Guests say
Ryburn House is a beautifully decorated and well-equipped cottage in the heart of Thornton-le-Dale, offering a cosy and comfortable stay. Guests consistently praise its excellent location for exploring the North Yorkshire Moors and nearby towns. The property is clean and thoughtfully furnished, with modern bathrooms and a well-stocked kitchen. While parking is not directly outside, it is easily managed nearby. Some minor issues with bedding comfort and occasional cleaning details were noted, but overall, guests found it a delightful base for their holiday and would happily return.
Most guests found the cottage clean and tidy, with several describing it as spotless or very clean. However, a few reviews mentioned issues such as dust, cobwebs, and occasional bedding or bathroom cleanliness concerns. These were generally minor and did not detract significantly from the overall positive impression.
The location is highly praised, with guests loving the picturesque village setting, proximity to amenities, and easy access to local attractions and public transport. The lack of on-site parking is noted but is not seen as a major drawback due to convenient alternatives nearby.
The cottage is widely described as comfortable, cosy, and relaxing, with modern decor and good facilities. Some guests found the beds and pillows too soft for their preference, but most found the accommodation very comfortable overall.
Guests appreciated the well-equipped kitchen, modern bathrooms, and thoughtful touches such as tea, coffee, and toiletries. The property is described as having everything needed for a self-catering stay, with only minor suggestions for improvement, such as a larger fridge or a clothes airer.
Several guests mentioned thoughtful touches such as tea, coffee, biscuits, milk, and even a decorated Christmas tree. Please note that these gifts are not guaranteed for every stay, but they were appreciated when provided.
About this property
In one of the most beautiful villages in Yorkshire, Ryburn House is perfectly positioned to enjoy the glorious surrounding countryside, with the rolling moorland, quaint rural villages as well as the breath-taking coastline..
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Smart TV, Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Hob, Electric Oven, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Second Floor:
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner included. . Enclosed back garden with garden furniture (shared with other properties on-site). Public car park, at cost. No smoking.. Ryburn House is a wonderful choice for guests looking for a stay in the national park. Thornton-Le-Dale is arguably the prettiest village in Yorkshire, with a stream woven through its heart.
Lovingly furnished throughout with all of the home comforts you need. On the ground floor is the open-plan living area, where you can unwind around the wood burner, while the kitchen is modern and equipped with integrated appliances. At the rear of the cottage, is the garden with a seating area, which is shared with the neighbouring holiday cottage. Upstairs on the first floor, you have a double bedroom and a shower room, on the second floor is a twin bedroom and a bathroom. Each room is tastefully furnished, with beautiful original features giving a little glimpse of this property’s past.
This small village attracts many visitors due to its beauty and the amenities are only a 2-minute walk away, with cafes, a bakery, the village green and a small park surrounding the duck pond perfect to enjoy the scenery. The village has become popular after being featured on the classic car auction show Bangers and Cash, and you can visit the showroom to see what unique finds are going for auction. There is an abundance of scenic walking trails nearby branching out into the neighbouring moorland, an ideal destination for guests who enjoy the great outdoors.
Surrounding attractions include Dalby Forest, with wonderful hiking and cycling trails, segway riding and treetop ziplining, and Flamingoland theme park and zoo for younger family members. Rydale Folk Museum documents the history of the area with reconstructed shops, houses and even an iron stone dwelling. The nearby market town of Pickering has castle ruins and the heritage steam train which takes you to the coast, or for a day out by the sea choose from, Staithes, Runswick Bay with sheltered golden sandy beach, historical Robin Hood’s Bay with its characterful cottages spilling down the cliff top to the sea, or Sandsend with a vast beach at low tide, and the ever-popular coastal town of Whitby.
Free WiFi
Nearby points of interest
- Flamingo Land
Reviews (40)
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Mary Smith
We found Ryburn house clean, well equipped and comfortable. We appreciated the tea bags, coffee, biscuits and milk. Sadly, the milk, though well in date was curdled but appreciated the gesture.We were able to park nearby and it was a two minute walk. I loved the area. Found some delicious food in nearby restaurants and hopefully we will return again.
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely cottage; comfortable, spacious and excellent location. Parking no problem. Walk to Ellerburn from the village to St Hilda's Church, dating back to 900AD, is a highlight. Also Café Bouchère just a few doors along the road.
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Irene Lockwood
Lovely 3 night stay at Ryburn house. Two adult couples, so the two bathrooms are a bonus. The garden would be nice in the summer, didn't get to use it though, as stayed in December! Ideal location, there are double yellow lines outside of the cottage, so no parking. We did stop and offload our bags, then managed to find on road parking further down the road. There are restrictions certain times of the year, but I think it was October to March you are okay to park. Best to check the signage on the lampposts are regulations do change. Hope to return next year, had two lovely meals in The Buck, best to book in advance as it is popular.