29 Bondgate is a well-received cottage in York, praised for its comfort, cleanliness, and thoughtful touches. Guests appreciate the well-equipped facilities, dog-friendly amenities, and the property's proximity to local attractions. The garden is a highlight, offering a relaxing space. Some guests mention minor issues with comfort and maintenance, but overall, the cottage provides a delightful stay.
Guests consistently note the exceptional cleanliness of the cottage, with many reviews highlighting its spotless condition upon arrival. The attention to detail in maintaining a clean environment contributes positively to the overall experience.
The cottage's location is frequently praised for its convenience to the town centre and local attractions. However, some guests mention traffic noise and parking difficulties, which slightly impacts the perfect score for location.
Comfort is well-regarded with mentions of a comfortable bed and well-furnished spaces. A few guests note issues with the sofa and mattresses, suggesting room for improvement in this area.
Facilities are generally praised, especially the well-equipped kitchen and bathroom. However, there are comments about the fridge size, electrical issues, and garden maintenance that suggest some facilities could be better maintained or upgraded.
The thoughtfulness of the hosts is evident through the provision of welcome packs and dog-friendly amenities. While the contents of welcome packs may vary and are not guaranteed, their presence is a considerate gesture that guests appreciate.
This quaint and characterful holiday cottage, 29 Bondgate, is located on the edge of the North York Moors National Park, in the rural town of Helmsley. Boasting an interior brimming with traditional character and enjoying a peaceful, countryside setting, 29 Bondgate is the perfect retreat for a small family or group of six. Stepping inside this wonderful abode, be welcomed into the cosy sitting room, where you can look forward to putting your feet up in front of the fire at the end of an action-packed day and flicking on your favourite show on the Smart TV. Moving through the property, the stylish kitchen/diner has been renovated to a high standard and is well-equipped with all of the essential amenities, including a handy washing machine and tumble dryer to help freshen up your walking gear! Rustle up a hearty meal and gather around the dining table to indulge over a glass of wine or make mealtimes an alfresco affair and fire up the barbecue in the garden. For those evenings away from the excitement, the snug provides an idyllic place to escape the hustle and bustle of the rest of the house. Settled on the first floor you'll find two well-presented bedrooms, the first equipped with a sumptuous king-size bed and the second offering a zip/link bed, ideal for couples, families and friends sharing. There is also a third bedroom located in the garden studio building. In the morning, enjoy a leisurely wake-up with a blissful soak amongst the bubbles in the elegant freestanding bath before heading out for the day to embark on an adventure. Owing to its central location in the town of Helmsley, you'll find a wealth of local amenities resting on your doorstep, including the wonderful Cocoa Tree Cafe, ideal for fuelling a day of excursions with a hearty breakfast, and The Black Swan for those evenings where you fancy a break from doing the cooking. Whilst you're in the area, be sure to explore the fascinating heritage of Helmsley Castle, with a history dating back over 900 years, or tour one of Yorkshires finest estates at Duncombe Park, boasting over 450 acres of spectacular grounds. Immerse yourself in the great outdoors and follow a network of walking, cycling or hiking trails through the rural countryside of the North York Moors National Park, or head to the coast to spend lazy days lounging on the sands at Whitby Beach or enjoying some seaside fun in Scarborough. With so much to see and do, be sure to choose 29 Bondgate as your base for exploring North Yorkshire.
Helmsley is a prestigious market town in Upper Ryedale, on the southern edge of the North York Moors National Park. Helmsley has its own 12th century castle, and English Heritage's Rievaulx Abbey and Castle Howard are nearby. Helmsley also has an arts centre with films and plays, and a summer outdoor pool. The delights of the North York Moors, York, Scarborough and Whitby are all easily accessible.
Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x king-size (zip/link, can be a twin on request), 1 x double (located in garden studio).
Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room with woodburning stove.
Snug.
Gas central heating.
Oven and hob, kettle, toaster, microwave, fridge freezer, wine fridge, washer/dryer, dishwasher.
Smart TV, WiFi.
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Roadside parking available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Front lawned garden and rear multi-level garden with lawn, patio, furniture and barbecue.
Please be aware there are two very small ponds in the back garden near the garden studio.
One well behaved pet welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.1 mile.
Cheryl
Very clean on arrival. Sofa extremely uncomfortable and cushions provided were full of feathers which were coming out all the time. Yes cushions looked nice but again not ideal. Very comprehensive handbook but instructed to leave our rubbish at rear of property which was a green bin overfilled which we can only imagine previous occuppiers had left and not been emptied for some time.
Anthony
Spotlessly clean and comfortable with absolutely everything you would need.A great base for exploring North Yorkshire with some good pubs and restaurants within a five minute walk. Hope to revisit again soon.
Fiona
Not a deal breaker. Beautiful garden but getting quite overgrown due to time of year and warm snap....need to leave some secateurs and we could have helped lol. The lupins in the front garden were so rampant that it was a daily fight to get in and out the front door. Other than that well appointed property beautifully clean and comfortable and am looking to come back later in the year.
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