Folly Cottage, Haworth

Folly Cottage is a quaint and quirky stone-built, mid-terrace period property in the heart of the picturesque village of Haworth, so provides an ideal base from which to explore this gorgeous part of West Yorkshire with easy access to Hebden Bridge, Skipton, and Harrogate. Folly Cottage combines a contemporary feel with original period features including exposed stone and beams, flagstone flooring, feature fireplaces, and the original stone staircase. The two-floor accommodation comprises of a double bedroom, a shower room with a newly-installed soaker shower, basin, and WC, and a compact but well-equipped fitted kitchen. The comfortable sitting room, with dining area, has a large feature fireplace with a multi-fuel stove, so guests can relax in front of a real fire and listen for the distant sound of the steam train whistle. At the rear of the property, there is a small outdoor seating area, and to the front, there is roadside parking for one car. Folly Cottage has a selection of books and games for entertainment, and Wi-Fi, a Blu-ray player, and Smart TV which enables guests to connect to Netflix and other streaming services. Guests have access to the entire cottage and outdoor seating area. As we live further afield, we are not usually available to meet guests in person on arrival. However, Michelle, who lives locally, helps us look after Folly Cottage and can be on hand if issues arise. Haworth is famous for its association with the Bronte Sisters and the heritage Keighley and Worth Valley Railway, and Folly Cottage is just a 5-minute walk from the historic cobbled Main Street which is home to a wealth of independent vintage shops, galleries, cafes, bars, and restaurants, and the Bronte Parsonage Museum. Haworth has a vast array of annual events such as the 1940s Weekend, 'Hawortheen', and the Christmas Torchlight Weekend, so there is always a reason to visit whatever the time of year! Situated above the Worth Valley on the edge of the Pennine Moors, a stay in Haworth also offers breathtakingly beautiful moorland walks and cycle routes right on the doorstep, and popular sights and landmarks include Haworth Moor, Top Withins, and the Bronte Bridge and Waterfall. The Keighley and Worth Valley Railway and the surrounding towns and villages were used in the 1970s film adaptation of Edith Nesbit’s book ‘The Railway Children’, so there is the opportunity to take a nostalgic step back in time and see some of the most iconic locations from the story on a choice of two Railway Children walks. Guests need to be aware that the original stone staircase is quite steep and narrow with worn treads, so may be unsuitable for those with restricted/limited mobility. We are pet-friendly, so as long as you take care with your pet, we are happy to welcome them to Folly Cottage without an extra charge. Please see 'House Rules' section for full details.