Cunliffe House in West Yorkshire | Cottage With a Hot Tub

About Cunliffe House

Cunliffe House is a wonderfully-presented, traditional cottage resting within the endearing West Yorkshire village of Esholt near Shipley. This spacious abode has been designed to offer everything you could possibly need, comprising two floors of stylish furnishings and features to ensure a memorable experience.

Perfect for a family get-together or a celebration with friends, this property comes within striking distance of the superb attractions of West Yorkshire and is close to the Yorkshire Dales National Park. You will be delighted to find a well-equipped kitchen, featuring all the essentials to whip up a delicious evening meal before gathering your loved ones around the formal dining room, where you will find traditional features, including an exposed brick wall and beams, filling the room with charm.

After dinner, lounge around with your loved ones within the contemporary sitting room, where you can unwind whilst the fire burns and your favourite film is playing. Alternatively, choose to spend your evening within the well-stocked games room with a bar area, or dip into the bubbling hot tub to appreciate the wonderful surroundings.

As the evening draws to a close, you will be spoiled for choice by the flexible sleeping arrangement that awaits you. Here, you will find four well-presented bedrooms, comprising a ground-floor twin, a king-size bedroom, and two king-size bedrooms with en-suite shower rooms.

During the warmer months, enjoy your morning coffee within the brightly decorated conservatory or soak up the sun on the patio area, complete with a table and chairs. If you can tear yourself away from this superb spot, a short stroll will bring you to the local pub, where you will find a superb dining and ale menu, which was once used for filming the television series Emmerdale.

Within the area, you will find a plethora of golf courses, and walkers will be delighted with the short drive to the superb Yorkshire Dales National Park. Cunliffe House awaits, offering a refreshing break in an area steeped in natural beauty and attractions to suit the whole family.

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Need To Know

✓Electric central heating
✓ Electric oven, gas hob, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher
✓ Smart TV, 4 x TVs, WiFi, pool table, games
✓ Fuel, power and starter pack included in rent
✓ Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓ Ample off-road parking
✓ Patio area with hot tub and furniture
✓ External games room with a pool table, darts, a bar and furniture
✓ Two well-behaved pets welcome
✓ Sorry, no smoking
✓ Shop 1.6 miles, pub 0.2 miles
✓ Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping Bond of £500
✓ Note: External games room in garage

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Cunliffe House Reviews

Geoffrey

Superb location, quiet yet still near to all the shops and places of interest. The house is excellent , very well equipped and clean. A lovely welcome pack on arrival, hot tub was well used by our grandson. We will certainly visit again,

Louisa

Beautiful cottage. Great location. Lovely welcome hamper. Would definitely recommend you will have a great time! However, just a couple of things that could be better. Not enough wine glasses , tumblers, cups etc. We have stayed in numerous properties and often there are more plates, cups, glasses, cutlery etc than needed however there was 1 half pint glass and 3 wine glasses and not as much crockery and cutlery as would expect. This also meant the dishwasher was going on for very few items. No teapot but 4 cafetires. No plastic glasses for when in hot tub either. Also games room great but not really any useable darts. But these are such minor issues that are easily improved and its a great place, so if you book you wont be disappointed.

Great stay at Cunliffe House. The property and grounds were very clean on arrival and the welcome basket and goodies in the fridge were much appreciated. The games room was well used as we had a wet day. All beds were comfy and having plenty of seating areas was great with a large family group.

Graham

A lovely home with a wow factor! Very spacious, clean and the welcome pack was extremely generous and much appreciated! All beds were comfortable, lovely big sofas for relaxing evenings and good facilities throughout. Travel cot and high chair were available as requested and baby slept well always a bonus! The hot tub was popular. Good storage in the utility area for outdoor shoes etc. Lots of hot water and house was always warm. We moved a bedside lamp to the lounge for evening ambiance. We know the area well and visited this time for a family occasion in Guiseley we would all like to return to Cunliffe House in the future, it is lovely.

Lovely house amazing location we really enjoyed ourselves and have booked again for next year thanks

Had a fabulous weekend stay for our Xmas get together, so comfortable and clean ... Had a fabulous weekend stay for our Xmas get together, so comfortable and clean , lovely touch with the welcome hamper , the house is to a really high standard , the kids and men spent some time in the games room , and we used the hot tub which if any criticism, would be it could do with being undercover as it was a freezing windy evening but we still used it , would definitely use again and recommend for more nights next time

Beautiful property, spotlessly clean, comfortable, fabulous heating and hot tub an added bonus. Peaceful location, less than 10 mins walk to very friendly local pub. Would not hesitate to recommend and definitely return!

The oven could do with a deep clean, not enough waste bags nor clear indication of recycling. The fire pit was full of cigarette butts and could have done with cleaning out. No locks on bathroom doors otherwise very warm and comfy. Wed definitely come back, the games room was excellent as was the hot tub. The house itself was beautiful, quiet and ideally located to tour the surrounding countryside.

Christine

Had a great girls trip for 3 nights, lovely house very comfortable, and enjoyed the hot tub

Kathryn

Absolutely fantastic place, thank you for the starter pack. Everything was really clean, maybe suggest a little fridge in the games room and also more outside lighting around the hot tub area, but apart from that we would recommend your house and we will definitely come back

Beverley

The location was just perfect for our weekend away. We had lovely autumnal sunshine. Lovely walk to Guiesley taking in the views towards Bradford and beyond. Visited the Woolpack pub in our return walk. The property was comfortable well maintained. We made use of the hot tub and thoroughly enjoyed our time there. The welcome was a lovely touch. We didn't make use of the games room in the garage but there is definitely something for everyone at the property. Would recommend it to anyone.

Everyone really enjoyed their stay. Brilliant amenities, games room and hot tub especially. We loved the location too, peaceful area with localbpub and walks, but also easy access to the nearest towns, Saltaire and Bingley. Highly recommended.

The house is ideally situated to explore the area but also secluded enough to enjoy the peace of the countryside. Everything was clean and tidy and the welcome pack was above and beyond, we even had a bottle of prosseco to enjoy. We placed an online grocery order from Asda that arrived as promised with no issues, it was ideal for a large family. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, we reported that there was not enough wine glasses and they supplied some the same day, a very prompt and polite service

Catherine

Lovely spacious house with everything you need literally a few minutes walk to the Woolpack pub in Esholt village. Loved the games room, the snug outside and the hot tub. Comfy and beautiful bedrooms. Only things I might add would be a blind on the landing window, being able to lock the gate next to the yard behind and someone checking the hot tub every couple of days. Will be coming back though at some point in the future.

We loved the house, the location, the garden, hot tub, rooms, ensuites, the cleanliness, the WiFi, the space and layout, games room, views, sheep, owls and bunnies we would definitely come again! Things we think could be better downstairs bathroom could do with an update and a shower curtain for the shower and tiles which cover the wall to stop it getting soaked, it wasnt really usable as a shower. Locks on bathroom doors and ideally all upstairs doors and ensuites! More space to storing food To know someone was coming to collect something early in the morning! Not asking us to strip our beds and leave towels and sheets in the bath by email the day before we leave when youre paying a lot of money you dont expect to be part of the housekeeping process, never been asked to do this before!

We had a fantastic few days with the family i. E. son,daughter in law and two teenagers. Lots of memories made. Just a few observations made as follows The teapot was cracked and leaking No hot water in the bath in upstairs bathroom A shower screen needed over downstairs bathroom to prevent flooding. A full length mirror would bt appreciated

A really lovely house with plenty of space. We only stayed for two nights but wished we could have stayed longer. Maybe in the future. We made full use of the games room and hot tub. We sat in it listening to the music from a festival fete at the local sports club. The only downside was the scrap yard behind the house. They had a bonfire alight when we arrived and it didn't burn out until 36 hours later. We couldn't sit outside in the shaded area next to the games room because of the smoke from it. Apart from that, everything was great. The Woolpack pub in the village was good for food and drinks.

The property was amazing, couldnt fault one thing about it we will definitely be returning again! Attention to detail was on point the surroundings were beautiful. The hot to was fab and we had lots of fun in the games room, the hamper and fridge package was a lovely added bonus 1010 really couldnt fault one thing. Thank you we had an amazing stay here and look forward to another one.

We had a great week at Cunliffe house. It has a great set up with the hot tub and games room, as well as plenty of space so you can escape from each other. Beautiful patios and we loved watching the bats while using the firepit. The bedrooms are well appointed, particularly the 2 ensuites. The kitchen has plenty of space but as foodies we'd have appreciated better sharp knifes than are available. Maybe a sharpener would help? I added a plastic lemon squeezer to the items, as we needed one. As others have pointed out the main sitting room's sofas need reupholstering as they are past their best, although look lovely. The garden room has more upright sofas though, and it is a great room to sit in and relax, whilst admiring the gardens. I'd definitely recommend it as a holiday location. The Woolpack served tasty food if you fancied lunch and the village has a number of walks. Hopefully we'll visit again. Thank you!

Nice & cosy property in a peaceful location. Being able to walk to the cricket club & the atmospheric Woolpack pub was a bonus, where we had a very good meal. A lovely welcome hamper was provided on arrival. Plenty of hot water and linen & towels provided were of very good quality. The kitchen was well equipped. Unfortunately our group was a little disappointed. There was food from previous guests left in the oven. Broken teapot in cupboard had leaked and left a brown tea stain in cupboard. We removed couple of beer bottles that had been left in games room. A broken leg on the lounge armchair & lounge suite was worn. Also a broken zip on the conservatory sofa. Soap container in master ensuite almost empty on arrival & dusty skirting boards in Master ensuite. Lack of wardrobes in some bedrooms. The outside table & chairs appeared not been cleaned for sometime & the fire pit table had ashes left in it. I contacted the owner re some of the issues. She apologised for the cleaner having overlooked some things & she offered to send someone up to address the outside issues but as it was our penultimate evening we declined. Some of the above would indicate that the cleaningmaintenance could be better. Weve previously stayed in other properties with Sykes.

Mollie Mae

We had a fantastic stay for our first family holiday in years at Cunliffe House. Totally relaxing environment and would definitely come back, we were a little disturbed by the banging and construction work going on next door but this can't be helped, and the gentleman that came to fetch the mower from the shed a couple of times was very friendly and respectful, especially when he asked if he was okay with the dog. The pool table is not like the one on the pictures which is a shame, but we spent plenty of time on it regardless, a real highlight! My only suggestion would be to have some form of barrier or gate on the drive, or where the outdoor seating area is, as this is not enclosed and we had to park our cars in a way to try and block it off as we had a dog with us we had a few people walk by the bottom of the drive with dogsrunners etc so this was something we had to be aware of. Although the listing says fully enclosed, unfortunately this is not true as our dog could easily get out if he chose, and there is a large space in the hedge that goes straight through to a six foot drop onto the roadpathway. So if you do have a dog that is likely to wander or is in anyway reactive, a lead is very necessary! This didn't take away from our stay though as it's still relatively private, and the whole house was lovely, decorated to a beautiful standard, and we genuinely felt like we were at home. We made use of the fire pitBBQ, went in the hot tub nearly every day, and had an all round fabulous time. We hope to be back soon!

Steven

Beautiful property in a lovely peaceful setting, games room was fab and provided many hours of entertainment, house was lovely and warm, beds were so comfy and towels great. A nice hamper on arrival, my only criticism would be similar to previous reviews, lack of tumblr type drinking glasses tea towels, plus a lovely seating area outside provided but seats not cleaned so unable to really use, however this didn't detract from a great time we had and would stay again

We immediately fell in love with this gorgeous, welcoming house. It was clean, spacious, warm and comfortable and the lovely welcome pack on arrival was very much appreciated. The large hot tub and games room were well used by all family members and were a great fun addition to this property. The conservatory at the back of the house is a lovely quiet space and the outdoor area offers different places to sit and enjoy the lovely views. The quiet, scenic location was so peaceful and a 5 minute walk to the friendly village pub was a definite bonus. Would definitely recommend this house for a getaway and would love to return with the family again.

Yvonne

Overall our stay was really good! Property and location perfect for us and our dogs. The hot tub was very scummy when we first used it so contacted pool maintenance and they came out the next day. He emptied it and cleaned it which meant it was out of action for a couple of hours. Having a nice clean hot tub was great! Inside the property were lots of candles, we lit the two in the lounge which already contained used candles, one candle fell against the holder and cracked the glass badly! We did leave a note to warn that it was broken and dangerous. Also another's candle holder set on fire whilst we were relaxing in the lounge. We dealt with it but felt it would be better if there was a no candle policy in the property. The games room was brilliant! So much fun! We would definitely return for longer as there are lots of places to visit around Esholt. Ps we couldn't find the vacuum cleaner which would have been handy! This is a great property with good bedroom combinations so suits all age ranges.

Had an absolutely wonderful couple of days. The house is beautiful the pictures on line don't do it justice. The little touches like the welcome basket and bottle of prosecco so thoughtful. Lovely quality of bedding and towels. The family loved the hot tub and games room, just one suggestion to consider perhaps some sort of wooden structure to house the hot tub would make it ideal for use all year round. Having said that the rain didn't deter us from using it! . Will definitely be going back to Cunliffe house.

Alison

An awesome cottage in a beautiful setting!

Charlotte

My friends and I had an amazing stay at this property. Everything was clean and fresh upon arrival and the pictures do not do the house justice in how large and well decorated it is! We came with a small dog who had the time of his life in the garden and relaxing by the well stocked fireplace. The beds were exceptionally comfortable, and the hot rib exceptionally large! We had such a great time, I would definitely look to book again. The owner was also really helpful in returning an item of lost property we didnt even realise wed left it there! Thank you so much for an amazing stay

Our only concern was the difference in floor level from the kitchen to the rest of the house as the step is a lot higher than a normal step. Also if you were going to the downstairs bedroom or the stairs it was darker.

Jessica

A beautiful house located in a gorgeous picturesque setting. Fantastic amenities which made it perfect for our family getaway. We would highly recommend anyone to book this property.

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Attractions Near Cunliffe House

While there'll be plenty to keep you entertained at Cunliffe House itself, if you plan to get out and about and see some of what West Yorkshire has to offer, here are some of the nearby attractions you can enjoy during your stay. Please note that some of these activities and days out are paid and it's always a good idea to book in advance to secure your place where applicable.

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Xscape Castleford - WF10 4TA

about 18 Miles

Located in the Castleford area of West Yorkshire this is a fun family day out with loads of activities under one roof. For the energetic there is a real snow slop for skiing and rock climbing walls. For the more laid back then there is a cinema and bowling alley. This place caters for all ages and there are seasonal events on throughout the year too. This attraction is described on their website as the "Ultimate Entertainment Destination " so why not check out their site for the latest admission costs and opening times?

Fountains Abbey - HG4 3DY

about 19 Miles

This is an outstanding world heritage site located close to Ripon in the North Yorkshire area. Nature lovers will be in their element with an abundance of wide open spaces to explore and there are special guided tours for families. Some of the highlights may include seeing wild deer and bats during your visit. The grounds are fantastic to wander round but there is also an Elizabethan Mansion, Victorian Church, Georgian Water Garden and the finest example of Cistercian Abbey ruins in the country - Well worth a visit!

Lightwater Valley - HG4 3HT

about 23 Miles

Situated in the Ripon area of North Yorkshire this popular theme park makes a fantastic day out for the whole family. The more daring will love the big and thrilling rides such as Raptor Attack, The Ultimate and Trauma Tower. For the little ones there are some excellent attractions such as Flying Camels, Dodgems and a Magic Wheel. Toddlers will like the Dragon Boats and the Lightwater Express amongst other things. There are over 40 rides and attractions in total and we think this is excellent value for money too. If you book your tickets in advance online you can save even more money and beat the queues.

Stillingfleet Lodge Gardens - YO19 6HP

about 25 Miles

A day trip to Stillingfleet Lodge Gardens is the perfect way to relax with several gardens to explore in the grounds of a historic farmhouse. The gardens were established 30 years ago and each has something different to offer. Expect to find dramatic displays of foliage and flowers as well as beautifully landscaped areas. Families will enjoy the woodland which leads to a wildlife pond and a beautiful wildflower meadow. The site runs morning courses in gardening throughout the summer which are priced at just £12 and include coffee. There is also a nursery onsite where plants can be purchased. Entry to the gardens cost just £4 for adults and 50p for children.

Jorvik Viking Centre - YO1 9WT

about 27 Miles

Jorvik Viking Centre is a fun and educational attraction offering visitors the chance to learn all about the Viking-Age city of Jorvik. Thanks to the Archaeologists from York Archaeological Trust the amazing houses, workshops and backyards of the Viking-Age city of Jorvik are on display and give a clear insight to the way of life all those years ago. The site aims to offer an interactive experience with the state of the art time capsule and the blacksmith's furnace being the top attractions.

Jorvik DIG - YO1 9RY

about 27 Miles

Dig is a unique and somewhat educational attraction in York offering children the opportunity to enjoy excavation, discovery, and digging. Within the site is a discovery centre, several pits filled with Roman and Medieval ruins and a science lab where children can take part in exciting experiments. Staff are on hand at all times to help the children and to ensure they get the most from the experience. The attraction can get busy during school holidays and pre booking is recommended.

Web Adventure Park - YO32 9JS

about 27 Miles

Come rain or shine children need to be entertained and Creepy Crawlies just north of York is the perfect place! This all weather attraction caters for toddlers and children up to 12 years old with a huge array of climbing equipment, ball pools, slides, chutes and adventure areas. Adults can relax and enjoy a coffee and a snack while the kids are having fun. The site also has a large and rather impressive outdoor area with pet zone and pedal track with Go karts. There is also a pond with fish and a sensory zone where children can touch and feel new and interesting things.