Guests say
Croft Granary in York receives high praise for its cleanliness, comfort, and welcoming hosts. Guests appreciate the thoughtful touches like a welcome package and fresh eggs. The cottage's location is ideal for exploring York and surrounding areas, with easy access to local amenities and attractions. While some minor maintenance issues are noted, the overall experience is very positive, with many guests expressing a desire to return.
The majority of guests commend the property for its high level of cleanliness, with several reviews highlighting its spotless condition. However, one review mentions cleanliness issues, which slightly impacts the overall score.
The property's location is frequently praised for being central and convenient for visiting nearby villages and York itself. The proximity to local pubs and restaurants is also appreciated, contributing to a high score in this category.
Guests find the cottage comfortable, with special mentions of cosy beds and a homely atmosphere. A few comments about the size of the beds and the presence of a shower without a full en-suite slightly affect the score.
The cottage is well-equipped for most guests, though some mention the lack of Wi-Fi and a tumble dryer, and minor issues with kitchen utensils and appliances. These comments suggest room for improvement in facilities and maintenance.
Many guests appreciate the thoughtful gestures such as welcome packages and fresh eggs, although it is noted that such gifts are kindly provided but not guaranteed. The overall sentiment is one of gratitude for the considerate hosts.
About this property
An attractive, brick-built, detached former granary situated in the pretty village of Stillington, lying half way between York and Helmsley, Croft Granary is a delightful property. With traditional pantile roof and original oak beams, this Stillington cottage overlooks the village green and has been tastefully modernised to a good standard. A fitted kitchen with a range of appliances is there for you to make use of also including a dining area, while there is a sitting room to relax in with an electric fire. Hosting two welcoming bedrooms, one being a double which benefits from an en-suite shower cubicle, and the other being a twin, as well as a family bathroom. Surrounded by beautiful farmland and with a huge variety of attractions nearby including family fun at Flamingo Land, the beaches at Scarborough, hiking in the North York Moors, or simply visiting the many towns and villages in the area - there is something for everyone. A wonderful cottage, Croft Granary will be the perfect place for a family getaway.
The small, pretty village of Stillington is situated between York and Helmsley and has a Post Office/shop, pubs, Indian restaurant, fish and chip shop and antiques showroom. From the village, footpaths and bridleways lead to the surrounding countryside and Howardian hill, making the area ideal for walkers. There are many places of interest within driving distence including the Georgian town of Easingwold, Thirsk, Ripon, Harrogate, York, Malton and Helmsley. Other attractions nearby are the stunning North York Moors national park, wonderful abbeys, Castle Howard, the attractions and beaches in Scarborough and Flamingo Land Theme Park. Stillington is a perfect base for exploring this part of Yorkshire.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite shower.
1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, basin and WC.
Ground floor basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room with electric fire.
Storage heaters with electric fire in sitting room.
Electric hob and oven, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, TV, DVD, stereo/CD player, selection of books and DVDs.
All fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and highchair available on request.
Off road parking for 2 cars.
Lawned garden with patio, garden furniture and BBQ.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub 5 mins walk.
Note: Next door neighbour restores steam engines during weekday working hours and as such there may be some associated noise.
Nearby points of interest
- Nunnington Hall
- York Art Gallery
- York Museum Gardens
- Yorkshire Museum
- National Railway Museum
- JORVIK Viking Centre
- York Castle Museum
- Rievaulx Abbey
- World of James Herriot
- Shambles
Reviews (47)
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Mark
...a lovely, cosy, clean & comfortable house in a beautiful area. Friendly, helpful owner and loads of interesting places to visit in this lovely part of the country. We would be very happy to return and highly recommend this great cottage.
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Ashley
Beautiful setting, very comfy and clean house, 2 toilets definitely a bonus as well as a nice big bath, lots of room outside with a small fenced garden and large playhouse loved by the little one and a very welcome surprise, and a grassed area right beside the garden for kids to run off energy as well as being situated beside a massive village green, Lovely owners who made us feel very welcome, lots to do around the area and bus into York was only 45mins my only minor negative, and I do mean minor is the size of the fridge is very small, approx 1/2 size and not reallly big enough for 4 for a whole week, however that's only minor and absolutely isn't going to put me off booking again next year and which I am very much looking forward to , we had lots of fun days out, and it's a lovely place to come home to,
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Robert
Ideal base for exploring York and North Yorkshire, Little touches such as the fresh eggs for breakfast were most welcome.