Guests say
Hutchinson House is a well-loved cottage in Richmond, praised for its excellent location, comfortable beds, and generous welcome packs. Guests appreciate its proximity to local amenities and the town centre, making it an ideal base for exploring. While some guests have raised concerns about cleanliness and maintenance, others have had delightful stays, suggesting variability in standards.
Cleanliness has received mixed reviews, with several guests expressing dissatisfaction with the standard of cleaning, noting issues such as dirty floors, surfaces, and stained bedding. However, some guests found the property to be clean and cozy, indicating inconsistency in cleaning quality.
The location is highly praised for being close to the town centre, shops, pubs, and cafes, with easy access to local walks and amenities. The convenience and attractiveness of the location are consistently noted as positives.
Guests have found the beds very comfortable and the cottage cosy, contributing to a pleasant stay. However, there are comments about uncomfortable sofas and issues with heating, suggesting room for improvement in overall comfort.
Facilities are generally well-regarded, with a well-equipped kitchen and good amenities. Some guests encountered maintenance issues such as broken blinds and an oven not working, which detracts from the overall experience.
The welcome packs are frequently mentioned and appreciated, indicating thoughtfulness. However, it's important to note that such gifts may vary and are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Nestled in the historic market town of Richmond, North Yorkshire sits this charming holiday home, Hutchinson House. Adorned throughout with exposed beamed ceilings and offering a toasty woodburning stove, this pet-friendly dwelling is ideal for family and friends, as well as their pooch. On arrival, be greeted by a front garden with a patio area to enjoy a cup of tea in the morning sunshine as your pet stretches their legs. Step inside to find the sitting room, where you can kick back and relax on the sofa and catch-up on your favourite shows on the Smart TV. Moving through the property, locate the farm-style kitchen, which houses an electric oven, gas hob and microwave to prepare heart-warming meals. When food is ready, gather in the dining room to tuck-in as you recount the day's adventures and why not uncork a bottle of fizz? After a day exploring the wonders of North Yorkshire, take advantage of the utility room with a washer/dryer to freshen your clothes and enjoy a rinse in the ground floor shower room. As the evening draws to a close, retire upstairs and choose between two doubles and a twin bedroom, all tastefully furnished with ample storage space. In the morning, start the day off right with a soothing soak in the family bathroom or have a hot rinse under the shower. Just paces away from your holiday home, you will find an array of cafes and bars to treat yourself to breakfast out; afterwards explore the scenic River Swale Waterfalls. To unveil the past of the town, there is the Richmondshire Museum and Richmond Castle, which benefits from sweeping views over the Yorkshire Dales. Visit the market town of Barnard Castle, home to an ancient castle, The Bowes Museum to marvel at exquisite art, as well as an expansive golf course to test your swing. The town of Darlington is also within easy reach, where you can tour Head of Steam Darlington Railway Museum for traditional trains, stroll around Thornton hall gardens and dine out with a great selection of restaurants to choose from. For a much-needed break, escape to Hutchinson House.
Richmond, the ancient market town at the entrance to Swaledale, stands on a conspicuous hilltop position to the north of the River Swale. Its cobblestone streets and small alleyways, or wynds, are home to over nine centuries of bustling history and distinct personality. The town grew up around its castle, a Norman bastion built in 1071 and famously perched high above the river - the name Richmond comes from the French word 'riche-mont,' which means'strong hill.' Today, there are magnificent walks to be had, such as the Castle Walk, which is a dramatic terrace stroll beneath the castle walls, or a walk along the River Swale, which includes parks, safe paddling spots, and little waterfalls.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 2 x double, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Utility.
Dining room.
Sitting room with woodburning stove
Gas central heating with woodburning stove.
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer and dishwasher.
Smart TV, WiFi.
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Roadside parking on first-come, first-served basis and car park nearby.
Front garden with patio and furniture.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.2 miles.
Please note: This property can only accept short breaks starting on Fridays and Mondays for a minimum of 3 nights
Nearby points of interest
- Bowes Museum
- Barnard Castle
Reviews (23)
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John
.turns out it was the property where we grew up in Richmond with the once family that owned it and where our school friends lived,so quite a nostalgic trip. Only constructive comment we would like to have seen..is angled either plug in or solar lights low down illuminating the shared footpath between the cottages..pretty uneven and very dark..slip or trip hazard resulting in a potentially nasty sprain or brake on lower limb..there were a couple of broken solar lamps..and considering this property was 100 % just need to have these put in place..safeguard the owner and or customers staying at the beautiful cottage..otherwise fantastic and nice touch on arrival with cake and basic refreshments, went down well.
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Linda
Location is excellent - with an easy few minute walk to many high quality cafes and restaurants. We enjoyed the local circular walks and a visit to the castle too. We would definitely return
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Ann
Clear instruction on getting in. Our only issue would be with the settee's, as they were really not comfortable on our backs. The wind chime outside did disturb the person in the back bed during the night a little due to the weather The kitchen is in need of a bit of a spruce up but this did not deter from function. Lovely warm house with a nice hamper to start us off.