Guests say
Garden House is a spacious and beautifully decorated cottage in a peaceful, private location with stunning views. Guests consistently praise its comfort, well-equipped kitchen, and excellent access to local walks and attractions. The property is described as clean and homely, with cosy features like log fires and luxurious baths. While a few minor maintenance issues and occasional comments about towels and internet are noted, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, with many guests returning for repeat stays.
Most guests found the property very clean and well-presented, though a few mentioned cobwebs and areas under beds needing attention. Overall, cleanliness is a strong point.
The cottage is praised for its peaceful, quiet setting with beautiful views, yet remains conveniently close to the A19 and local attractions. Guests appreciate the easy access to walks and nearby villages.
Guests highlight the spacious rooms, comfortable beds, luxurious baths, and cosy atmosphere. Minor suggestions include new pillows and softer towels, but comfort is consistently rated highly.
The property is well-equipped with modern amenities, a well-stocked kitchen, and features like en-suites and a large bath. Some maintenance issues (patio doors, shower doors, internet, towels) were noted but did not detract significantly from guests' enjoyment.
There are no specific mentions of welcome gifts or extra thoughtful touches in the reviews, so a score cannot be provided for 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 (24)
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Jean Rogers
Cottage is beautiful,clean and fairly well equipped. Internet not working for first 4days which would have been a problem if you had children on devices. Small settee quiet hard but other one felt like sitting on the floor. The towels leave a lot to be desired so suggest you take your own. Never been anywhere before where a jaycloth has been cut into one small piece for you to use in kitchen,thought this was very mean.
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Confirmed Guest
Wonderful stay in this beautiful property. Gorgeous views from the patio and garden. Private and quiet location. And if you’re wondering if the bath is as good as it looks…. YES! Would rebook in a heartbeat.
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Confirmed Guest
This was our second stay at the property. The location is ideal for local walking, visiting nearby market towns and the coast. It’s very close to the A19 for getting around but it is also very quiet and peaceful. The property is lovely. It’s spacious but homely and very comfortable. It had everything we needed. There are local walks if you can follow an OS map or you can walk along the very quiet road into Osmotherley where there are pubs and a cafe. Cod Beck Reservoir is a 10 min drive away and a lovely walk with good accessible paths.