Guests say
Castle View in Helmsley receives high praise for its cleanliness, prime location, and comfort. Guests appreciate the well-equipped facilities and the property's thoughtful touches, making it an ideal choice for groups and families. The garden and outdoor space are particularly enjoyed, and the owner's helpfulness enhances the experience.
Reviewers consistently mention the property as 'spotlessly clean' and 'immaculate', indicating a very high standard of cleanliness that contributes positively to their stay.
The property's location is frequently highlighted as 'perfect', 'ideal', and 'superb', being just a short walk from Helmsley's market square and local amenities, which guests find very convenient.
Guests describe the cottage as 'cosy', 'comfortable', and 'warm', suggesting a high level of comfort. The property caters to a wide age range, from children to the elderly, enhancing the comfort for all guests.
The property is praised for being 'well equipped', 'well cared for', and having 'everything you could need'. The presence of a garden and conservatory are frequently appreciated, although no negative comments about maintenance are present to suggest any issues.
While guests express gratitude for the owner's helpfulness and the property's welcoming atmosphere, there are no specific mentions of gifts or additional thoughtful gestures that would warrant a score in this category.
About this property
A superb, semi-detached house in a quiet position, a couple of minutes' walk from the centre of the pretty market town of Helmsley. Lovingly and tastefully furnished and decorated, the property offers extremely comfortable accommodation, with spacious, sunny bedrooms, a lovely sitting room with open fire, and a delightful conservatory opening onto a pretty garden in which to relax and unwind. Enjoy riverside walks, traditional tea rooms and former coaching inns. Explore the market square and lanes with a selection of shops and pubs, or visit the stately home at Duncombe Park. Helmsley has its own castle and walled garden, both within a five minute walk. Within easy reach are the stunning North York Moors, Whitby, Scarborough and much, much more. An ideal base for everyone!
On the southern edge of the North York Moors National Park is the prestigious market town of Helmsley. Lying in a sheltered corner of Upper Ryedale, this lovely settlement boasts a spacious market square surrounded by houses, hotels and shops as well as a 12th Century castle. English Heritage's Rievaulx Abbey is close by too and there is a multitude of excellent walks in the near vicinity, the most well known of these - the Cleveland Way â starting in the village itself. The region's capital of York is less than an hour's drive to the south, whilst Scarborough and the east coast just over an hour. The famous steam railway line at Pickering is just a thirty minute drive away.
Accommodation
Four bedrooms: 1 x ground floor double, 1 x king-size double with en-suite shower, basin, WC, 1 x twin with 2 additional pull-out beds, 1 x adult bunk with single chair bed.
Ground floor shower room with shower, basin, WC.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, WC.
Fitted kitchen with dining area.
Sitting room with open fire.
Conservatory.
Utility.
Gas central heating with underfloor heating in kitchen, bathrooms & conservatory and open fire.
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, video, DVD, radio/CD, WiFi, selection of DVDs and videos.
Fuel, power & starter pack for fire included in rent.
Bed linen & towels included in rent.
Stairgate, highchair and travel cot available.
Off road parking for 1 car, additional roadside parking outside property.
Enclosed lawned garden & patio with furniture & BBQ.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome, £10 pppw.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shops & pubs 2 mins walk.
Please note: this property can only accommodate changeovers on a Monday or a Friday.
Nearby points of interest
- Rievaulx Abbey
- Nunnington Hall
- Ryedale Folk Museum
- Flamingo Land
- World of James Herriot
- Eden Camp Modern History Theme Museum
- Mathewsons Classic Cars
Reviews (50)
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Susan
The location is ideal and parking is good. A holiday home we would like to visit again.
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Allison
The cottage is extremely well equipped, warm, inviting and comfortable. The location is a very short walk to the square in Helmsley. It was lovely to meet Helen the owner of the property, her reassurance that if we had any issues with the property, we could contact her - no contact was necessary. We had a great holiday and would certain return to Castle View.
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Marie
It was one of the few pet permitted places we have stayed that is genuinely pet friendly! It was exceptionally clean with lots of nice extra touches, and no skimping on the heating! Everything was well thought out, and all needs catered for. The owner Helen was lovely, and very attentive. We had a fantastic time and would love to return in the future. A little gem in a beautiful location.