The Machine Room at Castle Gate Mill

Housed on the bottom two floors of a five-story 18th century former mill and sewing factory, the Machine Room is newly restored, with a brand new kitchen, bathroom and deck overlooking the river. The open plan space includes sleeping area with king size bed, sofabed, workspace, full kitchen with dishwasher, convection hob and oven, dining and entertainment space, and good WiFi connectivity. Miles of local footpaths and cycling routes make the area a favourite for walkers and cyclists. This space was once where the machinery for the 18th century factory and mill were housed but now it is comfortable, clean and newly restored throughout. The Machine Room has everything a couple or family with a little one requires for time away. Relax on the river deck to the rushing sounds of Elphin Brook, absorb the industrial history of the preserved architecture with exposed beams and cast iron columns or simply put your feet up in the cozy living space and get away from it all. The Machine Room is accessed through its own private entry down a flight of newly built wooden steps leading to the lower level river deck and separate front door. For larger groups, the Machine Room can be rented together with the 4-bedroom property, Castle Gate Mill, that is on the upper three floors of the building. The owners, Polly and Jason, are always available by phone, but our local manager is nearby for anything you need assistance with during your stay. Cragg Vale is a beautiful valley just outside the bustling market down of Hebden Bridge, proudly self-proclaimed as the Alternative Lifestyle Capital of Europe. Two local pubs are right in the neighbourhood, the Robin Hood (virtually across the road) and the Hinchliffe, a short ten minute stroll along the river path from Castle Gate Mill. Miles and miles of footpaths traverse the moors above the valley, including the popular Pennine Way and Calderdale Way (which passes by the front door), leading to local landmarks like Stoodley Pike and Gaddings Dam. On the route of the Tour de Yorkshire, Cragg Road is a popular challenge with cyclists for its famed "Longest Continuous Incline in England." Easily accessible both by road and public transport, Castle Gate Mill is 1.5 miles from Mytholmroyd along the B6138 Cragg Road, 45 minutes from Leeds along the M62, and 50 minutes from Manchester along the M62 from the opposite direction. The property is also accessible by train, via Northern Rail from Manchester Victoria to Mytholmroyd or Northern Rail from Leeds Victoria to Mytholmroyd. Mainline connections to London can be taken from Halifax, Leeds or Manchester. The local 901 bus route to Hebden Bridge or Huddersfield stops right outside the property. There is no parking off road at the property, but plenty on Cragg Road just a few steps away. Mytholmroyd has a fully stocked grocery store and petrol station, with a few cafes, pubs and restaurants, and a mile further is Hebden Bridge, with a huge range of shops, cafes, bars and restaurants. For local shopping, Craggie's Farm Shop is a short five minute drive up the Cragg, or a hearty 40 minute hike up the hill. For larger groups, the Machine Room can be rented together with Castle Gate Mill, the four-bedroomed property on the top three floors of the building. For even larger groups, check out our neighbour's property, The Keep, a two-bedroom property just a few metres away!