Title: The Old Telephone Exchange - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=5667&destination=Ripon%2C+England%2C+United+Kingdom&selected=106927716&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Old Telephone Exchange ## Photo gallery for The Old Telephone Exchange ![Property grounds - The Old Telephone Exchange (Masham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106930000/106927800/106927716/cf091116.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Living area - The Old Telephone Exchange (Masham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106930000/106927800/106927716/e2410cb3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Old Telephone Exchange (Masham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106930000/106927800/106927716/c9bec49d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Old Telephone Exchange (Masham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106930000/106927800/106927716/304027b9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets - The Old Telephone Exchange (Masham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106930000/106927800/106927716/1a032943.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the charming market town of Masham, this stylish holiday home offers a tranquil retreat. The open-plan living space features a Freeview TV and DVD player, while the conservatory overlooks the beautiful enclosed garden with patio furniture and BBQ facilities. With Wi-Fi included, electric panel heaters throughout, and private parking for one car. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Old Telephone Exchange Stunning holiday home, stylishly furnished and decorated just a short stroll from Masham centre. Ground Floor: Open plan living space. Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player Dining area. Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washer Dryer Conservatory. Bedroom: Kingsize (5ft) Bed Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Toilet. Electric panel heaters (underfloor in conservatory and bathroom), electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Doggy extras.. Lawned garden with patio, garden furniture and 2 disposable BBQ. Bike store. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. A truly superb holiday home situated just a short stroll from the centre of Masham, this delightful cottage was formerly an old telephone exchange which has been completely renovated to a particularly high standard. Stylishly furnished and decorated, the cottage is light and airy with the advantage of a small dining conservatory overlooking the beautiful enclosed cottage garden. Masham is a bustling market town with large square hosting an outdoor market each Wednesday and Saturday, surrounded by various shops, pubs and tea rooms and overlooked by St Mary’s Church. The town became well known in medieval times as a centre for the Dales Sheep industry and it is this square which continues to hold the annual Masham Sheep Fair each September. Also home to Masham Gallery and two famous breweries, Theakston’s and Black Sheep, each complete with visitor centre, brewery tours and shop. Nestling on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National park, the area is surrounded by excellent footpath walks along the river bank and moorland, ensuring the perfect destination for the outdoor enthusiast. Attractions in the surrounding areas include Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal, Thorpe Perrow Arboretum, Jerveaux Abbey, racecourses at Ripon, Catterick, Thirsk and York, tennis courts, golf and horse riding. Shops 150 yards, pub and restaurant 500 yards. Free WiFi Only dogs allowed at the property. No puppies Suitable for up to 1 pet ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Things to do - Fishing ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32930000/32921000/32920938/a6d22416.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Carriage House - E5119 West Burton, near Leyburn - Kitchen - Washer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 12 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-01&endDate=2026-04-02&selected=32920938&PinnedHotelID=32920938&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32930000/32922200/32922137/60ee6fb5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 bedroom accommodation in West Burton, near Leyburn West Burton, near Leyburn - Kitchen - Washer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi 9.0 Wonderful 14 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-01&endDate=2026-04-02&selected=32922137&PinnedHotelID=32922137&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103970000/103966500/103966439/e5f68a78.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Fairhaven at Badgers Retreat. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as su-CC218070-CC218070 ## About the area Ripon is home to this cottage. Himalayan Garden & Sculpture Park and The Bridge Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Theakston Brewery and Black Sheep Brewery. Thorp Perrow Arboretum and Jervaulx Abbey are also worth visiting. [Visit our Ripon travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Ripon.dx5667) [View more Cottages in Ripon](https://www.expedia.ca/Ripon-Cottages.d5667-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C54.22113%2C-1.65987&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=fuxzWlB7NAa-pmk13aB8Nt3t628=) Masham ### What's nearby - ![At Fountains Abbey, nr Ripley, North Yorkshire, UK (Jan 2017).](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6079227/898b333f-48f3-45cb-b601-e5b75ecd1f4f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Nidderdale 3 min drive \- 2.7 km - ![0_353007](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6046377/470e79f2-8dc7-4ed1-b07e-8e4310e98748.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Yorkshire Dales National Park 22 min drive \- 29.2 km - ![York Minster featuring heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and religious aspects](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6079281/7af1e35b-9ae1-4b3b-8e1c-2734af318b57.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) York Minster 53 min drive \- 70.0 km - Theakston Brewery 2 min walk \- 0.2 km - Black Sheep Brewery 6 min walk \- 0.5 km ### Getting around - Knaresborough Station 27 min drive - Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) 50 min drive ### Restaurants - Taste of India 10 min drive - White Bear Hotel 7 min walk - Green Dragon 10 min drive - Spice 10 min drive - The Old Black Swan 10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Old Telephone Exchange pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Old Telephone Exchange? ### What time is check-out at The Old Telephone Exchange? ### Where is The Old Telephone Exchange located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Old Telephone Exchange Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### A Harris May 9, 2025 #### Fantastic mini break for myself, husband and dog. Fantastic mini break for myself, husband and dog. Beautifully clean and cosy cottage with everything we needed in it. Lots of choice of pubs and both breweries on the doorstep with a Co op around the corner. Stayed for 4 nights and would definitely recommend. Thank you for all the lovely extras we received on arrival, a really kind and appreciated gesture. Thank you ##### A Harris From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### David Keeble May 6, 2025 #### The Old Telephone Exchange is ideal for 2 people. The Old Telephone Exchange is ideal for 2 people. Everything you need was on hand. The wine, cake & eggs were a nice touch & delicious.There are plenty of pubs to eat in if you don’t want to cook. The Himalayan Gardens are a must & not too far from Masham. ##### David Keeble From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Martin Rickerd Oct 4, 2025 #### A lovely central location, with everything walkable, contributes to TOTE being a great property to u A lovely central location, with everything walkable, contributes to TOTE being a great property to use as a base for exploring this beautiful part of England. All facilities were excellent and there was a lovely welcome package. Highly recommended. ##### Martin Rickerd