The Farmhouse

53 Customer Reviews

• "The house is situated in beautiful surroundings, overlooking the sea and hills around."

  The garden is spacious and very well kept, inviting young children to play and wander. All ages can play tennis in the court. The house is very comfortable, well equiped, with inspiring decorations. We had a great holiday.

  Reviewed by G.m.5.0★Apr 2025

• "We loved staying at The Farmhouse, it was situated perfectly within sight of the sea, close to amenities and gloriously surrounded by views of North Yorkshire."

  The Farmhouse was beautifully appointed and comfortable and well equipped for an easy, enjoyable stay. Thank you.

  Reviewed by Vicky4.7★Apr 2025

• "We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Farmhouse; the house was warm and well appointed, with a very well stocked kitchen."

  Our children loved rockpooling and fossil hunting down on the beach at Boggle Hole. We also loved the walks direct from the door (to Robin Hoods Bay and Ravenscar). It was also a short drive to Whitby for fish and chips! Thank you. We would love to visit again.

  Reviewed by Kate5.0★Oct 2024

• "We had a lovely stay at the farmhouse."

  The house is spacious, warm and comfortable. It was well equipped with everything we needed. There are beautiful views and a large garden. It’s only a short walk down to the beach at Boggle Hole. There’s a lovely circular walk to Robin Hood’s Bay. We were sad to leave!

  Reviewed by Marian5.0★Sep 2024

• "Loved our stay at Boggle Hole."

  The views were great, especially liked watching the loveliest, happiest herd ever. While sitting on the bench swing with a drink watching the sunset, a barn owl swooped right past. And there were cute bats! And a squirrel and sheep in the garden, which the kids enjoyed. Short walk to the craggy beach and Robin Hood Bay when the tide was out. Popped into Whitby for meals out, and Sainsburys is en route. Missed out on tennis when fog bound but played games and watched films instead. One night there was a lighting cloud storm, very dramatic and UFO like!! The farmhouse itself was extremely comfortable, well equipped and elegant - the owner clearly cares. Thank you!!

  Reviewed by Natasza5.0★Aug 2024

• "Located within walking distance of the sea."

  Big farmhouse for multigenerational family to have time together. Great range of kitchen equipment. The garden is extensive and our toddlers loved the play equipment.

  Reviewed by Susan5.0★Aug 2024

• "Lovely house in a great location."

  Extremely comfortable.

  Reviewed by Ian5.0★Jul 2024

• "This charming, very well-appointed and beautifully decorated property was perfect for our extended family of ages 11 to 84."

  The views all around it were stunning. When I had to contact the owner on one occasion, her response was immediate and positive. Would certainly recommend it.

  Reviewed by Lynne5.0★Jul 2024

• "We had a family holiday and loved the house and in particular the gardens which are fabulous."

  It is a very well stocked house with everything you can need for a great week with friends and family.

  Thanks for your feedback Kerry and so glad you enjoyed your stay ! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Kerry5.0★Jun 2024

• "We enjoyed the cottage immensely - loads of space and the outside areas were amazing."

  Couple of issues though : For a cottage that caters for up to 10 people we thought the kitchen was a little under equipped, no really big pans, no slotted spoons etc. The ovens were inconsistent to say the least - top right ovens knob wasn’t on properly which made it difficult to control - bottom left oven took nearly 90 minutes to do frozen chips in it! Overall though an excellent cottage

  Thank you for your comments. There are two large pans and three medium pans in the cupboard next to the oven which are sufficient for 8 people plus an infant which is the specified number for bookings. There is a slotted spoon hanging on the dresser rail and two drawers full of knives, tongs, spatulas, wooden spoons and even a pasta spoon. There are 2 colanders that could be used if you could not locate the slotted spoon hanging on the dresser. The ovens are working perfectly. I always check them when I am cleaning them. I would like to mention that the week you stayed the ovens took me an hour to clean after you left. There is an instruction book for the range on the shelf next to the cooker for those who have difficulty understanding the controls. Or you could have called me and I would have helped if you needed assistance. Despite your comments you seem to have enjoyed full use of all the facilities on offer. I am sorry you were unable to find the utensils you required and that you had difficulty working the range cooker. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Adrian4.4★Jun 2024

• "A wonderful place to stay!"

  Beautifully decorated and maintained with everything you could possibly need. Garden and setting was stunning and the tennis court was an added bonus. Sainsbury’s delivery worked brilliantly (thanks for that tip from another reviewer!). Would highly recommend and look forward to returning.

  Thank you so much for your lovely comments ! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Marie5.0★Mar 2024

• "Very well equipped farmhouse in great location provided a great base for our family reunion."

  Lovely walks to RHB & Ravenscar and Boggle hole YHA bar meant we hardly used the car. Our grandchildren loved the rock pools along the beach, fossil hunting and the lovely sandy beach at low tide.

  Thank you for your lovely feedback Property Owner

  Reviewed by Michael5.0★Aug 2023

• "Excellant property!"

  Had everything we needed. Great garden with loads of space for the children to play. Plenty of games supplied to occupy evenings after long days out. The beds are the most comfortable we have ever slept in. Thank you for such a great property.

  We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and thank you for your lovely feedback Property Owner

  Reviewed by Denise5.0★Aug 2023

• "We really enjoyed our stay."

  The house and garden are much nicer than the pictures! We were only 2 but could see that there was ample room for various family combinations. Our only moan inside the house was that the tv in the living room was rather high up the wall… mantlepeice level would be better. Apart from there was everything we needed and everything was comfortable. A big plus were the amazing views from every window! Outside also amazing views and peace and quiet, birdsong, lambs baaing and the occasional tractor noise… Good outside tables and plenty of room for games in the garden plus nice tennis court which did have some racquets and balls in a box court side. It is quite isolated but we had a Sainsbury’s delivery at the beginning of the week which solved that problem. Waking to Boggle Hole and Robin Hoods Bay was easy (if hilly, steep hilly) We are 82 and 75. The local beaches are good for rock pools etc but watch the tides. I was brought up near Sandbanks in Dorset so long sandy beaches totally different from the North Yorkshire ones. There are a few properties on the site but they are so arranged that each have their own privacy. We would thoroughly recommend this property.

  Thank you for your lovely feedback, we are so glad you enjoyed your stay! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Patience5.0★May 2023

• "Very nice place From everyone we thank you"

  You're welcome! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Martin5.0★Apr 2023

• "We were very impressed with how well The Farmhouse is planned out and the kitchen was very well equipped."

  Also, supplies of consumables were very generous. It will be at its best in the summer when the garden can be used fully but it was cosy and comfortable in October.

  Thank you for your feedback we are delighted you enjoyed your stay Property Owner

  Reviewed by Phil5.0★Oct 2022

• "Just perfect!"

  The Farmhouse is a fabulous property set in a beautiful, quiet location with stunning views across the countryside and sea. Warm, inviting with lots of space for the larger family, furnished to a high standard with great attention to detail, everything you need was provided, great garden, plenty of parking. Enjoyed the beach a few minutes walk away and over the cliffs to Robin Hoods Bay then back along the beach at low tide. My small grandchildren loved the rock pools. We had a fantastic week would highly recommend. Thank you.

  Thank you for your feedback! We are delighted you enjoyed your stay! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Carol5.0★Oct 2022

• "We loved our stay at the Farmhouse."

  The house is beautiful with gorgeous views from every window. It was perfect for our family with lots of space for everyone. Beds were very comfortable and the house was lovely and warm. We were sad to leave. We would love to come back again one day. Thank you for having us.

  Thank you for your lovely feedback. We would love to welcome you back one day! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Chris5.0★Sep 2022

• "Beautiful farm house with the most wonderful views of coast and countryside."

  The house was exceptionally comfortable, with an extremely well equipped kitchen.Could easily have accommodated a much larger party than ours.

  We are delighted you enjoyed your stay and thank you for your feedback! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Helen5.0★Sep 2022

• "The property was better than we thought it had everything that we needed for our ..."

  The property was better than we thought it had everything that we needed for our weeks stay location was perfect for us I would definitely come back to this property and recommend it to my friends we loved it there

  Thank you so much for your lovely feedback ! We hope to see you again soon ! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Raymond5.0★Sep 2022

• "Spacious, well-equipped, clean, tastefully furnished farmhouse on the road leading to a sandy beach."

  Lovely, well-cared for and vast garden. Attentive hosts. What could be better for a summer, family holiday?

  Thank you so much for your lovely feedback ! We are delighted you had a great stay ! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Susan5.0★Aug 2022

• "The Farmhouse is a lovely place to stay."

  It is spacious and we 6 were able to be ourselves and hide away if we wanted to. There was nothing in the way of utensils or other domestic requirements for which the house was wanting. A few things did however take the edge of our unreserved satisfaction: 1) No non slip mats for baths or showers, 2) The small bedroom door (1st floor) would not close properly, 3) The use of modern curtain poles in the bedrooms meant that the super thick curtains did not work against the rising sun which poured in through the large gaps around the curtains - we didn't get as much sleep as we would have liked, 4) A door is required between the master bedroom and the closet which has no curtain - again a problem of light in the morning. Sort these out and we would love to go back even though it is 3 miles to the main road!!

  Thank you for your feedback and we are sorry you had some issues with the house 1. The single room door has been repaired 2. We do not supply non slip mats for the bathroom floors and have never had a problem with this ourselves or a comment from any other visitors. The bathroom in the attic is non slip flooring and the other bathrooms have grouted tiles on the floor and normal bath mats are provided. We will bear in mind your comment and monitor this. 3. A black out blind has already been purchased for the window in the dressing room. A door would be a poor solution as it would get in the way of movement through from the bedroom area. The blind will be fixed directly against the window so will solve the problem. 4. The house is a farmhouse so traditional curtain poles lend themselves to the decor. The bedroom with the fabulous pure silk interlined blackout curtains already has additional blinds at the window and if drawn correctly the sun is not a problem in this room. I am sorry you found this an issue. If total darkness is required at all times to sleep I would suggest an eye mask as a good option. We do hope you appreciated the fantastic views from this bedroom in particular as it is dual aspect. The details stipulate exactly where the house lies; it is on a farm near the sea. The beauty of the area is its relative remoteness from the main roads. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Christopher5.0★Jul 2022

• "Really friendly and helpful owners."

  Gorgeous property. Kitchen well equipped.

  Thank you for your feedback we are so glad you enjoyed your stay Property Owner

  Reviewed by Frances4.7★Jul 2022

• "The Farmhouse was precisely what was advertised as we had hoped."

  It was clean, spacious, the garden was large, and the views spectacular. The house was full of character, quiet and was well equipped to make our stay comfortable. It was also well sited near to the sandy beach, but with enough rocks for exploring and crabbing, and from where lots of lovely walks/cycling could be undertaken. The lovely seaside town of Robin Hoods Bay was also easily accessible by walking along the beach a short distance (allowing for the tide times). But even then, a nice path was in place across the cliffs overlooking the bay. Suffice to say that my family and I bought back many nice memories of our week there.

  Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We are so glad you loved the house and the area as much as we do ! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Ian5.0★Jun 2022

• "Very comfortable accommodation with lovely views."

  Perfect for family get together.

  Hi Marta Thank you so much for your feedback! We are so glad you had a lovely time Steph Property Owner

  Reviewed by Marta5.0★Apr 2022

• "This is an amazing property."

  Lots of beds and bathrooms and the whole place is so comfortable and warm. The table in the kitchen was wonderful and we enjoyed our meals there. The location is perfect. We walked down to the beach every day. Sometimes we walked along to Robin Hoods Bay and once to see seals at Ravenscar- breathtaking. We paddled and rockpooled and played in the sand. The car didn’t get used once in the week. Fossil hunting was also a daily pastime. An amazing house to do all this from.

  Hi Kathleen Thank you so much for your wonderful Feedback. It is much appreciated Steph Property Owner

  Reviewed by Mary5.0★Apr 2022

• "Very comfortable stay."

  Lots of room, great facilities and location.

  Reviewed by John4.4★Nov 2021

• "A beautiful property."

  So warm. So well equipped. An abundance of towels. The little things that make such a difference. Loads of loo roll. Cooking oil. Tea and proper coffee. Separate freezer. Washing powder and dishwasher tablets. Every guest was pulling back the bedding to find out where they could buy the mattresses. Already looking to book again.

  Hi Alexandra We are so happy you enjoyed your stay and thank you for your kind words ! Property Owner

  Reviewed by A5.0★Nov 2021

• "We had a wonderful time at the farmhouse."

  Had everything we needed and a lovely garden for the children to play in Thank you would definitely recommend it

  Reviewed by Pauline4.7★Aug 2021

• "3 generations of the family had an amazing week in the farmhouse."

  Everything we needed was there. Very comfortable and we felt at home as soon as we walked theough the door. We’ll definitely book again.

  Reviewed by Susan5.0★Jul 2021

• "It is a lovely house for a family group."

  So much space even with 6 adults and 3 under fives. Outside area excellent.

  Reviewed by Elizabeth5.0★May 2021

• "We have been here before and normally go down to the beach and use the Cafe and toilets at the YHA rather than walking into RHBay or back up the hill to the cottage."

  However due to a landslip the YHA is closed until June at the earliest we were told. Not a major problem but something people should be aware of.

  Reviewed by William5.0★Apr 2021

• "2nd time at the farmhouse with all the family and despite covid and the weather still created some lovely memories."

  Special mention to the beds really comfortable, the views are amazing and the garden is the best of all , if you are lucky enough for a hot day and warm evening then I can think of no better place to have a family bbq

  Reviewed by David4.7★Aug 2020

• "Beautiful house in stunning surroundings with loads of space."

  Every need catered for. Will book again.

  Reviewed by S.5.0★Sep 2019

• "The pictures of the house on the website didn't really do it justice, it was even better!"

  It was a brilliant house for a family holiday, everyone loved it from the grandparents down to the grandchildren. The garden was amazing. Bring back the chickens and it would be perfect. Made use of the tennis court too, a nice extra feature.

  Reviewed by Becky5.0★Jul 2019

• "We booked this holiday for a family get together for our Golden Wedding Anniversary having searched for a property that would appeal to three generations and we were not disappointed."

  The house was very well furnished and extremely comfortable. The lovely garden was a real plus for the children to run around and play in while we relaxed ourselves outside and enjoyed the lovely weather, taking advantage also of the gas barbecue for a great family afternoon dining in the garden. We chose to eat in for some of our stay making use of the fully equipped kitchen and the family dining room which seated our party of eleven easily. The whole area is outstandingly beautiful, from the farmhouse you can walk down to the beach at Boggle Hole. Robin Hood Bay is a short car ride away and well worth a visit. We would certainly love to revisit the property in the future with family or with friends as it had everything you could possibly want for a comfortable and relaxing holiday providing a brilliant base for visiting the beautiful surrounding areas.

  Reviewed by Katherine5.0★Jul 2019

• "Lovely house, comfy beds, great views."

  Reviewed by Lesley5.0★Jun 2019

• "A fabulous old farm house full of character but bang up to date with good extremely well appointed kitchen c/w induction hob and utensils for every occasion."

  We stayed here with 6 adults and 4 children and the 6 lovely bedrooms suited our needs. The winding drive down from the main road is worth it and to have the sea only 5 minutes walk away is another feature. There are fine views out of every window and the garden was ideal for us. We would recommend this Farmhouse to everybody.

  Reviewed by Andrew5.0★May 2019

• "The Farmhouse is an amazing house very comfortable with everything you need for a relaxing break and it lies in the most beautiful scenic location."

  I would highly recommend this as a place to stay. we had three generations of our family staying and there was so much to do

  Reviewed by Jayne5.0★Feb 2019

• "This is a fantastic property with an owner who was really happy to help."

  The position was exactly where we wanted it

  Reviewed by John5.0★Jan 2019

• "I couldn't fault the help I got from Sykes when I was booking (finding somewhere that would take 4 generations including 1 year old twins)."

  The property was wonderful, very comfortable with lots of space, great gardens and in a fantastic position. The best cooking facilities we've experienced. We were all sad to leave.

  Reviewed by Janet5.0★Oct 2018

• "No complaints whatsoever."

  The farmhouse was exactly as described, and was an ideal central location for all the places we wanted to visit on our annual family holiday. If we ever want to return to the area we will certainly bear this property, and Sykes Cottages in mind. The key pick-up info, and other points of interest, and suggested places to eat etc, supplied by the owner were excellent.

  Reviewed by Christopher4.4★Oct 2018

• "Fantastic house with loads of space, we had 8 adults and 2 toddlers and the house had everything we needed."

  lots of kitchen bits, books, games and toys. kids also loved making use of the outdoor space. all rooms were spacious and comfy and 4 bathrooms meant no one was queuing. would definitely recommend!

  Reviewed by Lydia4.7★Sep 2018

• "We rented this lovely house as a base for a weeks walks on and around the Cleveland Way."

  ... along the Coast and on the moors It was ideal and in a lovely location near Robin Hoods Bay

  Reviewed by Charles4.1★Sep 2018

• "Truly stunning property and location."

  Perfect for families who like space to relax and unwind. Not far from the beach, quiet location, fantastic scenery and excellent amenities close by.

  Reviewed by Mike5.0★Aug 2018

• "The Farmhouse exceeded our expectations, everyone loved their bedrooms, the living room , kitchen and dining room were all spacious and comfortable so we could all get together to eat , chat or play games etc."

  The gardens really have the wow factor, everywhere you look there is a view to die for , the grandkids loved the swings and slide , there’s a lovely table and chairs to accommodate everyone to sit outside on a nice day and we took advantage of the gas bbq which was a real bonus. The house is in a great position to visit so many places of interest or if you want total relaxation then I could think of nothing better than just staying in with a good book. One tip I will say is if there is a clear night then have a look at the stars with minimal light deprivation it really is a sight to behold ! Finally I booked this holiday for the full family to get together we all created some really good memories and they have all expressed a wish to do it again, I will have no hesitation in recommending the Farmhouse as a wonderful place to stay.

  Reviewed by David5.0★Aug 2018

• "The Farmhouse met all our needs."

  The garden space was fabulous, as was the view. Inside the layout was so good that our 3 year old grandson didn't want to leave. The kitchen had plenty of glassware,crockery etc. - even toddler plates and cutlery. The only slight annoyance was the oven, where two of the knobs were loose, making it difficult to be certain of the temperature. (There was a note saying that the parts had been ordered.) That detail aside, we had a fantastic stay and would definitely return.

  Reviewed by Myra5.0★Jun 2018

• "Superbly equipped, very comfortable with lots of space for a large group, and in a fantastic location."

  Reviewed by Michael5.0★May 2018

• "We had a brilliant holiday from start to finish."

  The owner has put a lot of thought into what people may need on holiday from plenty of pots and pans to a range of toys for the children. it was home away from home - fantastic.

  Reviewed by Dawn5.0★Oct 2017

• "One of the best houses we've rented in the 15 or so years that we have been holidaying as a large group."

  Great location, comfortable and well appointed. Lots of room for 8 adults.

  Reviewed by Margaret5.0★Oct 2017

• "Our stay at the farmhouse was lovely."

  The house far exceeded expectation-the photos really don't do it enough justice. It was way bigger than we imagined and had everything we needed for our stay. The owners were accommodating and friendly (and even brought us more dishwasher tabs when we ran out!!) It's in a fabulous location and our whole family thoroughly enjoyed the weekend. We would definitely recommend staying here and are considering rebooking ourselves.

  Reviewed by Elizabeth5.0★Mar 2017

• "Excellent holiday home for a big gathering."

  Plenty of space and very well equipped.

  Reviewed by Nicholas4.6★Feb 2017

• "A perfect cottage, in a beautiful location."

  Loved everything about it and will definitely be booking again. I couldn't recommend it more!

  Reviewed by Emily5.0★Jan 2017

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