Guests say
The Barn Ivy Cottage receives high praise for its cleanliness, peaceful setting, and well-equipped facilities. Guests appreciate the quiet location, comfortable beds, and thoughtful touches like welcome baskets. The property is ideal for family stays and offers easy access to York and surrounding attractions. Some guests mention minor issues with maintenance and comfort, but overall experiences are very positive.
Guests consistently commend the property for its exceptional cleanliness, often describing it as spotless and well-maintained. The attention to cleanliness contributes significantly to the overall positive experience.
The property's location is frequently highlighted as quiet and peaceful, despite being near a main road. Its proximity to York, park and ride facilities, and local amenities is seen as convenient, although some guests note the busy road and parking challenges.
Comfort is generally well-received, with guests finding the beds super comfy and the property cosy. However, some guests mention issues with furniture comfort and accessibility for those with mobility concerns, slightly impacting the overall comfort score.
Facilities are praised for being well-equipped and adding to the property's charm. The separate utility room and private garden are appreciated. However, there are comments about the need for maintenance, such as a cracked window and exterior woodwork, which suggest room for improvement.
The hosts' thoughtfulness is evident through mentions of welcome packs and good communication. While these gestures are warmly received, it is noted that such gifts are a bonus and may vary with each stay.
About this property
York 5 miles. Situated on the owners' working livestock farm in a rural location, is this stunning detached barn conversion near the village of Kexby in North Yorkshire. Set mostly on the ground floor, this cottage is in an ideal location for families and friends wishing to explore one of the most beautiful parts of the country. The decor in the cottage combines original features with contemporary touches all cleverly designed to make your stay comfortable and luxurious. There is an open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area, along with three bedrooms. These consist of a king-size double, a double with exposed beams on a mezzanine floor, which is reached by a spiral staircase from the twin bedroom, which intern has its own en-suite bathroom. This superb cottage has a lovely lawned garden complete with barbecue and picnic area, which overlooks fields, providing a very private aspect and the perfect place to relax with a refreshing drink, whilst planning the next days adventures. There is a wealth of things to do in the area, with the wonderful city of York only five miles away and there's a bonus of a park and ride facility only a five minute drive away from this lovely cottage. York has a plethora of visitor attractions such as the iconic York Minster, the Jorvik Viking Centre, the Shambles, Castle Museum, Clifford's Tower, National Railway Museum and so much more you will have to return again and again! Visits to the Howardian Hills, which form an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Castle Howard, the North York Moors, the Yorkshire Dales and the lovely Yorkshire coastline all make fabulous days out. This superb cottage is an excellent touring base for exploring this fabulous part of the country.
The city of York needs no recommendation, for it teems with interest for the holidaymaker. York boasts the Minster, medieval walls, boat trips on the River Ouse, York Races, museums (including the famous National Railway Museum and the Castle Museum), and the internationally-renowned Jorvik Viking Centre.
Accommodation
Mostly ground floor.
Three bedrooms with TV: 1 x king-size double, 1 x twin with en-suite bath, shower over, basin and WC leading to 1 x mezzanine double (accessed via spiral staircase).
Shower room with shower, basin and WC.
Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area.
External utility.
Oil central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine and tumble dryer in utility, dishwasher, 4 x TVs with Freeview, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and highchair.
Off road parking for 3 cars.
Lawned garden with patio and BBQ.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shops and pub 1 mile.
Note: Mezzanine double is accessed via a spiral staircase.
Note: Property does not accept commercial bookings, accepts holiday rentals only.
Note: This property only accepts bookings with a minimum of three nights
Nearby points of interest
- JORVIK Viking Centre
- Shambles
Reviews (40)
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Michael
The kids loved our last mini holiday together. Now theyâre getting older and it was the perfect way to end our adventures. Thank you
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Tracy
The visiting cows at the end of the drive were lovely to see and the resident cat too. All in all a lovely break at The Barn Ivy Cottage .
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Carol
Near York and coast a lot to do nearby and could not hear Road inside the property a bit aware of it in garden though. Great for kids who could just run in and out of garden and play. Enjoyed playing monopoly from cupboard in evening. Also enjoyed seeing cows in field next door and tractors.