Guests say
Sunbeck Gatehouse is highly praised for its stunning gardens, peaceful environment, and wildlife. Guests appreciate the cleanliness, comfort, and the warm welcome provided by the owners, Shirley and Richard. The property's location is ideal for exploring North Yorkshire, with local pubs and attractions nearby. The cottage's conservatory is a highlight, offering views of the garden and birdlife. Guests often mention returning, indicating a memorable and enjoyable stay.
Reviews consistently mention the cottage being clean and well-maintained, suggesting a high standard of cleanliness that contributes to the overall positive experience of the guests.
The property is commended for its quiet, rural setting with convenient access to local villages and attractions. Its peaceful location is a recurring theme in guest feedback.
Guests find the cottage comfortable, with a good bed, shower, and seating. The presence of a conservatory adds to the comfort by providing a space to enjoy the surrounding wildlife.
The cottage is described as well-equipped, with special mentions of the conservatory and bird feeders. However, one guest suggested the mattress may need replacing, and another noted the absence of Wi-Fi, slightly impacting the score.
Several reviews mention a warm welcome and thoughtful touches like a cake on arrival. While these gestures are appreciated, they are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Raskelf 2 miles. An attractive, detached cottage adjoining the owners' house in wide, open countryside, just two miles from the village of Raskelf and four miles from the market town of Easingwold. Set over the ground floor, this warm and cosy Easingwold cottage is ideal for a couple to enjoy a country break in this beautiful and historical area and is perfect for exploring the stunning scenery of the Howardian Hills, the Vale of York and the eastern Dales before returning to a lovely haven of peace and tranquillity. The cottage is set amongst one and a half acres of the owners' superb gardens, with both formal and wild gardens, a lovely orchard and, the centrepiece of the outstanding layout, a beautiful pond with extensive decking to sit out and enjoy the local wildlife. The accommodation in this Raskelf cottage consists of an open- plan living area with well-equipped kitchen, cosy sitting area with French doors to a private sitting out area, and a small dining area. A shower room and delightful double bedroom complete the layout and all the windows afford pretty views of the surrounding gardens. Set within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this Raskelf cottage offers superb walking opportunities, with a wide network of public footpaths. The elegant Georgian town of Easingwold has a wide cobbled market square, lined with an array of quality shops, cafes and traditional inns offering fine dining. Visit the nearby city of York and tour the National Railway Museum, Jorvik Viking Centre and the spectacular Minster and be sure to walk the medieval city walls for a unique view of this wonderful city. With the pretty country towns of Helmsley, Thirsk and Hovingham close by and attractions such as Rievaulx Abbey and Castle Howard to enjoy, this Raskelf cottage is a splendid base for a relaxing romantic holiday.
The small market town of Easingwold is set within the Vale of York, on the edge of the North York Moors National Park. The town centre boasts a large market square surrounded by splendid Georgian buildings, plus there are also pretty village greens, and a good selection of shops, pubs and cafes.
Accommodation
All ground floor: One double bedroom with TV.
Shower room with shower, basin and WC.
Open plan living area with kitchen, sun room dining area over looking the garden.
Electric heating with electric fire.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, use of owner's washing machine and tumble dryer, 2 x TVs with FreeSat, Wi-Fi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off road parking for 2 cars.
Front and rear courtyard with patio, lawned area, orchard, pond and decked area with furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub 2 miles.
Note: Cottage is not suitable for children.
Nearby points of interest
- World of James Herriot
- Rievaulx Abbey
- Nunnington Hall
- National Railway Museum
- York Museum Gardens
- Yorkshire Museum
- York Art Gallery
Reviews (43)
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Philip
Shirley and Richard were lovely we would definitely recommend it
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Sylvia
This cottage is in a rural location and is perfect for total relaxation the owners make you feel really welcome and nothing is to much trouble the cottage is in their grounds and they encourage you to use all their garden seating areas to relax
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Janet
Shirley and Richard were very welcoming and we could walk around the garden and were able to watch all the birds and wildlife. Jack and Janet Oddy