Guests say
Guests consistently praise 'The Kerr' for its comfort, cleanliness, and prime location. The cottage's proximity to local amenities, the canal, and scenic walks, as well as its cosy atmosphere, make it a highly recommended stay. The welcoming pub nearby and the atmospheric church bells add to the charm of this holiday rental.
Reviewers frequently mention the cottage's cleanliness, describing it as 'very clean and comfortable', which indicates a high standard of hygiene and upkeep.
The location is highly praised for being central, with easy access to Skipton, local shops, and the canal for walks. The proximity to a church and pub adds to the appeal, although one mention of traffic suggests a slight deduction.
Comfort is a highlight, with guests noting 'comfortable beds', a 'cosy' environment, and a 'luxurious' bathroom. The presence of a powerful shower and blackout curtains also contribute to the overall comfort.
Facilities are generally well-received, with mentions of a well-equipped kitchen and modern appliances. However, a few minor suggestions for improvements, such as the addition of a hairdryer and shower shelf, slightly lower the score.
While guests appreciate the welcome and local information provided, there are no specific mentions of gifts or extra thoughtful touches that would warrant a score in this category.
About this property
Enjoying a central location between Skipton and Keighley Is this charming mid-terrace cottage over two hundred years old. Offering a characterful interior, this welcoming abode is perfect for couples and families seeking a Yorkshire getaway. Step into the hallway, where you can pop off your shoes before heading into the cosy sitting room, featuring exposed beams, traditional seating, a smart TV and a lovely open fire for those chilly winter evenings. A cottage kitchen offering an electric oven, microwave, fridge freezer where you can enjoy Family meal times. As you look to catch some rest, venture upstairs and discover the bedrooms, offering a king size bed with TV and a single with trundle bed, a stylish bathroom with roll-top bath and walk-in shower.
When you’re ready to explore, the local area is full of wonderful sites. The cottage is in front of the 1,100 years old historic Kildwick Church. Beautiful canalside or moorland walks are on the doorstep. Take a stroll down the road to the friendly village Pub for a tasty meal or sit outside in the beer garden. Conveniently situated to visit Skipton, the gateway to the Yorkshire Dales( Emmerdale farm country) which has an ancient castle, a colourful market occupying the cobble sets each side of the High Street. Enjoy a canal trip on the traditional Leeds to Liverpool canal and a visit to Embsay steam railway and many picturesque delightful Surrounding villages such as beautiful Bolton Abbey where you can take a picnic by the riverside and a stroll along the Strid.
The Bolton Abbey tearooms is ideal for homecooked food. Hesketh farm park and Billy Bobs American diner are great days out for families and children. A wide choice of restaurants, wine bars and shops are in Ilkley and whilst there Enjoy the scenic views from Ilkley Moor and stop off at Betty’s Tearooms. Haworth famous for the home of the Bronte sisters (The parsonage museum) is well worth a visit with its cobbled streets coffee shops ,restaurants and gift shops. A trip on the vintage steam Worth Valley Railway is famous for the film The Railway Children. Where you can soak up the stunning scenery of the Bronte country for several miles.
The Bronte Waterfalls and the scenic trail of the Bronte Way. The cottage has connections to the Bronte sisters, papers were left here overnight to go on the London Express to be printed. However you choose to adventure, The Kerr offers plenty to look forward to.
Keighley, a prominent market town in West Yorkshire, is located in the Aire Valley, close to the Yorkshire Dales National Park. The wool and cotton industries grew the town, which was recorded in the Domesday Book, during the 18th and 19th centuries. Keighley now has a shopping mall, bars, takeaways, and restaurants, as well as two retail parks on the outskirts of town, and the Keighley and Worth Valley Light Railway, which was made famous by the 1970s film The Railway Children, runs for five miles through the town to Oxenhope. The lovely 17th century National Trust East Riddlesden Hall is just one mile out of town, while the village of Haworth, made famous as the home of the Bronte sisters, is only four miles distant. Cobblestone streets, charming shops, and the Bronte Parsonage Museum may all be found in the village. The market town of Skipton is nearby, as is the picturesque Yorkshire Dales National Park, and the city of York and charming Harrogate are both within driving distance. A fantastic base from which to visit much of Yorkshire.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x kingsize with TV, 1 x single with trundle bed.
Bathroom with free standing bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room with open fire
Gas central heating with open fire.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer.
Smart TV, TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included In rent (starter pack for open fire included, extra logs can be purchased on request).
Bed linen and towels included In rent.
Off-road parking for 1 cars.
Patio with furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 0.4 miles, pub 0.1 miles.
Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out at 10am (earlier time may be available, please contact to arrange) .
Note: Beauty Holistic treatment and qualified sport massage to be booked prior to arrival.
Note: Please be mindful of your children near the fire
Nearby points of interest
- Skipton Castle
- Gaddings Dam
- Brontë Parsonage Museum
- National Science and Media Museum
- Bradford Industrial Museum
- Bankfield Museum
- Gordale Scar
Reviews (16)
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Mark
There's a friendly caff close by and the Trawlerman chippie is 5 minute walk. For photographic interest I visited Haworth, Bradford, Hewenden and Thornton viaducts, Winskill Stones, Ilkley, Bingley 5 Rise locks. The storm stopped me trying Pendle Hill. The Kerr is a fine base for all of that.
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Keith
Heather the owner met us on our arrival and could not have been more helpful and pleasant in giving us local information The cottage was cosy and very clean and tidy and the beds could not have more comfortable and there were lots of drawers and hangers for our clothes while the kitchen was well equipped with modern appliances. The cottage is ideally situated for going to Skipton and exploring the Yorkshire Dales as well as walking along the canal and there are plenty of nearby places to eat.
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Julia
Could do with a shelf in the shower for toiletries. This is me being picky! Overall the cottage was beautiful, beds were very comfortable. Pub just over the road, very friendly and food was very good. Would recommend cottage.