Guests say
Wellgate is a cosy and well-equipped cottage in a quiet area, praised for its comfortable beds and warm atmosphere. Guests have enjoyed the local pub and scenic walks. Some issues with maintenance and communication were noted, but the property's charm and location are well-regarded.
The cottage was described as clean by guests. However, one review mentioned that a pre-clean and restock hadn't entirely happened before their arrival, which was promptly addressed once reported.
The location is appreciated for its quietness, proximity to a friendly local pub, and great walks. Parking is noted to be challenging, and there was an issue with water contamination in the village.
Guests found the beds very comfortable and the cottage cosy and warm. One review mentioned a tight second bedroom and an uncomfortable situation with the toilet and radiator.
The cottage is well-equipped, with a good oven and powerful shower. However, there were several maintenance issues reported, such as a broken shower door and a stable door that collapsed.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the owners. Therefore, this category cannot be scored.
About this property
Located in the heart of Yorkshire, this tasteful and comfortable cottage is ideal as a base for exploring the stunning Yorkshire countryside.. 1 step to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: Smart TV, Bluetooth Speaker, Sound System, Woodburner
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Coffee Machine, Washer Dryer
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner included. Welcome pack. Front garden with garden furniture. Nearby public car parks. No smoking.. Wellgate is a delightful stone-built cottage that dates back to the 1850s and offers a comfortable stay located in the stunning Upper Nidderdale village of Middlesmoor which is set just outside of Pateley Bridge.
This semi-detached cottage has plenty of character with a fireplace and wood burner adding additional heat and charm. Wellgate offers couples a wonderful holiday retreat whilst being ideally located to explore all that the Yorkshire Dales has to offer. Relax in the peace and tranquillity and enjoy the spectacular scenery whatever the season with stunning views from the front of the cottage. On the ground floor is the comfortable living area, a great space to relax in front of the wood burner with a glass of red on those colder evenings after a day exploring the local area. On the same floor you have a well-presented, well-equipped, country-style kitchen that has plenty of room for food preparation. In addition, there is a ground-floor bathroom which includes a shower cubicle and heated towel rail. Up one flight of stairs, you are presented with two bedrooms, stylishly furnished, and decorated and both with fresh cotton linen guaranteeing a perfect night’s sleep. The master bedroom also offers en-suite facilities. To the front of the cottage, there is a small seating area that gives you breathtaking views over the stunning countryside from all angles. This is a fantastic place to watch the sunset whilst having a well-deserved glass of fizz al fresco style.
There is so much to see and do in the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. For walkers, there are so many scenic walks straight from your doorstep so make sure you pack your walking books. For cyclists, the Pateley Bridge to Masham route and the challenging Cote de Lofthouse climb featured as part of the 2017 Tour de Yorkshire and the 2019 World Cycling Championships are also nearby. Towns close by include Pateley Bridge which is a 7-mile drive away giving you quick access to shops, café, restaurants and pubs. The market town of Masham is 10 miles away, and further afield, the cathedral city of Ripon is 40 minutes away. The fashionable spa town of Harrogate is a 45-minute drive. Should you wish to leave the driving and cooking for another day there is a very characterful and proper, traditional North Yorkshire pub that sells locally brewed beer and bar food, and is just one minute’s walk away from the cottage. Nearby National Trust attractions include the magnificent Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal near Ripon and Brimham Rocks in Summerbridge.
Free WiFi
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Gordale Scar
Reviews (7)
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely cute cottage, beautifully furnished, local art work dotted around. Kitchen well equipped. Yes the downstairs toilet is small so drape a towel over the radiator when heating on. No parking just dropping off but the village was quiet when we stayed so not an issue. No shop in the village so bring anything you need with you. The local walks are lovely and it was a great getaway from everything. Pub on your doorstop with very friendly locals and staff who made us feel very welcome. Our dog loved the walks and the cosy living room, as did we.
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Confirmed Guest
Should not be advertised as having a garden with furniture. There was nowhere to sit out or park at the property and a few hazards in the house. Some of the problems hadn't been sorted after being reported a long time ago. Shower door in ensuite was broken. Shower room downstairs was very tight. Hard to sit on the toilet because of it's proximity to radiator which resulted in a burn when central heating was turned on. It was clean. Stable door on entrance and top half collapsed when we tried to open it when it was sunny but cool. In a quiet area but parking in village is difficult. There is a small car park up a steep hill but a notice stated there should be no overnight parking. Bed in second bedroom was very tight to each side wall. We would not go again.
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Confirmed Guest
I would fully recommend this lovely comfortable compact cottage. Full of great equipment decorations and artwork. Very comfortable beds to, set in the lovely village of Middlesmoore, with a most fantastic view from the church.However we had a strange situation evolve we think due to lack of communication.Three days in we had a visit from Yorkshire water, to check for contamination, I had already suffered from a rash for two days wondering what was wrong…they came back two more times to recheck as there had been contamination in the whole village and our cottage was the only one that still had it slightly. Thing is we only found out about this when they turned up. There was a leaflet in the letterbox outside the gate that we didn’t see, but we think there should have been some communication to the owners to pass on information to visitors so we could have been prepared.