The Old Barn in Driffield is highly praised for its cleanliness, comfort, and peaceful rural setting. Guests appreciate the warm hospitality from hosts Cath and Paul, as well as the thoughtful welcome packs. The property is well-located for exploring the Yorkshire coast and countryside, with many returning for multiple stays.
Reviewers consistently mention that The Old Barn is 'spotlessly clean', indicating exceptional cleanliness that contributes to a comfortable and enjoyable stay.
The property is appreciated for its peaceful rural location, within driving distance to the coast and nearby towns. Some guests mention the access track is a bit rough, but the remote setting is generally seen as a positive aspect.
Guests find The Old Barn very comfortable, highlighting the 'most comfortable bed' and 'good powerful shower'. The cosy and welcoming atmosphere is frequently praised.
The property is well-equipped, with mentions of a great welcome pack and comprehensive information file. The facilities are maintained to a high standard, although there is no direct mention of maintenance issues to provide a perfect score.
Hosts Cath and Paul are commended for their thoughtfulness, providing welcome packs with treats for both guests and dogs. While these gifts are greatly appreciated, it's important to note that such personal touches, though likely, are not guaranteed for every stay.
Within the Yorkshire Nature Triangle, this barn conversion provides a comfortable holiday base from which to explore the Yorkshire coast, Wolds, towns and historical attractions.. Ramp to entrance.
All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Electric Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, 2-Ring Hob, Microwave, Fridge
Bedroom: Zip And Link 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Electric heaters, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. . Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. Wheelchair access. No smoking.. Located in the 3-house hamlet of North Cattleholmes and accessed via country lanes, The Old Barn is a thoughtfully converted 200-year old stable block, offering comfortable and flexible accommodation for two. The cottage is well-equipped and tastefully furnished.
The location of the cottage feels remote, tranquil and deep in the heart of the countryside, perfect for getting away from it all, yet offering easy access to a range of services and attractions.
This is a perfect base for the wildlife enthusiast as it is located in the middle of Yorkshire’s Wildlife Triangle, with the internationally significant bird sites at Flamborough and Bempton a short drive away. One mile away there is a regionally important wetland habitat with snakes, water voles and otters, and from the property you are likely to get good viewings of hares, owls and kingfishers. One guest logged 25 species from the cottage bench before breakfast! If the wildlife is being elusive our horses and poultry always enjoy attention.
The coastline is diverse with many different coastal landscapes to explore, lots of perfect dog friendly beaches and some classic ‘bucket and spade’ seaside towns. The area boasts some unique stately homes that are managed by their original families, or the East Riding of Yorkshire Council in one case, so are charmingly individual and most rewarding to visit.
For walkers, the Yorkshire Wolds give perfect views at every turn and facilitate a range of walks, from gentle ambles to leg burning route marches. Most walks enable you to include pretty villages and welcoming pubs. This location is a cyclist’s dream. Miles of quiet lanes with the option to pootle on the flat or flog up some serious scarp slopes and everything in-between. Whether on wheels or foot, you always feel like you have the landscape pretty much to yourself.
York, Scarborough and the North York Moors are also easily accessed from here. The market town of Driffield with a wide range of services and some quirky independent shops is a 10-minute drive away. The beautiful medieval town of Beverley is within easy access. It is the loveliest place to shop, lunch and admire what our ancestors could build. The more energetic will enjoy the Westwood pasture – 4 square kilometres of common land where dogs can, and do, go mad.
Closer to home, the nearest pubs (there are three of them), shop and railway station are in the village of Nafferton, approximately 2 miles away. The owners have extensive local knowledge and love to help guests make the most of their stay.
Free WiFi
Up to two dogs only, kennels are available locally. There may be occasional farm vehicles that pass by the property.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Phillip Chalke
Lovely
Confirmed Guest
2nd time here and it was great the first time and the 2nd the same. Really good hosts who couldn't do enough 👍🏻. Highly reccomended looking to book again👍🏻
Jane Lavery
Fabulous property. Immaculately clean and well equipped. Ideal location for exploring the Yorkshire coastline, as far as Whitby, as well as close proximity to York and its Christmas market. Cath was a wonderful and welcoming host. Overall, despite pretty mixed weather, (to be expected in late November) we had a wonderful time and would recommend The Old Barn.
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