Cosy Cottage on a family farm - Willow Cottage

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A cozy living room with a fireplace, wooden beams, a bookshelf, and a comfortable seating area.
A bedroom with two beds, a wooden dresser, a chair, and a mirror.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a sofa, and a dining area.
A narrow hallway with wooden walls and a carpeted floor.
A bathroom with a toilet, sink, shower, and bathtub.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Internet
  • Refrigerator
  • Dryer
  • Onsite parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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York, England
  • Place, National Trust Nunnington Hall
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Ryedale Folk Museum
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Howardian Hills
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)
    ‪79 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

York

York is home to this holiday home. National Trust Nunnington Hall and Ryedale Folk Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo and Helmsley Arts Centre. North Yorkshire Moors Railway and Yorkshire Arboretum are also worth visiting.
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York, England

What's nearby

  • National Trust Nunnington Hall - 9 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Ryedale Folk Museum - 11 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Howardian Hills - 13 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo - 15 min drive - 16.2 km
  • North York Moors National Park - 15 min drive - 15.8 km

Getting around

  • Castleton Moor Station - 23 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sun Inn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Russell's Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Old School House Deli And Bakery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪George & Dragon Hotel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bay Horse Inn - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cosy Cottage on a family farm - Willow Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Cosy Cottage on a family farm - Willow Cottage?

As of 4 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cosy Cottage on a family farm - Willow Cottage on 16 May 2027 start from NZ$597, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Cosy Cottage on a family farm - Willow Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cosy Cottage on a family farm - Willow Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cosy Cottage on a family farm - Willow Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cosy Cottage on a family farm - Willow Cottage located?

Situated in York, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of National Trust Nunnington Hall, Howardian Hills and Ryedale Folk Museum. Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo and North York Moors National Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay in this peaceful cottage. It was great for our dog as well, and the owners were friendly and welcoming. The buildings themselves are beautiful with high ceilings and big wooden beams. They surround a courtyard that is shared between the three cottages.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very pleasant comfortable cottage
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
The place was full of cobwebs..spiders..was dirty..old..holes in cushions.. microwave had tomato soup splattered all over it ..oven was streaky the glass at front..cups were all tea stained..a pan we wanted to use was all bashed and wonky..it wouldn't heat up on the cooker.The bed was the big one..so uncomfortable..rock hard and everyone we turned over we woke up feeling the springs..glad to be home. ..worst place I've ever stayed tbh..I wouldn't recommend it and wouldn't stay again..with love and attention and being cleaner it could be a lot better
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 September 2026
Well.. what can I say. It’s a shame you didn’t enjoy your stay. It’s also a shame that you didn’t talk to us about your concerns while you were here. Helen and Richard
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
very good, quiet, was everything we needed
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Willow cottage

A lovely quiet cottage with lots of wildlife around
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic stay on this lovely peaceful farm. The cottage was extremely clean and comfortable and in a lovely position. Helen was extremely friendly and welcoming. Thank you for a lovely stay. I would definitely recommend and book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, attentive hosts who were very friendly.The house was warm and comfortable, with plenty of space. Everything we needed was available, and the washer and dryer were an added bonus.Cottage was in a great location, with plenty of shops nearby and easy access to coastal resorts and York.Quiet and peaceful at the cottage, with the lovely courtyard to sit in and beautiful fields all around.We loved our stay at the cottage and would recommend it for a relaxed holiday.Thank you to the owners.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 February 2026
So glad you had a good holiday !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Farm Retreat

Rural, Quiet, Historic, Comfortable, Clean and Spacious
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Basic accommodation as was advertised but comfortable enough with plenty of hot water and lovely hot shower. Beautiful courtyard outside the cottage and lovely big paddock over the road which our Labrador loved. Good value for money and excellent position for exploring the beautiful North Yorkshire moors and ridings, only 15 minutes from Pickering to catch the North Yorkshire moors steam railway. We really enjoyed our time there and the owners were very helpful and welcoming.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great geographical place to explore the North York Moors

Accurate as to advertised
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cute cottage in a lovely courtyard, private and with good parking. Helpful, friendly hosts who left you to do your own thing. Would definitely book again, thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Willow cottage

The cottage was in a beautiful courtyard . Was very cosy cottage . An ideal place for relaxation. Took our dogs with us . They loved the open space behind the cottage . Helen and richard were very friendly .Will definately be booking again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

holiday

what amazeing time we had a rest well needed very warm and welcomeing love it i would go back again
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 September 2023
Lovely, see you both again hopefully 😊
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful perfection

The cottage is basic but has all you need for a relaxed stay. Set in a pleasant walled garden it offers the perfect place to unwind or explore the Yorkshire dales. Peaceful with no interference from the owner who was available should any problem arise (nothing did). Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will certainly book again should we be visiting the area. Our golden retriever also loved the place, he has sulked all the way home as he had made this place his own.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
We stayed in willow cottage, one of 3 cottages in a pretty courtyard. Whilst the accommodation was far from modern, it did hold a quaint old fashioned charm. Remember, you are staying on a working farm, so the owners are busy with their everyday farm work, but they were very friendly. Kirkbymoorside is only 6 miles away and there is a decent sized co op and some artisan shops. We loved the constant display from the numerous swifts that nest in the open barn within the courtyard. We couldn't stay the full 5 days for family reasons, but we did find out time there relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely and quiet getaway

Lovely and quiet getaway for 4 nights. A place to escape the hustle and stress of life. Cosy little cottage with everything you need for daily living. We brought most of the food we needed. We took our small dog and she loved it. The courtyard within the 3 cottages has lawn/slabs/ stone and a nice little pond. We went to a small wood a few miles away near Middleton (millennium wood), so that she could go off lead for half an hour whilst we strolled. There's a few places of interest not far away. Brill if you're a member of English Heritage and National Trust. Yorkshire Lavender is lovely for a relaxing walk around. Overall, well worth staying here, we will book again in the near future. We used the co-op few bits.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The listing does not do it justice

There were far more amenities than it seemed for the listing and price. There was washing up liquid, cleaners, lots of kitchen equipment, magazines, books and DVDs. Everything was very clean. The photos for not do it justice. We were really pleased and the building was lovely. There was a lovely outside area with swallows flying around. Would be great to have a photo of this on the listing. Would be great for a young family as the bedroom has a double bed, single bed and cot. The area is gorgeous with lots to do. I would recommend a sign in the car park so you know you have arrived but apart from that could not want any more for the amazingly low price.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hidden Gem in a quiet county setting

This by far was the best stay I have experienced in the past 15 years, I appreciated the no nonsense atitude and the clearly better talue than the price implied! This is a hidden Gem. I have been here for 7 weeks working in a local town. There is a full services town only 10 minutes up the road with petrol, co-op, pharmacy, chinese take away and a chippy with good fare. The more touristy destinations of Whitby, Scarborough (are under an hour drive across the Vales) and many coastal and Yorkshire Vale walks nearby. There is even a Steam train from Pickering to Whitby, with the Pickering station only a 20 minute drive as well. And for the anglers, good fishing in all the nearby rivers. Only good things to say about Helen and Richard our hosts. Everything requested was accommodated and everything expected for the price was significantly exceeded. I cant say enough except that this is an easy choice! Beautifully calm and quiet farm setting in a private grassy courtyard with patios, seating, a water feature and only 3 cottages - all with privacy, heating, all amenities and and great hosts. How welcome I felt and how much a home away from home this is. Thank you Helen and Richard for a great experience! Bob
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 September 2023
Thank you Bob, the pleasure of your company was all ours. Helen and Richard
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

lovely relaxing stay

the cottage forms part of an enclosed courtyard that backs on to the farm yard. within the courtyard are 3 cottages, a small pond and mature planting which was frequented by many birds that were lovely to watch while sitting outside enjoying a coffee. the cottage itself had 2 bedrooms at opposite ends and an open living/dining/kitchen in the middle. everything was there that was needed from kitchen utensils and crockery, beds were made up and coal/kindling for the fire of needed. although there were a few cobwebs within the beams of the open ceiling, the furnishings were a little dated and some general wear and tear throughout, the cottage felt very homely and cosy. there is also a small, separate utility room in one corner of the courtyard that has a washing machine, dryer and chest freezer that can be used. there is also an ironing board but no iron i had sent a couple of messages via the website with queries and had replies fairly quickly. we only met the hosts very briefly on arrival to be shown where cottage was and we saw them again when we left just saying we were away. the main road from Scarborough to Thirsk is around 2 miles from the farm. Kirkbymoorside is the nearest town around 1 mile along this road. there are plenty of places to see and things to do. budget for parking as every car park is charged from around £2.40 per hour. if planning on visiting a few English Heritage sites consider becoming a member will definitely book again, lovely and peaceful
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2024
Thank you Teresa - I have found the iron and popped it in the correct place!☺️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Basic but comfortable accommodation. Very quiet and peaceful. Friendly and helpful hosts.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
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