Guests say
The Old Barn is a charming, well-equipped cottage set in a peaceful and picturesque location near Whitby, ideal for those seeking relaxation and beautiful countryside views. Guests consistently praise its cleanliness, comfort, and the warm, attentive hospitality of the owner. The cottage is well situated for exploring the North Yorkshire Moors and coast, with local walks, wildlife, and nearby villages easily accessible. While a few guests noted minor maintenance issues and slow Wi-Fi, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, with many visitors eager to return.
Multiple reviews highlight the cottage as spotlessly clean and tidy, with only rare minor comments about tired decor. Overall, guests are very satisfied with the cleanliness.
The location is frequently described as beautiful, peaceful, and ideal for exploring both the moors and the coast. Guests appreciate the remote setting and stunning views, with only occasional mention of hilly walks to the nearest pub.
Guests find the cottage cosy, warm, and comfortable, with well-equipped bedrooms and living spaces. The peaceful environment and quality of sleep are often praised.
The cottage is well equipped, with a good kitchen, games room, and amenities for longer stays. Some minor maintenance issues (e.g., shower temperature, tired decor, slow Wi-Fi) are mentioned but do not detract significantly from the overall experience.
The owner is repeatedly described as friendly, helpful, and attentive, providing excellent communication and local advice. While gifts are not specifically mentioned, guests feel well cared for; however, please note that any special touches are not guaranteed.
About this property
Wonderfully placed for exploring the North Yorkshire Moors, this rural property offers spectacular moorland views..
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washer Dryer
Bedroom 1: (5 Steps), 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Payphone. Shared external games room with table tennis, basketball, darts and quoits. . Patio with garden furniture. Shared 20 acres of natural, unspoilt grounds. Parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There is a fenced river in the grounds, 500 yards.. This holiday property is set in the grounds of Maddy House Farm, which dates back to the 15th century. It is surrounded by over 20 acres of its own fields, with breathtaking views across the moorland towards Castleton, which has co-op, tea rooms with part time post office and two pubs. The Heritage Coast of Yorkshire and Whitby are easily accessed, and you can take a leisurely journey through the Esk Valley. Scarborough, Filey and Bridlington can be found a little further afield. A must when visiting this area are the smugglers coves of Robin Hoods Bay, Staithes and Runswick Bay. Visit stately homes such as Duncombe Park, Nunnington Hall and Castle Howard, which are all within easy driving distance. Shop and pub serving food 1 mile.
The Old Barn can be booked together with Maddy Cart House (UK2048) to accommodate up to 6 guests.
Free WiFi
Wifi available, however, this facility cannot be guaranteed to be available at all times due to the unpredictability of Service Providers.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (32)
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely barn conversion property in beautiful location surrounded by the Moors stunning scenery. The property was well appointed and had everything we needed for our stay. It was clean and tidy throughout but clearly needed some tlc as some of the areas, especially the bathrooms, needed some attention. The decor was a bit tired looking as was the furniture. We were warned, but we’re still surprised at how slow the wifi was and it was frustrating that the tv service kept cutting out.But nonetheless we had a lovely break and found this was a perfect location for exploring the Yorkshire Moors.
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Karen Young
A lovely cottage with stunning views in a very peaceful location but with easy access to the moors and the coast. Well equipped with comfortable beds thus cottage was perfect for our short stay with two dogs.
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Helen
Just returned from a 4 night stay at the Old Barn and had a lovely time there. Roma contacted me prior to arrival with very useful information and excellent directions, so we found the cottage without any problems. She was also there to meet us when we arrived and gave us a wonderfully warm welcome. The Old Barn is a lovely, well equipped cottage with amazing views, friendly wildlife and was perfect for our stay. We were staying there to attend a family wedding at Danby Castle Barn & every family member that came to the cottage to visit commented on how lovely it was and how they'd like to stay there themselves in the future. Highly recommend the Downe Arms pub & their Steak & Ale pie too. Pub is just a couple of minutes drive away in Castleton, has friendly, helpful staff and one of the best pies I've ever had!!