Cross Keys Cottage in Skipton | Pet Friendly Cottage Break

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✓Historic Grade II listed early 19th-century building originally a schoolmaster’s house, later the Cross Keys Hotel/Pub
✓Renovated blending original period features including exposed beams, period stonework, and elegant woodwork with modern luxury finishes
✓Four bedrooms total: 3 kingsize (5ft) beds and 1 zip and link kingsize bed configurable as 2 singles on request
✓Bedroom 1 on ground floor with 1 step access, kingsize bed, ensuite with cubicle shower and toilet, and Smart TV
✓Bedroom 2 on first floor with kingsize bed, ensuite with cubicle shower, heated towel rail, toilet, and Smart TV
✓Bedroom 3 on first floor with zip and link kingsize bed (configurable as 2 singles), Smart TV, no ensuite
✓Bedroom 4 on first floor with kingsize bed, ensuite with bath, cubicle shower, heated towel rail, toilet, and Smart TV
✓One main house bathroom with bath, cubicle shower, heated towel rail, and toilet
✓Additional separate toilet located on ground floor
✓Ground floor open-plan living space combining living area, dining area, and kitchen
✓Living area with Smart TV, woodburner stove, and exposed chimney
✓Dining area with dining table and space for shared meals
✓Kitchen with quartz worktops, electric range cooker, Belfast sink, microwave, fridge/freezer, coffee machine, dishwasher, and other home-from-home appliances
✓Underfloor heating throughout ground floor open-plan area
✓Second living room (Living room 2) accessible by 1 step, featuring a Smart TV
✓Additional snug room providing extra living space
✓Utility room present
✓Gas central heating throughout the property
✓Electricity and WiFi included in rental
✓Fuel for wood burner included
✓Bed linen and towels provided
✓Woodburning stove / open fire in living area
✓Smart TVs in all four bedrooms and in both living areas
✓Private enclosed garden with patio, sitting out area, garden furniture, and secure pet space
✓Private hot tub in garden with capacity for 6 people
✓Step access in garden area
✓Private on-site parking for 3 cars including electric vehicle charging point
✓Pet-friendly allowing one pet free of charge with secure garden space
✓No smoking policy throughout the property
✓Check-in after 15:00, check-out before 10:00
✓Not fully step-free: 1 step at main entrance, 1 step into Living room 2, 1 step into ground-floor bedroom 1, and step in garden
✓Welcome pack included on arrival
✓Suitable for families, groups up to 8, pet owners, romantic getaways, rural breaks, luxury breaks, and celebrations
✓Nearby attractions include Skipton Castle, weekly market, independent shops and cafés on High Street, Skipton Woods, Leeds and Liverpool Canal, Yorkshire Dales with walking trails, fishing, and golf
✓Close to Skipton train station for convenient transport links
✓Historic and luxury style with period charm and modern open-plan layout

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Local Insights: Cross Keys Cottage

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Skipton, Yorkshire

Weather & Local Conditions

11°C

Clear sky

Updated: 14 Jul 2026, 2:59am

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10.80°C

Temperature

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3 km/h

Wind Speed

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88%

Humidity

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Packing Tip: UK weather can turn quickly, so pack layers whatever the forecast. A waterproof and sturdy shoes mean the whole group can head out whatever July throws at you.

What to Expect Through the Year

✓ May - September: Warmest, longest days - ideal for long days out, gardens and BBQs
✓ October - November: Crisp autumn colour, cosy evenings by the fire, quieter attractions
✓ December - February: Perfect for a snug winter escape - great for Christmas and New Year gatherings
✓ March - April: Spring blooms, longer evenings returning, wildlife becoming active

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Rainy Day Tip: A pet friendly cottage comes into its own on wet days - board games, a long lunch and a film beats a cramped hotel any day. Check the tabs here for nearby pubs and attractions with indoor options.

Dark Skies & Stargazing

Cross Keys Cottage sits in a location with genuinely dark skies - a real treat for a group, and something you rarely get at home in town.

Bortle Scale Rating

The Bortle scale measures night sky darkness from 1 (darkest) to 9 (brightest urban):

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Class 4 - Rural/suburban transition

This location's dark sky rating

What You Can See From the Cottage

The Milky Way is visible overhead, though light domes may be visible on the horizon towards larger towns.

The Milky Way is visible on clear, moonless nights.

Best Stargazing Conditions

✓ New Moon periods: Darkest skies, best Milky Way visibility
✓ Winter months: Earlier darkness, crisper skies, Orion constellation prominent
✓ After 11pm: Neighbouring lights typically switched off
✓ Allow 20 minutes: Let your eyes adjust to darkness before looking up

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Pro Tip: Download a stargazing app like "Sky Map" or "Star Walk" before arrival. Mobile signal can be limited, and these apps work offline - a fun activity to share of an evening.

Location & Elevation

113m

(371 feet above sea level)

Cross Keys Cottage sits in a peaceful Yorkshire setting - space to spread out and the perfect base for a pet friendly escape.

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113m

Elevation

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Skipton

Nearest Village

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Rural

Setting

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

✓ Fresher air: Expect it a touch cooler than coastal areas - bracing walks and restful sleep
✓ Clearer air: Less pollution and haze, better views and stargazing
✓ Morning mists: Valley fog sometimes forms below, creating magical sunrise views
✓ Walking access: Higher starting point means shorter climbs to hilltops and summits

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Driving Note: The roads to Skipton are typical Yorkshire lanes - narrow in places with passing spots. If the group is arriving in several cars, share the postcode and a meeting point in advance.

Coordinates

Latitude: 53.9611090° N | Longitude: 2.010826° W

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Today's sun times for Skipton (Tuesday, 14 July 2026):

3:52am

Sunrise

7:35pm

Golden Hour

8:35pm

Sunset

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3:52am

Sunrise

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8:35pm

Sunset

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7:35pm

Golden Hour

Planning Your Days by Season

✓ Summer (Jun-Aug): Sunset around 9:30-10pm - long days for group walks, days out and late alfresco dinners
✓ Autumn (Sep-Nov): Sunset 5-7pm - perfect timing for an after-dinner drink as the stars come out
✓ Winter (Dec-Feb): Sunset around 4pm - cosy early evenings by the fire, ideal for stargazing
✓ Spring (Mar-May): Sunset 6-9pm - watch the evenings grow longer each day

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Golden Hour: For the best light, plan your group photo or evening walk around golden hour (7:35pm). The warm colours make for lovely holiday photos before you head back in for dinner.

July Daylight

This month in Skipton, you have approximately 16.73 hours of daylight. The long summer days mean plenty of time for group adventures before a relaxed evening back at the cottage.

Practical Essentials

Everything the group needs to know before you arrive at Cross Keys Cottage.

Mobile Phone Signal

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Signal Strength

Good

Mobile signal is generally good in this area across most networks.

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Signal Tip: All major networks should work well here.

Nearest Essentials

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Arrival Tip: Fill up with fuel before you arrive - petrol stations can be sparse in rural Yorkshire. With a larger group it's worth doing one big supermarket shop on the way, especially if arriving late.

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About Cross Keys Cottage

Need To Know

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Weather & Local Conditions

What to Expect Through the Year

Dark Skies & Stargazing

Bortle Scale Rating

What You Can See From the Cottage

Best Stargazing Conditions

Location & Elevation

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

Coordinates

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Planning Your Days by Season

July Daylight

Practical Essentials

Mobile Phone Signal

Nearest Essentials

Family & Fun

What Guests Love

Getting To Cross Keys Cottage

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Is Cross Keys Cottage Right For Your Group

For Families

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