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Layhead Farm Cottages Peaceful, pet-friendly holiday cottages in the Yorkshire Dales. Families, couples & groups friendly. Unforgettable. Book direct: www.layhead.co.uk

Welcome to Layhead Farm Cottages — your peaceful Yorkshire Dales retreat! 🌿🐑

Tucked away down a quiet lane near the village of Rathmell, our 18th-century farmhouse and converted stone barns offer the perfect blend of old-world charm and modern comforts. Whether you're escaping for a quiet break or gathering the whole gang for a celebration, we've got you covered. Each of our 8 cosy cottages is fully equipped with quality linen and towels, private gardens, parking, and super-fast fibre broadband (yes, even in the middle of the countryside!). With stunning views across dry stone-walled fields and easy access to the Forest of Bowland, River Ribble, and the famous Three Peaks — this is where relaxation meets adventure. Just three miles from the lovely market town of Settle, and a hop away from pubs, shops, and the iconic Settle-Carlisle Railway, Layhead Farm is your home-from-home in the Dales. Owned and lovingly run by Rosemary Hyslop, Layhead Farm has been welcoming guests for over 20 years — many of whom return time and time again. Come for the views, stay for the peace, and return for the warm Yorkshire welcome. 🏡💛

Well, autumn certainly isn't being shy at Layhead! 🍁❤️Our Virginia creeper has turned the most wonderful shade of red, b...
22/10/2026

Well, autumn certainly isn't being shy at Layhead! 🍁❤️

Our Virginia creeper has turned the most wonderful shade of red, bringing a splash of colour to the old stone walls.

It's amazing how quickly everything changes at this time of year. One minute it's all green, and the next autumn has decided to put on a show!

We think it looks rather lovely. 🍂💚

What's your favourite thing about autumn?

Remember those little gatecrashers at Garden Cottage? 🍄🏡Well, while our two tiny mushrooms seem perfectly happy outside,...
20/10/2026

Remember those little gatecrashers at Garden Cottage? 🍄🏡

Well, while our two tiny mushrooms seem perfectly happy outside, we thought we'd show you what awaits on the other side of the gate!

A comfortable sitting room to put your feet up after a day exploring the Yorkshire Dales, and a welcoming bedroom when it's time to turn in.

Just the sort of place to come back to after an autumn walk, especially when the Yorkshire weather has other ideas! 🍂☕

Sometimes it's the simple pleasures that make a little break away so lovely. 💚

Fancy a stay at Garden Cottage? Take a look at our website:
https://www.layhead.co.uk/

Looks like we've got company again! 🐿️🐿️These two were spotted having a little gathering on one of the mossy stone walls...
18/10/2026

Looks like we've got company again! 🐿️🐿️

These two were spotted having a little gathering on one of the mossy stone walls at Layhead.

One keeping a lookout, while the other appears to be concentrating on something far more important… probably food! 😄

There's always something going on with our local wildlife, even when we think nobody's watching. 🌿💚

What do you reckon these two are plotting?

It seems Garden Cottage has some new residents… 🍄🏡And they've chosen a rather unusual place to make themselves at home!P...
15/10/2026

It seems Garden Cottage has some new residents… 🍄🏡

And they've chosen a rather unusual place to make themselves at home!

Perched right on top of the Garden Cottage gate, these two tiny mushrooms have appeared, apparently quite happy with their new address. 😄

No booking required, no luggage to unpack and a lovely garden view. We can't really blame them!

It's these funny little surprises that make wandering around Layhead such a pleasure. There's always something new to spot if you take a moment to look. 🌿💚

We wonder how long our little gatecrashers will stay! 🍄

Some mornings are worth getting up early for… 🌅🐑The sheep were enjoying the morning sunshine at Layhead, with a little m...
13/10/2026

Some mornings are worth getting up early for… 🌅🐑

The sheep were enjoying the morning sunshine at Layhead, with a little mist still hanging over the fields in the distance.

That beautiful golden light, the quiet countryside and not a lot else happening.

Well, apart from the sheep, of course! 😄💚

One of those lovely moments that makes you stop and appreciate where we are.

Are you an early riser, or would you rather enjoy the view from a cosy cottage window? ☕

What does a proper autumn Sunday look like to you? 🍂🏡A long walk in the Yorkshire Dales.Back to your cottage, boots off,...
11/10/2026

What does a proper autumn Sunday look like to you? 🍂🏡

A long walk in the Yorkshire Dales.

Back to your cottage, boots off, kettle on.

Something good for dinner, nowhere else you need to be and a cosy evening stretching ahead of you. ☕💚

That's one of our favourite things about an autumn break at Layhead, the days are still made for exploring, but coming back and getting cosy is half the pleasure.

Who would you bring with you?

Fancy an autumn stay at Stables? 🍂🏡

Find out more: https://www.layhead.co.uk

Autumn may be arriving… but somebody hasn't got the message. 🌼🍂While the trees around Layhead are beginning to turn gold...
08/10/2026

Autumn may be arriving… but somebody hasn't got the message. 🌼🍂

While the trees around Layhead are beginning to turn gold and orange, these lovely flowers are still putting on quite a show.

That's one of the things we love about this time of year, summer hasn't completely disappeared, while autumn is quietly arriving all around it.

And against an old Yorkshire stone wall, they look rather at home. 💚

Are you ready for autumn, or are you still hanging on to summer? 😊

08/10/2026

Even in the rain, Layhead has its charms ❤️

08/10/2026

“Even in the rain, Layhead has its charms… 🌧️💚”

Just down the road from Layhead… 💚This is our little village of Rathmell, looking particularly lovely in the autumn suns...
06/10/2026

Just down the road from Layhead… 💚

This is our little village of Rathmell, looking particularly lovely in the autumn sunshine.
Dry-stone walls, quiet lanes, fields all around and Holy Trinity Church sitting at the heart of the village.

It’s one of those places where you can simply set off from Layhead for a wander and enjoy being in the countryside, no elaborate plans required. 🥾

Sometimes the quiet places are the nicest ones to discover.

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Layhead Farm Cottages
Rathmell
BD240LH

Telephone

01729 840234

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