Guests say
Garden House is a well-received cottage praised for its cleanliness, comfort, and peaceful location. Guests appreciate the high standard of furnishings, spacious rooms, and modern kitchen. The scenic views and proximity to local attractions add to its charm. Some minor maintenance issues are noted, but overall, the property offers a delightful stay.
The property is generally described as clean, with specific mentions of it being 'very clean and comfortable'. However, a few reviews noted cobwebs and dust under beds, suggesting room for improvement.
The location is highly praised for being peaceful and quiet, with lovely scenery and convenient access to local amenities and attractions. Its proximity to Northallerton and ease of travel to various sights are appreciated.
Guests find the property comfortable, highlighting the 'comfy beds' and 'cosy log fire'. The spaciousness and luxury of the rooms contribute to the overall comfort, though some minor issues with a shower door and patio doors are mentioned.
The cottage is well-equipped with modern amenities and a kitchen that satisfies guests. However, there are several mentions of maintenance issues such as problematic carbon monoxide alarms, hard towels, and difficulty with heating controls, which affect the score.
While the reviews reflect a positive experience, there is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the host. Therefore, this category cannot be scored.
About this property
Relax in luxury surroundings in this beautiful, detached house set in picturesque countryside, on the edge of the North York Moors National Park..
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Woodburner, French Doors Leading To Patio
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Breakfast Area, Ceramic Hob, Electric Range, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Washer Dryer
Bathroom: Bath, Toilet
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Four Poster Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed, Single (3ft) Bed (Child Only), Freeview TV
Ensuite: Slipper Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed, Freeview TV
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Oil central heating (underfloor in en-suites), electricity, bed linen, towels, Wi-Fi and logs for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Welcome pack. Garden with patio and garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Peacefully situated in the picturesque village of Thimbleby, this detached holiday home offers a truly luxurious and relaxing stay where visitors can soak away their cares in the huge, circular, copper bath, in their own private spa room. The open plan living area is beautifully furnished and has a cosy wood burner and the kitchen is finished to a high specification with a range style cooker, inbuilt microwave and quartz worktops. Both bedrooms are very spacious and each have en-suite facilities.
There are far reaching countryside views from the house which can be fully appreciated from the patio on sunny days. Thimbleby is on the edge of the North York Moors National Park, amidst a wealth of interesting walks and mountain bike trails through spectacular moorland. Surrounded by woodland, Cod Beck Reservoir is nearby and just upstream, visitors can enjoy the popular picnic spot called Sheepwash, once a watering place on the ancient drovers’ road. The charming village of Osmotherley, with its village green is just 1 mile away and has excellent pubs with restaurants, a general store and teashop. Local places of interest include Mount Grace Priory, Rievaulx Abbey and the White Horse at Sutton Bank. Garden House is located in an ideal location for visiting the quaint market towns of Northallerton, Thirsk and Helmsley, the stately homes at Castle Howard and Nunnington Hall and the historic city of York. The Yorkshire Dales National Park and the coastal resorts of Whitby and Scarborough are all easily accessible. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.
The single bed is only suitable for a children up to 8 years of age.
Reviews (18)
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Stuart Whitehead
A perfect Christmas break in an absolutely beautiful house!
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Confirmed Guest
Second time of coming here & have booked for next year again as we really like coming here. It was nice to have a Christmas tree up & having the pleasure of open fires made it more homely than it already was. The views & peacefulness make it just perfect for us.
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Adam
We stayed at this lovely place for a long weekend and it was great. Huge rooms, amazing bath, cosy log fire, modern kitchen with all the amenities and more. Host was responsive too. Highly recommend