5 White Horse Mews Spofforth, Harrogate, HG3 1BQ, United Kingdom
#12 of 181 Holiday rentals in Harrogate
Guests' ChoiceBased on 119 hotel reviews
9.5Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Location
9.4
Facilities
9.8
Staff
9.7
Value for money
9.4
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 4 May 2024
Sarah
United KingdomNothing at all.
This property was just perfect. The owner has paid attention to every detail. It felt like home. Was just beautiful. So much love in this home. We were at a conference in Harrogate so was out all day till late but retuning to this house was perfect. Beds were super comfortable.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 1 May 2024
Richard
United KingdomCastle Cottage was excellent in every way. Very clean and comfortable and had everything you needed for a great stay. Would highly recommend this great place.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 29 April 2024
Helen
United KingdomNothing
Ideal house extremely comfortable. Very clean and a lot of thought with regards to what visitors need. Beds very comfortable.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Joanne
United KingdomNothing
Immaculate and beautifully decorated. Lots of nice touches
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 16 April 2024
Keith
United KingdomNothing it was perfect.
This has got to be one of the best stays we have had, perfect location & the property was to a very high standard. The beautiful pub across the road is a bonus too.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 3 April 2024
Lisa-marie
United KingdomNothing at all! The bulb in the fridge has gone out but that is the only thing I can mention and I’m sure it will be replaced as everything is in fantastic condition!
Quaint property in a perfect location, the decor was beautiful, very modern and tasteful but fitting to a cottage style! Across the road from a little shop and country pub. Very clean and comfortable home with everything you could possibly need for a stay! Board games were a great touch and my daughter loved this! Thank you again. Lovely host!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 3 March 2024
Margaret
United KingdomThe weather
Located in a quiet cul de sac, with a bistro, pub and shops within approximately 100 yards from the house. The owner sent information on local facilities. Spofforth Castle is also within walking distance. The beds were so comfortable. Toiletries, coffee, tea and even milk were supplied as were dog treats which even though we did not have a dog with us showed that the owner aimed to provide everything a guest could need.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 6 February 2024
Clare
GreeceNothing it’s beautiful
Everything beautiful cottage with everything required. Furnished lovely. Great shower. Fab location.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 5 February 2024
Jade
United KingdomGorgeous house, everything we needed. Host was very accommodating. 10/10
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 5 February 2024
Kate
United KingdomNothing
Beautifully decorated cottage with 3 lovely bedrooms. Check in was really easy with loads on information from the host. Directly opposite the pub which serves great food. Close to Harrogate.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 19 January 2024
Karen
AustraliaNothing
Clean, had everything. Towels were lovely!!!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 6 January 2024
Menzies
United KingdomKey code was sent very late on day of arrival/travel. The owner needed reminding to do this. Confirmed at 1pm for 2pm entry.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 4 December 2023
David
United KingdomI can't pick a fault with the property at all. All I would say is try bring all your food and drink with you as the convenience store over the road is quite pricey, but that is probably to be expected in a village store.
Had everything you needed for a pleasant stay, also the village is lovely and within easy reach of Harrogate and Wetherby. We went to a wedding at Wharfedale Grange which was 10 minutes down the road so this place was ideal for a nearby place to stay for the weekend.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 19 November 2023
Sophie
United KingdomExceptionally clean. Bess very comfortable really nice place to stay
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 23 October 2023
Samantha
United KingdomLoved it all.
A lovely property with everything you could possibly need. Very clean and comfortable. Great communication with the owner who couldn’t have been more helpful.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 18 October 2023
Ruth
United KingdomEverything was great.
A lovely, comfortable place to stay. Fully equipped with everything you need.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 16 October 2023
Anna
United KingdomThe only negative was a bit of traffic noise and pub ‘chuck out time noise’ on the first night. There was five of us and only 4 dining chairs so we had to use the vanity stool from the bedroom, not a problem for us but an extra chair might be a good idea.
Location great. Parking great. Really comfortable beds and sofas. House was clean and nicely decorated/furnished. All rooms were a good size. Toiletries were a nice touch. Immediate response from the host when we had trouble with the key safe which was very much appreciated.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 27 September 2023
Christopher
SwitzerlandCan't think of anything. I think the best rental of this kind I have experienced.
Fabulous- all amenities to a high quality and many extra touches throughout. Has been renovated to a very high standard and the location is terrific, very close to a great pub/restaurant and Post-Office/convenience store. Great dog walking around and easy access to drive into Harrogate. Nice cul de sac with a good parking space.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 29 August 2023
Julie
United KingdomDid not find anything that we did not like, exceptional 😊
Absolutely loved our stay, couldn't fault anything on this beautiful cottage,
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 5 August 2023
Anna
United KingdomNothing we didn’t like - it was just perfect!
The location was fantastic and the cottage was beautiful, the decor was lovely and the house was very clean.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 26 July 2023
Catharine
United KingdomLovely property just perfect for our family. Very cosy and clean with all of the necessary amenities. Great pub and bistro across the road which was very easy to pop across to.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 21 July 2023
Julie
NetherlandsWould have liked a welcome pack with local info on walks, for example (and about bin emptying day)
Beautifully decorated, well equipped, really comfy beds
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 2 July 2023
Gary
United KingdomNothing
Very clean and well situated for journeys out of Spofforth.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 29 June 2023
Octavia
United KingdomI didn't realise how busy the road was & that it was literally right outside the back gate. That's on me, though. I did look on Google Earth at the area, but I just didn't realise the road was so arterial with buses, tractors, so many cars & motorbikes going for lovely ride outs. It was loud with traffic starting with daylight & made it unenjoyable to be in the garden, but it did mean we were in eye sight of Londis, which was great. We couldn't sleep with the window open either due to the traffic noise disturbing the baby. We did have white noise on LOUD & made use of the lovely fan provided. We also brought 2 more fans because it was the hottest day of the year that weekend! If it had been cooler, the window wouldn't have been an issue. It's not a criticism at all, but honest feedback. The pictures & advert of the house is accurate, I wouldn't change that.
Exactly as described. Extremely high spec finishing. It was the Simple Human shower dispenser that sealed us booking, we have one too, the instructions on how to use them had me howling. The house had been very carefully curated & we appreciated the attention to detail everywhere. The sofas were comfy. Plenty of lighting options. We super appreciated a garden with no grass. The amenities were excellent, what we needed. Proximity to shops, a park to take the children, everything was brilliant. Everything worked as expected. How perfect the house is made our stay easier. Thank you!
Stayed in June 2023
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