Guests say
Stable Cottage in York is highly praised for its peaceful location, cleanliness, and the thoughtfulness of the hosts. Guests appreciate the well-equipped facilities, the pet-friendly environment, and the beautiful surrounding walks. While most found the cottage comfortable, some noted the beds and seating could be improved. The property's remote setting is ideal for a tranquil getaway.
The majority of guests have commended the cottage for its impeccable cleanliness, with several reviews highlighting it as spotless. There was, however, a single mention of cobwebs and flies, which slightly impacts the score.
The location is frequently described as peaceful and ideal for walks, with easy access to local attractions. However, some guests mentioned poor road conditions leading to the property, which has been addressed by the owners.
While many guests found the cottage comfortable, there are mixed reviews about the beds and seating, with some guests purchasing additional items for comfort. The presence of a wet room and multiple toilets/showers was positively noted.
Facilities are generally well-received, with the cottage being well-equipped and having good WiFi. Some guests suggested improvements to the TV and seating, and there were comments about the need for updates to certain amenities.
Hosts are frequently mentioned for their thoughtfulness, including personal touches like flowers and home-baked cakes. While these gestures are greatly appreciated, it is important to note that such gifts are given at the hosts' discretion and may not be a consistent offering.
About this property
Hovingham 3 miles. An attractive, single-storey detached cottage set within a quiet rural arable farm estate, near Cawton, 3 miles from the charming village of Hovingham by car, and only 1 mile on foot or by bicycle. Originally old stables, this cottage near Hovingham is ideal for taking full advantage of the beautiful surrounding countryside but being within easy reach of pretty market towns and the historic city of York. With an open plan living area, this Hovingham cottage provides light and airy accommodation with a contemporary kitchen and shower room. Furnished and decorated in a modern style, this Hovingham cottage offers comfortable living with the added luxury of underfloor heating throughout. Outside, a small rear patio area provides a lovely spot to sit and relax with a morning coffee. A 0.75 mile private farm track leads up to this Hovingham cottage, with fine panoramic views of open countryside. In an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this Hovingham cottage offers excellent walking and cycling prospects, whilst the stately homes of Nunnington Hall, Duncombe Park and Castle Howard lie within a short distance. Picturesque Hovingham provides two excellent traditional inns, a local shop and quaint tea room, whilst the nearby pretty market towns of Helmsley and Malton are steeped in history with a rich variety of delightful shops and amenities. A perfect Hovingham cottage for a year-round break.
Set amidst the beautiful countryside of the Howardian Hills, the pretty North Yorkshire village of Hovingham is located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The village itself is incredibly picturesque, with a beck running down the high street, two excellent inns and a traditional village shop as well as a tea-room and a bakery. There are numerous excellent walking and cycling opportunities surrounding the village, as well as easy access to the beautiful National Park. The area is also renowned for its excellent bird watching opportunities. The stately home and gardens of Castle Howard are just four miles away, whilst the market towns of Malton and Helmsley are only eight miles away and are great places to visit. The historic city of York and the East Coast are slightly further afield but are still within driving distance.
Accommodation
All ground floor.
One twin bedroom with en-suite shower, basin and WC.
Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area.
Hallway with cloakroom and shower.
Gas underfloor heating.
Electric oven, ceramic hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, radio, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen, towels and dressing gowns included in rent.
Off road parking for 2 cars.
Small patio with furniture and BBQ.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 3 miles.
Hovingham 1 mile walk/cycle along the Ebor Way.
Note: Property is accessed by a 0.75 mile farm track.
Note: Children not accepted at this property.
Nearby points of interest
- Rievaulx Abbey
- Eden Camp Modern History Theme Museum
- Ryedale Folk Museum
- Flamingo Land
Reviews (47)
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Allan
You can walk directly from the property. The cottage just like the photos and is well equipped.
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Wendy
The beds are very comfortable but the sofa and chairs were not and we had a few issues with the television, otherwise everything was good. The owners had warned us about the track to the cottage but, as the weather had been very dry, the dust was a problem and on one occasion the lock on the gate was faulty and we had to reverse the car to get back to the cottage for assistance. The cottage is ideally suited to visit the many beautiful places in this part of Yorkshire and some great eating places too.
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Susan
We loved the peace and quiet. My husband is a wheelchair user and found the cottage very easy to navigate. The only noise was the owl hooting at night. Our dog loved the walks. The welcome gift of a banana cake was delicious. The owners Phillipa and Clive were very helpful. Highly recommended and we hope to return in the future.