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This beautiful 17th century detached thatched cottage overlooks Rievalux Abbey.

Cottage in York with kitchen and furnished balcony

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Dishwasher, high chair, freezer
Exterior
Children’s area
Dishwasher, high chair, freezer
Living area
In a secluded valley, Swiss Cottage offers a charming retreat with its 17th century thatched roof and beautiful views of Rievalux Abbey. Enjoy quality furnishings, an electric woodburner, and garden furniture on the rear terrace.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

This beautiful 17th century detached thatched cottage overlooks Rievalux Abbey.

This beautiful 17th century detached thatched cottage overlooks Rievalux Abbey.. 4 steps to entrance.

Ground Floor:

Living room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Electric Woodburner

Kitchen/dining room: Electric Range, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine

Utility Room:

Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet

First Floor:

Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Ensuite: Bath With Shower Attachment, Toilet

Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Cot and highchair available on request.. Lawned garden. Rear terrace with garden furniture. Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Nestling in a beautiful secluded valley overlooking the magnificent ruins of Rievaulx Abbey, Swiss Cottage is a delightfully charming, 17th century, detached thatched cottage which is the oldest cottage in picturesque Rievaulx village. A truly enchanting cottage full of its own unique charm and character enhanced with attractive features and stunning views from the living room and the kitchen/dining room. The cottage is presented to a very good standard with quality furnishings, together with great care and attention to detail ensuring a relaxing stay at any time. Shop, pub and restaurant 2½ miles.

Swiss Cottage can be booked together with Mill Cottage (UK2449) and Mill House (UK2088) to accommodate up to 14 guests.

Free WiFi



There are drops in the garden.

Only dogs allowed at the property.

There are low ceilings, doors and/or beams within the property.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Outdoor areas

  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

su-UK2450-UK2450
2 Bedroom Accommodation in Rievaulx Near Helmsley

About the area

Map
Rievaulx, near Helmsley

What's nearby

  • Rievaulx Abbey - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Hemsley Walled Garden - 7 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Ampleforth Abbey - 13 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Sutton Bank National Park Centre - 16 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo - 30 min drive - 33.9 km

Getting around

  • Thirsk Station - 26 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Fairfax Arms - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Feathers Hotel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hearts Of Ampleforth - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Star Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Royal Oak - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is This beautiful 17th century detached thatched cottage overlooks Rievalux Abbey. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at This beautiful 17th century detached thatched cottage overlooks Rievalux Abbey.?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at This beautiful 17th century detached thatched cottage overlooks Rievalux Abbey.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is This beautiful 17th century detached thatched cottage overlooks Rievalux Abbey. located?

Situated in York, this cottage is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Rievaulx Abbey and within 3 miles (5 km) of Helmsley Castle and North York Moors National Park. Cleveland Way and Hemsley Walled Garden are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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