Valley View Farm Old Byland, Helmsley, YO62 5LG, United Kingdom
#3 of 17 Holiday rentals in Helmsley
Guests' ChoiceBased on 188 hotel reviews
8.8Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.1
Location
9.1
Facilities
8.8
Staff
9.0
Value for money
9.2
Free WiFi
10.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 8 April 2022
Annie
Australianothing
cosy and comfortable cottage, well equipped, great shower
Stayed in April 2022
Reviewed: 1 April 2022
Maureen
United KingdomLoved most of it but the only downside was the sofa which was really uncomfortable. It needs replacing as the cushions are flat and it is hard to sit on for any length of time . The bathroom window needs a blind as you can see through it. I put black sack up so no one could see in. Cobwebs in bedroom on ceiling in corners and around light switch. But generally very clean elsewhere
The bed was so lovely and comfortable. The quilt and bed linen was warm and cosy and off good quality.All the linen towels included was good quality. The heating worked efficiently. It a lovely cosy warm cottage with everything you could need. Generally very clean apart from cobwebs in bedroom. Bathroom was very clean and efficient. Lovely rural area , very quiet.
Stayed in April 2022
Reviewed: 1 March 2022
Tracy
United KingdomHaving to leave
The cottage was beautiful and had everything you could possibly need . Amazing scenery and perfect location just outside Helmsley. Fantastic walks from the farm
Stayed in February 2022
Reviewed: 28 February 2022
Michelle
United KingdomDoor mats inside the front door would have been useful to leave muddy boot on to dry.
The accommodation was very comfortable and had everything we needed. The kitchen was well stocked, the bathroom had a large bath with a shower over it, excellent at the end of a day walking in the beautiful countryside around the farm.
Stayed in February 2022
Reviewed: 21 February 2022
Lauren
United KingdomFantastic cottages for a large family. Everything was there from a baby bed to a potato peeler. Great location with some lovely walks.
Stayed in February 2022
Reviewed: 8 February 2022
Dianne
United KingdomWe were happy with the accommodation.
The location was exactly what we were looking for, a quiet, picturesque, rural setting in a farm location just around the corner from a pretty little collection of cottages Also, the cottage was in the perfect area for us to easily visit the attractions that we wanted to see.
Stayed in February 2022
Reviewed: 3 January 2022
Ruth
United KingdomLovely views, and like a home from home.
Stayed in January 2022
Reviewed: 20 December 2021
Andrea
United KingdomNothing.
This was our third visit to these cottages and we hope to visit again in the future. The cottages are so well equipped and comfortable and the area is beautiful.
Stayed in December 2021
Reviewed: 14 December 2021
Phillip
United KingdomHit or miss WiFi connection, Hit or miss mobile phone signal, Heating off during the day, with us in our 70s these facilities are very important to us.
Great location for touring North Yorkshire, clean spacious welcoming accommodation with good parking, shops restaurants and take away's just five miles away,
Stayed in December 2021
Reviewed: 9 October 2021
Dawn
United KingdomNothing it’s such a lovely place
So quiet and peaceful stayed there a few times ,owners and staff are brilliant , they don’t bother you but if you need to ask anything they are there
Stayed in October 2021
Reviewed: 27 September 2021
Lynne
United KingdomIn really close proximity to Helmsley & lots to visit in the area .
Stayed in September 2021
Reviewed: 25 September 2021
Kenneth
United KingdomTHe quiet relaxed atmosphere of the location
Stayed in September 2021
Reviewed: 25 September 2021
Vivien
United KingdomNothing
It was clean, beautifully decorated, well equipped, comfortable and very accessible
Stayed in September 2021
Reviewed: 12 September 2021
Bruce
United KingdomThere was no enclosed space for our dogs, the other cottages had a secure space per cottage. The downstairs en-suite shower being broken could of caused a big issue for us, fortunate my elderly parents with mobility issues could not make it to stay with us. (The whole reason why we booked this cottage was that it had the downstairs bedroom with en-suite shower room for them.). They would not of been able to use a shower over a bath in the en-suite s upstairs. We were not made aware of this until we pulled up at the cottage.
As we pulled up at the property a lady came from another building a told us the keys for the cottage were in the door, where to park and that the shower in en-suite was broken.
Stayed in August 2021
Reviewed: 10 September 2021
Mark
United KingdomTelevision reception poor but didn't really care,who needs it.
Tea and biscuits on a tray ready for us, Superb !!! Good welcome .
Stayed in September 2021
Reviewed: 6 September 2021
Marie
United KingdomLovely cottages ×3 booked very well equipped, everything we needed. Location was lovely, out in the countryside short drive into Helmsley. Nice walks. Lovely views from the cottages.
Stayed in September 2021
Reviewed: 3 September 2021
Elaine
United KingdomArmchair could have been bigger & a pouffe would have been nice.
Spotlessly clean..really lovely staff..peaceful and quiet..a real little sanctuary to return to after a day out exploring...beautiful bath..super comfy bed.. Netflix prime etc..all round home from home..we loved our stay & would highly recommend..😊
Stayed in September 2021
Reviewed: 31 August 2021
Kayla
United KingdomFrom a personal perspective I didn’t find the sofa that comfortable but that is down to each individual taste
Location was set in a farm in very rural lovely little village. Perfect! Host was contactable for queries. Cottage was lovely and cozy with everything you could possibly need!! Lovely touch of biscuits and meal to greet you upon arrival
Stayed in August 2021
Reviewed: 28 August 2021
Susan
United KingdomNothing
Great location perfect for cycling quiet and relaxing Great value accommodation Friendly and helpful hosts Great walks Great local places to eat and visit
Stayed in August 2021
Reviewed: 14 August 2021
Dacass
United KingdomA little noisy at times, but only what you'd expect from a farm setting.
Great location to get away from it all. Well situated for the Cleveland Way and a variety of different levels of walking. Some fantastic opportunities for good food nearby.
Stayed in August 2021
Reviewed: 5 August 2021
John
United Kingdom🙂 everything was spot on no complaints we will visit again .
Location peaceful setting easy commute to other villages and cities
Stayed in July 2021
Reviewed: 5 August 2021
Patricia
United KingdomWe had to share the back garden and there was only one table and chairs so it was first arrived first served and when they were doing barbecues we had to close the window to avoid the smoke going in the bedroom on the first floor.
It was very well set up and they keys were on the door waiting for us as we arrived late. We had some basic stuff to sttart our weekend and there is a barbecue outside in the back garden.
Stayed in July 2021
Reviewed: 26 July 2021
Barry
United KingdomThe week was very hot We stayed in Form cottage An umbrella for a little shade when sitting outside would be a good idea. Very little privacy outside the cottages. Some guests could be a little loud.
The peace and quiet. An evening walk to spot the local wildlife. Spotted deer, hares, bats, hedgehogs and various birds.
Stayed in July 2021
Reviewed: 19 July 2021
Heather
United KingdomWe stayed in Couch Cottage , it was lovely , comfortable bed , very well equipped included a dishwasher but I don’t know how to use one 😆. The only thing that let the cottage down was the bathroom grouting needs a good scrub with bleach or better still renewing otherwise 11 out of ten .
Very comfortable well equipped cottage . Great views and walks in the area and only a short drive to Helmsley for shops and pubs .
Stayed in July 2021
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