Guests say
1 The Old Methodist Chapel in Rosedale Abbey is a spacious, well-equipped and characterful property, ideally situated for exploring the North York Moors and nearby coast. Guests consistently praise its unique charm, comfortable accommodation, and excellent location in a picturesque village with good local amenities. The owner is frequently described as helpful and communicative. While most guests found the property clean and cosy, a few noted areas for improvement in cleaning and maintenance. Thoughtful touches such as welcome gifts have been appreciated by some guests, though these cannot be guaranteed.
Most guests found the property clean and comfortable, but several reviews mention cobwebs, dust, and some areas needing a deeper clean or refresh, particularly bathrooms and outside spaces.
The location is highly praised for its beauty, central position in the village, proximity to walking trails, and easy access to local pubs, shops, and the coast.
Guests frequently describe the chapel as spacious, cosy, and homely, with comfortable beds and living areas. Some mention steep stairs and minor issues with beds for taller guests, but overall comfort is rated very highly.
The property is well-equipped with a large kitchen, two bathrooms, boot room, and good parking. Some guests noted minor maintenance issues (e.g., showers, bedding, kitchen layout), but these did not significantly detract from their stay.
Many guests appreciated thoughtful touches such as welcome packs with wine, fizz, or biscuits, and helpful communication from the owner. However, these gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
A fabulous, unique conversion of a Victorian chapel, in the pretty village of Rosedale Abbey, in the heart of the North York Moors National Park. Occupying the front section of the building, this alternative cottage has been lovingly renovated, combining character features with modern amenities, with tall arched windows, exposed timbers, stripped pine doors and a cast iron and marble fireplace. A beautiful spacious kitchen with exposed stonework and shutters provides a very sociable cooking and dining area, whilst the charming sitting room boasts a cosy open fire, ideal for cooler evenings. With sweeping views towards Chimney Bank, this cottage is set amidst breathtaking scenery, yet within easy reach of the bustling market towns of Kirkbymoorside, Pickering and Helmsley.
Rosedale Abbey provides a village shop, tea room and two village inns and is an ideal base for exploring the stunning heather clad moors. For golf enthusiasts, a number of excellent courses are in the vicinity, whilst an easy drive brings you to the popular seaside resorts of Whitby and Scarborough. A superb cottage, all year round.
Perfectly positioned for touring both the Moors and the Coast, the picturesque village of Rosedale Abbey is situated in the heart of the North York Moors National Park. Located in Rosedale, a beautiful valley of sweeping hillsides and breathtaking views, this lovely little settlement is surrounded by wonderful moorland countryside and offers walks in every direction. The village is home to the remains of a 12th Century Cistercian Priory - a stone pillar, staircase and sundial are all that remain, which gave the town its unusual name. The village is now largely made up of stone-built cottages clustered around the village green. Packed with local amenities such as shops, tearooms, an art gallery, a glass studio and three old country pubs, there is plenty to do without venturing to nearby Hutton-le-Hole, Ryedale and Kirkbymoorside.
Accommodation
Over four floors.
Four bedrooms: 1 x second floor double,1 x third floor double, 2 x second floor twin.
Second floor bathroom with bath, separate shower, basin and WC.
Ground floor shower room with shower, basin and WC.
First floor kitchen with dining area.
Ground floor utility.
First floor sitting room with open fire.
Night storage heaters with open fire.
Electric range cooker, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, video, DVD, WiFi, payphone.
Fuel, power and starter pack for fire included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair on request.
Off road parking for 2 cars.
Small, front patio area with garden furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub within 5 mins walk.
Nearby points of interest
- Flamingo Land
- Rievaulx Abbey
- Whitby Beach
Reviews (44)
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Ian
Well equiped and comfortable. It is also well placed in the village, with a couple of excellent pubs serving realy good food.
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Helen
! Very comfortable and spacious for our family of 6 to enjoy. If it had a garden, it would be perfect! However, my 3 boys enjoyed using the whole house to play and the bedrooms were a great size! There is also a playground at the nearby campsite that we could use. Great communication option with the owners if needed......we had an electric issue, but it was across the area, and we were able to talk to one of the owners very quickly for advice. Great location for walkers and visiting the surrounding beautiful North Yorkshire moors and villages. We would love to return!!
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Rob
!! ---happy to give it 9 out of 10