School House Cottage in York receives high praise for its comfort, particularly the very comfy bed, and its picturesque location in Coxswold. Guests appreciate the thoughtful welcome packs and the property's cleanliness. The beautiful garden and quality furnishings add to the pleasant experience, despite some concerns about heating and noise from the adjacent tea rooms.
The cottage is consistently described as clean and well-presented, with several guests noting the spotless condition upon arrival. The high standard of cleanliness contributes positively to the overall experience.
The location is praised for its beauty and convenience for exploring North Yorkshire, with a charming village setting and proximity to local attractions. The presence of a welcoming local pub within walking distance is frequently mentioned.
Guests find the cottage to be very comfortable, highlighting the quality of the bed and the cosy atmosphere. The garden is appreciated for its peacefulness, contributing to the overall comfort of the stay.
Facilities are generally well-received, with a few mentions of a well-equipped kitchen and comfortable furnishings. However, some guests note issues with heating control and windows painted shut, suggesting room for improvement in maintenance.
The welcome packs with essentials like bread, milk, and eggs are frequently mentioned and appreciated by guests, indicating a high level of thoughtfulness. It should be noted that such gifts, while often provided, may vary and are not guaranteed for every stay.
Ampleforth 4.3 miles. Sitting within the desirable conservation village of Coxwold, in the scenic wonder of the North York Moors National Park, is this enchanting romantic retreat. School House Cottage is a quaint cottage to base a holiday to North Yorkshire, and with the property sitting next to tearooms, there's no better spot from which to enjoy a traditionally English retreat. Step into the hallway of this beautiful abode and settle down your belongings before entering the snug sitting room where a welcoming woodburning stove takes centre stage, making the perfect spot to wind down with a celebratory glass of wine for a romantic and relaxing evening in.
Make your way up the staircase to reach the delight of the kitchen/diner, here you can enjoy all of your romantic meals together, surrounded by quaint and contemporary settings, with the modest spot holding all the essentials of an electric oven and hob, a microwave and a fridge/freezer, offering all you could need when you're not sampling the tasty tearooms next door. End your evening by cosying under the covers of the king-size bed with a television in this room too; you can watch all your favourite shows from the comfort of your bed! Begin each day in the sparkling bathroom, refreshing with a quick rinse under the shower, begin pulling on your dressing down and heading out into the lawned garden absorbing the fresh countryside breeze.
Venture out to explore the local village, where you can indulge in a delicious pub lunch, or if you fancy making your own meals, you can head into Ampleforth where you can find a local shop to gather your own ingredients; a wonderful village to explore with its quaint tradition and stunning scenery. For a day full of thrills, be sure to make your way to Flamingo Land in Kirby Misperton, home to eight unique theme areas with rides for all ages, as well as an award-winning zoo with 140 species of reptiles, mammals and birds, there's so much to be seen here, or explore wildlife in a different way by rambling amongst the North York Moors, boasting one of the largest expanses of heather moorland in the United Kingdom, here you can find a peaceful spot to enjoy a picnic, with walking and cycling routes all around, rich heritage and vibrant landscapes, it's a true spectacle to be seen.
In reach of the wonders of York and Thirsk too offering their own excitement, School House Cottage is a true delight of a holiday home to base your romantic escape.
Ampleforth is a beautiful village on the fringes of the North York Moors National Park. Offering a traditional aura with its quaint buildings, a selection of two public houses and a fish and chip shop, it makes a rather tranquil base from which to explore North Yorkshire. Explore the vast countryside by either foot or bike, with ample routes for all abilities, or head to Pickering to discover the wonder of its steam trains, while Castle Howard and Scarborough are well-worth visiting too!
1 x king-size bedroom with TV.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
First-floor kitchen/diner.
Sitting room with woodburning stove
Oil central heating and woodburning stove.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, Smart TV with Freeview and WiFi.
Fuel, power and starter pack for stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair available.
Ample off-road parking.
Shared/ communal Lawn and patio with furniture.
Sorry, no smoking.
Pub 0.2 miles.
Please note: This property is adjoining the owner's B&B and tearoom.
Please note: There is a £30 cleaning fee per booking, please contact Sykes to make payment.
Rodney
Perfect location, Gardens lovely early morning. The property was ideal for our walking holiday. Many thanks.
Simon
We loved our stay.
Michael
A lovely village with an excellent pub a short walk away. Lots of historically interesting places within a short drive.
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