Guests say
Damson Croft is highly praised for its beautiful, tranquil garden setting and charming village location. Guests appreciate the clean, comfortable accommodation and the friendly, helpful hosts. The local pub and surrounding nature add to the delightful experience, making it a recommended stay for a peaceful holiday.
Reviews consistently mention that Damson Croft is clean and well-maintained, suggesting high standards of cleanliness that contribute to the comfort of guests' stays.
The location is frequently highlighted as peaceful and beautiful, with easy access to local attractions and nature. The village setting and proximity to a great local pub are particularly appreciated.
Guests find the cottage cosy and comfortable, with a warm atmosphere and adequate facilities. The spacious garden and wildlife are noted as enhancing the overall comfort of the stay.
Facilities are generally described as adequate and well-equipped, though some guests mention slow Wi-Fi and a preference for a full shower unit. The immediate replacement of a broken toaster indicates good maintenance.
While the hosts are described as helpful and welcoming, there are no specific mentions of gifts or extra thoughtful touches in the reviews provided. Therefore, a score cannot be given for thoughtfulness.
About this property
Damson Croft is a charming, quiet and beautifully secluded 1930s timber bungalow situated in the owner's private gardens on the edge of the idyllic village of Lastingham in the North York Moors National Park, 7 miles from Pickering. The village of Lastingham is located in the North York Moors National Park. It has recently been made a Dark Skies friendly community and Damson Croft has accreditation from the National Park for being walking friendly and nature friendly. This single-storey Lastingham cottage benefits from welcoming accommodation with an open-plan living area consisting of a fully-equipped kitchen, dining area and a homely sitting area where you can unwind after a day full of exploration.
Damson Croft is located in a beautiful one-acre garden with herbaceous borders, a wildflower meadow area, a vegetable garden, lawns, and mature trees. The owners are keen gardeners and keep Silkie chickens and beehives. There are wonderful views from the cottage of these attractive gardens, where you can relax, unwind and raise a toast to your fabulous getaway. There is an abundance of wildlife in the garden, and you may hear owls and curlews and see swallows nesting in the outhouses. A short stroll through the delightful, unspoilt village of Lastingham brings you to the renowned local inn, which serves excellent food, and to the historic church of St Mary with its famous ancient crypt.
Surrounded by stunning countryside, Damson Croft offers ample walking opportunities from the door through breath-taking countryside. There are many attractions in the area, such as the North Yorkshire Moors Railway at Pickering, the Ryedale Folk Museum at Hutton-le-Hole and numerous stately homes and gardens, including Duncombe Park, Nunnington Hall and Castle Howard. With castles and abbeys to explore, such as Rievaulx Abbey, Byland Abbey and Pickering and Helmsley Castles, there is truly something for everyone - the opportunities are endless! Make unforgettable memories in North Yorkshire at Damson Croft.
The quaint town of Lastingham is a great place to unwind and enjoy your holiday. Set on the gentle hills of the North York Moors' southern edge, this area is both stunning and historically significant. This little village of less than a hundred people is home to the quaint olde worlde pub The Blacksmith's Arms and the magnificent and historic Crypt Church of St. Mary, with its exquisite ancient crypt. Flamingo Land Theme Park, Eden Camp Modern History Museum, Hutton-le-Hole Folk Museum, and the North York Moors Steam Railway are just some of the attractions in the neighbourhood. There are many historical sites to explore, such as the majestic Castle Howard, and other buildings such as abbeys, cathedrals, and stately residences. Last, but not least, there’s the wonderful scenery – woods and heather moorland, hills, dales and seaside.
Accommodation
Single-storey.
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, basin, and WC.
Open-plan living area with kitchen, dining area, and sitting area
Electric convector panel heaters.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, kettle, toaster.
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TV with Freeview, DVD CD/Radio, Wi-Fi, selection of books, DVDs, and games.
Power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels inc in rent.
Travel cot and highchair on request.
Roadside parking.
Garden furniture and barbecue.
Shared use of owners beautiful one-acre garden.
Short walk to popular village inn, well-known for its food.
Book in advance if intending to eat there, especially at weekends.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 5.1 miles and pub 0.1 miles.
Note: There are four steps up to the front door.
Note: The owners keep bees in their garden and honey is available to be purchased.
Charging point available for electric vehicles.
Please Note: bookings preferably fall between a Saturday and Saturday, though shorter breaks may be available
Nearby points of interest
- Flamingo Land
- Rievaulx Abbey
Reviews (45)
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Wendy
It is well maintained and has everything you could need for your stay. We found the beds very comfortable and the bedrooms are a good size. The village pub is lively and locals very friendly. We had lovely meals here and at the pub in Appleton le Moor but I would recommend booking as they were busy. I would recommend Damson Cottage as a lovely place to stay.
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Margaret
Over the last two years we have increased our stay from one week to two weeks. Damson Croft is ideal for us as it is quiet and secluded in the owners' beautiful garden. It is one of the few remaining properties which is on it's own and doesn't invite you to take a whole crowd of people with you in neighbouring buildings. The comfort and cleanliness are everything you could wish for and Rob and Patsie are around should you have any difficulties. We have had a wonderful holiday divided into days out to local villages and beyond and days resting inbetween them. Local villages have historic places of interest and also proper markets and Lastingham is close enough to the coast for a visit too. The scenery in between these places is lovely and as well as the hoards of sheep always to be seen there were three deer in the area this year. Thank you Patsie and Rob. We look forward to seeing you next year, we hope that your holiday is as good as ours.
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Lynne
The on-site owner is very welcoming and helpful. We're already planning to book again next year.