Squirrel Lodge

Lovely quiet site.

We stayed at Squirrel Lodge for a long weekend in May.

The lodge is gorgeous and exceeded our expectations. Spacious and well presented with all the facilities and equipment that you could need. It’s on a small site with another 7 or 8 lodges so was very quiet (with the exception of the local crows

This is a high spec lodge, oozing space and seems to have everything in it you'd need on holiday, such as utility room, washing machine, it's own driveway fridge freezer, loads of storage, two bathrooms and a bath!

The settees are sturdy and comfortable. The beds are comfortable and the bedding has a particularly lovely feel. Much thought and care has been put into achieving privacy for each lodge and the decking is private and really spacious. Outdoor furniture is all there ready. The location of this lodge is another strength. Ten minutes walk from the village centre where there is a large Co-op to save hauling a week's food in your car. The surroundings are peaceful and rural. We were very sad to leave. Would recommend bringing some good books and DVDs as there's no WiFi here, though there are three TVs for entertainment.

Lovely lodge with everything you need for a relaxing holiday.

The only negative was the bedroom windows are very large and the one bedroom had a communal footpath and a large work shed right by the window so would benefit from some blinds for privacy.

The property felt good on arrival.

Nice location and good design for the chalet. On the surface the property was very well presented. It subsequently transpired it has a few shortcomings. Good potential, but currently unrealised. 1. It’s position next to the river is part of the marketing, but any view of it’s obscured by a large man-made riverbank, presumably as a defence against flooding. There is also no access to the river, which can only be done with a 10 minute walk in either direction along the street outside (no pavement). 2. It was a little bit grubby in places. Small things, but the cutlery, other kitchenware and the oven weren’t very clean. 3. The heating is on a single thermostat with others disabled, which leads to hot and cold spots. 4. Maintenance issues. Some of the built-in blinds are broken and cannot be closed, leaving a sense of being in a goldfish bowl. The locks for one set of bi-fold doors were broken, meaning they could have been levered open with a small bit of force. Many people will be unable to open the wardrobe door in the main bedroom because it’s so stiff. The biggest issue was the site is still being developed. The works/ maintenance hut is permanently located less than 5 metres from the main bedroom window, which doesn’t make a great view. Trucks and machinery are parked outside. There are 5 or 6 chalet plots still under construction. One was being built during our stay. Bulldozers and cement trucks from 7am. Loud and inconsiderate workers. This also meant the ‘secure’ gates for the site were left wide open all day and night, which wasn’t great with the broken bi-fold doors. Lots of potential, but not great at the moment.

Enjoyed our stay at squirrel lodge, quiet site & Lovely village, had a lovely meal in white swan, and also lovely Indian meal.

The only improvement would be to make sure oven is cleaned properly, & maybe put some homely bits in, (I.e a rug, pictures, etc just to make it feel more homely,) also furniture wasn’t very comfortable u seem to sink down into chairs, and then it’s a hard job trying to get out, especially my 82 yr old mother had a struggle, perhaps a wingback chair in there would cater for older people. Other than that we had a lovely time.

Very well presented accommodation with good heating, easy parking, great storage facilities for outdoor wear and a really good utility room with good laundry facilities.

Great location for a lovely break in a very beautiful & friendly part of Yorkshire. Super local pubs serving good food and able to offer Coeliac friendly food choices. Walks along the canal and more challenging hikes are easily accessible

Wow what an amazing lodge!

Got me thinking how nice it would be to live in one like Squirrel lodge. Very tastefully done and definitely no expense spared. Beautiful bathrooms and bedrooms and comfy beds. Lounge kitchen and dining area superb and comfortable. Balcony area was amazing too, although the weather prevented us from using it a lot. Would definitely recommend this place. Only setback was there was no WiFi.

We had to report a problem with the tumble dryer and the vent being disconnected.

An engineer was sent a couple of days after and sorted the problem. The other issue we reported was the bifold door in the bedroom with the en-suite. It was very stiff as it was resting on the carpet. Someone came out and tried to adjust it. It was still not opening easily after they had been. Apart from these incidents we had a lovely time during our stay.

The Lodge was exceptional, very clean and spacious.

The kitchen had everything you need, the beds were very comfortable and the quilts were lovely. The two bathrooms were very nice too and Gargrave is a quaint village with a Co-op Supermarket etc.

Out side could be better maintained the cabin well aquipt

We enjoyed our stay at the Lodge.

It was comfortable and clean. Very quite (Lovely) Its not far from all the lovely places we love , We hope to book again towards autumn. Would recommend it as a nice place to stay.

Had a fabulous stay!

Clean, spacious, well equipped Lodge in a quiet edge of village location; great base for exploring the Dales attractions. Would definitely stay again!

Great fresh clean lodge - location really good - disappointing never noticed no WiFi available coupled with a faulty TV signal which wasn’t repairable until the Monday we left

Absolutely loved our short break away at Squirrel Lodge.

Everything was as described and expected. Super comfy and very spacious. Super comfy beds and lots of towels. Would definitely recommend. The location was nice too. Perfect for a break away. The Masons Arms comes highly reccomended too.

The property and service was wonderful.

We would definitely recommend and will hopefully return in the future.

Squirrel lodge was beautiful, lovely decor, clean and on a quiet site within easy walking distance of Gargrave including a coop shop and pubs and plenty of places to visit near by.

We found the locals really friendly too. The beds were really comfy and the property was lovely and warm with great instructions for how to adjust if you did need to do so. Clear instructions on how to use appliances was great. Could do with some more sharp knives in the kitchen but otherwise plenty of cups and dishes etc. the tv in was a little strange that you could only seem to watch what was on the main tv not the bedroom tvs individually - either some clearer instructions for this or sorting it so they work independently would be great, particularly since there is no wifi at the property. Overall a great stay and would stay again. Thanks

The lodge was perfect for our needs.

Nice quiet site, short walk to amenities in a beautiful setting. The standard of the lodge itself was first class and definitely hoping to go back again. Would definitely recommend!

I stayed with a friend and we both have children, this was a lovely spacious place, exactly as it is on the website.

we travelled to Ingleton a few times and visited Malham Cove, we are only from West Yorkshire ourselves, but it was a treat from camping. Would stay again at the drop of a hat.

Really enjoyed our break the lodge is situated in a peaceful location it was everything we hoped for.

We were pretty central for visiting different surrounding areas , the only slight downside was no Wi-Fi but this did not spoil our break and we would definitely look to coming back next year.

Fabulous lodge in a lovely village

Absolutely outstanding from start to finish will be booking again very soon many thanks

Squirrel Lodge is a lovely spacious lodge.

It is very well equipped with glass casserole dishes, bowls and measuring jug, sieves as well as 3 saucepans and 3 different sized frying pans and roasting tins. Instructions provided for all appliances. Fairy liquid, cloth, tea towel and dishwasher tabs provided. There is a utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer and there is a hairdryer in the main bedroom. Loads of storage. It is the best lodge that we have ever stayed in. Gargrave is a lovely village with walks along the river and the canal.

This is a lovely comfy lodge.

Just a couple of points that would take it to 5 stars Broadband would have been good, couldn’t get good signal on the phone either. It was great in some ways to be off the Net but I needed to check another ongoing booking, plus weather was very wet so I’d have liked to have been able to have watched a decent film in the evening. I was slightly concerned about the lack or recycling instructions. Everything in one bin into another one on the site. This needs addressing. Can’t imagine someone going through the big site bin. Finally the guy in the corner, who is a resident, is inconsiderate with noise. Notably his unnecessary loud music at 8 am some mornings. Given it was raining we didn’t sit outside. Had we done so it would have been intrusive. The Cabin was well appointed with new sofas. Great bathrooms. En suite is a small wet room. Great for myself with mobility issues, but not wheelchair wet room if anyone interprets it as such. I always take a shower seat.

Disappointed on arrival after long journey not to even have a pint of milk or any sort of welcome pack.

Garden unkempt, decking green and potentially slippery when wet. Fortunately only one day of torrential rain which found a leak in the hall coming from the skylight we think. Settee and one chair very low and worn, not good for three OAPs!! Had beautiful weather for the most part and thoroughly enjoyed our holiday in Gargrave.

Having enjoyed Squirrel Lodge last year, though leaving a note for the owner regarding two or three maintenance issues, we were disappointed to see those same issues remained this year.

The sofa and easy chair are so saggy that we had to use the cushions for the outdoor seating to boost them, but they really are past very uncomfortable and past their sell-by date. We phoned the manager of the site to discuss these problems, along with the frequent noise made by the man in the corner Lodge, who resides there permanently and has absolutely no consideration for the guests of the other lodges. On the positive side, the beds and pillows and outdoor furniture are very comfortable and the showers excellent. The central heating is very easy to adjust to personal comfort. It's such a shame we had these problems, because the lodges themselves are really lovely, we love the site, Gargrave and the excellent Mason's Arms. We would love to return but these things do need dealing with first, especially the need for comfortable easy seating in the lounge area.

We had a lovely warm welcome, the lights & heating were on.

The lodge was very clean & spacious. The location is perfect for the dales or the coast .It was good to be back although I ate too many pies! What a joy to wake up and hear the song thrush and the mistle thrush, we even heard oyster catchers. Yes the road has potholes but at 5mph this didn't pose a problem and they were repairing some on the day we left.

Some of the large plates need replacing

Excellent lodge in a wonderful location.

The lodge facilities, fittings & fixtures were superb. Very warm, comfortable & clean. Highly recommend to any future guests.

Having read some of the previous reviews, we must admit we were a little nervous about what we would find.

We discovered that some people can be extremely picky about the standards they expect. We found the lodge to be exactly as described, well appointed, and with everything you would expect in a holiday property. It was warm, comfortable and in a beautiful setting. Thank you for allowing us to stay in Squirrel Lodge. We hope to return again in the future..

There was no obvious signage and quite a potholed road to the lodge.

However the interior was cosy and a great space to hang out in . Nice comfortable beds and excellent showers. 'Plenty tea and coffee. Wi-Fi would of been a bonus. Thanks !

Generally a luxury lodge.

But some niggles due to poor maintenance. Leaking skylight in hall making floor wet and slippy (not new judging by the stains). Wardrobe doors need greasing as two were difficult to open: lights inside one bedroom wardrobe didn't come on. Three main dining plate set plus one! Sofa & easy chair padding poor quality: in need of updating. Bedding, towels and everything else were all good. No sign on the road to identify the site location and the path to the lodge had a few potholes - not the best first impression. Our lodge had a trailer and other machinery next to it making it feel like a builders yard rather than a luxury lodge. So, generally a good lodge but it needs some maintenance (mentioned above & e.g., treat the wood decking, outside roof timbers, etc) before it deteriorates too much.

All round fab!

Beautiful cabin, very clean.

I have read previously where someone mentioned that the wardrobe doors in the en suite bedroom were very stiff. My partner actually pulled a muscle in her arm trying to close them. It’s a shame they won’t fix them because apart from that everything was just perfect.

Very comfortable accommodation and an enjoyable stay.

We would definitely use it again. Lack of wifi may be a problem for some, and lack of sign by road entrance meant the entrance is easy to miss

It was a pleasure to stay in a well kept holiday home.

Two very minor issues, main bedroom bifold wardrobe doors had dropped slightly and caught on carpet making them difficult to open, Kitchen knives could do with being sharpened. That said accommodation was excellent, and doors opening onto a private deck was lovely, as were the visits from a family of ducks! The property was just a short walk into the village, for pubs and tea house, and good road links to dales and surrounding areas

We had a lovely stay but there were a couple of niggles that bothered us.

Firstly, the windows in the bedrooms are not safe for guests with small children. They open at floor level with a drop outside - our two-year-old likes to hide behind curtains - he could have easily fallen out so we had to keep them shut. Secondly, just a couple of maintenance issues - the kitchen knives are blunt and the guttering is blocked. Also, the locked main gate to the complex is broken and standing ajar.

Squirrel Lodge was perfect place to stay, lovely to come back to after some busy days out.

Perfect location for exploring the area and only a short walk to Gargrave where there were choices for food.

Lovely quiet setting.

Comfortable beds and everything you need. Enjoyed sitting outside in the sunshine.

Property was good.

Kitchen knives were blunt, had problem swopping from HD! to HD2 on tele, comprehensive instructions on how to use and I eventually got it. Access road full of potholes. Fantastic doors with built in blinds! All in all excellent.

It's a beautiful, spacious, very well equipped lodge on a small, quiet site but only a short walk into Gargrave village.

The beds and pillows were really comfortable and we appreciated that one of the easy chairs in the lounge area was a bit higher and firmer. The shower in the ensuite was really good and it was so helpful having shelves for shower gel etc in both there and in the main bathroom. The Mason's Arms is a really friendly, welcoming pub serving good food and we liked it so much we ate out rather more than intended! It's a very popular pub so best to book a table in advance if you want to eat there. The Dalesman Cafe is a fascinating place as apart from the home-baked cakes, it's also like a kind of museum surrounding the room with old advertising posters and other things, whilst you can get traditional sweets in another part of the shop - a gem. Overall we really enjoyed our holiday and have already decided we want to go again!

The lodge was exactly how it was described.

Comfortable, well appointed, beautifully clean. The site was very quiet and "neighbours" were friendly. It was like a home from home. It is a short (0.5 mile) away from the closest pub in Gargrave, ( the masons arms- booking advised) which is exceptional. There is a small co-op just round the corner from there and a good selection of other eateries. You can get to their er walk or canal either from the village or a 10 minute walk on the opposite direction. Highly recommended!

The lodge itself was excellent - clean, well furnished and on a quiet site.

Two niggly drawbacks - NO WI-FI and although there were Tv's in the living room area and both bedrooms the system only allowed the same TV programme to be shown on all 3 Tv's at the same time. Very frustrating when we wanted to watch different programmes at the same time

It was an extremely comfortable stay, the bed was lovely to sleep in.

Everywhere was very clean and the instructions for using tv, cooker and hob were easy to find and clear. The only let down was the hall skylight leaked when it rained, but it wasn't a problem for us.

Very enjoyable stay, a problem occurred in squirrel lodge which was dealt with in a polite and fair manner by the owner.

We moved into Robin Lodge and despite the wet weather we had a loverly stay.

We absolutely loved our stay here.

The only downside was we asked for the twin beds to be joined together and they weren’t but that’s not the end of the world. It had everything we needed to make perfect and enjoyable stay. Our 4yr old loved the ducks coming to see him on a morning

Absolutely stunning property great location and we enjoyed our holiday immensely

10 out 0f 10 everything was first class will definitely be coming back

We had a very relaxing week at Squirrels Lodge.

Facilities were spot on and the decor was very stylish. Perfect location for discovering the surrounding area especially having the train station just a few minutes walk away. Gargrave itself is very pretty and has plenty of fab eateries and the pubs are welcoming. Great communication with owner too. Will certainly recommend and hopefully return.

Lovely lodge and furnished to a high spec -loads of room!

The property was very good, comfortable and we'll equipped.

One thing that does need attention is the ensuite basin plug will not stay down and sealed. The bins could do with supplied bin liners in them and a kitchen dish cloth would be useful, otherwise perfect.

A very comfortable lodge with everything you could want for an enjoyable holiday

Perfect accommodation in a great location, we will return

Fantastic stay at Squirrel Lodge.

The lodge was clean, very modern and very well maintained. Loads of room, more than we expected. Looking at some previous comments someone had mentioned the idea of net curtains... Any kind of netting would not suit this property as it would detract from the modern look and feel of the lodge, there is more than sufficient privacy by means of internal in built in window blinds. We would definitely recommend the lodge and would definitely return.

Very nice Lodge in a quiet location but very easy to stroll into Gargrave where there's an excellent pub plus other basics.

The Lodge was comfortable and clean with generally good facilities. Two negative points = The TVs in the bedrooms were surplus to requirement as they only work off the main TV in the Lounge so can't be operated independently at all. Also though the living areas have good blinds there are none in the bedrooms which hinders privacy. All in all a good booking.

net curtains in the bedroom would be a good addition , also more dinner plates , 3 dinner plates was not enough.

Needed more kitchen equipment such as more plates and utensils.

Everything else as described and had an excellent holiday.

Had a great week here, perfect spot for exploring the Dales.

We had great days out in Malham and Bolton Abbey and had fun exploring Gargrave - which is a lovely town to be based in. Accommodation was to a high standard and we'd recommend staying here.

We really loved Squirrel Lodge, we've stayed in a lot of holiday lets and this has been one of the best - the lodge itself is great, an excellent mix of practical (things like having a utility room by the front door, perfect for muddy walking boots!

) and luxury. We weren't sure how it would be with other lodges around in the same park, but they've been thoughtfully laid out so it feels private. The location was excellent for walking, and there's a great curry house in the village, always a big plus! We're already planning to come back.

This is a wonderful lodge very high standard throughout wish we had stayed longer i am very fussy about bedding and towels and both where hotel quality Loved sitting on front terrace listening to birds very quiet Think the bedrooms should have blinds or netting on windows and some loungers on terrace would be fab as we had wonderful weather Will return ASAP 10 out of 10

Gargrave is a quiet area and the lodge was spotlessly clean which made it an enjoyable holiday

It's a beautifully appointed lodge but there are a few points that need addressing.

The lack of wifi is unacceptable in this day and age, and especially considering how much the lodge costs. Cushions and a parasol would have been a welcome addition. And the site where the lodge is situated could do with smartening up. When you approach it looks unfinished and not very attractive and the view from the main bedroom isn't great- a garden shed and machinery being used on site. It should be smartened up and something built to disguise it.

We had a fabulous stay at Squirrel Lodge, couldn't have been happier with the quality of the accommodation and the arrangements in relation to covid-19.

The lodge is incredibly well maintained, and absolutely immaculate. Gargrave is a beautiful little village, and the perfect base for exploring the dales.

A fantastic lodge with 1st class facilities Already looking forward to booking again soon

Exceptional.

When we arrived we were ready for a cuppa so it was a really nice touch to find that there was tea,coffee and milk.The lodge was fabulous along with the location.We will most certainly return.

A comfortable and well equipped lodge and very cosy as the weather outside was very bleak.

An easy walk to all the amenities in Gargrave and up to the canal.

The lodge is absolutely beautiful, immaculately kept, superb quality fixtures and fittings, lovely and warm, bedrooms very comfortable.

Very nice.

I am a builder and I must say the quality in this cabin in regards to the Joinary and the finish is superb. Will be booking again definitely. Lovely local pub 10 minutes walk

Superb accommodation.

Small criticisms are:- No coat hooks in bathrooms. No Wi-Fi Bedroom TV only show what is selected on set-top box in the living room. Channel cannot be selected from bedrooms.. We all enjoyed the time enormously and would certainly return in the future.

Generally the lodge was good, however, there was a couple of issues that need addressed.

Firstly, in the information booklet it mentioned slippers to keep, there were none, when I asked the owner she replied, “ Oh dear I didn’t think that was still there”. The range of kitchen utensils could be better, but as I say mostly good.

Fantastic lodge- clean and bright, modern - spoilt us for future holidays!

In peaceful setting yet near village. Beautiful countryside. Lodges well spaced out, not really overlooked by neighbours.

Fantastic accommodation - everything good quality.

Spacious and light living area. Had a very enjoyable week’s stay.

Stayed st Squirrel Lodge, Gargrave, for the second year.

What amazing accommodation, everything you need is provided. We are Grandparents with a grandson aged 9 and granddaughter aged 6. Squirrel Lodge was perfect. There is so much around the area for them to do. Aireville Park in Skipton has a brilliant skate park for scooters and bikes. It has a brand new play area and a tree top adventure. The swimming pool is in the Sports Centre within the park. You can easily walk into Skipton through the park and on the tow path. If it is raining why not try ten pin bowling, the Plaza Cinema, the Play Gym or Coffee and Clay in Skipton. We visited Skipton Castle and did the Castle Woods walk as Nature Detectives. The Welly Walk at Bolton Abbey from the stepping stones to the Strid is a must, with all the obstacles along the way, we spent a couple of hours with them playing on the ship and in the sand at the Strid end. The day ended with paddling back at the stepping stones. Why not try a day by the side of the River st Burnsall, its a fabulous day out. A bucket, a fishing net [yes we did catch fish], and a small dinghy were all we needed, but there is so much space there you can also fly kites, play football and swing ball. This year we did the National Trust Bush Trek at Malham. What a fabulous afternoon we had with the Rangers. We had a lovely walk, ate plants, did den building, toasted marshmallows and played games. In the past we have visited local farms and also dined at Billy Bobs Ice Cream Parlour. They had great fun on the swing ropes in the hay barn. I have already booked for next year and the children can’t wait. Pam West Yorkshire

This holiday lodge is lovely don’t have any complaints about it.

The niggle would no where comfortable to sit as the sofa and one chair are all for slouching in, not comfy. Also no WiFi which in life has become something we have been used to as one of our party had to do some work at the beginning of the holiday which was a struggle as the pub which has WiFi was not close enough. There is work going on at this area as more lodges are being added to the field which can be noisy although they did ask us if we minded, but keep this in mind if you are looking to go here soon and want peace and quiet .

We had a thoroughly enjoyable break, just what we needed.

Would recommend Squirrel Lodge to anyone who wanted something that bit special.

The lodge was superb.

It was beautifully furnished to a high standard. We would.love to live in one.

Beautiful lodge.

Great location. Huge balcony which would be great for a bbq. Quiet site with pleasant neighbours.

Fabulous cottage in sweet village close to Skipton & Malham.

Wonderful unspoilt wild Dales within 15-30mins drive.

The only downside was the lack of WiFi.

This lodge was excellent and exceeded our expectations.

The local facilities in Gargrave and the surrounding area made for a very enjoyable break with several walks. I would say that the standard of finish in the lodge was to a high standard and the addition of a Christmas tree for the time of year was a touch of class. Thank you very much.

Fabulous holiday lodge, really lovely location.

Needs another armchair in order to seat 4 adults comfortably.

The lodge was as lovely as expected.

However, we agree with previous comments that an extra chair would be a good addition for four guests and that the heating settings need to be altered. Why have it come on so early in the morning and it not be on until later in the afternoon? The lighting over the dining table didn’t work and neither did the DVD player which weren’t major issues but still need fixing. All in all a very nice place to spend a few days. We would recommend the Masons Arms - had a lovely meal there.

A beautiful, immaculately clean lodge in a fabulous location for exploring the Dales.

We found the fact that there was no wi-fi a bonus for us as it got the kids off their gadgets! Happy to recommend.

What a wonderful Lodge.

I had high expectations before arrival but was not prepared for how beautiful and well equipped this Lodge was. We took our grandchildren 8 and 5. There was so much to do with them in this area, all within a stones throw away. Will certainly return.

Squirrel Lodge Milton Park was absolutely amazing, all modern.

in the middle of fields lovely peace and quiet, not to far away from the shops and amenities. We will return again

Squirrel Lodge in Skipton, Yorkshire was so beautiful and it had everything you could wish for.

It was comfortable, modern and definately exceeded our expectations. Only thing wrong was that the weeks holiday went to fast.

What more can we say?

Lovely lodge, clean, well equipped. Even an outside tap to rinse off our waterproof trousers. Absolutely nothing to fault. We had a wonderful holiday despite the weather in March 2018!

- Good communications before and during the visit from Mrs Preston, thank you.

- The instruction sheets for the TV, microwave, oven, etc were excellent! The TV system is a bit cumbersome, so the instruction sheet helped. But there was no sheet for the bedroom TV, so we had to work out that it was fed by the unit in the sitting room. - The sitting room could do with a second armchair for when there are four people.

Excellent Lodge on a quiet new park, Very clean and the facilities are perfect.

Only 4 lodges are currently finished and it looks like there a r eplots for around another 11 or 12. There is a 10 minute walk to the Masons Arms which serves very good food. There is also and Indian resturant. Good for walking the Leeds/Liverpool canal into Skipton and the Pennine way.

Even though the photos are great they really don’t do this lodge justice.

It certainly has the wow factor, very high-end finish with absolutely everything you could need. Great location for exploring North Yorkshire, short distance to the Dales, Bolton Abbey, and Harrogate. Most of all the host is just wonderful, so incredibly helpful!!

Really cosy cottage - new, clean and warm.

Baby friendly too. Would definitely go back!

Quality of the lodge was second to none, certainly has the wow factor.

Nicely located for the Dales experience.

A bit disappointed with one of the rules.

We had frozen a curry sauce we were going to use but we're not allowed to. Apart from that no problems.

thoroughly enjoyed our stay, the lodge was fabulous and location was great.

Getting around was easy and there were plenty of places to visit.