Guests say
Guests consistently praise 'The Moorings' for its cleanliness, prime canal-side location, and comfort. The property is well-equipped, with a special mention of the secure gardens and the thoughtful touches from the hosts, including welcome packs. The serene setting and proximity to local amenities make it an ideal retreat for families, couples, and pet owners.
Reviewers unanimously commend the property for its exceptional cleanliness, often describing it as spotless and well-kept, which indicates a high standard of hygiene and care.
The location is highly praised for its tranquility, canal-side charm, and convenience for walking and exploring the area, making it a standout feature of the property.
The property is repeatedly noted for its comfortable beds and cosy atmosphere. However, a few guests found the sofas low and suggested they could be improved, slightly impacting the perfect score.
Facilities are generally regarded as excellent, with well-equipped kitchens and entertainment options. Some minor suggestions for additional items like a hairdryer and a clothes airer were made.
Hosts are frequently mentioned for their thoughtful gestures, such as welcome packs and dog treats. While these are greatly appreciated, it is noted that such personal touches, though likely, are not guaranteed.
About this property
Wakefield 2.6 miles. Enjoying a canal-side position in Stanley Ferry, near Wakefield, West Yorkshire is The Moorings, an enchanting, four-bedroom cottage. Set in a prime position to enjoy the outdoors, The Moorings offers pet-friendly accommodation and an enviable canal side location near a hub of attractions and amenities, making it a wonderful choice for up to eight people. Leave the world behind, as you drive down the lane alongside the canal to be greeted by ducks, swans and narrow boats, soon reaching the Moorings with its adjacent parking area. Step indoors to be welcomed by the well-equipped kitchen/diner, with a host of appliances to ease your stay, where you can prepare and enjoy mealtimes together, either of the enclosed gardens make the perfect place for alfresco dinning, barbecues, and drinks, whilst watching wildlife, boats and people on and by the canal. Cosy up in the sitting room, complete with plush seating, a Smart TV, speaker, and a rustling wood-burning stove, setting the ideal scene on cooler evenings, before drifting off to sleep in one of the four bedrooms on offer; select between one king-size bedroom, two double bedrooms, and a second-floor twin (zip/link). The home is complete with a first floor bathroom, housing both a soaking bath and a shower, also with a ground floor cloakroom/ WC for convenience. On your doorstep is the Trans Pennine Trail (TPT), Stanley Marsh & southern washlands nature reserve, offering exiting routes to explore and the perfect landscape to hike, bike and birdwatch, on the water, hire a boat, bring your fishing rod, paddle board or canoe and enjoy the Aire and Calder navigation from a different angle, for golf there's 3 courses within 5 miles to try out, for a bite to eat or evening meal take a five minute walk over the swing-bridge to Stanley Ferry pub. A hub of amenities can be found in the city of Wakefield, where you can tour The Hepworth Wakefield, attend a show at the Theatre Royal, discover Wakefield Museum, Thornes Park, newmiller dam or tour the remains of Sandal Castle. Nostall priory, Cannon Hall Farm (as seen on TV), the Yorkshire Sculpture Park, National mining museum & Diggerland for the kids are also within short driving distance. With Leeds, Holmfirth & York within reach, brimming with shops, eateries, pubs, bars and historical sights, there's plenty to see and do, with The Moorings as your abode.
Wakefield is a cathedral city sitting within the City of Wakefield District of West Yorkshire. Resting on the River Calder and on the edge of the Pennines, it makes an extremely scenic base from which to discover this vibrant area of England. The city boasts rich history surrounding The Battle of Wakefield which took place during the Wars of the Roses, as well as it being a Royalist stronghold in the Civil War and an important place of trading, with plenty of attractions to explore which perfectly summarise such events including the Wakefield Museum & Library, the National Coal Mining Museum for England and more. Wakefield offers much more than just a history-rich day out, it also offers a wonderful selection of eateries including restaurants, cafés and pubs, as well as serving a bustling nightlife with plenty of bars to take your pick from too. There are also a wide range of shops from independent to high street names, perfect for a day of indulgent shopping to pick up the perfect gift for loved ones back home. The city also boasts attractions such as The Hepworth art museum, taking its name from Barbara Hepworth who was born in the city, the Theatre Royal, designed by architect Frank Matcham, here you can enjoy entertainment such as musicals, drama, live music, stand up comedy and dance throughout the year, as well as the ruins of Sandal Castle and the city's imposing cathedral. Explore the National Trust delight of Nostell, home to a Palladian house with a landscaped park and gardens, or venture out to observe the wonder of Pontefract Castle, with so much history to observe in the local area. Leeds is in close reach, offering a vibrant atmosphere at any time of the day, here you can find spectacular architecture, a plethora of museums and galleries where you can learn of the cities rich culture, plenty of shopping experiences and even more eateries. Bradford, Halifax, Sheffield, Doncaster and so much more also rest within easy reach for a memorable day trip, while the Peak District National Park can also be reached via a scenic car journey for a day out rich in natural wonder.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Four bedrooms: 1 x king size, 2 x double, 2 x second-floor singles (zip/link, can be king-size on request) with smart TV.
Upstairs Bathroom with full size bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC.Downstairs cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Utility.
Sitting room with woodburning stove
Gas central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher.
2 x Smart TV, WiFi.
Fuel, power, and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 4 cars.
Enclosed front garden with lawn, patio, furniture and barbecue, and enclosed rear garden with lawn.
Three well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
City center amenities 2.6 miles, Shop 1 mile, pub and Stanley Ferry Aqueduct 0.4 miles.
Note: Restricted headroom in the twin bedroom; please take care
Nearby points of interest
- Pugneys Country Park
- Yorkshire Sculpture Park
- National Science and Media Museum
Reviews (40)
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Jill
Beautiful location on the side of the canal with walks on the doorstep. The cottage was extremely clean, well equipped and cosy. The front and back gardens were fully enclosed and ideal for our little dog Buddy. There were lovely welcome touches on arrival and we found the information pack very helpful as we didn't know the area very well and as the weather was very favourable to us we were able to explore the country parks as well as the canal / washlands nearby.We have booked through Sykes many times and this is definitely one of our favourites , just that little bit different because of it's position and we are definitely looking at returning next year
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Nicola
Downside - uncomfortable sofas. Upside - TOO MANY TO MENTIONâ¦but Iâll try: sooooo clean and tidy, such comfortable beds, pillows amazing (I even went and bought the same ones for home from M&S), furnishings top quality, heating so easy to use, first class board games in tip top condition, every charger you could need at hand, coffee machine with coffee waiting (could do with a set of small coffee cups), kitchen appliances looked like new, oven spotless and a good size, mini dishwasher and even tablets for use, all cleaning essentials at hand, dog bed and bowls, both front an back garden completely fenced in so felt safe when letting Doggo out (he searched and searched the perimeter for a way out but found no way of escaping-heâs also deaf so we worry so much about that), tidy gardenâ¦I could go on!!! We felt so relaxed and our family guests along with their doggos loved it too. What a perfectly splendid place to use as a baseâ¦thatâs if you ever want to leave it to go out! Having the backdrop of the moored canal boats and swans was beautiful. Welcome note and goodie bag a lovely touchâ¦even treats for the pets and the water dish already filled and waiting. Thankyou Jane and Jeff for a relaxing start to the festive season x
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Kirsty
Plenty of space for us and our 3 dogs. We will definitely book again.