Guests say
Journeyman Loft is a well-situated, cosy cottage in Skipton, offering easy access to local amenities and transport. Guests appreciate its cleanliness, comfortable furnishings, and the convenience of its location. While some guests mention a musty smell and noise from a nearby nightclub, the property's charm and the town's attractions seem to outweigh these concerns.
The property consistently receives high praise for its cleanliness, with multiple reviews noting it as clean and well-maintained. A slight deduction is made for a few mentions of a musty smell.
The location is highly regarded due to its proximity to the town centre, public transport, and local attractions. However, some guests noted issues with noise from a nearby nightclub and steep access, slightly lowering the score.
Guests find the property comfortable, mentioning good sleep quality and a cosy fireplace. Some concerns about the bed's comfort and noise disturbances are noted, affecting the score marginally.
The property is well-equipped with necessary amenities, though several reviews point out issues with the oven controls and suggest improvements. The steep access and parking challenges are also considered here.
There is insufficient information regarding any thoughtful gestures or gifts provided by the hosts, as no reviews mention such details. Therefore, a score cannot be given for this category.
About this property
Spacious end terrace cottage in elevated position close to the centre of
Skipton, yet just a two minute walk from the main high street. This Skipton cottage provides welcoming accommodation in an enviable position, commanding long distance views over the town towards the church, castle, Skipton woods and the surrounding fells. Refurbished to a good standard, this Skipton cottage features an open plan, split-level living area with a sitting area with woodburning stove, a dining area and a well-equipped galley kitchen, along with a ground floor bathroom with thermostatic shower system and a Super king double, with open plan living room commanding long distance views over the town towards the church, castle and surrounding fells. Skipton, well known as 'The Gateway to the Dales' offers Skipton Castle, one of Britain's finest examples of a medieval castle, as well as an historic canal basin, from where boat trips can be enjoyed. Skipton also boasts shops, restaurants, tea rooms and a traditional market selling fresh produce. Close by there are excellent cycling routes and a number of walks, from easy rambles to challenging fell walks. A Skipton cottage, which provides a warm and cosy romantic retreat.
The market town of Skipton is situated on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. The town has a castle, an old parish church and a market occupying the cobbled setts each side of the high street. Enjoy a canal trip on a traditional barge or visit the Embsay Steam Railway. Also golf, swimming, squash, tennis and snooker are all available locally.
Accommodation
Spacious bedroom with one super king-size double (zip/link, can be twin on request)
Bathroom with shower unit, basin and WC.
Split-level open plan living/dining area with galleried kitchen.
The property is on 3 levels.
Galleried kitchen accessed via 5 steps from the sitting/dining area.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washer/drier plus tumble drier in garage.
Dining and sitting area with woodburning stove, and views over Skipton towards the church, castle, Skipton woods and surrounding fells.
TV with Freeview and WiFi.
The bedroom is accessed via stairs from the kitchen/bathroom level.
Bed linen and towels included in rent
Gas central heating throughout with woodburning stove in sitting area.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Starter pack provided for the woodburning stove, additional wood for stove is available on site, on a honesty box basis.
One well-behaved dog welcome (additional dog by request, sorry no other pets accepted).
Sorry, no smoking.
Shops and pubs 1 min walk.
Please Note:
The garage is on the ground floor when you access the property from the front, via the external staircase of 10 steps leading to the sitting/dining area.
The kitchen and bathroom are at ground level when the property is accessed from the rear (drop off point only).
Access to the property is via a narrow lane.
Suitable for Babes-in-arms and children over 12 only
Nearby points of interest
- Skipton Castle
- Gordale Scar
- Brontë Parsonage Museum
Reviews (41)
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Vince
Very comfortable, a short walk to all the shops , bars , and restaurants, and the Yorkshire Dales a short drive away.
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Michael
Need to be reasonably fit to manage steep slope and steps to entrance
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Philippa
(Only suggestion is some plastic chopping boards in the kitchen). Thanks!