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Oughtershaw Hall

Oughtershaw Hall

4.9
out of 5
Ratings from 31 reviews
100% of guests
recommend
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.9
Location
4.9
Value
4.9
Customer
Service
5.0

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The magnificent detached country estate of Oughtershaw Hall rests in splendid isolation within the heart of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. The property may date back to the 1600s, but don’t let this noble stone pile deceive you. Within its most Yorkshire of stone walls is more than the odd 21st-century surprise, non-more so than its own private heated swimming pool.


The perfect large country house to rent for all the family, sleeping up to 16 guests at one time. Escape to peace, tranquillity & natural beauty with this unforgettable luxury retreat.

A Beautiful Historical home to enjoy with your family in stunning surroundings

Review submitted on Wed, 10 Jan 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
This was our first time at Oughtershaw Hall and we had an amazing time. The home is absolutely stunning with spacious rooms to accommodate everyone. Its a grand space with a cozy atmosphere. The team that look after the property are friendly and helpful. The house has amazing grounds which can be enjoyed all year round. If your looking for some where special to make happy memories Oughtershaw will not disappoint!



Ideal location & for family get together

Review submitted on Sun, 07 Jan 2024
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
This house is in a beautiful setting. With 40 acres of amazing landscape with walks, it has something every day. We went over New Year, but could see in spring and summer it would be fantastic. It has ample living and bedrooms so great for get togethers with break up spaces. Well equipped kitchen and well stocked for cosy fires. House was fairly warm though main bedroom a tad cooler! The super swimming pool was in daily use and a great success.
Remember toiletries as there is only hand wash ( it’s always a pain to take your own as accidents can happen in the toilet bag!)
Ben was fantastic- helpful, knowledgeable and so pleasant- a real asset.
We all had a wonderful time together and made great memories in a country house straight out of a classic book- think Wuthering Heights or Styles!!



Oughtershaw Hall

Review submitted on Tue, 05 Dec 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
The Hall was a fantastic place to stay,the facilities were great and the location was stunning.
Ben was excellent in everything he did



Magical

Review submitted on Mon, 04 Dec 2023
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
All I can say is… it was magical.
All I can say is… it was magical.
All I can say is… it was magical.





The most stunning property and location

Review submitted on Tue, 17 Oct 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
This property is outstanding along with the location and grounds it sits in.
We are a large family catering for needs from an 88 year old to 6 month old baby and we did not want for anything.
The facilities were excellent with the added benefit of swimming pool and sauna .
The property was spotlessley clean and very comfortable ,there was also ample parking.
Ben who met us at the property was great ,he explained everything to us and even produced a bottle of wine as it was my sisters 60th Birthday celebration weekend.
We would have no hesitation to book again and we are actually planning for next year,
I would also suggest for Sunday lunch to go to The George Inn which is about 5 miles away




A wonderful experience from start to finish. Excellent venue and customer service. Fabulous Venue!!!

Review submitted on Thu, 28 Sep 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
The most amazing weekend!! Oughtershaw is the most stunning venue, and we will definitely be back.
All of the rooms are individual and have their own character. Every single person in our group was stunned by how beautiful the hall was, the grounds and the hall are breath taking. Everything was super clean, the beds were really comfy and to have a sauna and a pool was amazing. We were all excited about the weekend and kept looking at the video and pictures, I can honestly say the pictures on the website just don't do it justice. It's more fabulous in reality.

I would also like to say that from my initial contact with Tara and the welcome received from Ben, I could not fault the personal customer service. 5 star if not more!



Great Holiday

Review submitted on Fri, 01 Sep 2023
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We enjoyed our family time together at the lovely Oughtershaw Hall. There was always plenty to do, from water volleyball in the stunning pool, walking round the gardens, playing games in the cellar, sitting by the fire chatting, barbecuing, playing board games, sweating it out in the sauna, watching the wild life in the garden, playing football, gathering round for family meals and a wonderful place to have a treasure hunt! The facilities were super, luxuriously warm everything so well stocked. We enjoyed some scenic walks (one in the rain and some in the dry) and it was always lovely to return to the welcoming Hall with only the sheep to disturb if we were laughing too loudly! Ben was very helpful, respectful and unobtrusive. We have all come home with some marvellous family memories.



Going wild in the wild

Review submitted on Fri, 02 Jun 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We had a wonderful half term family holiday with our children, partners and six grandchildren aged between 14 and 2. The gardens were safe and accessible for all ages, the swimming pool kept everyone happy. We all had an amazing time.



Wow!

Review submitted on Tue, 16 May 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
It's hard to put into words how fantastic our stay here was, from initial booking, answering all our question (Tara thank you), the check in with Ben (so friendly and welcoming) and our perfect weekend we honestly couldn't have asked for a better time. The house is beautiful, high spec all round, although the images are gorgeous it is even more beautiful in person, we had 15 in our group and everyone had the best time. The pool is amazing, the grounds are beautiful, there wasn't anything that wasn't perfect.
We had the pleasure of having John in as a private chef from grassington house and that blew us away, absolutely brilliant company and food. We can't wait to book again, it's definitely somewhere we feel we could return over and over and never get bored. Thank you!



value for money

Review submitted on Mon, 27 Feb 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We expected a high standard from the information supplied before booking. Our party arrived in 5 cars throughout Friday evening. As each group entered the door the look of amazement and delight at the layout and quality of the first room was joy to behold. That look continued throughout the subsequent tour of the house. Every detail has been considered and executed to provide a quality result. I would recommend anyone to enjoy the space and comfort that this property can provide.



Another fantastay

Review submitted on Tue, 20 Dec 2022
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
This is the 2nd stay at this wonderful place. Absolutely fantastic house with great facilities. The pool & sauna were even better in the cold weather. The caretaker Ben was amazing, nothing too much trouble he even came to help did the cars out when we had a dump snow. This added to our enjoyment and the Christmas season. We hope to return very soon.



Memorable family gathering

Review submitted on Mon, 28 Nov 2022
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Family from around the globe gathered at Outershaw Hall to celebrate Mum's 90th birthday. From the minute we arrived and were welcomed by Ben, to our leaving and once again chatting with him, we all had a wonderful time. With ages ranging from 18 to 90 there was something for everyone, meeting in the evenings for dinner in the kitchen/dining/lounge area: a space so perfect for us that many of the other ground floor rooms were never used.

The bedrooms were all comfortable, with lovely views, and the bathrooms spotlessly clean and warm. The kitchen was well equipped with all we could possibly need, and we made good use of the sauna, swimming pool and games room.

We enjoyed lunches at The George in Hubberholme, and the wonderful walks right on the doorstep.

The welcome basket and bubbly were an unexpected and much appreciated surprise. Thank you for a most enjoyable and memorable stay.



A repeat visit - just as good as, if not better than, the previous ones.

Review submitted on Fri, 25 Nov 2022
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We have visited Oughtershaw Hall several times over the last few years. A group of 16 friends coming together for a week in a splendid property in a lovely part of the world.

We made full use of all of the excellent facilities - swimming pool, sauna, games room, thoroughly enjoying ourselves. Now, with a covered walk way through to the swimming pool, there's no need to brave the elements going for a swim.

The surrounding countryside has many excellent walks, good pubs, great views and, is in God's Own County, who could ask for more.

The bedrooms are warm, airy, comfortable, clean and tidy.

Cooking facilities can exercise the organisation of Sunday Lunch somewhat challenging, but a large lunch was served to everyone's satisfaction.

Help is on hand should there be problems, Ben is a real asset. Always cheerful, happy to oblige, and rapidly responsive if there are problems.

All in all, a great week (again) in a great property.

Would we go back again? A resounding "Yes, most definitely".



Weekend reunion with university friends

Review submitted on Tue, 04 Oct 2022
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Fantastic accommodation in a very beautiful location. Everything about Oughtershaw hall requires superlatives to describe:
Decor, furnishings, comfort, kitchen, bathrooms, pool, sauna, views- all absolutely amazing.
Customer service was excellent before and on arrival. We had a thoroughly relaxing and restorative stay!



Fun for all the family

Review submitted on Tue, 20 Sep 2022
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Just returned from an amazing family weekend at Oughtershaw Hall for my mums surprise 70th. The perfect venue for our party of 16.
The property was very grand with plenty of room for our party of various ages to all feel comfortable and enjoy the house and the impressive and well maintained grounds.
The house was lovely and clean, extremely well equipped and the pool and sauna were the icing on the cake.
Ben met us on arrival, he was very helpful and was only a phone call away if needed.
The welcome hamper, flowers and champagne were a lovely touch.
A fabulous weekend was had by all, lots of great memories made and we hope to return again in the future.
Thanks for having us





Family get together, (delayed) birthday celebrations, and big hills

Review submitted on Sat, 20 Aug 2022
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
It's hard to imagine a more perfect setting for a family gathering. We got everyone together for Granma Dawn's 80th (two years late due to Covid) and the first time her family had all been together for over 20 years. The first reaction from everyone was 'this place is amazing' and so it proved. The layout, decor, fixtures and fittings all contributed to the atmosphere of relaxation, celebration, and togetherness; the pool and sauna provided that little touch of luxury; while the setting in the Dales gave some of us exhilarating (and sometimes breathless) views from the saddles of our bikes. We will definitely be back.



A wonderful home.

Review submitted on Fri, 05 Aug 2022
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Such a beautiful property. Our 3rd visit, need I say more. 3 generations in one place with so much space and comfort. Something for everyone to do. I cannot recommend it highly enough



Fantastic house and gardens for a family get together

Review submitted on Fri, 15 Jul 2022
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
3 generations getting together for family holiday - ages 13 to 88. Loved the space in the house and the mix of original features with modern upgrade. Really clean with everything you could need. Extremely comfortable with plenty of space inside (several living rooms) and outside. Beautiful gardens and surrounding location stunning. We had a chef with us and the large kitchen worked perfectly for great family dining. Great cycling and walking from the doorstep though walking best if you drive a couple of miles first. Swimming pool was 12m and lovely and clean / fresh



Stunning

Review submitted on Mon, 06 Jun 2022
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We had a fabulous family time away. The house and gardens are beautiful maintained and cared for, the views are stunning. We all loved the pool and temperature was perfect for all. The beds are all comfortable and we slept well. The WiFi is really good in the house. The chip shop in Hawes was a winner and the ice cream shop was a great treat.



Wonderful house in a fabulous location

Review submitted on Mon, 25 Apr 2022
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We were a party of 15 aged between 6 months and 73 and it met all our needs perfectly. The house is great, impressive but also homely and the kitchen equipment was excellent.
The pool was a perfect temperature for little while ones to splash around with the added bonus of huge inflatable ducks! There was even an automatic inflator provided.
We loved the location and were blessed with sunny weather to explore.
We definitely plan to return!



Beyond our high expectations!

Review submitted on Tue, 29 Mar 2022
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
This beautiful property is just breathtaking, it is so welcoming & enfolds you like a warm hug. It is well equipped & very luxurious from the beautiful linens & towels to the cutlery & place mats, everything has been considered & executed very well. Ours was a family stay 5 siblings & partners staying under the same roof for the 1st time in 55 years. There is sufficient space that being together or seeking solace alone is seamless. The pool & sauna leave you feeling like you are at a luxury spa & we were lucky enough to have the weather to make the most of the bbq & patio. We enjoyed our stay so much that we have decided to make an annual event of a spring break together and cannot imagine anyone being disappointed with this jewel of the Yorkshire Dales.



Fabulous place.

Review submitted on Sun, 20 Mar 2022
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We stayed at Oughtershaw Hall for a family get together for us, our children and our grandchildren…..age range 70 down to 4 year olds. The property was ideal as it catered for everyone, with huge gardens the children loved playing in, a little games room in the cellar (should the weather be inclement) with a football table, air hockey table and a child friendly dartboard, lovely indoor swimming pool and a sauna. With 3 separate living rooms as well as a huge kitchen there was enough room to not feel on top of each other. Had we stayed longer we would have explored some of the walks in the beautiful surrounding countryside. We would love to stay again but as our family is rapidly expanding we may sadly exceed their occupancy capacity soon. Highly recommended!!



A relaxed long weekend with a group of friends staying in an exceptional property

Review submitted on Sun, 20 Mar 2022
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Our first stay at Oughtershaw Hall was a truly wonderful experience. The Hall is set in beautiful, tranquil surroundings with views of the river from the back of the house and walks on the doorstep. Each room has it's own character with working fireplaces creating a warm, comfortable atmosphere. An added bonus is the heated swimming pool and sauna. The kitchen is well equipped with everything you could possibly need to create a dinner party. The manager, Ben, couldn't be more friendly and helpful and he only lives 5 minutes away if anything should arise. We couldn't fault our visit here - we'll be back!!



Oughtershaw hall

Review submitted on Mon, 07 Feb 2022
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
3.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Absolutely loved oughtershaw hall beautiful building with stunning rooms kitchen to die for loads of room very comfortable beds all rooms lovely and warm everything and more in the kitchen lovely welcome hamper and Ben who showed my son in law around and printed name sheets for the bedroom doors and Tara who has been most helpful through out the bookings would definitely recommend this property without a doubt



Our 3rd visit to Oughtershaw Hall and we don't tire of it.

Review submitted on Tue, 09 Nov 2021
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We have been visiting Wharfedale for c. 40 years. A family of 5 has increased to 16 in that time and so Oughtershaw Hall is ideal for special family holidays. A 40th birthday in 2017, Christmas 2018 and the recent half-term to celebrate our Golden Wedding. Obviously it is not cheap but for a large family or several smaller groups It is not expensive - if that makes sense!

The facilities are superb and there is oodles of space and several reception rooms to permit a quiet moment if needed. The ability to all eat together, the log fires, the pool, the sauna - need I say more.

Ben takes great pride in keeping the house and surrounds in good order and is only a phone call away in the event of a problem.

Great walking can be had from the house or is just a stones throw away.

A very special place. We have already booked another Christmas!



An outstanding property in a magic location

Review submitted on Wed, 03 Nov 2021
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
For the ultimate in luxury in a wonderful location where you can enjoy peace and quiet with family or friends look no further !
This beautifully restored Hall is in an area which has probably seen little change in several hundred years and is ideal for walking
If you have a chance of going to Oughtershaw Hall take it !



Mrs Hopwood-Casson

Review submitted on Mon, 27 Sep 2021
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
An amazing house with the most superb facilities. We booked the house the accomodate our now very large close family to celebrate our Golden Wedding. We couldn't have asked for a more perfect location and young and old made full use of the fabulous pool and sauna. With an age range of 86 years to 5 months its a big ask to find the right place to suit everyone but we certainly managed it.



Oughtershaw revisited!

Review submitted on Fri, 03 Sep 2021
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
A second visit to this beautiful house did not fail to disappoint! The grandchildren had spoken of nothing else for weeks before we arrived. The swimming pool is such a hit - parents dragged along to supervise three times a day! Two of the youngest overcame their apprehension and achieved success swimming unaided. Great country for the triathletes, great walks,great river for messing about in - it really is a wonderful location. The house itself is so well appointed - everything you need for a great relaxing week. Ben most welcoming and able to help with any queries. All in all just a great place for the gathering of the clan!



Superb property in idyllic location

Review submitted on Tue, 10 Aug 2021
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
A wonderful property, packed with facilities and huge amounts of space to spread out in. Lovely walks on the doorstep, indoor pool and sauna, bluetooth enabled sound systems, amazing views and plenty of outdoors spaces.



A marvellous place for a largish family gathering in a beautiful part of Yorkshire

Review submitted on Mon, 07 Jun 2021
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Eleven members of the family (7 adults & 4 children) spent a week for some senior birthdays in this lovely hall, where I had stayed for two weeks in 1952. My memories of a very happy holiday many years ago were not disabused by a return visit, not just because it now has electricity and hot water! The house is as magnificent as ever, but the big difference is that it has been extensively but tastefully modernised inside and most of the old features of the family who originally owned the house have been retained. There are several large rooms and a massive well fitted kitchen. All eight bedrooms are spacious and beds are very comfortable. Four are en suite and bathrooms are large. The large terrace is excellent for eating outside with views down Oughtershaw Beck, (not just eating - barbecuing, drinking and loafing and just enjoying the serenity). The garden is long and slopes down to the beck, but croquet is playable if not up to Hurlingham standards. It is a great place for walks and wildlife. (Spotted flycatchers abound). There is a heated indoor pool in the coach house, much used by young and old. Ben, the house manager is very helpful in explaining everything and helping with problems. It is simply a wonderful place and I really can not fault it.



A dream house in an amazing location.

Review submitted on Mon, 28 Dec 2020
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Fantastic house in a stunning location, on a dark night the sky is so big with no light pollution.
The house was warm immaculately clean with plentiful supply of kitchen utensils for cooking a celebration meal.
Ben the house manager very helpful and keen to make our stay special. Ben had the log burners roaring for our arrival which was a lovely touch.
The swimming pool was a massive hit with the children.
What a special house, can’t wait to return.