Dyer’s Holiday Cottage in Halifax, only a short journey from Hebden Bridge, is a charming 17th-century one-bedroom stone cottage, beautifully presented with spacious interiors. Offering luxurious self-catering accommodation with some great history behind it, providing a very cosy, comfortable, and romantic retreat, furnished and equipped to the highest standards to suit guests looking to explore our great local towns of Halifax, Hebden Bridge and Sowerby Bridge.

Tucked behind a high garden wall, which also encloses an old well, this lovely one bedroom cottage is set in the picturesque Calderdale ‘Happy Valley’. The cottage has been in the owners’ family for almost 250 years. Originally a farmhouse surrounded by grazing sheep, it’s believed the upstairs was once used by handloom weavers. The building was divided into five cottages in the late 18th or early 19th century to house master dyers from the nearby dye works, giving it its name.

The traditional Yorkshire stone exterior of Dyer’s Holiday Cottage hides a beautifully designed interior featuring spacious rooms, high ceilings, and modern comforts. Thoughtfully furnished, the cottage blends contemporary style with traditional character, creating a welcoming retreat for up to three adults and a baby. Large windows allow natural light to fill the living room and bedroom. The comfortable bedroom offers stunning views and a superking bed, while the spacious living and dining area, separate kitchen, hotel style bathroom, and a stone courtyard to the rear complete the property. The secluded garden to the front is a peaceful suntrap, perfect for unwinding after exploring the historic attractions and of Halifax and the independent businesses in Hebden Bridge,  or if you’re hiking higher up, the stunning walking routes of the South Pennines and Calder Valley.

Located between Halifax and Sowerby Bridge in West Yorkshire, Dyer’s Holiday Cottage is an ideal short-term let for singles, couples, friends, or a small family. A discount is available for single occupancy at certain times of the year. This romantic getaway offers a true home from home experience. You’ll love it!

Close to both Halifax and Sowerby Bridge, as well as walking and cycling routes, public transport, and scenic beauty, Dyer’s Holiday Cottage is the perfect base for a relaxing break. Stay here to learn about Anne Lister, the local legend who lived at Shibden Hall, just 4 miles away. Explore locations from the BBC/HBO drama Gentleman Jack, including a cobbled road filmed just 200 meters away. You can also visit filming spots from Happy Valley in Halifax, Hebden Bridge, Elland, Ripponden, and more. Hebden Bridge has also recently been the location for the filming of upcoming BBC show ‘Riot Girls’, where a lot of filming took place in The Albert Pub and other streets in Hebden Bridge such as Crown Street and Albert Street.

While most guests do not bring pets, we may consider accepting one adult dog or an indoor cat upon prior arrangement. Please check our pet policy for details.

Our History

Dyer’s Cottage has a very long documented history, both of the building and its occupants.

Originally a 17th century farmhouse, it was subdivided into 5 cottages at an unknown date. These were rented to Master Dyers at the Dye Works, previously across the road, by the Wainhouse family.

At the time of the earliest censuses, the cottages were known as Top of Washer Lane, then Wainhouse Buildings. John Edward Wainhouse commissioned both the tower and his own house (West Air, now the Grade 11 listed Wainhouse Tavern) to be built in the 1870’s and added the distinctive porches to the four south facing ones and many more of his properties locally.

Several of these cottages were bought from his estate by James Kenyon, the owners’ great great grandfather, whose ancestors had lived in the cottages since 1777 but maybe earlier. He himself was born in one of them in 1843 so held a strong affection for them which has continued by his descendants until the present day.

Initially a dyer, James Kenyon successfully expanded his property portfolio but sent his 6 children to work at a very young age. His 5 daughters were employed in the local textiles mills and his son became a joiner. He was very disappointed that none of the three daughters who got married was attracted to a wealthy suitor but he did allow each of these three married daughters to live with their families in one of the cottages in Upper Washer Lane. No doubt they paid him rent though!

Only Dyer’s Cottage has remained in the family and benefitted from a huge renovation in 2014.

Head to our website by following this link to see a gallery of the cottages before the renovation: https://dyerscottageyorkshire.co.uk/cottage-history/