Just £500 for a weeks stay at Dyer’s self catering holiday cottage in the beautiful Calderdale West Yorkshire between Halifax and Sowerby Bridge. Located in the shadow of Wainhouse Tower, the tallest folly in the world, this is a truly heritage area and our cottage is part of is one of the oldest buildings in the area.
Price includes a breakfast pack too.
Shorter stays available too.
Enjoy relaxing in our unique cottage garden after a day out exploring the natural beauty and historic sights.
The Magna Via also known as The Wakefield Gate Halifax: a great walk from Hipperholme to Halifax
This ancient road, connecting Halifax to Wakefield is a fascinating reminder of the illustrious past and until the 18th century was the only route East. Carrying animals, wool and textiles by packhorse, this footpath enables walkers to really experience how difficult life must have been in times gone by.
The walk from Hipperholme to Halifax, which we took by bus from Dyer’s Holiday Cottage into Halifax and bus to Hipperholme, is provided in the walks section of our guest information folder at Dyer’s Holiday Cottage Halifax but briefly consists of a downhill section from Station Road, then an upward path following Dark Lane, which is one of the best preserved Medieval holloways, up to 12 metres deep in parts, carved out by many centuries of traffic. At the summit, above Shibden Hall, home of Anne Lister aka ‘Gentleman Jack’ from the television series written by Sally Wainwright, the track levels out offering splendid views across the Shibden Valley to Queensbury on the opposite ridge. Look out for the old mineshaft before descending into the remnants of the woods of Beacon Hill. Here the track becomes setted again. The cobbles were laid in the 1720’s to provide an all weather surface but the gradient was too steep for wheeled vehicles. Excavated and restored by Halifax Civic Trust in 1984. we can now see the beauty of their workmanship.
The 1741 Turnpike Trust meant that gradually the Magna Via was used less to carry goods as the toll paying Halifax Old Road was built following a lower but longer more Northerly route between Halifax and Hipperholme.
It remains a great memorial of past times for walkers to enjoy and took us 1.5 hours, approximately 3 miles.
For more information have a look at www.milestonesociety.co.uk
www.visitcalderdale.com
www.calderdale.gov.uk
Information Board near Dark Lane HipperholmeDark LaneChoose your routeShibden ValleyThe track descends into the woods on Beacon Hill HalifaxA work of art!
Just a 15 minute drive from Dyer’s Holiday Cottage near Halifax is the beautiful nature reserve called Ogden Water. Accessed from the A629 Keighley Road, near the Moorlands Inn, it offers a variety of paths and trails to explore, some of which are suitable for a wheelchair or buggy. Dogs are allowed, there’s parking, picnic tables and a public toilet. Pay for parking at the Visitor Centre (opening hours vary). Owned by Yorkshire Water, and managed by Calderdale Countryside Service, the reservoir can hold over 220 million gallons of water but this is seasonal. Ogden Water covers over 34 acres and is reputed to be the first clay lined dam to be built in Europe when it opened in 1857. It has a maximum depth of 20 metres and this water is supplied from several streams and waterfalls tumbling down the hillside from the moorland above. However swimming, paddling etc is strictly forbidden.
For more about the history take a look at www.ogdenwater.org.uk
The Promenade Ogden WaterWind Turbines near Ogden WaterBeautiful rhododendrons in May/JuneOgden Water is surrounded by many walking trails to exploreRead all about Ogden Water
Welcome to our new website! Fresh for 2019 our new site showcases Dyer’s Cottage and tells you about some of the great events and activities around Halifax, Calderdale and The Yorkshire Dales.
One week breaks start from £420 in low season and are up to £550 in peak season. Short breaks of 3 days or more are also available and we sometimes offer 2 night weekend breaks so please do contact us.
Thanks for the lovely peaceful stay at your beautiful Dyer’s Cottage
It’s just what we needed and the pub nearly next door is fabulous.
MN UK Oct 2024
I adore Dyer’s Cottage
Just love the rich history you have shared. The folks at the Wainhouse Tavern are gems! Thank you for your hospitality.
AB USA Oct 2024
We had a lovely stay at Dyer’s Cottage Halifax
Thanks for the stay, we had a great time and Dyer’s Cottage is very cosy.
DN USA Oct 2024
Enjoyed our stay at Dyer’s Cottage Halifax
We can see the hard work and considerable investment you have made to create such a charming place.
GD UK Nov 2024
Thanks so much Jane. We had a lovely time and really enjoyed the beautiful cottage. VF UK Aug 2024
I will recommend your spot!! It was fantastic. LG Bermuda Aug 2024
Yorkshire Gem
Dyer’s Cottage is exactly as advertised – charming and comfortable. Jane made sure we had all the necessary info and provided a fascinating cottage history. Good location for walking and bus routes around the Calder Valley.
TA Canada June 2024
Friendly hosts and thoughtful welcome basket
Great location (easy to get into the centre of Halifax and to Outlying areas such as Hebden Bridge. Comfortable accommodation. We enjoyed our stay very much and highly recommend visiting Halifax and Calderdale and staying at Dyer’s Cottage
MB April 2024 USA
Our second visit to Dyer’s Cottage
And still the cosiest cottage we have ever been to.
Thoroughly enjoyed ourselves (in spite of the weather)
LR UK Nov 2022
Thank you for a lovely holiday
What an amazing job you’ve done renovating the cottage. We’ve had a great couple of weeks exploring the area and enjoyed a night at the theatre.
HM UK Sept 2022
Dyer’s Cottage is a “home away from home” which never fails to impress
This visit we were greeted with coffee and fruitcake. Thank you!
PM UK Sept 2022
Love this cottage!
A great base from which to explore the area and a lovely haven to relax in at the end of each day.
JM UK Aug 2022
Thank you so much for having us
Dyer’s Cottage is really amazing and we love this place so much! AK UK May 2022
Outstanding!
We have stayed in many cottages over the years but none compares. DH UK April 2022
We definitely will return!
We had the most wonderful relaxing holiday and the cottage is beautiful
SR UK April 2022
Had a lovely time and really enjoyed exploring the surrounding area
We loved walking to Hebden Bridge (train back), walking to Halifax and eating out in pubs including the Wainhouse Tavern. What a great shower and comfortable bed – why can’t all self catering places be like this? We hope to return, thank you.
DP UK Jan 2022
A lovely fabulous Yorkshire traditional cottage
Despite the low temperature, it was warm and cosy with all amenities available. The cottage is tastefully set out with a good mixture of the history and modern re-furbishment. Bedroom and bathroom are first class. Very safe and secure. We have family in the area and would not hesitate in re-booking in the future – have already recommended to friends.
TB UK Jan 2022
We had such a lovely relaxing time
We felt welcome from the start and didn’t need or want for anything as everything had been thought of. We will definitely be back.
JL UK Dec 2021
A perfect break at Dyer’s Cottage to start the New Year
The set up was ideal for us, sparkling clean and Jane was so helpful with any enquiries.
AL UK Jan 2022
Thank you for making us so welcome
The cottage is a home from home with everything we could possibly wish. The local pub and neighbours were very warm and welcomed us as family on our first of what will be many more trips to Halifax.
PM UK Dec 2021
We’ve had an amazing child free days at Dyer’s Cottage
The cottage has everything you need plus more! Loved our welcome biscuits and above all the toiletries etc. Thank you for making the cottage so homely and spotless. We’ll be back for sure. CC UK October 2021
We’ll be back again!
We had a lovely stay at Dyer’s. The cottage was very comfortable and homely. The Wainhouse is a really great pub- warm welcome and great food. Thanks Jane, excellent accommodation and a wonderful cottage. Sad to be leaving Yorkshire. WB UK October 2021
Loved our stay in your cottage
Everything was perfect. Your cottage was lovely with everything we could possibly need and was beautifully clean, so important in these Covid times. Thank you for all your help and information. We’d love to visit again and will do so if you have availability when we’re next up in the area. Many thanks to you and of course Emma.
RW-W UK Sept 2021
Thank you for a lovely stay.
We were very comfortable and had everything we needed.
AO UK Aug 2021
It’s beautiful!
We had a great time at the cottage. Thank you for everything
AP UK August 2021
5 star Google review
Thank you, we are settled in lovely. I love the cottage and its history and the views. It’s good to be back home. JC UK July 2021
Exemplary cleanliness and everything well presented
Our short stay at Dyer’s Cottage has been very comfortable and cosy. The family history is fascinating- what would they think of their house now we wonder? It was a real joy to see all the bluebells out in the garden and to sit outside with our coffees. Our thanks to Jane and her team.
SS May 2021 UK
Staying at Dyer’s Cottage has done us the world of good
It is such a beautiful, cosy and unique place to get away to with so many wonderful views, walks and places of interest on your doorstep. Really recommend the Anne lister Walk.
Thank you so much Jane; you are a wonderful host. The background information and tips were so appreciated.
NM May 2021 UK
We have thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this delightful cottage
Beautifully renovated, very well equipped, extremely comfortable, lovely location, beautiful views, loads of history and friendly neighbours
SD UK April 2021
A real home
I felt at home in your lovely cottage as soon as I walked in and I’m so settled you may have to prise me out! JR UK Oct/Nov 2020
Thanks!
Lovely, clean and beautiful cottage. We enjoyed exploring the local area and Halifax Golf Club. I have taken your business card and would not hesitate to recommend Dyer’s Cottage to others. IM UK Oct 2020
Such a beautiful cottage
I have had a lovely time, nice and chilled, exactly what I needed. Thank you so much for all your help and advice. EH UK July 2020
We will return!
Thank you for having us stay in your home Jane. We enjoyed our stay and the history behind it. PM UK July 2020
Our ‘Lockdown’ could not have been more comfortable
Navigating the tiring and turbulent time that is Coronavirus has been so much easier thanks to this beautiful cottage and its equally beautiful setting. Jane has gone above and beyond to ensure we are safe and our needs are attended to. Somehow we have managed to thoroughly enjoy ourselves despite the circumstances. Thank you so much. GL UK April 2020
Lovely stay
We had such a lovely 2 week stay at Dyer’s Cottage and we look forward to a return visit.
KO Jan 2020 Australia
Wonderful Christmas in the beautiful Dyer’s Cottage
Cosy and warm, with everything we could possibly need, including Christmas tree and decorations, it was a special treat as we visited our family in Halifax. We would absolutely, 100% definitely, come back another time and stay much longer.
CG Dec 2019 USA
We stayed here because of Anne Lister
We will certainly be back. We feel we only touched on all the history. We love Dyer’s Cottage!
M M-M UK Oct 2019
Warm, welcoming and cosy
We have had a very relaxed break and relished the time here at Dyer’s Cottage. We look forward to returning in the not too distant future.
GH UK Nov 2019
Enjoyed our stay in this typical Calderdale cottage
Dyer’s Cottage is well situated and provided with all the things you need. Thank you very much!
MH Belgium October 2019
RC Eire November 2019
It was a lovely home to stay in for the week.
Loving coming back to the cottage!
It’s such a gorgeous cottage, absolutely love it! LM UK Sept 2019
Had a lovely time in your beautiful cottage
Didn’t get to see everything we would have liked to as we just had the weekend. We will definitely be back. JPS UK August 2019
Thank you again for your support
It was a wonderful stay and a perfect ‘home base’ for our holiday. PK Austria August 2019
Picture Perfect!
It is as good as it looks! The location has a feeling of a village in the countryside although it is just a few minutes away from the city centre. Great vacation! MA Greece July 2019
Perfect!
What a lovely, well equipped cottage. Loved it. PT UK June 2019
Dyer’s Cottage is a bit of Yorkshire history
It sits below Wainhouse Tower which means you will never be lost trying to find one’s way home. Cozy and private, the dark stone exterior opens into a modern and well lit interior. The main bed is a dream machine, big and inviting, warm and delightful. BL USA May 2019
Love the view!
It was a great privilage to enjoy the view from bed, which I loved, and all the amenities of this beautiful cottage. Thank You. JO USA May 2019
So much to see in the area
We’ve had a lovely 4 night stay in the cottage and visited the Piece Hall, Hebden Bridge, Haworth and the Yorkshire Sculpture Park. All very interesting
CM UK May 2019
We have had a wonderful stay
Bed was really comfortable. We enjoyed our walks up and down hill into Halifax to see the Piece Hall and along the canal to Hebden Bridge (we got the train back!)
RM UK April 2019
Beautiful cottage
Very homely with everything we needed; thank you.
CW Sept 2018 Australia
Perfect location for visiting cousins in Halifax
Thank you for providing such a lovely house. It is beautifully renovated with every modern convenience and yet retains all the charm of the original house.
DM Sept 2018 USA
Wonderful stay at Dyer’s Cottage
It is beautifully restored with a modern kitchen and bathroom but plenty of original features throughout. Parking was easy and the pub round the corner was very welcoming. Highly recommended!
RF Nov 2018 UK
Beautiful cottage
Very well planned out and superb views.
CP Feb 2019 UK
We loved the cottage
Felt very homely here. Would love to return.
KJ March 2019 UK
Our second visit here this year
Just as good as last time.
BR Dec 2018 UK
A fantastic cottage
Just what we were looking for. A real “home from home”. We will definitely be spreading the word about Dyer’s Cottage. A real gem.
SD Jan 2019 UK
Thank you
Thank you so much for everything. We had a wonderful stay and are just ashamed that we couldn’t enjoy it more as we worked all day.
CW Jan 2019 UK
Lovely Christmas
Just to say we had a really lovely Christmas at Dyer’s Cottage. It was everything we wanted and more.
BT UK Dec 2018
Wonderful!
A wonderful, luxurious property in an historic part of Halifax. The property has undergone a miracle transformation.
JD South Africa Jan 2019
CR, Canada, September 2018
When I walked into your cottage the first thing I said was “I’m home” and that is exactly what it has been for me. My safe place to rest after a long day of travel and exploring, my quiet place to read, journal and pray.
LM, Canada, March 2018
Dyer’s Cottage is exquisite.
SH, USA, September 2017
Thank you for an amazing stay. Jane has been so efficient, welcoming and helpful that we cannot wait to come back. Dyer’s Cottage is beautiful.
BJ, UK, May & Nov 2017
Just perfect. Once I walked through the front door, I was totally at home.
DF, UK, October 2016
Had a lovely “holiday” in the cottage whilst some major work was taking place on our house. Found some new walks and a new pub.
BJ, USA, August 2016
We had a great stay in your cottage whilst visiting family in Halifax. A perfect getaway.
KS, Australia, May 2016
We have had a wonderful time staying in your lovely cottage. We found everything we needed which enhanced our stay. The bed was comfortable and the shower was a pleasure to use.
VA, Germany, April 2016
A beautiful cottage ideally placed. Incredibly well equipped and modernised with great taste. A real ” home from home” experience.
