Saxon House, Harome, York, North Yorkshire
ID: S2121307
- Bedrooms 5
- ・ Sleeps 9
- ・ Pets Yes
Guests say
Saxon House in Harome is praised for its spacious, well-equipped interiors, high-quality fixtures, and beautiful location ideal for exploring the Yorkshire Moors. Guests appreciate the comfortable beds, excellent showers, and ample parking. The enclosed garden is a bonus for dog owners. Some minor issues were noted, such as limited dining seating for larger groups, minimal festive decorations, and occasional cleanliness concerns, but overall, the property offers a pleasant and practical stay in a charming village setting.
Most guests found the property clean and fresh, with comfortable beds and well-maintained bathrooms. However, a few mentioned that some areas, such as the annexe and shower screens, could have been cleaner.
The cottage is set in the picturesque village of Harome, close to lovely walks, local pubs, and just a short drive from Helmsley, making it an excellent base for exploring the area.
Guests highlighted the spaciousness, comfortable beds, good heating, and quality showers. Some suggested improvements to the lounge layout and TV size for cosier evenings, but overall comfort was rated highly.
The property is well-equipped with a good kitchen, utility area, and ample parking. There were some suggestions for more dining chairs, a larger TV, and additional touches like a coffee machine, but the facilities generally met guests' needs.
While the property is practical and functional, guests noted a lack of personal or thoughtful touches, such as minimal Christmas decorations and no welcome gifts. Please note that gifts are not guaranteed.
About this property
Located in the sought after North Yorkshire village of Harome, Saxon House is a traditional yet modern dog friendly detached house sleeping nine guests in five delightful bedrooms. The main house also has an additional external annexe for a little more privacy. This beautifully appointed stone house benefits from having two very good restaurants right on the doorstep.
Arranged over two floors, the main house is spacious and well laid out, with a large triple aspect sitting room featuring a wood burning stove and french doors leading out to the garden. The well equipped open-plan kitchen with electric range cooker, marble worktops leads to the dining area, and a seating area for up to eight guests overlooking the garden. Upstairs on the first floor, four bright and airy bedrooms are presented; a king-size master bedroom with en-suite shower room, a small double, a twin and a king-size. Inviting and comfortable, you will look forward to retiring to bed after a full day exploring the North Yorkshire. These rooms are served by a family bathroom with bath and separate shower.
The convenient, self-contained annexe sits proudly at the bottom of the garden. Entered via the french doors you are welcomed into the open-plan living area. The delightful and well equipped kitchen offers seating for two guests with garden views to enjoy whilst having a morning cuppa. The spacious bedroom has a zip and link super-king size bed (that can be converted as twin single beds on request), and is served by a modern en suite shower room with a double walk-in shower. This accommodation is ideal for guests who prefer a little more peace and quiet, whilst still being able to enjoy a break away with family and friends.
Facing south, the generous garden to the rear of Saxon House is edged with luscious boarders that lead to the side of the garden. Featuring a patio table and chairs, this is a lovely spot for guests to share in alfresco dining during the summer months.
Harome is a very attractive village with pretty cottages, many of which are thatched, a church and two renowned restaurants. The Pheasant is a 3 Rosette awarded restaurant, and Michelin star The Star Inn at Harome serves modern Yorkshire food to the highest of standards.
For smaller groups, Saxon House is available to book with the outdoor annexe closed off, listed as Saxon House (7)
Additional Information
Starter pack and unlimited logs provided.
Children and infants welcome. A high chair and travel cot are available on request. Please bring your own linen for the travel cot.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome (small additional charge).
Nearby points of interest
- Rievaulx Abbey
- Ryedale Folk Museum
- Eden Camp Modern History Theme Museum
- Flamingo Land
Reviews (5)
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Confirmed Guest
Wonderful house. Fixtures and fittings are to a very high standard. Harome is a beautiful place. Only niggle is the property sleeps 10 yet only 6 dining and outdoor chairs are available.
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Confirmed Guest
This house could be made so much better. There are very little personal touches, so it is a comfortable property to stay in, but does not have any wow factor. Firstly the room layout does not work, with one sofa not in view of the very small TV. No cosy family nights in on chilly evenings. But this could be remedied quite easily with a new large l shaped sofa and decent TV If the island was extended and the dining table smaller, a separate snug could be formed, giving larger groups a quiet area away from the living room. Decorated at Christmas, was very minimal a false tree with a few baubles and a plastic wreath in the dining room window. We have clearly been spoiled by other owners and holiday companies. As part of our group were in the annexe this could have been much cleaner and warmer. Maybe some stepping stones to avoid walking on the lawn in winter. Also the house itself, shower screens and bathrooms were not very clean. Missing a coffee machine and a radio in the kitchen, but we took our own. That said, the beds and linen were very comfortable. Great showers and lots of hot water. The house was very warm and good utility area with washing machine and extra storage. An entrance area from the front door for coats and boots. Parking on the drive and straight outside the house. Great enclosed garden for the dogs, which I am sure is beautiful in summer. The area itself is beautiful with lovely walks and the pheasant and star a few minutes stroll away. Helmsley just 3 miles away I would recommend saxon house but more for the area rather than the house itself. I think the property could be so much better
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Confirmed Guest
Great location, with ample parking outside - easy drive to the nearby town for supplies if needed. Good size property, with two showers in the main house was an excellent bonus! Lounge, kitchen and dining room were all suitable for 8 / 9 people to either eat, chat or watch tv which was also appreciated. Garden area is a good size for a bbq and enjoying the weather. Would definitely recommend!