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2 bedroom accommodation in Hovingham, near Helmsley
Cottage in York with kitchen and fireplace
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2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 5
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Hovingham, near Helmsley
- Place, Howardian Hills7 min walk
- Place, National Trust Nunnington Hall4 min drive
- Place, Castle Howard10 min drive
- Airport, Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)58 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom
1 King Bed
Bedroom
3 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom
Bathroom
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
2 bedroom accommodation in Hovingham, near Helmsley
A perfect base for families, couples or friends to have a truly memorable Yorkshire staycation!. Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview Smart TV, Woodburner
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Cooker, Range, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Coffee Machine
Utility Room: Dishwasher, Washer Dryer
Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Second Floor:
Bedroom 2: 3 x Single (3ft) Beds, Freeview Smart TV. Oil central heating (underfloor in bathroom), electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. . Enclosed garden with patio and garden furniture. On road parking; additional free parking at village hall. No smoking.. Home Cottage is perfectly set in the delightful little village of Hovingham, tucked away outside the historic city of York. This semi-detached 200-year-old stone-built cottage is simply stunning and is everything you would want from a self-catering holiday home. Dating back to the 1800s, Home Cottage has been given the love and attention it deserves and still retains its sense of history and offers a real home from home feel. The cottage itself is just a short drive from the famed Castle Howard with its fabulous grounds making a great place for a family day out with various activities available to keep everyone entertained. Entrance is gained into the comfortable living room which is complete with a stunning wood burner adding extra charm and additional heat, giving a great place to snuggle up in front of the fire on those colder evenings with a glass or two of red wine. The country style kitchen which is fully equipped for all your culinary needs. To the rear of the cottage the enclosed private patio which is a great place for having a glass of fizz al fresco or taking in the morning air with a coffee.
Hovingham is a beautiful village set on the edge of The Howardian Hills situated close to Castle Howard and easy reach to the North York Moors, Yorkshire Dales and the stunning North Yorkshire Coast meaning you have quick access to many scenic walks and fantastic bike trails. The village has a high-end restaurant, hotel with bar and restaurant, bakery with tearooms along with a village store and coffee shop offering lots of choice for food. Hovingham Hall stands in the centre of this picturesque village. Home Cottage is just eight miles from the wonderful market towns of Helmsley and Malton and just 17 miles from York, which is a must.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Free WiFi
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
There are low ceilings, doors and/or beams within the property.
Living room: Freeview Smart TV, Woodburner
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Cooker, Range, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Coffee Machine
Utility Room: Dishwasher, Washer Dryer
Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Second Floor:
Bedroom 2: 3 x Single (3ft) Beds, Freeview Smart TV. Oil central heating (underfloor in bathroom), electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. . Enclosed garden with patio and garden furniture. On road parking; additional free parking at village hall. No smoking.. Home Cottage is perfectly set in the delightful little village of Hovingham, tucked away outside the historic city of York. This semi-detached 200-year-old stone-built cottage is simply stunning and is everything you would want from a self-catering holiday home. Dating back to the 1800s, Home Cottage has been given the love and attention it deserves and still retains its sense of history and offers a real home from home feel. The cottage itself is just a short drive from the famed Castle Howard with its fabulous grounds making a great place for a family day out with various activities available to keep everyone entertained. Entrance is gained into the comfortable living room which is complete with a stunning wood burner adding extra charm and additional heat, giving a great place to snuggle up in front of the fire on those colder evenings with a glass or two of red wine. The country style kitchen which is fully equipped for all your culinary needs. To the rear of the cottage the enclosed private patio which is a great place for having a glass of fizz al fresco or taking in the morning air with a coffee.
Hovingham is a beautiful village set on the edge of The Howardian Hills situated close to Castle Howard and easy reach to the North York Moors, Yorkshire Dales and the stunning North Yorkshire Coast meaning you have quick access to many scenic walks and fantastic bike trails. The village has a high-end restaurant, hotel with bar and restaurant, bakery with tearooms along with a village store and coffee shop offering lots of choice for food. Hovingham Hall stands in the centre of this picturesque village. Home Cottage is just eight miles from the wonderful market towns of Helmsley and Malton and just 17 miles from York, which is a must.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Free WiFi
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
There are low ceilings, doors and/or beams within the property.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
York
York is home to this cottage. National Trust Nunnington Hall and Helmsley Arts Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ampleforth College Golf Club and Malton and Norton Golf Club. Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo and Yorkshire Lavender are also worth visiting.

Hovingham, near Helmsley
What's nearby
- Howardian Hills - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
- National Trust Nunnington Hall - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
- Yorkshire Lavender - 6 min drive - 7.8 km
- Ampleforth Abbey - 9 min drive - 11.5 km
- Castle Howard - 10 min drive - 10.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Fairfax Arms - 8 min drive
- Queens Head Cantonese - 8 min drive
- The Grapes - 4 min drive
- The Feathers Hotel - 10 min drive
- The Plough Inn - 5 min drive
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