Superb accomodation Bedrooms are beautiful and very very clean. Everything you would need are in these rooms. There is a lovely large lounge, very tastefully decorated and you are welcomed on arrival with tea/coffee and homemade cakes. The dining room has 3 tables which are set with finest crockery and cultery. Lyn is a wonderful host and a fanastic cook,... more

I stayed with my husband for 1 night in the beautiful Sharow Cross House. It has impressive accommodation in a victorian property with antique furniture and all mod cons. We were given good directions and made to feel very welcome. Our room was tastefully decorated and very confortable. Guests also have use of an huge living room with telly, magazines,... more

The charm of the Victorian guesthouse was matched by the friendly welcome and outstanding service we enjoyed at this beautiful guest house. It certainly comes up to and surpasses the Michelin award and 5 star rating. The rooms were tastfully appointed and very clean and comfortable, this again was match by delicious home cooked meals. Breakfast comprised of fresh fruit,... more

Lyn & Rod Macaulay offer a comprehensive package in an opulent, Edwardian setting brought up-to-date with consciously thought-out attention to detail and co-ordination. The accommodation is most comfortable and spotlessly clean. All the food is prepared by Lyn on the premises and equals that of many first-class restaurants. In addition to breakfast, we "ate in" both nights we were there... more

Immediately on entering the guest house there is a warm friendly atmosphere.The house is full of history and Rod and Lyn make you feel very welcome. Your every need is catered for and breakfast is a real treat. A visit to Sharow Cross Guest House is certainly something to look forward to. more

We called at short notice on referral from another B&B which was full. We (my wife and I and 21 year old son) were passing through while sightseeing. Only stayed one night. The rooms are large and light, the place is immaculate, the hosts are friendly but not obtrusive, and the location is easy to get to. The setting is... more

We landed on Sharow Cross House by chance but were surprised and delighted by our choice. The setting is wonderful and peaceful whilst still being close to the centre of Ripon. The welcome was unparalleled and the quality of service, rooms and food was excellent even with my wife's restricted diet. With its great location and excellent service it is... more

We stayed here for a wedding near by, and what a wonderful place it is to stay! Our room was massive with a lovely lounge area, and a big bathroom with complimentary toiletries incl toothbrush and paste- very handy! We only stopped for one night, but i wish we had stayed for more. The owners are lovely and not only... more

June 2008 This is a most fantastically appointed guest house which we came upon rather by luck. It has the most luxurious rooms and guests lounge with the most friendly hosts imaginable. We could not believe the fantastic standard that Rod and Lyn have offered to their guest's. The situation just a few minutes out of Ripon, is a part... more