Guests say
Brookside House is a well-received cottage in Pickering, praised for its cleanliness, comfort, and well-equipped kitchen. Guests appreciate the thoughtful welcome packs and the property's suitability for dogs. While some mention road noise and water pressure issues, these are minor compared to the overall positive experience. The proximity to local attractions and dining options like The Black Bull Inn adds to its charm.
Guests consistently note the property's cleanliness, mentioning it is very clean with quality linens and towels.
The location is convenient for visiting nearby towns, though some guests note road noise during the day. Its proximity to local dining and attractions is a plus.
The property is described as warm, cosy, and comfortable, with special mention of the comfortable beds and the cosy fire in the living room.
The cottage is well-equipped, with a kitchen that includes an air fryer and slow cooker. However, there are some concerns about water pressure and a sticking front door.
Guests are delighted by the welcome packs, which include treats for both humans and dogs, though it's politely noted that such gifts are a kind gesture and may not be guaranteed.
About this property
This beautiful large family house is on the edge of the North Yorkshire Moors National Park, with beautiful scenery as well as a network of walking trails..
Ground Floor:
Living room: Smart TV, Open Fire
Dining room.
Kitchen: Breakfast Bar, Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: Day Bed Single (3ft) Bed, Pull Out Single (3ft) Bed (Child Only)
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate. . Enclosed back garden with patio and sitting-out area. Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking.. This house is a great size for families as well as two couples holidaying together. You are in a great location for discovering the beautiful countryside of the surrounding national park as well as the stunning coastline. With your own private driveway, the house is conveniently positioned just over the road from the Black Bull Pub which serves a great choice of meals beside an open fire.
Stepping inside you have a large kitchen, complete with a breakfast bar and integrated appliances. Adjoining the kitchen, you have the dining room, which is in the large, heated conservatory looking out into the enclosed garden with a large patio area. Here you have the option of eating inside as well as out in the sunshine. At the front of the property, you have the living room, complete with an open fire; there’s nothing like a cosy night in front of the amber glow of real flames, hearing them pop and crackle as they radiate their warmth. Also on the ground, floor you have a shower room. The stairs lead up from the landing to the first floor where you have the family bathroom with a shower over the bath as well as three beautifully presented bedrooms. The master bedroom is a generous size with a super kingsize bed and large wardrobes as well as drawers for all of your belongings. The second bedroom has a double bed and in the third bedroom you have a single day bed with a trundle single bed which can be used for an additional guest on request.
The house is 1.5 miles from the pretty market town of Pickering. This is a wonderful base for exploring the North York Moors and the nearby coastline. A steam train winds its way from Pickering over the rolling heather, through valleys and over hills to many picturesque villages all the way to Whitby and is ideal for a special day out; in December it becomes a themed Christmas Santa Special. One of the highlights on the calendar in Pickering is the annual War Weekend, where battle re-enactments take place and live music can be enjoyed, and when the town seems to slip back in time. The surrounding North York Moors is a haven for walkers with many trails to explore and an abundance of wildlife. Dalby Forest has a choice of trails for cyclists as well as walkers, whilst thrill seekers have the Go Ape zip lines through the tree tops. Nearby is Malton, the food capital of Yorkshire, with a market, award-winning restaurants and a cookery school.
For history lovers, Castle Howard is one of Britain’s finest stately homes, sure to fill you with awe, or you can visit the castle, walled gardens and the abbey’s at Helmsley, as well as the photogenic priory in Guisborough. There are also the beaches at Scarborough, Filey and Bridlington nearby to explore. Flamingoland theme park and zoo is a real treat for children, only 5 minutes away. Beach 19 miles. For dog friendly breaks, this is an ideal choice there is even a local dog exercise field a 10 minute walk away, where they are safely enclosed and they can enjoy a good run off lead. Most pubs and cafés in this area are dog friendly, and there are some fabulous walking trails to enjoy together. Beach 19 miles.
Free WiFi
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (8)
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Confirmed Guest
A lovely property. Very clean and well equipped. Beds very comfortable with quality linens and towels. Constant hot water. Lovely welcome pack. Excellent parking right beside the front door. Only minor issue was that the front door was sticking at the bottom and needed a bit of force to open.
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Kevin Patterson
Nice house, very dog friendly and good welcome pack. Road noise in daytime but calmed down at night. Plenty of parking and bus to pickering and whitby just outside.
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Martin
This little house worked perfectly for us with 3 teenage children. I scored it 4 stars as 5 stars may offer those with super high expectations a false impression.The house was warm, cosy and had everything we would want and need. Road noise could be an issue if you are a light sleeper. Children's rooms are at the rear so they should be fine. The owners were always at the end of an email and put some welcome treats and essentials in the cottage upon our arrival which was delightful.