River View Cottage, Skipton

Generally ok, located in a nice location however, some internal fixtures and fittings are in need of repair. Ensuite facilities not clearly advertised as only a bath in one bedroom. Outside picnic area in extremely poor condition both in the approach steps and the area itself. Unable to work the TV. Noise from the downstairs apartment. No clothing storage facilities in one of the bedrooms. In addition internal cupboards in the kitchen and ensuites were dirty. Hot tub facility was full of cobwebs.

We had no communication from the owner so the information was our only means of being able to let ourselves in and have the WiFi code. There was no information at all inside about the property e.g. about how to set the heating use the TV though we managed the TV ok so we were cold on the first morning we woke up when and where to put rubbish or whether to strip the beds etc. We had to ask the neighbour about refuse disposal and the grassy area. The plumbing left a lot to be desired with the hot and cold tap labels being the wrong way round in the washbasin in the hall cloakroom, on the kitchen mixer tap and in the main bedroom ensuite sink. The cold water tap on the bath in that ensuite didnt work either so we had to use a pan to pour cold water from the sink tap into the bath there was a hole in the side panel of the bath too. This bathroom is large and would benefit from an upgrade and a shower over the bath. The other ensuites had good showers. The bed in the main bedroom was ok but very low, the other bedroom we used had a comfortable bed. The kitchen was tiny but I think we could glean that from the photos in the listing and fortunately we ate out most of the time apart from breakfasts. There was no grill pan but there was a handle for one in the cupboard. The lounge area was very comfortable and nicely furnished and the dining area was pleasant. There are lovely views from the windows from the living areas but it was disappointing that we didnt have anywhere to sit out because the bench which we think was allocated to the cottage was at the side up some steps on a grassy area covered in dog mess. We saw there was a hot tub allocated to River View but had no idea how to regulate it and didnt use it. There were 3 of us plus one dog, in 2 cars, but another of our party could not make it and we wouldve struggled to park an extra vehicle which wasnt obvious from the description. We discovered the property was attached to the much larger Hanlith Hall and noises from there could be heard, especially when they were using their indoor swimming pool but it did not really disturb us. It is in a superb location.

There was no guest information pack provided with health and safety info, information on the hot tub use, water and heatinggeneral facilities etc. No WiFi code available nor was any WiFi showing as accessible. We weren't aware from the listing that the cottage was part of shared accommodation, with Hanlith hall directly underneath us where a family were staying with kids running around very loudly until late at night and in the morning not their fault but the echoes from the hall made everything much louder. There was not enough cooking equipment and small potspans to cook for us all. Kitchen was too small for 4 people let alone 6. Table only sat 4 people so not sure how this house could accommodate 6 people. We weren't able to use our en suites simultaneously as the water went cold when someone else was in the shower! In the smallest bedroom there was no wardrobe or hanging facilitiesclothes storage, no towel hooks or rails, and only one small mirror in the bathroom above the sink. In the biggest bedroom with a bath the bath panel was cracked with a hole in it, and the sealant had come away from the wall along the side. Smoke detectors had been removed from the ceiling and were just placed on the side. The hot tub area was grubby with leaves on the floor and not as pictured. There was no drive way leading to the property as described only a very small car park. The beds were comfortable and it was in a great location for a base for our 3 peaks charity walk, but otherwise we were extremely disappointed and felt the listing did not accurately describe the property nor the price we paid for it.

River View Cottage is in a beautiful setting with lovely views. It is very spacious, clean and comfortable. We had a wonderful long weekend there and would certainly book again, we can highly recommend it.