Guests say
Rye Cottage receives high praise for its excellent location just a short walk from Helmsley’s centre, secure parking, and spacious, well-equipped interiors. Guests consistently mention the property’s cleanliness, modern decor, and dog-friendly features. The cottage is ideal for families or groups, with en-suite bedrooms and a peaceful setting. Some guests noted minor issues with comfort, such as mattress firmness and seating, as well as occasional maintenance concerns. Overall, the property offers a delightful and convenient base for exploring the area, with thoughtful touches and a welcoming atmosphere.
The majority of guests found the property to be very clean and well-presented, with only rare mentions of minor dusting issues. Cleanliness is a consistent highlight in the reviews.
The location is universally praised, with guests loving the short walk to Helmsley’s main square, shops, and attractions. The secure, quiet setting is also frequently mentioned as a major advantage.
Guests generally found the cottage comfortable, appreciating the quality bedding and peaceful environment. Some noted that mattresses could be firmer and seating more comfortable, but overall comfort remains a strong point.
The cottage is described as very well-equipped, with modern appliances, en-suite bedrooms, and secure parking. A few guests mentioned minor issues such as the complexity of lighting, lack of some kitchen items, and small parking space, but these did not detract significantly from the overall experience.
Some guests appreciated thoughtful touches such as chocolates and Prosecco on arrival, but it should be noted that these are not guaranteed. The property is generally well-prepared for guests, though a few mentioned a desire for more basic supplies like towels and toiletries.
About this property
This holiday home boasts delightful walks, a cosy interior and many places to enjoy an evening out with friends - truly something for everyone to enjoy.. 2 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, Sound System, Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Freeview TV
Ensuite: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Second Floor:
Bedroom 3: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Freeview TV
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack. Enclosed garden with patio and garden furniture. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking or e-cigarettes.. Peacefully located in the centre of the delightful market town of Helmsley, this traditional stone built cottage-style property enjoys a contemporary interior, high specification finishes and private parking for one car. The impressive open plan living area has a cosy wood burner that is perfect for chilly evenings, and on a warm summer’s night, open the French doors that lead out to an enclosed patio garden, and relax with a large glass of wine and your favourite book. Luxury extras include, a Sonos surround sound system, and one bathroom having an inbuilt television.
On the doorstep are award-winning eateries, gastro pubs and numerous interesting shops and boutiques. Helmsley boasts an Art Centre with live events and film programmes, 5 acres of beautiful walled gardens set beside the backdrop of the castle ruins and Duncombe Park, a country estate and home to the International Centre of Birds of Prey. During the summer months there is an open-air swimming pool.
The surrounding areas offer wonderful walking and cycling. The Cleveland Way starts out from Helmsley and the first part of this leads to the magnificent ruins of Rievaulx Abbey. Nestled close to the North Yorkshire Moors, Helmsley is well placed to enjoy all that Yorkshire has to offer including the famous steam train which departs from Pickering, 13 miles away, and transports visitors through stunning scenery to the ancient fishing port of Whitby. Flamingo Land and ‘Go Ape’ in Dalby Forest appeal to all ages and the spectacular coastline is within an hour’s drive. Days out can be enjoyed at the great houses of Castle Howard and Nunnington Hall. The vibrant, medieval city of York, 24 miles, is steeped in history and brimming with attractions, including the iconic Minster and the National Railway Museum. Shop, pub and restaurant 50 yards.
Free WiFi
There is an evening curfew for noise at the property.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Nearby points of interest
- Rievaulx Abbey
- Ryedale Folk Museum
- Eden Camp Modern History Theme Museum
- Flamingo Land
Reviews (24)
-
Julie Hughes
Excellent, clean property, very close to amenities. Loads of dog friendly pubs and cafes and nice walks. A couple of things to note, parking space is quite small if you have a big car. Smaller than a normal supermarket parking space. There are 4 spaces in the photo for various properties in the yard, made more difficult to access as it is in the corner. Pillows have no support and there is no mirror in the top floor ensuite
-
Confirmed Guest
Lovely house in excellent location.
-
Paul
Lovely cottage. Very clean and a perfect space for 6 of us to enjoy the beautiful local area for a family get together. Lots to do and great to be able to walk round the corner into town. We will be back! . One drawback, the comfort of the beds could be improved.