Located in Harrogate, this cottage is in a rural area. Royal Hall and Mercer Art Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Washburn Heritage Centre and Ripley Castle and Gardens. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Yorkshire Event Centre or Nethermoor Park. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
Turkish Baths and Health Spa - 11 min drive - 10.8 km
Harrogate Convention Centre - 11 min drive - 11.2 km
Rudding Park Golf Course - 19 min drive - 21.7 km
Getting around
Harrogate Station - 17 min drive
Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 45 min drive
Restaurants
Royal Oak Inn - 10 min drive
Bettys Café Tea Rooms - 9 min drive
The Smith's Arms - 8 min drive
Harrogate Arms - 10 min drive
Barking George - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is 2 bedroom accommodation in Harrogate pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at 2 bedroom accommodation in Harrogate?
As of 23 Oct, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 2 bedroom accommodation in Harrogate on 1 Mar, 2027 start from S$889, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at 2 bedroom accommodation in Harrogate?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 2 bedroom accommodation in Harrogate?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 2 bedroom accommodation in Harrogate?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 2 bedroom accommodation in Harrogate located?
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 1.9 mi (3 km) from Nidderdale and within 6 miles (10 km) of Washburn Heritage Centre and Ripley Castle and Gardens. Fewston Reservoir and Valley Gardens are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
A delightful cottage in a beautiful setting. It felt very homely and is well equipped. Ideal location to explore the surrounding area.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Gordon Woods
11 Feb, 2026
My wife and I really loved our long weekend break at the Dovecote.
My wife and I really loved our long weekend break at the Dovecote. The cottage was warm and cozy and the welcome hamper was a nice touch. It is very quiet and away from the bustle of modern living. We are planning to return early next year.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Paul Segalini
1 Nov, 2025
Lovely estate, good for walks.
Lovely estate, good for walks. Cottage is quiet and peaceful perfect place to unwind and recharge. Several National Trust properties close by, Harrogate is close by and York is not far.Would recomend it to anyone looking for an peaceful break.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Olwen Jean Gaywood
11 Dec, 2025
The Dovecote is a very cozy and well equipped cottage with lots of good walking routes for our two g
The Dovecote is a very cozy and well equipped cottage with lots of good walking routes for our two golden retrievers which were warmly welcomed. Harrogate is only a 15 minute drive away and it offers easy access to the Yorkshire Dales. There are a number of excellent dog friendly pubs close by also offering excellent food.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Gillian Bromley
8 Nov, 2025
Lovely location, Dovecote is nicely presented.
Lovely location, Dovecote is nicely presented. Very warm and cosy. We were 4 adult staying there. The settee is very comfortable however the 2 chairs were not as comfy. All the amenities required for a stay at Dovecote are there. Lovely welcome pack and a special welcome from Sir James too.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
simon
30 Dec, 2019
A very relaxing holiday in lovely surroundings.
A very relaxing holiday in lovely surroundings.If you like walking your dog,birdwatching and great scenery.A contrast is offered by nearby towns of Harrogate and Knaresborough.If you stay during winter,pack the wellies and waterproofs.The local village of Birstwith has shop for essentials and a great dog friendly pub.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Shelene
20 Sept, 2019
What a lovely find !!! In the grounds of Birstwith Hall gorgeous little cottage everything you could
What a lovely find !!! In the grounds of Birstwith Hall gorgeous little cottage everything you could want for a stay in this wonderful area. Beds were comfy. Kitchen well stocked and the lovely present of eggs, bread, a lovely cake and milk. The bottle of Prosecco was a nice touch too. Flowers in vases just lovely old world charm. Would definitely recommend staying here if you want a quiet place to stay yet not far from all Yorkshire has to offer.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Richard
18 Sept, 2019
Well appointed, clean and quiet, this cottage is in a lovely albeit isolated position but not too fa
Well appointed, clean and quiet, this cottage is in a lovely albeit isolated position but not too far from a small village. The owner visited us personally even though we were there for only 3 days, and provided an excellent welcome pack of local produce. There’s even a local cat to fuss if you’re a cat lover like us!
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Kelly
22 Aug, 2019
Beautiful cottage with amazing grounds, kids loved feeding the ponies
very traditional, lovely
Beautiful cottage with amazing grounds, kids loved feeding the ponies
very traditional, lovely and relaxing. Definitely love to stay again
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jane
9 Aug, 2019
Spent a long weekend in October at the Dovecote and enjoyed ourselves despite the wet weather.
Spent a long weekend in October at the Dovecote and enjoyed ourselves despite the wet weather.
The accommodation was warm and cosy and very well equipped. The welcome was equally warm and friendly and the welcome basket the best we've ever experienced, bread, butter, milk, honey, marmalade, eggs, biscuits plus a bottle of prosecco- everything you would have needed for a breakfast the following morning! The surrounding countryside was beautiful and the lanes although narrow at points were easily navigated to main road for Harrogate, Rippon etc.
We were attending a Wildlife Tourism event at the Harrogate Convention Centre so just a 20 minute drive away. We spent the other day walking around Fountains Abbey and the parkland - again beautiful and were lucky to see the Deer very close.
Can definitely recommend the Dovecote for a long weekend at anytime of the year. Thank you for a lovely stay and being so welcoming - special hello to Scrappy (black cat) always there in the morning to say hello!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
8 Jul, 2019
The cotage was clean but! the warddrobe and kichen tops were very dusty.
The cotage was clean but! the warddrobe and kichen tops were very dusty.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tina
18 Jun, 2019
Absolutely beautiful place, the gardens are amazing and the shetland ponies were adorable as well as
Absolutely beautiful place, the gardens are amazing and the shetland ponies were adorable as well as the owners dogs were so friendly. Great welcome pack with everything you need and more, fresh cut flowers in the rooms was lovely also. Can't recommend this place strongly enough as we can't wait to return!!
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Margaret
16 Jun, 2019
A lovely comfortable cottage set within a beautiful estate.
A lovely comfortable cottage set within a beautiful estate. Convenient for Harrogate and visiting nearby countryside. Welcoming owners, well equipped and nice welcome pack.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
simon
11 Jun, 2019
A very relaxing holiday in lovely surroundings.
A very relaxing holiday in lovely surroundings.If you like walking your dog,birdwatching and great scenery.A contrast is offered by nearby towns of Harrogate and Knaresborough.If you stay during winter,pack the wellies and waterproofs.The local village of Birstwith has shop for essentials and a great dog friendly pub.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Diana
3 Jun, 2019
We thoroughly enjoyed staying at the Dovecote because we like being out in the country.
We thoroughly enjoyed staying at the Dovecote because we like being out in the country. It had all those benefits but only a short drive from Harrogate. If it matters to you the mobile reception is not great but it was much better 200m up the road! The property is close to the owners home but they were friendly without being intrusive so suited us very well
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Louise
26 May, 2019
A comfortable holiday cottage set in beautiful surroundings.
A comfortable holiday cottage set in beautiful surroundings. Only a few miles outside Harrogate, and close to the Yorkshire Dales and North York Moors, an ideal setting for exploring Yorkshire.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Audrey
27 Apr, 2019
very quiet and relaxing holiday ideal for our visit to the Yorkshire show.
very quiet and relaxing holiday ideal for our visit to the Yorkshire show.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Geoffrey
21 Apr, 2019
The cottage is tucked away near the village of Birstwith and within easy reach of Harrogate, Brimham
The cottage is tucked away near the village of Birstwith and within easy reach of Harrogate, Brimham Rocks, Knaresborough and more.
The cottage is very well stocked with provisions on arrival.
The only downside is the unreliable internet connection.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Stephen
14 Apr, 2019
An excellent property which enhanced our stay in the area.
An excellent property which enhanced our stay in the area. I marked it down for local amenities because, apart from a nearby shop it is a drive into Harrogate for most things. On the other hand this is why we chose it - isolation. If we visit the area again this property will be our first port of call.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tony
9 Apr, 2019
A fabulous place to stay.
A fabulous place to stay. Clean, homely & highly recommended. Friendly owners and staff.
Great garden attached and within easy reach of Harrogate and the surrounding countryside.
A thoroughly good place for a break. A*****
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Roberts
8 Apr, 2019
Spent a very relaxing week at The Dovecote which is set in the beautiful grounds of a country estat
Spent a very relaxing week at The Dovecote which is set in the beautiful grounds of a country estate. The cottage was clean, warm and well equipped. The Dovecote is the only holiday let on site and our dog loved roaming around the gardens with us. We visited Fountains Abbey, Brimham Rocks and Malham Cove which are all short drives away as were York, Thirsk, Ripon and Harrogate. We would have been more than happy though to spend most of the time in the stunning gardens. We were warmly welcomed by the owner and were pleasantly surprised by the outstanding welcome pack and fresh flowers in the bedrooms and lounge. The village shop is a drive away but the only real downside was that we couldn't let the dog out on her own for her early morning 'ablutions' . There is no fenced area immediately outside the door and the postman did not heed the 5 mph speed limit!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Michael
5 Apr, 2019
The Dovecote is an exceptional cottage with fantastic hospitality from the owners.
The Dovecote is an exceptional cottage with fantastic hospitality from the owners. We had an amazing holiday over Easter and would thoroughly recommend this cottage to anyone wanting to stay in the future.