Sykes Lodge

ID: S182455

  • Bedrooms 6
  • ・ Sleeps 16
  • ・ Pets 2

Guests say

Sykes Lodge receives high praise for its beautiful decor, spacious and well-appointed rooms, and welcoming hosts. Guests consistently report a delightful stay, enjoying the property's luxurious feel, cleanliness, and thoughtful touches. The hot tub and outdoor spaces are particular highlights, alongside the property's suitability for large groups and families. Malton's proximity and the surrounding North York Moors & Coast offer ample opportunities for exploration and enjoyment.

Guests consistently commend the property for its immaculate condition upon arrival. The attention to cleanliness is frequently noted, contributing to the overall positive experience.

The property's location is highly regarded, with guests appreciating its ideal setting for visiting local attractions and the convenience of nearby Malton for supplies. The scenic North York Moors & Coast add to the location's appeal.

Comfort is a standout feature, with guests highlighting the luxurious beds, spacious communal areas, and cosy atmosphere. The property caters to a range of ages and is well-received for its homely feel.

The facilities, including a well-equipped kitchen, hot tub, and outdoor paddock, are frequently praised. Guests appreciate the high standard of the amenities provided, though a few minor suggestions for improvement prevent a perfect score.

The thoughtfulness of the hosts is evident in the welcome packs and personal greetings. While such gestures are warmly received, it is noted that these are subject to the hosts' discretion and may vary.

About this property

A holiday experience in itself, Sykes Lodge is a spectacular conversion of a range of Edwardian farm buildings with an aristocratic heritage. Whilst standing at the foot of the Yorkshire Wolds, a stone's throw from Castle Howard and only 16.3 miles from the historic City of York, the property sits in a parkland setting in some of Yorkshire's most outstanding and peaceful countryside, only 3.3 miles from the vibrant market town of Malton, itself consistently listed in The Times Best Places to Live guide. Once part of the Estate of a leading English aristocrat, Sykes Lodge is set in 10 acres of parkland and bears witness to England's agricultural and social heritage. Whilst embracing the highest standards of modern design and technological standards, the wealth of historic features in the property preserve the integrity of their richly documented past. The accommodation is aimed particularly at multi-generational family groups, with six well-presented bedrooms to choose from to ensure a flexible sleeping arrangement to suit the needs of your group. Here, you will find two super-king-size bedrooms with en-suites, a super-king-size bedroom and three twin bedrooms which are serviced by a further two bathrooms. Spend sociable evenings within the open-plan living room, which boasts an extraordinary vaulted kitchen with a wide range of appliances and equipment including wine and drinks chiller and coffee-making machine, as well a formal dining table and plush sofas. After dinner, retire to the sitting room where a woodburning stove and TV awaits you, or spend a moment or two within the library which provides a wealth of visitor and historical information and a variety of fiction and non-fiction books for you and your loved ones to enjoy. Continuing to impress, wherever possible, particular attention has been paid to access for less-able guests, with the provision of wide doorways and easy exterior thresholds, to the wheelchair-friendly courtyard surfaces and interior flooring. To the outside, look forward to exploring the ample seating areas, with a BBQ for rustling up some summer treats before you dip into a bubbling commercial grade Jacuzzi Spa located within the courtyard. A short car journey will bring you to Malton, which is a superb destination hub for niche shopping and particularly as a showcase for local produce, ensuring that there's no better place to enjoy a choice of high quality cuisine from country pubs to the best of independent restaurants. Malton also boasts its own cinema, golf course and mainline railway station with direct links to York, Scarborough and Leeds. For the nostalgic traveller, hop on the North Yorkshire Moors Steam Railway at the nearby town of Pickering, promising a fabulous way to experience the unsurpassed Yorkshire landscape to the coast. Sykes Lodge is an outstanding base for a family gathering to this part of Yorkshire.

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Malton is a market town is situated within North Yorkshire, just 18 miles away from the city of York. Within the town you will find a many interesting buildings including the old Corn Exchange and Assembly Rooms, as well as a general market, and a livestock and farmers’ markets. Within the surrounding area you will find opportunities for walking and cycling upon the Yorkshire Moors and the Yorkshire Wolds.

Accommodation

Please note: single bed configuration is flexible and to be requested at time of booking.

All-ground-floor.

Six bedrooms: 2 x super-king-size bed with en-suite, 1 x super-king-size, 3 x twins (4ft sofa bed located in the library available on request, 2 x single beds available in old hay loft which is accessible from the 6th bedroom, please be aware this is only suitable for responsible young adults and is accessed by a mezzanine style ladder).

2 x bathrooms with bath, basin and WC.

Cloakroom with basin and WC.

Open-plan living room with sitting area leading into the kitchen, dining area and also with a sitting area.

Library

Oil central heating with underfloor heating and woodburning stove.

Dishwasher, fridge/freezer, wine cooler, coffee machine, 2 x ovens, built in microwave, induction hob, washing machine, Smart TV in living room and kitchen, books and WiFi.

Fuel, power and starter pack for fire included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Cot and highchair provided by prior arrangement.

Secure off-road parking for six cars with unlimited adjacent parking.

Garden area with seating, BBQ and Jacuzzi Spa in courtyard area.

Access to parkland.

Two pets welcome.

Sorry, no smoking allowed.

Pub within 2.1 miles, shop within 2.7 miles.

Note: Dogs must be kept on leads with in parkland.

Note: Helicopter arrivals can be accommodated by prior arrangement.

Note: All ground floor accommodation, wide doorways and wheelchair-friendly courtyard surfaces and interior flooring throughout; the owner is happy to assist with any accessibility or mobility questions prior to booking and a ramp can easily be provided for complete access to the southern wing if required.

Owner lives on site, will meet and greet on arrival, and is on call for the duration of your stay.

Sykes Lodge is located in a quiet residential community of former farm buildings, please show all due consideration and respect for the owner and the neighbours during your stay

Reviews (56)

  • Maureen

    This spacious, beautifully presented accommodation exceeded our expectations; it had everything we needed for a very memorable family holiday. The enclosed grassed area was perfect for 6 young grandchildren to safely run and play in, the dog loved it too! Hot tub was a great hit with Mums and Dads! Alexandra and Michael were excellent hosts, responding happily to any requests or questions, which we really appreciated. This was a very special holiday which has given us many wonderful memories to cherish! Thank you so much Alexandra and Michael, we hope to return soon!

  • Elsa

    Super for a family get together.

  • Alan

    We were lucky with the weather but even if this had not been the case the proximity to so many attractions, York, Scarborough (we went on the train) and Malton on the doorstep (3 miles) ensures that there is always something to do. In addition the size of the property allows everyone to choose between activities and relaxation. The owners are on hand to help out if required but provide a comprehensive welcome pack which explains everything as well.

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