Guests say
The Haybarn in Pickering is a spacious and beautiful property with a large garden, set in picturesque countryside. It's ideal for family groups, offering peaceful surroundings with lovely walks and wildlife. The property is well-equipped for various activities, including retreats and has friendly hosts. Some guests mentioned issues with access roads and interactions with the owners, but overall experiences were positive.
Most guests found The Haybarn to be clean, with one report of equipment not being clean. However, the majority of feedback suggests a high standard of cleanliness.
The location is praised for its peaceful valley setting, proximity to local attractions, and suitability for exploring the surrounding area. The remote aspect is seen as a positive feature, although one guest mentioned rough road access.
Guests enjoyed the comfort of The Haybarn, noting its spaciousness and the presence of en suite rooms. The property seems to cater well to the comfort of its guests.
The property is described as well-equipped with kitchen equipment, games, and DVDs. However, one guest's experience with the equipment not being clean and another with passive aggressive notes suggests some room for improvement in facilities and maintenance.
While guests appreciated the property and its amenities, there are no specific mentions of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness. Therefore, this score cannot be assessed.
About this property
This beautiful and unique barn conversion is nestled in the North York Moors National Park. Boasting incredible views, you are in a stunning rural location with scenic walking trails on your doorstep..
Ground Floor:
Living room: Smart TV, Woodburner
Kitchen/dining room: Range, Microwave, Air Fryer, Slow Cooker, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine, Washing Machine
Games Room: Smart TV, Nintendo Switch
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, Freeview TV
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bathroom: Bath, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 3: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 4: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 5: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
LPG central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included during winter months. Travel cot and highchair.. Back garden with patio and garden furniture. 2 small/medium-sized dogs are welcome if you are unsure whether you dog meets this criteria please check before booking. Dogs must to be kept on leads at all times (farm animals nearby). Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking or e-cigarettes. Please note: Sorry, no hen or stag parties. Couples, family bookings and holiday makers only.. The Hay Barn is a huge property, which is sure to delight, with far-reaching views over the countryside. This is a great size for big family get-togethers as well as groups of friends. Stepping inside you have beamed ceilings and traditional oak furnishings, welcoming you with an authentic country feel.
The spacious living room boasts the most incredible views with four sofas around the wood-burning stove. There is also a games room, with a selection of board games as well as a games console. In the open-plan kitchen and dining room, there is a huge dining table where you can all enjoy home-cooked meals together. There are two bedrooms on the ground floor, a double as well as a twin, both with en-suite shower rooms. Plus, a family bathroom. Up on the first floor, you have a further three bedrooms, a double with an en-suite shower, as well as a double and a twin. The property is completed with an additional shower room.
Outside you have your private patio, complete with a seating area. Perfect for both sunny days as well as star gazing evenings. Beyond the patio, there is a large open paddock, which can be enjoyed by guests in warmer months.
For those who love the great outdoors, this is the ideal destination, with wonderful footpaths, cycle routes as well as bridleways all radiating from your doorstep, giving you wonderful views through forests as well as over the rolling moorland. In the nearby village of Rosedale Abbey, 1½ miles away, you have a couple of pubs as well as a couple of cafés and a village shop. There is also a small pitch and putt golf course with a second larger golf course around a 15-minute drive away. Rosedale Abbey is very scenic and attracts many walkers. The famous ‘Old Ironstone Railway’ walk runs around the valley, and you can stop off at the lovely inn en route for some local ales and traditional food. The area is increasingly favoured by cyclists, who are also welcome to cycle the old railway line.
The Yorkshire Cycle Hub is 12 miles away at Fryup, offering cycle hire, alongside an excellent café. Dalby Forest is well worth a visit and is also great for cycling, with cycle hire and other adventure activities including zip wiring through the treetops. During your stay be sure to visit Ampleforth Abbey with its serene Abbey Church and grounds to explore at your leisure. Ampleforth boasts a great shop and tea room open in the summer, as well as orchards and a cider mill. Nearby Hutton-le-Hole, a picturesque village, offers a fantastic day out and even has its home-made chocolate shop. Visit Ryedale Folk Museum sample the popular local ice cream and take a paddle in the stream. Fancy a stately home? Then look no further than Castle Howard, well worth a trip and a beautiful day out.
The cottage is also within easy reach of Pickering with its many attractions including The North Yorkshire Moors Railway which goes all the way to Whitby, where you can enjoy possibly the most famous fish and chips in the UK. You are only a 30-minute drive from the heritage coast, with Whitby, Scarborough, Robin Hood Bay, and Staithes all within easy reach. This is a delightful destination all year round, whether your walks will be laced with blue bluebells in the spring, vivid purple heather in the summer, or glistening frost and deep virgin snow in the winter.
The Haybarn (UK42935) can be booked with Stable Cottage (UK42936) to accommodate up to 15 guests.
Free WiFi
Small to Medium sized dogs only allowed.
No stag, hen or other party bookings allowed.
Pets must be kept on a lead at all times.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Rievaulx Abbey
- Flamingo Land
- Whitby Beach
Reviews (10)
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Jean Sutcliffe
We had a family gathering at the Hay Barn. The cottage was clean ,warm and ideal for a large group . There were lovely walks directly from the cottage with a nearby cafe at a local farm and a pub only 5 min drive which served beautiful meals . We were so impressed we have already booked up for next year .
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John Harding
This is a beautiful home with a huge garden set in the most picturesque countryside. We stayed for our 41st wedding anniversary and our group comprised 6 adults, one 18 month old boy and two dogs. The baby just loved running around in the garden down to the farmers field to look at the sheep. Whilst there we visited Whitby on the train which was great, the two local pubs in Rosedale which were friendly and served nice food and Pickering which is about 20 minutes away.
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Confirmed Guest
Brilliant stay at the Haybarn!Very clean and well equippedVery good for family groups especially with older members - 2 downstairs bedrooms with en suiteSome great touches like toiletries and night lightsSet in a lovely peaceful valley away from crowds with several lovely walks on the doorstep - but not at all far from Rosedale Abbey if wantedFinally great hosts very helpful!