Guests say
Journeyman Loft is a well-equipped and spotlessly clean cottage in the heart of Skipton, offering easy access to shops, public transport, and the Yorkshire Dales. Guests praise its cosy atmosphere, comfortable beds, and excellent kitchen facilities. The property is ideal for exploring the area and is popular with returning visitors. Some guests note steep access, tight parking, and occasional noise from nearby venues, but overall, the positives of location, cleanliness, and thoughtful touches stand out.
The majority of guests found the property exceptionally clean and well-maintained, with several describing it as spotless. A few mentioned a musty smell, likely due to closure, but this did not detract significantly from overall impressions.
The location is highly praised for its proximity to Skipton town centre, public transport, and local attractions. While some mention noise from nearby venues and steep access, most guests found the central setting a major advantage.
Guests frequently compliment the comfortable, large beds and cosy atmosphere. A few found the bed uncomfortable or noted noise issues, but overall comfort is rated highly, especially for couples and those without mobility concerns.
The cottage is described as very well-equipped, with a modern kitchen, dishwasher, washing machine, and excellent shower. Some minor maintenance issues and suggestions for improvement were noted, but facilities generally exceeded expectations.
Several guests appreciated thoughtful touches such as milk, cookies, dog bowls, and a well-stocked kitchen. Please note that such gifts or extras are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Spacious end terrace cottage in elevated position close to the centre of
Skipton, yet just a two minute walk from the main high street. This Skipton cottage provides welcoming accommodation in an elevated position, commanding long distance views over the town towards the church, castle, Skipton woods and the surrounding fells. Refurbished to a good standard, this Skipton cottage features an open plan, split-level living area with a sitting area with woodburning stove, a dining area and a well-equipped galley kitchen, along with a ground floor bathroom with thermostatic shower system and a Super king double, with open plan living room commanding long distance views over the town towards the church, castle and surrounding fells. Skipton, well known as 'The Gateway to the Dales' offers Skipton Castle, one of Britain's finest examples of a medieval castle, as well as an historic canal basin, from where boat trips can be enjoyed. Skipton also boasts shops, restaurants, tea rooms and a traditional market selling fresh produce. Close by there are excellent cycling routes and a number of walks, from easy rambles to challenging fell walks. A Skipton cottage, which provides a warm and cosy romantic retreat.
The market town of Skipton is situated on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. The town has a castle, an old parish church and a market occupying the cobbled setts each side of the high street. Enjoy a canal trip on a traditional barge or visit the Embsay Steam Railway. Also golf, swimming, squash, tennis and snooker are all available locally.
Accommodation
Spacious bedroom with one super king-size double (zip/link, can be twin on request)
Bathroom with shower unit, basin and WC.
Split-level open plan living/dining area with galleried kitchen.
The property is on 3 levels.
Galleried kitchen accessed via 5 steps from the sitting/dining area.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washer/drier plus tumble drier in garage.
Dining and sitting area with woodburning stove, and views over Skipton towards the church, castle, Skipton woods and surrounding fells.
TV with Freeview and WiFi.
The bedroom is accessed via stairs from the kitchen/bathroom level.
Bed linen and towels included in rent
Gas central heating throughout with woodburning stove in sitting area.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Starter pack provided for the woodburning stove, additional wood for stove is available on site, on a honesty box basis.
One well-behaved dog welcome (additional dog by request, sorry no other pets accepted).
Sorry, no smoking.
Shops and pubs 1 min walk.
Please Note:
The garage is on the ground floor when you access the property from the front, via the external staircase of 10 steps leading to the sitting/dining area.
The kitchen and bathroom are at ground level when the property is accessed from the rear (drop off point only).
Access to the property is via a narrow lane.
Suitable for Babes-in-arms and children over 12 only
Nearby points of interest
- Skipton Castle
- Gordale Scar
- Brontë Parsonage Museum
Reviews (51)
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Michael
? (Meaning getting through the tight lane and my husband has a big car) Just take your time! My only negative as a few folk have pointed out was the bedroom door ditch it!! As it's all open-plan so once someone is up you can hear everything?? But house itself is in a perfect location to get to the town! And very quiet area ! And loads to see and do canal was fab and enjoyed our trip on the canal boat
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David
The road into the flat not suitable for a medium/large car very narrow.We met the owner and Louise the house keeper very nice people.
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Lynn
Access was fine for us but consideration needed for those with limited mobility. Steep access at the entrance. Very comfortable bed and kitchen facilities were plentiful. Skipton Castle and woods well worth a visit and walking along the canal towpath was lovely. Lots of narrow boats and fellow walkers.Grassington and Settle both worth the visit. The Woolly Sheep for Sunday roast is a must and The Curious Fox served beautiful dishes to suit all tastes. Our week was truly memorable,days filled with reasonable weather in March. One or two pointers,wardrobe door in bedroom is very loose and some pans in the kitchen need their handles tightened, would be very sorry if there was an accident.