Knayton House Cottage

Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Pets No
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Features

Open fire
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher

Reviews

50 Customer Review(s)

Susanna
August 2018

“The nicest holiday cottage I have ever stayed in.”

There was great attention to detail and everything was immaculate and very comfortable. The (not so) little extras were a lovely surprise - ie a welcome hamper with fruit, cake, bread, butter. Everything was of the best quality, nothing skimped. We also enjoyed a lovely garden and a very quiet environment. The cottage was ideally placed for many, many attractions, which were accessible by good roads. We were in the middle of lovely countryside, and though there were no shops, this was not a ...

There was great attention to detail and everything was immaculate and very comfortable. The (not so) little extras were a lovely surprise - ie a welcome hamper with fruit, cake, bread, butter. Everything was of the best quality, nothing skimped. We also enjoyed a lovely garden and a very quiet environment. The cottage was ideally placed for many, many attractions, which were accessible by good roads. We were in the middle of lovely countryside, and though there were no shops, this was not a problem, as there is a thriving and pretty market town nearby. Altogether a very good place to stay.

- Susanna, August 2018
Gilda August 2017

“An exceptional holiday cottage in a pretty village.”

Easy access to points of interest. Well deserving of its 5 stars. Not to be missed!

- Gilda, August 2017
Julia August 2017

“We found both the cottage and the garden lovely.”

All in perfect order, clean and cosy. David and Sue also left us lots of things like bread and coffee etc. I would certainly recomend this cottage.

- Julia, August 2017
Paul June 2017

“We stayed at Knayton house cottage with a 2 year old and six month old in June and we didn't want to leave.”

The photos do not do it justice! Sue and David were so welcoming and provided the most beautiful welcome hamper of delicious fruit, bread, scones ad home made jam! We often holiday in cottages due to the children and this was by far the best we have ever stayed in. They have thought of everything, it was like a home from home. Beautifully furnished through out and spotlessly clean. We will definitely return and have already recommended to friend and family. The village pub is very welcoming with very good food and beer, you must book though they are popular!

- Paul, June 2017
Jean July 2016

“This is an exceptional property - well worth the high Tourist Board rating.”

- Jean, July 2016
Jean July 2015

“Our second visit to Knayton.”

A lovely well furnished cottage with friendly owners, a real home from home.

- Jean, July 2015
Christine September 2014

“The cottage was fabulous, everything that you required was there.”

Central to get to all locations in the area and the local pub in the village was excellent with fabulous food. Would highly recommend this cottage for a break.

- Christine, September 2014
Lynda July 2014

“Knayton Cottage is simply beautiful, an ideal place to stay for relaxation, exploring the surrounding areas, and getting away from the day to day business of life.”

My family and I have stayed twice now, and this was the first time with our grandchildren , who also loved the house, garden, nature on the doorstep, and the resident cat. Both times we have not been disappointed with the Cottage and the overall friendliness and hospitality of the owner. We definately look forward to coming again.

- Lynda, July 2014
Teresa May 2014

“A fantastic property in great location.”

The hosts were terrific.

- Teresa, May 2014
Jim September 2013

“We loved the cottage!”

We liked the quiet, peaceful, neat village and the location worked very well for us.

- Jim, September 2013
Aine August 2013

“The house was absolutely beautiful, very well equipped and in a great location for getting to the national park, the coast and York.”

We also did some walks from the front door, which was lovely.

- Aine, August 2013
Liz July 2013

“A lovely cottage in a quiet village, but access very easy to a huge number of places.”

- Liz, July 2013
Beth March 2013

“The whole place was immaculately furnished and the attention to detail was outstanding.”

- Beth, March 2013
Kelly February 2013

“A lovely cottage, with a warm welcome from the owners.”

- Kelly, February 2013
Jean September 2012

“The house was spotless and well furnished with instruction leaflets for everything in the kitchen Masses of information about places to visit including maps of the area.”

Lots of books and games for wet days. One of the best holiday cottages we have ever stayed in, located just a few minutes from a main road yet in a quiet rural location.

- Jean, September 2012
Jessica June 2012

“The garden was really beautiful and the cottage itself had a unique and authentic feel, perfect for the area!”

- Jessica, June 2012
Emma November 2011

“An outstanding property!”

A home-from-home.

- Emma, November 2011
Alan October 2011

“We received a fantastic welcome pack on arrival and a warm welcome from the owners.”

Our 3rd time at this property!

- Alan, October 2011
Steve October 2011

“The cottage is wonderful and we will no doubt be going back there again.”

- Steve, October 2011
Robert September 2011

“Beautiful cottage & great location!”

- Robert, September 2011
Steve June 2011

“A really lovely cottage, the owners have obviously put a huge amount of work into renovations & continue to maintain very high standards.”

Very central for visiting many attractions.

- Steve, June 2011
0 0 March 2011

“Highest standard of cottage that we have ever stayed in with lots of lovely extras.”

This made our stay even more comfortable.

- 0 0, March 2011
Deirdre March 2011

“The proximity to York - a wonderful city and Minster.”

- Deirdre, March 2011
Lars Grangaard February 2011

“This is our second time in Knayton House Cottage.”

Our favourite among Sykes cottages. Very good location for exploring "The James Herriot Country". Just one mile east and your up in the North York Moors and lots of scenic drives.

- Lars Grangaard, February 2011
Amanda October 2010

“Everything!”

We love this area of Yorkshire and the cottage was the best we'd stayed in. The cottage has been renovated and furnished to the highest standard. Most importantly, it is rented out by the owners with great generosity of spirit; this shows with all the attention to detail and thoughtful extras throughout.

- Amanda, October 2010
John October 2010

“Everything was of the highest standard reflecting the attitude of the owners to offer only the best to their guests.”

We felt very welcome and specially spoilt.

- John, October 2010
Kim September 2010

“Peaceful and relaxing week in a very well equipped (high spec), spotlessly clean cottage; which is why it is five star (welcome basket, flowers, toiletries etc).”

Beautiful bathroom and beds VERY comfy! Warm welcome from owners.

- Kim, September 2010
Thomas July 2010

“Easy booking, easy handling, warmly welcome, wonderful cottage, highest standard, everything was perfect.”

Thanks a lot.

- Thomas, July 2010
George July 2009

“Lovely well presented cottage.”

Great position for both the Yorkshire Moors and Dales. It allowed us to have a wider option for things to do and see.

- George, July 2009
Stuart June 2009

“The property, location & weather were excellent.”

- Stuart, June 2009
Graham June 2009

“Wonderful location and central to both The Dales and The Moors.”

A beautiful cottage and very friendly people.

- Graham, June 2009
Richard April 2009

“Cottage is in a quiet location but with easy access to main routes for touring a wide area.”

- Richard, April 2009
Juliet April 2009

“Good location, the cottage was immaculate and had everything we needed.”

The owners were very helpful and the welcome pack was much appreciated, as were the many added touches that made us feel very much at home. Without doubt, the best holiday cottage we have stayed in!

- Juliet, April 2009
Patricia January 2009

“The cottage was comfy and cosy and, as the weather was very cold, this was welcome”

- Patricia, January 2009
Ann October 2008

“Cottage was lovely.”

Location was very good. I love Yorkshire.

- Ann, October 2008
Lars Grangaard September 2008

“It was a very nice base to explore the eastern parts of Yorkshire.”

Very quiet surroundings. Just what you needed to relax from everyday life.

- Lars Grangaard, September 2008
Mary August 2008

“The owners were very welcoming and helpful.”

The house was immaculate and very comfortable. Lovely beds, wonderful bathroom and everything you could want in the kitchen. Overall, the best holiday cottage I have ever stayed in.

- Mary, August 2008
Dylan August 2008

“We loved this cottage - especially the bath!”

The location was very peaceful, and just what we needed, while still being ideally situated for access to plenty of attractions.

- Dylan, August 2008
Alan July 2008

“Spotlessly clean throughout, well located.”

Excellent quality of all fitments and crockery etc. Really smart property which we shall return to one day soon. Completely deserving of the 5 stars it has.

- Alan, July 2008
Britta July 2008

“First of all, the cottage is very good.”

Everything was clean, and in the kitchen was a welcome basket with bread and biscuits, butter and milk. We can recommend Knayton House Cottage warmly.

- Britta, July 2008
Malcolm July 2008

“The cottage and welcome, including a number of well thought out touches from the owners, could not have been better!”

We felt thoroughly at home and the cottage well deserves its 5 star rating.

- Malcolm, July 2008
Andrew April 2008

“We appreciated the 'welcome pack' that the owners left in the cottage.”

The cottage was very warm & we did not need to use the wood burner which was located in the lounge. The owners had also left a wide range of DVD's & CD's which would have suited most tastes. Everything was clean & tidy & no expense had been spared.

- Andrew, April 2008
Ruth November 2007

“A warm, welcoming and beautifully presented cottage in an excellent location for visiting both the North Yorks Moors and the Yorkshire Dales, not to mention York itself.”

Friendly and helpful owners living next door. Little extra touches - eg bread, milk and butter in the fridge - were much appreciated.

- Ruth, November 2007
Roger October 2007

“The cottage was beautifully presented, immaculate, well equipped, comfortable and cosy.”

It was ideally located for visiting surrounding areas. We would highly recommend this cottage.

- Roger, October 2007
Sheila September 2007

“Good location on edge of Moors.”

Cottage well equipped and newly decorated, furnished in mix of old and new.

- Sheila, September 2007
Roman August 2007

“...the cottage was perfect for us, and the owner very friendly and polite”

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- Roman, August 2007
Ian July 2007

“Very good high grade accommodation.”

Good information supplied on areas of interest and information booklet describing facilities etc very helpful. Very lucky with weather which always helps.

- Ian, July 2007
Lynda July 2007

“This property was excellent in all categories.”

The owners were very helpful, Knayton Village was peaceful and beautiful. Also it was very well situated for touring many attractions. Highly recommend to family and friends.

- Lynda, July 2007
Frank March 2007

“The friendly owners gave us a warm welcome and were very helpful.”

The rooms were great and also the atmosphere of the house. We´ll return!

- Frank, March 2007
D February 2007

“A beautiful, extremely well equipped cottage in a peaceful yet convenient location.”

As the first guests we felt somewhat honoured!! The owners were friendly, helpful and handy being only next door. We plan to return for a longer break. The lounge is very spacious and the fire beautiful in the evenings. The cottage has been finished to a very high standard and we found it to be one of the best we have ever stayed in!!

- D, February 2007

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The property

A charming stone-built, semi-detached cottage, nestling in a quiet position in the peaceful village of Knayton, just 5 miles from Thirsk.

Awarded a 5-star Gold Award by the Tourist Board, this spacious cottage was once part of a larger Georgian house.

This cottage seamlessly combines many original features with a high standard of furnishings to provide very comfortable accommodation, boasting a lovely country kitchen with beautiful limestone flag flooring, a roll-top bath in the bathroom and a large sitting room with exposed beams and woodburning stove.

Just a few yards from the old village green and the local village pub, the area is ideal for those wishing to get away from it all, whilst the nearby town of Thirsk with its range of amenities is just a short drive away.

An ideal touring base for those wishing to explore the coastal resorts of Whitby and Scarborough, the Yorkshire Dales, the North York Moors and the magnificent old city of York, this great retreat offers guests a great holiday home in which to relax at any time of year!

Summary

Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin with adjoining dressing room
Bathroom with bath with shower over, basin and WC
Fitted kitchen
Dining room
Spacious sitting room with woodburner
Small entrance hall.
Oil central heating with woodburner
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, TV, DVD, radio/CD player, iPod dock, library of books/games/DVDs
Fuel, power and starter pack of fuel for woodburner inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Roadside parking for two cars on quiet road
Enclosed front and rear gardens with garden furniture and BBQ
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop 5 miles, pub 1 min walk.

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About the location

KNAYTON

Thirsk 5 miles.

The peaceful village of Knayton sits on a small hillside on the edge of the Vale of York, quietly nestling between the Hambleton Hills to the east and the Yorkshire Dales to the west. Built around the village green, this lovely village boasts an excellent local pub and good walking and cycling opportunities in the surrounding countryside. Just 7 miles away is the market town of Northallerton, offering excellent shops and a weekly market, whilst Thirsk is just 5 miles to the south, boasting a famous racecourse as well as a cobbled market square and quaint little alleyways awash with cosy teashops and lovely little delicatessens. With the historic cathedral cities of York and Ripon also within easy reach, this great area has something for everyone.

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Reviews

“The nicest holiday cottage I have ever stayed in.”

“An exceptional holiday cottage in a pretty village.”

“We found both the cottage and the garden lovely.”

“We stayed at Knayton house cottage with a 2 year old and six month old in June and we didn't want to leave.”

“This is an exceptional property - well worth the high Tourist Board rating.”

“Our second visit to Knayton.”

“The cottage was fabulous, everything that you required was there.”

“Knayton Cottage is simply beautiful, an ideal place to stay for relaxation, exploring the surrounding areas, and getting away from the day to day business of life.”

“A fantastic property in great location.”

“We loved the cottage!”

“The house was absolutely beautiful, very well equipped and in a great location for getting to the national park, the coast and York.”

“A lovely cottage in a quiet village, but access very easy to a huge number of places.”

“The whole place was immaculately furnished and the attention to detail was outstanding.”

“A lovely cottage, with a warm welcome from the owners.”

“The house was spotless and well furnished with instruction leaflets for everything in the kitchen Masses of information about places to visit including maps of the area.”

“The garden was really beautiful and the cottage itself had a unique and authentic feel, perfect for the area!”

“An outstanding property!”

“We received a fantastic welcome pack on arrival and a warm welcome from the owners.”

“The cottage is wonderful and we will no doubt be going back there again.”

“Beautiful cottage & great location!”

“A really lovely cottage, the owners have obviously put a huge amount of work into renovations & continue to maintain very high standards.”

“Highest standard of cottage that we have ever stayed in with lots of lovely extras.”

“The proximity to York - a wonderful city and Minster.”

“This is our second time in Knayton House Cottage.”

“Everything!”

“Everything was of the highest standard reflecting the attitude of the owners to offer only the best to their guests.”

“Peaceful and relaxing week in a very well equipped (high spec), spotlessly clean cottage; which is why it is five star (welcome basket, flowers, toiletries etc).”

“Easy booking, easy handling, warmly welcome, wonderful cottage, highest standard, everything was perfect.”

“Lovely well presented cottage.”

“The property, location & weather were excellent.”

“Wonderful location and central to both The Dales and The Moors.”

“Cottage is in a quiet location but with easy access to main routes for touring a wide area.”

“Good location, the cottage was immaculate and had everything we needed.”

“The cottage was comfy and cosy and, as the weather was very cold, this was welcome”

“Cottage was lovely.”

“It was a very nice base to explore the eastern parts of Yorkshire.”

“The owners were very welcoming and helpful.”

“We loved this cottage - especially the bath!”

“Spotlessly clean throughout, well located.”

“First of all, the cottage is very good.”

“The cottage and welcome, including a number of well thought out touches from the owners, could not have been better!”

“We appreciated the 'welcome pack' that the owners left in the cottage.”

“A warm, welcoming and beautifully presented cottage in an excellent location for visiting both the North Yorks Moors and the Yorkshire Dales, not to mention York itself.”

“The cottage was beautifully presented, immaculate, well equipped, comfortable and cosy.”

“Good location on edge of Moors.”

“...the cottage was perfect for us, and the owner very friendly and polite”

“Very good high grade accommodation.”

“This property was excellent in all categories.”

“The friendly owners gave us a warm welcome and were very helpful.”

“A beautiful, extremely well equipped cottage in a peaceful yet convenient location.”

The property

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About the location

KNAYTON