My wife and I totally enjoyed our 1st, of what will be many, stays at the Heifer. From the minute we arrived, the staff were attentive to our every needs. When you arrive they take you straight to your room where you fill in a check-in card at your leisure (excellent idea). The room we had (A Night at the Movies) was just as it's advertised . Very tastefully decorated with the use of a large 3D TV. The bed was also very comfortable and even though its situated near the main village road, the thick curtains help keep the noise levels down and we both had 2 good nights of sleep.

The main hotel is very quaint with a warm log fire to greet you whilst you relax with a local beer or drink of your choice. We had a chance to chat with one of the owners and mentioned our trip was a treat from friends for our 25th Wedding Anniversary. When we went to dine in the evening, the owner had arranged for a gift to be at our table when we arrive. A great touch which was very appreciated.

An now to the best bit. The food. The seafood, which is bought in daily, was outstanding. Scallops, oysters, lobster, seabass... all mouthwatering and all exceptionally tasty and accompanied by a good selection of wines. We just about had room to try the tasting selection of deserts for 2.

Whilst not cheap, I believe this was very much value for money and my wife and I will use this place again and again for special occasions.

Well done Lewis and staff. We look forward to seeing you soon.

We were booked into the Chocolate Room, but after a problem with the 3d TV were swiftly offered the Wensleydale Suite aka the 'Wallace and Grommit room' where we stayed a couple of years ago. This room has a separate seating area and tv/dvd player with tea, coffee etc provided and some scrumptious home made shortbread.The view is towards Leyburn. The huge bed is very comfy. The bathroom has bath and overbath shower and the luxurious Molton Brown toiletries and the fluffiest towels in the Dales. Complementary bottle of Sherry provided in the suite was very well received.

Dinner in the restaurant was delicious dining from the residents menu - chicken liver parfait with port jelly and apple chutney for Mr J, Jack Daniels Prawn Cocktail for Mrs J. This was followed by Maple roasted lobster, scallop and tiger prawn salad with bacon and Pork Belly for Mr J (£7 supplement) and a portion of Record Breaking Fish and Chips posh peas and tartare sauce for Mrs J served on a newspaper plate- these were 'best fish and chips ever tasted'. A brief interlude punctuated by a glass or two of house white was concluded with dessert- 'Snickerbockerglory' and Creme Brulee. Our table was decorated with a heifer bear and anniversary balloon, thanks to a collaboration by our friends and the staff.

Breakfast was just the job for our start to a day in the Dales - smoked haddock and perfectly poached eggs for Mr J and a West Witton full English for Mrs J (minus the black pudding), plenty of fruit, juices, cereal, tea, coffee and hot toast as well. Looking forward to planning our next visit to this gem in the Dales- should be on everyones 'Bucket List!'

Stayed for one night for a family gathering. We had a great time, all the staff were extremely helpful and friendly, the food and service superb. Stayed in a great room (Chocolate Heaven) with a magnificent bathroom and sweets galore!

Having stayed here five years ago, I was very much looking forward to a return visit, and it certainly exceeded my expectations. I was fortunate to be staying in one of the new luxurious rooms in the adjacent cottage. A "Night at the movies" fulfilled all I could have wished for, no expense had been spared. You will find a popcorn machine outside the room (gratis) together with an enormous selection of free movies. As you enter, be welcomed by Audrey Hepburn, beautifully painted, and wearing her finest jewellery above the bed. There are yummy homemade chocolate brownies and fresh fruit to be enjoyed, and a little extra touch of fresh milk in a small flask, to accompany the hot drinks is lovely, than you David, other Hotels take note! If you love a huge comfy bath this is the one for you, as you luxuriate, and observe the wonderful prints of Marilyn Monroe on the opposite wall. You really feel as if you are in Hollywood, with the special twinkling lights shining down, and the glistening star set into the floor.
After wrenching myself from this amazing room, I went down to the warm and cosy lounge, and secured a seat by the roaring log fire, enjoying the atmosphere together with the other guests as we all entered into conviviial and delightful conversation, as we all perused the menu before dinner.
The dining experience was sublime, with fresh fish and seafood being the stars. Just look at the Heifer's awards to see why, you don't need my input on this topic.
I have to mention the small minority of adverse reviews on trip advisor, which in my opinion are totally unfounded and damaging to a business that is going the extra mile, and then some.
For example- noise from traffic, this is in the country, and my room overlooked this road, I was not disturbed in the least by the light traffic. If you want total isolation stay on a farm! "People walking in the corridor", well this is a hotel, stay in a tent! And my absolute favourite- "Room for midgets" that really should be framed and put on the wall. My brother, who also stayed in the True Romantics room is six foot three, and we were shown the "Midgets" room, he had ample room to walk around, none of the ceilings were low in the hotel as far as we could see, so stay in a Cathedral!
It remains for me to say it is my great pleasure recommend this beautiful family run business,
and thank you all at the Heifer for your wonderful welcome and attentive service.