Rorty Crankle

4.7★

8 Guests
4 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Open fire
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

18 Customer Review(s)

Diane
October 2024

“A lovely spacious house that was still warm and cosy.”

Perfect village location with plenty to do in the surrounding area.

Perfect village location with plenty to do in the surrounding area.

- Diane, October 2024
Gordon September 2024

“Really enjoyed the stay lovely cottage.”

beautiful village great location

- Gordon, September 2024
Michelle May 2024

“We had a fabulous week at Rorty with our family.”

The cottage is very homely with lots of character and comfort. It is well equipped and well decorated and the fabulous pictures, quotes and furnishings add to the quirky environment. We spent more time in the cottage than expected due to the mixed weather but still managed to visit Whitby, Falling Foss, Dalby Forest, Scarborough, Filey, North Yorkshire Water Park, Malton and Pickering; all less than 40 minutes away. The cottage is in an excellant position in Thornton-le-Dale, a beautiful village with nice shops, 2 pubs, cafes and restaurants. The wooded area straight opposite the cottage has pond dipping and lots of wild life. The local park is excellent for children and includes a skate park and basketball court with basketball. We had two dogs with us that benefited as we did from the local walks and, the outside space/back yard of the cottage, which had been a worry for us before we arrived, proved to be adequate and safe. We had no trouble finding spaces to park for 3 cars on the local street. Highly recommended, thank you.

- Michelle, May 2024
Lee April 2024

“We had a lovely holiday at Rorty Crankle.”

What a lovely cottage in a beautiful village.The cottage was so spacious,well equipped and comfortable.A new log burner was great too! Tastefully decorated and nice and clean.The owner was very friendly and told us about nice places to visit. We would most definitely stay again as it’s a great base to visit other lovely places.

- Lee, April 2024
Peter August 2023

“We had a fantastic stay at you beautiful cottage, very roomy and clean, for big families, and would love to book it again,lots to do for any age,around this area.”

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- Peter, August 2023
Christopher July 2023

“Lovely spacious cottage that fitted our family group perfectly.”

Nice welcome package gesture on arrival. Ideally situated in this lovely village and excellent location for exploring the coast and nearby Moors.

- Christopher, July 2023
Emma June 2023

“Gorgeous house, lovely location, loved the welcome basket!”

Would definitely come back again! Thank you

- Emma, June 2023
Jill April 2023

“Lovely property.”

Really clean and spacious. Rooms beautifully decorated and loved all the original features. It’s a shame it didn’t have a garden (just a tiny paved yard). This could have been made clearer in the description. Also needs more plates/bowls/ cutlery. Not enough to cook with, store a few left overs and then feed 8. Thanks for a lovely holiday.

- Jill, April 2023

Hi Jill, Thank you for your feedback. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay at Rorty. I will speak to Sykes and ask them to clearly state "no garden" so it is more clear on our listing. I have also purchased some new crockery and food storage containers. Hope to see you again, Sally & Ian Property Owner
Pauline December 2022

“Would fully recommend Rorty Crankle.”

It’s a large luxurious house close to the village centre. A generous welcome pack was a lovely touch. My family and I really enjoyed our stay.

- Pauline, December 2022
Judith November 2022

“Lovely property.”

Well maintained and beautiful decor. Great location and will definitely return.

- Judith, November 2022
Shaun November 2022

“House was nice and clean, the welcome pack was excellent and the beds very comfortable.”

And great food from local pub within walking distance

- Shaun, November 2022
Stephen October 2022

“3 generations of our family had a wonderful stay at Rorty Crankle.”

The property was spotlessly clean on arrival and Sally had left us a lovely welcome pack of goodies on our arrival. Everything went very smoothly with check in and check out. The kitchen was particularly well stocked with pots, pans and new appliances - everything that you needed. The cottage was very cosy and we had great family evenings either around the table and benches or sitting on the sofas with the log burner. We were visiting family in Thornton Dale so was ideally situated but we also visited Dalby Forest, Wykeham Water Park, Scarborough and Pickering - all within a short drive. Although there is no off-street parking for this property, we were able to find spaces easily on the road right by the property. We felt the only thing that could have been slightly better was the showers (1 electric shower downstairs + 1 overbath shower), although this did not affect our enjoyment of the cottage or mean that we would not stay here again. Thank you, a lot of happy memories were created at Rorty Crankle

- Stephen, October 2022
Jane September 2022

“Rorty Crankle is a lovely spacious cottage.”

It was clean, comfortable and we couldn't have wished for better. Sally (owner) was really helpful in making sure we had everything we needed and left us an excellent welcome pack. Thank you for a lovely stay.

- Jane, September 2022
Richard September 2022

“Our stay was excellent as was the property, the village, the pubs and the restaurants in the area.”

The two of us had the option of any of the four bedrooms that were all very comfortable and well furnished, the upper floor room was particularly attractive and appeared to be very recently decorated. The only niggle we had was that there could do to be an additional fixed shower available in the main bathroom other than the single unit downstairs. Overall we had an excellent stay and will definitely return.

- Richard, September 2022
Vicky September 2022

“Rorty is a beautiful house and exceeded our expectations.”

Sally was very kind, sending lots of pre arrival information, leaving a fantastically generous welcome basket and on hand for any queries during our stay. The house is spacious and comfortable and decorated to a high standard. Thornton is a fantastic location with its own pubs and cafés within a short stroll and walks nearby. It is very easy to visit York, Whitby, Scarborough etc. from here and we ventured across to the Harrogate and the Dales too. We couldn't fault our trip and had a wonderful holiday, highly recommended!

- Vicky, September 2022

Hi Vicky, Thank you so much for taking the time to write us such a lovely review. We are really pleased you had a fantastic time in Thornton-le-dale and loved Rorty. We look forward to welcoming you again some time, take care Sally & Ian :) Property Owner
Robert August 2022

“There were a few issues with Sykes cottages.”

We had been informed that we would be contacted on the day of arrival regarding the key code number. This did not happen and we had to make a few phone calls to chase it up and so were late into the property. The back yard had full recycling boxes of bottles and rubbish on arrival but no outside bin and no information as to where we were supposed to put our rubbish! We had taken our dog but were unaware that the house next door had a right of way through the yard. Fortunately the people next door made us aware of this so that our dog would not escape. There were a few issues in the house itself. In one bedroom the two bedside lights did not work, the main bathroom toilet seat was broken as was the flush pull, the blinds in two of the bedrooms were broken. Having paid over a thousand pounds for a weeks stay we felt these issues were unacceptable.

- Robert, August 2022

Hello Robert, I'm so sorry you did not have a good experiance at Rorty Crankle this is not what we want for our guests. All guest should recieve a code before arrival via text and an email with details about the property including recycling and rubbish bins. I will look into why that didn't happen. I will also get a printed version laminated for the cottage, I was just trying to be paper free. Yes there is an access through the rear yard at Rorty to the adjoining propertys garden, this has not been an issue before but now you have flagged it I will ask Sykes to update the website so any protential guest can see that at the point of booking. Thank you also for flagging the issues with the toliet seats and blinds. I will be at the property tomorrow with our handyman to resolve these issues. If we had known about these issues during your stay we would have resolved them asap. I have also asked our cleaning partner to flag any issues with the house on change over day so we can avoid disapointing our guests. Hopefully there were some things you liked about the cottage and the village and you enjoyed your time in Yorkshire. If you were to give Rorty another try I would be happy to offer you a discounted rate, I will drop you an email shortly. Kindest Regards Sally Property Owner
Joanne July 2022

“Beautiful house, very well equipped and lovely quality furnishings.”

Stunning location with great walks and tea rooms from the doorstep and the coast just 30 mins away. We felt at home as soon as we arrived and slept soundly in the very comfy beds. Thank you Sally for letting us stay - we'll be back...

- Joanne, July 2022

Hi Joanne, Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a lovely review. We are really happy you enjoyed your holiday with us at Rorty. We can't wait to see you next time, take care Sally & Ian Property Owner
Laura May 2022

“A fabulous cottage all round, we felt so lucky to have found such a lovely property for our stay, it is decorated to a very high standard and felt spacious, luxurious and most comfortable.”

The owners were very friendly and helpful when needed. The house is set in a beautiful little village, with coffee shops, gifts shops within easy reach and is in a very picturesque part of Yorkshire where we travelled quite easily to the coast, York, Harrogate to name a few places. The Beautiful Dalby Forest Park is also just a short distance down the road.

- Laura, May 2022

Hi Laura, Thank you so much for your lovely feedback, we are really pleased you and your family enjoyed your stay at Rorty Crankle and the Yorkshire countryside. We hope to welcome you back again sometime, Sally & Ian. Property Owner

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Summary

Set over three floors
Four bedrooms: 1 x second-floor super king-size, 2 x king-size, 1 x twin
Bathroom with bath, hand-held shower, basin and WC
Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC
Kitchen
Dining room
Sitting room with woodburning stove
Gas central heating with woodburning stove
Range cooker, gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, coffee machine, dishwasher, washing machine
Cot and Highchair available
Samsung Smart TV, Bluetooth speaker, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. In rent
Bed linen and towels inc. In rent
Street parking
One well behaved pet welcome
No smoking
Shop 0.3 miles, pub 0.2 miles
No garden, but a small yard available
Woodland available for dog walks

The property

This rustic, stone-built cottage sits in the heart of Thornton-le-Dale, amidst the wild beauty of the North Yorkshire.

Comprised over three floors, Rorty Crankle offers a picturesque escape for families and friends looking for a scenic stay within the North York Moors National Park.

After a day of rambling the great outdoors, find comfort within the sitting room, boasting a real sense of character with its exposed beams and inglenook fireplace.

Carry the conversation into the kitchen, where you can keep the chef company whilst they prepare something delicious or make yourself useful by preparing the grand dining table.

The bedrooms at this Thornton-le-Dale home are situated upstairs; on the first floor there are three, character bedrooms, including two king-size bedrooms and a twin, each presented in light colours.

Serving the bedrooms is the family bathroom, offering bath and hand-held shower, while the ground-floor shower room provides an additional option.

Continue to the top floor and discover another fabulous bedroom, boasting stunning parquet flooring and a super-king-size bed.

After feeling rejuvenated, explore the local surroundings, where nearby you can find some independent shops for grabbing a local souvenir, along with two pubs and a quaint tearoom where you can refuel after a long day.

Pickering offers a wider selection of amenities to uncover on a leisurely afternoon, while there is some the North Yorkshire Moors Railway where you can journey of a vintage steam train and soak up the scenery of the National Park.

For a change of scene, head to Whitby and enjoy some time on the beach, embark on a whale watching boat trip or climb the famous 199 steps for panoramic views.

Days out to Scarborough are also recommended, so there’s plenty to fill your holiday agenda whilst staying at Rorty Crankle.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £450.

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About the location

THORNTON DALE

Pickering 2.6 miles; Helmsley 15.2 miles; Scarborough 15.4 miles.

Thornton Dale is a picture-perfect village nestled in the Ryedale district of North Yorkshire. The charming village rests east of the vibrant town of Pickering and is situated at the edge of the North York Moors National Park. Dining options include a Georgian inn, Brandysnap Bistro for a home-cooked meal and Lavenders Tea Rooms, Gifts & Takeaway. Stock up on the essentials at the local convenience store and just outside the village there are two farm shops for fresh fruit and veg. Explore the bustling market town of Pickering for independent stores, the fascinating Pickering Castle and the thrilling Flamingo Land Resort. Be sure to roam the special landscape of the North York Moors National Park to test your stamina and admire a plethora of wildlife on your adventure. Venture further afield to the seaside resort of Scarborough, where you can make a splash at the water park, enjoy fresh fish and chips on the seafront and unveil rich history at Scarborough Castle.

Thornton Dale, North York Moors & Coast (Ref. 1092731)

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Reviews & Ratings

“A lovely spacious house that was still warm and cosy.”

“Really enjoyed the stay lovely cottage.”

“We had a fabulous week at Rorty with our family.”

“We had a lovely holiday at Rorty Crankle.”

“We had a fantastic stay at you beautiful cottage, very roomy and clean, for big families, and would love to book it again,lots to do for any age,around this area.”

“Lovely spacious cottage that fitted our family group perfectly.”

“Gorgeous house, lovely location, loved the welcome basket!”

“Lovely property.”

“Would fully recommend Rorty Crankle.”

“Lovely property.”

“House was nice and clean, the welcome pack was excellent and the beds very comfortable.”

“3 generations of our family had a wonderful stay at Rorty Crankle.”

“Rorty Crankle is a lovely spacious cottage.”

“Our stay was excellent as was the property, the village, the pubs and the restaurants in the area.”

“Rorty is a beautiful house and exceeded our expectations.”

“There were a few issues with Sykes cottages.”

“Beautiful house, very well equipped and lovely quality furnishings.”

“A fabulous cottage all round, we felt so lucky to have found such a lovely property for our stay, it is decorated to a very high standard and felt spacious, luxurious and most comfortable.”

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The property

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About the location

THORNTON DALE