Guests say
Riverview Cottage in Stamford Bridge is consistently praised for its cleanliness, prime location, and comfort. Guests are delighted by the thoughtful touches, including generous welcome packs, and the property's proximity to local amenities and York. The cottage's high-quality finish and attentive hosts contribute to an exceptional stay.
Reviewers unanimously commend the cottage's cleanliness, often describing it as spotless and highlighting the owners' attention to detail in maintaining a pristine environment.
The cottage's location is highly praised for its convenience to local shops, eateries, and easy access to York, with only minor notes about the nearby pub, which does not seem to detract from the overall peacefulness.
Guests frequently mention the comfort of the cottage, noting its warm, welcoming atmosphere, cosy interiors, and well-appointed spaces that contribute to a relaxing stay.
The property is lauded for its well-equipped kitchen, luxury bathroom, and overall high spec finish. The facilities are described as comprehensive, with everything needed for an enjoyable stay.
The hosts' thoughtfulness is a recurring theme, with special mention of the generous welcome packs. While these are greatly appreciated, it is noted that such gifts, though likely, are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Resting in the historic village of Stamford Bridge in the East Riding of Yorkshire is Riverview, only 15 minutes from York, lies this beautiful foliage covered period property in a quaint village setting. This stunning and contemporary-styled three-storey property is ideal for a family looking for a relaxing rural getaway, while also being within easy reach of the wonderful city of York. Enter the gated front patio and admire your surroundings, before stepping inside to find an inviting interior, boasting neutral tones, with wooden accents, solid oak and mango wood furniture and a very calming feel. Enter the living/dining room, which boasts a large window offering pretty views and wooden shutters, which you can close in the evenings as you curl up on the sofa in front of the cosy electric logburner effect fire, filling the room with warmth as you flick on the TV to find a great film to watch, or simply curl up with a good book in hand. The wooden dining table can comfortably seat the whole group for family meals, cooked in the contemporary, galley-style kitchen, boasting integrated appliances to assist you with your self-catering needs, including a dishwasher to take care of the washing up. You will also find a handy separate laundry room with washing machine and dryer. Catch up on sleep in one of three generously sized bedrooms; on the first floor you'll find a double bedroom overlooking the nearby water mill and a single room, both sharing access to the superbly finished, fully-tiled bathroom suite complete with an inviting sunken bath, ideal for relaxing at the end of a busy day, as well as a walk-in shower. The second floor boasts an impressive loft master bedroom with king-size double bed (zip/link - can be made into a twin upon request) resting under the eaves with exposed beams and a wonderful skylight. Spend time in the enclosed patio garden, enjoying an alfresco lunch and admiring the colourful foliage. When you don't feel like cooking, venture into Stamford Bridge to find a selection of shops, bars and restaurants including an ice cream parlour and a family run bistro! Here, you will also find a supermarket, pharmacy, butchers and a bakery for picking up any essentials. End the day with a glass of wine or refreshing pint of beer in the handy Bay Horse pub next door. Enjoy strolls and look out for beautiful wildlife along the River Derwent, just opposite Riverview, as well as the walking and cycling trail along the renovated railway viaduct. Be sure to visit the historic site of the Battle of Stamford Bridge, which took place on the 25th September 1066, with the memorial site being visible from the property's front windows. A perfect place to stay for guests attending weddings at nearby Burtonfields Hall or Sandburn Hall. The pretty market towns of Malton, Beverley and Driffield are within driving distance, the latter of which boasts independent shops, a selection of pubs and restaurants and a superb 18-hole golf course. The incredible city of York is within easy reaching distance (at just 8 miles away, or a handy 15 minute bus journey) and offers excellent shopping along its famous street The Shambles, along with a Gothic cathedral boasting vast stained glass windows, the National Railway Museum and popular JORVIK Viking Centre. Be sure to visit the 18th century Castle Howard, which fans may recognise from Brideshead Revisited and, more recently, popular television show Bridgerton. Keen walkers will delight in discovering scenic enchanting forests, rolling hills and wildlife in the remarkable Howardian Hills AONB. If you fancy a trip a little further afield, find both Scarborough and Whitby just an hour away - Enjoy the stunning beaches and promenades, the beautiful Peasholm Park and the Sealife Sanctuary in Scarborough, whilst in Whitby you will find the ruins of the Gothic Whitby Abbey, the inspiration behind Bram Stoker’s 'Dracula', a selection of restaurants and quirky independent shops, the traditional Fortune’s Kippers smokehouse and much more. Riverview is a beautiful base for a tranquil Yorkshire getaway with loved ones.
Stamford Bridge is a village that rests along the river Derwent in the East Riding of Yorkshire, known as the site of the Battle of Stamford Bridge on 25th September 1066, which marked the end of the Viking era in Britain. The village boasts a selection of shops and restaurants, and is notable for a renovated railway viaduct, which is now used as a cycle and public footpath. The village is within easy reach of the market towns of Malton, Beverley and Driffield, as well as the coastal resort of Filey.
Accommodation
Across three floors.
Three bedrooms: 1 x second-floor king-size (zip/link, can be made into a twin) with TV, 1 x double, 1 x single.
Bathroom with sunken bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Cloakroom.
Kitchen.
Living/dining room with electric fire.
Gas central heating with electric fire.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher.
Separate laundry room with washing machine and dryer.
Flatscreen TV, and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Ample off-road parking in large car park behind property.
Enclosed patio garden with seating.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.1 mile.
Only 15 minutes from York town centre
Reviews (26)
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Nicola
We were made to feel very welcome by the hosts. Their attention to detail was impeccable. It was a superb location as convenient for the Village and local bus routes. I would thoroughly recommend River View for anyone wishing for a base to visit York and surrounding area.
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Keith
Itâs also generously supplied with all those holiday essentials that usually require a swift visit to the local convenience store on arrival - no need here with such an overflowing welcome pack! The house is in the heart of the village with local bakery, a supermarket and local restaurants within a hundred yards. There is a local pub next door but this is very well behaved and didnât cause us problems, and our nights were peaceful and quiet. There is a beautiful patio garden too, with comfortable outdoor dining furniture. Bus service into York runs from the village, so the car can stay behind in the ample parking area. All this and a perfect weekâs summer weather too!
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Alison
We had everything we needed but there were so many extra touches that demonstrated the thought and effort that hosts, Graham and Jane, put into make their guests feel extremely welcome. Thank you both, we will be back.