Guests say
Rorty Crankle is a well-received cottage, praised for its cleanliness, spaciousness, and beautiful decor. Its location in a picturesque village is ideal for exploring nearby attractions. Guests appreciate the comfortable furnishings and the thoughtful welcome packs provided by the host, although some mention minor maintenance issues.
Guests consistently note the property as spotlessly clean upon arrival, indicating high standards of cleanliness.
The cottage is commended for its proximity to local amenities and attractions, making it an excellent base for exploring the area.
Reviews highlight the property's comfort, mentioning luxurious touches and cosy furnishings, though a few comments suggest improvements could be made to the showers.
While the property is generally well-equipped, some guests mention a lack of sufficient cutlery and plates, and minor maintenance issues with bathroom fixtures and blinds.
The welcome packs are frequently mentioned and appreciated, indicating a level of thoughtfulness from the host. However, it is noted that such gestures are a courtesy and may vary.
About this property
This rustic, stone-built cottage sits in the heart of Thornton-le-Dale, amidst the wild beauty of the North Yorkshire. Comprised over three floors, Rorty Crankle offers a picturesque escape for families and friends looking for a scenic stay within the North York Moors National Park. After a day of rambling the great outdoors, find comfort within the sitting room, boasting a real sense of character with its exposed beams and inglenook fireplace. Carry the conversation into the kitchen, where you can keep the chef company whilst they prepare something delicious or make yourself useful by preparing the grand dining table. The bedrooms at this Thornton-le-Dale home are situated upstairs; on the first floor there are three, character bedrooms, including two king-size bedrooms and a twin, each presented in light colours. Serving the bedrooms is the family bathroom, offering bath and hand-held shower, while the ground-floor shower room provides an additional option. Continue to the top floor and discover another fabulous bedroom, boasting stunning parquet flooring and a super-king-size bed. After feeling rejuvenated, explore the local surroundings, where nearby you can find some independent shops for grabbing a local souvenir, along with two pubs and a quaint tearoom where you can refuel after a long day. Pickering offers a wider selection of amenities to uncover on a leisurely afternoon, while there is some the North Yorkshire Moors Railway where you can journey of a vintage steam train and soak up the scenery of the National Park. For a change of scene, head to Whitby and enjoy some time on the beach, embark on a whale watching boat trip or climb the famous 199 steps for panoramic views. Days out to Scarborough are also recommended, so there’s plenty to fill your holiday agenda whilst staying at Rorty Crankle.
Thornton-le-Dale, a picturesque village nestled between the North York Moors National Park and the Dalby Forest, is only two miles east of Pickering. This is a hikers', bikers', and nature lovers' dream come true at the apex of a stunning valley. It is only a 13-mile drive to Scarborough or a 20-mile drive to Whitby, both of which are top-notch seaside resorts in the UK. About an hour's drive away, York and Castle Howard provide all the history and culture a vacationer could ask for. There are numerous summer festivals and shows held in the nearby market towns of Pickering, Malton, Kirbymoorside and Helmsley.
Accommodation
Set over three floors.
Four bedrooms: 1 x second-floor super king-size, 2 x king-size, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, hand-held shower, basin and WC.
Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Dining room.
Sitting room with woodburning stove
Gas central heating with woodburning stove.
Range cooker, gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, coffee machine, dishwasher, washing machine.
Cot and Highchair available.
Samsung Smart TV, Bluetooth speaker, WiFi.
Fuel and power included In rent.
Bed linen and towels included In rent.
Street parking.
One well behaved pet welcome.
No smoking.
Shop 0.3 miles, pub 0.2 miles.
No garden, but a small yard available.
Woodland available for dog walks
Nearby points of interest
- Flamingo Land
Reviews (18)
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Diane
Perfect village location with plenty to do in the surrounding area.
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Gordon
beautiful village great location
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Michelle
The cottage is very homely with lots of character and comfort. It is well equipped and well decorated and the fabulous pictures, quotes and furnishings add to the quirky environment. We spent more time in the cottage than expected due to the mixed weather but still managed to visit Whitby, Falling Foss, Dalby Forest, Scarborough, Filey, North Yorkshire Water Park, Malton and Pickering; all less than 40 minutes away. The cottage is in an excellant position in Thornton-le-Dale, a beautiful village with nice shops, 2 pubs, cafes and restaurants. The wooded area straight opposite the cottage has pond dipping and lots of wild life. The local park is excellent for children and includes a skate park and basketball court with basketball. We had two dogs with us that benefited as we did from the local walks and, the outside space/back yard of the cottage, which had been a worry for us before we arrived, proved to be adequate and safe. We had no trouble finding spaces to park for 3 cars on the local street. Highly recommended, thank you.