The Priory

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Scored 9.8
Rated exceptional

Staff

10

About this property

Historic Setting: The Priory in Leyburn offers a 3-star bed and breakfast experience within a historic building. Guests enjoy garden views and a sun terrace, complemented by free WiFi throughout the property. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms with walk-in showers, bathrobes, and garden views. Additional amenities include baths, dressing rooms, and parquet floors, ensuring a comfortable stay. Delicious Breakfast: A full English or Irish breakfast is served daily, including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Guests can also enjoy warm dishes, juice, and fruits, highly praised by visitors. Local Attractions: Located 16 mi from Lightwater Valley Theme Park and 2.2 mi from Forbidden Corner, The Priory provides easy access to nearby landmarks. Teesside International Airport is 29 mi away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

FREE parking!

Availability

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Lisa
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The location The owners - very friendly The room and all the personal touches The breakfast - delicious”
Amanda
Australia Australia
“This is an excellent guest house. The lovely Sarah and Chris are generous and kind and are so happy to help in any way. We loved our beautiful room and romantic bath and what a treat to soak away to the views of the race horses trotting by… The...”
David
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Our hosts Sarah and Chris were very welcoming, and absolutely nothing was was a problem.”
Christina
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Breakfast imaginative & very good Wonderful atmosphere”
Mary
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Superb location with view of castle. Host very friendly. Large well decorated room and facilities. Brilliant breakfast. Who could ask for more.”
Gaynor
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Excellent veggie breakfast, beautiful room, amenities & period propertie with own stunning grounds & Castle views. Owner Sarah was very friendly, attentive, helpful & knowledgeable of local area. I had a very nice stay.”
Matthew
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The Priory is a beautiful building in a wonderful location. The hosting was impeccable and the breakfast was perfect.”
Alison
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautiful old building in a perfect position overlooking the castle. Lovely walled garden at the back with ample facilities to sit in the shade or sun. Sarah and Chris were great hosts, the breakfast was delicious with much choice. Sarah was...”
Mike
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Really Super Hostess, friendly, good advice Great little Town, and the house was well positioned within it Best Bed and Pillows of our recent 10 tour of Yorkshire Great Bathroom It would be difficult to have a better breakfast”
Ruth
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautifully tastefully restored home.. traditional homely and welcoming”

Host Info

Company review score: 10Based on 94 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Chris and Sarah moved to Middleham in May 2012. we wanted to establish an exceptional base for exploring the abundance that are the Yorkshire Dales. Our first project was to create a bed and breakfast guest house that we would stay at. We wanted to make the most of The Priory's warmth with an informal hospitality in accommodation of the very highest standard.

Property info

Dog and child friendly. Please note one room does not accept dogs - Superior Double Our refurbished rooms aren’t just a place to sleep, but a place to enjoy and indulge yourself. Roll top baths, vaulted ceilings, freestanding copper baths, stunning bathroom fittings, walk in showers, fluffy towels and bathrobes, luxurious toiletries are just some of the features we’ve meticulously chosen with the help from a local architect and interior design company. You have full use of the guest drawing room overlooking Middleham Castle, home to King Richard III dating back 100's of years. Put your feet up, choose from a bookcase of books, take in a film or put on some music. You can sit and enjoy our garden and courtyard at the back of The Priory through the wrought iron gates.

Neighborhood info

Middleham is a most unusual place with a colourful history, a thriving horse-racing community and is set amidst the breathtaking beauty of the Wensleydale countryside with remote farms, beautiful little villages and heather covered grouse moors. Perfect for walking, cycling or just sightseeing and a favourite haunt of many artists! The art of training thoroughbreds has survived for more than two centuries at Middleham, thanks mainly to the excellent facilities that have been developed on the local moorland that surround the town. Middleham has established itself as one of the best training centers in the country, having had over 400 winners each year for the past 38 years, Middleham Trainers produce an average of almost a winner every single day of the year. With its extensive Grass, All weather gallops and Therapy Centre, and is one of the most picturesque towns in the North of England with panoramic views of the Dales. Hence the abundance of good quality pubs, restaurants and hotels which all add up to a most enjoyable place to spend a weekend. Middleham also has 10 racecourses within an hours reach.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of The Priory

Great facilities! Review score, 9.9

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

House rules

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Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Extra bed upon request
£40 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
2+ years
Extra bed upon request
£40 per person, per night

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All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Priory of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

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