Wallace Cottage

Rating
Sleeps 7
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 2
Pets Yes

Features

Off road parking
Open fire
Smoke-free
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Games Room
Broadband / WiFi

Mrs Davies
August 2019

“Lovely cottage with plenty of room.”

Facilities were great, everything we needed was there, and more.

Facilities were great, everything we needed was there, and more.
Ms Woolley June 2019

“Overall it was a lovely house; comfortable, nice and bright and very close to all the amenities of Masham.”

The outside area was nice and private to sit in but could do with a tidy up and an upgrade of the outdoor furniture. The inside of the cottage was fine, but may be a bit cramped in the sitting room with 7 adults. The sitting room furniture could do with an upgrade and the carpets throughout could do with a deep clean. And it would have been good to have more drinking glasses too. But these negatives are minor points and easily rectified.
Mrs Brown April 2019

“Had a great weekend in Masham .”

Wallace cottage was ideally located close to all the local amenities. The cottage was well equipped and comfortable. Would suggest that the owner needs to look at the hot water system as it tended to go cold when taking showers and baths . We will definitely consider booking this cottage again in the future
Mrs Smith April 2019

“No internet access was not able to compleate my work apart from this very good”
Mrs Hilton March 2019

“Was assured we had fuel for wood burner which didn’t happen, shower in bathroom was poor and bath side panel constantly falling off which should be simple to rectify and toilet never shuts off after flushing.”

The loft bedroom is almost impossible to live in with the constant amount of flies which we couldn’t find the source of their entry, also found two empty cans of fly spray. Wouldn’t recommend this property.
Mrs Billington March 2019

“I was a bit worried when I read 2 recent negative reviews at this cottage.”

So I rang Sykes and I had spoken to the owner of the cottage and informed that they have changed cleaners . We booked 3 nights and to be honest for the price which equated to less than £20 per night. You cant really grumble. The cottage was clean enough and comfortable for us. There were some flies in the top room which my friend kept finding dead but no more than 10 in 2 days. The rating of 3 stars is about right. You can get better, but then you get what your pay for. Nice location in the centre of town and next to everything, even the local co-op. The only negative comment from myself, was that the duvet in the super king was very thin and would have been nice to have a blanket. I was not able to find any blanket in the room. Good accommodation for the price
Mr Thomson January 2019

“Very spacious and comfortable for our needs.”

the owner was very accommodating with our early arrival and slightly later leaving time.
Mrs Hardisty October 2018

“We had a great time, really lovely house, spacious and fabulous location.”

Some nice touches and comfy beds. I called the owner about the cleanliness and it was resolved straight away. Also the kitchen could do with more crockery as once we had eaten breakfast there werent enough plates/cups left for lunch or tea. Lovely walks nearby, plenty of pubs and lots of places to see.
Mrs Ball October 2018

“The cottage was nice and big inside and had most of the facilities one would expect.”

The beds were comfortable. The cottage was great for not having to drive once at Masham and less than a minutes walk to the supermarket, about a three minute walk to one of the breweries and great for pub visits and meals out. Two cars could park behind a double gate on one side and the third behind another gate. But it would be tight to try and physically get into the house if you did park there. However some little things that pulled the house down from a 10 to a 8. Firstly, on the Sykes website the cottage is described as detached. It's not, it is a semi, adjoining Gromit cottage. Secondly there weren't enough pans in the kitchen if you were going to cook a meal for 7 people. We had to amend a couple of meals for 5. Could do with a few more mugs and tea spoons too. It was very tight around the table for 5. Not sure how 7 adults would cope! There were no instructions for the cooker which was a 'range' type. No instruction manual for the house at all (that we could find) so we didn't know what to do with rubbish/recycling, collection days, heating etc. Three light bulbs in different parts of the house didn't work and the side of the bath in the main bathroom came free so I had to ring the owner and he came in to put new bulbs in and fix the bath. The light coloured carpet upstairs had stains every where (I assume as it was towards the end of season and dogs are allowed in the cottage). I had to look under the bed in the bedroom with the ensuite as I lost an earring. It was filthy underneath the bed. The grout in the shower in the ensuite needs cleaning/changing. One of the blinds on the stair way up was coming off its roller so once we had pulled it down the first night we left it down for fear of pulling it off the wall completely! Outside the 'front' door from the sitting room there was a plant pot full of cigarette butts. Not nice if your group are non smokers and previous visitors have been smoking! The patios would have been really nice if some thought had been put into plants/pots/ some tidying up. Some suggestions would include a clothes maiden as there is a washing machine in the utility room but nothing to hang the washing on if it's raining outside and your clothes aren't dryer friendly. Also a hand towel or tea towel in the kitchen. One towel was left. I would have used it as a hand towel. Luckily we had brought tea towels ourselves. I almost put 'failed to meet expectations' rather than 'met' but thought that would be a little unfair. This probably sounds a very negative view and I don't mean it to be. Just hope that the owner can have a bit more imput into the upkeep/cleaning/provisions in the house!
Mr Hollis September 2018

“Cottage was great tried to book for the same time next year but it was ...”

Cottage was great tried to book for the same time next year but it was unavailable will definitely re book Wallace cottage
Mrs Watson August 2018

“Booking with Sykes has always given us peace of mind.”

This house suited our needs although the main picture is showing the garden area and describing coming into a cosy lounge but its through the back door really as you can't open the double gates into that gravel area. The house states parking for three cars but there is no way you could park 3 cars, you have to drive down a very narrow lane and there are other cottages down there. We were ok but if someone has an SUV or large car in the party they will struggle. There is a lot of thought gone into trying to provide enough for a family's stay such as extra toilet rolls and soap, use of a BBQ and lots of seating outside. The description says selection of books games and DVDs. There is a selection of books and a couple for children but No games and hardly any DVDs but thats probably because the only Dvd players are on the 2 tvs in 2 of the double bedrooms. It was a real disappointment to find a lovely lounge but no DVD player, especially when we bought new movies to watch on our holiday, we felt a Dvd player was kind if standard. The house us in a beautiful area and we picked it cos it ticked the number of bedrooms we needed for our party. Some of the furnishings are dated but it was comfy and we couldn't get the tv in the dining room to work, but I think the owners need to bear in mind that not just families with a teenage child will visit, there are other spaces in the house that a family would want to watch a movie and having no tv in the dining room but a dvd player in the lounge would be a much better idea.
Mrs Benfield August 2018

“Great location for visiting the Dales.”

The cottage is spacious and to a high standard. Lots of towels and well equipped kitchen. We loved it!
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The property

This delightful detached cottage is situated in the town of Masham, providing families or groups of friends a memorable holiday experience all year round.

Upon entering, you will arrive at a cosy sitting room, boasting a welcoming wood burner and comfortable seating.

The spacious, modern kitchen provides everything you need to serve meals at the dining table.

A utility area and cloakroom complete the ground floor accommodation.

Take the stairs up to the next floor, which hosts a beautifully presented super king-size bedroom, with an en-suite bathroom.

There is also a king-size double bedroom, a single bedroom and a stylish family bathroom.

The second floor has an additional double bedroom.

On a nice day, why not enjoy a refreshing drink on the enclosed patio area, or wander into the market town of Masham with its good range of craft shops, galleries, shops, restaurants and pubs.

The popular towns of Ripon, Thirsk, Northallerton, Richmond and Harrogate are an easy drive away, and you will be spoilt for choice in this wonderful location.

Summary

Over three floors
Four bedrooms: 1 x super king-size double with en-suite bath, shower over, basin and WC, 1 x king-size double, 1 x second floor double, 1 x single
First floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Ground floor cloakroom with basin and WC
Kitchen with dining area
Sitting room with woodburner.
Gas central heating with woodburner
Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, 3 x TV with Freeview, WIFI, selection of books, games and DVDs
Fuel, power and starter pack for stove inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Highchair
Off road parking for 3 cars
Enclosed patio to rear with furniture
One well-behaved pet welcome, may consider two
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 5 mins and pub 2 mins walk
Note: Note: The check in time for this property is from 4pm

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About the location

MASHAM

Ripon 9 miles; Bedale 6 miles; Northallerton 14 miles.

The historic little market town of Masham is situated in the lower reaches of pretty Wensleydale alongside the River Ure. Set in gently rolling farmland, the town boasts a huge market square, where a Wednesday market has been joined by a popular Saturday market. There are lots of walks around the area, including a 10-mile walk along the Ure, arguably one of the best in the UK. The town boasts a good range of crafts, galleries, shops, restaurants and pubs and has become best known perhaps as the home of two breweries Theakstons of Old Peculiar fame and the Black Sheep Brewery, which now brews 11 million pints of beer a year! The popular towns of Ripon, Thirsk, Northallerton, Richmond and Harrogate are an easy drive away. With so much to see and do in the area, this is a great place for a holiday in all seasons.

Region Information

Yorkshire Cottage Holidays

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Wallace Cottage

Masham, Yorkshire Dales - South (Ref. 904411)

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Features

“Lovely cottage with plenty of room.”

“Overall it was a lovely house; comfortable, nice and bright and very close to all the amenities of Masham.”

“Had a great weekend in Masham .”

“No internet access was not able to compleate my work apart from this very good”

“Was assured we had fuel for wood burner which didn’t happen, shower in bathroom was poor and bath side panel constantly falling off which should be simple to rectify and toilet never shuts off after flushing.”

“I was a bit worried when I read 2 recent negative reviews at this cottage.”

“Very spacious and comfortable for our needs.”

“We had a great time, really lovely house, spacious and fabulous location.”

“The cottage was nice and big inside and had most of the facilities one would expect.”

“Cottage was great tried to book for the same time next year but it was ...”

“Booking with Sykes has always given us peace of mind.”

“Great location for visiting the Dales.”