Guests say
Belvedere Farm in Halifax is highly praised for its beautiful, tranquil setting and spacious, well-decorated interiors. Guests enjoyed the hot tub, games room, and the property's ample space for large groups and family gatherings. The surrounding wildlife and walks add to the charm, with the property being a hit for both adults and children. The host's responsiveness and hospitality are frequently commended, contributing to a memorable stay.
Guests consistently report the property as lovely and clean, with spotless conditions on arrival. The high level of cleanliness contributes significantly to the overall positive experience.
The property's secluded setting in the Yorkshire Dales - South is appreciated for its peace and proximity to local attractions. The presence of wildlife and scenic walks directly from the property enhances its appeal, although the long driveway was a challenge for some.
Numerous reviews highlight the comfort of the property, mentioning cosy bedrooms, multiple living spaces, and ample room for relaxation. The presence of various amenities like a hot tub and games room further underscores the comfort provided.
Facilities such as the games room, hot tub, and outdoor areas are highly praised. Some guests noted areas for improvement, including kitchen equipment and maintenance of certain amenities, but these do not detract significantly from the overall positive feedback.
While guests have mentioned a welcome basket and the owner's attentiveness, there are not enough references to consistently assess the level of thoughtfulness across all reviews. Therefore, a score cannot be provided, and guests should note that such personal touches, while appreciated, are not guaranteed.
About this property
Tucked away amongst 10 glorious acres of woodland on the outskirts of Hipperholme, West Yorkshire, rests this striking Victorian holiday home, Belvedere Farm. Set across four levels and comfortably sleeping up to 12 guests, Belvedere Farm is the perfect base for a group of friends or family looking for a countryside retreat. Journey through the woodland along the track road and park up at the foot of this magnificent dwelling, marvelling at the eye-catching Victorian architecture and the peaceful setting of the surrounding greenery before making your way inside to begin your staycation. Stepping inside, discover a handy utility room alongside a shower room, where you can freshen up your wardrobe and enjoy a quick rinse following a day of adventure. When stomachs start to rumble, make your way through to the well-equipped kitchen, where the designated chef can make use of the fantastic facilities to prepare heart-warming dishes before loading the dishwasher to keep the space neat and tidy. Uncork a chilled bottle of wine from the cooler and gather together with your guests in the nearby dining room to indulge, backed by the sound of your favourite show playing on the Smart TV, or make mealtimes an alfresco affair with a sociable seat on the patio, backed by the peaceful scenery of the still waters of the pond. Settle down for the evening with a sumptuous spot in front of the Smart TV in the sitting room, uniquely positioned on the first floor and thoughtfully laid out with a traditional décor of exposed wooden beams and a rustic woodburning stove. Escape the excitement and enjoy an intimate escape in the snug, where you can delve into the pages of a captivating book at the glow of the electric fire gently warms the room. End each day in style with an indulgent soak in the bubbling hot tub for an evening under the stars or retreat indoors to the orangery where you can finish up evening drinks whilst still enjoying the unspoilt countryside views. When sleep calls, you're spoilt for choice between six well-presented bedrooms, the first of which is accessed via a set of stairs leading from the orangery, where you'll find a sumptuous king-size with the benefit of its own en-suite bathroom, perfect for beating the morning queues! Two king-size rooms and a double and are all positioned on the second floor, with a further king-size and double set in an elevated position on the third floor, with the latter fit with their own Smart TV so you can catch up on your favourite show from the comfort of the covers. Along with the ground floor shower room, servicing this fabulous property is a second-floor bathroom, fit with an elegant roll-top bath and walk-in shower, along with a third-floor shower room, giving guests the choice between a luxurious soak amongst the bubbles or a quick morning rinse. Get better acquainted with your surroundings and take a leisurely stroll through the extensive grounds that envelope your new home-from-home where you can watch the ducks as the play on the peaceful waters of the pond. The property also has a pool table, dartboard, bar and sofas in a detached building in the grounds. Take a break from doing the cooking and venture into the heart of Hipperholme where you'll find a fantastic selection of delicious eateries on offer, ranging from elegant restaurants, traditional pubs and convenient takeaways, promising to serve something to suit all tastes and budgets, or if you'd prefer, head to the local shop to pick-up some tasty treats to enjoy from the comfort of your holiday home. Keep entertained with a visit to Shibden Park, where you can tour the medieval grounds of Shibden Hall, a Grade II* listed historic house, indulge in a coffee and a slice of cake with a view of the boating lake at Coffee Culture In The Park, or journey through the greenery aboard the Miniature Railway. Be sure to pack your clubs, as the avid golfer may want to spend an afternoon at Lightcliffe Golf Club or the nearby Crow Nest Park Golf Club. Jump in the car and visit the bustling town of Halifax, where you can treat yourself to a spot of retail therapy or a well-deserved tipple at The Piece Hall Halifax, catch a live performance at the Victoria Theatre Halifax, or keep the little ones busy with a fascinating exploration of the interactive exhibits on display at Eureka! The National Children's Museum. For your next group celebration in Yorkshire, be sure to choose Belvedere Farm as a base that you'll be delighted to return to.
Resting within the Calderdale area of West Yorkshire is the delightful village of Hipperholme. Home to a handful of pubs and restaurants, along with a fantastic selection of shops, Hipperholme offers all of the essentials to its visitors. Be sure to pack your clubs, as there's an 18-hole golf course to keep you entertained, along with the peaceful setting of Woodhead Park, perfect for a picnic. Set a stone's throw away are the bustling towns of Halifax and Brighouse, both well worth a visit and offering a fantastic selection of amenities and attractions.
Accommodation
Over four floors.
Six bedrooms: 1 x king-size with Juliet balcony and en-suite bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC, 1 x second-floor king-size (zip & link so can be twin) with Smart TV, 1 x third-floor king-size with Smart TV, 1 x third-floor double with Smart TV, 1 x second-floor double, 1 x king-size (zip & link so can be twin).
Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Second-floor bathroom with roll-top bath, walk-in shower, handheld shower, basin and WC.
Third-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Utility.
Dining room with TV.
First-floor sitting room with woodburning stove.
First-floor snug with electric fire.
The property also has a pool table, dartboard, bar and sofas in a detached building in the grounds.
First-floor orangery with balcony.
2 dogs are welcome - please enquire about any additional dogs.
Central heating with woodburning stove and electric fire.
Electric range oven and ceramic hob, microwave, kettle, toaster, American-style fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher.
6 x Smart TVs, WiFi.
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Private off-road parking.
Garden with lawn, patio, furniture and hot tub and first-floor balcony with furniture.
Pet-friendly.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.5 miles, pub 0.3 miles.
Note: There is an unfenced pond in the garden, please take care and ensure that children are supervised at all times.
Note: There are steep stairs leading from the ground floor to the first floor, please take care.
Note: The first floor bedroom is accessed via a set of stairs leading from the orangery.
Note: There is a step up into the snug, please take care.
Note: There is a step up to the third-floor shower room, please take care.
Note: The property is accessed via an unmade track road
Reviews (45)
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Darren
We are a large family of 11 ranging from 8 to 83 with 2 dogs and everyone loved the property. The welcome basket on arrival including a bottle fizz and sweets was lovely. We had a fantastic Weekend. What we couldn't fathom was needing to pay 50p for the pinball machine in the games room and a pain when we didn't have any cash., We were really looking forward to using the games room but some of the facilities were either not working or available eg. TV / playstation and had this not been the case we would have scored 5 stars. The only other problem we had was that one of the ovens didn't seem to reach temperature, and caused some challenges when cooking for so many but we did manage. The cottage is well located but we stayed put all weekend and loved the large grounds and walks. Games room had a working pool table but TV, playstation didn't work / not available. Had to pay 50p for pinball machine, but on the other hand received In the kitchen, the kitchen tap was loose and one of the ovens didn't seem to heat properly.
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Colin
We needed some extra firewood, and also help with WIFI code. Both requests were quickly dealt with, by contacting Racheal, her colleague, who brought ample fuel, and confirmed log in details for WIFI. My wife Maureen and I, our son, daughter, all our grandchildren, a party of ten all enjoyed a lovely pre Christmas break together. Highly recommended.
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Lesley
Its so peaceful with lots of quirky places to chill. On our arrival as we drove down the track we spotted squirrels and deer, and during the rest our stay we continued see these plus cows, a fox, a heron, ducks and moor hens. The house its self is beautiful with several different size rooms which meant with 4 generations in the house, we were able to gather as a family and separate as needed. The kitchen is large with an unconventional layout but it works for large groups, we were able gather around the long table and still be able to cook. Our granddaughter especially liked to space for fire engine. The bedrooms are each unique and comfortable with plenty of space, however not all the bathrooms have locks on so we had to come up with a system when using so no one walked in on any one when showering. Unfortunately for us the weather wasn't kind so we were unable to use the outdoor seating areas often. We might have been able to use the top patio if the cushions had been kept in a storage box when raining. We did however use the hot tub, another great addition to the house and it was very enjoyable relaxing in the rain. The Games room is a fantastic addition its like your own personal pub, for us the orientation of the pool table meant, we interrupted the darts and vice versa when playing. The go karts provided some extra entertainment for the big kids. Denise is a great host with a fantastic property, her directions are perfect for finding Belverdere Farm totally ignore Sykes. We had the most relaxed week and would highly recommend a stay here.