Located in Keighley, this vacation home is in a rural location, a 5-minute drive from Penistone Hill Country Park and 5 minutes from Haworth Parish Church. .This family-friendly vacation home is 17.5 mi (28.2 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Bronte Waterfall.
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway - 8 min drive - 6.5 km
Halifax Piece Hall - 14 min drive - 13.5 km
Alhambra Theatre - 17 min drive - 14.3 km
Getting around
Bingley Station - 11 min drive
Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 53 min drive
Restaurants
Cross Roads Fish Bar - 5 min drive
Wuthering Heights Inn - 5 min drive
The Fleece Inn - 5 min drive
The Bay Horse - 9 min walk
Haworth Old Hall - 5 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
The Vestry Stunning Chapel with Hot Tub
Relax and Enjoy this Homely Spacious Chapel Conversion which offers a home from home feel, The house has ample space to sleep 12 with a great living kitchen diner where the whole party can sit and relax. The large well stocked kitchen and living room which gives a unique chance for all guests to mix in one communal area. The house is large enough for groups to relax in different areas if preferred. Well behaved dogs are welcome.
Garden Area In summer the garden offers a great opportunity for BBQs and a great seating area that you can all enjoy. The hot tub also adds a little fun to your stay.
The chapel is in a great peaceful village location yet just 2 miles from the famous cobbled streets of Haworth where you will find an abundance of cafes, pubs and curiosity shops and the famous Bronte parsonage where the famous writers the Bronte sisters home can be visited.
The Worth Valley railway is just a short walk down the hill and can be caught from Oxenhope train station and a short ride to Haworth and a pleasant walk through central park will get you to the cobbled main street.
For those who love the outdoors The Vestry is situated across from the Leeming reservoir where you can walk with the dogs with ease. The Bronte Waterfalls in Haworth is a great circular walk where you take in the wonderful views over the valley and drop in at a country pub for a drink on route in the tiny village of Stanbury. Haworth moors are great too and the views can be breath taking.
Just a short car or bus ride away is Hebden Bridge which is well worth a visit for the more adventurous a lovely walk there is great but not for the faint hearted.
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a hot tub or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property manager
Karen Hird
Languages
English
Property amenities
Beach
Beach loungers
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
6 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Wood stove
Entertainment
DVD player
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Video library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 9 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
Designated smoking areas
Note from host: Outside only
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In a village
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
3 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Well behaved dogs only/
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property is also known as
House
The Vestry The Bronte Retreat
The Bronte Retreat With Hot Tub
The Vestry The Bronte Retreat (sleeps 12)
The Bronte Retreat With Hot Tub 20% Discount Keighley
The Vestry Stunning Chapel with Hot Tub Reviews
Reviews
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Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 16 reviews
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
William W.
17 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
our stay at the vestry
We had a very nice stay ,in this lovely loccation the cottage was large and clean , however on arrival we found the dryer was not working, rang the host several times and left messages and e mails.We had no reply or any contact during our stay ,so dryer remained broken ( frustrating ). Also a minor irk was there was no tin opener.A welcome pack would have been nicer than a download.The host scored 0 but the stay was nice
William W.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lesley M.
2 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The best weekend
Perfect stay and the house was just right for us
Lesley M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rachael H.
22 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Fab weekend away in this lovely house!
The property is situated in a lovely, peaceful spot. On Friday night when we arrived, sat having drinks in the garden we were lucky enough to see a mother deer and her fawn skipping up the fields behind us. The house was well equipped and had everything we needed, large spacious bedrooms and a lovely hot tub. We had lunch in the dog and gun pub just up the road and the food was delicious. We then called at the Lamb just over the road for a quick drink before going back to enjoy the house. The host (Karen) was so helpful, she was easy to contact and got back to me with any questions I had and sent us a list of restaurants and takeaways which we used on the Friday night. I would definitely recommend this place!
Rachael H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lauren M.
15 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Group mini break
Booked this house for 2 nights for 4 adults and 9 children of varying ages including 3 babies. The house is beautiful and very well equipped. We were unlucky with the weather and so we were inside a fair bit. We did spend some time in central park. We ate at the Dog and Gun and the staff there were so lovely and accommodating. The food was lovely. The host was so helpful both before and during the trip. Communication was quick and easy and she was so accommodating and understanding. Perfect aside from the weather!
Lauren M.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Harriet D.
31 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic stay, helpful hosts, great house
We had a great time staying at the Vestry, the house is clean with good sized rooms and comfortable beds. The hot tub was fantastic and really made the weekend for me and my friends. Karen was helpful, coming over to help reset the oven when it wasn’t turning on due to power going off. This was an easy fix but maybe worth including in the house guide.
Overall, thank you for a fantastic weekend and would definitely stay again!
Harriet D.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Miss O.
9 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Family getaway
Just come back from a lovely weekend, what a beautiful house! Everything was spotlessly clean, the kitchen facilities were great although we didn’t really do much cooking. Bedrooms were beautifully decorated and the beds very comfortable. Garden was brilliant for the dogs as there was a gate at the top of the drive you could close off so they couldn’t get out. Would say very small dogs could possibly squeeze through the bottom but we just put something up against it to stop this and kept an eye on them at all times. The hot tub was a fantastic addition which the kids (and adults) loved. The surrounding area is lovely, we had a walk around the small reservoir nearby. There’s are also 2 pubs in walking distance but we didn’t end up having time to try these. Karen was easy to reach and answered all questions I had before and during our stay. Overall everyone said what a fantastic weekend it had been so thank you very much and hopefully we’ll be back again soon.
Miss O.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
GEORGINA S.
1 Jan 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic family break
We wanted family time together and this was perfect for us
GEORGINA S.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
ian c.
19 Dec 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Family break
We loved the property and the location. The house was immaculate and the perfect size for us. Really enjoyed the hot tub.
ian c.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Geraldine D.
29 Nov 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Winter weekend in Oxenhope
Stayed here for our annual weekend get together and had a brilliant time in The Vestry despite the wind and snow. The house is beautiful with everything you need and Karen is a very helpful and friendly host. Thanks again.
Geraldine D.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
10/10 Excellent
Moriam Y.
11 Oct 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent accommodation and location!!
We stayed at the Vestry as party of 9, for my brother-in-law's 60th birthday. The house is spacious, warm and cosy and enjoyed the outside hot-tub. Location Is an excellent base to explore the surrounding Yorkshire scenery and within easy walking distance to Howarth with local pubs and places to eat. We would be happy to visit again and recommend to anyone looking for a relaxing break.
Moriam Y.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Laura S.
13 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Best weekend with friends
11 of us stayed for the weekend and had such a great time. Gorgeous house with fab garden and hot tub a bonus. Lovely area with nice Sunday pub lunch. Host (Karen) just lovely to deal with. Thanks for a great stay 😊
Laura S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Yvonne J.
22 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday Getaway!
The property was ideal for what we wanted, plenty of space for everyone and a big downstairs area for eating, lounging for us all to gather.
Lovely outdoor area with hot-tub, bbq etc Ideal for early morning coffee or eating & drinking in the evening!
Yvonne J.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Suzanne C.
19 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
The Vestry had everything and more that our party of 12 needed. Lots of comfortable beds and nice places to sit and relax. The surrounding area was lovely. Nice view from the garden, lovely walk around the reservoir and delicious food at the local pub. Karen was an excellent host, even gave us access to the property early as it had been empty the day before. Thank you so much for having us.
Suzanne C.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Stuart M.
13 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Family fun
We had a wonderful family short stay at the vestry. Locally there are pubs and convenience stores and a short drive into Haworth you will find restaurants and tea rooms although we did have limitations with the youngest member of our crew only being 2. We all enjoyed the hot tub and the garden space is plenty to have fun playing game's.
Stuart M.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Brian M.
31 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Family get together after 18 months apart
Very spacious house with comfortable bedrooms and living areas. Fully equipped kitchen and secure garden with table and chairs and a seating area. Charcoal bbq (a little small for the potential numbers of guests). Also a hot tub which proved a great hit, Pub within walking distance and other attractions easily reached by car