This was our first summer holiday spent in the UK for many years and i was a little skeptical at first but ended up having one of the best family holidays we have had. The site was just lovely and the outdoor pool really made it. We were lucky enough to have good weather though which really helped, not sure we would have enjoyed it as much had it rained a lot.
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Verified Guest
Date of stay: 25th June 2025
Minor point of the shower temperature and flow
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Hannah
Date of stay: 1st June 2025
Central location to many places. Great place.
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Alexandra, Cheam
Date of stay: 4th May 2025
We recently went on a little getaway and honestly, despite the rising prices everywhere - thanks, Covid - we still managed to enjoy ourselves. The cottage was spotlessly clean and super cosy, with really comfy beds that made catching up on sleep a breeze. Sitting outside in the sunshine, breakfast in hand, while listening to the sheep in the fields was a proper treat. Having your own parking spot right outside was a real bonus too, no faffing about searching for parking. The location offered plenty of lovely spots to explore nearby, which kept us busy. There are two pools on-site, though the outdoor one was rather chilly - but to be fair, once you dip in, you get used to it! The only thing missing was wifi; no internet for guests in the cottages. Its a bit of a shame in todays world, especially for teenagers who rely on it, but we managed with a phone hotspot. Honestly, wed happily return. Its a nice escape and sometimes a break without constant scrolling is just what you need. All in all, a lovely little retreat with just a couple of minor quibbles.
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Verified Guest
Date of stay: 18th August 2024
Would not recommend staying here! The accommodation is dated and basic and does not resemble a cottage in the slightest! The sofa and chair were so uncomfortable to sit on - very rigid. The mattress in the main bedroom was rock hard and difficult to sleep on. The radiator had a big hole in it that was leaking rust! We felt that we were taking our life into our own hands with the shower. The temperature went from scalding to freezing in a matter of seconds with no happy medium! It is not safe to shower a child in it! As the cottage was situated at the far end, it was incredibly difficult to get your vehicle parked outside if the cottage next door already had a vehicle parked up.
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Emma, Cambridgeshire
Date of stay: 13th September 2019
We had a fantastic stay at this cosy cottage. Perfectly situated for exploring or just unwinding with some lovely local walks nearby. Definitely recommend!
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Emma, Newcastle
Date of stay: 10th May 2019
The cottage was really lovely and spotless, which we appreciated. A bit of a hassle that only one toilet roll and bin bag were provided, plus no washing up liquid-no onsite shop either, so bring your essentials!
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Emily, South Yorkshire
Date of stay: 21st January 2019
Great spot for discovering North Yorkshire, highly recommend it!
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Emma, Barnsley
Date of stay: 3rd December 2018
We really enjoyed our stay here, loved the cosy vibe, but be prepared to drive everywhere, as nothings nearby.
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James, Houghton-le-spring
Date of stay: 20th October 2018
Solid experience, would definitely repeat it
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Emma, Wigan
Date of stay: 10th September 2018
Charming little cottage, feels really warm and inviting. Lounge furniture could use a refresh though.
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Emma, Bexhill On Sea
Date of stay: 9th March 2018
We had a lovely stay! The cottages were quiet since no other guests booked, so we didnt see anyone from the park or cottages, which was perfect for us. The access was separate, so it felt private. We enjoyed exploring the area and the location was really convenient and comfy. Definitely recommended!
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Emma
Date of stay: 26th February 2018
Charming place, definitely returning soon
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Emma
Date of stay: 11th December 2017
Great, would recommend
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Jodie, Hull
Date of stay: 3rd November 2017
We recently brought the whole family here-my partner, our two kids aged 4 and 6, plus my mum. Honestly, the place exceeded our expectations; the photos online didnt do it justice at all. The downstairs area was way bigger than we thought, which was a nice surprise. Also, we werent expecting a downstairs wet room with a toilet and sink-really handy. Weve already recommended it to friends and family and yes, wed definitely come back! We visited in October/November 2017.
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Emma, Girvan
Date of stay: 20th October 2017
The cottage was perfect for us, offering plenty of room for our family of four. Highly recommend.
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Oliver, Barnsley
Date of stay: 4th September 2017
Lovely stay, would definitely come back again
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Emma
Date of stay: 30th December 2016
Really enjoyed our stay, the place was comfy and perfect as a starting point. Lovely time!
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Emma, Herne Bay
Date of stay: 28th October 2016
We stayed in a lovely cottage that was spotless and really bright, with super comfy sofas which made relaxing really easy. The garden at the back was charming, overlooking a peaceful field with some sheep roaming about - perfect for a quiet getaway. We visited towards the end of the season, so the campsite was pretty quiet, which suited us just fine. The indoor pool was a highlight; it was warm most days, although the only changing areas outside the pool were unheated and a bit of a chilly dash! Our kids didnt mind though. The park itself was pretty nice, but we did notice the shop's shelves were quite empty - a bit of a let down. The pubs opening hours were a bit unpredictable, which was a shame as it wouldve been nice to have dinner there daily. Thirsk is a gem, especially the James Herriot museum - we were really impressed! Overall, wed happily come back, just wish the pub served daily meals and the indoor pool had proper changing rooms.
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James, Stoke-on-trent
Date of stay: 21st October 2016
Really enjoyed it, definitely worth booking, well be coming back for sure!
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Alex, Dalbeattie
Date of stay: 23rd July 2016
The cottage was lovely and cosy and the pool was a real plus. The staff genuinely helpful, though the pubs midweek closure was a bit inconvenient if you enjoy a drink. Still, we had a good stay overall!
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Mark, Plymouthdevon
Date of stay: 27th November 2015
Really enjoyed our stay here. The place was spotless, warm and welcoming from the moment we arrived. Parking was straightforward and its a great base for exploring the area. Well definitely come back!
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Emma
Date of stay: 31st August 2015
We had a lovely stay, the staff were super friendly and helpful. The accommodation was charming and peaceful, perfect for exploring the area. The on-site pub and kids' facilities made it even better. Didn't want to leave!
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George, Bilston Roslin
Date of stay: 13th March 2015
Really enjoyed our stay
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Carol, Hull
Date of stay: 27th December 2014
It was super quiet during the Christmas period! The accommodation was just perfect and we couldnt find anything to complain about. Really enjoyed our stay!
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Sophie, Sunderland
Date of stay: 25th August 2014
We had a lovely time at the cottage! The only small issue was that there were a few spiders' webs around the top of the door frames - just a lack of dusting! Its not really a complaint, just something we noticed.
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Emily, Bolton
Date of stay: 19th May 2014
We were really impressed by how spacious the cottage was; it felt much roomier than a caravan and had all the kitchen utensils we needed for our short weekend. The place was very clean and well-equipped. The bedding and towels were of excellent quality too! Plus, it was great to bring our dog along, who had a fantastic time instead of sulking at home after being at the kennels. Such a relief!
We didnt have any real need to contact the staff, and although the interior of the cottage was excellent the outside needs some work on it but I expect that this has been lined up for later.
Great set of cottages with all the comforts of home.
The area is peaceful and close to everything that North Yorkshire has to offer.
Great base for visiting places and walking. Oaks fishery just round the corner if fishing is your hobby.
Lovely cottage which looks like in will soon be installed with a hot tub. I hope it is because I’ll Defo be back
Lovely relaxing break beautiful place friendly staff. Cottage was lovely comfy beds extremely comfy
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We all loved our weekend brake we were all impressed with the cottage it looked like it had just been refurbished. It was central for our needs for york and eden camp most definitely be going back most enjoyable.
Stayed at cottage Birch, just been renovated so cottage was absolutely beautiful. Only thing I'd add is couple kitchen appliances needed, like dishwasher rack for dishes, chopping board and sweeping brush. And the outside pool roof needed a good clean. Everything else was perfect, I would recommend and I'll be back. Thank you for an amazing stay! X
The cottage was lovely. Fully equipped kitchen. Nice location. We have booked to go back again in the summer.
Excellent cottage and lovely and warm, would recommend to family and friends, we were made very welcomed.
Lovely cottage & we will be back. Do not let reviews put you off!! Clean, tidy & very comfy beds. Just a shame the pub ran a ticket event for Halloween, we didn't know this, so children missed out.
Great place shame site pub was shut
