Guests say
Grouse Cottage receives high praise for its welcoming hosts, cleanliness, and dog-friendly amenities. Guests appreciate the thoughtful touches like homemade cakes and secure gardens. Its location offers tranquillity and convenience for exploring the North York Moors & Coast. The cottage is well-equipped, providing a comfortable and peaceful stay, though some minor maintenance issues are noted.
Guests consistently mention the cottage's cleanliness, describing it as very clean and well-maintained, which indicates a high standard of cleanliness throughout the property.
The location is praised for its quietness and proximity to local attractions, towns, and scenic countryside, making it an ideal base for exploring the North Yorkshire Moors and coast.
The cottage is frequently described as comfortable and cosy, with a warm atmosphere and comfy beds. However, a single mention of the beds not being particularly comfortable slightly affects the score.
Facilities are generally regarded as excellent, with a well-equipped kitchen and secure garden. Some minor maintenance issues, such as the shower head problem, slightly lower the score.
Many reviews highlight the hosts' thoughtfulness, mentioning welcome treats like cakes and dog biscuits. While these gestures are greatly appreciated, they are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
A stone-built, character property offering accommodation all on one level, Grouse Cottage features exposed stonework and oak flooring throughout and has views across the surrounding open countryside. With a cosy woodburner and character, open plan accommodation with French doors opening onto your private garden, it’s the perfect, dog-friendly country retreat. Note: This property can be booked with Refs. 929317 and 929318, together they sleep 14.
The old market town of Kirkbymoorside is situated on the edge of The North Yorks Moors National Park between the towns of Pickering and Helmsley. It is a delightful town and the heart of the community for local farms and outlying villages. Visitors to the town are well catered for with tea-rooms, public houses, restaurants and antique shops, Wednesday is market day and locals and visitors alike can enjoy the bustling atmosphere. Hutton-le-Hole and Lastingham are picturesque villages nearby and have some interesting attractions worth visiting. Pickering is the home of the North York Moors Steam Railway and is a ‘must do' day out for all visitors. Kirkbymoorside makes a superb base to see the variety of attractions this stunning area has to offer.
Accommodation
All ground floor.
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin (zip/link, can be king-size double on request).
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburner.
Shared external utility.
Underfloor heating with woodburner.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine and tumble dryer in shared utility, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs.
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburner included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and highchair on request.
Ample off road parking.
Private, fully enclosed lawned garden with furniture and BBQ.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome, may accept three small well behaved dogs .
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 1.5 miles.
Note: Check-in for this property is strictly 4pm and check out is 10am.
Please note; one week bookings must commence on a Friday.
Vend Electric EV Charging Point - Type 2 available to pay via app.
Nearby points of interest
- Rievaulx Abbey
- Flamingo Land
Reviews (30)
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Kim
The host left Milk (which we forgot...
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Angela
Nice and quiet but close to Kirbymoorside to get provisions. Would recommend.
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Susan
Friendly welcome from the owners. Lovely cottage, everything we needed for our stay. Home made cake for us and treats for the dogs were a nice touch. Large secure garden for the dogs. Lovely walks from the doorstep. Overall a great weekend and would definitely return.