Layhead Farm Cottages

Name: Layhead Farm Cottages
Address: Layhead Farm Cottages, Rathmell, BD240LH, GB
Telephone: 01729 840234

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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. 🏡💛

13/11/2026

A little visitor with a big adventure to share! 🥾💚

We absolutely love hearing what our younger guests enjoy most about their holidays at Layhead.

And seven-year-old Joseph had a very definite favourite!

"I love the house and farm. My favourite things were White Scar caves."

What a lovely review! 😊

With so much to explore around the Yorkshire Dales, from underground caves to beautiful countryside walks, there's plenty to keep curious young adventurers entertained.

And it's always nice to know that coming back to Layhead is part of the fun too.

Thank you, Joseph. We're so pleased you enjoyed your stay! 💚

11/11/2026

Shall we see where this leads? 👀

Come for a little wander down one of Settle’s ginnels - the narrow passageways tucked between the stone buildings.

It’s these little corners that make exploring on foot such a pleasure. There’s always something you might have walked straight past otherwise.

Are you someone who has to see what’s down a little passage like this? 😊

09/11/2026

A little colour over Settle. 🌈

This lovely rainbow was captured earlier in the year. Too cheerful to leave tucked away in the photo collection.

Grey skies can have their rewards, especially when the sunshine finds its way through.

One to brighten your day, wherever you’re joining us from. 💚

06/11/2026

Settle’s Market Square. ❤️

Poppies wind around the stone column, with more gathered at its base. A lovely community display as Remembrance Sunday approaches.

A moment to pause during a wander through town.

We will remember them.

03/11/2026

Blue skies, golden leaves and Yorkshire stone catching the sunshine. 🍂

A few little glimpses of Settle looking lovely in the autumn light. From the Parish Church to Victoria Hall and the handsome frontage of Marshfield House.

When you’re staying at Layhead, leave a little time for a wander around town. Sometimes it’s nice to put the walking boots aside, take things slowly and stop for a cuppa. ☕

Where’s your favourite place to pause in Settle?

29/10/2026

Step inside Cobblestones 🏡💚

Join us for a quick 16-second wander around one of our cottages here at Layhead.

After a day exploring the Yorkshire Dales, it’s a cosy spot to put your feet up and unwind. And if your holiday plans involve a slower start and very little on the agenda, that sounds lovely too. 😊

Take a look around, then find out more:
https://www.layhead.co.uk/

25/10/2026

A little bit of magic before the world wakes up… 🌙✨

What a beautiful sight from the garden of Garden Cottage at dawn.

A delicate crescent moon, a bright star shining above and the first golden glow of morning appearing beyond the old stone garden gate. 💛

There's something rather special about those quiet moments at Layhead, when the countryside is still asleep and a new day is just beginning.

Sometimes it's worth getting up a little earlier… even if there's a cup of tea involved afterwards! ☕😊

Are you an early bird, or would you rather be tucked up in bed at this hour? 💚

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?

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/

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?

Address

Layhead Farm Cottages
Rathmell
BD240LH

Telephone

01729 840234

Website

https://www.layhead.co.uk/

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