Guests say
Guests have enjoyed their stays at The Mistal, praising its cleanliness, comfortable furnishings, and stunning views. The surrounding countryside offers delightful walks and the nearby town of Howarth provides a charming historical backdrop. Some guests appreciated the welcoming touches such as wine and milk.
Most guests found The Mistal to be clean and comfortable, with only a couple of isolated comments about minor cleanliness issues. Overall, the property is well-maintained.
The property's location is highly praised for its beautiful views and proximity to Howarth. However, some guests noted the hilly terrain and the uneven farm track leading to the cottage.
The majority of reviews highlight the comfort of the beds and the cosy atmosphere of the cottage. The property seems to provide a pleasant and relaxing environment.
Facilities are generally well-regarded, with a well-equipped kitchen and thoughtful touches. Some guests suggested improvements such as patio furniture and a hairdryer, and there were comments about the heating system being controlled by the owners.
Guests mentioned receiving welcoming gifts such as wine and milk, which were appreciated. It should be noted that such gestures, while thoughtful, are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Enveloped by luscious green fields near Oakworth, in a beautiful region of Yorkshire known as Brontë Country, is The Mistal. It is the ideal getaway for a small family of four or group of friends looking to tour the area. You have stunning walking country on the doorstep that inspired the famous Brontë sisters, which you can explore at your own leisure. The interior boasts a bright and sunny open-plan living room with a contemporary kitchen, perfect for those home-cooked dinners you'll want to prepare; although should you wish to dine out, there are many eateries in the nearby villages. On return you can relax and unwind in the lounge as you and your loved ones reminisce over the day's adventures. Climb the stairs to the bedrooms and find a well-presented king-size to catch your rest, wake up to a lovely morning cup of tea and take in the views from the window of the winding valley. There is also a twin room enjoying the vistas, followed by the family bathroom. You even have a private patio outside, accessed via the doors from the lounge, as well as handy off-road parking. There are plenty of outdoor pursuits to try in the area including, mountain biking, rock climbing and sailing, as well as plenty of walking and cycling. Venture a short distance into Oakworth to stop for a pint at one of two friendly pubs, before purchasing any essentials at the local supermarket, embarking on a stroll through the idyllic Holden Park and trying your hand at putting at Branshaw Golf Club. The nearby village of Haworth is only a 20 minute walk away and home to the Brontë Parsonage Museum along with a myriad of antique shops, traditional pubs and the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway. Visit the market town of Skipton, known as the Gateway to the Dales and travel across to Harrogate for a lovely day out browsing the shops and visiting the gardens and tea rooms. You are also within easy reach of the cities of Manchester and Leeds. For a varied holiday in a picturesque region of England, look no further than The Mistal.
The Mistal can be booked alongside Bronte Barn (1087860), which is next door, together accommodating up to 8 people.
Oakworth is a Pennine village, overlooking the Worth Valley in West Yorkshire. Nearby, Haworth was home to the Brontë sisters, who were much-inspired by the surrounding moorland. The area is full of popular places to visit, including the Brontë Parsonage Museum, East Riddlesden Hall, and the Museum of Rail. Within easy reach of the village are the towns of Keighley, Ilkley, Skipton and Colne; all providing marvellous outings.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
Electric heating.
Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, washing machine.
TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 2 cars.
Enclosed patio.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking/vaping.
Shop and pub 0.75 miles.
Note: Check-in is from 3pm, check-out by 10am.
Note: The walk down from the cottage by the brook to Haworth is hilly.
Please note: there is potentially some roofing work due to start at Bronte Barn next door to this property which will require some scaffolding up at the Barn; work may start in September 2024 but depends on the weather also; please call with any queries
Nearby points of interest
- National Science and Media Museum
- Gaddings Dam
Reviews (14)
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Gill
We were very appreciative of the extra heating which came on when the weather suddenly got cooler! Many thanks for the wine, biscuits and milk which were much appreciated.
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Valerie
Very clean, nicely furnished and extremely well equipped for self catering, couldnât fault anything. The wine, chocolate biscuits, milk and tea were a nice welcome. Neil kept in contact before and during our stay which was a nice touch and reassuring, thank you. We hope to return
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Neil
Everything you need is in the cottage. The view from the front yard of the cottage is spectacular. It is ideally situated close to Howarth and Oakworth. Leaving the wine, biscuits, milk.and tea is a nice touch. We are going back in the Automn That says it all.