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The Old Vicarage
Luxury in the Dales

A unique self-catering stay in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales

The Old Vicarage is a very special country house ideal for group celebrations and family holidays.

Located in beautiful Swaledale, The Old Vicarage is set in enclosed spacious grounds, surrounded by pastures and meadows, with the fully accessible River Swale as a boundary at the bottom.

Enjoy luxury five-star accommodation for nine guests (10 by arrangement) across five bedrooms and three bathrooms, alongside unique leisure facilities including a heated indoor pool, Jacuzzi, sauna, steam room, tennis court, table tennis, table football and spacious gym. There is also a pool table off The Old Vicarage courtyard .

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An outstanding place to stay

With every comfort in mind, The Old Vicarage has been throughtfully decorated and furnished to create a relaxed yet sumptuous place to stay.

Your escape to the Dales starts here

Positioned in a quiet spot overlooking the River Swale, this spacious country house accommodates up to nine people (ten by arrangement plus a travel cot on request). It is surrounded by flowering meadows and woodland and is set in enclosed spacious grounds, with its own private stretch of the picturesque River Swale. The views from every room are breathtaking and provide stunning panoramic vistas of Swaledale.

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Autumn escapes at The Old Vicarage

If you’ve been dreaming of a break in the Yorkshire Dales, we’re pleased to let you know that we still have some availability this autumn at The Old Vicarage. There is a week free commencing Friday 24th October and also good availability throughout November.

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What our visitors say

Guest from past and present share their feedback, following a stay in our luxury accommodation.

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  • "Fabulous surroundings, beautiful house. Perfect for family gathering. Leisure area fantastic. Never slept better! Hope to return during the summer. Thank you Julia for being the perfect host!"
    The Black Family
    October 2025
  • "The location of The Old Vicarage is absolutely stunning. Being surrounded by green fields, far reaching views and wonderful skyline is a real tonic. Seeing the sheep graze, watching the many varied bird species flit in and out of view, cattle making their way up and down the fields and topped off with getting close up and personal with some of Julia's Highland Cattle for a grooming session, what's not to like?! We have enjoyed many walks around the fields with the dogs and had a great time down by the river. Every day has been full on. Going home tired but very happy with such fond memories of Julia and The Old Vicarage."
    The Glancey Family
    July 2025
  • "Thank you Julia for welcoming and looking after us. We've had a wonderful time at The Old Vicarage and will take many happy memories away. The time has passed so quickly and we are sorry to leave."
    The Russell Family
    July 2025
  • "This is certainly one of the most beautiful locations we've stayed at. From the scenery to the serenity of the countryside to the impeccably furnished house, we have had a very comfortable stay. We also enjoyed seeing the cattle around us, walking by the river, and using the leisure facilities."
    The Almahri Family
    June 2025
  • "We have had a lovely week to celebrate our 40th wedding anniversary with our family. Superb welcome hamper on arrival and really appreciated the garden flowers on the table. Leisure facilities were amazing and enjoyed by all from baby Reggie to the 'older folk'. Thank you Julia for all the help and information."
    The Newdick Family
    June 2025
  • "Thank you very much Julia for a splendid week in your beautiful house. We all really enjoyed it - everything from the fishing on the river, swimming in the amazing pool, going for walks, and just sitting admiring the wonderful views across the dale. The children will have amazing memories."
    The Lack Family
    May 2025
  • "We've had a fantastic, special week here at The Old Vicarage to celebrate Mum's 70th birthday. The house is so well equipped and the setting is beautiful, so serene to look out at all times of the day. The kids have thoroughly enjoyed watching the cows, sheep, lambs, hares and rabbits going about their business in the Dales. Pool and leisure facilities are second-to-none and a highlight of our visit."
    The Nicholson, Rapaport & Halls Families
    April 2025
  • "I stayed with my family in February and it really is as lovely as it looks in the pictures. The facilities are also on a par with any luxury resort and, as an extra bonus, you get them all to yourselves!! Seriously, if you can, make a booking. You won’t regret it"
    The Lewis Family
    February 2025
  • "Yet another fabulous holiday at The Old Vicarage. Brilliant times in the pool and tennis courts as well as very competitive rounders and the lovely sunny evenings."
    The Rhodes Family
    August 2024

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