The Old Dairy, gorgeous apartment with valley view

Our lovely, stylish, private apartment has a double bedroom with comfy double bed, a modern en-suite shower room, sitting room with TV/WiFi, a dining area and well equipped practical kitchen. The Old Dairy is self contained and has a private entrance and outside patio area with parking. It's been tastefully converted from outbuildings next to our former farmhouse. The sunny outside patio area enjoys big views over the valley. There's everything needed for a relaxing stay. With private access and off road parking it's entirely self contained and very quiet. There's central heating and hot water via a combi-boiler so hot water is always available on tap - great if you're coming in from a day's walking on the moors or surrounding countryside. The modern interior is complimented with comfy bed and sumptuous pillows, white pressed bed linen and fluffy towels. It's all on one level, however, guests should note that there are two steps into the property and internally there is one step up to the en suite. The kitchen has all the utensils you need for cooking up a feast. There's a fridge, toaster, kettle, microwave, oven and hob and all dishes and silverware but if you don't feel like cooking there are handy local pubs serving food, real ale, and a great choice of restaurants. There's a sumptuous farm shop with cafe during the day and restaurant at night and a number of take away restaurants offering delivery service. Guests can take advantage of the outdoor seating and garden area where the late afternoon and evening sunshine makes it a great place to sit outside and enjoy a drink or al fresco dining, weather permitting. We follow Airbnb's cleaning protocol with safety of our guests of paramount importance. Self check in service available to maintain social distancing. We have secure lock up for bikes should that be required, guests might like to try out part of the Tour de France cycle route. There's free off road parking for guests arriving by car. The bus stop to Huddersfield/Meltham is just a few minutes walk away. Huddersfield train and bus station is about 20 minutes away by bus or 15 minutes by taxi, a hub for access to most of the local villages and towns. There's a number of restaurants and pubs within walking distance but it's a good idea to bring a torch if you're planning to walk at night. By car it's easy to access all the nearby sights and activities. As the apartment has private access guests are free to come and go as they please. Andrew and I live in the Old Farmhouse and being next door we're usually around to welcome you and to make sure that your stay is as comfortable as it can be or, if we're not at home we'll available by phone or text. Our aim is to make your stay as pleasant and enjoyable as possible. The property has lovely valley views and is located in a semi rural position on a quiet no through road. It's close to local amenities, with great access to open countryside and historic sites. There are good pubs and restaurants within easy reach, the bus stop to Huddersfield is just 4 minutes walk away. There's a Co-op, a convenience store and a couple of takeaway restaurants in the village and a well stocked farm shop with cafe is just an easy 10 minute walk. We are close to Holmfirth - made famous by the TV series 'Last of the Summer Wine' and also nearby is Marsden village - with the longest, deepest, canal and railway tunnel in the country. There's pretty Slaithwaite too - the only village in England with a canal running right through the heart of the village. For those who love the great outdoors we're near to the Pennine Way and there's great walking out on the nearby hills and the National Trust's Marsden Moor Estate is close by. Getting around is easy, just a 4 minute walk to the bus stop will take you to Huddersfield city centre, which is a great central hub to many of the local villages and major towns and cities nearby for travel by train or bus. We're also on a direct bus route to Huddersfield University with buses running regularly into town. To explore the Moors and historic areas that are on the doorstep a car is advisable though not essential as there are numerous local taxi firms and buses from Huddersfield bus station and the railway station provide access to the Holme Valley, Colne Valley and further afield. Cycling enthusiasts might also like to try out some of the challenging terrain that featured in the 'Tour de France' including the Holme Moss section. This is a great location for exploring the region that's featured in many TV programmes. "Where the Heart Is", "Last of the Summer Wine", "Gentleman Jack", "Last Tango in Halifax", "Happy Valley" and many more. Our position on the edge of the Pennines and Dales makes it an ideal spot to explore the surrounding valleys, villages and the moors. There are a number of restaurants and traditional pubs for real ale or quality food nearby and plenty of taxi services if you feel like leaving the car behind for the night. If you are a family looking for somewhere that will also take children you might consider an airbed in the sitting room as an option. This could be arranged at an additional small extra charge per person.