Guests say
Bickley School Annexe is a charming and tranquil cottage, ideal for those seeking peace and natural beauty. Guests consistently praise its remote, idyllic setting, comfortable beds, and well-equipped, clean interiors. The location is perfect for walking, cycling, and exploring the North York Moors and Dalby Forest, with wildlife and birdsong adding to the experience. While amenities are some distance away, visitors appreciate the opportunity to truly unwind. The cottage is well maintained, and thoughtful touches such as local produce stalls nearby are noted. Overall, guests leave refreshed and eager to return.
Multiple reviews highlight the cottage as clean and well maintained, with specific mentions of cleanliness in the kitchen and throughout the property.
The remote, peaceful location is repeatedly praised for its tranquillity, natural surroundings, and proximity to walks and local attractions. Some note the distance from shops, but this is generally seen as a positive for those seeking solitude.
Guests describe the beds as comfortable with quality bedding, and the cottage as warm and cosy. The overall atmosphere is relaxing, contributing to a restful stay.
The cottage is described as well equipped, with an excellent shower, washing machine, tumble dryer, and all essentials provided. The kitchen, though small, is functional and clean.
Guests appreciated the owner's excellent communication and the nearby farm produce stall offering fresh eggs, cakes, and marmalade. Please note that such gifts or produce are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Close to Dalby Forest and the North Yorkshire Moors, there is a wealth of outdoor pursuits in the area.. 2 steps to entrance.
All on the
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, CD Player
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Dishwasher
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Full central heating, electricity, bed linen and towels included. Travel cot. External utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer (shared). Courtyard with garden furniture and BBQ. Bike store. Parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Full oil central heating, electricity, bed linen and towels included. Travel cot. Stereo/CD player. Microwave and dishwasher. Shared laundry room with washing machine and tumble dryer. BBQ. No smoking.. Bickley School House is ideally situated to form the perfect outdoor pursuits centre, being part of the North Yorkshire Moors and very close to Dalby Forest. The refurbished former School House (Ref ISR) oozes charm and character and the School Annexe (Ref ISS) is single-storeyed. The detached holiday properties are surrounded by glorious woodland walks and activities such as mountain and cross country biking, fishing and horse riding are all available. Take the Dalby Forest Drive to enjoy the breathtaking scenery. Elegant Scarborough is 10 miles, the historic port of Whitby is 20 miles - both offer sandy beaches. There is easy access to the North Yorkshire Moors National Park and the ancient walled city of York; a short drive to Flamingo Land theme park and zoo. Shops 8 miles, pubs 5 miles.
Bickley School House (ISR) and Bickley School Annexe (ISS) can be booked together to accommodate up to 10 guests.
There is limited internet signal and/or mobile reception at the property.
The water is from a spring, well or borehole, and not a mains supply.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Nearby points of interest
- Flamingo Land
- Whitby Beach
Reviews (13)
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John Smith
Really enjoyed our stay at Bickley House, great location, very scenic, quiet and relaxing place. Facilities were great all the rooms are a good size, sitting in the garden having breakfast, great experience, local wildlife wondering past. Access was great, you do think you’ve taken a wrong turn initially but stick with it and you’ll be amazed when it pops into view. Definitely go again.
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E. Chappell
Another good stay in this idylic cottage. We enjoy the remote, peaceful location with dark skies and the sound of birdsong. Comfy beds with nice quality bedding and an excellent shower. A clean,warm well equipped cottage
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John and Gilly Hodkinson
The perfect place to ‘ get away from it all’. The Annex was perfect ( I’d visited as a child when it was still a school) and it’s still the totally unspoiled spot I remember. A multitude of forest walks, an amazing amount and variety of fungi, birdsong and a quietly gurgling river just below the cottage as an accompaniment to an evening stroll.For ‘local amenities’ read the stall at the road end with fresh fruit and vegetables, pickles, fresh eggs etc. Come well provided with food, the nearest shops are quite some distance away. Thank you for having us, we’ve returned refreshed and restored with every intention of returning to this corner of Yorkshire heaven!