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Emerald's Barn

York (12Miles), North Yorkshire
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Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
No Dogs
5 star
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Games / Play facilities
Luxury
Romantic
Tennis Court
Rustic
Parking on site / nearby
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
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At a glance

• Spacious and luxurious accommodation with wood burner and large en suite
• Play tennis on the court, spot wildlife in the garden or spend the day in nearby York
• Grade II-listed former granary, converted to the highest standard

Property code: G0057

See inside this gorgeous barn conversion set in open countryside, 14 miles from central York. With its wonderful uninterrupted views, elegant interiors and shared tennis court on the grounds, it's the perfect choice for couples looking for a sophisticated country escape. And when town calls, stunning medieval York is a is great place to visit while on your holidays.

 

Dating back to the early 19th century, this cottage is a Grade II listed building which now makes a luxurious and comfortable holiday home. Much of the character of the old brick and pantile barn remains, with exposed beams overhead giving you a sense of the building's history.

 

Downstairs, you'll find a very spacious open-plan living space with an elegant and peaceful ambience, home to the sitting, kitchen and dining area. Floor to ceiling windows and a glazed door provide far reaching views of the wild flower meadow and Howardian Hills beyond.

 

In the sitting area, there's plenty of comfy seating to snuggle up on and a wood burner set within an inglenook fireplace that keeps everything cosy. All wood is provided, so enjoy lighting up the fire every evening and settling down by its warm glow. And of course, the barn comes with full central heating.

 

For your entertainment there's a wall-mounted TV with SKY and Wi-Fi is also provided. And readers will love the mini library provided along the stairs.

 

The kitchen boasts cheerful blue tones and sleek styling. There's a dishwasher, fridge with an ice-box, ceramic hob, oven and a microwave. Coffee lovers will appreciate the Nespresso coffee machine. Settle down on your terrace with a cup to enjoy the morning sun.

 

The farmhouse dining table is just perfect for two. Pick up some excellent local produce from the village shop and rustle up a proper Yorkshire breakfast. Take your time and peruse the morning papers whilst you plan your day. A charming dresser is home to your glassware and crockery.

 

Make your way upstairs into the eaves of the barn to discover a generous master bedroom. This beautiful room features a super-king sleigh bed dressed in the finest cotton bed linen with plush velvet curtains adding to the sense of luxury. French doors lead out onto a Juliet balcony offering a bird's eye view of the surrounding landscape. It's a joy to throw open the doors and welcome in the sights and sounds of the Yorkshire countryside. The bedroom is also home to an easy chair, chest of drawers and plenty of inbuilt hanging space.

 

The bathroom is next door, another generous room with a fabulous free-standing bath. Sink in for a long soak after a busy day's sightseeing or hiking in the North York Moors. There's also a walk-in high-pressure shower, perfect for waking you up each morning.

 

Outside this beautiful barn, you'll find a sheltered stone terrace complete with outdoor furniture. Take your breakfast or lunch alfresco with the sun on your face. The field next to the barn has been recently planted as a wild flower meadow and is a riot of colour in late Spring, just the spot to throw down a blanket for a picnic. The grounds also have a tennis court, available for use by arrangement, and a large barn next door which is perfect for storing bikes. Your hosts live in the adjacent farmhouse next door.

 

For lovers of wildlife, kestrels, buzzards, skylarks, lapwings, curlews and geese are regular visitors, as are deer, hares and badgers.

  • 1 super king-size bedroom
  • 1 en-suite bathroom with freestanding bath, walk-in shower and WC
  • Oven, hob, microwave, dishwasher, fridge and ice box
  • Wood burner (between October  to March there is a £25 per week charge for unlimited logs - payable to the owner directly)
  • LCD TV and Sky
  • Two terraces for outdoor meals
  • Tennis court available for use upon arrangement
  • Pub and shop within 2 miles
  • Regret no toddlers/children. Babes in arms welcome, guests to provide their own cot.
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £150 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £20. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

This cosy cottage is tucked away down a long private lane in the picturesque countryside just North of York. It’s a 14 mile drive or you can catch a bus from the local village Stillington, just 2 miles away.

This pretty village has three pubs, one of which is an award-winning gastropub, and a fish and chip shop - so lots of choice for eats – as well as a shop.

Perfectly positioned to visit the very best of North Yorkshire, the cottage sits on the edge of an area called the Howardian Hills. Designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in 1987, this land of lush pastures and woodlands plays host to grand country houses, atmospheric ruins and handsome market towns.

Any visit to this area must include a day trip into York, a favourite amongst even the most seasoned of travellers. History seeps out of every cobbled street but the crooked old buildings also house a fantastic range of designer shops, cafes, restaurants and bars. Make sure you take in York Minster, The Shambles, the Railway Museum and Betty's tea room whilst you're there.

If walking or cycling is your thing, there are lots of beautiful paths and routes in the area, some right from the doorstep. If you fancy serious hiking, the North York Moors landscape offers some of the best trails in the country. Take a trip up to the top of the high moorlands around Blakey Ridge (27 miles) and breathe in that clear Yorkshire air.

The beautiful market town of Helmsley (14 miles) is within easy driving distance and is well worth a visit. Head 16 miles east to find Malton, another gorgeous market town offering lots of lovely independent shops and cafes to indulge in, or the charming market town of Easingwold is a great option at just 6 miles from the cottage.

Rachel Stowe

This property is personally managed by Rachel.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 25 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Keith 20th September 2024

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Emerald Barn cottage is a delight, warm and cozy, clean and comfortable everything you expect from a holiday rental, but rarely get with some other companies this is the exception. Our thanks go to Tim for the use of your cottage and to your two little helpers. We hope to see you again sometime in the future. Keith and Isabella

Reviewed by Norman 30th August 2024

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Reviewed by Kevin 2nd August 2024

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Amazing property. Best we visited

Reviewed by Jessie 21st June 2024

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We really enjoyed our holiday here. Emerald's Barn is a lovely place to stay in with all that you could need. It is surrounded by beautiful countryside with a wealth of wildlife and walks from the door. Tim and Claire made us very welcome and were both helpful but also unobtrusive. We will be back!

Reviewed by Ann 3rd May 2024

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Emerald Cottage was delightful with absolutely gorgeous views wherever you looked. It's situated in such a peaceful location with everything you could need. It was great being able to use the tennis course and we enjoyed the visits from the owners' dogs. Would highly recommend and would love to revisit.

Reviewed by Gill 26th April 2024

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Fabulous quiet and relaxing location. Beautiful property. A lovely welcome from the owners. Brilliant for walking.

Reviewed by Robert 16th February 2024

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A fantastic place to stay, well designed throughout and very welcoming. Ideal location for visiting York and other sites and not too far from pubs and restaurants.

Reviewed by Martin 9th February 2024

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A truly lovely place to stay, tastefully decorated with all the facilities that you'd expect to find, creating a cosy and relaxing environment. A great rural location but with amenities not far away and lots of nearby places of interest to visit. Very helpful owners and a very welcome 'welcome' pack.

Reviewed by Joanna 24th November 2023

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Beautiful peaceful rural location with stunning views, comfortable, tasteful cottage, hospitable hosts and thoughtful extras on arrival, highly recommended particularly for a wonderful, romantic break.

Reviewed by Tracy 20th October 2023

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Wow what an amazing find. Emerald Barn has everything you could want and more. Tim and Claire are so friendly, but without being intrusive. Lots of special treats for us on Arrival which was really appreciated after a long drive. The woodburning stove is wonderful after a day out visiting the surrounding area.

Reviewed by Dee 29th September 2023

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Lovely converted barn in a beautiful setting - location provides the perfect getaway! Lovely walks close by and the market town of Helmsley is a good place to visit for a couple of hours with plenty of nice coffee shops and little gift shops - the Ginger Bear in particular! The Curious Coffee Company is a great coffee shop in Easingwold with deliciRead moreous coffee and scones. Would recommend the Durham Ox pub in Crayke - great atmosphere & delicious food. Tim & Claire friendly and on hand if needed. Hide

Reviewed by Nigel 22nd September 2023

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Reviewed by Dermott 8th September 2023

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Reviewed by Geoffrey 3rd September 2023

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This is a gem of an accommodation. The only criticism, if one can call it such, is that the owner has underplayed what a wonderful cottage and location is provided. The location is well off the beaten track situated as it is in the middle of green fields yet just 5 minutes from the lovely village of Stillington. The owners are receptive and helpfulRead more without in any way being intrusive. If someone is looking for an upmarket cottage in North Yorkshire it will be difficult to find anything better. Hide

Reviewed by Richard 14th July 2023

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Reviewed by Nick 30th June 2023

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Stunning cottage in rural location. Well equipped and thoughtful and welcoming owners. Lots to do in the area including National Trust and Yorks attractions. Local pubs offer good food and a warm welcome. Highly recommended.

Reviewed by Ann 16th June 2023

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Lovely cottage, well appointed, fantastic quiet location and the owners very welcom8ng and helpful.

Reviewed by Julia 19th May 2023

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I would thoroughly recommend Emerald's Barn to any one looking for a comfortable, well appointed home from home. It is in a beautiful rural location ideal to rest and recuperate or as we did, use it as a base to explore, York, Whitby, various stately houses, RHS Harlow Carr and the surrounding area and walks. Lovely scenery is just outside the windRead moreows, along with a lot of wild life. My partner and I will go back again. Tim and Claire are very helpful, friendly, and nothing is too much trouble. Hide

Reviewed by Ian 14th April 2023

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Our stay last week at Emeralds Barn was very enjoyable. The accommodation and location were excellent! We also got very lucky with the weather! Our hosts Tim and Claire were very helpful and considerate. Thanks again for the bubbly and card for Angelas birthday, it was much appreciated.

Reviewed by Rick 18th March 2023

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Outstanding property. Great location. First class hosts. Looking forward to a return visit. An absolute delight!!

Reviewed by Jack 27th February 2023

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Faultless property and perfect hosts - thankyou very much indeed!

Reviewed by STUART 18th February 2023

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Beautifully appointed barn conversion in the middle of farmland with generous, friendly hosts on site. Easy 25 minute drive into York.

Reviewed by Francis 22nd December 2022

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We spent Christmas at Emerald Barn and when we arrived the Barn had been beautifully decorated with Christmas and even the log fire was going so it was cozy and warm on arrival. Tim and Claire were lovely hosts and nothing was any trouble ! Such an idyllic barn and beautiful location . Stillington is the nearest village and we had a lovely meal at Read morethe White Bear which I highly recommend. I booked Christmas Day lunch at the Bay tree also in the village and this was such an amazing lunch ! Hide

Reviewed by David 9th December 2022

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Clean, peaceful, warm. Great hosts too.

Reviewed by Marilyn 28th October 2022

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