Guests say
Journeyman Loft is a well-equipped and spotlessly clean cottage in the heart of Skipton, ideal for exploring the town and surrounding countryside. Guests praise its excellent location, comfortable beds, and thoughtful amenities. The property is particularly convenient for those using public transport, with shops and attractions nearby. While access via a steep, narrow lane and steps may challenge those with mobility issues, and occasional noise from a nearby nightclub is noted, the overall experience is highly positive, with many guests keen to return.
Multiple reviews highlight the property as spotlessly clean and well-maintained, with only rare mentions of a musty smell. Cleanliness is consistently praised by guests.
The central location is a major highlight, with guests appreciating proximity to Skipton's town centre, public transport, and local attractions. Some mention noise from a nearby nightclub, but most find the location excellent.
Guests frequently mention comfortable and spacious beds, a cosy atmosphere, and a well-equipped kitchen. A few note the bed was uncomfortable or the property was a little tired, but overall comfort is rated highly.
The cottage is praised for being very well equipped, with modern appliances, a large shower, and thoughtful extras. Some minor maintenance issues are mentioned, such as a loose wardrobe door or dim bathroom lighting, but these do not detract significantly from the overall experience.
Several guests mention thoughtful touches such as milk, cookies, and dog bowls, as well as friendly and accommodating hosts. Please note that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Spacious end terrace cottage in elevated position close to the centre of
Skipton, yet just a two minute walk from the main high street. This Skipton cottage provides welcoming accommodation in an elevated position, commanding long distance views over the town towards the church, castle, Skipton woods and the surrounding fells. Refurbished to a good standard, this Skipton cottage features an open plan, split-level living area with a sitting area with woodburning stove, a dining area and a well-equipped galley kitchen, along with a ground floor bathroom with thermostatic shower system and a Super king double, with open plan living room commanding long distance views over the town towards the church, castle and surrounding fells. Skipton, well known as 'The Gateway to the Dales' offers Skipton Castle, one of Britain's finest examples of a medieval castle, as well as an historic canal basin, from where boat trips can be enjoyed. Skipton also boasts shops, restaurants, tea rooms and a traditional market selling fresh produce. Close by there are excellent cycling routes and a number of walks, from easy rambles to challenging fell walks. A Skipton cottage, which provides a warm and cosy romantic retreat.
The market town of Skipton is situated on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. The town has a castle, an old parish church and a market occupying the cobbled setts each side of the high street. Enjoy a canal trip on a traditional barge or visit the Embsay Steam Railway. Also golf, swimming, squash, tennis and snooker are all available locally.
Accommodation
Spacious bedroom with one super king-size double (zip/link, can be twin on request)
Bathroom with shower unit, basin and WC.
Split-level open plan living/dining area with galleried kitchen.
The property is on 3 levels.
Galleried kitchen accessed via 5 steps from the sitting/dining area.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washer/drier plus tumble drier in garage.
Dining and sitting area with woodburning stove, and views over Skipton towards the church, castle, Skipton woods and surrounding fells.
TV with Freeview and WiFi.
The bedroom is accessed via stairs from the kitchen/bathroom level.
Bed linen and towels included in rent
Gas central heating throughout with woodburning stove in sitting area.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Starter pack provided for the woodburning stove, additional wood for stove is available on site, on a honesty box basis.
One well-behaved dog welcome (additional dog by request, sorry no other pets accepted).
Sorry, no smoking.
Shops and pubs 1 min walk.
Please Note:
The garage is on the ground floor when you access the property from the front, via the external staircase of 10 steps leading to the sitting/dining area.
The kitchen and bathroom are at ground level when the property is accessed from the rear (drop off point only).
Access to the property is via a narrow lane.
Suitable for Babes-in-arms and children over 12 only
Reviews (49)
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Lynn
Access was fine for us but consideration needed for those with limited mobility. Steep access at the entrance. Very comfortable bed and kitchen facilities were plentiful. Skipton Castle and woods well worth a visit and walking along the canal towpath was lovely. Lots of narrow boats and fellow walkers.Grassington and Settle both worth the visit. The Woolly Sheep for Sunday roast is a must and The Curious Fox served beautiful dishes to suit all tastes. Our week was truly memorable,days filled with reasonable weather in March. One or two pointers,wardrobe door in bedroom is very loose and some pans in the kitchen need their handles tightened, would be very sorry if there was an accident.
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Mandy
The hustle and bustle of the market and the shops that sell unique gifts are fantastic.. parking is great right outside your door..the loft is so warm and cosy and the bed were oversized and were so comfy we didnât want to get up.. even though your in the town it were so quite and peaceful. Fantastic walks to be done bus station right on doorstep so donât have to use car and go to Leeds and other towns ..weâve booked again for this year to go back in July and dec this will definitely be a place to keep revisiting. A big thank you to mr and mrs Hunter.
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Stephanie
We appreciated the milk and cookies she left for us too. We even met the owner of the cottage and she was delightful. The cottage was comfortable and certainly had everything we could need. The linens and towels were a lovely quality and the bed was very comfortable. The bedroom was a great size for a cottage. The description of being over three floors was accurate and not much of an issue. However, the steep and narrow lane driving up to the cottage was an issue because our rental car (BMW X5) was too wide to navigate the narrow space. We had to park in a public car park for the week. A smaller car would have no problem. There are steep stairs leading up to the cottage and a steep lane way which I found a bit trying because Iâm waiting on a knee replacement. Again, this was described accurately prior to us arriving so Iâm certainly not complaining but feel anyone with mobility issues should be aware of this. Our stay was overall very pleasant and we enjoyed our visit to Skipton.