Old Station Farm

About this property

Malton 3 miles. A magnificent, limestone, Georgian property, set in lovely grounds in the small village of Amotherby, three miles from the pretty market town of Malton, the food capital of the north. Occupying the major part of this stunning Malton holiday cottage, it is the perfect place for family groups and friends to stay and enjoy time together in luxurious surroundings. You step inside this beautiful holiday cottage near Malton, to a wealth of period features, with high ornate ceilings, original fireplaces, window shutters and sash windows. Each room has been tastefully decorated and styled and exquisitely furnished with antiques, providing first-class accommodation. The elegant dining room provides a lovely sociable room to sit and chat around the table in front of the roaring open fire, whilst offering additional comfy seating and TV, giving plenty of room to spread out. The well-equipped kitchen of this Malton holiday cottage boasts an electric cooker and an AGA in the winter months, with a small breakfast room. The fabulous, spacious main sitting room overlooks the garden and with its open fire and sumptuous seating, is ideal to sit and relax in after a busy day exploring the area. The property also offers a lovely open courtyard with a hot tub and garden furniture. Upstairs in this Malton holiday cottage, are six charming individual bedrooms, three with four poster beds and three with en-suites. Outside this immaculate Malton holiday cottage, the gardens wrap around the property, with lawns and an orchard, perfect for alfresco dining or to enjoy a glass of wine! A three minute stroll brings you to the local pub which serves good ales and Cantonese food, whilst the bustling town of Malton offers an excellent array of restaurants, tempting tea rooms and a weekly market. The stately home and gardens of Castle Howard (from Brideshead Revisited) are just four miles from this Malton holiday cottage and well worth visiting, whilst the beautiful surrounding countryside is ideal for walkers and cyclists. Well placed for exploring the historic city of York and the popular seaside resorts of Scarborough, Filey and Whitby, this Malton holiday cottage suits all the family.

The town of Malton has many interesting buildings including the old Corn Exchange and Assembly Rooms. A weekly market is still held in the town, as well as livestock and farmers' markets. The Yorkshire Moors are to the north, and the Yorkshire Wolds are to the south, making it excellent country for walkers and cyclists.

Accommodation

Six bedrooms: 1 x four poster king-size double with single sofa bed and en-suite roll-top bath, basin and WC, 1 x four poster king-size double, 1 x four poster double with single day bed and en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x super king-size double with single day bed and en-suite bath, hand-held shower, basin and WC, 2 x twin (one zip/link, can be king-size double on request).

Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.

Fitted kitchen with utility room.

Dining room with open fire and comfy seating.

Sitting room (seats 11) with open fire.

Open courtyard with hot tub and furniture.

Oil central heating with open fires in dining room and sitting room.

Electric cooker, AGA (in winter months)and an additional double oven, microwave, large fridge/freezer with ice dispenser, washing machine, dishwasher, 2 x TVs with Freeview, DVD, CD/radio, WiFi, iPod dock, selection of books, games and DVDs.

Fuel, power and starter packs for open fires included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Travel cot and highchair.

Ample off road parking.

Lockable bike storage.

Lawned gardens and small orchard with furniture and BBQ.

Three well-behaved dogs welcome (1 more possible on request).

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 2.8 mile, pub 0.9 mile.

Note: Check in time 5pm.

Note: No fireworks at the property due to close proximity of horses.

Note: Bookings must be booked from a Friday.