Guests say
Garden House is a well-received cottage, praised for its peaceful location, high standard of furnishings, and comfort. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, luxurious bedrooms, and beautiful views. Some minor issues with maintenance and amenities were noted, but overall, the property offers a pleasant stay.
The property is generally described as clean, with only minor comments about cobwebs and areas under the beds needing attention. The overall impression is of a well-maintained cottage.
The location is highly regarded for its tranquility and proximity to local attractions and amenities. It offers easy access to walking trails and is close to the market town of Northallerton.
Guests find the property comfortable, with luxurious bedrooms and en-suites. The beds are comfy, and the property is warm, although some guests had difficulty understanding the heating system.
The property is well-furnished and equipped, but there are several mentions of maintenance issues such as carbon monoxide alarms, shower doors, patio doors, and internet service. These indicate a need for some attention to facilities.
There are no mentions of gifts or special touches that would indicate the thoughtfulness of the host, so it is not possible to provide a score in this category.
About this property
Relax in luxury surroundings in this beautiful, detached house set in picturesque countryside, on the edge of the North York Moors National Park..
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Woodburner, French Doors Leading To Patio
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Breakfast Area, Ceramic Hob, Electric Range, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Washer Dryer
Bathroom: Bath, Toilet
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Four Poster Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed, Single (3ft) Bed (Child Only), Freeview TV
Ensuite: Slipper Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed, Freeview TV
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Oil central heating (underfloor in en-suites), electricity, bed linen, towels, Wi-Fi and logs for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Welcome pack. Garden with patio and garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Peacefully situated in the picturesque village of Thimbleby, this detached holiday home offers a truly luxurious and relaxing stay where visitors can soak away their cares in the huge, circular, copper bath, in their own private spa room. The open plan living area is beautifully furnished and has a cosy wood burner and the kitchen is finished to a high specification with a range style cooker, inbuilt microwave and quartz worktops. Both bedrooms are very spacious and each have en-suite facilities.
There are far reaching countryside views from the house which can be fully appreciated from the patio on sunny days. Thimbleby is on the edge of the North York Moors National Park, amidst a wealth of interesting walks and mountain bike trails through spectacular moorland. Surrounded by woodland, Cod Beck Reservoir is nearby and just upstream, visitors can enjoy the popular picnic spot called Sheepwash, once a watering place on the ancient drovers’ road. The charming village of Osmotherley, with its village green is just 1 mile away and has excellent pubs with restaurants, a general store and teashop. Local places of interest include Mount Grace Priory, Rievaulx Abbey and the White Horse at Sutton Bank. Garden House is located in an ideal location for visiting the quaint market towns of Northallerton, Thirsk and Helmsley, the stately homes at Castle Howard and Nunnington Hall and the historic city of York. The Yorkshire Dales National Park and the coastal resorts of Whitby and Scarborough are all easily accessible. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.
The single bed is only suitable for a children up to 8 years of age.
Nearby points of interest
- Rievaulx Abbey
Reviews (13)
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Confirmed Guest
Excellent in all areas
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely property, would love a return trip some day
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely house in a peaceful location. Well equipped.I'm not letting this affect my overall review but one specific issue seriously marred our short stay. The carbon monoxide alarm in the living room emitted a shrill beep every 30 seconds from after midnight on our second night. We could not resolve (not ideal having 2 69 year olds trying to balance on a chair to shut it up). The owner arranged for someone to come out the next day (4pm so we had to sit outside to try to avoid the noise. If it had been raining it would have been unbearable). Unfortunately we did not know that there was a second alarm of the same vintage in another room. This also went off in the middle of our 4th night. Owner informed. A shame the owner didn't think to arrange for this to be dealt with at the same time. I think there is a safety issue here as I think the date of fitting was 2017 and they should be changed every 7 years. For us the main issue was that sleep was extremely difficult for 2 of our 4 nights. It is not clear on cottages.com how I can make a formal complaint and ask for a refund.Such a shame as otherwise a lovely place to stay. Hence my rating is designed not to put others off.