“Crooked Cottage was quirky, as advertised, and that was part of its charm.”
It was very well prepared for our arrival, and we appreciated the fresh-cut flowers and the food and drink offerings that welcomed us. It was ideal for two, with a small back yard and table and chairs, surrounded by a bank of container flowers and some stone walling. A great retreat, and an opportunity to meet the neighbours, if you wish. Our one reservation about the cottage was the two flights of narrow stairs - plenty to hold on to, but possibly a challenge for the elderly, infirm or disabled.
The Cottage was ideally located in a quiet part of the village, but only two or three minutes' walk from shops and the King's Head Hotel, a friendly venue which serves excellent meals. Everyday needs are well served by the local shops, and the local pharmacy even sells "medicinal" wine! Kirkbymoorside is a delightful, characterful, historic small town with a Wednesday market. It attracts visitors, but is not inundated with them! It's also an ideal base for touring the North Yorkshire Moors and Whitby, where we commuted to the Folk festival a couple of times, and were able to park centrally - in peak season! - by arriving early and breakfasting there. It's a 45 minute drive, but passes quickly and pleasantly enough with so much moorland scenery to enjoy en route.
The property
A delightful, Grade II listed, stone cottage on the edge of the attractive market town of Kirkbymoorside in Yorkshire.
Set over three floors, Crooked Cottage has been lovingly refurbished to provide comfortable, well-equipped accommodation, ideal for couples.
Built in the mid-1700s, the property is full of character and charm with a slightly quirky and interesting layout.
The ground floor comprises a spacious farmhouse-style kitchen with feature fireplace and lovely window seat, while the comfortable sitting room, with open ceiling, exposed beams and open fire, sits atop the property on the second floor.
A small courtyard garden is ideal for an evening tipple or two, and a short walk takes guests into the centre of this interesting and lively old town.
With the 18-hole Kirkbymoorside Golf Club 0.25 miles away, and the stunning countryside of the North York Moors, traditional seaside towns of Whitby and Scarborough, and historic York all within easy reach, this is an ideal holiday base whatever the time of year.
Accommodation
Over three floors. One king-size double. Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC. Kitchen with dining area and gas fire. Second floor sitting room with open fire.
Amenities
- Gas central heating from gas fire in the kitchen (back boiler) and open fire in sitting room
- Gas cooker, microwave, fridge with ice box, washing machine
- TV with Freeview, DVD, radio/CD, WiFi
- Fuel, power & starter pack for open fire inc. in rent
- Bed linen & towels inc. in rent
- Outside lockable cycle store for boots/bikes
- Roadside parking at front of property
- Small patio garden with furniture & BBQ
- One well-behaved pet welcome
- Sorry, no smoking
- Pubs & shops 3 mins walk
- Note: Adults only at this property.
About the location
Pickering 6 miles; Helmsley 5 miles.
The attractive old market town of Kirkbymoorside lies on the edge of the North York Moors National Park, in between the towns of Helmsley and Pickering. It is a charming place, full of Yorkshire character, and is the centre for the local farms and villages. Visitors will find a variety of shops from tea rooms, pubs and restaurants to antique shops, while there is a market day on Wednesday. The excellent walking and magnificent scenery of the National Park are close by, as are the picturesque villages of Hutton-le-Hole and Lastingham. Pickering is the base of the North York Moors Steam Railway - a ‘must do’ day out for all visitors to the area. Castle Howard, York, Whitby and the Yorkshire Coast are within easy driving distance.
Note: Adults only at this property.
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute
- Christmas
