Guests say
Sykes Lodge in Malton is highly praised for its stunning bedrooms, spacious and well-equipped kitchen, and beautiful surroundings. Guests consistently commend the property's cleanliness, comfort, and the thoughtful touches provided by the welcoming owners. The hot tub and paddock are popular features, and the lodge's charm is enhanced by its mix of modern amenities with traditional character. The location is ideal for exploring local attractions, and the property is perfect for both family gatherings and group stays, offering a private and luxurious experience.
Guests consistently mention the immaculate condition of Sykes Lodge upon arrival, highlighting the cleanliness of the rooms and bathrooms. The property's upkeep appears to be of a high standard, contributing to the overall positive experience.
The lodge's location is frequently praised for its picturesque setting and convenience for visiting local attractions. Its proximity to the town of Malton and other destinations like York and the coast adds to its appeal, although there is no direct mention of the ease of access or transport links.
Comfort is a standout feature, with guests expressing satisfaction with the comfortable beds, cozy living areas, and the overall homely feel of the property. The spaciousness and tasteful decoration of the rooms contribute to a relaxing stay.
The facilities at Sykes Lodge, including the well-equipped kitchen, hot tub, and outdoor games, receive high praise. Guests appreciate the attention to detail and the range of amenities available for entertainment and relaxation. However, there are minor suggestions for improvement, such as the addition of oven trays and a shelter for the hot tub.
The owners' thoughtfulness is evident through the welcome pack and personal touches throughout the property. While guests are delighted by these gestures, it is important to note that such gifts are a courtesy and may vary with each stay.
About this property
A holiday experience in itself, Sykes Lodge is a spectacular conversion of a range of Edwardian farm buildings with an aristocratic heritage. Whilst standing at the foot of the Yorkshire Wolds, a stone's throw from Castle Howard and only 16.3 miles from the historic City of York, the property sits in a parkland setting in some of Yorkshire's most outstanding and peaceful countryside, only 3.3 miles from the vibrant market town of Malton, itself consistently listed in The Times Best Places to Live guide. Once part of the Estate of a leading English aristocrat, Sykes Lodge is set in 10 acres of parkland and bears witness to England's agricultural and social heritage. Whilst embracing the highest standards of modern design and technological standards, the wealth of historic features in the property preserve the integrity of their richly documented past. The accommodation is aimed particularly at multi-generational family groups, with six well-presented bedrooms to choose from to ensure a flexible sleeping arrangement to suit the needs of your group. Here, you will find two super-king-size bedrooms with en-suites, a super-king-size bedroom and three twin bedrooms which are serviced by a further two bathrooms. Spend sociable evenings within the open-plan living room, which boasts an extraordinary vaulted kitchen with a wide range of appliances and equipment including wine and drinks chiller and coffee-making machine, as well a formal dining table and plush sofas. After dinner, retire to the sitting room where a woodburning stove and TV awaits you, or spend a moment or two within the library which provides a wealth of visitor and historical information and a variety of fiction and non-fiction books for you and your loved ones to enjoy. Continuing to impress, wherever possible, particular attention has been paid to access for less-able guests, with the provision of wide doorways and easy exterior thresholds, to the wheelchair-friendly courtyard surfaces and interior flooring. To the outside, look forward to exploring the ample seating areas, with a BBQ for rustling up some summer treats before you dip into a bubbling commercial grade Jacuzzi Spa located within the courtyard. A short car journey will bring you to Malton, which is a superb destination hub for niche shopping and particularly as a showcase for local produce, ensuring that there's no better place to enjoy a choice of high quality cuisine from country pubs to the best of independent restaurants. Malton also boasts its own cinema, golf course and mainline railway station with direct links to York, Scarborough and Leeds. For the nostalgic traveller, hop on the North Yorkshire Moors Steam Railway at the nearby town of Pickering, promising a fabulous way to experience the unsurpassed Yorkshire landscape to the coast. Sykes Lodge is an outstanding base for a family gathering to this part of Yorkshire.
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Malton is a market town is situated within North Yorkshire, just 18 miles away from the city of York. Within the town you will find a many interesting buildings including the old Corn Exchange and Assembly Rooms, as well as a general market, and a livestock and farmers’ markets. Within the surrounding area you will find opportunities for walking and cycling upon the Yorkshire Moors and the Yorkshire Wolds.
Accommodation
Please note: single bed configuration is flexible and to be requested at time of booking.
All-ground-floor.
Six bedrooms: 2 x super-king-size bed with en-suite, 1 x super-king-size, 3 x twins (4ft sofa bed located in the library available on request, 2 x single beds available in old hay loft which is accessible from the 6th bedroom, please be aware this is only suitable for responsible young adults and is accessed by a mezzanine style ladder).
2 x bathrooms with bath, basin and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Open-plan living room with sitting area leading into the kitchen, dining area and also with a sitting area.
Library
Oil central heating with underfloor heating and woodburning stove.
Dishwasher, fridge/freezer, wine cooler, coffee machine, 2 x ovens, built in microwave, induction hob, washing machine, Smart TV in living room and kitchen, books and WiFi.
Fuel, power and starter pack for fire included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and highchair provided by prior arrangement.
Secure off-road parking for six cars with unlimited adjacent parking.
Garden area with seating, BBQ and Jacuzzi Spa in courtyard area.
Access to parkland.
Two pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking allowed.
Pub within 2.1 miles, shop within 2.7 miles.
Note: Dogs must be kept on leads with in parkland.
Note: Helicopter arrivals can be accommodated by prior arrangement.
Note: All ground floor accommodation, wide doorways and wheelchair-friendly courtyard surfaces and interior flooring throughout; the owner is happy to assist with any accessibility or mobility questions prior to booking and a ramp can easily be provided for complete access to the southern wing if required.
Owner lives on site, will meet and greet on arrival, and is on call for the duration of your stay.
Sykes Lodge is located in a quiet residential community of former farm buildings, please show all due consideration and respect for the owner and the neighbours during your stay
Nearby points of interest
- Flamingo Land
- JORVIK Viking Centre
- Shambles
Reviews (57)
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Natalie
A group of us stayed here for a week and it was everything I had hoped for and more. The property owners were great and sorted a couple of requests out immediately. There was plenty of room for everyone to have their own space as well as large social areas. We loved the hot tub. The location is great, enough into the country to feel away from everything but only a 10 minute drive into the local town. I would love to come back one day.
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Maureen
This spacious, beautifully presented accommodation exceeded our expectations; it had everything we needed for a very memorable family holiday. The enclosed grassed area was perfect for 6 young grandchildren to safely run and play in, the dog loved it too! Hot tub was a great hit with Mums and Dads! Alexandra and Michael were excellent hosts, responding happily to any requests or questions, which we really appreciated. This was a very special holiday which has given us many wonderful memories to cherish! Thank you so much Alexandra and Michael, we hope to return soon!
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Elsa
Super for a family get together.