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Fern Retreat

Church Houses, near Kirkbymoorside, Yorkshire
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
5 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Romantic
Luxury
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Pub nearby
Complex
Country houses
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At a glance

  • A far-flung retreat to the Moors for families or couples
  • Breath-taking views surrounds you from the south facing garden out to the North York Moors National Park
  • A wonderful barn conversion situated in this quiet hamlet, inside is a rustic charm with contemporary touches 

 

Property code: OC-G0173

Breathtaking views, stunning interiors and a village pub - just a few of the reasons why you'll fall head over heels in love with this property.

The North York Moors is an incredibly special place. Not only is the countryside here simply stunning but it's packed to the rafters with attractions to visit, places to see and excellent restaurants and gastro pubs at every turn. That's why it's so exciting when you find a holiday cottage like this one to explore it from. Without doubt, one of our most idyllic holiday cottages, its rustic charm and exceptional attention to detail ensures you will want to come back time and time again.

Let's start with the beautiful kitchen where you'll find everything you need, including children's crockery and cutlery if required. You'll arrive to a sumptuous hamper filled with lots of little extras including, eggs, fresh bread and a bottle of wine. The heated stone floor and exposed oak beams are the icing on the cake.

Moving on to the country-chic sitting room. What better way to finish a busy day's sightseeing than curling up by the wood burner with a nice glass of red. With a TV and Wi-Fi included there's lots to keep you entertained. That's if you can drag yourself away from the view!

Both bedrooms in the property boast king-size beds, LCD TVs and cosy faux-fur bed throws. They're also en-suite, the first enjoying a bathtub to sink into and the second a walk-in shower. As you would expect from this standard of cottage, the bed linen is of the highest quality.

Immediately to the front of this luxury Yorkshire cottage is an enclosed south-facing garden which includes a lawned area and a gravel patio. Garden furniture is provided so you can enjoy lunch alfresco in the warmer months. The views from this garden are truly spectacular, and as this is a tiny little hamlet the only noise outside is the sound of birdsong in the air.

  • 2 bedrooms - One King size and one Super-King zip and link bed (can be made up as singles upon request) both with TVs and both accessed via stairs
  • 2 bathrooms - both en-suites - one with a bath with shower over and one with a walk-in shower
  • Oven, hob and microwave, fridge and freezer
  • Underfloor heating and wood burner
  • Smart TV
  • Wi-Fi included
  • South-facing enclosed garden, leading directly from the property with lawn and gravel patio (BBQ use is permitted but not provided)
  • Ample off-road parking
  • Unfortunately, EV charging is not possible at the cottage. There are local EV points in Kirkbymoorside, Pickering and Helmsley
  • Pub less than 100 yards
  • Shop within 5 miles
  • Washing machine, tumble dryer
  • 2 dogs welcome - maximum medium sized, well behaved, quiet dogs welcomed in this cottage. Pets must not be left unattended in the cottage unless they are happy to be caged (cage not provided) and are not likely to bark. We kindly request that they are not allowed in bedrooms or on the furniture
  • Floorplan available upon request for your information
  • Farndale Store is located just 3 miles away, stocking all your essential items
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Rupert Spiers

This property is personally managed by Rupert.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

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Reviewed by Steve 22nd September 2025

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Beautiful cottage. Beautiful setting. Nothing to fault at all. So quiet and peaceful.

Reviewed by Gill 4th July 2025

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Stunning barn conversion set amongst some stunning scenery. Comfortable and beautifully furnished

Reviewed by Stephen 27th June 2025

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No wi-fi from Wednesday for rest of hols, if you dont need the internet thats ok however if you require the internet avoid. On our stay we needed internet access for family reasons and had to travel down the valley to find a connection. Also the land line didnt work. The booking fee was a bit cheeky never been asked for this in the past. However thRead moree area was stunning and for that alone I would revisit Hide

Reviewed by Alison 20th June 2025

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Reviewed by Richard 6th June 2025

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The cottage was really good - well appointed and fitted out. Would certainly visit again

Reviewed by Deborah 23rd May 2025

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Beautiful, warm cottage. The view from the garden is stunning. Everything was clean, comfortable and to the highest standard. Pub 2 minute walk away and served great food.

Reviewed by Nicola 4th October 2024

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Lovely comfortable well equipped cottage, with a fully enclosed garden. Numerous walks direct from the door. Ideally located for exploring the moors and coast.

Reviewed by Kevin 20th September 2024

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Reviewed by Roger 5th July 2024

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We enjoyed our holiday at West Steading. The property is attractive, located as it is in a peaceful setting. We liked the private garden area, with its fine view of Blakey Ridge. We appreciated the generous welcome pack of essential food items with some treats. The Feversham Arms Inn, almost opposite the cottage, is a friendly pub which offers goodRead more food, served in generous portions. The walk from Church Houses to Low Mill - easy going along a well-defined path - is well worth doing. Hide

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Location

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Gorgeous Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.