Guests say
BILSDALE Cottage in Thirsk offers a peaceful and relaxing stay with beautiful scenery and cosy comfort. Guests appreciate the convenient location for exploring North Yorkshire, the quality of the linen and towels, and the well-equipped kitchen. The nearby pub and access to walks are highlights, though some guests suggest a refresh and additional kitchenware could enhance the experience.
The cottage is generally praised for its cleanliness, with guests describing it as 'spotlessly clean'. However, one review suggests the en suite shower room could benefit from a deeper clean.
The location is highly regarded for its peaceful rural setting and proximity to local attractions, walks, and a friendly local pub. The ease of access to Thirsk and the stunning views are frequently mentioned.
Guests find the cottage comfortable, particularly highlighting the quality of the bed. The cosy atmosphere is appreciated, though one guest suggested a larger sofa would improve the comfort level.
The cottage is considered well-equipped for a holiday stay, with a well-appointed kitchen and warm accommodation. Some guests noted a lack of cutlery, crockery, and kitchen scissors, indicating room for improvement.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate the thoughtfulness of the host, so it is not possible to provide a score in this category.
About this property
Enjoy peace and tranquillity in this lovely cottage, with beams and wood floors, Ripon, Harrogate and Fountains Abbey all nearby.. 1 step to entrance.
All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer
Bedroom: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request)
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Bike store. Private parking for 1 car.. Both properties: Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair. Lawned garden with garden furniture and barbecue (shared). Tennis court available on request (Shared. Please bring your own tennis rackets & balls). No smoking.. At the foot of the stunning North Yorkshire Moors National Park, these refurbished cottages offer holiday accommodation of a very good standard and enjoy peace, tranquillity and beautiful views across the open countryside. Excellent walking and cycling are on the doorstep. Delightful Thirsk, with its 15th-century church and renowned racecourse is just 6 miles away. James Herriot lived and worked there and the Herriot Centre is the only veterinary science museum in the country. The medieval cobbled market square hosts a twice weekly market and is surrounded by individual shops, traditional inns and tea rooms. To the west lie the Yorkshire Dales, Ripon, the elegant spa town of Harrogate and the World Heritage Site at Fountains Abbey. To the east lie the market towns of Helmsley and Pickering, terminus for the North Yorkshire Moors steam train. Castle Howard and York are within an hour’s drive and easily accessible are Scarborough, Whitby, Robin Hood’s Bay and Staithes. Golf, fishing and horse riding available nearby. Shop 6 miles, pub 2 miles.
Free WiFi
Wifi is available, however, please note, this facility cannot be guaranteed to be available at all times due to the unpredictability of Service Providers. Tennis court must be pre-booked with owner.
One or more beds can be linked to form double or twin beds (please advise the owner of your preference soon after booking).
Nearby points of interest
- World of James Herriot
- Rievaulx Abbey
- Nunnington Hall
Reviews (15)
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Sarah Hoiles
We enjoyed our stay at Bilsdale Cottage. The setting is superb, the scenery beautiful and the peace and tranquillity most relaxing. The location gives convenient access to many lovely places and there is an excellent pub, 'The Dog and Gun', within a couple of miles which serves great food and is friendly and welcoming. The cottage itself is cosy and relatively well-equipped. The bed was very comfortable and the linen and towels of good quality. We would have liked more cutlery and crockery as we were disinclined to waste time washing up but didn't want to run the dishwasher unnecessarily. On the whole, the cottage was a pleasant place to stay but could, perhaps, benefit from a refresh and a clean, particularly in the en suite shower room.
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Confirmed Guest
Great cosy cottage. Lots of walks from the doorstep and plenty else to do a short drive away.
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John Sargent
Well appointed comfortable accommodation in a wonderfully peaceful rural location. A great base for touring the local area and beyond. Would definitely stay here again.