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Chances Well is a beautifully renovated barn in Giggleswick, a quiet hamlet near Settle in the Yorkshire Dales National Park. The standout feature is the glass floor panel in the lounge, lit to reveal the old workings of the well beneath water from which still flushes the toilets today. It sleeps 4 across 2 bedrooms and has been finished to a high standard throughout.
Giggleswick sits on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales. You can walk into Settle in around 20 minutes. The surrounding countryside is ideal for walking and cycling with the Forest of Bowland nearby. Guests have reported barely needing the car during their stay.
The barn sleeps 4 in two super-king-size zip-and-link bedrooms both convertible to twins on request.
Chances Well is a beautifully renovated barn in Giggleswick, a quiet hamlet near Settle in the Yorkshire Dales National Park. The standout feature is the glass floor panel in the lounge, lit to reveal the old workings of the well beneath water from which still flushes the toilets today. It sleeps 4 across 2 bedrooms and has been finished to a high standard throughout.
Giggleswick sits on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales. You can walk into Settle in around 20 minutes. The surrounding countryside is ideal for walking and cycling with the Forest of Bowland nearby. Guests have reported barely needing the car during their stay.
The barn sleeps 4 in two super-king-size zip-and-link bedrooms both convertible to twins on request. Each has its own en-suite with shower over bath and WC. The kitchen/diner has a full electric oven, hob, dishwasher and washing machine. The lounge has a wood burner and Smart TV. A private hot tub sits in the front courtyard alongside garden furniture.
Malham Cove and Gordale Scar are around 8 miles away (20 mins). Skipton Castle is approximately 16 miles (25 mins). Ingleborough Cave is roughly 9 miles (20 mins). The Settle - Carlisle Railway at Settle station is under 1 mile away (5 mins).
Chances Well suits couples or small families wanting a peaceful Yorkshire Dales base. Two dogs are welcome. The eco credentials solar panels and air source heat pump are a genuine bonus.
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View CottageDiscover why our guests keep coming back to Chances Well
A lit glass panel in the lounge reveals the original well workings beneath a genuinely fascinating feature guests consistently mention.
The private hot tub in the front courtyard is perfect after a long day walking the Dales. Guests say it was a real highlight.
Settle is just a 20-minute walk away. Guests loved being able to leave the car behind and explore on foot.
Up to two dogs are allowed to stay. The enclosed rear courtyard gives them a safe outdoor space.
Air source heat pump underfloor heating and photovoltaic solar panels keep the barn warm and energy efficient throughout.
The wood burner adds real warmth to the lounge on cooler evenings ideal after days out in the Dales.
Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat
To reach Chances Well by car, head into Giggleswick village near Settle in the Yorkshire Dales. The barn has private off-road parking for two cars on site, so arrival is straightforward.
Settle station on the Settle - Carlisle Railway is under a mile from the property one of the most scenic rail routes in England. From there it is a short walk or taxi ride to the barn.
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Located 1 mile from your accommodation.
Postcode: BD24 9EJ
Located 1 mile from your accommodation.
Postcode: BD24 9AL
Located 1 mile from your accommodation.
Postcode: BD24 9EJ
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