Christmas Villas In Yorkshire

Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

• Jayne - Verified booking

  We stayed at the property over Christmas this year but had quite an uncomfortable time solely because of the underfloor heating.

  It was set at 20 dgc when we arrived and digitally locked so we could not adjust it. I'm sure we are not the only ones who find this temperature uncomfortably hot, especially for sleeping. If we aren’t, then no wonder the planet is having a fuel/climate crisis! The opening windows in this bungalow-type property are almost at ground level so I did not feel happy leaving them wide open all night (they didn't make much difference anyway). The Velux skylights were better at cooling the rooms but they automatically closed when it rained, so of limited use. After a night of no sleep, the owner and her son had to come in on Christmas Eve to unlock and re-set the thermostats for us – including into the bedroom which I found to be quite intrusive during our quiet getaway. Why we couldn't be trusted to be left with instructions and do this ourselves I do not know. We asked for it to be set at 14 dgc - the owner’s son did this and left it unlocked which was good, but it still hadn't got down to this temperature by the afternoon of 26th December, despite leaving windows and skylights open as much as possible. We therefore decided to cut our holiday short and leave early since we hadn't slept well the whole time we were there (we were booked in till the 27th Dec). Although generally very pleasant and helpful, the owner seemed to be surprised that I was annoyed, perhaps not understanding the privacy issue. I found it presumptuous that our living temperature was chosen for us and insulting not be trusted to adjust it ourselves; this spoiled our enjoyment of Christmas this year I’m afraid. So, for others who do not like to live in an overheated environment and are considering whether to book this property in winter I would suggest contacting the owners to get the heating controls set at a lower temperature in advance since it takes so long for the underfloor heating to cool. Otherwise, the property is absolutely fine!

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• Mrs Pensom - Verified booking

  Had a fantastic stay at cowslip retreat. Accommodation was beautifully decorated and to a high standard and well equipped but you do need to take you own sauces, oils etc etc. The views from the patio were outstanding. The pub at the top of the road was unfortunately temporarily closed so we had a walk to the Salmon Leap pub which was a 20 minute walk, they only have short opening hours 5-10 every day. Bus stop only a 5 minute walk to take you into Whitby. Molly was extremely helpful. I messaged het a few times with questions which she answered straight away. She was there when we arrived and showed us around. Would definitely recommend .

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• Richard Nichols - Verified booking

  434723 An absolute gem! Having stayed in numerous properties at this time of the year, my absolute requirement is for toasty warmth throughout. Cowslip Retreat was perfect not only in this respect, but all others too - a genuine home from home with every convenience you could either imagine or need. Combined with the peaceful, beautiful setting this is going to be a very hard act to follow. In fact, we won’t bother searching and have already booked our return visit. Thank you so much, Joe and Geoff

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• Robert - Verified booking

  For couples this accommodation was absolutely ideal, very comfortable and cosy.

  The owners, Ann and William Lovegreen had very thoughtfully provided a welcome pack including some delicious home made cakes. The views from the outside patio are stunning across the meadows as is the whole area of the Dales. Local pubs within walking distance, only used the White Swan, excellent food. Take some apples and carrots for George the horse who resides in an expansive paddock at the front of the residence. Such lovely hosts will definitely go back at some time.

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• Graham - Verified booking

  Was a lovely cottage in a loverly area , owner Anne was very helpful & pleasant, ...

  Was a lovely cottage in a loverly area , owner Anne was very helpful & pleasant, we didn’t find the settee very comfortable, & the tap in the bathroom was annoying, & we didn’t have much heating when it got cold, electric fire only , but after saying all that, if we going back to that area again we would be very happy to say there again , because it was a very lovely cottage, in a very lively area & Anne was very helpful,

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