Beckhill Cottage

Rating
Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 1
Pets Yes
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Features

Hot tub
Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Sky TV
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews

53 Customer Review(s)

Mr Osborne
September 2018

“A great cottage in a great location and I recommend this place to anyone wanting to stay on the verge of York in beautiful, peaceful surroundings.”

Only criticism is the cleanliness of the cooker and perhaps re-positioning the bed in the main bedroom so one can sit up and enjoy a cuppa in bed (sited under the sloping ceiling).

Only criticism is the cleanliness of the cooker and perhaps re-positioning the bed in the main bedroom so one can sit up and enjoy a cuppa in bed (sited under the sloping ceiling).

- Mr Osborne, September 2018
Mrs Watson September 2018

“Cottage was nice and we had a warm welcome on our arrival.”

Only complaints is the cottage could do with a spruce up and the hot tub was very cloudy and had dirt on the bottom. The hot tub was not used because of this. I understand that the owners will not be renting it after this season but we were quite disappointed with the condition of the cottage. The owners are very friendly and always willing to help out.

- Mrs Watson, September 2018
Mrs Crowther August 2018

“Cottage badly needs an upgrade.”

Beds very uncomfortable needs painting badly dining room table far too big. Nice cobwebs. Anna the lady on hand to sort things whilst owner was away was lovely and very helpful. Would have been a lovely place to stay in its day

- Mrs Crowther, August 2018
Mrs Smith May 2018

“Lovely cottage in a quiet location.”

John and Kate did everything to make our stay a happy one, they kept themselves available if required. Would stay there again no problem.

- Mrs Smith, May 2018
M255IXgemmam April 2018

“Really enjoyable stay”

We booked the cottage with a group of friends for a birthday weekend away and we weren’t disappointed. The cottage is beautiful and in a lovely location. The owners were friendly and helpful. After reading other reviews about lack of privacy, I couldn’t disagree more. Yes the owners house and stables are in a close proximity but we never felt as if we were being watched. The owners simply said ‘hello’ and ‘hope you’re enjoying your stay’ when they saw us. Also, we found the cottage to be very clean. We enjoyed our weekend away and would definitely return.

- M255IXgemmam, April 2018
Mrs Goodacre November 2017

“Lovely comfortable cottage.”

It was furnished adequately and was clean. Hot tub was fab, such a bonus! The cottage was equipped with everything you needed. We would definitely go back.

- Mrs Goodacre, November 2017
Mr Thompson November 2017

“The location is a little remote but very nice and relaxing ...”

The location is a little remote but very nice and relaxing There is a lovely village less than 5 minutes drive away with traditional pubs and a Indian restaurant and Chip Shop We would recommend the White Bear pub which serves excellence food at reasonable prices but you may need to book The owner was on site and very welcoming The lodge was clean and comfortable with great views there are stables and horses next to the cottage which was a lovely feature and caused no issues The hot tub was fine and overlooked the land and fields There was a issue with the heating which was only an issue with it being the coldest day of the year but the owner dealt with the issue immediately and efficiently and had no affect on our stay We would stay at the cottage again in the future

- Mr Thompson, November 2017
helen780 January 2017

“Mrs”

Me and my husband 2 children and 2 dogs stayed at beckhill for a week over Christmas - we had a lovely break! On arrival we were shown around by the owner, we were told that the fridge was broken but were waiting for a replacement which came shortly after! He showed us how to operate the hot tub which was brilliant! I called them as I had trouble operating the shower, but he came straight over to help it was just a case of pulling a cord above the sink. Previous reviews have mentioned being 'watched' we didn't feel this at all, they deal with the horses which my daughter loved to see and go and stroke and talk to the groom lady, they had thought of everything was a small amount of wash powder, toothpaste, cleaning products if u have forgotten anything. So all in all we really enjoyed it!. . Be aware WIFI was non existent so don't rely on that this only bothered our kids ha. And also advertises sky TV but it is still only freeveiw! If we had known I would of brought my sky card so we had more channels with it being Xmas. Thanks Beckhill for a lovely stay and xmas

- helen780, January 2017
Mrs Tindal October 2016

“Fabulous place, fabulous countryside, fabulous hosts and their animals”

- Mrs Tindal, October 2016
Mrs Townsend September 2016

“Peace and quiet.”

Fully equipped cottage apart from scissors.could have done with toilet upstairs, and being able to use hot tub at any time of day, not just after four.

- Mrs Townsend, September 2016
Miss Dixon September 2016

“John is a very friendly welcoming guy.”

Cottage lovely and clean. Bedrooms comfortable. In a lovely setting surrounded by horses and fields. Lovely!

- Miss Dixon, September 2016
Mr Laing September 2016

“It was a lovely little cottage and served our purpose for the weekend.”

John and Kate were great owners and helped us settle in very well. The hot tub was a nice addition but didn't really get used as we were out most of the time. The garden for the cottage was stunning. Only a few little niggles: 1) they could really do with supplying more than one pillow per person. The pillows they supply are fairly soft. Had to borrow some chair cushions to help firm up those in the rooms 2) it took us a while to be able to get the oven to work. They could really do with some simplified instructions. Unfortunately the manual has the exact page you need missing. These were just very small niggles and in no way detracted from the weekend. We had a lovely time and if we were in the area again, would have no hesitation staying again.

- Mr Laing, September 2016
Mrs Creig June 2016

“It was very pleasant surroundings and a comfortable cottage, a hot tub is always ...”

It was very pleasant surroundings and a comfortable cottage, a hot tub is always good and it was good to be able to take the dogs on a family weekend,

- Mrs Creig, June 2016
Miss Howes May 2016

“Beck Hill Cottage was amazing, the owners were so welcoming and helpful and I'd recommend anyone to stay there.”

It was so quiet, peaceful and relaxing.

- Miss Howes, May 2016
Mrs Groom April 2016

“The owners were very friendly and there if needed, but never intrusive.”

The cottage is conveniently located for York, the countryside and the coast, and there are numerous attractions in the area. The extras like Sky TV and the hot tub provided at the cottage made our stay perfect and our little one loved the friendly animals on site.

- Mrs Groom, April 2016
PiersL March 2016

“Lovely surroundings and welcoming owners”

I always think that the best test comes when things go wrong and this was no exception- one of our daughters was ill and we needed fresh bedding, washing powder and use of a tumble dryer, all of which were readily supplied with good cheer by the owners who live next door. Then the drains blocked up but these were all sorted out the same morning - a bank holiday. The cottage is well equipped, in a beautiful setting near the village of Crayke with the excellent Durham Ox pub. We felt very well looked after and it is a great base for visiting York and surrounding areas. As someone else has said, an extra loo would be handy for a family of five but this is very good value for money. The hot tub is great but we haven't used it that much as the weather has been crazy - lightning and hail welcoming in the first day of Spring.

- PiersL, March 2016
Mrs Radwell-Harris December 2015

“The friendliness of the owners made us feel welcome and relaxed.”

We felt that we had the run of the place and if we needed anything we knew we could ask. The hot tub was great too, watching the stars on a windy evening.

- Mrs Radwell-Harris, December 2015
Mr Cooper November 2015

“We had a very good break.”

Beckhill Cottage is in a great location & we visited Scarborough / Bridlington / Helmsley / Malton. The garden is enclosed so no problems letting the dogs out. The cottage is clean and comfortable.

- Mr Cooper, November 2015
Mrs Robinson October 2015

“We had a relaxing, enjoyable weekend.”

The Cottage is in a lovely location.

- Mrs Robinson, October 2015
Gail L June 2015

“a relaxing weekend break with stunning scenery”

The cottage was well equipped and had everything we needed for our mature girly weekend stay. The owners were very helpful and advised us on where to eat in the local village. Since the photo's have been published the hot tub has been moved between the patio door and garden furniture with a screen blocking views from the main house. On arrival we were greeted by 2 small dogs who were wery friendly and 2 cats that we were asked not to let into the cottage as they live outdoors. There are 2 bedrooms upstairs 1 twin (full size single beds) and one double with another double downstairs. Another bathroom or toilet would have been useful but for the few days we were their we coped. A very relaxing weekend we went to Scarborough on the Saturday just 1 hrs drive away and a car boot and garden centre on Sunday just 20 mins away. Would definitely go back.

- Gail L, June 2015
Dr Young November 2014

“Well set out cottage close to York with all amenities, including Wifi, Sky TV AND a hot tub.”

Kitchen had both dishwasher and washing machine. The hosts were friendly, helpful and very knowledgeable about the area.

- Dr Young, November 2014
Mr Vessey October 2014

“A fantastic weekend was had at Beckhill Cottage by myself and 5 friends.”

A very nice cottage within beautiful scenery with the relaxing luxury of a hot tub. Will definitely be looking to return in the future.

- Mr Vessey, October 2014
lah2910 October 2014

“Would definitely come back”

Overall we were really pleased by the standard of the cottage and the hospitality we received. Situated in a beautiful area, perfectly located for visiting York and the surrounding area, and with lovely welcoming hosts. What more could you ask for? A hot tub? Well that was the cherry on the cake! (and the main reason we chose this cottage) The hot tub was fab and a surprisingly good star gazing spot! Would definitely come back for another girls weekend, family or couples break. The only downside was the weak wifi signal, but to be honest, after having such a great weekend without our phones in our hands the whole time I think it was a bonus!

- lah2910, October 2014
Mrs Lutkin October 2014

“Set in a beautiful part of the countryside this really is a wonderful place to come and unwind.”

The cottage was homely, very clean and everything there you could possibly need. The owner was extremely helpful and friendly telling us where to go for scenic walks with our dog. It was a wonderful stay!

- Mrs Lutkin, October 2014
Mel B September 2014

“Incredibly Welcoming Owners and Enjoyable Stay”

We stayed as three couples in the cottage for a wedding in nearby Sheriff Hutton. The property was exactly as advertised, in a pretty part of the world and exactly what we needed for a weekend away - we wished we could have stayed for the week but unfortunately work called for us all on the Monday morning! The owners were lovely and welcoming, making everything incredibly easy for us - including as going as far in helping us get to the wedding and back again! Also recommended a fantastic pub for a lovely relaxed Sunday lunch. Absolutely wonderful stay and we would all totally go back - and will definitely try and book again if we find ourselves back in the area.

- Mel B, September 2014
Miss Hogg September 2014

“Overall we were very pleased by the standard of the property and the hospitality we received.”

Would definitely come back.

- Miss Hogg, September 2014
Mrs Atkinson September 2014

“The location of the property was stunning with easy access to to other areas.”

- Mrs Atkinson, September 2014
hailz31 July 2014

“Perfectly close to York. ...but feels in the middle of nowhere :-)”

Just came home from a wonderful week in beck hill. Lovely family next door and so helpful yet not intrusive at all. So close to York and beautiful places like that. The surroundings were amazing, horses next door, gorgeous scenery.....highly recommend.

- hailz31, July 2014
Rosey16 March 2014

“Wonderfully relaxing break”

We stayed here for my hen weekend at the end of February. I can not recommend this cottage enough. Even before we arrived the owners were lovely and really helpful even when we couldn't say what time we would be checking in / out. The cottage was spotless when we arrived and very well equipped. The cottage really is in the middle of nowhere and the views are amazing. There are stables right next to the cottage and we were soon greeted by the resident horses. We made full use of the kitchen facilities and then the hot tub which was lovely. We drove into York one of the days and it didn't take long at all to get there so ideal for a base outside the city centre. I wanted a weekend away to de-stress and forget about all the wedding plans and this was the perfect place to do it. The only thing I could think of if I was trying to be picky is there is very little phone reception and we couldn't access the wifi but that turned into a blessing as it meant we didn't spend all weekend on our phones. I am currently trying to think of an excuse to visit again.

- Rosey16, March 2014
Mrs Steward October 2013

“We had a lovely stay at Beckhill cottage, which was cosy and a real home from home.”

Our daughter particularly liked the horses which were stabled just next to the cottage. We all loved the hot tub.

- Mrs Steward, October 2013
Miss Insole September 2013

“Very nice accommodation, very private and quiet, as out in the country and set back off the road.”

Family are very friendly and welcoming, and nothing was too much trouble. Nice to have the added luxury of the hot tub. Made a very good base for travelling, and exploring the local area. York City only 20 minutes drive away.

- Miss Insole, September 2013
Mrs Booth July 2013

“Great setting to explore Yorkshire.”

Lovely setting, very child friendly including all the animals. Received a warm welcome and made to feel very much a home.

- Mrs Booth, July 2013
Mr Maguire July 2012

“It was fantastic getting away to the country, we all enjoyed the peace and quiet and a taste of country living.”

Relaxing in the hot tub was amazing in the evening.

- Mr Maguire, July 2012
Mrs Donnison May 2012

“Very welcoming, friendly and helpful owners.”

Peaceful location. We liked the hot tub!

- Mrs Donnison, May 2012
Mrs Fisher February 2012

“Great location with good views from the property.”

Very friendly and helpful owners. Excellent holiday!

- Mrs Fisher, February 2012
Alice and Brian Coaley September 2011

“Delightful setting of a very comfortable cottage”

This cottage is a gem, very comfortable and ideally placed for touring this part of Yorkshire.Picking fresh strawberries from the garden was an added bonus. Plus the owners were most helpful. Hopefully we will visit again.

- Alice and Brian Coaley, September 2011
Mrs Rimmer September 2011

“The cottage was in a great location in a beautiful area of Yorkshire.”

John and Kate were very friendly and helpful. The hot tub was an added bonus.

- Mrs Rimmer, September 2011
Mr & Mrs Coaley June 2011

“A delightful and comfortable cottage set in beautiful countryside, ideal for touring the Yorkshire moors and wolds.”

The owners were most helpful. We are looking forward to another visit.

- Mr & Mrs Coaley, June 2011
Mrs Zweistra December 2010

“The owners were very helpful.”

The jacuzzi was an added bonus. Having horses so close was really great for our children who come from the city. Brilliant place to relax and unwind from the hustle and bustle from the city!

- Mrs Zweistra, December 2010
A FlipKey verified reviewer December 2009

“A WONDERFUL HOLIDAY”

wonderful relaxing holiday , cottage well situated to visit nearby attractions and countryside walking .Especially loved the hot tub in garden ,only downfall was very near owners house but understand this probably was for safety reasons .

- A FlipKey verified reviewer, December 2009
A FlipKey verified reviewer December 2009

“owners were very helpful”

we enjoyed the area /the cottage was very nice and the owners were happy to help with any questions /would make another visit.

- A FlipKey verified reviewer, December 2009
Mr Dixon November 2009

“The owners were very friendly and welcoming.”

The place was lovely and warm too, particularly important with ageing relatives and a late November visit.

- Mr Dixon, November 2009
Mrs Greenyer September 2009

“We enjoyed our visit.”

The people were very nice and helpful. The cottage was very nice.

- Mrs Greenyer, September 2009
Mrs Kay August 2009

“We were made to feel very welcome and the cottage was very comfortable.”

- Mrs Kay, August 2009
Mrs Bunce August 2009

“The property was clean and in very good condition.”

The garden area was ideal for a party of 5 adults. The owners were friendly and helpful. The thing we particularly enjoyed about this property were the owners pet dogs and cats! My sons had so much fun playing with the 2 dogs and the cats were so friendly and eager to be stroked by all.

- Mrs Bunce, August 2009
Mrs Layton July 2009

“The hot tub was excellent, good location for site seeing this area.”

Very good holiday!

- Mrs Layton, July 2009
Mr & Mrs Dallas July 2009

“The property was in a wonderful setting and had easy to access the surrounding areas.”

- Mr & Mrs Dallas, July 2009
Mrs Knott June 2009

“Warm, friendly welcome.”

Lovely location - quiet and peaceful and ideal for touring the North York Moors and the Dales. Surrounding countryside beautiful. Dog friendly.

- Mrs Knott, June 2009
Mrs Redmond March 2009

“A lovely cottage in peaceful surroundings.”

We have had a very enjoyable break.

- Mrs Redmond, March 2009
Mr Newbon November 2008

“Beautiful cottage in fantastic location, peaceful.”

- Mr Newbon, November 2008
Mr Bardill October 2008

“The warm welcome from the property owners.”

- Mr Bardill, October 2008
Mr Eaton September 2008

“Excellent location (well placed for attractions) and friendly welcome.”

- Mr Eaton, September 2008
Mrs Mullane July 2008

“A lot of trouble has been gone to to make this cottage a real home-from-home.”

- Mrs Mullane, July 2008
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The property

A lovely barn conversion set in the grounds of the Main House, next to stables overlooking a small lake amidst tranquil countryside, in the village of Brandsby, just 12 miles from York.

Spacious and comfortably furnished, this attractive property offers relaxed accommodation.

French doors open onto a pretty cottage garden with the added bonus of a hot tub, perfect for relaxing in on a balmy, summer's evening.

Surrounded by the beautiful countryside of the Howardian Hills, it makes a great choice for walkers, with numerous footpaths around, including the fabulous Yearsley Woods, where you can explore 15 miles of forest tracks on foot or on your bike.

There is a wealth of historic homes, abbeys and gardens in the area to explore, and many excellent eating places in the pretty market towns and surrounding villages.

Easy access to the North York Moors and East Coast seaside resorts make this a holiday destination for everyone.

Summary

Three bedrooms: 1 x ground floor double, 1 x double, 1 x twin
Ground floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Fully fitted kitchen
Sitting room with dining area.
Electric storage heaters
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Sky, WiFi, selection of board games
All fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent, please bring own hot tub towels
Off road parking for 2 cars
Front cottage garden with furniture and BBQ
Hot tub
Two well-behaved pets welcome (dogs on lead due to horses, Must be Cat Friendly)
Sorry, no smoking
Shop and pub 2.5 miles
Note: Hot tub available 4pm-10pm and children must be supervised by an adult
Note: No stag/hen or similar parties allowed at property
Please note start dates for this property must be a Friday or Monday only
Please note check in is from 4pm

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About the location

BRANDSBY

York 12 miles; Helmsley 10 miles; Harrogate 16 miles.

The small, peaceful village of Brandsby lies in the Vale of York, surrounded by the beautiful, rolling countryside of the Howardian Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Close by is Crayke with an award winning gastro pub, whilst nearby Stillington provides a local shop, a Post Office, and three dining pubs, and the market town of Easingwold offers all the usual amenities, including a traditional Friday market. Brandsby is handily placed for touring, with the famous City of York only 12 miles away, whilst the North York Moors and East Coast, seaside towns of Scarborough, Bridlington and Whitby are all within an hour's drive. The surrounding area is steeped in history, with an abundance of abbeys, stately homes and gardens, such as Castle Howard, Byland Abbey and Helmsley Castle, waiting to be explored. Also close by are miniature and full size steam railways, together with Flamingo Land, Light Water Valley, The Forbidden Corner, Sea World and The Deep, great for family days out. There are excellent eating places nearby, numerous market towns and pretty villages to explore, and great walking opportunities; an excellent destination for a varied year-round break.

Note: No stag/hen or similar parties allowed at property. Please note start dates for this property must be a Friday or Monday only.

This property offers the following short breaks:

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Reviews

“A great cottage in a great location and I recommend this place to anyone wanting to stay on the verge of York in beautiful, peaceful surroundings.”

“Cottage was nice and we had a warm welcome on our arrival.”

“Cottage badly needs an upgrade.”

“Lovely cottage in a quiet location.”

“Really enjoyable stay”

“Lovely comfortable cottage.”

“The location is a little remote but very nice and relaxing ...”

“Mrs”

“Fabulous place, fabulous countryside, fabulous hosts and their animals”

“Peace and quiet.”

“John is a very friendly welcoming guy.”

“It was a lovely little cottage and served our purpose for the weekend.”

“It was very pleasant surroundings and a comfortable cottage, a hot tub is always ...”