Roecliffe

4.2★

Good

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
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Features

Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Broadband / WiFi

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* Based on a combined average customer score

11 Customer Review(s)

Kathryn Janet
April 2023

“The cottage was clean and comfortable and well situated for the town and adjacent places.”

parking on the road outside was easy. However, there was no house information at all, I had to ring and speak to coastal cottages to get the Wi Fi password. We were unable to open the back door with any of the keys provided , so could not empty the bins, but which also constituted a fire hazard , since the only access was the front door.

parking on the road outside was easy. However, there was no house information at all, I had to ring and speak to coastal cottages to get the Wi Fi password. We were unable to open the back door with any of the keys provided , so could not empty the bins, but which also constituted a fire hazard , since the only access was the front door.

- Kathryn Janet, April 2023
Elaine April 2023

“Unable to have heating on timed, so cold in morning and when back evening.”

Mattress in loft room uncomfortable, springs felt, also quilt thin for time of year, a throw on bed would work, No frying pan only wok which had nonstick coming off. Front garden states you can enjoy your coffee in the morning, no garden furniture so that is misleading, messy with lots of unattractive pots, all of the front was dirty, could be better with a hand rail for safety. Very strong perfume container in lounge, makes you think it is covering up smells, I can’t breath in these as gives headache, if you have asthma it would be a problem. Brilliant location near town and quiet.

- Elaine, April 2023

Thank you for your feedback its greatly appreciated, however I would like to clarify some of the things you have commented upon. 1. There is a fully programmable blue tooth Central Heating control in the living Room. 2. We have inspected the pans and can see normal wear and tear but the non stick is in good working order. We take your point about a frying pan so we will be equipping the property with an air frier for future guests. 3. Garden furniture is there just inside the the entrance vestibule, we are not sure why you did not find it. It just needed lifting through the front door and takes moments to open. 4. The garden fence was blown over in the really bad weather we had recently and we are making a new one as fast as we can sorry we could not erect one in time but we reacted as soon as we could. The fence normally holds the planters. As for the planters we will be filling these with spring flowers as soon as the frost has subsided. 5 After you removed the Hotel Collection Velvety Rose diffuser you don't mention any smells then coming through so on this occasion the velvety rose aroma was just that . We see you removed it to another part of the house and that's fine. We certainly have never experienced any unusual smells! 5. We are continually upgrading and making improvements and take onboard your comments about throws etc and will continue the upgrading. Property Owner
Robert September 2022

“People with motobilty issue should take note of the stairs to the first floor especilly if needing the toilet often.”

As already noted the rear yard could do with a bit of improvement if only on a visual basis. No bread bin of biscult container. Beige carpets! From my point of view the nearness of the local shops and pubs was a big plus. RGL

- Robert, September 2022
Edwin August 2022

“Access to the cottage was difficult if not dangerous via stone steps with no handrail.”

The first bedroom was on the first floor the second on the second floor via steep stairs. If this had been highlighted we would have chosen somewhere else. The rear of property was a bit of an eyesore.

- Edwin, August 2022

Thank you for your feedback. We are sorry that the steps were not for you, it is a quirky property and not for everyone. We have taken on board your other comments which will be addressed in due course. Property Owner
Susan April 2022

“A really lovely, well equipped cottage.”

The location is perfect to explore the area. Walking distance to the centre of the lovely small town of Boroughbridge. We would definitely stay here again.

- Susan, April 2022
Andy February 2022

“This is a lovely mid-terrace cottage in the small town of Boroughbridge, with ...”

This is a lovely mid-terrace cottage in the small town of Boroughbridge, with great access to the East side of the Yorkshire Dales, the North York Moors and also the cities of Ripon and York

- Andy, February 2022
Amanda December 2021

“Really comfortable place to stay.”

Plenty of kitchen equipment, nice location only 2 mins walk from town centre. Cleaned every week during our 4 week stay - Nice.

- Amanda, December 2021
Borbala September 2021

“Beds are now very confortable, thanks for changing it in the master's.”

Very flexible and accomodating host, very helpful. A dishwasher would be a big plus for those who stay for more than a weekend. Otherwise, perfect for a small family.

- Borbala, September 2021
Steve July 2021

“We found Roecliffe cottage to be very clean and centrally situated for all the places we wished to visit such as Knaresborough, Ripon and York.”

Although the cottage is situated next to quite a busy road inside you could hear very little road noise. Boroughbridge village, a few minutes away, is very pleasant and has several bakers, coffee shops and butchers etc. It was however disappointing that the owners didn’t provide an information book promoting both Boroughbridge and wider Yorkshire! We arrived tired and hungry and shopped at a small Spar not realising there is a very large Morrisons just a few minutes away. Also, several neighbours (who were all very pleasant) appear to have different views on the dedicated parking for the cottage. We did park on the main road in the end but it felt safer to park in spaces behind the cottage and obviously more convenient to take cases and shopping in etc. We never did find the answer to the parking question! It would also have been useful to know about recycling. We did however find an excellent small tourist information office in Boroughbridge a few days before we left. They were very helpful regarding local walks and places of interest. In the cottage the kitchen was well equipped, but it would have been nice to have a toaster rather than having to use the electric grill. Positives though were the washing machine and separate dryer. If we had one major complaint about the cottage it would be the poor-quality mattress in the main bedroom. This has been mentioned in previous reviews, the mattress is clearly not fit for purpose in a cottage of this standard and price!!! All in all then a pleasant place to stay and once the mattress is sorted Roecliffe cottage will become a lovely holiday home.

- Steve, July 2021
Lesley July 2021

“Lovely comfortable cottage.”

Agree with another review that the mattress on the king sized bed has seen better days. Also, a blind on the velux window in the double bedroom would be beneficial to block out the early morning light. Kitchen was well equipped. Loved the tunes from the washing machine!!

- Lesley, July 2021
Pamela July 2021

“The cottage had both pluses and minuses.”

From the kerbside it looks very pretty with a well stocked garden and small patio. The lounge is pleasant and the kitchen is well stocked. Some instructions for the microwave would have been useful as we could work out how to use it, being unlike any other that we’d come across. Except for the oven and freezer, everywhere was spotlessly clean apart from a few stains on the living room carpet and main bedroom. Upstairs was lovely - a great bathroom and nicely decorated bedrooms. Bedding and towels appeared to be brand new. The main problem we had was with the mattress on the king sized bed. It was very uncomfortable due to the springs which could be felt on the surface and ‘pinged’ every time one of us moved! My husband’s back suffered each morning as a result. The only other complaint was that the description implied that the courtyard to the rear of the property would be a pleasant place to sit. However it was merely a dull empty yard with a shed and wheelie bins. There also appeared to be a numbered parking space to the rear which was not mentioned. Having said that, we had no problems parking on the road. The cottage is very well located , about a 5 min walk from Boroughbridge’s pretty centre. There are also three pubs close by. We enjoyed our break and the area but would not choose that particular house again.

- Pamela, July 2021

Thank you for your feedback, as a new property we welcome any comments you have. We will take on board your feedback and look into changing the mattress. The back courtyard is shared, The front area is private and the best place for sitting outside. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and appreciated the location. Property Owner

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Summary

Over three floors
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x second-floor double
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC
Kitchen/diner
Utility area
Sitting room with gas fire
Gas central heating with gas fire
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, TV, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
On-street parking
Front private courtyard Shared courtyard
Two well-behaved dogs welcome
Accepts 2 small dogs
Shop 0.3 miles, pub 0.1 mile

The property

Lying in the small North Yorkshire town of Boroughbridge is this mid-terrace cottage, Roecliffe, offering a fantastic touring base for visiting York and Harrogate.

Accommodating up to four guests, Roecliffe is within a stone's throw of Boroughbridge's amenities, and enjoys all the home comforts for an excellent self-catered stay. On entering the property, be greeted by the entrance hallway before heading into the homely sitting room, where two pink sofas offer inviting spots to relax, with a TV to entertain and a gas fire to add extra warmth in the winter months.

The kitchen/diner is beyond here, home to a fitted kitchen equipped with several appliances and a dining table to gather around, while a utility area with further amenities adjoins this space including a washer/dryer.

When the day comes to an end, head upstairs to find a lovely king-size bedroom to retreat to, with a bathroom on this floor too home to a bath with an overhead shower. Continue up to the second floor to find the attic bedroom home to a double bed and resting beneath Velux windows.

Enjoy a morning cup of tea in the front yard before you embark on your adventures, with the town of Boroughbridge home to a host of shops and pubs to browse and enjoy before and after your days out. Head over to the spa town of Harrogate for a special trip to Bettys Café Tea Rooms for some afternoon tea, before exploring the town's many delights including the Mercer Art Gallery, Valley Gardens, The Stray and the Royal Pump Room Museum.

Closer to home is Newby Hall & Gardens consisting of 25 acres of grounds home to a large Georgian house and a children's adventure playground. A trip to the cathedral city of York is not to be missed, with the quaint cobbled streets like the historic Shambles lined with independent shops and eateries, as well as plenty of attractions; visit the JORVIK Viking Centre to get a taste of Viking life in the recreated village, see The York Dungeon and York Castle Museum for a look into the past, and admire the wonderful York Minster and Clifford's Tower.

The Howardian Hills AONB is within easy reach, bursting with unspoilt countryside to roam on bike or foot, as well as the Nidderdale AONB offering some lovely walking areas too.

Enjoy a wonderful escape to North Yorkshire at Roecliffe.

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About the location

BOROUGHBRIDGE

Aldborough 1.4 miles; Ripon 6 miles; Harrogate 11.4 miles; York 16 miles;

Boroughbridge is a small town and civil parish in the Harrogate district of North Yorkshire, England. Historically part of the West Riding of Yorkshire, it is situated approximately 16 miles north-west from the county town of York. The town has a great collection of cafes, restaurants and cosy pubs. There is easy access onto the canal and beautiful walks along the River Ure with many boats and the opportunity to do some fishing. Staveley Nature Reserve is nearby where the superb wetland habitat offers regular sightings of birds, otters and several species of orchid. The village of Aldborough is within easy walking distance where you will find many Roman remains. The annual Aldborough and Boroughbridge Show is a fabulous day out for all the family and the Northern Aldborough Festival is one of the most prestigious classical music events in the country. Boroughbridge is a fantastic base for Knaresborough, Harrogate, Ripon and York.

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Boroughbridge, Vale of York & Yorkshire Wolds (Ref. 1072244)

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Reviews & Ratings

“The cottage was clean and comfortable and well situated for the town and adjacent places.”

“Unable to have heating on timed, so cold in morning and when back evening.”

“People with motobilty issue should take note of the stairs to the first floor especilly if needing the toilet often.”

“Access to the cottage was difficult if not dangerous via stone steps with no handrail.”

“A really lovely, well equipped cottage.”

“This is a lovely mid-terrace cottage in the small town of Boroughbridge, with ...”

“Really comfortable place to stay.”

“Beds are now very confortable, thanks for changing it in the master's.”

“We found Roecliffe cottage to be very clean and centrally situated for all the places we wished to visit such as Knaresborough, Ripon and York.”

“Lovely comfortable cottage.”

“The cottage had both pluses and minuses.”

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About the location

BOROUGHBRIDGE