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The Garden rooms

Discover The Garden rooms at Snape Castle Mews, offering stylish, spacious accommodations with stunning castle views. Enjoy peaceful village charm, exceptional breakfasts, easy access to local pubs, and scenic walks in Bedale, UK. Ideal for relaxing getaw

Snape Castle Mews, The Avenue, Snape, Bedale DL8 2TJ, United Kingdom View on map
9.8/10
Exceptional Based on 27 recent guest reviews
What recent guests emphasize

Charming, peaceful stay with thoughtful touches

Visitors highlight the beautiful setting, attentive hosts, and stylish, comfortable rooms with convenient breakfast options. Some mention temperature control as a consideration.

Guests often praise

  • Beautiful, peaceful location next to a historic castle and charming village setting
  • Comfortable, stylish rooms with private outdoor access and well-considered decor
  • Thoughtful continental breakfast with daily replenished pastries and in-room fridge
  • Friendly, attentive hosts who balance helpfulness with privacy
  • Easy access to local pubs serving good food and a variety of nearby attractions

Worth knowing

  • Rooms can become uncomfortably warm, especially the walk-in showers—bringing a fan or ice is recommended
  • Not pet-friendly, so guests with pets will need alternative arrangements
  • Breakfast is continental style and thoughtfully stocked but limited to in-room options
  • Some small missing details noted, such as lack of a pen for the guest book
  • High safety and hygiene standards observed, including Covid-19 protocols

Best for

  • Couples or solo travelers seeking a peaceful countryside retreat with historic charm
  • Guests who appreciate personalized, attentive service in a small, stylish hotel setting
  • Visitors looking to explore local attractions like arboretums, abbeys, and family parks
  • Those wanting easy access to nearby quality pubs and scenic drives around North Yorkshire
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About this property

Welcome to The Garden rooms

The Garden Rooms, nestled beside the historic Snape Castle in the charming village of Snape, Bedale, offers an exceptional retreat for travelers seeking tranquility and thoughtful comfort. Boasting a near-perfect 4.9-star rating, these garden accommodations provide a warm and inviting atmosphere enhanced by large windows that frame views of the castle grounds. Each room is strikingly designed with stylish, spacious interiors and a private garden area, creating a perfect balance between elegance and rustic charm.

Guests consistently praise the attentive hospitality of Sarah and Gary, the welcoming hosts who ensure every stay is safe, seamless, and memorable. The property’s emphasis on safety and hygiene—especially noted during the ongoing Covid-19 measures—adds an unmatched sense of reassurance without compromising the inviting vibe. The private entrances to each converted stable room and the spotless environment further elevate the experience.

The continental breakfast, thoughtfully prepared and replenished daily within a small in-room fridge, delights visitors with quality pastries and a variety of options. Many guests appreciate the small touches, from takeaway cups to the convenient, cozy cupboard setup, enhancing their lazy mornings. Nearby leisure opportunities abound: visitors can explore the scenic Thorp Perrow Parkrun, the Arboretum, and Himalayan Gardens for nature walks or enjoy savory meals in nearby local pubs.

This idyllic location is ideal not only for quiet weekend breaks but also for extended stays, offering easy access to sightseeing and countryside drives. While a few guests noted minor temperature regulation issues within the rooms, the overall experience remains overwhelmingly positive, marked by comfort and charm. The Garden Rooms embodies a perfect niche getaway where thoughtfulness meets beautiful surroundings, leaving visitors eager to return and relish its hospitality once again.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
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What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

MW
maria wheatley Dec 29, 2025
8.0

Beautiful setting next to Snape Castle and Chapel ! Appropriate decoration of the garden room, very smart and comfortable! Lovely idea for continental breakfast in small cupboard and small slightly warm fridge ! Despite the high standard of room and the walk-in shower, temperature was a problem as the shower was always too hot as was the room ! I would visit again but bring a fan and some ice ! That said I cannot emphasise how gorgeous the whole place is to stay in ! So relaxing !

MC
Micki Coyle Dec 29, 2025
10

This is a great location for a weekend break or a longer stay. The accommodation is exceptional and the owners are welcoming and friendly. They have put a lot of thought into how to manage everything during Covid. We felt very safe here. The facilities are excellent and the breakfast provided was perfect. There is lots to visit in the surrounding area or you could just go for a drive and enjoy North Yorkshire. We can recommend the Castle Arms pub for really good food in the evening. We ate there on both evenings. It was a perfect weekend.

TW
Tim Wray Dec 07, 2025
10

Stayed for 4 nights, lovely friendly and helpful owners. The room was clean, own entrance to outdoors, warm converted stable with large windows. Good selection of breakfast in the in room fridge with a pastry replenished each day when out. Beautiful village with some nearby easy routes. Very peaceful, and located underneath the local castle. I would return here.

HF
Hayley Foster Oct 28, 2025
10

If I could give more stars I would. Absolutely gorgeous accommodation, in a beautiful village. We stayed for two nights and the breakfast and treat selection were outstanding. The care and consideration that has been put into the interior (we were in a Garden Room) is really considered. Stylish, roomy and comfortable, a right treat. With a beautifully kept little garden area for each room to give the occupants space to enjoy. Sarah and Gary have created something very special, their high level of customer service is wonderful. They are close by should you need anything but not intrusive if you want to be left alone. We will be visiting again for sure.

WS
Wesley Sneddon Oct 23, 2025
10

Perfect niche place to stay, they thought of everything, continental breakfast, options of drinks, even take away cups for your travel home. The room was spotless, large and airy, beautiful view of the castle next door. The only thing they missed was a pen to write in the guest book. Perfect getaway, with a local pub nearby that provided lovely food

DH
David Henderson Oct 20, 2025
10

Superb accommodation in a beautiful location. Had a lovely relaxing stay. 5 minute walk to the local pub which serves great food. Great place to explore the local area. Continental breakfast had everything you could ask for. Thorp Perrow Parkrun on the doorstep, aswell as the Arboretum, and Himalayan Gardens. Hosts Sarah and Gary were great. Would 100% recommend and return.

JG
Jenny Grainger Oct 09, 2025
10

Lovely room. Ample breakfast and great weather topped off a nice weekend away. So grateful Sarah showed us round the cottage’s, we’ve already booked again too bring the family ! Super safe location and surrounded by lovely country pubs.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find The Garden rooms

Bedale, United Kingdom

Based on sightseeing, recreation, and getting around

  • Newcastle International Airport 1 hr 16 Car · 3 hr Transit
  • Leeds Bradford Airport 1 hr 1 Car · 2 hr 56 Transit
  • Teesside International Airport 39 min Car · 1 hr 57 Transit
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