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Country Hideaways | Forge Cottage | Masham

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Interior
Dining
Interior
TV, fireplace

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Ripon, North Yorkshire
  • Place, Theakston Brewery
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Black Sheep Brewery
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Nidderdale
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford)
    ‪58 min drive‬

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About the area

Ripon

This cottage places you steps from Theakston Brewery and within a 10-minute stroll of Black Sheep Brewery. .Accommodation features a washing machine, free WiFi and 2 bathrooms. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A fireplace, a patio and a living room are also available.
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What's nearby

  • Theakston Brewery - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Black Sheep Brewery - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Nidderdale - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Fountains Abbey - 19 min drive - 24.0 km
  • Yorkshire Dales National Park - 27 min drive - 30.1 km

Getting around

  • Knaresborough Station - 27 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taste of India - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Old Black Swan - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪White Bear Hotel - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pinch Of This - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Spice - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Country Hideaways | Forge Cottage | Masham

Forge Cottage is a lovely, spacious property for two and can be found tucked away along a wynd between Masham market place and Park Street. A flagged patio path, with bistro furniture to enjoy sunny afternoons, leads from the wynd to the entrance which opens into a stylish modern kitchen with a central dining table. The kitchen is open plan and forms an L shape with the adjacent lounge which is centred on an inglenook fireplace with wood-burning stove, making it a cosy place to sit during the cooler months, and has a lofted ceiling with exposed beams open to the rafters. Off the lounge is a large bathroom with separate shower cubicle, washbasin and toilet.

A staircase rises from the kitchen to a comfy double bedroom with king size bed and en-suite shower, washbasin and toilet. The bedroom also has a beautiful, lofted ceiling with exposed beams and two roof windows which give a beautiful down-light in the daytime and a view of the moon and stars at night. The pointed stonework of the bedroom walls, external bathroom walls and the high-level gable walls in the lounge have been left exposed but have been painted. This gives a beautiful texture forming mosaics and shadow tones and patterns with the changing light during the day.

Forge cottage is a stylish conversion with all the conveniences of modern life to hand. This trendy cottage for two is only a moments walk from the market place where there are pubs, cafes, shops, galleries and nearby riverside walks. Masham is an ideal centre for journeying to York, Harrogate, Ripon and Nidderdale and of course it is one of the gateway towns to the Yorkshire Dales National Park.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

583637

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Country Hideaways | Forge Cottage | Masham?

The closest beach to Country Hideaways | Forge Cottage | Masham is Pebble Beach (11.6 km).

Does Country Hideaways | Forge Cottage | Masham have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is Country Hideaways | Forge Cottage | Masham family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and travel cots, it's no surprise that Country Hideaways | Forge Cottage | Masham is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Country Hideaways | Forge Cottage | Masham?

No, Country Hideaways | Forge Cottage | Masham does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Country Hideaways | Forge Cottage | Masham?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Country Hideaways | Forge Cottage | Masham?

No, pets are not allowed.

Country Hideaways | Forge Cottage | Masham Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelley T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Immaculately clean well equipped cosy cottage. Great location for exploring the Dales.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cosy Cottage Winter Wonderland

A lovely cosy cottage just 1-2 mins walk from Masham centre and the Theakston Brewery. Well equipped, warm, comfortable bed and quiet location. Would definitely return
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very welcoming. It was lovely to have a welcome pack upon arrival The cottage was clean and full of character
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

David F.

Long relaxing weekend in Masham

March 2026 - Long relaxing weekend in Masham, (4 nights) parked up and never moved the car until we left, perfectly situated to access Masham Market Square with Pubs, Shops Cafe's and a market, we bought some produce from the Bedale Community Bakery stall which were excellent, (It's the one with the long queue!!). Cottage is very comfortable and perfectly accommodating for two people, we took our own wood from home for the log burner, however you can buy this in Masham. Planning a return visit towards the end of the year.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Helen B.

Delightful stay

The cottage is lovely and we really enjoyed our return visit to it. Masham is a great base from which to explore the beautiful Yorkshire Dales.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A wonderful cottage in a great location.

A great cottage, very comfortable. We didn't want to leave. The location is perfect for visiting the surrounding area. We will be visiting Masham again (the third time for us, but first staying in this cottage), hopefully the cottage will be available when we visit again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Our great stay at forge cottage

Very enjoyable week in excellent cottage with everything we needed and more,a really wonderful area to visit ,hope to return in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic cosy xottage

Really enjoyed this beautiful property
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm V.

A superb cottage in a central location

A high quality cottage in a good location in Masham. Furnishings and fittings were all very good and in a very friendly little town where after 1 week there was hard to leave. WiFi very good.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Excellent stay

A lovely cottage in the heart of the village. Everything you need for a short break exploring Masham and the surrounding area.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Forge Cottage, Masham

Forge Cottage is beautiful, it’s very comfortable and spotlessly clean, it’s excellent value for money and perfectly situated in the heart of Masham.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

mark k.

Another relaxing stay in forge cottage

Wonderful week in this warm cosy cottage that has everything you need ,location just off the village square ,great pubs very friendly locals,so many villages to visit nearby Ripon our favourite,cathedral sublime
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Derek S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Superb Cottage

Perfect accommodation in every way… Location perfect… Plenty of parking in the square… Masham is beautiful, plenty of places to wine and dine…. Wouldn’t hesitate to return to Masham and I would certainly stay at Forge Cottage again….
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Julian H.

Fab

A fabulous cottage for two right in the heart of Masham. The cottage is very spacious and well equipped, including a very effective log burner. There are several shops, including a bakery and several pub/restaurants all within a short walk. Masham is a short drive into the Dales or across to Sutton Bank and the Moors. Easy day trips to Ripon and Thirsk, to visit the James Herriot museum.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Tardis Cottage

Great cottage for two. Comfortable, spacious, with all mod cons. There really is plenty of on street parking - so don’t be put off. Masham really does have everything, and it’s right on your door step.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

mark k.

Cosy cottage in masham

Cosy cottage with excellent facilities in this very popular village of masham ,location near the square ,liked the AGA wood burner,plenty of space inside and 2 toilets
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Excellent

Enjoyed a short break at Forge Cottage, the cottage is so cosy and well equipped, and perfect for a tour of the the surrounding dales.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Derek B.

Masham

A good place to stay to explore the Dales and York city. Weather was very good only rained at night. The White Bear does great meals.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Robin H.

Forge Cottage Masham

I have stayed at Forge Cottage in Masham many times. The cottage is 5 stars !. The location in the centre of town is convenient for all the shops and cafes etc. Masham is now a very popular location on the edge of the dales, and provides endless walks along the river and in the wonderful countryside.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Excellent little cottage

Very nice house. Ideal for a couple. Excellent location, comfortable bed and spacious enough for 2. No negatives really.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Super Cottage

Forge Cottage was a perfect location for us - just off the market square with all the shops you need within easy walking distance as well as several pubs, 2 breweries, a Michelin restaurant, a lovely church and walks from the cottage front door. The cottage is well appointed, nice furnishings and very quiet.- the log burner was very welcome in the cold evenings.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

One of the best cottages I have ever stayed in.

I can’t praise or recommend Forge Cottage highly enough. Lovely mix of old cottage with highest quality modern furnishings and fittings. Quiet but very central location in Masham. Another “hit” for Country Hideaways.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ticks all the boxes!

Lovely and comfortable cottage in town centre of Masham, which is a great place for drinking (2 breweries at walking distance), eating (many options), country drives and/or walks. We're looking forward to come back.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Overall standards

3rd visit to the cottage so we must enjoy . Again everything to a high standard with all facilities available and easy access to the town centre.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Robin H.

Forge Cottage Masham

Always a joy to stay at Forge Cottage Masham, and spend time in the glorious Yorkshire dales. The cottage is always immaculate and very welcoming, and the owner is very attentive and helpful.