Guests say
Bilsdale Cottage is a charming and cosy retreat set in beautiful, tranquil North Yorkshire countryside, ideal for walkers and those seeking peace and relaxation. Guests consistently praise its comfortable beds, well-equipped kitchen, and welcoming hosts. The location offers easy access to local attractions, scenic walks, and a friendly village pub. While most found the cottage clean and inviting, a few noted it could benefit from some refurbishment and deeper cleaning in places. Overall, it is highly recommended for a restful countryside escape.
Most guests found the cottage clean and well-presented, with several describing it as spotlessly clean. However, a few reviews mentioned areas needing a refresh or deeper clean, particularly in the bathroom and en suite, and occasional maintenance issues.
The location is widely praised for its peaceful rural setting, beautiful views, and proximity to walking routes, local pubs, and market towns. Guests appreciated the tranquillity and easy access to North Yorkshire attractions.
Guests frequently commented on the comfort of the beds and the cosy, warm atmosphere. The cottage is described as restful and quiet, though a few mentioned the sofa could be larger and some furnishings are a little dated.
The cottage is generally considered well-equipped, with a good kitchen and all essentials for self-catering. Some guests noted minor missing items (e.g., kitchen scissors, basic cooking essentials), and a few mentioned maintenance issues such as loose kickboards and dated décor.
Several guests appreciated the warm welcome from the hosts and occasional small touches like shortbread and tea/coffee sachets, though these are not guaranteed. Some felt a more generous welcome pack or basic cooking supplies would have been appreciated.
About this property
Enjoy peace and tranquillity in this lovely cottage, with beams and wood floors, Ripon, Harrogate and Fountains Abbey all nearby.. 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
Tennis court can be booked free of charge.
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 (33)
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Alice Kodsy
Had a really lovely stay here beautiful cottage in lovely location! Would highly reccomend.
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Confirmed Guest
all that we needed for a quiet holiday . country pub in village great food.towns near by to shop.
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Confirmed Guest
The cottage is tired and needs refurbishment! The pictures are 8 years old so gave a false representation of the actual state and condition of the cottage. A simple coat of paint would improve it in the short term. Funny smell in the bathroom. Damp problem! Radiator was rusting, needs rubbing down and painting with proper radiator paint. Paint peaking of the walls near the shower, thus needs a plastic strip installed.