Guests say
The Old Reading Room is a charming and spacious property set in a peaceful location, ideal for exploring North Yorkshire. Guests appreciate the beautiful open plan living area, comfortable furnishings, and the cosy wood burner. The property's character and craftsmanship are frequently praised, and the presence of wildlife adds to its appeal.
Several reviews mention a need for a deep clean, with complaints about dust, cobwebs, and unclean kitchen appliances. However, some guests found the property to be clean upon arrival.
The property is consistently praised for its peaceful setting and proximity to towns and countryside, offering tranquility and convenience for exploring the local area.
Guests find the property comfortable, with special mentions of the cosy wood burner and quality furnishings. Some concerns are raised about bed comfort and hard towels.
The property boasts well-appreciated features like an Aga and a wood burner, but several reviews cite maintenance issues such as a dripping tap, problematic shower, and lighting. The need for updates and repairs is a recurring theme.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the owners, so it is not possible to provide a score in this category.
About this property
Former reading room transformed into a stunning home with beautiful beams and exposed stone work. Located just on the edge of the NYM.. 2 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Multi-Fuel Burner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Aga, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Ensuite: Slipper Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request)
Bedroom 3: Single (3ft) Bed
Bathroom: Roll Top Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Study: Galleried,.
Oil central heating (underfloor in bathrooms), electricity, bed linen, towels, Wi-Fi and fuel for multi-fuel burner included. Travel cot and highchair. . Enclosed lawned garden with courtyard, patio, summerhouse, patio and garden furniture. Private parking. No smoking.. Dating from the early 1900s, and formerly a reading room, this detached holiday property has been sympathetically restored with beautiful beams, exposed stonework, stone and oak floors, glass hallway and sumptuous furnishings and fabrics. Thimbleby village is on the edge of the North York Moors National Park, with a wealth of interesting walks and mountain bike trails through spectacular moorland. Visit York, Helmsley, Castle Howard and Fountains Abbey. Cod Beck Reservoir nearby. Shops and pubs 1 mile.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Nearby points of interest
- Rievaulx Abbey
Reviews (26)
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Wendy Finch
We had a fabulous weekend at the Old Reading Room. It was much bigger than we'd anticipated, with all the bedrooms being in a separate part of the house joined up by the conservatory/entrance. The mezzanine level was really cool, not that we really used it, and the kitchen very well equipped. The woodburning stove was very cosy in the evenings too. Our only gripe was that the table football machine took our 50p but no balls came out...........! We'd love to come back for a longer stay, and explore the local area more.
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Confirmed Guest
It was our 8th visit we'd forgotten about one.We love it here, it's only 30 minutes from where we live.The place certainly has a charm and warmth that draws us to it, as well as the exceptional value it offers.It does have issues with it that I hope to be able address personally with owner.Lovely old building, very roomy and cosy.Wonderful location near lots of lovely places.It's in no way perfect but again for value for money you can't beat it.We will definitely be back. Hopefully issues that people have will be addressed, although to date some haven't, just going through the visitors book shows you this. This seems such a shame really because they're only little things, but the customer needs to be listened to and if they are and the these little things are acted upon then the feedback and ratings will be even better.We had a couple of visitors as we were going to Thimbleby shooting grounds they thought the cottage was amazing.
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Naomi
My friends and I had a lovely stay at the Old Reading Room. It's a beautiful home full of character and very comfortable. The added bonus of a wood burning stove made it very cosy and welcoming. The location was lovely and peaceful but with easy acces to the A1. Would definitely stay there again.