Guests say
The Blue Bell is a spacious cottage with a variety of rooms and a large garden, ideal for socialising and hosting large groups. It offers a range of entertainment options and is situated in a location with accessible outdoor activities. Guests have enjoyed their stays, appreciating the ample outdoor space and the property's suitability for events.
Several guests have reported that the property could benefit from a more thorough cleaning, with specific mentions of floors needing a wash, a need for a spring clean downstairs, and some rooms not being up to standard upon arrival.
While guests have mentioned nice places to walk and the sea being a short drive away, there are not enough detailed reviews about the location to provide a comprehensive score.
Guests have found the beds comfortable and the property well-suited for large groups, with facilities that cater to a range of ages and preferences. The layout allows for both socialising and privacy.
The property is equipped with a variety of facilities that guests have enjoyed, such as a bar and games. However, there have been issues with maintenance, including non-functional electrical sockets and leaks during heavy rain.
There are no mentions of gifts or special touches that would indicate the level of thoughtfulness, so it is not possible to provide a score in this category.
About this property
This former hotel is in the village of Burton Agnes, set between Bridlington and Driffield and offers lovely accommodation for large parties. The Blue Bell strikes all the right notes and is a perfect venue for that special day as the central room with its feature glass atrium roof seats up to 100 guests. The bedrooms are split across three areas with eleven in the main house, four set around a courtyard, three duplex apartments and a bunk room. All the bedrooms are en-suite with the majority offering super king-size beds which can be changed to create twin rooms. The master suite is a spacious indulgence with two bathrooms, whilst there is a family duplex room which can sleep up to fourteen. There is a large kitchen, perfect for a chef to create mouth-watering meals and there is a pub on-site which really provides all your needs under one stunning roof and the hot tub adds the icing on the cake. The Blue Bell is a wonderful choice for family gatherings as the central room doubles up as a games room and dining room with standard seating for 40 guests. There are two sitting rooms, one of which is known as the snug as it has an open fire where you can sit, raise your glasses and toast the occasion. In the village, Burton Agnes Hall is a magnificent Elizabethan mansion and well worthy of a visit to both the house and gardens. Walkers and cyclists, history and culture buffs, beach and seascape seekers are all catered for here. The stunning Yorkshire Coast is a mere 6 miles away offering sandy beaches and towering majestic cliffs full of seabirds and the Yorkshire Wolds is a rolling landscape dotted with pretty villages. The lovely market town of Beverley is under 20 miles away and offers a wealth of things to do, there are independent boutiques and shops within charming courtyards and cobbled streets. The Georgian Quarter is architecturally fascinating with many listed buildings including the 15th century North Bar and at the heart of the town is the Gothic cathedral of Beverley Minster. Beverley Racecourse is set in the stunning surroundings of The Westwood which has beautiful common grounds with good walks and views of the town. The Blue Bell is all there ready for you and all you have to do is provide the occasion!
Burton Agnes is a village 6 miles from Bridlington and is famous for the Elizabethan stately home, Burton Agnes Hall, built between 1598 and 1610. The house has been described as ‘the perfect English house’ and one of the twenty best English houses alongside Windsor Castle, Buckingham Palace and Chatsworth House. The house is lived in and has been in the care of the same family for more than four hundred years. The walled gardens and woodland walks are beautiful. Nearby Bridlington has two award-winning beaches of golden sand stretching out on either side of the historic harbour, bustling with activity. Beautifully designed promenades provide everything from fun-fairs to quiet places where you can sit and watch the world go by. Shops, attractions, restaurants and the historic 'Old Town' of Bridlington offer a fascinating contrast to life on the beach, where the latest Dad's Army has been filmed, whilst the Bridlington Spa Theatre on the front provides evening entertainment. A great area for bird and nature lovers, or simply for touring.
Accommodation
Eighteen bedrooms (zip links can be twin on request) and one dormitory bunk room.
All bedrooms have en-suite bath, shower over, basin and WC and super king-size double beds are zip/link, can be twin on request apart from one 4 poster superking.
Main House: Courtyard (accessed by external doors) comprising 3 x ground floor super king-size double (zip/link) with en-suite bathrooms with bath, shower over, basin & WC, 1 x ground floor super king-size double (zip/link) with en-suite wet room with shower, basin & WC, 11 x first floor super king-size double (zip/link) with en-suite bathrooms with bath, shower over, basin & WC (one with two en-suites).
2 x separate duplex family bedroom (sleep up to four each) comprising 1 x ground floor super king-size double with en-suite bathroom with bath, shower over, basin & WC, 1 x mezzanine first floor double.
1 x separate flat with 1 x ground floor super king-size double and 1 x first floor super king-size double, 1 x bathroom with bath, shower over, basin & WC.
1 x ground floor dormitory with four adult bunks with en-suite bathroom with bath, shower over, basin & WC.
Kitchen.
Function room/dining room/games room with pool tables and table tennis tables.
Sitting room.
Snug with open fire.
Gas central heating with electric panel heaters and open fire.
2 x double ovens, 4 plate induction hobs, 2 x integral fridge/freezers, 1 stand alone fridge/freezer, 2 x dishwashers, washing machine.
TV with Freeview.
Fuel, power and starter pack for fire included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off road parking.
Lawned garden with patio and hot tub.
Four well-behaved pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 5 miles.
Note: There are 4 steps up to the function room, however there is a ramp available on request.
Note: All duplex rooms have their own individual access with the upstairs bedrooms open with no separate door.
Note: No smoking property.
Note: Check in 4pm.
Travel cot can be provided on request.
Please note: Only Friday checks ins are accepted when booking online.
Monday check ins are generally welcome with sufficient notice and other check in days may be available with the owner’s prior approval.
If your bookings doesn’t start on a Friday, please contact Sykes to enquire
Reviews (9)
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Ruth
It was absolutely perfect! We decorated the large function room and hired a DJ and Supreme Photo Booths - both excellent. There is a brilliant bar area where all our guests stored the drinks theyâd bought with them. The kitchen facilities were great with loads of fridge and freezer storage space and 2 double ovens where we prepared and served a cooked breakfast on Saturday morning and chicken and chips in the afternoon after enjoying a televised dog racing game in the afternoon in the snug area next to the dining area. On Friday evening we ordered fish and chips from Nafferton Fisheries in Driffield - they gave us a fabulous service - great communication before the event and delivering their hot and tasty food on time. For our party on Saturday evening weâd ordered a load of platters from Morrisons which is only a short drive away. The Blue Bell is in a lovely small village and many of the ladies enjoyed a long walk on Saturday morning including the grounds of Burton Agnes Hall. Communication with the owners and housekeeper prior to arrival and during our stay was excellent - they couldnât have been more helpful. Several guests enjoyed using the hot tub in the lovely grounds at the rear of the property. There were no complaints from any guests who all said they had had a fabulous weekend. The property was warm and comfortable and had everything we needed for a marvelous celebratory time. It was excellent value for money and our guests said they could not believe how we had managed to put the weekend on for the price that they had paid. I would have no hesitation in recommending this venue. Do not expect luxury but if you want a large, clean, comfortable and functional large space to hold your event and sleep your guests at the right price - this is for you.
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Michel
I had carefully selected your venue as it seemed perfect for hosting my 33 guests. From the moment I booked, everything appeared to be well-organized, and I even paid extra for the privilege of an early arrival and late check-out. Unfortunately, my experience was far from what I expected, and it caused significant stress during an event that should have been a joyous occasion. Upon arrival, we found the property cold, with no way to turn on the heaters. Despite making numerous calls and sending several texts, it took far too long to resolve this basic issue. Additionally, the entire place was in desperate need of a deep clean. We were shocked to find that cleaning supplies were unavailable, forcing us to go out and purchase our own mops and products to clean the property ourselves. Some of the rooms were in unacceptable condition: Toilets had been used and not flushed. Floors were dirty, and cobwebs were all over the walls. The outside bin area was littered with black bags, which I refused to clean up. Several rooms had stained bedding, including one with a blood stain that we had to change ourselves. Worse, from rooms 1 to 4, none of the electrical sockets worked, and despite numerous attempts to contact you, this was never resolved. Room 12 had stained bedding with some sort of black ink. Itâs unbelievable that your housekeeper admitted to knowing about the stained sheets but put them on the beds regardless. The condition of the property was unacceptable and created a significant amount of stress. I did not receive the value I expected for the money I spent. My guests, while understanding, were understandably disturbed by the poor conditions, and this situation nearly ruined an event I had spent a year planning. Your housekeeper excused her inaction by saying she was on holiday, and your lack of response was equally frustrating. We have videos and photos documenting all the issues mentioned, and I am appalled that such basic standards of cleanliness and hospitality were not met.
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Diane
We had 23 adults and 6 children under 10 so the space outside to run around in was great. Having paid over £11k for a week, I would expect more towels in rooms, kitchen spray to clean up and soap in communal areas. Facilities to keep the place clean were limited and we had to buy additional tea towels and oven gloves. Could do with a bit of TLC but everyone was generally happy.