“Skelgill Rigg was just as described ...”
Skelgill Rigg was just as described by Sykes and, in fact, exceeded our expections. The cottage provides very generous accommodation for two people, including an additional toilet downstairs, a good sized utility room and lobby which serves as a boot room. The kitchen is well equipped and the furnishings comfortable. All of the cottage was spotlessly clean and the welcome essentials pack is a nice touch.
The cottage has some great views and is ideally situated for visiting the Lakes and Hadrian’s Wall. There are number of good walks and nearby Alston is a quaint town within walking distance. Sadly, all of this made it frustrating that we couldn’t take advantage of these as we chose the coldest week with some of the heaviest snow for many years ! We were snowed in for 4 days and can certainly confirm that the cottage is very cosy and comfortable as we became more acquainted with the facilities than we would have wished ! Under these trying circumstances the owners, Philippa & Steve, despite being snowed in themselves were fantastic with their advice and assistance. Steve even walked 3 miles through the snow, in winds up to 50 mph to help me clear the drive of snow, way beyond the call of duty and much appreciated.
We would certainly recommend Skelgill Rigg and would happily book again. Our bad luck with the weather was exceptional and we would not be put off visiting in the colder months again.
Tip. Take Phippa’s advice and park car at top of drive if there is so much as a hint of a snowflake - trust me !!
- Mr Haxell, February 2018
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