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Joby Cottage

Scarborough (8.74 mls) or Pickering (7.74 mls), North Yorkshire
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Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Complex of properties
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Family friendly
Parking on site / nearby
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • A stylish well-presented holiday let close to a range of family attractions
  • Sit by the pond in the delightful garden or cosy up in front of the fire
  • Visit rugged coast, seaside towns, Dalby Forest, Flamingo Land, and North Yorkshire Water Park
Property code: 82542

This light and airy cottage set within a peaceful oasis offers the best of both countryside and coast – ideal for families and friends any time of year!

Escape to this unique holiday cottage in the village of Snainton and have a holiday to remember with your family or friends in North Yorkshire. Situated some 8 miles from Pickering and 9.5 miles from Scarborough, this fabulous holiday home is less than 2 miles from the fringes of the North York Moors National Park and therefore ideally located for country walks and outdoor activities. Plan fun days out to the coast from here as well to Scarborough, with all its traditional seaside appeal, or the quieter beach at Cayton Bay, which is just 10.5 miles from the cottage and a great place for picnics on the sand.

Welcoming six guests, this cleverly arranged holiday property offers spacious accommodation including three bedrooms; it could therefore suit one or two families or a group of friends. It can also be booked together with another nearby property for large parties who are keen to escape together. Take two four-legged friends along with you too if you wish so they can also enjoy getting out and about on long rural hikes. They will also enjoy relaxing at home with you in the enclosed courtyard garden.

Approach this charming village house and make your way into its welcoming accommodation via its reception hall. This space even has a heated cupboard, where you can leave your raincoats and other outerwear to dry off after long, wet, moorland walks. Wander on through into the property, taking a step down into the airy lounge, which offers plenty of room for all members of your party to gather together in the evening. Settle on the sofas in this light-filled room or sit by the window to take in the scenic views. Light the wood burner on chilly evenings then read a few pages of your book or watch the Smart TV for a spell as you bask in its cosy glow.

As mealtimes begin to beckon, head into the kitchen to start thinking about preparing dinner. This capacious room is well equipped with everything you might require during your stay to help you prepare tasty homecooked meals. Gather together round the table to enjoy your feasts and to engage in lively conversations at the end of fun-filled days.

The bedrooms in this village home are all situated up on the first floor. You have a choice between a king-size room, with an en-suite shower room; a double room, with a small bed that could suit younger members of your group; and a super-king-size room, with zip-and-link beds that can be arranged as twins if discussed in advance. The family bathroom is also at this level.

Enjoy the European style of the outside space at this inviting holiday home. Sit beside the stone wall, watch the children close to the pond that can be covered (please discuss this in advance) and eat out here or relax with a cup of tea on warm summer days. Parking for up to two cars can be found at the cottage.

  • 3 bedrooms – 1 super king-size zip-and-link (can be made up as a twin on request), 1 king-size and 1 small double
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 bathroom with shower over bath and WC, and 1 en-suite shower room with shower and WC
  • Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and washing machine
  • Welcome pack included
  • Travel cot and highchair available
  • Smart TV in the lounge
  • Wood burner (first basket of logs included)
  • Patio area with outdoor furniture
  • Secure bike storage
  • Supermarket 7 miles, chip shop, butchers (which both sell a small selection of everyday essentials) and pub within 0.5 miles
  • Small pond in the garden can be covered on request
  • Can be booked alongside Joby Barn
  • Please note - due to size of walls, phone signal can be poor internally 
  • EV charging is not permitted at this property
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 2 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £250 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £30. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

The vibrant and attractive market town of Pickering, 8 miles from Snainton, is perfect for a relaxing wander around its pretty houses, shops and tearooms. Grand Georgian architecture stands alongside cosy traditional cottages to create a picture-postcard location with several excellent restaurants, pubs and cafes in the town. The wonderful North York Moors Railway starts in Pickering where you can catch a steam train to Whitby and back again through some of the most picturesque countryside in Yorkshire.

Beyond Pickering lies the awe-inspiring North York Moors, a landscape of gently rolling hills of heather, ancient woodland and lazy rivers winding through lush green valleys. If you want to get away from it all, take a trip to the top of the high central moorlands, which is also a great option if walking is your thing.

In addition to Pickering, there are many well-heeled towns and villages dotted about the Moors, where honey-coloured sandstone buildings lend a warm contrast to the deep purple and green of the surrounding hills. The beautiful market town of Helmsley is 20 miles away and is well worth a visit for its great restaurants, cafes and delis. If you fancy a little pampering, youll also find a fantastic day spa here.

The charming town of Kirkbymoorside is 15 miles away with its treasure trove of art and antique shops, tearooms, Ryedale Folk Museum and a great market on Wednesdays. There is a theme park and zoo at Flamingo Land, 11.5 miles away and Eden Camp, a fascinating modern history museum, is just 11 miles away.

Visit Scarborough, 9.5 miles away, with its sandy beaches, for a traditional day out at the seaside. Make your way through the historic streets to explore Scarborough Castle or pop into St Mary’s churchyard to visit Anne Bronte’s grave. Enjoy a stroll around the South Cliff area taking in the famous spa and Italian Gardens. Catch the cliff lift down to the beach and walk around to the peaceful North Bay, visit the renowned Sea Life Centre or explore the beautiful Peasholm Park with its boating lake, woodland walks and oriental influences.

The old railway line which ran from Scarborough to Whitby is now a stunning cycle and walking route and is the perfect choice if you feel like a coastal walk taking in some spectacular scenery.

Melanie Meadows

This property is personally managed by Melanie.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 34 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Tony 9th April 2024

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Reviewed by John 12th February 2024

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Joby Cottage is the best holiday cottage weve stayed in and weve stayed in a few. Its one of those places that exceeds your expectations on every level, from cleanliness and state of decoration to amenities and location. It quickly feels like your own home, so comfortable and well equipped is it. The owners have thought of everything, from the doggRead morey supplies box to the music playing on arrival. We loved it. Hide

Reviewed by Sheila 29th December 2023

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Reviewed by Abbie 22nd December 2023

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Reviewed by Alexandra 20th October 2023

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My family and I had a wonderful week in Joby Cottage over half-term. It was extremely clean, comfortable and amazingly well provisioned in terms of equipment, towels, toilet roll etc. The welcome packs for both us humans and Frank the dog were much enjoyed and appreciated too. The cottage is located about 20 minutes drive from Scarborough and aboutRead more 40 minutes from Whitby. We spent our days visiting the beaches and castles, with Joby Cottage providing the perfect retreat to return home to. Hide

Reviewed by Katie 4th October 2023

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We stayed in the cottage with 4 adults and 2 small children. The cottage was amazing. Immaculate clean, cosy and quiet. All the rooms are very spacious and the beds incredibly comfy. The cottage is well equipped with everything you need (and more) on holiday. The host was incredible and the Yorkshire treat basket was cherry on the cake. We really cRead moreouldn't have wished for more. Thank you so much! Hide

Reviewed by Louise 1st September 2023

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Great property in a handy location for accessing all places of interest. Clean and well equipped cottage. We will definitely be back.

Reviewed by Heather 25th August 2023

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Brilliant cottage has everything you need and more. The owner is very pleasant and helpful. Good location great for visiting coast and moors. Welcome Hamper the best we have ever had Thank you Heather Ian Lisa Jacqui Harry and Lucy

Reviewed by Claire 11th August 2023

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Joby cottage is a fantastic holiday house, well located for all sorts of outings: walks in the forest and the moors, beaches (Cayton and Filey: beautiful and dog friendly), Whitby and Staithes, Yorkshire steam train. The cottage is clean, well equipped, nicely decorated and practical. Michaela is very attentive to all what you might need. Many thanRead moreks. Hide

Reviewed by Michelle 4th August 2023

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The cottage is perfectly located to explore the surrounding area as a family with our dog. During our stay we visited: Whitby Yorkshire Railway Dalby Forest (Go APE) York Maze Yorkshire water Park Scarborough The cottage is very quiet (especially through the night) and comfortable. The Coachman Inn (which is less than a ten min walk) does very goodRead more food and is dog friendly. Hide

Reviewed by Dawn 28th July 2023

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Joby Cottage is wonderful. Decor is gorgeous and the cottage is well equipped with everything you need for a comfortable stay. It is also a perfect location as it is off the main road so lovely and quiet from traffic. Would highly recommend to o anyone wanting a lovely cottage within driving distance to seaside towns and little villages.

Reviewed by Victoria 21st July 2023

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A beautiful and cosy cottage. Living room was so relaxing and loved the window seats dotted around the property. I especially enjoyed reading in the morning in the area overlooking the garden with a cuppa! Everything you could possibly need is provided even a great hamper upon arrival. Neighbours are friendly too. Must try Glaves Butchers. Thank yoRead moreu so much, definitely recommend. Hide

Reviewed by Jan 7th July 2023

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Reviewed by David 16th June 2023

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First class.

Reviewed by Glynis 2nd June 2023

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We stayed in Joby Cottage with our good friends and our dogs and it suited us perfectly from both the location and its amenities which were first class. We would definitely recommend this to both families and dog owners. Well located for all the local villages and seaside beaches. Great local pub in walking distance and good dog walks.

Reviewed by Anne 19th May 2023

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Reviewed by Peta 28th April 2023

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Would highly recommend this beautiful comfortable cottage which is set in a lovely location.

Reviewed by Bev 7th April 2023

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I would highly recommend Joby cottage. A truly relaxing haven, peaceful and tranquil. The decor is tasteful with real comfort in mind. All the little extras - flowers and a lovely welcome pack.

Reviewed by Anne 31st March 2023

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Lovely, tastefully decorated and well equipped cottage in a quiet, but accessible, location within easy reach of the North Yorkshire Coast. Super welcome pack and really helpful information provided by Michaela, including details of beaches such as Runswick Bay, great for fossil hunting. Great local pub for a meal out and log burning stove with supRead moreplies for evenings in after a day at the beach. Highly recommended. Hide

Reviewed by Alison 4th March 2023

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The cottage was lovely and well equipped. Michaela was fab and left a lovely welcome pack. We found the cottage to be in a quite location and easy to get to the places we wanted to visit.

Reviewed by Jill 28th October 2022

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The cottage and location do not disappoint. Quality furnishings, bedding and kitchen facilities. Generous supply of logs and a lovely welcome basket for both human and canines alike. Very quietly situated, but within easy reach of the coast (a big draw for us). Private off street parking for two cars. Great communication from the owner prior to arrRead moreival. Absolutely top notch. Hide

Reviewed by Virginia 16th September 2022

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Joby Cottage is a lovely property, beautifully and tastefully decorated and spotlessly clean. It is situated off the main road so it is quiet but easily accessible. I would advise having the pond covered if you have small children or an inquisitive dog like ours, who fell in it within half an hour of arrival! We took the train from Seamer station tRead moreo York, it wasn't expensive, it's a nice journey and there's no hassles with parking. The steam train from Pickering to Whitby is a great day out too! Hide

Reviewed by Michael 9th September 2022

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Fantastic property. Comfortable beds and furniture and generally well equipped. Relaxing vibe of decor and very clean and tidy upon arrival together with generous starter pack. Great place.

Reviewed by Alex 2nd September 2022

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Cottage immaculate, beautifully designed and more than enough space for 4 adults, 1 toddler, a baby and a dog! Lovely outdoor seating area. Not a lot to do in Snainton itself, although at least a fish and chip shop and serviceable pub. So much to do in the local area and it was wonderful to return to Joby Cottage each evening. Michaela was an amaziRead moreng host, checking everything was in order before our holiday and checking in at the end - plus a gorgeous welcome hamper! Would stay again. Hide

Reviewed by Lisa 5th August 2022

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Gorgeous holiday cottage in the the scenic village of Snainton. Joby cottage has been lovingly restored and is spacious and modern. The garden is such a lovely space to relax in and we loved the tranquility listening to the water in the small pond. Thank you for a relaxing stay in your beautiful cottage and gorgeous hamper.

Reviewed by Olivia 29th July 2022

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The cottage was perfect. It was super clean, the welcome pack was very generous and the location was great. Snainton is a lovely picturesque village. The cottage is well away from the main road, so lovely and quiet. The outside area was a good size and enclosed, so small children and dogs are safe. I would recommend staying here and visiting North Read moreEast Yorkshire. Hide

Reviewed by Mike 1st July 2022

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Lovely cottage, beautifully decorated. Couldnt ask for any more from a holiday place. Nice relaxing outside space and great kitchen and sitting area. Highly recommend this cottage for anyone who wants a perfect location for exploring all that Yorkshire has to offer.

Reviewed by David 17th June 2022

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Excellent property with everything we desired available. Spotlessly clean, ideal for relaxing. Couldn't be bettered

Reviewed by Tina 3rd June 2022

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We loved staying at Joby Cottage. Amazing standard of accommodation with everything required for a home from home stay. Michaela provided some great information ahead of the visit (I wish more people did this). She was absolutely brilliant and so helpful both before and during our stay. It was in a perfect spot to be able to get to all areas of theRead more Yorkshire Coast. There were some lovely places to eat close by. A fabulous holiday! Hide

Reviewed by Laura 20th May 2022

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A wonderful cottage which exceeded our already high expectations. The interior spec. very high with beautiful and well thought through spaces and furnishings. The Mediterranean style outdoor seating area is a wonderful, sunny, relaxing space. We enjoyed wonderful walks from the door but also fun days on the beach (20 mins) and at North Yorkshire WaRead moreter Park (10 minutes). A fabulous family break - would definitely recommend. Hide

Reviewed by Andrew 6th May 2022

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Had our second stay at Joby Cottage & it was even better. Excellent location to Scarborough & all the bays . Great dog walks & dog friendly pubs. The house is really tastefully decorated & everything is of a very high standard. Its. A lovely relaxing home & rejuvenated us & we enjoyed every day staying in Joby Cottage. Michaela is an excellent hostRead more & keeps in contact prior & during our stay nothing is too much trouble. Thank you x Hide

Reviewed by Andrew 29th April 2022

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Reviewed by Patricia 22nd April 2022

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Cottage in a great position for all sorts of things. It was so clean, airy, well decorated, well equipped. The garden was a delight and we wished we could have had the pleasure of eating outside. It was a little too cool in April. My grandchildren, 3 and 1, my daughter, son in law and myself all felt so relaxed and happy. We will return when we canRead more. Hide

Reviewed by Paul 15th April 2022

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The cottage was beautiful and well laid out with plenty of space for all. Everyone had a lovely time and our granddaughter wanted to stay for longer. The owner kept us well informed with good communication and was very friendly. We would definitely revisit in the future.

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