating overlooking the Swaledale valley, enjoy outdoor dining around the six-seater table or unwind on the beach-style seating area with a book while taking in the peaceful countryside surroundings.

The enclosed garden provides a safe and secure outdoor space for both guests and dogs to enjoy while soaking up the panoramic Swaledale views.

Explore Healaugh, Reeth and the Yorkshire Dales National Park

Located in the picturesque village of Healaugh, just a short distance from Reeth, Moorview Cottage is perfectly positioned for discovering the very best of Swaledale and the Yorkshire Dales National Park. The area is renowned for its spectacular scenery, scenic walking routes, traditional Yorkshire Dales pubs and charming villages including Grinton, Gunnerside and Muker.

There are plenty of things to do near Reeth during your stay, including visiting the stunning Aysgarth Falls, exploring the historic Bolton Castle and discovering Richmond Castle and the market town of Richmond. Whether you are looking for outdoor adventure, dog-friendly walks, traditional country pubs or peaceful countryside scenery, Swaledale offers something for everyone throughout the year.

Whether you are planning a dog-friendly holiday in Swaledale, a Yorkshire Dales walking holiday or a relaxing countryside escape, Moorview Cottage provides spacious self-catering accommodation with beautiful valley views in one of the most sought-after areas of the Yorkshire Dales.