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39 entries.
We have had a wonderful relaxing weekend at Rough Top Cottage - our second visit. Although the weather was rather wet following Storm Orro, with the fire lit it was just cosy and warm and with the paddock next door, Bracken was in her element. The cottage is well appointed and thank you so much Brian and Sandra for the goodies you left and also the wood for the fire. We look forward to seeing you again in May.
Had a fantastic weekend. Thanks so much. Just got home & tried to book for this time next year. Gutted that it is booked up.
Was so quiet & relaxed. Was the best Bonfire Night we have had in a very long time. Think we are going to look at installing a log burner at home, as the dogs were so keen to snooze in front of it. 😄 Lovely walks in the area. The Paddock was a great addition. Everything we needed was provided for us. Thr dogs were relaxed. Will have to visit again soon. Thank you so much.
A really comfortable well-equipped cottage. Welcome pack included a box of border biscuits and all you would need to make a cup of tea or coffee on arrival, a bottle of wine and a packet of dog treats
Hand wash, hand cream, shower gel, shampoo and conditioner were provided in both bathrooms in full size bottles. Towels were lovely, big and soft. Extra blankets were available if we needed but the cottage was well heated with the central heating, we didn't need to light the log fire.
Dogs were made very welcome with a big box of things we might have forgotten to bring for them including shampoo and blankets.
We felt really spoilt by all the things that were provided.
Followed the footpaths to the waterfall and Bride Stones. The paddock was great for letting the dogs stretch their legs before going out for the day.
Really enjoyed our stay knowing that our hosts were not too far away and could answer any of our queries.
In short everything you could possibly need for a comfortable stay.
A really nice but short stay at this superb cottage, beautifully equipped and spacious with excellent outside space which we unfortunately couldn't take full advantage of because of the heat but the paddock was a great bonus.
The owner was extremely helpful, welcoming and had provided some very welcome gifts including wine, biscuits, milk and even birthday treats for one of our dogs.
We would highly recommend Rough Top and would like to return for a longer visit if the opportunity arises.
Just back from a wonderful stay at Rough Top. This was the second time staying at Rough Top and would be very happy to return once again. The cottage has everything you need and was spotlessly clean. Additional touches with the provision of tea, coffee, biscuits and even a bottle of vino were very welcome. Overall, our hosts were extremely helpful with lots of local information, whilst at the same time not being intrusive.
This was our first visit to Rough Top Cottage which has been a most enjoyable time for us. The cottage is very comfortable and very well equipped. Thank you so much for all the goodies and wine left for us and also the dog hamper left for Bracken our border collie. Bracken had a wonderful time in the paddock and she was very much at home from the moment we arrived. The countryside and scenery is stunning and although we were not able to walk far at Hardcastle Crags, it was well worth the visit. We will be hoping to make a return visit during 2023. We both recommend Rough Top Cottage for a dog friendly holiday. Thank you Brian and Sandra for allowing us such a lovely relaxing break.
It was our third visit to Rough Top Cottage - it feels like a home away from home! The ideal place to relax and get away from it all, and Poppy just settles here instantly with the cosy fire, blankets and secure paddock for her to run around in.
It's a beautiful cottage in a stunning location - we were fortunate enough to get some gorgeous weather on our visit and enjoyed listening to the birds singing in the garden every morning.
Brian had some successful fishing trips to Pennine trout fishery, and we had fun at Hebden Happy Hounds dog show and walking around the dog friendly shops.
We didn't have to go far for some incredible walking spots either!
Sandra and Brian always make us feel very welcome and their lovely golden retriever Jasper came for a play, which was lovely 😍
Fully recommend Rough Top Holiday Cottage for a relaxing dog friendly getaway
We enjoyed a lovely, relaxing break over Easter. We arrived to a lovely welcome gift from Sandra which was much appreciated and very thoughtful. The cottage is cosy and inviting, especially the fire in the lounge which we enjoyed settling around in the evenings. Albie, our cocker spaniel, thoroughly enjoyed the freedom of the paddock and the rug in front of the fire! The cottage is well situated for access to Todmorden and Hebden Bridge. Thank you for a lovely, relaxing break.
We, two humans and two dogs, enjoyed a lovely relaxing week - and it was November. It's an old stone house so it absorbs the weather so well. And we all snuggled in front of the log fire (we were given a very generous supply of logs which were environmentally friendly) every evening and relaxed. The large Kitchen table reminds of a farmhouse kitchen - it's a pity only two of us got sit around it (I could do with borrowing it for Christmas!). The dogs enjoyed the paddock - lots of interesting smells. Cafes in Todmorden and Hebden Bridge are dog friendly too. It's got an atmosphere which helps unwinding. Thoroughly recommended.
October 2021: What a fabulous place to stay with your beloved dogs. Arrived in the dark with fog and woke up to the most spectacular views. This is really the most amazing place and so close to the charms of the Calder Valley. Todmorden and Hebden Bridge so close. Had lovely walks so close and really enjoyed a lunch with the dogs at Honest Johns in Todmorden. The house is just lovely with everything that you could need and a lovely welcome pack for you and the dogs. Had our first booking cancelled due to the dreaded COVID and then had to postpone the second due to a family illness Sandra could not have been more accommodating and helpful. Highly recommend fabulous place to stay.
August 2021. Our 3rd visit and another great week at Rough Top. A new dog this time and he thoroughly enjoyed the new enclosed field to exercise in; what a great idea ! Lovely walks in the Crags and over to Widdop / Walshaw, it really is a perfect place for long moorland strolls. Always a friendly welcome and communications from Sandra, everything is made so easy. Good food at the Kettledrum (towards Burnley) again and try Vocation and Co in Hebden Bridge if you like your beer and decent burgers.
A great week with the family and a lovely place to come. Thank you.
Had a wonderful week at Roughtop Cottage with Cara & Floss our Irish Wolfhound and little whippet X. They absolutely loved chasing each other around the doggie field and taking long walks around Hardcastle Craggs and Stoodley Pike (avoiding the horned cows!). Sandra was the perfect host with the doggie (and human) treats being a lovely welcome after our long journey. The cottage was spotlessly clean and so cosy - a complete gem! Had some great food at the Stubbing Wharf & Shepherd's Rest who were very dog friendly too. Can't wait to come back again in June! 😃
Thank for a fabulous week in July 2021.
The cottage is lovely and very well equipped. The views are fantastic. We had some lovely walks at Hardcastle Crags and to Bridestones moor a lovely 20 minutes walk from the cottage. We did the walk to the waterfall last time we were there. We ate out at the Staff of Life and Shepherd’s Rest.
All in all at was a lovely relaxing holiday.
Thank you for all you help and support
Martin, Marie and Oliver
We stayed here Oct 2020, it was lovely and clean and warm. The views out on to the valley are amazing. There was plenty of walking from the doorstep to take our dogs on a walk. The open fire was just what we wanted to come back to after walking.
Would definitely recommend
Had a most amazing relaxing time in this beautiful cottage. On arrival everything was meticulously clean with a lovely complimentary tray of tea coffee sugar etc with a bottle of prossecco to enjoy in front of the open fire.
Sandra was only down the road for any enquires and was such a lovely lady. Would highly recommend this cottage if peace quiet and relaxation with stunning views is your type of holiday.
Our two dogs felt quite at home
We went in September to Rough Top Cottage. A lovely clean place .stunning scenery. We visited the kvwr railway. York .Harrogate. and a few restaurants. In todmorden and Hebden Bridge. A very friendly host and Yorkshire people very helpful 👍
Lovely week stay at Rough Top, the cottage is well equipped and Brian and Sandra are on hand to answer any queries, we took our two Golden Retrievers and we enjoyed some great walks and the views from the cottage even in a rain storm are beautiful. Also made good use of the local restaurants, the Staff of Life being our favourite, would recommend cottage and area highly. Many thanks.
Best holidays we have had in years. Beautiful, well-equipped cottage with the most amazing views, especially early morning and evening time. So much to see and do, the only place we feel refreshed and relaxed after a week or two.
Just wish we could stay longer. Our Jack Russell just loves his holidays at Rough Top. Great walks for him - and loves to try and visit the horses!
Brian & Sandra are so helpful and friendly, and just wonderful hosts.
Cannot wait to come back again!
Lovely stay at Rough Top cottage. Enjoyed the local walks too! 😂🤣
February 2020 Storm Dennis
“February + storm Dennis! Weather was appalling but it is February! We did enjoy the dog walks around Todmorden, Centre Vale Park + woods – mud free for humans. Hardcastle Craggs was splendid. Best beer in Honest John’s in tod. Thanks we enjoyed our second stay Jan, Chris, Dougie + Miffy the dogs.”
New Year 2019
Thankyou for a lovely stay in your cosy cottage with fantastic views of Yorkshire countryside. Well equiped cottage and lovely and quiet – back to the rat race today. The Bell Family (Oxforshire+ Wiltshire) and little dog Boris
Christmas 2019
The Whittakers Lancashire. we had a fantastic Christmas away from home. Very comfy + homely. Lots of lovely walks with the dogs Rossi + Ollie
October 2019
Lovely place to stay. the views are amazing! Great getaway – the dog loved it too. The Bell family + Luci from Rutland
October 2019
Peter + Karen Dodd Norfolk – What a great cottage! Wonderful walks with the dogs. Hebden Bridge is wonderful. Would be great to fence in area by patio doors but we will be back.
October 2019
We really enjoyed our stay in Rough Top, very comfortable with amazing views. Managed to enjoy visits to various places in spite of heavy showers every day. The cream tea was very welcome Thank you!Wilson family Durham.
September 2019
Thankyou for the cream tea and use of your lovely cozy cottage Enjoyed our stay Lynda + Ann.
August 2019
Loved returning to this wonderful cottage. We have enjoyed some amazing walks Hurstwood/Burnsall enjoying the wonderful countryside. Our labradors just love coming here- thankyou again and we hope to see you again soon Linda + Michael Jersey, Channel Islands
August 2019
Love returning to this magical place! Much longer stay this time. Discovered many new places this time. Highly recommend the steam train at Haworth. Very relaxed now afters uch a chilled week Thankyou! Lou + Paul & Jo + Paul Chesterfield + York
August 2019
We needed a rest and break and had a brilliant week! Peaceful with wonderful views. We will definitely be back thanks for everything Jenny + Pete
June + July 2019
We had a lovely stay good weather. Lots of great walks. Good catch up place for family get togethers. Ate out at nice places thanks for the recommendations. Thanks for the yummy scones! Martin, Marie + Oliver suffolk
May 2019
Delightful stay from the cream tea welcome to the doggy extras and open fire. A stunning location and spacious cottage. Great views, weathera nd places to visit. Thankyou so much we will be back, we fancy getting “snowed in” during the winter! The Currie family + 2 dogs York.
May 2019
Loved our time here. Really clean, lovely rooms, really homely + warm welcome from hosts. We will be back for sure xx Sammi, Bethan, Ffion + Victoria- Wales