Guests say
Garden Cottage in Thornton-le-Dale is highly praised for its comfort, cleanliness, and welcoming hosts, Peter and Karen. Guests appreciate the well-maintained property, comfortable bed, and peaceful garden. The village's charm and proximity to scenic walks and local amenities add to the delightful experience. The thoughtful touches by the hosts, including wine and biscuits, are fondly noted.
Reviewers consistently mention the spotless condition of the cottage, indicating a high level of cleanliness that contributes to the overall positive experience.
The cottage's location is praised for its proximity to the village centre, scenic walks, and a bus stop with access to Scarborough, making it an ideal base for exploring the area.
Guests frequently commend the comfortable bed and seating, as well as the overall warm and cosy atmosphere of the cottage, suggesting a high level of comfort.
The property is described as well-equipped with a thoughtfully designed kitchen and a pleasant patio area. However, there is no explicit mention of maintenance, so the score reflects the positive feedback on the available facilities.
The hosts' thoughtfulness is highlighted through mentions of welcome gifts such as wine and biscuits. While these gestures are greatly appreciated, it is noted that such personal touches, though common, are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Nestled in the picturesque village of Thornton Le Dale, Garden Cottage is a beautifully renovated stone and timber annexe offering a peaceful countryside escape.. All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Smart TV
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Bedroom: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Enclosed back garden (shared with owner). Patio with barbecue. Bike store.Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. Please note: No children under 15 years old.. Set within a large lawned garden that bursts into vibrant colour during the summer months, this delightful retreat provides a stunning backdrop for a relaxing getaway.
Guests can enjoy their own private patio, which adjoins the owner’s garden, perfect for soaking up the sunshine and enjoying outdoor meals. The cottage benefits from driveway parking, with a footpath leading to the entrance. The rear access has no steps, while the front entrance has just two steps, ensuring easy access. Inside, the property is all on one level and has an open plan, offering a thoughtfully designed and compact yet stylish living space. The living area features a comfortable sofa positioned in front of a Smart TV, creating a cosy space to unwind. The kitchenette is compact yet functional, featuring a one ring hob, a microwave, and an air fryer and a small fridge , allowing guests to prepare simple meals. A dining table provides an indoor dining option, while the patio offers an inviting alfresco alternative for warm days. The bedroom boasts a kingsized bed, promising a restful night’s sleep, while the modern walk-in shower room ensures a refreshing start to the day.
Garden Cottage is located on the edge of Thornton Le Dale, just a 10-minute walk from the village centre, where you’ll find the Garage of tv personality’s the Mathewson’s, two welcoming local pubs, a charming bakery, a café, a fish and chip shop, take away, general store, Chemist ,and even a chocolatier among other local amenities. Thornton Le Dale serves as a gateway to the North York Moors, a breathtaking landscape of rolling hills, ancient woodlands, and open heather-clad moorland. Just a short drive away, Pickering is home to the North Yorkshire Moors Railway, where you can embark on a nostalgic journey through scenic countryside aboard a heritage steam train. The stunning Yorkshire coastline is also within easy reach, with Scarborough, Whitby, and Robin Hood’s Bay all offering beautiful beaches, historic landmarks, and charming seaside attractions, further places places of interest within easy access of Thornton le Dale are Eden Camp modern history museum,Flamingo Land,Yorkshire Air Museum the lovely city of York. Garden Cottage is also within a ten minute walk into the lovely Dalby forest, bikes can be hired either in the village or at the Dalby forest visitors centre.
Whether exploring the countryside or discovering the coast, Garden Cottage provides the perfect base for a memorable escape.
Free WiFi
No children under 15 years old.
The owner lives on-site/nearby.
Nearby points of interest
- Flamingo Land
Reviews (9)
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Susan
We really enjoyed our few days at Garden Cottage which is immaculate.The owners were very welcoming. Love the village, everyone is very friendly. There is a bus stop really close to the cottage, nice ride into Scarborough. Looking forward to returning in the future.
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James
Karen was a lovely host. The cottage was warm, comfy, the bed was perfect, we had great nights sleeps. Very clean, all in all perfect. Thank you Karen for the wine and biscuits, a lovely thought. Jim and Julie [Southport Lancashire]
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Michael Allett
The cottage at Thornton le Dale was really good, super bed comfy seating every thing you could want,Peter and Karen were very helpful lovely stay.