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Forge Cottage

York, Yorkshire
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Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 1
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Romantic
Luxury
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Decorated for Christmas
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Charming Yorkshire cottage set in a pretty English country garden
  • Private outside spaces for relaxing in the sunshine
  • Original Yorkshire design features bring an old-world feel

Property code: OC-Y014

This beautiful stone-built detached cottage, in a central position in the pretty town of Helmsley, is ideal for families or friends looking for a peaceful holiday on the edge of the North York Moors. The town has a medieval market square surrounded by independent shops. Visitor attractions in the town include Duncombe Park, which has several events throughout the year and a wonderful estate parkland perfect for walking. Historic Helmsley Castle, with its Norman heritage, is a half-mile walk.

Step into this charming property set over two levels with a traditional cottage feel and original features such as exposed wooden ceiling beams. There are also all the everyday contemporary comforts you’d expect to ensure a memorable stay, and plenty of spaces to spend quality time together. Enter the large lounge/dining room from the entrance hall boasting a Smart TV and comfortable seating in front of an open fire - perfect for cosy winter evenings. The spacious conservatory is a relaxing space and looks out onto the garden. The kitchen has everything you need to create memorable or celebratory meals, and a back door leading to the garden. A shower room completes the downstairs. Upstairs is a bathroom and three bedrooms: one king-size, one twin (accessed by three steps and with restricted head height) and one queen-size (accessed via stairs from the ground floor directly). Outside, a large, enclosed, mature back garden has a small pond and a patio where you can enjoy a meal or glass of wine.

Rievaulx Abbey (3 miles), the ruins of a Cistercian Monastery dating from the 1100s, Nunnington Hall (6 miles), and Sutton Bank (8 miles) are all great choices for a day out. The Cleveland Way National Trail starts in Helmsley, so walkers can leave their cars behind and walk a local section of the trail. The beautiful towns of Thirsk (14.5 miles) and Pickering (17 miles) are an easy drive away.

  • 3 bedrooms - 1 king-size, 1 twin with restricted ceiling height, 1 queen-size with restricted ceiling height
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 family bathroom with shower over bath and WC, 1 shower room with WC
  • Gas-fired Rayburn oven with induction hob, 2-ring gas hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer and microwave
  • Travel cot and highchair available
  • Open fire in living room, first basket of logs provided
  • Smart TV with ability to log into your own Netflix or Amazon accounts, as well as access to Freeview. DVD, radio and CD.
  • Large, private, fenced-in garden with a small pond and patio with outside seating
  • Off-street parking for 3 cars
  • 400 metres from all of the town’s amenities
  • Children should be supervised at all times near the pond
  • The new Fire Risk Risk Assessment Regulations requires you to be aware of the following additional fire safety precautions:
  • Electric/hybrid car charging should not be made via the power sockets in the cottage or its gardens
  • E-bikes and e-scooters are not permitted
  • Please note that candles and tea lights are not permitted
  • Open fire - please ensure that you use the fireguard at all times and do not leave the fire unattended at any time
  • Please note that this property is managed and maintained by the owner
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:30 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 1 dog allowed. Additional charges may apply

Amanda Flett

This property is personally managed by Amanda.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 4 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Carol 31st December 2023

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This is a lovely warm cosy cottage, it is perfect for walking into the village for a drink, or just a look round. The cottage itself was well equipped with things we needed. It was just perfect for us all

Reviewed by Jill 16th September 2023

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Reviewed by Alex 28th August 2023

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A wonderfully well equipped, comfortable and cosy cottage - with a good amount of coat hooks and pegs (so often overlooked in our experience). Very close to the centre of Helmsley without feeling particularly urban and a great base for exploring North Yorkshire (most things we wanted to see were never more than about 45 minutes drive away!). EnouRead moregh space for us, and our two teenage sons, to feel like we weren't on top of each other and a lovely garden for our 6 year old whippet to chase squirrels and pigeons around. We've had a wonderful stay and would definitely recommend Forge Cottage to others. The owner, was very helpful and friendly as well - sending us very comprehensive information about the cottage, and the surrounding area before we arrived. Hide

Reviewed by Sandra 6th May 2023

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We found the cottage very cosy, everything was done to a high standard. The garden was beautiful and the location just perfect for walking into Helmsley.

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Location

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