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Delightful Cottage, glorious views, open fires, fast internet, 10% off 7 nights

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Front garden
Front door
Garden and rear of the cottage
Kitchen
Kitchen/living room
Reviews
10

Exceptional

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8146 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tubHot tub
  • Fireplace
    FireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi

Check-in time

5:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
Rosedale Abbey, North Yorkshire
  • Popular LocationGillies Jones Glass3 min walk
  • Popular LocationRosedale Abbey4 min walk
  • Popular LocationNorth York Moors National Park10 min drive
  • AirportLeeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford)102 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Delightful Cottage, glorious views, open fires, fast internet, 10% off 7 nights

Appledore Cottage is a lovely end of terrace cottage with a large garden, plenty of parking and glorious views over the surrounding hills. The cottage is very comfortable, well maintained and very well equipped (including, despite its rural location, free high speed Wi-Fi internet). Appledore is light and airy by day and cosy in the evenings. There is a large, slate floored, kitchen living room with sofas, television and a wood burning stove at one end with fitted oak units at the other and a circular dining table, dishwasher, oven, fridge and freezer and washing machine. The kitchen living room has recently been extended to give more seating space and wonderful views to the hills and great access to the garden - it is a truly wonderful place to sit and view the glorious countryside. Also on the ground floor is a very cosy sitting room with open fire, a downstairs twin bedroom and a shower room with a good powerful shower. The downstairs has underfloor heating. There is easy access to the large garden and a lovely sheltered patio for al fresco dining. Upstairs there are two double bedrooms and one twin bedded room. All the beds are of a very high quality and the bathroom has a lovely large bath. The cottage has fast free internet Wi-Fi.

Appledore Cottage is set in the small hamlet of Thorgill. It is at the end of a no through road which makes it very peaceful but not isolated. The cottage has lovely views of the surrounding hills and countryside and has a large garden with plenty of space for sitting out or playing. There are wonderful walks from the house of varying distance and challenge and relaxing in the garden on a summer's day is an absolute joy with the babbling stream to be heard over the adjacent field. There are maps in the cottage which you are welcome to use and we provide plenty of local tourist information. Rosedale is a wonderful valley in which to walk and for those who want to walk further Farndale, Hutton le Hole and Lastingham and all within reach on foot.

The nearby village of Rosedale Abbey has two pubs, which both serve meals, and two small shops both with tea rooms. Both shops have basic provisions and one sells newspapers and has internet access. There is a lovely walk from the cottage to the village. There is also a small golf course at the end of the lane and there is horse riding available locally. There is good shopping at the local market towns of Kirkbymoorside and Pickering which both have a weekly market. There is a swimming pool and leisure centres at Pickering. One of the leisure centres has tennis courts. There are plenty of good food serving pubs and restaurants nearby. Whitby, Scarborough and the North Yorkshire coast are within easy reach as are York, Castle Howard, Flamingoland theme park and zoo, the North York Moors Steam Railway, Goathland and Heartbeat country and the Danby Moors Centre. The Yorkshire Moors National Park is full of lovely villages with great pubs, fantastic walks, wonderful streams and a host of idyllic spots to relax and unwind.

Property manager

David and Emma Glover

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Pickering

Located in Pickering, this cottage is in a rural area and near theme parks. Rosedale Abbey and Ryedale Folk Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo and The Moors National Park Centre. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails, ecotours and mountain biking nearby.
Map
Rosedale Abbey, North Yorkshire

What's nearby

  • Gillies Jones Glass - 3 min walk
  • Rosedale Abbey - 4 min walk
  • North York Moors National Park - 10 min drive
  • North Yorkshire Moors Railway - 17 min drive
  • Dalby Forest Visitor Centre - 31 min drive

Getting around

  • Danby Station - 16 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Blacksmith's Arms - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Moors Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The New Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Crown - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Graze on the Green - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Delightful Cottage, glorious views, open fires, fast internet, 10% off 7 nights pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Delightful Cottage, glorious views, open fires, fast internet, 10% off 7 nights ?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Delightful Cottage, glorious views, open fires, fast internet, 10% off 7 nights ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Delightful Cottage, glorious views, open fires, fast internet, 10% off 7 nights located?

This family-friendly Pickering cottage is located in the mountains, within a 5-minute walk of Gillies Jones Glass and Rosedale Abbey. Ryedale Folk Museum and North York Moors National Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely peaceful stay
We had a great time at the cottage, David was super helpful and on Whatsapp for anything we needed. The location is pretty rural but you are about 1.2 miles from the small village and pubs. Lots of walks nearby. We arranged our Tesco shop to be delivered on arrival day as these is no decent shop in the near vicinity which made life easier. There was also basics in the cupboard eg seasoning / oil etc. The weather was pretty wet, so David rather helpfully turned the underfloor heating up to try and dry out our wet clothes / boots / dogs and children :-) One bit of feedback would be that we could have done with some towel rails to dry our towels after showering. As we were 2 families we very much kept our towels in our own rooms and the weather was miserable so hard to dry them out. Thanks for a great stay
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phil W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yorkshire Getaway
Roomy cottage at the end of a country lane in pretty valley. Ideal for walking and cycling. Log fires available if evenings are chilly and air sourced heat pump for wintry days. Pub and shop in nearby Rosedale. Ll you need is some decent weather for a great holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely week
A very nice, comfortable property in a beautiful, peaceful location with a good walk to the pub.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Boo
Super
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carron R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Rosedale
We are 6 friends of a certain age who meet up once a year. This was a lovely cottage In beautiful surroundings. We all left feeling relaxed and ready to facel the next 12 months until next time. Thank you so much for opening up your beautiful home. Six go to Rosedale 😊
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Much needed holiday
Nice relaxing break, cottage lovely & peaceful good views all around. Owner was very helpful with any questions. Property had all the amenities required. Local pub & shop/tearooms in Rosedale very good. Would definitely go back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Simon H., Ludford, Lincolnshire

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Totally awesome
From booking to leaving, you couldn’t pick a single fault with the cottage. It was well clean, tidy and fabulously comfortable. It was one of the best well equipped cottages we’ve EVER stayed in and was very much like home from home. Simply perfect. The beds were comfortable and cosy and such an ideal cottage in every way. The grounds were beautiful and the location, well what more could you wish for. Breathtakingly beautiful and to wake up to see those views and hear the birds every morning, was medicine to everyone! The owner is so obliging and accommodating and a true perfect gentleman, nothing was a problem and answers your queries to perfection! The hardest part was leaving as the cottage really holds you and has such a loving atmosphere! The village is so close by and again, so beautiful. We know the area so well, and to us, it’s the best cottage in the area by far! Thank you for a truly fabulous stay!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent cottage in the heart of the North yorks moors
Wonderfully peaceful location near Rosedale Abbey. Great local walks with plenty of super pubs, once you can drag yourself away from such a comfortable and well equipped cottage!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

FIONA S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Secluded and quiet well equipped cottage
Lovely situation especially for walking. We arranged online supermarket delivery and bought extras from Rosedale shop 10 mins drive away. Also supermarket at Kirbymoorside 25 mins drive. Fresh eggs 2 mins walk away ! House very well equipped, we ate in every night, 6 adults, plenty of room at the table and comfy seating. Lovely patio area outside. Few house quirky bits but if you follow hosts instructions, all good, for example keep topping up the bath and you get a deep hot bath ! Never ran out of hot water, heating came on one evening and very efficient. Garden not completely fenced off from next door so maybe a problem with a dog, but ours stays close by so not an issue. Good area for muddy boots and coats. Highly recommend this house , Communication with owner excellent. Definitely give 5 stars
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gillie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idyllic Cottage
Appledore Cottage is, quite simply, one of the loveliest places we’ve ever rented for a holiday and we’ve rented a lot all over the country and abroad. The fact that it’s obviously a much loved family place shines from every corner of the cottage and adds hugely to its charm. It’s incredibly comfortable, envelopes you in a sense of familiarity from the moment you walk through the door and has everything you could possibly need for a really special, relaxing and enjoyable holiday. There are fabulous walks all over the Moors from the front door (on footpaths), amazing wildlife, a number of great pubs to walk to for delicious lunches and above all really, really welcoming people. It’s also very quiet and away from but easily in reach of, on foot, of Rosedale Abbey. When we arrived, the only sounds were a cuckoo and several curlew calling, the noise of the brook and the sheep on the hill above the cottage - our idea of bliss.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace and quiet.
Loved it at this house.more rural than we expected.but so peaceful.lovely walks all round.pubs and restaurants quite near.everyone we saw was friendly.house clean and warm.every thing we needed.massive big bath.upstairs and shower downstairs.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Holiday
Lovely location, accommodation was superb and very well equiped perfect base from which to explore the national park and coast. We had a great holiday just exactly what we all needed, I particularly enjoyed walking around Rosedale following the 8 mile long ironwoks railway route. Many thanks, Rob
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Clare G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Grove party
Beautiful cottage in a beautiful part of the world and thank you very much David for our arrival package Your cottage was delightful
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning views
Beautiful place, stunning views, quite remote, but suited us. Well equipped cottage, and David and Sarah are great to communicate with. So efficent. Hope to go back one day x
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joanne R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family getaway to the moors
This spacious and comfortable house was the perfect base for relaxing in and using as a base for exploring the local countryside.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Toni D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage with great views and lovey location
The cottage was well equipped and very comfortable. Great location with lots of walks and mountain bike tracks, We enjoyed our stay and would stay again to cover more of the moors that we didn't cover this time. The only improvement I would suggest is the fact that there is only one shower. With only two bathrooms, in the cottage and one shower it can make it quite a struggle when there are 8 guests. The upstairs bath would be better with a full shower over to help with this, the plug didn't fit very well either. However this is a small thing and didn't effect our holiday, just a suggestion for improvement.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Keith S.

Outstanding stay
Appledore Cottage played a big part in our enjoyment of our week which was for a special family gathering. Its spaciousness with two living rooms, the quality of the fittings and furnishings , the excellent equipment (including free internet) and heating (open fires and central heating) and not least the delightful garden all made for a very comfortable and relaxing time. (Our dog enjoyed it, too, in this dog friendly place!) We admired all the work which had gone into restoring and extending what had been a dilapidated old cottage, and turning it into first class accommodation. I personally feel grateful to anyone with the enterprise and energy to save one of the old Moors houses. The setting of the cottage is delightful in a beautiful and tranquil valley with fine views and with access to many great walks - within Rosedale and beyond to the daffodils of Farndale and the pleasures of the Lion Inn on Blakey Ridge. We all look forward to staying at Appledore Cottage again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

This cottage was much bigger than it looks and beautifully but practically appointed and maintained.
This stunning and peaceful location was just what we needed for our whole family. With 2 lounge spaces, everyone could relax in the way they needed too, with space for our granddaughter to play on the floor. The kitchen is well designed and easy to work in without being cut off from everyone else, and helpful touches like having a few ice-cream tubs and clip boxes made taking a picnic out easy without using foil and film. A week was not long enough to really explore the area as there's so much to do. Highlights were a long walk around the valley and a day on the steam railway from Pickering.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

anthony h., Charlotte NC USA

Heaven on Earth
After a long flight from Atlanta and drive from Manchester airport we were embraced by the peaceful valley of Rosedale and the cottage of Appledore on a warm summer evening as we drove into Rosedale Abbey and then down the farm road to Thorgill. It is remote enough to escape the noise of the world and see and hear God's creation all around but close enough that within a half hour by car, all of Yorkshire's treasures are soon within reach. It has been a long time since we escaped the television, which was available but low on our priorities but we had no need for the world news. The cottage was a perfect location and had everything we needed, including washer and dryer, and that long lost treasure in the USA, the washing line. The garden in the rear was used by our grandkids to play games and the hills behind the house were great for short hikes. We shopped at Aldi's in Pickering, just a short drive away. Whitby was our favorite visit but Robin Hood's Bay, Saltburn, Ampleforth, Rievaulx and many other locations were also on our list. Another treasure was worship on Sunday at St Mary's, Lastingham, where we were welcomed as though we were Roast Beef and Yorkshire pudding by the friendly and helpful members. Would I recommend this location? You are darned right I would as an American would say. I am a Yorkshire born and bred and it was good to be home with my US and UK family. We had a lovely dinner at the Lions Inn on a Heathclifffe type Sunday with the wind whistling and rain falling, where many of our UK family members gathered to meet us.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Eileen C.

A wonderful cottage in a great setting
We are just back from 2 weeks at Appledore Cottage and had a wonderful time. The cottage has a well stocked kitchen - we like to cook, even on holiday - and plenty of space with two living rooms, each with it's own TV. The garden is large with plenty of space for any children/dogs to let off steam and there is a lovely patio area accessible from both living rooms. There is no need to get into the car every day to go walking as there are several walks which you can do from the door. Food shopping in Rosedale Abbey is limited but we ordered on-line from Tesco before arrival. We didn't go to Graze on The Green in Rosedale Abbey, but apparently the owner is a trained pastry chef and it came highly recommended by a local. The neighbours are very friendly and dogs seem to be welcome in The North York Moors, so no need to eat outside or leave the dog in the car.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Carole C.

Perfect cottage in beautiful Rosedale
A truly lovely place to enjoy a holiday. Every need is catered for in this extremely well appointed and tasteful cottage.-from everyday essentials and comforts inside or out in such a peaceful setting in Rosedale. The cottage is so homely , welcoming and with such attention to detail. Plenty of choice for visits in car ,walking in stunning moorland or just relaxing . In fact whatever the weather we had no problems with activities. Our family of varying ages and interests enjoyed everything here -from walks, beach, excellent restaurants or just enjoying this unspoilt interesting area in and around the cottage . Highly recommended for comfort and care .Thank you for a lovely family holiday
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Roger T.

Cottage was all it was supposed to be!
Cottage had everything you need for an enjoyable stay. Very comfortable with wonderfully views and the centre for great walks and interesting places to visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Philip C.

A lovely cottage in a beautiful valley
The house is well-equipped and the fixtures and fittings are of high quality; it is clear that the house was not originally set up as a holiday rental because there is a lot of expensive equipment. The views are excellent and a short walk from the front door reveals Rosedale in all its glory. The beds are comfortable and the only sound which is likely to disturb a good night's sleep is the birdsong! We intend to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

lynne h.

Lovely property in an idyllic location.
We had a great holiday staying in Appledore cottage. The cottage is traditional but very comfortable and spacious, with beautiful views in all directions. It contains all the mod cons to make your stay comfortable and good wifi which kept our three teenagers happy. The surrounding area is beautiful and we spent many hours walking our two dogs in Cropton forest which allowed them to run freely off their leads. This is worth knowing as dogs need to be kept on leads in areas near to livestock. Would definitely recommend this cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gavin F.

Great cottage in a great location
Perfect place to escape from it all, but still within reach of a variety of activities if required. Quiet location in an historic valley. Cottage provides everything you need and is surprisingly spacious. Good broadband connection, but if you're desperate for a mobile signal be prepared to run up the hill behind the cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2017

About the host

Hosted by David and Emma Glover

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We have lived in the North East of England for the last 30 years. Having lived for many years in Durham and Washington we now live in Hexham in the glorious Tyne valley. David is the Rector of Hexham Abbey and Emma is a Tax Adviser running her own company. We have three children who are all now adults and who love spending time at Appledore.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with Rosedale Abbey after having a couple of holidays there when our children were young. We thought then, and still do, that Rosedale has to be one of the most glorious places in the world! We began to look for a property to buy. We wanted somewhere which required renovating so that we could plan what we wanted. When we first saw Appledore is was in a pretty poor state but in a glorious position. It was exactly what we wanted. Having hired an architect and a brilliant local builder we set about completely renovating the cottage and significantly extending it. The work was completed in 2000 and, while retaining its charm, the cottage was completely modernised. If you stay in the cottage do look at the photo album which records the renovation process. We have made quite a number of more recent upgrades to try to keep the cottage in top condition.

We started to let Appledore as a holiday cottage in 2005 and have enoyed seeing many families holidaying there and enjoying the cottage and the beautiful countryside. We continue to enjoy the cottage still and stay there several times each year.

What makes this property unique

It was the glorious location that made us fall in love with Appledore. The garden feels like a continuation of the hillside and we just love it. It feels like our piece of heaven and we so love being there.

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