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Waterswallow Cottage

Hutton-le Hole, near Pickering, Yorkshire
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
No Dogs
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Romantic
Open fire / wood burner
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
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At a glance

  • Tastefully decorated cottage with friendly owners next door
  • A great location for walkers and cyclists
  • Listen out for over 15 species of bird from your private garden

Property code: OC-Y053A

This converted barn on the edge of a wooded valley retains a great deal of its old character and charm and is a great base for a family or small group of friends wanting to explore North York Moors National Park. Although this split-level property feels secluded, the moorland village of Hutton-le-Hole is less than half a mile away and footpaths and bridleways extend from the property to neighbouring villages and the market town of Kirkbymoorside. The owners are happy to advise on the best places to visit and provide maps as well as a free entry pass into Dalby Forest.

The ground floor houses the kitchen/diner, a shower room and a bedroom with a single bed. Climb six steps to the cosy lounge with exposed beams, feature stonework and a wood burner. A further six steps lead to the first-floor bedrooms, one a double and one a single.

A highlight of this property is the garden, which has a patio area with a large picnic table and overlooks the surrounding woodland – birdsong from buzzards, woodpeckers, flycatchers and owls can be enjoyed from here.

  • 3 bedrooms – 1 double, 2 singles
  • 1 shower room with WC
  • Cooker, microwave, fridge, washing machine
  • Travel cot and highchair available
  • Wood burner (first basket of logs provided)
  • TV with Freesat, DVD, iPod dock
  • No Wi-Fi
  • Mobile signal is weak
  • Garden area with furniture
  • Ample parking
  • Secure barn with cycle racks
  • Pub 1.5 miles
  • Shop 2 miles
  • This property can be booked alongside another property that sleeps a further 2 guests. Please contact us for details
  • Short breaks: Not accepted at peak times.
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Rachel Stowe

This property is personally managed by Rachel.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 16 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Fiona 5th July 2026

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Fabulous cottage - spotlessly clean - in a beautiful setting. There are so many things to do in North Yorkshire and the cottage is in an ideal location. The gardens are immaculate and we ate on the patio every night. Gillian and John are perfect hosts.

Reviewed by Dan 14th June 2026

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Fantastic cottage, peaceful, lovely garden. Fully equipped property . Beds amazing slept so well. Be prepared for an off grid experience with not having WiiFii . Location perfect to travel to the amazing places North Yorkshire has

Reviewed by Jonathan 6th June 2026

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Well equipped charming property in an ideal location for the Moors, Rievaulx Abbey and Castle Howard. Supermarket and petrol in Kirkbymoorside. We had a very enjoyable stay with very little driving.

Reviewed by Jill 12th April 2026

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A beautiful spot. Peaceful, comfortable and secluded but within easy reach of surrounding towns and the coast. Patchy phone signal but that's a national infrastructure issue. Plenty of wildlife and stars on clear nights. We were made very welcome.

Reviewed by Geoffrey 23rd March 2026

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We really enjoyed our stay. Very quiet and comfortable. Ideal base for exploring the North York Moors. Highly recommended.

Reviewed by Yvonne 29th October 2025

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Very clean, extremely comfortable. Warm cosy, excellent for short breaks. Owners really nice people, very friendly and welcoming. Had a great time x .

Reviewed by Fiona 25th October 2025

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Fantastic cottage in a beautiful location. The hosts were lovely - so friendly and helpful. We will definitely return in the future.

Reviewed by Derek 24th August 2025

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The cottage is very well prepared containing everything you would conceivably require for you stay.

Reviewed by Martin 2nd August 2025

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This is a really great, peaceful and restful place with the cottage well equipped. It has been a lovely holiday and we would like to return.

Reviewed by Michael 6th July 2025

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Reviewed by Chad 8th June 2025

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Lovely cottage on the edge of the North Yorkshire Moors National Park. Quiet, peaceful setting, yet close to local dining and shopping. House makes good use of the available space, plus the outdoor area makes for a nice place to enjoy if the weather is cooperating.

Reviewed by Paul 13th May 2025

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Reviewed by Peter 4th May 2025

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Really lovely cottage and Gillian and her husband were really helpful

Reviewed by Peter 21st April 2025

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This quirky Barn Conversion in a relaxing setting suited the needs of our week's holiday. Lots of space and a very roomy lounge area. The bedroom was spaceous and the bed very comfortable.

Reviewed by Maartje 4th November 2024

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We, a family with 2 kids, have enjoyed our week at the Waterswallow cottage. The cottage is quaint and very comfortable. Its location perfect for hikes on the moors, the proximity to many pretty small villages, the steam train in Pickering and many other activities. The owners are very accommodating and friendly.

Reviewed by Louise 25th August 2024

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A fantastic quiet place to relax with everything provided. As it is in a central place it is perfect to visit places in all directions like York, Whitby, Scarborough, and up in the beautiful Moors. I would definitely recommend it to others and return myself.

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