Snaptrip says
Anvil Cottage is a spacious and well-equipped property in a lovely village, ideal for exploring North Yorkshire. Guests have enjoyed the hot tub, games room, and the welcoming touches for children and pets. The property's comfort and the friendly local pub add to the positive experience, making it a recommended stay for families and groups.
Guests that stayed at this property said
Most guests found the property clean and comfortable, with some minor issues such as musty towels and the presence of bugs. However, there were concerns about the hot tub's cleanliness and a few reports of areas needing more thorough cleaning.
The cottage is praised for its beautiful location, ideal for exploring the North Yorkshire area. The village is described as lovely and welcoming, with a good local pub and amenities within walking distance.
Guests have found the property spacious and the lounge furniture comfortable. However, there are comments about the need for better mattresses and additional seating. The presence of only one shower for multiple guests has been noted as a drawback.
The property offers a range of facilities including a hot tub and games room, which are popular among guests. However, there are several reports of maintenance issues such as a loud tumble dryer, problematic dishwasher, and a need for an additional shower. The hot tub also had some operational issues.
Guests appreciated the welcome gifts for children and pets, indicating a level of thoughtfulness. However, it should be noted that such gestures are at the discretion of the hosts and may not be guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Lying in the pretty village of Appleton Wiske is this wonderful, large holiday home, Anvil Cottage, boasting four bedrooms and a beautiful garden, offering a family of eight a beautiful North Yorkshire retreat. Discover a stylish interior throughout with excellent features like the games room and the hot tub being welcome additions to any holiday, Anvil Cottage is sure to impress. Park up on the spacious drive with space for four cars, before stepping inside and getting to know the property; discover the beautiful living/dining room first, with a vibrant pink theme with a feature painted wall and lavish plush seating, along with the woodburning stove taking centre stage within the huge inglenook, you'll have no trouble winding down in here amongst your loved ones as you watch TV. Also in here is the dining area, great for gathering around for a family celebration, with delicious food prepared in the amply-equipped kitchen, make use of the electric oven, hob, large fridge/freezer and dishwasher, while the utility adjoining this room has all of your laundry needs covered, great for longer stays! Enjoy a few hours of fun in the fantastic games room, home to a pool table and a TV, you can sip on a refreshing drink while you play a family tournament! A cloakroom completes the ground floor, while heading upstairs brings you to the lovely bedrooms, all with lovely feature wallpaper and quality furnishings, there is a master double bedroom with a contemporary en-suite wet room, a further double, a twin and a further twin with this one home to a single bed and a single raised bunk-style bed. Slip into a slumber in one of the delightful rooms and wake up to a relaxing soak in the bath within the family bathroom, a perfect way to start the day. Spend time out in the beautiful garden which is safe and secure for children and pets, you can enjoy alfresco dining at the outdoor furniture and watch over the children playing on the lawn while you sink into the warm bubbling waters of the hot tub on the decking, a perfect way to enjoy a summer afternoon! The charming village of Appleton Wiske is a lovely spot for a self-catered stay, with the local Post Office/village shop being a short stroll away, as well as the local pub. Venture into the beautiful North York Moors to visit the National Trust Mount Grace Priory, 14th century ruins that were home to a vegetarian and silent order of monks called the Carthusians, with the nearby village of Osmotherley being a perfect pit-stop on your day out for a pub lunch. Not far from here is the village of Whorlton and the ruins of Whorlton Castle, another historic landmark to see, whilst further out but well-worth the visit for the beautiful scenery is the distinctive hill of Roseberry Topping, with fine views across North Yorkshire from top. The bustling town of Northallerton is home to a wider range of amenities, with markets taking place on the high street every Wednesday and Saturday where you can pick up fresh, locally-sourced ingredients for your self-catered cooking, with the Homegrown Food Festival taking place here each June. Delight in discovering the pretty town of Richmond to see the River Swale Waterfalls on a riverside stroll, visit Richmond Castle and catch a show at the Georgian Theatre Royal, there's so much to do! For a wonderful family holiday to North Yorkshire, choose Anvil Cottage.
Resting in the vast flat expanse that is the Vale of York is the small village of Appleton Wiske. Offering a lovely spot for a rural retreat, Appleton Wiske is home to a pub, a Post Office/village shop and a church, with agricultural roots and still many farms within the parish boundaries. Enjoy exploring the landscape with walks in the countryside, leisurely bike rides on the relatively flat roads and visiting the beautiful North York Moors National Park, and the bustling towns of Northallerton and Richmond.
Accommodation
Four bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite wet room shower, basin and WC, 1 x double, 2 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, basin and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Utility.
Living/dining room with woodburning stove.
Games room with pool table
Oil central heating with woodburning stove.
Electric oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, 2 x TV, pool table and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen included in rent.
Stairgate available.
Off-road parking for four cars.
Enclosed garden with decking, hot tub, outdoor furniture and lawn.
One well behaved pet welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.1 mile, pub 0.2 miles.
Please note: no stag or hen parties or similar as property in a quiet village; please be mindful of neighbours.
Hot tub not to be used after 10pm.
Please note, this property doesn't provide any towels.
Nearby points of interest
- Preston Park Museum Grounds
- Dorman Museum
- World of James Herriot
- Richmond Castle
Reviews (43)
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Kirsty
Firstly the booklet said âthere maybe a âslightâ smell from the oil heater, this wasnât the case at all the smell was unbearable in the kitchen and utility, to the point we ended up sitting freezing with the heating off and the windows open to try air it out. We called Skyeâs cottages on the Saturday to double check everything was in order with it, as there was no safety certificate on display to say âit was fit for purposeâand We all woke up on the Saturday with banging heads with the fumes, to be told âif we feel we need to go to hospital to get checked out, then feel free, but the lady (who seriously needed some customer service training) said âwhat do you want me to say that will make this situation better!â ABSOLUTELY SHOCKING!!!! The water in the hot tub was green, the decking was falling to bits, couldnât go in the pool room as it was right next to the oil heater and oh god the smell! All in all, it was a horrible stay. And if I hadnât traveled over an hour to get to it I think we would have all gone home early or at least checked into a hotel. The think that was most upsetting was the fact that Skyeâs cottages didnât care what so ever, they had there money, so get on with it. I definitely wouldnât recommend this house to anyone!!! Which is such a shame as it could be a lovely house.
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Caroline
The smell of fumes was overwhelming and we chose to sit outside and ventilate the property. The smell was particularly bad in the Utility room, pool room, main bedroom and kitchen. Despite lengthy ventilation the fumes led to a member of our party being asphyxiated and he vomited. We had to vacate the main bedroom. As there were only six in our party we were able to locate on the other nights to the other bedrooms. We were told the problem had been remedied but it clearly hasn't. We would not recommend this property indeed we would be concerned about the safety for other residents. When we went home there was a strong noticeable smell on our clothing and luggage. This property is not safe. The TV's were virtually useless. Two channels only BBC 1 and BBC2. Luckily the weather was good so we could sit outside and enjoy the Hot Tub.
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Jessica
The house is in need of serious updating. The furniture is old and worn, and the beds are very uncomfortable, all requiring new mattresses. Additionally, the outdoor area was not well-maintained, with broken decking and outdated garden furniture. The hot tub seemed to be the cleanest area of the property, but getting into it was risky due to a broken and splintered decking area including rusty step ladders. The pervasive oil smell throughout the property made it impossible to enjoy our time indoors. Even opening the windows and doors didn't alleviate the odor much. The property's smell was like it was soaked in turpentine, emitting from an oil fired boiler located in the utility room, where the games room adjoins it. The smell of fumes coming from the boiler was so strong that we were unable to enter the utility or games room. The main bedroom is directly above the utility where the oil fired boiler is located. At night with the windows and doors closed, the fumes were so strong that my eyes were stinging. I had an asthma attack, and both my husband and I felt extremely nauseous. Even our small dog seemed very lethargic with shallow breathing. The overall cleanliness did not meet our expectations, and the strong smell of fumes was unbearable. We entered the property at around 3:50 pm and left approximately 13 hours after arrival. The cost of the holiday was £690 for three nights. We have reported the issue to Sykes Cottages, who have been helpful. However, multiple attempts to contact the owner have led to frustration for both us and Sykes Cottages. The pictures advertised on the Sykes website show a marked difference to the property itself. We didn't receive the service as advertised. We are considering a chargeback through our credit card, as the owner seems not prepared to work with us and Sykes Cottages to come to an agreement. We have also contacted trading standards. It is crucial to highlight that we seldom leave reviews, but the health and safety issues we faced had a significant impact on our experience. These issues must be addressed for the benefit of future guests. It's not just our review; other guests have also reported similar disappointing experiences with this property.