Big Cottages & Group Accommodation in Bradford

Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

• Deborah - Verified booking

  Overall we enjoyed our stay at Ryecroft Barn.

  We made good use of the Conservatory which was bathed in light and although the American style fridge freezer was not working, the replacement fridge freezer in the utility room was adequate for our use. All the bedrooms were clean and comfortable, and the 2 family rooms were very spacious. The airing cupboard was an added bonus for drying towels. There were some areas which I feel could be improved. There are 3 steep steps outside leading to the main door, and 2 steps to the conservatory door. I feel a handrail would be useful for less able guests. My arthritic father really struggled with these and felt that a handrail would have helped him immensely. In the kitchen the only kitchen knives provided were the size of pen knives. Very small, perhaps camping knives? Almost impossible to cut bread with. A decent set of knives would have been appreciated. The shower door in the main bathroom opens inwards which makes it awkward to get in and out. Only by pressing yourself up against the back wall can you edge yourself in. Perhaps the door could be rehung so it opens outwards? And finally the sofa in the conservatory, whilst comfortable, is flaking quite badly. I noticed brown specks around the base and when I lifted the throw I saw that the seat area was flaking badly. I feel that this is a lovely property but with a few adjustments it could be so much more.

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• Peter - Verified booking

  The cottage in general was quite good.

  The bedrooms were clean and comfortable, the beds very comfortable. However, downstairs was less than expected. The kitchen although quite large, with dishwasher, and plenty of cupboard space, the Fridge/freezer had a fault which should have been put right before we arrived at the property. Although there was a smaller fridge/freezer in the utility room. The cooker was less than adequate for a family of eight, with just two induction hobs, and a grill plate. There was a gas hob as well, but this was not working. The conservatory was very hot, although there was air conditioning, this also did not work. The furniture looked like it had been bought in a second hand furniture shop, or charity shop. the carpets in the conservatory were curled up at the edges, and some if not all of us often tripped over these. The windows in the conservatory had not been cleaned in a long while with moss growing on the roof windows. Cobwebs covered most of the outside of the conservatory, I understand being in the country this could be a problem, but they hadn't been cleaned for a while. The lounge/ TV room was quite comfortable although it had a dank damp smell. Sweets broken biscuits and other unknown objects were found down the sides and underneath the cushions. On the whole it is a lovely cottage, and very well situated. With a little TLC it could be so much better.

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• Furrokh - Verified booking

  A great Holiday cottage and wonderful and helpful hosts Michelle and Paul.

  The property is spacious and was immaculate when we arrived. Two sitting rooms with lots of space and lovely furniture A lovely rocking chair to sit and soak in the lovely views of the outdoor seating and greens. The bedrooms have lovely views with windows in Bedrooms and bathrooms. Spacious bathrooms one on-suite and the other in close proximity to two other bedrooms. Enough storage in all rooms. Both Bathrooms tastefully done and brand new. The showers are great with good pressure unlike most of holiday cottages we have been. The kitchen very well equipped with lots of pots and pans and cutlery, glasses, cups and the best kitchen knives. The fridge is huge for storing with a fantastic washing machine all brand new. Thanks to Michelle for leaving us some goodies. Everything provided was of high standard with quality tea, coffee, Prosecco, milk and biscuits. No wonder they have earned the best Sykes award for giving us the quality and space for a great outdoors holiday. We couldn't use up the whole week due to work commitments but we had a great holiday. The Grouse INN is just a few minutes from the cottage and is value for money. Just a note of thanks to Michelle and Paul for the most comfortable and amazing stay in their cottage and we hope to visit again as we love Yorkshire.

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• John - Verified booking

  On the Whole a lovely house ,however there were some things that are expected when paying that amount of money ,things that wouldn't cost a lot of money but will make a world of difference to guests .

  Upstairs (and nowhere in the house ) a full length mirror was nowhere to be found surely this is basic ,also a lock on the family bathroom is really a basic . The kitchen..well a really lovely kitchen just let down by things people expect these days ,,the cutlery looks like it was bought it Poundland shop very poor quality ,that goes for all the other utensils ,also a coffee machine would be a lovely addition (none of us drink instant coffee ,but luckily I took my Nespresso ) A high chair as well, in a house of that size please, when you know a baby is coming . The other thing that would be helpful is some information or leaflets on where to go in the local area ,and the walks ,there is a lovely park just a couple of minutes away but we only found it by chance ! There is usually a book around with all this info in. I don't want to sound as if we are complainers because we all had a really lovely time it is just little touches ,the house itself was perfect for us all to spread out if we wanted to ,and easy to get to many interesting places ,we would return ..

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• Maria - Verified booking

  We had went as a group of 10 friends, to do the Yorkshire dales 3 peak challenge.

  Slightly far from the starting point but we had absolutely loved the accommodation and had dearly wished that we taken an extra day to soak in the house. We were slightly apprehensive prior to arriving at the property due to the recent reviews, but the place turned out to be better than expected though I can understand what some people might feel towards the amount of notes placed around the house. It was a warm and very spacious house. However, it should be noted that the toilet downstairs is not easily lockable, and one of the ensuite room's toilet is doorless too. The pots/pans are on the worn out side so might have struggled a little in terms of cooking had we needed to stay in the house for meals frequently. Despite all that, we had absolutely loved the conservatory, felt like a sauna under the gorgeous sun we had over the weekend, and the rooms were spacious. I would go back again to this place if I am ever in the area, especially if more locks and better cookery are added. Thank you very much!

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