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The Barn Ivy Cottage

(Ref. 922322)

Kexby near York, Vale of York & Yorkshire Wolds Show on map

4.8

Sykes rating

  • 6 Guests

  • 3 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets No

Features

  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Highchair available
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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34 Customer Reviews

  • "A lovely cottage, well appointed and very clean."

    Unfortunately the beds were uncomfortable for us, but it is always a personal preference!

    Reviewed by SusannaSep 2023

  • "Lovely cottage/barn conversion, lot bigger space than expected which was a bonus."

    Great base for visiting York which is what we wanted to do, only 10 min drive to the park & ride facility which was great. Also lovely that there was a welcome pack in the cottage when we arrived, so could make a much needed cuppa straight away! Great communication too from Jayne to give exact directions & access information for the property. We would definitely come back again & would recommend to friends if they want to visit York.

    Reviewed by KatieJul 2023

  • "My husband, adult daughter, and I had a wonderful visit at Barn Ivy Cottage."

    The property was clean and well-maintained and we would love to return on any future trip to York. The hosts were communicative and thoughtful. I highly recommend this property.

    Reviewed by BarbaraApr 2023

  • "We visited as a family which consisted of my husband, mother in law, sixteen year old son and myself."

    We were delighted by the property and thought it was excellent, very quiet and peaceful. Although it was on a main road you didn’t hear the traffic very much at all. It was very clean and well equipped - just what we needed for self catering. The Mezzanine double bedroom is reached via a spiral staircase from the twin room. My teenage son used it and thought it was great fun but I could not venture up the stairway very easily due to having arthritis in both my knees. Blackout curtains were a great touch in the Kingsize room. The only downside for us was that my 78 year old Mother in Law could have done with a hand rail in the bath as it was hard for her to get in and out. Although the Utility room was not in the main property it was easy to access. It was useful to have a separate washing machine and tumble dryer. A good tip is to keep the light on until you are over the step as it is completely dark at this time of year and the first time I used it I had a bag full of washing and wasn’t ready for the pitch black outside as I stepped out and I nearly missed the step. Scarborough was a 55 minute drive, Designer Outlet was 14 minutes away and York City was (depending on traffic) 15-20 minutes drive. Park at the Long Stay Station Car Park, at £6.75 for all day it is THE cheapest place to park if you are going to be in York for any length of time and it only takes about 7 minutes to walk into the City Centre. Another top tip is to get your fuel from the Esso garage as it is the cheapest in the area and this is literally two minutes drive from the property. I would highly recommend The Barn, it was good value and we will be returning again as my eldest son has just started at York University.

    Reviewed by CarolineOct 2022

  • "Excellent accommodation, a well thought out, planned and executed barn conversion."

    The welcome basket of tea, coffee and biscuits was much appreciated. We would have made good use of a grab rail in the bath and in the shower and a small shelf in the shower to put toiletries on rather than trying to bend down to get them off the floor but hardly a major inconvenience for a week. In the kitchen, a sharp knife capable of chopping carrots would have been handy so we'll remember to pack one next time as we do hope to book again sometime!

    Reviewed by SusanSep 2022

  • "The cooking utensils were very clean which is not always the case we find in holiday stays."

    Reviewed by GwynethAug 2022

  • "The cottage was spotless."

    Problems we felt was that the laundry facilities were in another building with a large step into it. Also the furniture was very uncomfortable and soft so were very difficult to get out of. The parking was a nightmare and extremely tight to get into. However I would recommend this cottage to a person with mobility problems as there were no steps, although gravel is always a problem.

    Reviewed by SianJun 2022

  • "Beautiful cottage with everything we needed for a lovely holiday."

    Really well equipped kitchen, super comfy beds and good communication with great hosts. Ideal location for days out in the surrounding area and visiting York.

    Reviewed by KirstyApr 2022

  • "We are very happy that we stayed at The Barn Ivy Cottage, very comfi, clean and available anything you need."

    No problem at all… We are really satisfied of our stay and happy to recommend to all our friends.

    Reviewed by EmmaMar 2022

  • "Accommodation was great, quirky, very clean, well equipped, comfy beds, plenty of storage and a lovely sized south facing garden."

    Despite being on a busy road, it was very quiet and not far from the park and ride for city center. Only a slight negative was the shower over bath, it was very low, if your over 5'3" ish then you can't get under, ok with family but not if sharing with friends if you need your own bathrooms. There is no bbq, only a couple of disposables.

    Reviewed by SarahJul 2021

  • "Really enjoyed our stay, the cottage is lovely and in a great location, we will ..."

    Really enjoyed our stay, the cottage is lovely and in a great location, we will definitely return and recommend to friends and family

    Reviewed by Ann-MarieJun 2021

  • "Garden furniture needs replacing."

    Reviewed by AnthonyJun 2021

  • "Well equipped accommodation in an excellent location."

    Our family of six had a brilliant week. Thank you.

    Reviewed by PhilipOct 2020

  • "The premises were exceptionally clean with nice touches of welcome pack, shower gels and gorgeous fluffy white towels."

    We were lucky enough to have the weather to sit in the private garden in the afternoon surrounded by fields.

    Reviewed by TraceySep 2020

  • "Lovely cottage in an excellent potion."

    All our family from Grandad to our 8 year old granddaughter had a fantastic time in Ivy Barn. We had a slight problem with the hob on Sunday morning and the owner and his wife fixed it within 10 minutes excellent service. The local bar/restaurant (The Twine and Barrel) is 5 minutes along the road and would recommend that great food with friendly staff. Loved Knaresborough which is just 30 minutes drive.

    Reviewed by JeffAug 2020

  • "A beautiful property and a lovely little gift basket on arrival."

    It is spacious, comfortable, clean and in a fantastic location. Extremely close to York and the Park & Ride (2miles) and yet you are in the country, with uninterrupted views of the landscape. Great facilities, with lovely bathrooms, great shower and the Kitchen appliances are all perfect. Lots of T.V's in every room, for those relaxed days in, when the weather is not so nice. Beautiful garden, garden furniture with a barbeque as well. Lovely hosts and we would highly recommend to anyone. Neil

    Reviewed by NeilMar 2020

  • "What a great find, great location for exploring this lovely part of the country."

    Very comfortable and nicely furnished. Ideal for couples and families, will plan to come back again.

    Reviewed by KarenFeb 2020

  • "A nice cottage in an excellent location."

    Although just off a busy road it was still peaceful. Close to access all amenities. York and the beaches only a short ride. Well worth a stay.

    Reviewed by AndreaAug 2019

  • "Fantastic cottage !"

    Everything had been thought of ! Great views

    Reviewed by DebbMay 2019

  • "The cottage is very welcoming with added touches."

    One thing we didn’t like was the split between 2 bedrooms lower deck 2 singles above double bed. The lounge also doesn’t accommodate 5/6 adults unless elbow to elbow on the settees. I think another chair is needed as I had to sit at one of the kitchen chairs pretty much of the time which wasn’t comfortable. The garden - seating area etc would be nice in spring / summer time.

    Reviewed by PaulaDec 2018

  • "The cottage is excellent - spacious, well-appointed, relaxing and comfortable."

    It is very easy to access nearby York (especially using the park and ride).

    Reviewed by LucyNov 2018

  • "Fantastic cottage."

    A touch of luxury really helps make a holiday. Great location - easy to get to so many attractions both within York and further afield. Great garden space with open views and grass area for youngsters. Highly recommend.

    Reviewed by ChristineOct 2018

  • "The cottage was very welcoming with an arrival basket and the owner coming out to greet us."

    It was a beautifully presented cottage, very spacious, clean and very well equipped. Location was ideal for getting anywhere and literally two miles from park and ride into York. The owners should be very proud of what they have achieved. We throughly enjoyed our stay.

    Reviewed by BarbaraOct 2018

  • "Lovely clean cottage in great order with good quality furniture and comfy beds."

    Great location for York - rural setting but 5 mins from park & ride. Lovely host. Great laundry facilities, great heating and hot water Only downside is that WiFi reception was spotty, the cottage needs its own access point rather than having to connect to the one in the house.

    Reviewed by BenSep 2018

  • "Very comfortable cottage, a home from home, ideally located for the city of York."

    Ideal for two couples or a larger family. Secure parking and only an hour's drive to Whitby. Highly recommended ++++.

    Reviewed by ColinSep 2018

  • "What an amazing find."

    The cottage was beautiful and had absolutely everything you would need. It has all been very well thought out and having the tea bags and milk waiting was such a nice touch. The bathroom's are lovely and the garden is perfect for the children. They loved being able to see the cows over the fence, they were our holiday pets. We can't wait to come back next year.

    Reviewed by KateAug 2018

  • "Lovely cottage, well fitted and all to a high standard."

    Only negative- It was on a really busy road, which could put some holiday makers off, but this made access to local attractions easy...so you cant have it both ways and tbh you don't notice the noise because of the position of the barn. The garden at the back of the cottage was a great size and really nice. The outlook over the farmers fields was beautiful, we really enjoyed watching the cows go about their day. The decking could do with a bit of updating and some of the outdoor pots needed a bit of TLC, but this didn't in anyway hamper the quality of our stay. We would definitely book this cottage again.

    Reviewed by AdamAug 2018

  • "Fantastic location."

    Accommodation was a real home from home.

    Reviewed by MelanieJun 2018

  • "A wonderful holiday barn conversion on a small farm 6miles from York centre, or 2miles from Grimston Park and Ride."

    Set back from the main road (can hear some traffic when it is quiet), views over to a private garden and then fields. Accommodation well laid out, two big bathrooms - can be split by an interlocking door. Lovely, clean and warm. Everything you need for a base to get all around Yorkshire.

    Reviewed by BrianMar 2018

  • "Beautiful cottage with stunning views made even better by the snow."

    The pictures online don't due this cottage justice. Really enjoyed our stay. Would highly recommend.

    Reviewed by MattFeb 2018

  • "Great location, close to park and ride which took us straight into York centre."

    The cottage was spotless, comfortable and well equipped (the basket of goodies was an added bonus and much appreciated). One of the nicest we've stayed in!

    Reviewed by SarahOct 2017

  • "Conveint location close to the York park and ride and Pocklington."

    Very Clean and comfortable with a well equipped kitchen.Lovely private garden .

    Reviewed by JulieApr 2017

  • "FAB. Fabulous, Amazing."

    Beautifull. What more can I say. Thank you.

    Reviewed by DeliaMar 2017

  • "Fab accommodation fab location , only negative I would have was early departure ..."

    Fab accommodation fab location , only negative I would have was early departure as you had to vacate propert by 10am I do appreciate they need to get it ready fir the next holiday maker but I would suggest if possible this be changed to 11am this give you that little extra time to get organised and have breakfast before leaving especially if you have a long journey home , but overall we loved this property

    Reviewed by DebraOct 2016

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Summary

  • Mostly ground floor
  • Three bedrooms with TV: 1 x king-size double, 1 x twin with en-suite bath, shower over, basin and WC leading to 1 x mezzanine double (accessed via spiral staircase)
  • Shower room with shower, basin and WC
  • Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
  • External utility.
  • Oil central heating
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine and tumble dryer in utility, dishwasher, 4 x TVs with Freeview, WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Cot and highchair
  • Off road parking for 3 cars
  • Lawned garden with patio and BBQ
  • Sorry, no pets and no smoking
  • Shops and pub 1 mile
  • Note: Mezzanine double is accessed via a spiral staircase.Note: Property does not accept commercial bookings, accepts holiday rentals only.

The property

York 5 miles.

Situated on the owners' working livestock farm in a rural location, is this stunning detached barn conversion near the village of Kexby in North Yorkshire.

Set mostly on the ground floor, this cottage is in an ideal location for families and friends wishing to explore one of the most beautiful parts of the country.

The decor in the cottage combines original features with contemporary touches all cleverly designed to make your stay comfortable and luxurious.

There is an open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area, along with three bedrooms.

These consist of a king-size double, a double with exposed beams on a mezzanine floor, which is reached by a spiral staircase from the twin bedroom, which intern has its own en-suite bathroom.

This superb cottage has a lovely lawned garden complete with barbecue and picnic area, which overlooks fields, providing a very private aspect and the perfect place to relax with a refreshing drink, whilst planning the next day’s adventures.

There is a wealth of things to do in the area, with the wonderful city of York only five miles away and there's a bonus of a park and ride facility only a five minute drive away from this lovely cottage.

York has a plethora of visitor attractions such as the iconic York Minster, the Jorvik Viking Centre, the Shambles, Castle Museum, Clifford's Tower, National Railway Museum and so much more you will have to return again and again!

Visits to the Howardian Hills, which form an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Castle Howard, the North York Moors, the Yorkshire Dales and the lovely Yorkshire coastline all make fabulous days out.

This superb cottage is an excellent touring base for exploring this fabulous part of the country.

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About the location

YORK

Howardian Hills AONB 14 miles; Leeds 25 miles; North York Moors National Park 25.4 miles.

The city of York needs no recommendation, for it teems with interest for the holidaymaker: the Minster, its medieval walls, boat trips on the River Ouse, York Races, museums(including the famous National Railway Museum and the Castle Museum), and the internationally-renowned Jorvik Viking Centre and its "time trip" experience. Summer and winter, there is something to fascinate the whole family. Explore York’s quaint streets and hidden corners, or take an excursion further afield to the Dales, Moors or the coastal resorts of Scarborough, Whitby and Filey. Yorkshire is rich in stately homes, with Harewood House and Castle Howard just two of several within an hour’s drive. A cycling city boasting two theatres, character pubs and great shopping, York has it all.

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This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas