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Reviews of Valley View Farm Holiday Cottages

Valley View Farm Old Byland, Helmsley, YO62 5LG, United Kingdom

#3 of 20 Holiday rentals in Helmsley

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Review score

Based on 187 hotel reviews

8.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.1

  • Comfort

    9.0

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    8.8

  • Staff

    9.0

  • Value for money

    9.1

  • Free WiFi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: 5 May 2024

    10
    Fantastic
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Granary Cottage
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Remote, quiet location with great views

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 May 2024

    10
    Scenic, scenic, scenic. And relaxing.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Granary Cottage
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Most people are not visiting this cottage to watch television - so it's a minor issue, but the reception left much to be desired.

    Overall - extremely pleased by the facilities and location of the guest cottage - warm and comfortable, quiet and beautiful surrounds, fabulous views and everything you needed. Tastefully decorated with a blend of genuine quality furnishings and practical touches. Saw a range of wildlife as well as the spectacular scenery. Relaxing back lane drives and many spots to pull over and just drink in the views. Easy access to Helmsley for coffee shops or quick groceries. Some hills are challenging if you cycle!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Form Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    All good

    Comfortable lovely location 😌

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2024

    8.0
    Great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Form Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Simply as dog owners found light coloured carpets throughout accomodation (including in kitchen area) daunting. Would have benefited from an outside hose (we found a watering can) to clean dogs and maybe an overhanging porch for rainy days as directly enter onto said cream carpet from outdoors. We placed towels down but maybe a more serviceable runner along patio door entrance would be handy.

    Location was peaceful. Comfortable and clean accommodation.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2024

    8.0
    An enjoyable stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Drey Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights

    It would have been even better if the shower had worked properly.

    A lovely cottage in a lovely location.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Form Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great peaceful location dogs loved it.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2024

    9.0
    Nice quiet comfortable base from which to explore the local area and catch up with friends
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Formicary Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Quiet - tucked away

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 April 2024

    8.0
    Lovely rural location. Fantastic views. Great cottage for a family getaway.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Granary Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing . Had a problem with heating when arrived but solved very quickly. Everyone very helpful and friendly.

    Lovely and clean and very comfortable.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    9.0
    Highly recommended.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Formicary Cottage
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Very comfortable accommodation in a beautiful area.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional clean quiet cosy cottage, would stay again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Drey Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The quiet, cosy and clean cottage with plenty of local walks

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2024

    9.0
    Lovely 'get away from it all' stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Couch Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Be aware you are in the countryside so need to drive along small country roads to get anywhere. Although Helmsley is not far away.

    Stayed in Couch cottage which was perfect for the 2 if us and our dog. It was enclosed so safe for the dog. Lovely countryside views from the cottage.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Couch Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Quiet location. Good area for walking. Near to the historic Rievaulx Abbey which is worth visiting.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 March 2024

    8.0
    Formicary
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Formicary Cottage
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lighting in main room and kitchen poor. Had to move the standard lamp around to provide light for my crocheting. Feather pillows uncomfortable.

    Shower hot and good water flow. Dishwasher excellent plus tablets provided. Tea towels and washing up liquid provided. Armchairs comfortable.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 March 2024

    10
    Perfect, cozy and practical little cottage!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Form Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We loved everything! We didn't get chance to do any of the walks from the cottage because of the weather, but we'll definitely do them when we stay again.

    Our cottage was gorgeous! It was cute, practical, warm, so quiet and the scenery was just amazing! We had our own little fenced off courtyard area so our dog could nip out for a sniff without us worrying that she's escape. The location was fabulous! We were a 10 minute drive from Helmsley and there was a little welcome folder with lots of restaurant and attraction recommendations. We've already recommended Valley View Farm Holiday Cottages to our friends and we can't wait to visit again!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 March 2024

    10
    A relaxing stay in the middle of beautiful countryside away from the hustle and bustle
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Formicary Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Maybe a small amount of milk for an initial drink when you arrive. Really nothing at all to complain about though!

    Beautiful little place in stunning location. It is on a working farm so heavy machinery working late at night and early in the morning but this didn't bother us at all, in fact it added to the idyllic setting. The place was very clean, cosy and comfortable. There was a small amount of tea and coffee provided but no milk, however there are supermarkets a ten min drive away in Thirsk, something to bear in mind if you are arriving late. In the accommodation there was a folder containing lots of handy information including some lovely local walks. The gardens of the accommodation were individually fenced, however the one we stayed in had large gate which the dogs could get under, therefore we kept the dogs on their leads when 'toiletting', again not a problem to us. We would definitely stay here again, it would be ideal for groups who want separate accommodation but close together.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 March 2024

    9.0
    A lovely stay in a lovely cosy, clean cottage.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Couch Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Clean and comfortable, stocked with everything you need.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 February 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Formicary Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Excellent location,nice clean warm cottage

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Formicary Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was quiet and peaceful and the facilities were great

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 August 2023

    8.0
    Formicary cottage
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Formicary Cottage
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Cottage was good. Very comfortable bed. Good facilities. But thought the lighting in the lounge area needs improvement

    Location liked being on a working farm in the wide open countryside

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 July 2023

    8.0
    Wonderful stay in a beautiful spot.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Formicary Cottage
    • Stayed 4 nights

    I feel it would be a good idea to have a gate that locks for people staying with dogs and a sofa rather than chairs would be more comfortable. We were also a little disappointed that we did not have the view over the moors from our cottage.

    Lovely cottage with everything we could have needed available, beautiful location with great views.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 May 2023

    10
    peaceful and relaxing!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Form Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing.

    Really easy to find accessible!

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 May 2023

    10
    Wonderful stay in a beautiful place
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Form Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only small thing is the courtyard, they are all stone/concrete, would be better for the dog if it was grass. However there is plenty of grass around the corner and it didn't impact our visit at all.

    The cottages are well decorated and cosy. Instantly felt at home. The surrounding area is beautiful. A very peaceful place and dog friendly which is always a bonus. The owners are very helpful and friendly and the welcome packs are very helpful and informative. The cottage is supplied with everything you could need, and the beds are very comfy!

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 May 2023

    10
    relaxed
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Formicary Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The location was very quiet and easy to find.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2023

    9.0
    Cosy Cottage on a Working Farm
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Formicary Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very Rural Location. Warm and Cosy with lots of hot water. Large Comfy bed and well appointed kitchen.

    Stayed in April 2023

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