Guests say
Rye Cottage in Helmsley receives high praise for its excellent location, modern and spacious interiors, and well-equipped amenities. Guests appreciate the secure parking, en-suite bedrooms, and easy access to local shops, cafes, and attractions. Cleanliness and decor are frequently highlighted, and the cottage is considered ideal for families and groups. Some minor issues are noted, such as occasional maintenance needs, comfort of seating and beds, and limited parking space for larger vehicles. Overall, guests report a delightful and comfortable stay, with many expressing a desire to return.
The majority of reviews describe the property as very clean, immaculate, and well-maintained, with only rare mentions of minor dusting issues.
The location is consistently praised as perfect, central, and within easy walking distance to Helmsley's main square, shops, and attractions.
Guests generally find the cottage comfortable, with quality bedding and peaceful surroundings. Some mention less comfortable seating and beds, but these are outweighed by positive comments.
The cottage is described as well-equipped, with modern amenities, secure parking, and en-suite bedrooms. Minor suggestions include more kitchen items, improved lighting controls, and occasional maintenance.
Several guests mention thoughtful touches such as welcome gifts (chocolates and Prosecco), but as these are not guaranteed, future guests should not expect them as standard.
About this property
This holiday home boasts delightful walks, a cosy interior and many places to enjoy an evening out with friends - truly something for everyone to enjoy.. 2 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, Sound System, Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Freeview TV
Ensuite: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Second Floor:
Bedroom 3: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Freeview TV
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack. Enclosed garden with patio and garden furniture. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking or e-cigarettes.. Peacefully located in the centre of the delightful market town of Helmsley, this traditional stone built cottage-style property enjoys a contemporary interior, high specification finishes and private parking for one car. The impressive open plan living area has a cosy wood burner that is perfect for chilly evenings, and on a warm summer’s night, open the French doors that lead out to an enclosed patio garden, and relax with a large glass of wine and your favourite book. Luxury extras include, a Sonos surround sound system, and one bathroom having an inbuilt television.
On the doorstep are award-winning eateries, gastro pubs and numerous interesting shops and boutiques. Helmsley boasts an Art Centre with live events and film programmes, 5 acres of beautiful walled gardens set beside the backdrop of the castle ruins and Duncombe Park, a country estate and home to the International Centre of Birds of Prey. During the summer months there is an open-air swimming pool.
The surrounding areas offer wonderful walking and cycling. The Cleveland Way starts out from Helmsley and the first part of this leads to the magnificent ruins of Rievaulx Abbey. Nestled close to the North Yorkshire Moors, Helmsley is well placed to enjoy all that Yorkshire has to offer including the famous steam train which departs from Pickering, 13 miles away, and transports visitors through stunning scenery to the ancient fishing port of Whitby. Flamingo Land and ‘Go Ape’ in Dalby Forest appeal to all ages and the spectacular coastline is within an hour’s drive. Days out can be enjoyed at the great houses of Castle Howard and Nunnington Hall. The vibrant, medieval city of York, 24 miles, is steeped in history and brimming with attractions, including the iconic Minster and the National Railway Museum. Shop, pub and restaurant 50 yards.
Free WiFi
There is an evening curfew for noise at the property.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Reviews (28)
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George and Susan Allan
A lovely holiday rental in a fabulous location in Helmsley. Three en-suite bedrooms (1 king, 1 double, and 1 twin), so useful for couples or a family. There are plenty of cafes and restaurants within walking distance, which was just as well, as the kitchen area is quite small and storage space for food (non-fridge goods) is limited. The house is generally well-equipped. A fan in every room was a boon, as the heatwave was still in force. I think the frying pan and wok are coming to the end of their useful lives as they were scratched and losing their non-stick surface, but that was a minor issue, as we weren't cooking anything. The small garden area was utterly delightful and the perfect place to have breakfast, a morning coffee, or an evening glass of wine. The security gates made us feel very secure.
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Anne
The cottage is in a beautiful location with so many places to visit for adults and children alike. We had a fabulous holiday with our grandchildren: going for long walks and visiting York and Knaresborough amongst other places. The cottage was comfortable and parking was easy. We had 2 cars so one parked outside on the street or in a visitor space.
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Chris Gallant
A lovely place to stay - super location!A holiday cottage that really has everything you would need as a base to explore Helmsley and beyond. It's just a stones' throw to the church and an easy walk to the shops/cafes. Plenty of free parking nearby on local streets if more than 1 car. Excellent little outdoor space for a drink too.It's a new home so everything works nicely - although do plan ahead with the underfloor heating as it might take a little while to warm through. Each bedroom has its own en-suite and TV so there'll be no arguments!As with every holiday home there are the usual small gripes (lack of bins, not the kitchen utensil you were looking for, would be nice for a couple more dishwasher tablets etc), but if you plan ahead a little then it's not really an issue at all. The kind welcome gift also goes a long way to settle you in.Would definitely stay again.