Ghyllcroft Cottage (Holiday Cottage)

Jun 10th, 2018

Jan 27th, 2023

What a wonderful Christmas week the four of us enjoyed at the cottage. Its so comfortable, well equipped and tastefully furnished - and positioned in Gods only countryside with such amazing walks from the doorstep. The stay took the best part in a year of planning, reading every review which were so complimentary. But you only believe when you see it - and Ghyllcroft is even better than what wed seen online, making for a relaxing and fun family week. Our journey there in the final ten miles or so was tortuous on a foggy night, so we were mighty relieved to arrive in Hebden. When we stepped into the cottage we were met with a beautifully decorated real Christmas tree and subtle touches of holly - plus a very welcome hamper. The mince pies Sue left were enjoying long after our stay. We are serial holiday cottage renters, and no where has matched the extraordinary array of maps and guidebooks, providing inspirational ideas. It is also the first with an internet linked freeview TV, providing excellent evening viewing. The cottage is beautifully and thoughtfully furnished without being ornate, matching the 17th century structure. The beds are such that you just dont want to get up in the morning because they are so comfortable. The kitchen is well equipped with plenty of coffee mugs and glasses and equipment that doesnt need a thesis to operate. The lounge and dining areas is spacious so that each of the four of us could have our own space for any quiet time although we didnt need too many of those. The cottage is easy to warm. There's plenty of windows, each with their own special view. The kitchen outlooks across the hills but sad as it may seem Id happily look for ages at the spring pouring out on its way to the Beck. The walking opportunities are amazing and one that I really enjoyed took me along the Beck (where there's a terrific waterfall) and then looping uphill and back past Moss Reservoir. It may be only 3.5 miles but youll know youve done a walk! Our holiday was also made special by a marvellous Christmas Day lunch and various visits to the highly welcoming Clarendon Hotel where Lionel is a terrific host. The five-minute walk down from the pub is an absolute delight with the hills in the background. All in all the cottage and the village is one where you can feel really at home and relaxed - and well always cherish the memories of our week. Thanks Sue and Martin for all the help and advice before hand.
Feb 13th, 2019