York Apartment
ID: S1333061
- Bedrooms 2
- ・ Sleeps 4
- ・ Pets 1
Guests say
York Apartment offers a peaceful and scenic retreat, ideally situated for exploring the Moors and nearby attractions. Guests consistently praise its cleanliness, well-equipped kitchen, and comfortable furnishings. The location is quiet and rural, with beautiful views and easy access to walking routes and a local pub. Owners are noted as friendly and helpful. Some minor issues were mentioned, such as occasional noise from other apartments, a sticking front door, and limited phone signal, but overall, guests thoroughly enjoyed their stays and would recommend the property.
Multiple reviews highlight the apartment as very clean and well-maintained, with only one minor mention of maintenance issues. The overall impression is of a spotless and tidy property.
The location is frequently described as perfect, peaceful, and ideal for exploring both the Moors and the coast. Guests appreciate the rural setting, scenic views, and proximity to local attractions, though some note limited phone signal.
Most guests found the apartment comfortable, with positive comments on the sofa, bed, and overall cosiness. A few mentioned personal preferences regarding bed firmness and sofa height, but these were exceptions.
The apartment is praised for being well-equipped, with all necessary kitchen items, fast internet, and ample storage. Some minor maintenance issues were noted, such as a sticking door and a loose loo seat, but these did not detract significantly from the overall experience.
Guests appreciated thoughtful touches such as essentials on arrival, a bottle of wine, and plenty of torches for emergencies. Please note that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
In the beautiful village of Commondale in the North York Moors National Park you have the characterful Old Schoolhouse, which once homed the village schoolteacher.. All on the
Ground Floor:
Living room/kitchen: Freeview TV, Electric Fire, Breakfast Bar, Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer (shared with property other properties on-site).. Enclosed garden patio. (shared with other properties on-site). 1 dog welcome, to be kept on a lead at all times (sheep country). Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. This distinctive red brick building has been lovingly converted into four holiday apartments, ideally located for those looking to discover the surrounding countryside as well as the nearby coastline. The York Apartment is on the ground floor and is ideal for couples travelling together or even for pairs of friends.
The layout of the apartment is all on one level. At the front of the apartment, you have the open plan living area, with comfortable seating in front of the electric fire. The kitchen is well equipped, with everything required to create home made meals to enjoy together at the breakfast bar. There are two double bedrooms, as well as a shower room completing the apartment.
At the front of the Old Schoolhouse there is a small communal enclosed garden with a bench, where you can enjoy a morning cup of tea whilst soaking up the views over the surrounding moorland. The owners live next door in the neighbouring converted school, and the playground is now the parking bays.
Commondale is a picturesque village, typical in the North York Moors National Park. The heart of the village has a friendly local pub, serving great food. The pub is only yards away, so you can enjoy a tipple or two in the evening in good company before the short walk home.
The Esk Valley train which travels between Middlesbrough and Whitby stops at Commondale station which is just 15 minutes walk from The Old Schoolhouse. Although the service is limited, this is an excellent way to travel to Whitby, or to Grosmont to pick up the North York Moors Railway. This is a great choice of destination for walkers, as there is a vast array of walking trails nearby, and you are less than a 30-minute drive away from the coast, where you have Staithes, Whitby, Runswick Bay, Saltburn and Robin Hood’s Bay – all ideal for a memorable day out. Your dog is sure to have the adventure of a lifetime exploring the coast and country, plus many pubs and cafés are dog friendly in this area.
York Apartment can be booked together with Whitby Apartment (UK35822), Grosmont Apartment (UK35823) and Farndale Apartment (UK35825) to accommodate up to 12 guests.
Free WiFi
The property is located on a working farm.
Children must be supervised on site due to possible safety hazards.
Only dogs allowed at the property.
The owner lives on-site/nearby.
Pets must be kept on a lead at all times.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Nearby points of interest
- Kirkleatham Museum
- Dorman Museum
- Ryedale Folk Museum
- Whitby Museum
- Captain Cook Memorial Museum
- Preston Park Museum Grounds
- Runswick Bay
- Whitby Beach
- Whitby
- Whitby Abbey
Reviews (15)
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Allison Smith
I’m pathologically adverse to stripping my own bed on holiday, we obviously pay a cleaning fee. This was a legacy of COVID, which has remained in place. We obliged, as we are decent people, but reluctantly. Apart from that, the cottage was well worth the money paid and in a beautiful spot with a good pub nearby. Had plenty of crockery etc and was a cosy retreat. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and loved that the sheep looked in the window at us!
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Catherine
comfortable stay in a stunning location
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Gillian Lucking
Had a lovely stay in York apartment, everything provided, also nicely situated on moors and close to various places of interest…. only downfall was the weather !! Would thoroughly recommend.