Overview

We had our family holiday at Summerfield Farm. This is a great base for a nice holiday. Our daughter has cerebral palsy and is a full time wheelchair user. As a consequence we find it very hard to find suitably adapted accommodation. Ideally, we need a single storey property. The cottage we stayed in is two storey but has a double bedroom and accessible bathroom. When we booked we had decided that it would be sufficiently accessible for our needs. The accommodation was lovely. Beautifully clean and nice and homely. The owners are on hand, just a few meters away, and we found them welcoming and friendly. I would have awarded 5 stars. The only reason for a small reduction is the absence of ceiling tracking for hoisting and a en-suite bathroom for the ground floor bedroom (although it was just in the next room across the hall). I must stress, our daughter is profoundly physically disabled. The accommodation was adequate for us. For a less disabled person it would be ideal. The location is very quiet but just a short drive into Whitby, or a slightly longer picturesque walk down the disused railway line. The route takes you over the very impressive Larpool viaduct. Look over the edge if you dare! If you have bikes you can cycle the other way, down the cinder track, all the way to Scarborough. It's a very safe ride with lots of good views and some places to stop for refreshment. If you need, there is cycle hire at Hawkser. Of course, with a car, there are lots of other places to see in North Yorkshire. In summary, a super place to stay, with great hosts and lots to see and in area.

Transport & Parking

Parking ride outside the door.

Access

Two floors is not for everyone. The ground floor bedroom and bathroom were both accessible. If a mobile hoist is needed it is provided and the beds can be raised to allow access underneath for the hoist. The mobile hoist does restrict wheelchair access in the bedroom somewhat.

Toilets

We took our own shower/toilet chair but one can be provided. Ours was not able to sit far enough over the pan. This is a common problem with 'modern' close-coupled toilet cisterns. Better to have the old fashioned piped join and pull the pan forward.

Staff

Owners very friendly and welcoming. We had a small problem with the accommodation (not one they could have foreseen). Things were put right immediately and with a smile.

Anything else you wish to tell us?

I would take my family back, and probably will some day. We've been to lots of places that we would not return to. I hope that's recommendation enough.

Venue Manager responded to this review

Thank you so much for the kind words. We were more than happy to help with your needs and thank you for the feedback. We hope to see you again.