High Hall in Appletreewick | Must-See Yorkshire Hot Tub Cottage

About High Hall

High Hall is a Grade II* listed manor house in Appletreewick, right in the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Built in 1535 and extended by Sir William Craven, this historic property has genuine links to the Dick Whittington story. With space for 14 guests across 7 bedrooms, it's perfect for family gatherings where you want to impress the in-laws (or make them jealous).

Set in one acre of stunning grounds, High Hall offers a peaceful escape with lawned gardens, patios, a folly and even a Koi pond. The summerhouse includes a music system and there's a dedicated space for yoga and Pilates. Two pubs within 5 minutes' walk mean you won't go thirsty after exploring the cycling trails and riverside footpaths nearby. The Yorkshire Dales landscape provides the perfect backdrop for outdoor adventures.

The accommodation features 7 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms spread throughout this magnificent building. Inside, you'll find 16ft ceilings in the Great Hall, diamond-shaped stone flag floors and original oak paneling. The kitchen comes equipped with an electric AGA, double oven and hob, while the dining area boasts a substantial refectory table seating all 14 guests comfortably.

Explore Bolton Abbey (5 miles, 15 minutes) with its priory ruins and woodland walks. The Strid, a dramatic river gorge, is perfect for photography enthusiasts. Skipton Castle (10 miles, 25 minutes) offers medieval history, while Malham Cove (15 miles, 30 minutes) provides spectacular limestone formations. Grassington (5 miles, 15 minutes) offers quaint shops and cafés.

High Hall delivers luxury at every turn. Relax in the private hot tub after a day of hiking or simply enjoy the magnificent surroundings. This exceptional property combines historic grandeur with modern comforts.

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Need To Know

✓Oil central heating with two wood-burning stoves
✓ Infra-red panel radiant heating to the top floors
✓ Electric AGA, double oven, electric hob, microwave, drawer fridge, drawer freezer, large fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, 2 x dishwashers
✓ Smart TV's with Freeview, DVD, Bluetooth speakers, radio, WiFi, selection of books, games, toys
✓ All fuel and power incl in rent
✓ Supply of logs on honesty box basis
✓ Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓ Cot and highchair available
✓ Off road parking for 7 cars
✓ Lockable bike storage and maintenance facilities
✓ Enclosed, lawned garden with patios, folly, koi pond and furniture
✓ Summerhouse with music system and studio space available for yoga and pilates
✓ Hot tub
✓ No dogs sorry
✓ No smoking
✓ Two popular pubs within 5 minutes walk
✓ Shops 5 miles
✓ Note; Check in time 4PM
✓ Please note: No hen or stag parties

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What Guests Love

Discover why our guests keep coming back to High Hall

Historic Character

Built in 1535 with 16ft ceilings, diamond-shaped stone flags and original oak paneling, the authentic Tudor atmosphere wows everyone who stays.

Spacious Gardens

One acre of beautiful grounds featuring lawned areas, patios, a folly, Koi pond and summerhouse. Perfect for outdoor relaxation.

Luxury Hot Tub

Guests love unwinding in the private hot tub after exploring the Yorkshire Dales. It's the perfect way to end each day.

Perfect Location

Two pubs within 5 minutes' walk and stunning countryside all around. The ideal base for exploring the Yorkshire Dales.

High-Quality Furnishings

Consistently praised for top-quality furniture, accessories and linen. Everything is immaculately maintained.

Fully Equipped Kitchen

The kitchen with electric AGA, double oven and hob makes catering for large groups easy and enjoyable.

Getting To High Hall

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach High Hall by car, take the B6160 towards Appletreewick in the Yorkshire Dales National Park. The property is located within the village and has parking available for multiple vehicles.

By Train

For rail travelers, the nearest station is Skipton, approximately 10 miles from Appletreewick. From there, you'll need to take a taxi to complete your journey to High Hall.

Off-road parking available

Skipton station (10 miles)

Accessible via B6160

Attractions & More Nearby

Everything you need within easy reach

Bolton Abbey

Distance: 5 miles

BD23 6EX

Skipton Castle

Distance: 10 miles

BD23 1AW

Malham Cove

Distance: 15 miles

BD23 4DJ

River Wharfe Footpath

Distance: 0.2 miles

BD23 6DA

The Strid Woodland Trail

Distance: 5 miles

BD23 6AN

Grassington Moor Circuit

Distance: 5 miles

BD23 5LB

Grassington Village Shops

Distance: 5 miles

BD23 5LB

Skipton High Street

Distance: 10 miles

BD23 1JH

Ilkley Town Centre

Distance: 12 miles

LS29 8HB

Dales Bike Centre

Distance: 15 miles

DL11 6AW

Kilnsey Park Estate

Distance: 8 miles

BD23 5PS

Parcevall Hall Gardens

Distance: 3 miles

BD23 6DE

Bolton Abbey

Distance: 5 miles

BD23 6EX

Skipton Castle

Distance: 10 miles

BD23 1AW

Malham Cove

Distance: 15 miles

BD23 4DJ

River Wharfe Footpath

Distance: 0.2 miles

BD23 6DA

The Strid Woodland Trail

Distance: 5 miles

BD23 6AN

Grassington Moor Circuit

Distance: 5 miles

BD23 5LB

Grassington Village Shops

Distance: 5 miles

BD23 5LB

Skipton High Street

Distance: 10 miles

BD23 1JH

Ilkley Town Centre

Distance: 12 miles

LS29 8HB

Dales Bike Centre

Distance: 15 miles

DL11 6AW

Kilnsey Park Estate

Distance: 8 miles

BD23 5PS

Parcevall Hall Gardens

Distance: 3 miles

BD23 6DE

Is High Hall Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families

Kids will love exploring the one-acre garden with its Koi pond and folly. The games room provides entertainment during rainy days. Public footpaths along the river offer family-friendly walks and Bolton Abbey (5 miles away) has excellent picnic spots and shallow river sections for paddling. The spacious house gives children room to play.

For Couples

High Hall offers couples luxurious spaces with original Tudor features and modern comforts. The private hot tub is perfect for romantic evenings under the stars. Two local pubs within walking distance provide cosy dinner options. The summerhouse with music system creates a perfect setting for intimate moments, while the yoga space offers peaceful relaxation together.

Pet Friendly

High Hall does not allow pets on the property. This policy helps maintain the historic features and high standards of cleanliness throughout the Grade II* listed building. Guests looking for pet-friendly accommodation should consider alternative options in the Yorkshire Dales area.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at High Hall

The Craven Arms

Located 0.2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: BD23 6DA

The New Inn

Located 0.3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: BD23 6DA

Tea on the Green

Located 5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: BD23 5LB

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about High Hall

Does High Hall have a hot tub?

Yes, High Hall features a private hot tub in its outdoor space. It's perfect for relaxing after exploring the Yorkshire Dales, regardless of the season.

Is High Hall pet friendly?

No, High Hall does not allow pets on the property. This helps maintain the high standards of cleanliness and preservation of the historic features.

How many people can stay at High Hall?

High Hall accommodates up to 14 guests across 7 bedrooms. The property also has 6 bathrooms, making it ideal for large family gatherings or groups of friends.

What historical significance does High Hall have?

Built in 1535 and extended by Sir William Craven, High Hall has links to the Dick Whittington story. It's a Grade II* listed building with original features including oak paneling and mullioned windows.

Are there any pubs or shops nearby?

There are two pubs within a 5-minute walk of High Hall in Appletreewick. The nearest shops are approximately 5 miles away, so it's advisable to bring essentials with you.

What outdoor space does High Hall offer?

High Hall sits in one acre of grounds featuring lawned gardens, patios, a folly, Koi pond and a summerhouse with a music system. There's also a dedicated space for yoga and Pilates.

What entertainment facilities are available at High Hall?

High Hall provides Smart TVs with Freeview, Bluetooth speakers and WiFi throughout. There's also a games room for additional entertainment options.

What time is check-in at High Hall?

Check-in at High Hall is from 4 PM onwards. The property has a strict no smoking policy and does not allow hen or stag parties.

High Hall Reviews

We spent a week at High Hall and it was perfect for our group 12 from 3 families. It worked out we had a wing each with the configuration of the bedrooms and bathrooms. The space in the house and gardens was amazing and there were plenty of pans crockery and glasses etc. The hot tub was a hit and got much use. The location suited us as we wanted to hike and the local information provided by the hosts was valuable to plan our walks and where to eat on route. Plus the 2 pubs just down the road was ideal. Definitely recommend.

Kasthuri

We had a great stay but the ice box didn't work so we had to buy our own ice, and the filter of the hot tub also wasn't the best either to clean the water.

A stunning property that felt extra special at the time of year as it had been dressed for Christmas. Very spacious but still cosy, clean and comfortable for the 10 of us that stayed there. Bonus that there are 2 great pubs within a few minutes walk of High Hall. Can sometimes take a while to get used to the quirks and foibles of an unfamiliar property and its facilities but we had most things sorted within a few hours. We all said we would want to return and Im sure we will follow up on this.

Louise

This was genuinely the best family Christmas we could have ever wished for. The house is immaculate, and furnished and equipped to such a high standard, it has everything you need and more. My family travelled from Sheffield, Cambridge and Qatar and we stayed for three nights over Christmas and had a wonderful time, the house, the incredible Christmas tree and all the attention to detail made it just magical. Thank you Ken for being the perfect host and for the opportunity to stay in your beautiful family home.

Jacqueline

We booked two nights one full day at High hall. The fully equipped kitchen and comfortable lounge suited us well. However the fire alarm going off at 1615 caused a lot worry but we were told this might have been triggered by 'dust or a cobweb'................. being woken at 0215 with it sounding again was really disturbing with family members rushing downstairs to escape . Also I hadn't got my 500 bond returned within 7 days and had to send 2 emails before it was deposited 11 days after we left . Both incidents took the shine off what should have been a wonderful stay.

Rosina

Had a wonderful holiday in beautiful house and gardens. Spacious rooms for family and immaculately clean. Terrific.

An outstanding property, very well equipped with top quality furniture and accessories. We expected a garden showing signs of having been used but it was immaculate. Our hope is that it remains available for a visit next year. Our only gripe was the difficulties experienced in communicating with Sykes Cottages prior to the visit

Trevor

FABULOUS LOCATION GARDEN OUTSIDE SPACE QUIRKY, HOUSE AND QUALITY LINEN AND FURNITURE GREAT THINGS BATHROOMS BEDROOMS SUPER COMFY BEDS LOUNGES HOT TUB KITCHEN ETC ETC ETC NOT SO GOOD OUTSIDE BBQ EATING AREA QUITE SCRUFFY LACK OFCOMFORTABLE OUTSIDE SEATING POSSIBLY LOUNGERS AND TABLE, MORE NOTICEABLE ON HOT DAYS, WHICH WE HAD A FEW! OVERALL AN AMAZING 9.510

Charlotte

We had an absolutely fantastic stay at High Hall! The facilities are immaculate, the rooms are beautifully furnished and every detail is perfect. Fantastic!

Andrew

My family had a great stay at High Hall, enjoying the house and its lovely location. The property and local information provided by the owner was also great and helped made our stay relaxing and enjoyable. High Hall is a unique and special place, that myself and my family will fondly remember.

Christina

Fabulous property for a group stay. Very comfortable. Lots of bathrooms. Our castle for the weekend.

Louise

Lovely well equipped propertya real home from home!

What an amazing house. We had such a good stay at High Hall everything was perfect. The Christmas tree was stunning and really made us feel festive.

High Hall is a wonderful place. We had a great time, lots of space, all rooms are lovely and well equipped. Lots of stairs!! Garden lovely and a welcome hot tub after being out all day. Beds are comfy and bathrooms great, no problems with water or pressure despite so many bathrooms. We loved the historic feel of the main rooms and corridors, it is a beautiful building.

We have loved staying at High Hall. The house is very well equipped. Wifi strong and reliable too. We particularly enjoyed eating in the dining room and making the most of the galleried hall and cosy sitting room. The gardens are beautiful and well cared for.

Robert

A truly excellent property which caters for all needs. We can highly recommend High Hall.

Timothy

High Hall is a fabulous house with a depth and aura of history. It is beautifully maintained and equipped providing luxury and comfort to those who visit. We all had an excellent time during our stay enjoying the comfort and space. An ideal house for a family gathering. One tiny gripe was that we felt the signage slightly OTT but fully appreciate the reasons for it.

Shelagh

A historic old property sympathetically restored and with all mod cons. A beautiful, warm and comfortable home which the owners used to live in and now ideal for a large family holiday.

Anthony

Excellent, period property. Very luxurious , great location. Only issue for me was a lack of hot water for one shower but it was ok the next time.

Virginia

Yet another fantastic stay at High Hall. You think of everything to make it an excellent holiday property. This has been our fourth visit, but the first time I have booked independently.

Dorothy

We was a group of ladies between the age of 57 to 80 celebrating a 60th birthday and we where blown away by High Hall, it certainly exceeded our expectations. Thank you for allowing us to stay. Not a criticism just a suggestion, it would be good if when you next change the beds not that they need changing consider them to be able to go into singles.

Fantastic venue, couldnt recommend it enough to others!

Andrew

Our stay at High Hall was a terrific success we hoped for comfort, space, and a touch of luxury, and we found all three in spades. You know those estate agent's pictures taken with wideangle lenses that leave you feeling disappointed when you arrive? Well, High Hall is the opposite you walk in through the front door and it unfolds and reveals itself as you explore, with a sense of spaciousness everywhere. The owners have refurbished and equipped the house sensitively, finding just the right balance between preserving its historic character and providing comfort and modern convenience. There's something to enjoy in every room, often in every nook and cranny, and much to enjoy in the outside space and facilities too. Our party enjoyed the hot tub on a freezing winter night, for example. It's a great place for a family or friends gathering enough large wellequipped rooms for everyone to gather together, but also with enough space, and large rooms, for anyone to find peace and quiet in a corner when they need it. Be prepared for a bit of quirkiness it's been standing a long time, and it's Grade 2 listed for good reasons, pay attention to the incredibly detailed care and guidance prepared by the owners, and the house will repay you. It's in a beautiful location, too, and we were blessed with glorious winter weather, but there's no chance you'd feel claustrophobic if bad weather kept you indoors. We were praying we'd be snowed in at the end of our week, but alas, we had to leave.

The nine of us in the group thought High Hall was fantastic, marvellous and all that everyone has said in the reviews on the Sykes web page BUT the sofas in both lounges are shot at, done, finished and are in urgent need of replacing. None of us were comfortable sitting on them and this was disappointing and in complete contrast to the quality of the rest of the house. The only other problem was the lack of privacy in the ensuite room where there isn't a door on the bathroom. If a door is too difficult to fit what about a curtain on a pole which would go some way to separate the room from the bedroom?

Such a privilege to stay in a unique property clearly much loved by the owners, in a beautiful area of the countryside.

Laurence

Fantastic historic property. Ideal for a large party of friends or family. We had a wonderful time and we're blown away by the character and space in the house.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at High Hall. It is a beautiful building and must have taken a lot of effort and expense to restore it to its present standard. All bedrooms are extremely well furnished and each room has its own individual character. The kitchen is very well equipped and the reception rooms are very comfortable. It has a very well maintained garden with fantastic views. Quite rightly, the owners take great pride in their home and went out their way to ensure that we had an enjoyable visit.

We had a wonderful week at High Hall. The house and gardens are beautiful, the facilities are excellent, it's in a lovely location and the owners were very helpful and responsive. I would gladly stay there again.

This property is amazing everything you could want in life 3 generations of my ... This property is amazing everything you could want in life 3 generations of my family stayed here they did not want to go home George the youngest age 4 said he doesnt want any more toys he will save his money to stay here again bless him clean comfortable easy walking to burnsall welcome pack when you arrive honestly no words can describe how lovely this house is thankyou so much Mrs D Watkins

This is a wonderful home and property and we were very happy with everything! Modern kitchen and bathrooms but the history of the house is preserved beautifully. Wonderful views and gardens and we enjoyed yoga in the studio, croquet on the lawn and beautiful walks in the countryside! Would highly recommend this house and we would love to stay there again!!!

Andrea

Once again a fabulous weekend for our group of 12! Fun times and great memories were made, both local pubs are wonderful and as always the house and gardens were to die for!

Excellant weekend break. All went very well. Superb hall.

Brenda Victoria

Ken and Elizabeth have managed to transform a wonderful ,grand old house into a welcoming comfortable home with all the modern amenities without losing any of the wow factor and period features, quite an achievement. This beautiful house in such a lovely village made our special weekend truly memorable.

Stephanie

Staying at High Hall was such a wonderful experience. We had the best Christmas we've ever had as a family. Built in 1535, High Hall has a rich history, including links with Sir William Craven, who's career is widely regarded as one of the inspirations for the story of Dick Whittington. From its huge fireplaces, to its characterful beams... we loved every inch of this amazing house. And it snowed It was lovely to live in a time capsule for a few days. Shame that eventually, we had to go back to reality. Can't wait to book this again!

Jonathan

High Hall was a superb place for a weeklong celebration for my 60th. The facilities are incredible....indeed the photos don't do justice to the unique historic nature of the property. The kitchen and all the bedrooms are superbly equipped. The garden is wonderful although in midwinter we only really made best use of the hot tub. The owner had decorated the house for Christmas and there was a plentiful supply of logs for the fires...we were even too hot! It's in a great position for bracing walks along the Dales Way and up Simon's Seat, two great pubs and access to market towns like Grassington, Skipton and of course Harrogate. We and all our guests absolutely loved it and the owners were extremely helpful on the odd occasion we needed them.

Natalie

Amazing house. Every detail considered. We had such a fabulous week with three generations in ones house from 15 months to 71. Stunning location with lots to do. Great hosts. Would love to stay again sometime.

Michael

The perfect retreat in an outstanding Yorkshire Dales setting. High Hall perfectly blends an unrivalled sense of historic country living with modern comforts and luxurious touches. In one place, you can choose whether you want a getting away from it all experience or an intimate one with others.

Absolutely amazing! We stayed here with our families for our wedding which was at the tithe barn Bolton abbey. It was the perfect setting to get ready, photos, and relaxing after the wedding. The house itself is beautiful and the owners had really thought of everything. We didnt want to leave! Thank you for being great hosts!

Amanda

Am absolutely beautiful home not just a houseto stay in with lots of space for everyone. Loads to do both inside the house and nearby even without using a car at all .

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High Hall, Appletreewick

About High Hall

Need To Know

More Cottages With Hot Tubs You May Like

What Guests Love

Historic Character

Spacious Gardens

Luxury Hot Tub

Perfect Location

High-Quality Furnishings

Fully Equipped Kitchen

Getting To High Hall

By Car

By Train

Attractions & More Nearby

Is High Hall Right For You?

For Families

For Couples

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

The Craven Arms

The New Inn

Tea on the Green

Frequently Asked Questions

Location Name

High Hall Reviews