Guests say
The Ridings is a spacious and charming cottage in a picturesque village setting, praised for its excellent location, large secure garden, and comfortable layout ideal for families and dog owners. Guests appreciate the easy access to local amenities and attractions. While the property is generally clean and welcoming, several reviews mention that some areas, particularly the kitchen and maintenance, could benefit from further attention. Overall, visitors enjoy their stays and many return, highlighting the cottage’s value and appeal.
Most guests found the cottage clean and comfortable, with some bedrooms recently refurbished. However, several reviews mention issues such as cobwebs, dirty kitchen appliances, and the need for better cleaning of carpets and sofas. Some guests had to wash dishes and cutlery on arrival.
The location is consistently praised as excellent, with easy access to the village, local amenities, and nearby attractions like Dalby Forest and Pickering. The setting is described as quiet, picturesque, and ideal for families and dog walkers.
Guests highlight the cottage’s spaciousness, comfortable beds, and generous bathrooms. The large, secure garden is a favourite for both children and pets. Some minor issues with cold rooms and heating were noted, but overall comfort is rated highly.
The cottage offers good parking, multiple bathrooms, and a large garden. However, repeated comments mention maintenance issues such as broken appliances, worn kitchen fittings, and the need for more kitchenware. Many guests feel that with some updates, the facilities could be excellent.
A basic welcome pack was mentioned, though some guests found it disappointing. There are occasional references to small touches, but these are not guaranteed and may vary. Some guests noted a lack of cleaning products and outdoor seating.
About this property
This whimsical cottage is nestled in the picture perfect village of Thornton le Dale on the edge of the North York Moors National Park. Surrounded by beautiful scenery, you can enjoy idyllic rural village life.. 1 step to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: Smart TV, Woodburner
Dining room.
Kitchen: Range, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher
Study.
Bedroom 1: Day Bed Single (3ft) Bed
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed
Bedroom 3: Zip And Link 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 4: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
Bathroom: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack.. Enclosed lawned garden with garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. The Ridings is a traditional country cottage, oozing character and charm. The property is a great size for families as well as groups of friends looking to explore this beautiful area. Tastefully furnished throughout, this cottage boasts many original features offering a quintessential country retreat.
Here you have the convenience of your own driveway, giving you peace of mind that you will always have a guaranteed space for your cars. Outside you have a fabulous large, lawned garden, ideal for barbecues whilst soaking up the sunshine. There is a large summer room looking out onto the garden, with a dining table where you can all sit together.
The charming village of Thornton Le Dale is a delight; old fashioned friendliness with an unhurried pace of life. The village has everything you could need, yet still retains its quaint village beauty, with the chocolate box thatched cottages and historic Alms houses. The tranquil Thornton beck winds through the village, with many walking trails to follow. On the village green there’s the original stocks and market cross, where on Sundays during the summer months. local bands plays music to entertain you whilst you sit back and enjoy one of the wonderful ice-creams the village is renowned for.
Only a couple of miles away is the traditional Yorkshire market town of Pickering, which combines atmospheric old inns, 12th-century castle, museum, remarkable medieval frescoes in the local church, and the North York Moors Railway taking visitors on a nostalgic steam train journey through the spectacular heather-clad moorland scenery.
The ancient City of York is just 26 miles away and offers the majestic minster, the fascinating Jorvik Viking Centre, the Castle Museum, the National Railway Museum, and excellent shopping facilities. Castle Howard, setting for TV’s Brideshead Revisited, Nunnington Hall (National Trust), Duncombe Park, and Rievaulx Abbey, are just a few of the local treasures to discover. On the east coast lie the popular seaside resorts of Scarborough, 15 miles, and Filey, 19 miles, the serene fishing village of Robin Hood’s Bay and the captivating old port of Whitby 20 miles, with its Captain Cook connections, as well as miles of sandy beaches and a colourful harbour. Just a 10-minute drive away visitors can enjoy Flamingo Land Theme Park and zoo or Dalby Forest, where there is a plethora of woodland walks, a visitor’s centre, picnic areas, bikes to hire and the popular “Go Ape” treetop zip lines. This is an ideal choice all year round and the National Park is gorgeous in all seasons.
Free WiFi
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Nearby points of interest
- Flamingo Land
Reviews (22)
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely old cottage, fantastic location. Bathrooms and the paintwork look newly done. Huge garden. Plenty of space for everyone to have their own space. Would be useful to have a guest book to write down minor niggles rather than use this forum. Some privacy film on the door to the downstairs bedroom would be useful and another set of cutlery. But these are very minor and the cottage is lovely.
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Mark Willden
Cottage is tired needs a lick of paint the kitchen needs sorting out desperately needs a new cooker and draining board if these were addressed it would be much improved, but overall still good value for money
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Linda Anderson
Clean and comfortable cottage. Good off road parking. Lots to do in the area.