Rockwood House
Rockwood House descritpion
Within the peaceful Yorkshire village of Embsay, Rockwood House has beautiful views of the moors and surrounding countryside. It offers hearty, cooked breakfasts and light, airy rooms.
Each room at Rockwood features its own private bathroom, free Wi-Fi access, and tea/coffee-making facilities. There is also a TV and a hairdryer for guests.
Fresh, full English breakfasts are cooked to order each day, while guests can also enjoy continental and vegetarian options.
Rockwood House is on the edge of the idyllic Yorkshire Dales, with numerous scenic walking trails leading from the village. The town of Skipton, with its independent shops and famous market, is just a 5-minute drive away.
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Facilities of Rockwood House
Pets ：Pets are not allowed.
Activities ：Golf Course (within 2 miles)
Internet ：Free!WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking ：Free!Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Services ：Packed Lunches
General ：Non-smoking Rooms | Heating | All Spaces Non-Smoking (public and private)
Reviews for Rockwood House
Review 1：No free toiletries unless you count the liquid hand was in the bathroom. Like a lot of previous posters I didn't like the fact that fresh milk was in the room but no refrigeration so no early cuppa
Review 2：Strange welcome. Hearing people upstairs complain about room being cold and being told by owner it couldn't be and that he would be bringing a thermometer up...very odd!
Review 3：Can't really think of anything.
Review 4：The landlady was not very engaging! Had to ask for milk and no selection of drinks in the room just tea. Not much variety of cereals No complimentary toiletries No help yourself juices and had not accomodated for a vegetarian.
Review 5：Lovely house just north of Skipton Very clean and lovely deco
Review 6：Friendly and welcoming. They gave us great directions on a drive around the Dales which was very scenic. We only stayed 2 nights as we were traveling down to Wales. We recommend staying there and enjoyed the B & B.
Review 7：The friendliness of the owners Mr and Mrs Stead they helped with places to go and walks, also the grilled breakfast by Jean Stead was brilliant she could not do enough to please her guests chatty too.
Review 8：The property was a little too rural for me in that the final turns were tricky to find at night. Having to ask for toiletries (which were provided according to the info.) Better selection of teas etc. Fresh milk for tea and coffee a good idea but no alternative meant there was no milk on the second day when we returned late at night and didn't wish to disturb our hosts.
Review 9：Fabulous view of the crag from our window, good breakfast, comfortable room.
Review 10：little things like being given a small glass of fruit juice instead a jug being left out to help ourselves. No glasses in the room. The room being next to the front door so hearing all the coming and going
Review 11：position
Review 12：We were made to feel very welcome by our host. She offered plenty of ideas about what we could see and visit in the area. Quiet location, exactly what we wanted.
Review 13：I admit it; I arrived early, which evidently disconcerted the host, who greeted me with "Where did you come from?" All I wanted was to sleep after the stress of driving the Dales one-lane roads. Then I was told not to use the dining area - available to guests only during breakfast, because, after all, this was a bed & breakfast, not a hotel. I've been in B&Bs and usually they give a warm welcome and tour of the property and its common areas. Rockwood staff seem to not want people in the building between 10 am and 5 pm, so don't bother arriving then.
Review 14：Nearby quality pub and convenient free public parking across the street.
Review 15：Nothing to dislike.
Review 16：A lovely B&B in great location. Wonderful breakfast. The owners were very friendly & couldn't do enough to make sure our stay was a good one. I would definitely recommend.
Review 17：Bedroom could have done with a blackout blind as there was an orange street light on all night. The shower was not at all good.
Review 18：Bed was comfortable and a good breakfast
Review 19：I really enjoyed the period features, large room, comfortable bed and the hospitality and beautiful breakfast. The owners ensure you are treated the best of everything.Highly recommended and the views from the front and the walks up the crag and the 2 pubs within easy walking distance all make for a wonderful stay.
Review 20：There is nothing to dislike.
Review 21：Location , comfort, quiet, easy parking , excellent room, delicious breakfast, beautiful views, lovely lovely lady who owns rock wood.
Review 22：The room that I thought I booked on line was different to the attic room, with low ceiling, that I received There was no outlook, just 2 small windows in the roof. Had I known this, I would have stayed elsewhere. It is suitable for a child. Other rooms looked very pleasant. They don't like you to arrive until 5 Pm, and leave by 9.30, preferably
Review 23：Jean was very pleasant lady, breakfast was very good.
Review 24：TV was complete rubbish played for a while and then froze,after asking twice for it to be fixed (and it was but went again) we gave up! also we asked for milk on the Friday and didnt get it til Sat! neither of which was a deal breaker and the owners were really nice but it was a little annoying!
Review 25：Comfortable en suite room and bed,nice owners. Close to an excellent pub too!
Review 26：The atmosphere of this lovely place makes it special. Located in a village outside Skipton, less than 5 minutes by taxi, with a bus route few steps away. Quite and relaxing place. There is a pub near by which serves good food. The owners are welcoming and very attentive to the needs of the guest, five stars for that one. Would definetely stay here again.
Review 27：Typical B&B that caters well for the leisure traveller but unable to offer breakfast before 8:00 for business traveller.
Review 28：Fair sized room, clean and tidy, comfortable beds, well kept. Pub with typical pub food a stones throw away from the B&B. Good parking. Good view from the bedroom, pleasant and friendly owner.
Review 29：Shower on the wee side, pressure and hot water a bit hit and miss but doesn't detract from lovely stay
Review 30：Excellent location, ample parking, owners very friendly and accommodating. Good breakfast with fresh local ingredients.
Review 31：We loved the quiet village location, with convenient parking and friendly pub with fab food nearby, the accommodation was very clean and breakfast was lovely, the people were so friendly and helpful, would defiantly go back and recommend to others.
Review 32：Rather close to the road, which made it a bit noisy to sleep with window open. There was also no mirror in bedroom, only in shower room.
Review 33：Both were very nice and helpful, and easy to have a conversation with about the area and things in general.
Review 34：Nothing.
Review 35：The staff were very friendly.The room was very clean and the view was brilliant.The next day I had a lovely cooked breakfast.I would definitely recommend a visit to Rockwood House.An excellent B&B.
Review 36：Friendly Greeting,location,comfortable bed,excellent choice of food,the host was very helpfull with in formation and directions, and a lovely lady to have a conversation with, would definitely stay there again.
Review 37：I booked Rockwood House for a couple of nights prior to a wedding in Burnsall. Location, service and comfort were all exactly what I needed. The staff were really accomodating and I felt able to explore the area at ease.
Review 38：didnt like being told breakfast would be between 8 and 9 and on saying i would be there for 9 being told to come earlier because the landlady had to go to play golf! was told there would be a view and there was a car park! kettle arrangement in room was dangerous.
Review 39：very clean, good breakfast, comfortable beds
Review 40：Comfy bed, good host, lovely breakfast, good value for money.
Review 41：Check out time of 10am as Host had a Golf tournament to play
Review 42：The host was very friendly towards us, especially our 6 year old son.
Review 43：It was a bright crisp white room... with nice cotton sheets... nice and clean
Review 44：excellent service. Friendly and non-intrusive
Review 45：Nothing!
Review 46：Owner very helpful. Bedroom very comfortable. Good pub down the hill serving food. Very close to Skipton. Beautiful views!!
Review 47：Lovely rooms, helpful and friendly.
Review 48：Free parking opposite, lovely view,very clean . Owner was very helpful.
Review 49：Nicely furnished room, good breakfast, friendly welcome
Review 50：Comfortable, clean and helpful.
Review 51：breakfast, room, location
Review 52：room and amenities physically to small
Review 53：A warm welcome
Review 54：The location and friendliness of Robert and Jean. We were able to visit the Yorkshire Dales and enjoy the countryside.
Review 55：Pipes noisy; noisy upstairs floor; TV very small.
Review 56：Excellent breakfast
Review 57：Lovely hosts to a decent B&B, with a lovely view, good beds and a fine kooked English breakfast. Very good value for money!
Review 58：Bit out of the way from the town
Review 59：Lovely and clean.Comfortable bed
Review 60：The lovely view from the window, the food in the Cavendish Arms in the lovely village and the amazing craft and coffee shop in Embsay Mill.
Review 61：erratic shower
Review 62：Beautifully kept accommodation Lovely village Very rural Good walks
Review 63：Only minor gripe is that the shower is rather cramped.
Review 64：Helpfulness and cheerfulness of the owners. Great breakfast!
Review 65：Nothing to report.
Review 66：The hostess was very welcoming and helpful,room was immaculate,breakfast was excellent and would highly recommend a visit.
Review 67：Clean, large bedroom. Nice views.
Review 68：Shower pressure inadequate. TV and tv reception below par.
Review 69：Friendly and welcoming with great breakfast. Set in a quaint Yorkshire village.
Review 70：Soft bed !! No mirror in room for wife to dry and do hair !!
Review 71：Very comfortable and nice location very helpfull hosts.
Review 72：Close to castles abbey and walking paths.
Review 73：Very Friendly, Very clean, Brilliant Breakfast
Review 74：Able to see the countryside from the bedroom.
Review 75：Glad I didn't need to wash my hair as the shower was on the pathetic side!
Review 76：Lovely position, excellent breakfast.
Review 77：car parking
Review 78：cleanliness , comfortable bed
Review 79：Location Quiet Good service
Review 80：bed was really comfy,rooms very tastefully decorated,lovely breakfast,owners very pleasant and helpul,pub a stones throw away
Review 81：poor shower
Review 82：very friendly hosts, nice room, good breakfast, good view of fells from room
Review 83：Friendly welcome, lovely breakfast, the rooms cleanliness, space and views from the front window.
Review 84：Nothing
Review 85：Breakfast
Review 86：Car park was across the main road, making access with luggage slightly more awkward.
Review 87：Standard of accommodation and the breakfast.
Review 88：friendliness of owner.
Review 89：Excellent value for money with great hosts and a delicious breakfast
Review 90：Mixer on shower may need attention...not mixing well!..But a minor issue.,
Review 91：Jean and her hubby are excellent hosts.
Review 92：nothing
Review 93：friendly welcome very homely
Review 94：Clean, comfortable and friendly
Review 95：Bathroom rather small, and glazing of bathroom door does not provide full privacy. Shower takes a long time to warm up, and the flow of water is not very strong. No fresh fruit provided with breakfast. The bread used for toast was not of particularly good quality.
Review 96：Friendly people. Plenty of free parking in car park across the road. Staircase to bedroom was quite grand and spacious and not at all steep. Good quality jam and marmalade at breakfast.
Review 97：Quiet village location, but also only a short drive to Skipton town. Convenient public carpark opposite. Large room with good view, and fresh milk for tea/coffee. Pub a stone's throw away serving good food. Good breakfast.
Review 98：Although (like the hosts) I prefer fresh milk in my tea/coffee, and this was provided when I arrived - I think it would be good to provide some long-life milk so that guests do not need to request more milk. The hand towels in my room were rather old.
Review 99：Very friendly hosts. Great breakfast, just what I asked for, very well cooked. Very clean and comfortable. WiFi a bonus.
Review 100：The overnight stay for two people was £72.00 for B and B . We arrived about 18.15 and the owner was a little slow in answering the door and we received a retort about us being impatient bearing in mind our arms were full of luggage. Our bedroom was at the front of the house with a large window with no nets or blind so if you were change the whole street could see you. The room was clean the shower was box in the room very old fashioned there was no bath mat or a glass for water the toiletries were half a liquid soap and shower gel the owner did warn us that the shower would take 3mins to get warm she was right. The tea and coffee to be fair the owner did bring fresh milk but the box of coffee was a few teaspoons of granules in a discoloured plastic box. Breakfast the owners husband served this and he was pleasant the breakfast selection was poor there was no fruit or yoghurt the main event was nice but I the felt that everything was portion controlled . As for value for money I thought this was expensive and poor quality compared to city centre for less
Review 101：No complaints but the shower was quite cramped.
Review 102：The location was stunning - especially the view of Embsay Crag! The footpath began directly in front of the house. Everyone we met in the village was very friendly, including the landlady of the Cavendish Arms and our hosts, who were also very helpful.
Review 103：A lovely very well presented guest house with fantastic hosts. Our bedroom was clean and very nice. The owners are friendly and chatty and helpful and the breakfast was also very good. Definitely go again Top marks and thanks for a lovely stay
Review 104：Property opens onto the main road.
Review 105：Enjoyed the Guest House in a quiet village location. Good location for the Dales and surrounding Towns and Cities. Staff we're very helpful and polite. Breakfast was well prepared.
Review 106：Just one thing: the en suite was not as private as is usual. The wall did not extend right up to the ceiling.
Review 107：The room was well furnished, the bed comfortable and the view of the hill from the window was inspiring, along with a typical Dales' barn. We were also pleased to find a Bible from the Gideons in the drawer beside the bed. We read from it and found it helpful. The breakfast was of a very high standard.
Review 108：the bathroom could benefit from a slip mat in the shower tray as a little bit slippy.The addition of a dressing table mirror would be beneficial as it was difficult applying makeup using the bathroom mirror because of the harsh light.
Review 109：very homely and comfortable. lovely cooked breakfast. owners were hospitable and welcoming. room was bright, clean and the en-suite was new and modern.
Review 110：The welcome was very friendly, everything else was extremely good, especially the breakfast. We will certainly book again when next in the area.
Review 111：Breakfast time between 8-9 suited us, but I can imagine it would be restrictive for some. But hey ho it is a b&b a and not a hotel.
Review 112：Very helpful couple, beautiful views from the bedrooms. Spacious room on the ground floor. Great breakfast.
Review 113：We did not get the room we booked on line ,shower facilities werepoor.When you left the house you walked straight on to a busy main roadwith no path a bit dangerous,we were going to stay another night in thearea but decided to go home.The owner did not know much about who wewere or payment
Review 114：We liked the location for access to the Dales and also to the town of Skipton. We particularly liked the friendly but unobtrusive welcome. Rockwood House is a very clean, comfortable hotel.
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