Crooked Cottage

Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Pets Yes
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Features

Open fire
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Games Room
Broadband / WiFi

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* Based on a combined average customer score over the last 3 months

26 Customer Review(s)

“Lovely little cottage, perfect to use as a base for a relaxing break or walking holiday.”

- Miss Morton, February 2020
“Lovely area and interesting places to see.”

- Mrs Manistre, January 2020
“A wonderful cottage - the ideal place for a relaxing and peaceful break.”

We couldn't fault it. Our only disappointment is that we had to come home. We shall certainly return.

- Mr English, December 2019
“The Crooked cottage is fab!”

Central for shops or a stroll to the pub with good walks across the woods behind the house. The bed and sofa were both very comfy and the Christmas tree was special. With extras such as fab fruit cake and a full decanter with cute little glasses just added the finishing touch to a great beak away. Would highly recommend to anyone.

- Mrs Newcombe, December 2019
“Homely cosy cottage, with nice touches with eggs and cake, and in a very convenient location.”

- Mr Payne, December 2019
“Homely cottage with a great deal of character.”

Very clean and welcoming.

- Mr Savage, October 2019
“The cottage was a fabulous place to stay.”

Lovely welcoming touches in a fascinating cottage. Enjoyable evenings in front of the fire. Would recommend and a place we would stay again

- Mr Smith, October 2019
“What a fabulous cottage.”

Loved how quirky it was. We only stayed over a couple of nights so that we could visit the North York Moors Railway for their Steam Gala. Enjoyed coming back to the cottage in the evening. It was well equipped, cosy and surprisingly spacious.

- Mrs Unsworth, September 2019
“Lovely cottage, comfortable (especially the bed).”

We hardly used the lounge, not because it was not comfortable but two flights of stairs if you want to top your glass was a bit of a pain, however the upside was that we watched little television and spent time reading and doing a jigsaw which is what a holiday is for! The sitting out area was smaller than I expected and even though it was pleasant it does not get the sun. There is are lovely walks behind the cottage into Manor Vale Woods for long or short walks, handy for an evening stroll for the dog. The village had excellent amenities, a butchers, greengrocers, bakery, Indian, Chinese and chip shop as well as a Spar and Co-op and there is a larger Co-op and Lidl in Pickering (7 miles) for a bigger more varied shop. Lots to do in the area which makes the cottage ideal as a base. Jane (the owner) left us milk, cake and eggs, changed the linen after the first week and left us another 6 eggs.

- Mr Anderson, September 2019
“A great base for the North Yorkshire moors with everything you need in a comfortable and clean, beautiful cottage.”

- Mr Parker, August 2019
“Very Comfortable,welcoming and quaintly rustic cottage .”

Steep windy stairs may not be suitable for anybody elderly or inform. Owner had left several lovely welcome touches including free range eggs, milk and fruitcake . Lovely area with pubs and tea shops just around the corner and some very good local woodland walks. Area new to us and we enjoyed exploring York and Whitby and highly recommend the North Yorks Steam Railway at Pickering.

- Mrs Barker, May 2019
“Spent a smashing week in Kirkbymoorside as we have done for the last four years, unfortunately we had more than our fair share of rain, but it did not spoil our holiday or dampen the reception we received from all the local folk.”

We will be back next year................. Next year we will be looking closely at the staircases in the cottages, at our age it became a pain to go up and down two staircases to access the lounge from the kitchen dining area, especially as the staircases are narrow and twisty. (I can understand why there is a trap door in the ceiling.}

- Mr Keegan, May 2019
“Lovely Quaint little cottage, reminded us of our first home together with the steep windy stairs.”

Couple pieces of fruit cake left for our arrival, was delicious. Lovely place to stay easy access to explore nearby towns and villages, good walk just round the Corner in Manor Vale Wood. Would definitely come back again especially as its dog friendly. Thank you Lewis, Victoria & Blue the Whippet.

- Mr Kemp, April 2019
“We had an amazing stay at crooked cottage.”

Beautiful cottage in a great location. We loved the quirkiness of the cottage the kitchen down stairs with a yard outside, bedroom on middle floor with a very comfortable bed then sitting room on the top floor with mood lighting. Everything we needed was provided! Would definitely recommend and would stay here again

- Mrs Stirk, April 2019
“Loved the cottage”

- Mr Law, April 2019
“Helpful team at sykes and a sweet cottage in a good location, hope to be back.”

- Mrs Kitchen, April 2019
“We had a lovely break at Crooked Cottage - the cottage is furnished to a high standard and contained everything we needed.”

The location in Kirkbymoorside was a great base for visiting the Moors, the Howardian Hills and the coast. Would love to come back!

- Ms Clifton, April 2019
“Excellent little cottage, close to town centre but fairly quiet.”

Good facilities on offer in both the cottage and Kirkbymoorside. Parking not a problem - plenty of space in street outside.

- Mr Ginger, April 2019
“Crooked Cottage is cosy and welcoming it was an amazing week in a very comfy cottage”

- Mr Garrod, March 2019
“Crooked cottage is extremely authentic and tastefully decorated.”

Very comfortable and everything you could want from a country cottage. Back yard is ideal to let dog out into and a lovely space to sit too. Neighbors all friendly and helpful. Nearby walk for dog in woods. All pubs and shops very near. Lovely villages and towns in surrounding area. All rooms are spacious. Staircase is on the narrower side but did not concern us.

- Mrs Napier, March 2019
“Fantastic cottage, comfortable and cosy in a great location.”

Everything you would need in the cottage, had a lovely break.

- Mr Dewar, February 2019
“All was lovely .”

....a beautiful cottage that oozed with character .... Would certainly recommend to anybody fit enough to climb stairs.

- Mrs Hodnett, February 2019
“Beautiful cottage in a lovely village.”

We loved the top floor living area and our dog loved the elevated window views! Thank you!

- Miss Docherty, January 2019
“Lovely cottage in pretty Moors town.”

Loved the top floor sitting room and comfy bed

- Mr Johnstone, December 2018
“Convenient location for North Yorkshire’s attractions.”

The cottage was lovely and cosy - comfy bed after all the hiking! Nice little touches like a glass of port and fruit cake welcome, milk tea and fresh farm eggs were all appreciated.

- Mrs Chamberlin, September 2018
“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.

- Mr Nixon, August 2018
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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.

Summary

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.
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.

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About the location

KIRKBYMOORSIDE

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.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Lovely little cottage, perfect to use as a base for a relaxing break or walking holiday.”

“Lovely area and interesting places to see.”

“A wonderful cottage - the ideal place for a relaxing and peaceful break.”

“The Crooked cottage is fab!”

“Homely cosy cottage, with nice touches with eggs and cake, and in a very convenient location.”

“Homely cottage with a great deal of character.”

“The cottage was a fabulous place to stay.”

“What a fabulous cottage.”

“Lovely cottage, comfortable (especially the bed).”

“A great base for the North Yorkshire moors with everything you need in a comfortable and clean, beautiful cottage.”

“Very Comfortable,welcoming and quaintly rustic cottage .”

“Spent a smashing week in Kirkbymoorside as we have done for the last four years, unfortunately we had more than our fair share of rain, but it did not spoil our holiday or dampen the reception we received from all the local folk.”

“Lovely Quaint little cottage, reminded us of our first home together with the steep windy stairs.”

“We had an amazing stay at crooked cottage.”

“Loved the cottage”

“Helpful team at sykes and a sweet cottage in a good location, hope to be back.”

“We had a lovely break at Crooked Cottage - the cottage is furnished to a high standard and contained everything we needed.”

“Excellent little cottage, close to town centre but fairly quiet.”

“Crooked Cottage is cosy and welcoming it was an amazing week in a very comfy cottage”

“Crooked cottage is extremely authentic and tastefully decorated.”

“Fantastic cottage, comfortable and cosy in a great location.”

“All was lovely .”

“Beautiful cottage in a lovely village.”

“Lovely cottage in pretty Moors town.”

“Convenient location for North Yorkshire’s attractions.”

“Crooked Cottage was quirky, as advertised, and that was part of its charm.”

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KIRKBYMOORSIDE