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Nestled beside Kettlewell Beck in the very heart of the ever-popular Dales village of Kettlewell, The Smithy, a unique and historic retreat for two, has been lovingly renovated by its local owners. Just six miles from the bustling market village of Grassington, and perfectly positioned on the doorstep of both The Dales Way and the Kettlewell and Buckden Circular, it offers an idyllic base for walkers, cyclists and anyone seeking to immerse themselves in the beauty of Upper Wharfedale.

In the village of Kettlewell in the heart of The Yorkshire Dales National Park with a deli over the road, pubs, tearoom and village shop an annual Scarecrow Festival, walking and cycling routes from your doorstep The Smithy is an excellent base for exploring all this area has to offer. A short drive from the small market town of Grassington with its cobbled market square and many independent shops and eateries including The Hedgerow to have a cup of Yorkshire Tea around a log burner, a good starting place for many walks including the picturesque Linton Falls. Around a twenty minute drive you will find the picturesque Bolton Abbey, priory ruins on the banks of the river Wharfe, with plentiful space to enjoy a picnic and riverside walks, often hosting special outdoor events. Head a little further Skipton, the southern gateway to the dales, is a busy market town where you will find award winning Bizzie Lizzie's fish and chips, the impressive Skipton Castle standing proud at the top of the high street, or book a trip on the Skipton Canal to see the gorgeous scenery from a different angle. Around 40 minute drive away you will find Malham, stunning dramatic scenery of Malham Cove a curving cliff of limestone, take the 400 steps to the top to marvel at the view and walk a little further to Malham tarn a designated nature reserve or visit the the nearby woodland fairytale setting of Janet's Foss waterfall a popular place for a wild swimming dip.