Guests say
Croft Granary is a charming, cosy cottage in a peaceful village setting, praised for its cleanliness, comfort, and welcoming hosts. Guests appreciate the well-equipped accommodation, thoughtful touches, and convenient location for exploring York and North Yorkshire. The village offers good amenities, including pubs and a shop. While Wi-Fi is not always available and some minor updates are suggested, the overall experience is highly positive, with many guests eager to return.
The cottage is consistently described as spotlessly clean and tidy, with numerous guests highlighting the high standard of cleanliness throughout their stay.
Guests frequently mention the excellent location, with easy access to York, the North Yorkshire Moors, and local amenities such as pubs and shops. The peaceful village setting is also highly valued.
Reviews repeatedly praise the cottage's comfort, cosy atmosphere, and comfortable beds. The property is described as homely and ideal for families or groups.
The cottage is well-equipped and maintained, with guests appreciating the kitchen, patio, and play areas. Some minor suggestions include the addition of Wi-Fi, a larger fridge, and a few extra kitchen items.
Many guests mention thoughtful touches such as welcome packs with tea, coffee, milk, biscuits, and fresh eggs. While these gestures are appreciated, please note that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
An attractive, brick-built, detached former granary situated in the pretty village of Stillington, lying half way between York and Helmsley, Croft Granary is a delightful property. With traditional pantile roof and original oak beams, this Stillington cottage overlooks the village green and has been tastefully modernised to a good standard. A fitted kitchen with a range of appliances is there for you to make use of also including a dining area, while there is a sitting room to relax in with an electric fire. Hosting two welcoming bedrooms, one being a king size which benefits from an en-suite shower cubicle, and the other being a twin, as well as a family bathroom.
Surrounded by beautiful farmland and with a huge variety of attractions nearby including family fun at Flamingo Land, the beaches at Scarborough, hiking in the North York Moors, or simply visiting the many towns and villages in the area - there is something for everyone. A wonderful cottage, Croft Granary will be the perfect place for a family getaway.
The small, pretty village of Stillington is situated between York and Helmsley and has a Post Office/shop, pubs, Indian restaurant, fish and chip shop and antiques showroom. From the village, footpaths and bridleways lead to the surrounding countryside and Howardian hill, making the area ideal for walkers. There are many places of interest within driving distence including the Georgian town of Easingwold, Thirsk, Ripon, Harrogate, York, Malton and Helmsley. Other attractions nearby are the stunning North York Moors national park, wonderful abbeys, Castle Howard, the attractions and beaches in Scarborough and Flamingo Land Theme Park. Stillington is a perfect base for exploring this part of Yorkshire.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x king size with en-suite shower.
1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, basin and WC.
Ground floor basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room with electric fire.
Storage heaters with electric fire in sitting room.
Electric hob and oven, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, TV, DVD, stereo/CD player, selection of books and DVDs.
All fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and highchair available on request.
Off road parking for 2 cars.
Lawned garden with patio, garden furniture and BBQ.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub 5 mins walk.
Note: Next door neighbour restores steam engines during weekday working hours and as such there may be some associated noise.
Nearby points of interest
- Shambles
- JORVIK Viking Centre
- Rievaulx Abbey
- Flamingo Land
Reviews (59)
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Robert
Cosy, comfortable, clean, peaceful, with everything we needed to enjoy a holiday in York and North Yorkshire. The welcome pack and fresh eggs were welcome features. We hope to stay at Croft Granary again next year.
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Penelope Jane
Great accommodation and helpful but not intrusive owners. Great situation for access to York.
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Robert
Ideally situated for York, Thirsk, Pickering, and Whitby to name but a few. Mike and Diane are friendly, attentive hosts making our stay perfect.