Guests say
Boundcliffe Farm receives glowing praise from guests for its spacious, well-equipped cottage, ideal for large families and groups. The property is consistently described as clean, comfortable, and homely, with excellent facilities including a games room and outdoor play area. The location is peaceful yet convenient for exploring North Yorkshire. The owners are frequently mentioned as friendly and helpful, and many guests appreciated thoughtful touches such as freshly baked bread and welcome packs, though these cannot be guaranteed. Minor negatives were rare and did not detract from overwhelmingly positive experiences.
Cleanliness is repeatedly highlighted, with guests describing the cottage as spotless, immaculate, and well-maintained. Only one review mentioned needing to clean the sofa on arrival, but this was an isolated comment among overwhelmingly positive feedback.
The location is praised for its tranquillity and proximity to local attractions such as Pickering, Whitby, and the coast. Guests found it ideal for exploring the North York Moors and surrounding villages, with easy access to amenities and scenic walks.
Guests consistently mention comfortable beds, spacious rooms, and a homely atmosphere. The cottage is described as cosy and warm, suitable for all ages. A few guests noted some mattresses were softer than preferred, but this was a minor point.
Facilities are a standout feature, with numerous mentions of the well-equipped kitchen, games room, outdoor play area, and amenities for children and dogs. The property caters excellently for large groups, with plenty to keep everyone entertained.
Many guests appreciated thoughtful touches such as freshly baked bread, cakes, welcome packs, and even dog treats. The owners are described as attentive and helpful. Please note, while these gestures are frequently mentioned, they cannot be guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
An attractive, stone-built, semi-detached Allerston cottage, on a working beef farm, in the village of Allerston between Scarborough and Pickering. This traditional, characterful Allerston cottage boasts beamed ceilings, exposed timbers and a spacious kitchen. Two staircases lead to the bedrooms in this Allerston cottage, which can be linked if necessary, whilst downstairs offers a generous living room with concertina doors opening to a games room with pool table, darts and an X Box with games. This Allerston cottage has a small, enclosed lawned garden and use of a football pitch, plus an unlimited entry pass for one car to Dalby Forest (no longer available after December 2025).
This well-equipped Allerston cottage offers simple, comfortable accommodation, and is a great base for the local area; enjoy Scarborough and Filey, explore beautiful countryside, or visit Dalby Forest, with an outdoor pursuit centre, biking trails for all abilities and great walking. A brilliant year-round Allerston cottage.
Set on the edge of the Forge Valley, the village of Allerston is within easy distance of Pickering, a bustling market town with a castle. Allerston is a picturesque village, with a stream running through on its way to the River Derwent. Allerston is set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and is made up of pretty stone cottages, and makes a wonderful holiday base. There is so much to do in the area, such as horse riding, a gold course, a childrens playground and Dalby Forest, which offers some wonderful walking and cycle routes. The coast is within a short drive, so head to the beaches of Scarborough and Whitby, or out onto the wonderful Moors; a great holiday base.
Accommodation
Four bedrooms: king size bed and 1 x single with en-suite shower, basin & WC, 1 x family room with 1 x double and 2 x singles, 1 x double and 1 x single; 1 x single.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin & WC.
Fitted kitchen with dining area.
Ground floor utility room with WC and wash basin.
Living room with woodburner.
Games room with pool table, TV & X Box.
Oil central heating with woodburner in living room.
Electric oven & hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer & dishwasher, 2 x TVs with Freeview, pool table, dart board and X Box.
WiFi access.
Fuel & power included in rent.
Bed linen & towels included in rent.
Travel cot & highchair.
Stairgate fitted.
Off road parking for 3 cars.
Secure bike storage.
Small, enclosed, lawned rear garden with furniture & BBQ.
Shared use of paddock with football pitch and children's play equipment.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome; please ensure any pets are showing on your booking receipt when you book.
Sorry, no smoking.
Pub 8 mins walk, shop 2 miles.
Note: No large groups under the age of 35; the owner will, however, accept multi-generational family bookings that contain under 35s.
Please note: full week bookings must start from a Friday only.
Short stays can start from a Friday or Monday only.
Only full weeks accepted during all UK school holidays, Christmas and New Year.
Nearby points of interest
- Flamingo Land
- Eden Camp Modern History Theme Museum
- Rotunda Museum
- Ryedale Folk Museum
Reviews (128)
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Paul
Thank you for a wonderful stay.
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Kelsey
Could not recommend enough. The cottage was so cosy and had everything you need. Communication was clear throughout, the owners were so helpful if we needed anything and so welcoming. The homemade bread and cake and dog treats were a lovely touch. There is also a play area that was brilliant and kept the children entertained for hours.
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Ann
The park & games room were a definite hit. Arriving to the smell of baking bread was a lovely touch plus the milk & biscuits left for us. Would definitely recommend anyone to go & weâll be back.