Guests say
Hill Top is a well-received cottage with guests praising its cleanliness, stunning location, and comfort. The property boasts a warm welcome from the owners and thoughtful touches, including a welcome pack. It serves as an excellent base for exploring North Yorkshire's attractions and offers a cosy retreat with a log burner and comfortable furnishings.
Reviewers consistently mention the spotless condition of the cottage, with one guest's mother, a former hotel owner, being very impressed with the cleanliness. This suggests a very high standard of cleanliness maintained by the owners.
The location is frequently highlighted as ideal for exploring North Yorkshire, with easy access to local attractions and beautiful scenery. Some guests noted the proximity to a road, but this did not significantly detract from their experience.
Guests have found the cottage to be cosy and comfortable, with special mentions of the comfortable beds and the cosy log burner. One review mentioned uncomfortable mattresses, but this seems to be an isolated opinion.
The cottage is described as well-equipped and spacious, with a secure garden for dogs and a well-stocked kitchen. The presence of a log burner adds to the facilities' appeal, although there is a mention of a lack of heating control.
Many reviews express gratitude for the welcome pack and additional touches like dog treats, indicating the owners' thoughtfulness. However, it should be noted that such gifts, while appreciated, may vary and are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Hill Top is a quintessentially British semi-detached cottage that is situated in the village of Stonegrave, close to the town of Malton, Yorkshire. This delightful home is the perfect place to come back to and unwind after a day of adventure with family or friends alike.
The interior of this stunning cottage is full of character, and features a homely open-plan kitchen/diner/sitting area upon first stepping inside.
From here, you can appreciate scenic countryside views from the window and find all your culinary amenities, including an electric oven, ceramic hob, a fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, a stylish breakfast bar, and a small contemporary snug/lounge area with a TV and warming woodburner to snuggle up to. Moving through the property, you'll be able to find a spacious separate sitting room with an additional woodburner, a bright and separate airy dining room with traditional wooden ceiling beam features, and a ground-floor cloakroom which includes a hand basin and WC. Following from the back door in the dining room, a wonderful patio and outdoor seating area surrounded by a sand-stone cliff can be accessed, where you can sit and enjoy cooked meals or warm evenings with loved ones. Climb the staircase to the first floor and you will find three homely bedrooms, two of which have vaulted beam ceilings for a traditional cottage feel. Ideal for younger guests, the first of these is a twin bedroom, and a charming window seat for quiet time while appreciating the splendid countryside views. The second bedroom has a double bed with courtyard views.
Completing the first floor, there is an elegant king-sized bed in this room with views to the Minster and valley, ample storage space, a TV, and a contemporary en-suite shower room, including a walk-in shower, WC, and hand basin. For those with leisure activities in mind, Stonegrave is in a perfect location nearby to the Ampleforth College Golf Club as well as a number of breathtaking locations such as the North York Moors National Park, and the Horwardian Hills, which is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Venture out to the quaint, nearby cycling city of York which offers a variety of attractions to entertain all the family, such as the famous National Railway Museum, the renowned JorvikViking Centre, York Minster Cathedral, Clifford's Tower, the medieval York City Walls, and scenic riverside walks and boat trips.
Only an hour away by car is the lively seaside town of Whitby, perfect for the summer months. Hill Top cottage is the perfect getaway ideal for families or friends wishing to experience quintessential Yorkshire and its remarkable landscape and destinations. Please note; This property can be booked with Property Reference 1106690 Yon Cottage which is next-door, together sleeping 8 guests
The pretty North Yorkshire village of Hovingham sits amidst the beautiful countryside of the Howardian Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The village is a real gem, with a beck running down the high street, two excellent inns, a traditional village shop, a tea room and a bakery. There are excellent walking and cycling opportunities from the village itself, as well as easy access to the beautiful National Park. The stately home and gardens of Castle Howard are just 4 miles away, and the market towns of Malton and Helmsley are 8 miles away. Historic York and the attractions of the East Coast are further afield but well worth the trip!
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x king-sized, 1 x double (one with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin.
Cloakroom with hand basin and WC.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, hand basin, WC.
Open-plan living area with kitchen with woodburning stove.
Sitting room with woodburning stove.
Separate dining room for six.
Oil central heating with underfloor heating on the ground floor and two woodburning stoves.
Electric oven and ceramic hobs, fridge, freezer, washing machine, and dishwasher, TVs and WiFi (can be temperamental).
Heating oil and power is included in the rent.
Fresh bed linen and towels are included in the rent.
Off road parking for 2 cars.
Rear private enclosed patio with outdoor seating area.
Sorry, no smoking.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Pub 2 miles, shop 2.0 miles.
Note: central heating season 1st October until 31st March, unless requested otherwise.
Note: starter pack of logs and kindling will be provided between 1st October and 31st March.
Note: The road outside, shown on property photographs, has a 40 miles an hour speed limit and can be busy at times, Some road noise may be heard.
Nearby points of interest
- Rievaulx Abbey
- Flamingo Land
Reviews (72)
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Shirley
Ali and Gerry were friendly and welcoming and had a left a thoughtful, well stocked welcome pack . The house was beautifully clean, well equipped and comfortable. Great location for visiting the stunning Rievaulx Abbey, Castle Howard, Nunnington Hall, and the lovely market town of Helmsley with its volunteer run Walled Garden. Great independent bookshop and fab deli amongst other lovely local shops and tea rooms. Stonegrave Minister just opposite the house is also worth a visit. We were a group of 4 friends and 2 dogs who wanted peace and quiet away from a week of fireworks and it was perfect for just that. Thank you, Shirley and party. âºï¸
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Sue
It is on the side of a main road however the noise did not intrude and we had a great stay.
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Julie
Cosy cottage, beautifully furnished, in an ideal position to explore the area and walk our dogs on many trails, dark sky area which allowed us to see the Northern Lights! The welcome pack of goodies was lovely touch, aswell as a starter pack for the fires (top ups are available at a minimal cost). We loved the fact the owners we nearby for any issues (no issues at all for us) and when we did bump into them, treated as friends. Dispite the cottage on the roadside, there was minimal noise which didn't affect our stay in any way, the cottage has underfloor heating keeping it cosy at all times. All in all....wow....we will definitely be back!