Guests say
Old Orchard Cottage is generally praised for its cleanliness, peaceful location, and welcoming hosts. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, and the secure garden, ideal for pets and children. The local pub and proximity to York are noted advantages. Some guests mention thoughtful touches like homemade cake and scones upon arrival, enhancing the stay.
Most guests found the cottage to be very clean, with only one review mentioning smelly towels and unclean kitchen utensils. The majority of positive comments suggest a high standard of cleanliness.
The location is frequently praised for being peaceful, secure, and ideal for exploring York and surrounding areas. The nearby Park & Ride and local amenities are appreciated, indicating a favourable location.
While many guests found the cottage comfortable and cosy, especially noting the underfloor heating, some had issues with uncomfortable sofas and pillows. The majority, however, had a comfortable stay.
Facilities are generally well-regarded, with mentions of a well-equipped kitchen and extras like Sky Sports. However, some guests reported maintenance issues such as broken laundry stands, creaky floors, and heating problems, leading to a slightly lower score.
Several reviews mention thoughtful gestures like homemade cake and scones, which contributed positively to their experience. However, as these gifts are not guaranteed for every stay, they are a delightful bonus rather than a standard provision.
About this property
Old Orchard Cottage is an immaculate, detached dormer bungalow set in its own driveway with five-bar gate, in the small village of Allerthorpe, 2 miles from Pocklington. Bright and welcoming throughout, this Pocklington cottage offers a high standard of contemporary accommodation. With great attention to detail, this modern cottage near Pocklington has been decorated and furnished to a high standard, providing a fully fitted kitchen, three restful bedrooms and underfloor heating throughout. From the dining room of this Pocklington cottage, French doors open on to a small garden patio. A short walk from this Pocklington cottage brings you to Allerthorpe's pub, whilst 2 miles away, the busy market town of Pocklington has excellent amenities.
Gliding, fishing and golf are all within 1 mile whilst the city of York lies 12 miles away. Allow plenty of time to visit this historic walled city and be sure to visit the National Railway Museum, the Jorvik Viking Centre and the beautiful Minster. Explore the medieval cobbled Shambles or browse the many designer shops along Stonegate. An easy drive from this Pocklington cottage brings you to the North York Moors, east coast resorts of Filey, Scarborough and Whitby or the gently undulating Yorkshire Wolds. A delightful Pocklington cottage, whatever the time of year.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 2 x ground floor double, 1 x twin.
Ground floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Ground floor basin and WC.
Fitted kitchen.
Utility.
Dining room with doors to garden.
Sitting room.
Underfloor heating.
Electric double oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, Smart TV with freeview, DVD, CD/DAB radio, iPod dock, built-in stereo sound throughout, WiFi.
All fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
One well-behaved dog welcome, but not allowed in bedrooms or on furniture as per booking conditions.
Please enquire first with Sykes if you wish to bring any other type of pet.
Cot and highchair.
Carport for 1 car, off road parking for 2 additional cars.
Lockable bike storage.
Small rear garden and front patio.
Sorry, no smoking.
Pub 3 mins walk.
Shops 2 miles.
Nearby points of interest
- Yorkshire Air Museum
- Shambles
- York Museum Gardens
Reviews (23)
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Paul
Thank you very much for the scones and milk on our arrival.
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Georgina
The garden is secure so ideal for dogs and children. It's a short drive to York and has a lovely pub close by. All you need for a fab holiday. Thanks for having us.
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Susan
It's quiet and private. We found it spotlessly clean and well equipped. Sadly, it was the issue of comfort that let it down. The sofas were not comfortable and we had to use every cushion we could find to pad our seating. The worst thing, though, were the pillows. Pillows should be soft and light and, well, pillowy. Pillows here were hard and flat and spent. Pillowcases were stuffed with two flat pillows in order to, I guess, provide height. The result was a hard, uncomfortable pillow. New pillows are essential. This is an issue that can easily be put right. A plus for the cottage is it is down the road from The Pub, a great little pub that I would recommend for drinks.