Lowdale Barns West

Rating
Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Mr Rodgers
March 2020

“Lovely setting , beautiful & very well appointed cottage .”

We would love to return . Andrew , Ann & Maisie the dog .

We would love to return . Andrew , Ann & Maisie the dog .
Miss Henderson February 2020

“Thank you for the added extras.”

. tea towels, washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets, foil & cling film - much appreciated! A lovely cosy place to stay, we’d definitely return!
petermcdermott100 November 2019

“Fantastic property”

Beautifully modern, immaculately clean and warm converted stable with everything you need for a really comfortable stay. Near to beaches or moors. Very highly recommended for a lovely peaceful break.
Mr Warrior November 2019

“When I saw the pics of this place I thought it looked beautiful and it was even better in person!”

The little touches are fantastic and it was that good my other half said she wishes she could have moved there. We were there on a cold wet weekend and it was still amazing. Couldn't reccomend more!
Mr Mcdermott November 2019

“The location, comfort and cleanliness of the property was exceptional - great area to tour local villages and coast.”
Mr Hounslow November 2019

“Good location, quiet, warm and clean cottage.”
Mr Morris October 2019

“The only downside to the barn is the poor lighting in the lounge area.”

Also mention could be made of the road access with the large potholes in the unmade road area where care is required. Apart from this we had a very very enjoyable week. The barn was very cosy, clean and well appointed with a very good baker, butchers and fish and chip takeaway/restaurant and Spar shop in the village.
Mr Lough September 2019

“We found the cottage very comfortable .”

My wife and I love the moors and the dales and it is quite likely we would book again in the future .
Mrs Bargh September 2019

“Lovely cottage quiet setting everything you could need for an enjoyable stay will certainly stay there again”
Miss Davies August 2019

“What a fabulous barn conversion this is.”

Tasteful decoration and everything you could possibly need in the kitchen! Well equipped bedroom and possibly the best shower I’ve ever seen in the bathroom. Such a peaceful location. Ideal for exploring the area. Train only 10 mins into Whitby. Lots of beautiful countryside to discover. We enjoyed every minute of our holiday and have already booked for next year. Rachel is a brilliant, friendly owner and her little dog, Hugo was a hit with my daughter. Would definitely recommend without doubt.
Mr Mayer August 2019

“This cottage was very disappointing.”

It had absolutely no atmosphere and was not at all homely. A rug in each room would make a good addition to make the place look less like a box. It certainly wasn’t furnished to the high standard as described by Sykes, but was furnished with very basic items from IKEA. The sofa and chair in the living area were extremely hard and uncomfortable as was the mattress which was so soft you could both feel and hear the springs when you moved. The pillows had some kind of inner protector which made it sound like you were sleeping on a packet of crisps. The 2 pull down blinds in the bedroom do not stop the light coming in and as there are lights outside each door it is difficult to get off to sleep. Black out blinds would improve matters. We only had contact with the owner when we arrived and she had to go into the next cottage to borrow their pint of milk. On entering the cottage, we found a packet of Blue Riband biscuits which we thought was a bit mean after reading some previous reviews and compared with other greeting gifts we have received. We also found she had provided just 1 toilet roll. There was no toilet brush which one would have expected, the cold-water tap dripped constantly and the toilet seat moved when sat on. In addition, the grassed area at the rear needed cutting so as to make it usable. The owners mowed the grass on their own private pitch and put course to the front of their house so it would have been nice to have had the small area of grass behind the cottage mowed. In conclusion, this is the first time in 50 years of holidaying that we have been asked to strip the bed before we left!! What on earth do they do between the departing guests leaving at 10am and the arriving guests turning up at 3pm. Judging by the number of cobwebs everywhere, not that much. We will not be returning.
Mr Brown August 2019

“Public right of way at bottom of garden”
Mr Craig July 2019

“Beautiful cottage beautiful location loved every minute of my holiday will be back again thank you”
Mrs Murray June 2019

“In the write up it states there are velox windows, but not in the west cottage, so the main room is rather dark and needed lights on most of the time, but they are not very bright.”

Also only one toilet roll for the week! On the good side the barn was very comfortable and of high standard and very clean, also the outlook couldn’t have been better.
Mrs Bloss May 2019

“The holiday cottage was the best one we have ever stayed in.”

It met all our expectations and more from the decor, facilities and location. The location was also great for exploring the area. A very comfortable and welcoming stay at Lowdale Barns West. Brilliant and thank you
Mrs Matthams March 2019

“Lovely cottage.”

Warm, cozy and everything you need for a lovely stay near Whitby.
Mr Stones March 2019

“Perfect weekend spent in Lowdale Barn, cosy, comforting and relaxing location.”

Close to all the hidden gems around the moors and transportation is easy. Would highly recommend Lowdale Barns, can’t wait to return☺️
Mrs Andre-hardy January 2019

“Sykes was fantastic both before and after our stay.”

We have 2 dogs but our choices of cottages said 1 well behaved dog. They spoke with the owners and they agreed to 2 small well behaved dogs. Really impressed and the property didn’t disappoint!
dun154 December 2018

“Perfect retreat”

This beautifully furnished, clean and comfortable cottage has been converted from a barn into a fabulous welcome cottage. Part of two cottages, it is a little distance from Sleights, out in the country with sheep surrounding the property, very quiet and private. The owners in the manor house close by, are there for help if needed. Close to Whitby, the sea side and the Moors. The location is really perfect. Thanks for sharing your home.
Mrs Corrigan November 2018

“Lowdale Barn West is a fantastic holiday home with amazing attention to detail.”

It has everything you need for a wonderful holiday and is in a fabulous location! Owners called round to check everything ok just after we arrived but then we were left to enjoy our relaxing and peaceful weekend. Would definitely be in my top 10!
Mr Selway October 2018

“The location was extremely quiet, except for the farm animals in the distance.”

It was everything we expected and more. The village of Sleights has a small supermarket, pubs and a wonderful Fish & Chip restaurant/take away. It is about 15 minutes from Whitby and the Moors. Grosmont is 20 minutes away. Sleights railway station is 5 minutes away and there is a good bus service into Whitby. We would definitely stop here again. The barn has everything you need and once we worked out how to use the underfloor heating system, it was very cozy and warm. The decor is in keeping with the cottage and has some very nice features. We went purposely to see Whitby Gothic Weekend. It was very convenient and ideal for the purpose. A very enjoyable experience. Thank you.
Lythall October 2018

“Lowdale Barns West is a beautifully converted barn on the edge of a lovely village.”

Inside was spotlessly clean and warm. Just 2 barns opening onto a courtyard and the owners house adjoining made it all very peaceful. Nice walks with the dog to the river and village nearby. Good location for North York’s Moors, Whitby and the coast.
Ms Dunstan October 2018

“This beautifully restored barn is exceptionally well furnished.”

Large, comfortable and clean, it is a peaceful retreat from noise and smells of a city or town. There are two cottages in the barn and the main house (which is also being restored) on the property. There is no indication of anyone else being on the site as the barn is so self contained. Everything you might need is here in this cottage. The surrounding area is full of interest and beauty. I highly recommend Lowdale Barns West and would stay again if in the area. Thank you for sharing your cottage.
Mrs Coult September 2018

“Great location for easy access to both the Moors and the Coast with walking straight outside the door.”

Well appointed accommodation with the option of a short break which is very handy.
Mrs Jeffrey September 2018

“The barn is beautiful and such a relaxing place to stay.”

We felt at home straight away. The location is a perfect base for walking and for touring the local area. Perfect accommodation in a perfect spot.
Mrs Mcgarry July 2018

“From the initial enquiry to making the booking , the communication etc has been excellent.”

The accommodation, Lowdale Barn, was outstanding. 1st impressions were wow it’s so clean and immaculate. I have lost count of the times, we have checked in to holiday cottages,and I have had to wash cutlery and cups etc, before we could do anything else!! The owner was very welcoming, the location was perfect for us. We would definitely book again.
Mr Deacon June 2018

“The cottage was extremely well presented, the main disappointment was the lack of practical items, ie no where to hang clothes apart from hangers on coat hooks, shower tray was not anti slip, only a small electric towel rail for bath sheets, no hand held wand in the shower.”

The lack of a window in the lounge to admire the view was a disappointment.
Mr Kershaw June 2018

“When we booked way back during 2017, we booked both the East and the West Barns at the same time!”

One was for the EAST Barn which we took at Xmas Time when we had a very enjoyable experience - nothing to do with it being Xmas time, see our review which is currently posted on your website and couldn't really have been bettered. The second booked - WEST, is the one we used during the week just ended during June and although one might say that they are broadly similar, being adjoined, but nothing could have been further from the truth. I shall endeavour to explain the differences which was to cause us a fair few difficulties during the week and proved to be a serious disappointment. *That said - all things other than for what is contained in the following explanation - were on a par with our previous experience during our stay at Xmas in the EAST Barn, so would definitely give 10 out of 10 for the rest. Major differences:Bedroom - pretty much the same in layout (Minus the Bathroom) but the Bed was smaller and much less comfortable PLUS - there was an overlong "step down" from the bedroom to the corridor leading to the living room area. The Bathroom isn't En Suite and doesn't have any extractor Fan and one has to fiddle about in the dark looking for the lightswitch before entering - and this is emmediately after stepping down from the bedroom. *We preferred not to leave the light on all night - this shouldn't have been required anyway. Being rather long in the tooth, having dodgy knees and being a tad unsteady on my feet, plus Diabetic to boot, my numerous trips during every night resulted in numerous trips and falls during the course of the week. On return journey from the Bathroom, even though the "step up" is indeed rather high compared to the norm, I appreciate that much younger and fitter people might comment on this but manage it as fit people would - and get on with things. I only mention this as a precaution - would recommend that you could perhaps use this as a caution to aid the unwary when booking. We would definitely consider a return to this venue - but NEVER ever book the WEST again, it would always be the EAST should we ever return. The East living area is much more open and spacious and has a Larger Dining Table. To summarise - The Venue and the hosts were as excellant as on our previous visit, cannot be faulted. The WEST Barn leaves a little to be desired and proved a disappointment. The EAST Barn - see my previous posting after our stay at Xmas 2017 - Brilliant!!! Sorry this review couldn't have been positive for our stay this time around. Best wishes Alan & Sue K
Mrs Bateman June 2018

“It would have been helpful to have clearer directions regarding the location as we had difficulty finding Lowdale Barn.”

Once we arrived we enjoyed the quietness and privacy and all the facilities provided. Cleanliness was of a high standard and we had all the equipment needed to enjoy the week. Exploring the area was easy from Sleights and although the weather was poor we still had a good time.
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Lowdale Barns

A couple of exquisite, stone-built barn conversions set in an old stables in the rural village of Sleights in North Yorkshire. These spectacular bungalows haven been renovated from old farm buildings, they still bare the original stone walls and wooden beams to add charm and character. Lowdale Barns are some of the highest quality properties on our books, they have fantastic furnishings throughout with modern laminate flooring, spacious open plan living areas, Smart TVs, WIFI, well-equipped kitchens, underfloor heating and comfortable living spaces. They both enjoy high, vaulted ceilings, one with a velux window brightening the inside. They come with luxury shower rooms with large walk-in, rainfall showers. To the outside of the cottages, each one comes with its own seating area, perfect to sit out with your morning coffee and plan the days' events. There is also a shared lawn to enjoy on the sunny days. Lowdale Barns come in the village of Sleight, it offers the essentials with a shop, pub, chippy and a café, it is ideally based for a country and coastal holiday as it comes with both within easy reach. The brilliant former fishing port of Whitby is a short drive away with its great range of shops.scenery and a stunning harbour to enjoy. A group of beautiful barns in a lovely rural location.

The property

A relaxing, romantic stone-built bungalow located in the village of Sleights in North Yorkshire.

High quality furnishings, a Smart TV, open plan living, high ceilings and exposed beams and stone make this cottage the ideal place for a relaxing break in the countryside.

Note: This cottage can be booked with Ref. 956467, together they can sleep four people.

Summary

All ground floor
One double bedroom
Shower room with shower, basin and WC
Open plan living area with a kitchen, dining area and sitting area.
Oil underfloor heating
Electric oven, ceramic hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher, Smart TV with FreeSat, DVD, WIFI, selection of books, games and DVDs
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off road parking for 1 car
Private patio with furniture and a shared lawn
Sorry, no smoking
Shop and pub 1 mile
One well behaved dog welcome Note: There is a step of approximately 20cm from the bedroom into the lounge

About the location

SLEIGHTS

Whitby 4 miles.

Sleights is ideal for both a coastal and country holiday. Just 4 miles from the picturesque Yorkshire coastline, it is also on the edge of the dramatic North Yorkshire moors country, littered with attractive villages and scenery, which is very popular with walkers and cyclists. Though quiet, Sleights boasts a pub, a fish and chip shop, an antique shop (with cafe), a butcher's, a bakery, a hairdressers, a cafe and a Post Office within a Spar shop. The North Yorkshire Steam Railway terminus is a few minutes’ drive, together with regular public transport to and from the nearby port of Whitby. Whitby lies at the mouth of the River Esk and is ideally situated for exploring this beautiful part of Yorkshire. It is an atmospheric town of winding streets and hidden alleys, with a picturesque harbour, safe sandy beaches and, of course, the abbey, reached by the famous 199 steps.

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Features

“Lovely setting , beautiful & very well appointed cottage .”

“Thank you for the added extras.”

“Fantastic property”

“When I saw the pics of this place I thought it looked beautiful and it was even better in person!”

“The location, comfort and cleanliness of the property was exceptional - great area to tour local villages and coast.”

“Good location, quiet, warm and clean cottage.”

“The only downside to the barn is the poor lighting in the lounge area.”

“We found the cottage very comfortable .”

“Lovely cottage quiet setting everything you could need for an enjoyable stay will certainly stay there again”

“What a fabulous barn conversion this is.”

“This cottage was very disappointing.”

“Public right of way at bottom of garden”

“Beautiful cottage beautiful location loved every minute of my holiday will be back again thank you”

“In the write up it states there are velox windows, but not in the west cottage, so the main room is rather dark and needed lights on most of the time, but they are not very bright.”

“The holiday cottage was the best one we have ever stayed in.”

“Lovely cottage.”

“Perfect weekend spent in Lowdale Barn, cosy, comforting and relaxing location.”

“Sykes was fantastic both before and after our stay.”

“Perfect retreat”

“Lowdale Barn West is a fantastic holiday home with amazing attention to detail.”

“The location was extremely quiet, except for the farm animals in the distance.”