The Nail Shed

The cottage is absolutly beautiful, very modern, hosts greeted us and explained everything, if your,e looking for a lovely quiet break, we cant reccomend this enough, its a credit to the owners.

Thanks for a lovely peaceful holiday.

It’s our second time at The Nail Shed Cottage because it is just perfect.

The layout of the cottage is spot on. We love the bath. It’s so comfortable and very clean. It’s a perfect base to go visit the coast. Whitby, Robin Hoods bay, Cayton Bay and Scarborough and where we went with our little dog. The village is so quiet and sleepy. Fabulous views driving round the area. Would definitely recommend for a few days R and R.

Lovely relaxing stay, the nail shed is very peaceful and so quiet being situated out in the country side.

The facilities were top notch and the home was very clean. I would recommend to anyone that wants to get away for a couple of nights. There was plenty to do as only being a 20 min drive from the coast (Cayton bay - dog friendly & Scarborough).

Fantastic stay would recommend.

The property itself is gorgeous.

Situated in a picturesque small town that feels more like the south of France than Yorkshire. The property owners were lovely, they were polite and present without being over-bearing. The bed was comfy, the free standing bath is gorgeous and honestly no other notes.

A lovely property in a peaceful setting, very clean , well equipped and comfortable, our hosts were very friendly, would recommend this property without a doubt.

Our landlady couldn’t do enough for us sending a message before our arrival.

Absolutely amazing very clean comfortable furniture beautiful scenery and the people that owned it were very friendly we are going back next year

Really enjoyed our stay at The Nail Shed.

Perfect location.

Wow!

I can’t praise this property enough. It was just perfect. The property is so well appointed and has everything you need. The open plan downstairs is so bright, welcoming and well thought out. The sofa is comfortable and the dining table plenty big enough for two. The kitchen has everything you need (no dishwasher but washing up for 2 is hardly a chore). The bathroom is delightful especially with the option of the dimmed lights over the bath giving a very peaceful atmosphere. Upstairs the bed is so comfortable and the view out of the window over the chickens and fields is lovely. Be prepared to stoop slightly getting out of bed as the ceiling slopes either side of the bed but this just adds to the character and charm of the property. The staircase leading up is stunning, so beautifully crafted. Outside there is a little patio area that is a lovely sun trap. It was so peaceful sitting out there, nothing to hear but the birds. The owners were so friendly and welcoming. This property is well worth a visit if peace and quiet is what you are looking for. Plenty to go and visit in the surrounding area. We WILL be back.

What a delightful place The Old Nail Shed is.

.. it has been beautifully designed and decorated, with just enough quirky to be interesting but not overpowering! Underfloor heating is lovely, giving constant gentle heat, beautiful fluffy towels and soft comfy bedding and plentiful parking right by the garden gate. What's to not like? Although it is in a village, it is almost silent there (it was November, after all!) so a really quiet and peaceful get-away for us. It was also lovely that there were essential consumables provided - enough loo roll for the duration of our stay, a bottle of bubble bath, tea, coffee (for the coffee machine) sugar and oil. All essentials and lovely that they are provided, although I do always take these things because most holiday cottages do not provide them. Such lovely, thoughtful and welcoming touches by hosts that really care about their guests. The only issue is that we are a bit too tall for the building... our problem and nothing to do with the quality or comfort of the accommodation. We wouldn't hesitate to return to The Old Nail Shed.

Our stay at the nail shed was spot on just what you need for a relaxing break you could a pin drop it was so quiet .

We go away nearly every year in november to get our little dog away from the sound of fireworks which really distress him and the nail shed suited him just fine . Its a beautiful cottage there is everything you need its a real home from home , tastefully decorated just so cosy . Amanda the owner along with her husband are really nice pleasent people . So yeah if you want peace and quiet and a cosy beautiful place to stay give it a go you wont be dissapointed .

Loved it great little hideaway for two and our furry friend.

Couldn't fault it, Amanda and Matthew very friendly and helpful hosts. We won't hesitate to revisit in the future, enjoyed every minute of our stay. Diane & Doug

The cottage was very much as described although sofa and stool had been changed.

Sofa a little too upright but fine for husband. Bed very comfortable bathroom luxurious. Hanging space due to sloped ceilings was restricted and the only 2 plug points were in the wardrobe. I did have 2 sets of extension leads which I always take so it was doable. The wall surrounding the outdoor space was not as high as expected the photo was not showing it was it high enough to screen us from the car park and other accommodation. Had the pub been open it would not have been private especially with the amazing high windows. However the owners were super friendly and helpful.

Stunning cottage and area, great walks and amazing access for local areas.

We had car trouble on way and owner was very kind and considerate, kept checking we was OK. Beautiful cottage and very well maintained, only downfall is bedroom furniture was too low for me to access due to low ceiling, but certainly does not put me of for return. Bed really comfortable. Just amazing place pity I could only give 5stars, I would give double if I could. Thank you so much for letting a beautiful place, well done keep up the good work and hope to see you soon. Julie, Mick and Olive the dog.

Absolutely fabulous find the nail shed is a great place to stay, friendly picturesque village with people selling local produce for coppers on your door step with an honesty box.

The nail shed itself is cozy comfortable beautifully decorated ideal base for visiting the coastal areas and great places to walk the fog around the village. 10/10

Warm welcome on arrival, owners on hand if needed, property was fantastic with everything we needed including a great TV with all the smart features you'll need, and an amazing bath that the wife rarely vacated!

Great access to towns, beaches and countryside - and the best butcher we've ever visited just down the road. Thanks for an amazing stay :-)

A really charming little place and a lovely peaceful base for our stay.

It had what we needed, though a few small touches like a bit of milk and a few more coffee pods would have been appreciated. It was mostly clean but could benefit from a deeper clean in places. Overall, a comfortable and cosy spot.

The Nail Shed was a fantastic find!

What a beautiful place, so well finished with an eye for detail. Some lovely touches and everything you need. Good parking, lovey owners. The village is small and quiet, just the job for a relaxing break. 30 minutes from the coast, the N Yorks Moors or 15 mins from Dalby Forrest . Would be happy to go back there easily.

The Nail Shed was just as described, cosy, modern and comfortable.

The Nail Shed is located in a peaceful village, where the most noise you hear is bird sound.

Ideal location for lovely walks and close enough to coast for days out. The village of Sawdon does not have any facilities such as shops or a local pub which was perfect for us as we wanted to get away from the rat race. The property is nicely decorated and is lovely and warm. If you are looking to get away from it all this is the cottage for you.

Beautiful little cottage in a peaceful & quiet location.

Really comfy bed & the kitchen well equipped. Owners really friendly & helpful but in no way obtrusive. My only suggestion would be to put a shelf in the bathroom to put toiletries on - ended up putting them on the kitchen side which wasn't a problem but made the place look untidy. Would not stop us visiting again & definitely plan to return. Thank you! xx

Fab little place, we visited in November and it was warm, cosy and welcoming.

Everything you need and good hosts who keep in touch. Recommended

It was such a wonderful find!

So peaceful and such a beautiful property too. We loved it! Highly recommend.

Absolutely brilliant stay, loved every minute of it!

The Nail Shed is a lovely cottage, perfect for 2, plenty of space, clean, comfy, warm,.

We've been to quite a few cottages over the years & this has got to be in our top 10. This was our second visit, very relaxing week, in a lovely quiet village, walks from the door or only a few miles up the road Wykeham Woods plenty of walks.

A beautiful home in a really peaceful village, we had a wonderful week, everything we needed was here, it was cosy we felt totally relaxed.

The village is close to Scarborough which is perfect for stocking up on supplies. Matthew welcomed us on arrival and was on hand if we needed any advise, and thank you for our bubbly, very welcome after our drive.

Absolutely loved the Nail Shed and the surrounding area and great host we will go back again

Fabulous stay at the Nail Shed

Really enjoyed our stay at the nail shed.

Although the pub was closed we were offered drinks every evening which was a lovely gesture. The bed was very comfy, kitchen well equipped for self catering. Coffee machine was a very nice touch. If anything I would just say there isn’t any signal and the WiFi for us didn’t work at all really. But we thoroughly enjoyed staying there :) will be back if in the area

The Nail Shed, was very nice, pretty well everything you would need for your stay.

Clean comfy & warm. Just about 3 miles up the road, Wykeham Forest, plenty of parking & loads of easy walks. Go to the Anvil Inn to eat, (they don't open on Sunday, Monday or Tuesday) a very nice pub & the food just perfect, book a table, they were pretty busy every night, all the staff very good & friendly. All very good, infact we are going back at the end of September, looking forward to it already.

Small and cosy cottage in a quiet location.

Good starting point for excursions to York and the seaside resorts, also for cycle tours. Attached pub with very good food.

Lovely place had everything we needed for our stay It was in an ideal location, easy to get to the places we wanted to go and see , we had dinner in the pub a couple of times and I’d recommend it the food was delicious , we will definitely rebook again next time we come to Yorkshire x

Everything you need from a short break, lovely surroundings real comfortable cottage with everything you need provided.

The hosts were fantastic and the pub and restaurant is literally twenty paces from your doorstep serving great food and beer. So quiet and tranquil. We will definitely visit again. Ten out of ten.

Absolutely beautiful place!

Very comfortable, warm, cosy and perfect for us and our dog. Had a brilliant, relaxing four days visiting the local seasides and enjoyed walks around the little village. Owners very welcoming and friendly. Can’t wait to return!

A lovely relaxing holiday the owners were vdry friendly and couldnt do enough for you.

Thankyou for a lovely 50th wedding anniversary week hope to come back in the future Kind regards Lynne and John

Everything you could ask for on a short stay, comfy and clean.

Nothing to fault will be recommending.

Perfect.

The hosts who work in the pub made our stay. We dined there for a night, the food was fantastic and the drinks were flowing but the company of the hosts made it all the more better! The accommodation itself was fab, exactly as shown in the photos. Would certainly recommend and if not for a stay then at the least a visit to the restaurant/pub, so impressed by how welcoming and kind they were. Location is good out the way of the busy town so nice and quiet but close enough to beaches and touristy areas. Overall 5 star great value for money also. Could sit here all day talking about our stay it was just brilliant

Great little property Hosts very helpful and food from the Pub excellent Will be returning

This little beauty is perfect get away for a couple and may be their dog.

We had a lovely time for my birthday a few days before Christmas. It’s all lovely. Perfect freestanding bath. Costly underfloor heating. Fantastic curtains and blinds. I couldn’t find fault with anything. Maybe if you are 6 ft you may bump your head in the bedroom. The bed is comfy. The lounge has smart TV. Next door is the most lovely pub with fantastic food. The host is the nicest guy and lives at the pub. Great base for coastal visits. Can’t praise it enough. All good. Honesty is the best policy.

Had a lovely stay at the Nail Shed celebrating our wedding anniversary.

We were impressed with the facilities. The underfloor heating throughout was lovely. The kitchen was well stocked and the cottage is beautifully furnished. The owners were welcoming and we enjoyed our welcome drinks in the Anvil Inn adjacent to the property. We ate there on both nights of our stay and have to say the fillet steaks were delicious and cooked to perfection. The pub has a cosy feel to it with wood burning stoves in each room. We travelled with our dog and the owner was helpful in suggesting local walks. We visited Cayton Bay which was a beautiful unspoilt stretch of sand for him to run around on. If I was to provide any constructive criticism it would be that the hanging area in the wardrobes could do with being a little higher and I also think the listing could be expanded to include things like hairdryer, tea, coffee provided as these were things I packed unnecessarily as I couldn’t be sure from the listing. I also think as it’s a pet friendly cottage, the provision of dog bowls for food and water might be welcome (I forgot to pack these but have found them provided previously!). Very minor niggles but all in all a wonderful stay.

Brilliant cottage so well appointed was immaculately clean when we arrived, had every thing we needed.

The owners were friendly and welcoming and made the stay a real pleasure.

We received a very warm welcome and were made to feel very much at home.

Our hosts were generous, eg. we enjoyed a pint on the house, and were treated one evening to fish and chips. Nothing was too much trouble, for example, when we had a problem with the TV our host came over immediately and fixed it for us. We had a wonderful stay and would recommend the Nail Shed as a holiday venue unreservedly.

Great weekend lovely hosts nice food all in all no complaints whatsoever

An amazing cottage, ideal country retreat with lots of lovely walks, accessible to Scarborough, Whitby and Pickering.

The team at the Anvil Inn were caring and looked after us so well, option of eating when the pub is open, with amazing food. The accommodation was spotless with everything we needed. Dog friendly too

The cottage is in a nice quiet village which we loved.

Parking was great. The hosts were amazing great advice of what villages to go visit. There restaurant is very nice. I would highly recommend having food there . Fish , Scampi and steak was lovely. Sawdon village is a good base to go out exploring the coast of Yorkshire. Some of the village have lovely tea rooms as well.

great location, cottage owners really look after you and make you feel very welcome.

A beautiful cottage nipping clean Ideally situated for visiting local attractions Owners were very welcoming and the anvil pub served delicious home cooked food Would highly recommend

Although small and 'bejou' the Nail Shed was a wonderful little cottage and together with The Anvil Inn supplied a superb little nook away from it all.

On Mondays and Tuesdays the pub/restaurant is closed and it was just so quiet, which was a welcome change for us urbanites. You will need a car to explore because it is quite literally the middle of the countryside. We travelled over the wonderful North York Moors to Whitby, in the opposite direction to York and the minster (well worth it!!). Next, the restaurant at The Anvil Inn - what can I say, we were welcomed by our hosts who made us feel like VIPs, but more importantly the food... Steak 10/10, Fish and Chips 10/10 and finally the 'proper' Scampi 12/10. Our Monday to Friday stay was terrific and we returned to our 24/7 hectic lives much refreshed. Thank you to our hosts.

We were pleasantly surprised with the quality of the accommodation, the location, the ambience and friendlyness of the host.

We would highly recommend.

Brilliant location for surrounding area.

Great pub and very friendly owner. Nothing is to much problem for them. Would definitely recommend and will be back.