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Robin Cottage

(Ref. 1119942)

Pickering, North York Moors & Coast Show on map

4.3

Sykes rating

  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets No

Features

  • Garden / Patio
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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  • cottage (5)
  • bed (4)
  • well (3)
  • back (3)
  • comfortable (3)
  • town (3)

7 Customer Reviews

  • "Ideal cottage for an autumn break."

    Location near centre of town and NYMR was hugely appealing. Hope to return in the not too distant future.

    Reviewed by Alastair4.7Nov 2024

  • "We found the cottage to be very comfortable and spacious for the 2 of us - and it would be good for 3 or 4 people too."

    Robin Cottage is well located in the centre of Pickering but on a quiet street so we were not disturbed at night. We enjoyed visiting the town (church and castle) and the surrounding area as well as going on the train to Whitby. Although (as stated) we could not park directly outside the house apart from unloading, we did manage to find parking close by.

    Thank you for your review. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay at Robin Cottage. As you stated the surrounding area has so much to offer as does Pickering itself. We hope to welcome you again some time in the future. Jan and Roger Property Owner

    Reviewed by Anne5.0Sep 2024

  • "Lovely cottage, central to Pickering, clean, comfortable, well equipped and presented."

    Parking was not on site but nearby street parking wasn't a problem for us. Nice to have the basic household items supplied and the welcome biscuits and milk. Only a few issues for us and that was working out how the oven worked, as the manual wasn't available, there was no two pin plug to charge toothbrushes or a steamer pan. I'd recommend taking an eye mask for sleeping if you are sensitive to morning light; the bedrooms would benefit from black out blinds. Overall though, excellent accommodation in a great location for the North Yorkshire Moors, Cleveland Way and the East Coast. Hope to stay again when next back in Yorkshire.

    Thank you for your positive feedback and we're pleased you enjoyed your visit to the cottage. There is a double two pin socket inside the vanity unit under the basin so we have now put a note in the bathroom to bring this to our guests attention. Also there was a steamer insert in a kitchen drawer so we have moved that to the pan area to make it more obvious. We have updated the instruction manual for oven instructions. It's only by feedback that we can improve our service to future guests. Hope to welcome you back on your next visit to Pickering! Roger and Jan Property Owner

    Reviewed by Jane4.1Aug 2024

  • "The property is spacious and close to amenities with comfortable beds."

    After staying for 6 days we slid the bed out in the back bedroom to retrieve my phone which had been on the bed. To our horror this revealed thick black mould on the wall behind the bed and thick dust. The management company said they would speak to the owner who are now refusing to accept any responsibility. Due to the black mould which will have air born spores I would strongly advise against booking this property, in particular as no one is taking responsibility

    Just for clarification we, the owners , at no time refused to accept responsibility for this regrettable incident. We were abroad when the problem arose and only became aware of it upon our return. We were mortified. Our guests had left the cottage before registering their complaint with our Property Management company and Sykes Cottages. To ensure this does not occur again for our future customers, the issue was immediately addressed and every other room in the property was examined to confirm this was an isolated incident. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Julie3.1Jun 2024

  • "A lovely well appointed cottage in a very beautiful town."

    I really enjoyed walking out the back through the allotments. Beds very comfy. Thank you for a great holiday.

    Really pleased you enjoyed your stay at Robin Cottage and also Pickering and the surrounding area. Thank you for your kind review and we hope that you will be able visit us again in the future. Jan & Roger Property Owner

    Reviewed by Julie5.0Jun 2023

  • "Lovely stay in Robin cottage, would definitely recommend ☺️"

    Thank you for your feedback. So pleased you enjoyed your stay at Robin Cottage and hope you'll visit us again in the future Roger & Jan Property Owner

    Reviewed by Pauline5.0Apr 2023

  • "I was happy enough with the property."

    However the fact that the main oven was broken and replaced with a tiny table top oven and we weren’t informed of this before we arrived was not acceptable. We had brought all our things for Christmas dinner and the weekend to cook and was made impossible by this. If we’d known we could have done something about it and prepared differently. Or more likely changed the booking to another property.

    We were assured the part would arrive and be fitted before your visit. Unfortunately this didn't happen due to circumstances beyond our control and we bought the mini oven as a temporary replacement. The oven has now been repaired. We truly apologise for the inconvenience and disappointment this has caused but hope you have overall enjoyed your stay in Pickering . Jan & Roger Property Owner

    Reviewed by Dom3.1Dec 2022

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Summary

  • Two bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request), 1 x king
  • Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC
  • Kitchen
  • Living/dining room.
  • Gas central heating
  • Oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine
  • dishwasher, TV, WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Roadside parking on a first come, first served basis close by, and you can unload outside of the property
  • Rear garden with lawn, furniture and summerhouse
  • Sorry, no smoking and no pets
  • Quiet location less than 2 minute walk to the high street
  • Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.1 miles
  • Note: for staying over two (2) weeks, the cleaner will attend for a changeover

The property

Nestled in the historic market town of Pickering, Robin Cottage is a cosy two bedroom cottage tucked away on a small quiet road and just 2 minutes walk from the town centre. Enjoying a superb location, it is an ideal choice for couples or families and offers the perfect base for exploring the surrounding area.

Guests can unload/load their cars outside the cottage then head to on-street parking which is available close by on a first-come, first-served basis. On entering the property, the hallway has space to leave outdoor clothes and shoes, and guests are then welcomed into a lovely, cosy lounge with a comfortable seating area, flatscreen Smart TV, a flame effect electric fire and Wifi.

The dining area is spacious and perfect for relaxing in after a day of exploring.

It leads directly into the well equipped kitchen offering everything you may need during your stay including an electric range-type cooker with a handy large cavity oven, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine.

Upstairs there are two comfortable bedrooms, one superking (zip/linked) which can be twin on request, the other has a king sized bed.

The bathroom has been fitted to a high standard and offers a large shower, wash basin and heated towel rail. The private enclosed garden enjoys a sunny position with garden furniture and there is also a lovely summerhouse situated in a sunny corner of the garden to relax in and enjoy the evening sun.

Pickering and the Surrounding Areas There is just so much to enjoy during your stay.

Explore the town which offers a full range of amenities with independent shops, great pubs and an array of cafes and restaurants.

Just a five minute walk from Robin Cottage is the famous North York Moors Steam Railway which was used for years in the filming of Heartbeat.

It was also used in the filming of Harry Potter's 'The Philosophers Stone'.

Hop aboard and take a nostalgic 24 mile journey through the beautiful national park as far as Whitby.

Delve into history and visit Pickering Castle and Beck Island Museum.

Book lovers will enjoy a visit to Yorkshire Quality Books, (next to the Fortune Inn), which stocks an incredible range of pre-loved books at reasonable prices.

Visit the Church of St Peter and St Paul situated at the top of Market Place to see the amazing medieval wall paintings. Pickering is ideally located to explore the seaside towns of Whitby (where you can sample some of the best fish and chips in the country) and Scarborough.

Both York and Harrogate are a 40 minute drive away.

The regular Coastliner bus service from Leeds to Whitby is said to the most scenic bus route in the country.

Pickering Library at The Ropery holds a good stock of information leaflets detailing all the local attractions such as Eden Camp, Flamingo Land, Sea World and Dalby Forest which is brilliant for outdoor activities for adventurers of all ages.

There are 13 walking trails, 4 running trails and 55 miles of cycle routes, and much more. Explore the charming nearby villages (and their pubs!) of Hutton-Le-Hole, Appleton-Le-Moors, Sinnington, Thorton-Le-Moors (Bangers and Cash fame) and Lastingham with the ancient Church of St Mary with its rare crypt which is said to be unique architecturally for England and possibly the world.

The picturesque market town of Helmsley is just 13 miles from Pickering and home to its own magnificent castle, a beautiful walled garden, and arts centre, the Helmsley Brewing Company, an open-air swimming pool, and the breath-taking Duncombe Park with its National Centre for Birds of Prey.

Further afield, you’ll find Scarborough, where you will find the attractions of Scarborough Open-Air Theatre, Rotunda Museum, the sea life centre, Scarborough Castle, Scarborough Beach, and Peasholm Park.

Robin Cottage is the idea base to rest and relax after busy days spent exploring and discovering.

Note: for staying over two (2) weeks, the cleaner will attend for a changeover

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.

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About the location

PICKERING

Kirkbymoorside 7 miles; Helmsley 13 miles; Scarborough 18 miles; Whitby 22 miles; York 27 miles.

This historic market town, with its full range of amenities and traditional shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants, serves as the official gateway to the beautiful North York Moors National Park, home of the Heartbeat countryside. Enjoy a ride on the North Yorkshire Moors Steam Railway, where Harry Potter fans can even explore some of the locations used in the filming of The Philosopher’s Stone! The Beck Isle Museum is also well worth a visit, with its unique collection of black and white photography and displays of rural life. Walkers will be spoilt for choice by the rolling hills, valleys, rivers and abundant wildlife of the North York Moors, whilst the city of York and the Heritage Coast are just half an hour’s drive away. All in all, a wonderful setting for a relaxing holiday.

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Note: for staying over two (2) weeks, the cleaner will attend for a changeover