Guests say
Hill Top is highly praised for its spaciousness, comfort, and stunning views. Guests appreciate the warm welcome from the owners, Ali and Gerry, and the secure garden for pets. The property's location is ideal for exploring North Yorkshire, with easy access to walks, local attractions, and villages. The thoughtful touches, such as welcome packs and dog treats, contribute to a memorable stay.
Guests consistently commend the property for its impeccable cleanliness, with several reviews highlighting the spotless condition upon arrival. The attention to cleanliness is frequently mentioned, indicating a high standard maintained by the owners.
The property's location is frequently praised for its beautiful views and proximity to local attractions, walks, and villages. While most guests find the location ideal, a few mention road noise, which slightly impacts the score.
Numerous guests have noted the comfort of the cottage, mentioning the cosy atmosphere, comfortable beds, and spacious rooms. There is a single mention of uncomfortable mattresses, but overall, the feedback is overwhelmingly positive.
The facilities and maintenance of Hill Top receive high praise for being well-equipped, well-furnished, and offering ample space. The secure garden and underfloor heating are appreciated. A few guests suggest improvements, such as heating control, but these are minor compared to the overall positive feedback.
Guests frequently express gratitude for the thoughtful welcome packs and dog treats provided by the owners. While these gestures are highly appreciated, it is noted that such gifts, though common, 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 (70)
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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!
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Keith
Ali and Gerry were available during the week if we had any requirements. The cottage itself is excellent and the pictures don't do it justice, very well equipped and lots of space. The garden is fully enclosed, so no issues in letting the dogs out. Great to wake up from the really comfy bed to the fantastic views from the cottage. Location is great and just a few minutes from Helmsley (we visited often) and easy reach of a number of other places, it was always nice to return to the cottage after a day of activities to rest and re-charge, in a comfortable environment. We will definitely plan a return visit.
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Geraldine
There are public footpaths nearby with some fantastic views, if you don't mind a climb. The road the cottage is located on can be busy at times, but this didn't bother us. We all really enjoyed our stay.