Woodpecker Lodge | Gargrave | Bank Newton | Yorkshire Dales

4.8★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets No
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher

Reviews & Ratings

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Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

46 Customer Review(s)

Ruth
October 2024

“A beautifully presented lodge with a beautiful setting.”

Very peaceful. Immaculate inside. Very comfortable beds and perfect for our needs. Loved watching the wildlife on the riverbank, especially the kingfisher. We had a lovely week, will definitely be booking again and would recommend this lodge to anyone thinking about booking it. Only thing I would suggest is maybe some small signage on roadside to help locate Milton Park (we drove past a few times till we actually saw it!

Very peaceful. Immaculate inside. Very comfortable beds and perfect for our needs. Loved watching the wildlife on the riverbank, especially the kingfisher. We had a lovely week, will definitely be booking again and would recommend this lodge to anyone thinking about booking it. Only thing I would suggest is maybe some small signage on roadside to help locate Milton Park (we drove past a few times till we actually saw it!

- Ruth, October 2024
Norma September 2024

“First impressions were very good.”

Very clean inside the chalet, lovely position of the chalet overlooking the river and not overlooked. Plenty of utensils and crockery, a lovely utility room with washer & dryer. Nicely furnished living area and bedroom were of a good size. For us, the Sofas were a little uncomfortable as they were much softer than we are use to. There was a lovely seating area with table chairs and parasol on the decking outside. The site so very quiet, secure & peaceful. Some amazing walks within easy walking distance and situated a short walk away from the village with its quaint tea rooms and pubs. There were however a few tiny details that held me back from giving this property an excellent review and these would be easily rectified. The annoying toilet roll holder in the main bathroom is very loose and about to fall off. We tried to tighten it up but were not successful so it would just need replacing. It rained heavily one day and we found that the rain was coming in very slightly through the velux window so we had to place a towel on the floor to soak it up. The freezer drawers were all stuck and 2 of them broken. There was a drawer full of ice creams & lollies when we arrived that someone had left in there however the drawers were broken so we couldn’t remove the products so no idea how long they had been in there. The cleaner should have emptied these out before our arrival but perhaps she could get the drawers open either. There were two can openers with the utensils but neither of them worked, again a minor detail but easily resolved by replacing. The worst thing was, that although the inside of the chalet was immaculately clean the outside needed a brushing down and cleaning as it was full of cobwebs under the eaves and around the doorways. Just small easily rectified things however there was more things that were good about this place that it would not stop us from booking again.

- Norma, September 2024
Yvonne August 2024

“Woodpecker Lodge is a spacious, very clean and nicely furnished holiday home.”

It has an open view of the countryside and as it faces away from the other lodges the decked balcony is private. We were there in August and it was very peaceful and quiet. The only issue is lack of shower mats in both bath rooms, hence given only 4 stars for facilities- the mats really should be installed for the safety of guests.

- Yvonne, August 2024
Ann June 2024

“Inaccurate - views of the river, also frustrating as steep inaccessible grass bank blocked view.”

All on one level, excepting 5/6 steps to access lodge itself ! Maintenance issues , loo roll holder fell off wall, unable to open majority of freezer drawers without causing damage or wardrobe door in small bedroom. No draining facilities for crockery etc or washing up supplies. Didn’t use dishwasher - too few items each time. However clean, warm and with comfortable beds. Site reminiscent of holiday camps, also with irritating constant admonitions/instructions

- Ann, June 2024

Your review of our lovely Woodpecker Lodge is extremely surprising, and really quite unkind. Not once in the past 6 years have we ever had anyone describe our park as a holiday camp!!!! You are staying in timber frame built lodges, with beautiful red cedar cladding, of which retail at 300k so i am surprised you think it is like a holiday camp. The description of the lodge is put together by Sykes themselves, and is completely accurate that the accommodation is all on one level, yes there are about 4 steps up to the decked area that surrounds the lodge, however this is unavoidable. Before you stayed in the lodge the toilet roll holder was fine, and it clearly broke during your stay which you did not inform us about and of course we are now replacing. That is just unlucky that that happened during your stay, unfortunately things like this can happen. I'm very confused about your comment saying there are 'irritating constant instructions' I actually have no idea what you are on about. Yes there are instructions for the tv, cooker, heating etc, I'm sure you would complain if there wasn't and you couldn't' work something! Apologies for the freezer, this was missed and the cleaner has defrosted this now it does freeze up from time to time. I don't think Milton Park is the place for you and we hope you have happy holidays elsewhere in the future. Property Owner
Joan December 2023

“Our 2nd visit to the lodges and were not disappointed very clean and comfortable ...”

Our 2nd visit to the lodges and were not disappointed very clean and comfortable everything you needed was provided also just a short walk from the village and a couple of pubs but I recommend you take a torch all in all a lovely stay in a peaceful location

- Joan, December 2023
Tony November 2023

“Just what you want for a holiday,everything absolutely spot on and as described,superb accommodation.”

Faultless, been before and will return again.

- Tony, November 2023
John October 2023

“Lovely lodge very clean and tidy couldn't ask for any better easy to find nice ...”

Lovely lodge very clean and tidy couldn't ask for any better easy to find nice quite location will look forward to staying again

- John, October 2023
Kathryn October 2023

“We absolutely loved this place.”

It was so very peaceful, and a great location for exploring the Yorkshire Dales. The Masons Arms food (just down the road) was great, as was the Indian in the village and the fish and chip shop. We will definitely book again. The only negative was the lack of Wi-Fi, but we got use to the peacefulness of not having it.

- Kathryn, October 2023
Maki May 2023

“Very pleasant cottage!”

We would love to stay there forever xx

- Maki, May 2023
Kerry April 2023

“Lovely well equipped, and maintained lodge in a great position by the river.”

We enjoyed watching the local wildlife, oyster catchers, rabbits play. Site easy walk to Gargrave with excellent access to lots of local walks. Only downside is the lodges are very close together, so you are at the mercy of the other occupants of the site. Being woken up before 7am by the bass thud thud thud reverberating through the entire lodge from next doors music was not great, I didn’t mark it down for this, as not Sykes / the owners fault. Shame as apart from this it would have been perfect.

- Kerry, April 2023
Alyson March 2023

“We enjoyed our stay very much and would recommend.”

A few comments for your information:- the locks on both doors are very hard to use, the front door appears to be locked when it isnt, perhaps some WD40 would help? The skylight leak by the sink, was a bit of a pain, but that has been reported. We had to buy a rubber bathmat for the bath as it was not safe for an elderly person to use without, would be worth buying and have in the bathroom. I echo another visitors comment about the sofa being uncomfortable, it sort of eats you up! A minor niggle, I have never been asked to strip the linen off the beds before, when leaving, which I don't like to have to do, and was surprised to see no pillow protectors on the pillows. Other than those few points all was good and we were pleased that it was nice and warm, especially when it snowed.

- Alyson, March 2023
Tony February 2023

“Absolutely brilliant week,the lodge was just perfect,beautiful location,exactly what we wanted.”

Nice to have a decent sized bed,and loved the en-suite shower,again a decent size,I am not a small man.The utility room was brilliant,much appreciated by my partner with two children to keep clean.It was a real home from home and perfect for what we wanted,already contemplating a return visit.

- Tony, February 2023
Keith November 2022

“Three piece suite neads replacing.”

Freezer draws still broken as they were last year.appart from that,lovely.

- Keith, November 2022
Irene October 2022

“We have stayed at Woodpecker Lodge twice and another lodge once, we have always been very happy with the cleanliness and comfort with the accommodation.”

Would recommend Milton Park Lodges to anyone. Fabulous holiday destination.

- Irene, October 2022
Terence September 2022

“Perfect location”

- Terence, September 2022
Donnie August 2022

“An absolutely beautiful cabin in a stunning location, very well maintained and in immaculate condition.”

We will certainly return.

- Donnie, August 2022
Pamela June 2022

“First class.”

..wonderful peaceful setting...thank you...

- Pamela, June 2022
S June 2022

“Lovely accommodation.”

Only faults were walk in shower base in en suite was very slippy and we had to buy a shower mat to prevent a fall happening, and looking at the other lodges it appears there are blinds in the second bedroom which we not present here. As this room was occupied by adults and also was facing the entrance it was quite exposed. Overall we had a very enjoyable holiday

- S, June 2022
Jessica May 2022

“Great cottage in convenient location, with everything we could need, we really enjoyed our stay.”

A couple of minor points; no blinds in the second bedroom which meant it was very bright even with curtains drawn (not ideal for our children who woke very early, and may be a privacy issue when new lodges are built next door), there was some half eaten food in cupboards that hadn’t been cleaned out before we arrived, and the lodge next door played music which whilst not especially loud was disturbing as the bass really carried. Notwithstanding these small points we would recommend and come back!

- Jessica, May 2022
Joanna May 2022

“Lovely setting and great accommodation.”

There was some noise from a neighbouring lodge who were doing some work for which we were compensated for without us even notifying the owners - thank you very much. We had a lovely meal at the local Indian restaurant as a result. Would definitely stay again.

- Joanna, May 2022
Peter April 2022

“As a self catering property not enough utensils and crockery eg the only large serving spoon was for serving veg, no small breakfast glasses, could do with some bowls suitable for serving pasta/rice dishes, and for cooking them in.”

Disappointed with the skimpy bath towels. As a top notch property should have the large bath sheets. Property could do with WiFi connection. Crumbs and un wiped food debris on table and table mats. Black mould on shelves in shower. Having said our niggles, we would recommend the property and return ourselves. It was warm with comfy beds and nice bed linen. Nice location. Thank you

- Peter, April 2022
Margaret March 2022

“Beautiful lodge in peaceful location,everything we needed”

- Margaret, March 2022
Deborah December 2021

“Lovely luxurious Lodge.”

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

- Deborah, December 2021
Gail December 2021

“Gorgeous lodge in a peaceful setting.”

Good quality finish and well set out inside and out. The best lodge, cottage etc we have stayed in. Two very small suggestions:We were there in December and the decking got very slippery. Perhaps a warning sign? Unsure if pans suitable for oven so did not risk it. A casserole dish with a lid would be useful. Would love to go back again. Gail and Mike

- Gail, December 2021
Ian November 2021

“Absolutely had a fantastic week and will definitely be booking again !”

The only thing we could fault was the shower screen on bath had no bottom seal and water flowed out making the floor hazardous. Other than that fantastic, lovely and cosy, beds really comfy too.

- Ian, November 2021
Ivan November 2021

“This really is a beautiful holiday home in a peaceful and delightful setting alongside a gently flowing river.”

It was clean and warm [we stayed in November] and would thoroughly recommend for anyone who needs to stay near Skipton for a holiday. Very well equipped for four persons to stay. The Gargrave station is an ideal start point if you wish to travel the Settle to Carlisle scenic railway journey. This is not a complaint but an observation for future guests there is no Wi-Fi or broadband available at the lodge and with the covid restrictions no attraction leaflets are allowed so you would need to do homework before you travel regarding things to do while staying.. Future guest will have a great time just as we did. Thanks to the owners for making the lodge available to us

- Ivan, November 2021
Keith October 2021

“Superb accomodation,amazing lighting.”

Beautiful bathrooms.would benefit with a hot tub set into decking.overall very enjoyable stay.would definitely return to the woodpecker.thank you.

- Keith, October 2021
Geoffrey October 2021

“The lodge was excellent in every way but although the site was well kept the location was mediocre with no views from it.”

The are about 7 or 8 lodges on the site with clearly at least another 7 planned and as far as we are concerned we would not visit the site again. Gargrave is a good centre for visiting the southern Dales of Ribblesdale, Malhamdale and Wharfedale and the Trough of Bowland, a lot less busy area, is well worth a visit. We would particularly commend visiting the Keelham Farm Shop about 3 miles away just on the Skipton side of the A59 bypass to do your food shopping. A refreshing change from the Tesco's of this world.

- Geoffrey, October 2021
Annette August 2021

“Fantastic stay , very clean spacious.”

This site lodge is very peaceful and relaxing. Ideal for chilling not doing much or getting out walking. Really enjoyed our stay

- Annette, August 2021
Brian June 2021

“Found breakfast cereal in top cupboard.”

So wondered if it had been cleaned properly.with having the only lodge with a view of the river,we had people walking round the river side of the lodge which took away the private side of the lodge.ie if you wanted to sit outside for breakfast or dinner.Also no slice to turn a egg in the pan.

- Brian, June 2021
Linda May 2021

“Lovely peaceful lodge, lots of wildlife around , lovely to hear the birds singing.”

Only a handful of lodges which facilitated the peacefulness ... overalls lovely. Would be nicer to check in a little earlier and have an extra hour in the morning .. zither than that PERFECT!

- Linda, May 2021
Sue May 2021

“Lovely setting.”

ideal for exploring the dales. beautiful lodge.

- Sue, May 2021
Linda October 2020

“Fabulous lodge.”

Very comfortable and warm Great location for walking the canal

- Linda, October 2020
Raymond August 2020

“DEFINATELEY THE BEST PLACE WE HAVE STAYED SO PEACEFUL AND GARGRAVE IS A LOVELY VILLAGE WE WILL MOST CERTAINLY RETURN.”

- Raymond, August 2020
Helen August 2020

“Absolutely stunning Lodge, pictures on line didn't do it full justice.”

Beautiful location, so quiet and peaceful. Can't wait to go back. Huge thank you for going that extra mile with the letter which was left for us. Will 100% use sykes again. Thank you

- Helen, August 2020
Yvonne February 2020

“An excellent lodge, very comfortable and clean, the freezer needs defrosting as we could only manage to open the bottom drawer, and Wi-Fi would be nice but would highly recommend this lodge.”

It is in a beautiful location with everything you need a couple of pubs, gift and cafe shop full of character, a co op full of everyday items and in the middle of beautiful countryside. Kelham farmers market is a must, the store is fabulous for fresh food and good cafe but you have to wait a while to be served. A great holiday.

- Yvonne, February 2020
Elizabeth September 2019

“Wonderful location, beautifully furnished and equipped lodge.”

- Elizabeth, September 2019
Geoff August 2019

“The Woodpecker lodge was absolutely fantastic and it had everything that we needed for our holiday.”

Very high standard and quality lodge and set in a lovely peaceful location but within close proximity to the local amenities. Plenty of places to go and visit nearby and to explore what the Yorkshire Dales has to offer.

- Geoff, August 2019
Janice June 2019

“Beautiful lodge in very pleasant surroundings.”

Very clean and modern and had everything we needed. Convenient base from which to explore the Dales. Would definitely stay here again. JB

- Janice, June 2019
Louise October 2018

“The accommodation was gorgeous- the views fantastic and we are definitely coming back.”

It’s lovely overlooking the river and having the private deck to spot birds and enjoy the view. The lodge was well kitted out and the beds extremely comfy. WiFi would be a nice addition. We had a lovely holiday here and would definitely recommend.

- Louise, October 2018
Wendy September 2018

“The lodge was warm and !”

Ight. I stayed with my elderly mother and the facilities were excellent. We enjoyed looking out over the countryside and watching the rabbits play in the sunshine. I would be happy to recommend.

- Wendy, September 2018
Leanne August 2018

“We had a fantastic holiday at Woodpecker Lodge.”

We found the property to be ideally located with easy access to Skipton and the Yorkshire Dales. The lodge is situated adjacent to the river and we enjoyed watching the wildlife including cows, sheep, rabbits and even a kingfisher! We found the property to be beautifully furnished and extremely well presented. There are all the facilities you could require. The only thing I would have added would have been blinds in the bedrooms to match those in the living area. Also, Wi-Fi would have been a real bonus. We would highly recommend Woodpecker Lodge and hope to come back in future.

- Leanne, August 2018
Max June 2018

“Great location,superb lodge,site not fully developed yet so a very good time to visit,Woodpecker does have river view ,Squirrel does not.”

Herons Oyster Catchers Kingfisher all on the river.Blinds in bedrooms would be a welcome addition.All in all really good accommodation.

- Max, June 2018
Dorothy June 2018

“We have just had a wonderful weeks holiday there very relaxing and spotless clean”

- Dorothy, June 2018
Paul March 2018

“The only thing I would recommend is to tarmac the complete driveway down to the lodge”

- Paul, March 2018
Pam February 2018

“Beautiful chalet ,had everything you need .”

Beautiful location wildlife on your doorstep. Amazing support from the team looking after the chalet. Would definitely stay there again

- Pam, February 2018

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Summary

All ground floor
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin (zip/link, can be king-size double on request)
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
Utility.
LPG central heating and underfloor heating in bathroom
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview and DVD player and please note no DVD's are provided
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Highchair and travel cot on request
Off road parking for 2 cars
Decking with furniture
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Electric car charging is not permitted (charging point situated at Skipton Town Hall car park)
Shop 1 mile, pub 10 minute walk Note: If you require the zip/link 2'6" twin beds to be made into the king-size double, please contact Sykes Cottages seven days before arrival
Please note: No stag/hen/similar parties are allowed at this property
Please note: there is £100 good housekeeping bond for this property

The property

A sumptuous, well-located wooden lodge sat in the delightful North Yorkshire village of Gargrave.

Perfect for friends and family to come and stay, Woodpecker comes with excellent facilities and superb views of the nearby River Aire.

There is a wonderful open plan living area comprising of a well-appointed and modern kitchen with a breakfast bar, as well as a dining table and a cosy sitting area with a wall-mounted TV.

Get a great nights' sleep with the bedrooms in this lodge, they have comfortable beds and stylish bed linen, one of them have classy en-suite shower room to make you feel right at home.

Woodpecker also offers an exquisite family bathroom with contemporary tiling.

The sitting area provides bi-folding doors which reveal an excellent decking with plenty of furniture to sit out and enjoy a drink whilst appreciating the views.

This property is lovely and warm in the winter, and the bathroom has the extra addition of under floor heating.

Gargave is a great place for a holiday with wonderful scenery and a fine selection of shops as well as places to eat and drink.

The sublime market town of Skipton is nearby, offering fantastic facilities.

For you outdoor enthusiasts, the Yorkshire Dales National Park is easy accessible if you are after walking, cycling and wildlife spotting opportunities.

Woodpecker is a brilliant lodge in a lovely countryside location. This property can also be booked with Squirrel Lodge (reference 950869) or Robin Lodge (reference 1014369).

Milton Park Lodges

If your specific property is not available for your chosen dates, the following properties may be available - 969614 (Woodpecker Lodge), 1014369 (Robin Lodge), 950869 (Squirrel Lodge), 1044657 (Otter Lodge). Five wonderfully appointed lodge-style dwellings resting within the village of Gragrave, with breath-taking views of the River Aire. The lodges are perfect for a relaxing holiday with your loved ones or even an action packed adventure for those looking to explore this area of Yorkshire, steeped with history and character. The interior design of the property enjoys a contemporary styling with large glass windows that flood the rooms with natural light to ensure delightful bases to come back to of an evening. They each come with a spacious open-plan living room, where you will find all the necessities to host a relaxing evening in with your loved ones, comprising of an amply equipped kitchen, a quaint dining area and a plush sitting area. Spend a moment or two upon the private decked area to enjoy a refreshing beverage whilst taking in the countryside views. If you fancy a special treat one evening you will find a local pub within a short stroll and a shop within one mile for picking up the necessities. If you are feeling active, enjoy a walk within Skipton Wood which lies along the ancient castle. Alternatively, explore miles of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, which plays host to an array of breath-taking landscapes and thriving villages. Milton Park Lodges offer an outstanding base for exploring the area further with your loved ones.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

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About the location

GARGRAVE

Skipton 4 miles; Settle 12 miles.

A pretty village on the banks of the River Aire, around 7 miles from Malham, with its spectacular limestone cove and scar. In the village you will find a selection of places to eat including a fantastic Indian restaurant, along with a small selection of pubs, cafes and shops. Traversed by the Leeds-Liverpool Canal, cycle route 68 and the Pennine Way, Gargrave is a fantastic base for exploring this part of Yorkshire. Four miles away is the ancient market town of Skipton — “The Gateway to the Dales” — with its historic castle and celebrated high street. On the border of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, this is an ideal location for walking, cycling and touring.

Electric car charging is not permitted (charging point situated at Skipton Town Hall car park).

Please note: No stag/hen/similar parties are allowed at this property

Please note: there is £100 good housekeeping bond for this property

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“A beautifully presented lodge with a beautiful setting.”

“First impressions were very good.”

“Woodpecker Lodge is a spacious, very clean and nicely furnished holiday home.”

“Inaccurate - views of the river, also frustrating as steep inaccessible grass bank blocked view.”

“Our 2nd visit to the lodges and were not disappointed very clean and comfortable ...”

“Just what you want for a holiday,everything absolutely spot on and as described,superb accommodation.”

“Lovely lodge very clean and tidy couldn't ask for any better easy to find nice ...”

“We absolutely loved this place.”

“Very pleasant cottage!”

“Lovely well equipped, and maintained lodge in a great position by the river.”

“We enjoyed our stay very much and would recommend.”

“Absolutely brilliant week,the lodge was just perfect,beautiful location,exactly what we wanted.”

“Three piece suite neads replacing.”

“We have stayed at Woodpecker Lodge twice and another lodge once, we have always been very happy with the cleanliness and comfort with the accommodation.”

“Perfect location”

“An absolutely beautiful cabin in a stunning location, very well maintained and in immaculate condition.”

“First class.”

“Lovely accommodation.”

“Great cottage in convenient location, with everything we could need, we really enjoyed our stay.”

“Lovely setting and great accommodation.”

“As a self catering property not enough utensils and crockery eg the only large serving spoon was for serving veg, no small breakfast glasses, could do with some bowls suitable for serving pasta/rice dishes, and for cooking them in.”

“Beautiful lodge in peaceful location,everything we needed”

“Lovely luxurious Lodge.”

“Gorgeous lodge in a peaceful setting.”

“Absolutely had a fantastic week and will definitely be booking again !”

“This really is a beautiful holiday home in a peaceful and delightful setting alongside a gently flowing river.”

“Superb accomodation,amazing lighting.”

“The lodge was excellent in every way but although the site was well kept the location was mediocre with no views from it.”

“Fantastic stay , very clean spacious.”

“Found breakfast cereal in top cupboard.”

“Lovely peaceful lodge, lots of wildlife around , lovely to hear the birds singing.”

“Lovely setting.”

“Fabulous lodge.”

“DEFINATELEY THE BEST PLACE WE HAVE STAYED SO PEACEFUL AND GARGRAVE IS A LOVELY VILLAGE WE WILL MOST CERTAINLY RETURN.”

“Absolutely stunning Lodge, pictures on line didn't do it full justice.”

“An excellent lodge, very comfortable and clean, the freezer needs defrosting as we could only manage to open the bottom drawer, and Wi-Fi would be nice but would highly recommend this lodge.”

“Wonderful location, beautifully furnished and equipped lodge.”

“The Woodpecker lodge was absolutely fantastic and it had everything that we needed for our holiday.”

“Beautiful lodge in very pleasant surroundings.”

“The accommodation was gorgeous- the views fantastic and we are definitely coming back.”

“The lodge was warm and !”

“We had a fantastic holiday at Woodpecker Lodge.”

“Great location,superb lodge,site not fully developed yet so a very good time to visit,Woodpecker does have river view ,Squirrel does not.”

“We have just had a wonderful weeks holiday there very relaxing and spotless clean”