Holly Cottage

Holly Cottage is a converted Dale's stone cart store sitting just off the village green in Bellerby, with the market town of Leyburn just over a mile away and the Yorkshire Dales National Park starting from the doorstep. It's a strong choice for a couple or small family travelling with one well-behaved dog, with consistent positive feedback from past pet-travelling guests across multiple booking platforms.

The pet policy is straightforward: one pet welcome (enquire if you'd like to bring a second), with a pet fee charged on top of the rental - the published listings don't disclose the amount, so confirm directly with the property manager when booking. There's no breed or size restriction documented, and small dogs through to larger family dogs have all been mentioned positively by reviewers.

What stands out most is the enclosed rear garden, which is repeatedly singled out by pet-travelling guests as a real plus for off-lead time. One important note for first-time visitors: the south-facing front garden is NOT secured for dogs - it's a bench-and-watch-the-world-go-by space rather than a play area - so plan to use the rear garden for any off-lead time. The property manager Alison is regularly described as friendly and responsive.

Location is the other big draw. Bellerby sits at the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, which means open countryside, public footpaths, bridleways and quiet country lanes start essentially from the front door. Leyburn (a mile down the road) has the standard market-town amenities - Wednesday market, a Spar for emergency supplies, a couple of dog-friendly pubs and cafes. Wensleydale's walking is some of the most rewarding in the Dales: from gentle riverside strolls along the Ure to longer hill walks around Penhill and Pen Hill Beacon.

The cottage itself is described consistently as clean, well-equipped, cosy and comfortable - two bedrooms upstairs (note the stairs are reportedly steep, worth checking if mobility is a concern), an enclosed garden with patio + garden furniture + barbecue, and private parking for one car. Good Wi-Fi for those who can't fully unplug.

Best suited to a couple or small family with one dog who want a quiet Wensleydale base for walking, with the convenience of Leyburn's shops and pubs a short drive away. The 4.7/5 paw rating reflects six independently positive pet-traveller stays across multiple years - a defensible signal for a small property that's clearly being kept to a high standard by an attentive manager.