Snaptrip says
Guests consistently praise Bluebell Cottage for its cosiness, cleanliness, and thoughtful touches from the owner, Julie. The property is well-situated for exploring Yorkshire, with guests appreciating the convenient location for day trips. The welcome gifts, including treats for dogs, are frequently mentioned as a delightful surprise.
Guests that stayed at this property said
Reviewers describe the cottage as very clean and tidy, indicating high standards of cleanliness maintained by the owner.
The property is commended for its nice position, ideal for walks and day trips to various attractions, suggesting a very good location.
Guests find the cottage warm, cosy, and comfortable, even in cold weather, reflecting a high level of comfort.
While guests are satisfied with the kitchen facilities, there is a mention of steep stairs without a description and a suggestion for more storage for coats and shoes, but not enough detail to accurately score facilities and maintenance.
The owner's thoughtfulness is highlighted through welcome packages and useful information. However, it should be noted that such personal touches, while common, are not guaranteed.
About this property
Resting in the village of Brayton, just a short walk south of Selby, lies this charming, two-bedroom, mid-terrace holiday home, Blue Bell Cottage. Enjoying off-road parking, garden with corner sofa, and excellent proximity to nearby amenities, this delightful stay welcomes a family of four seeking a relaxing, self-catered escape in the heart of North Yorkshire. Inside, make yourself at home in your new lodgings, where you'll find a well-appointed kitchen/diner, complete with all the appliances the chosen chef will need to cook up a tasty dinner for the whole family to savour around the dining table. In the evenings, gather in the well-presented sitting room, where you can enjoy a film or two on the Smart TV. As day rolls into night, indulge in a long, soapy bath before you finally retire for a well-earned rest in a plush double or twin bedroom. After you've finished your breakfast and coffee at the breakfast bar, step out of your lovely new dwelling and explore what your local surroundings have to offer. Stock up on essentials at Tesco Express, pick up some fresh meat to cook back at home from C Dawson & Sons butchers, amble through the serene, woodland setting of Brayton Barff nature reserve, perfect for dog walks, before settling down for a heart-warming pub dinner at The Swan, which is just a stone's throw from your accommodation. The shortest of car drives north will take you into the market town of Selby, where you can spend time meandering around the scenic greens of Selby Park, take a peaceful stroll along the banks of the River Ouse, and enjoy a meat-filled meal at the Caramba Steakhouse. A day trip to the city of York is also recommended during your stay, with the York Shambles, York City Walls and York Cathedral representing a fraction of what this historic settlement has to offer. Enjoy all of this and so much more when you book a stay at Blue Bell Cottage.
The Domesday Book makes reference to the historic parish of Brayton, a small but charming settlement that dates to Saxon times. There are a number of neighbourhood stores, a butcher, and a lovely town green in addition to a Norman church and an older Methodist chapel. The mediaeval town of Selby, a true hidden gem with an amazing abbey and a superb selection of eateries, is only a couple of miles away. The wonderful city of York, which is also nearby, is brimming with attractions for tourists, including the Minster, its mediaeval walls, boat trips on the River Ouse, York Races, museums (such as the well-known National Railway Museum and the Castle Museum), and the internationally renowned Jorvik Viking Centre and its "time trip" experience. a fantastic vacation spot.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room
Gas central heating.
Electric oven, gas hob, fridge/freezer, washing machine.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Smart TV, Fibre Wifi and Fire Stick.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and Highchair available on request.
Off-road parking for 1 car.
Garden with gravelled area and corner sofa.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Over the month of April, the bluebells are out at Brayton Barff and look beautiful.
Shop and pub, 0.1 miles.
Note: Property is on a main road, village green in walking distance.
Please note the bluebells are now in bloom - April 2024
Nearby points of interest
- Yorkshire Air Museum
- York Castle Museum
- JORVIK Viking Centre
- National Railway Museum
- York Museum Gardens
- Yorkshire Museum
- York Art Gallery
- Hemsworth Waterpark & Playworld
- Markham Grange Nursery Steam Museum
- Shambles
Reviews (6)
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Ann
It was warm and cosy despite the very cold weather. Comfortable and good facilities in the kitchen. We feel the steepness of the stairs should have been mentioned in the description.
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Peter
The cottage was cosy and very comfortable and had everything we needed! Will definitely stay there again. It's also ideally situated to explore that part of Yorkshire and beyond. Thanks Julie!
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Jeffrey
Bluebell Cottage was a lovely cottage everything was there that was needed position of cottage was nice for lovely walks and a lovely butchers if needed We met Julie who owns the cottage who was very helpful and knowledgeable we did suggest maybe more fencing so it could be an enclosed garden also understairs would be nice as cloakroom and shoes cupboard as there was nowhere downstairs for coats and shoes There was a lovely welcome pack for us which included treats for our two doggies