Guests say
Bellwood House Annexe is a charming, peaceful retreat ideal for couples and dog owners seeking relaxation in a quiet village setting. Guests consistently praise the clean, cosy accommodation, secure garden, and proximity to scenic walks and a welcoming local pub. The friendly, helpful hosts and well-equipped kitchen add to the appeal. While a few guests noted minor issues with garden maintenance and storage, the overall experience is highly positive, with many expressing a desire to return.
Multiple reviews highlight the property as clean and tidy, with no significant complaints about cleanliness. The high standard is consistently mentioned, contributing to a comfortable stay.
The location is frequently described as peaceful, quiet, and ideal for exploring North Yorkshire. Guests appreciate the proximity to Thirsk, local walks, and the village pub, making it a standout feature.
Guests find the cottage cosy, comfortable, and well-suited for relaxation, with particular praise for the bed and tranquil atmosphere. Minor comments about storage do not detract significantly from overall comfort.
The property is well-equipped, especially for dog owners, with a secure garden and good kitchen facilities. Some guests mention the need for garden maintenance and additional storage, but overall facilities are rated highly.
Hosts are repeatedly described as friendly, welcoming, and helpful, offering local advice. While no gifts are mentioned, the attentive service and provision of local information are appreciated. Please note that gifts are not guaranteed.
About this property
Choose from an action-packed holiday, or just gently tour the area from this dog friendly cottage (with warm outdoor dog shower), 25 miles from York.. All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Ipod Dock, Selection Of DVDs
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Large, enclosed lawned garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Bike store available on request. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Tucked away in the peaceful village of Felixkirk, this cosy, dog-friendly holiday cottage adjoins the owner’s home and provides a very comfortable rural retreat on the very edge of the North York Moors National Park, near Thirsk. This brick-built, single-storey cottage is a hidden gem offering a very private stay whilst enjoying an enviable position near to the award-winning, dog-friendly pub and is 5 minutes by car from the nearby market town of Thirsk. It has been completely renovated internally in December 2019 and externally over the summer of 2020.
The cottage offers beautifully presented accommodation for two guests and their pets. There is a small double bedroom with under-bed storage. There is extensive garden space outside the cottage with stunning views, which is also fully fenced to allow your pets to wander in a contained area. Access to a larger field is also provided. Car parking for two cars is available next to the cottage, which is at the end of a private tarmac and gravelled driveway. There is also separate secure storage available for bicycles.
The owners are keen walkers, runners and cyclists and can advise of lovely local and regional routes and provide local dog-friendly walk guides for your use. From the doorstep, there are numerous footpaths and cycling trails and the renowned, traditional, dog-friendly village inn serves local produce just minutes from the cottage. The village is home to a 4x4 driving centre which offers action-packed days with off-road driver training and quad biking, and at Sutton Bank, visitors can take a trial lesson at the Yorkshire Gliding Club and visit the nearby famous White Horse near Kilburn. Thirsk, 3 miles away, is a quaint market town famous for its connections with James Herriot, the well-known vet and author of ‘All Creatures Great and Small’. Thirsk is also home to a well-known racecourse and 15th century church.
Days out can be enjoyed at Rievaulx Abbey near the wonderful town of Helmsley, as well as Castle Howard and Fountains Abbey. Board the steam train at Pickering to be transported through the stunning North York Moors to the coastal port of Whitby and explore the fishing villages at Robin Hood’s Bay and Staithes. The North Yorkshire Moors and also the Yorkshire Dales are easily accessible by car and the historic walled city of York is only 25 miles away, with its iconic minster, exquisite architecture, museums and art galleries, and is not to be missed when visiting Yorkshire. Shop 3 miles, pub and restaurant 500 yards.
Free WiFi
Storage space is limited. Clothes hangers are on the wall and also under bed storage.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Rievaulx Abbey
Reviews (19)
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Confirmed Guest
In a lovely quiet and peaceful place, the annex is perfect for relaxation. Clean and tidy in a little hamlet with a good dining pub a few minutes walk away and owners with good local knowledge, this is a good location. A very minor problem for some guests may be the lack of storage for clothes, but the most is made of what space there is.
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Howard Noon
nice and quiet. pub in 5 mins walk. food looked good, staff friendly. good views. all you need if you take a dog. friendly hosts. but very private if you want to be.
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Andy Jefford
Small, comfortable, quiet cottage, that is attached to the owners house, secluded at the end of a track, We had a very relaxing stay, lots of walks and castles/abbeys to visit nearby The accommodation would benefit having roller blinds fitting in the bathroom and on the front door, also needs some extra storage. ( only 2 drawers under the bed and only a few hooks to hang clothes on) The garden also needs some TLC, and the hedge needs cutting, to improve the stunning viewsCar parking next to the accommodation on the track, again the hedge needs cutting to make it easier to get in and out of the car