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Host

9.8

Exceptional

1 bedroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

Washer

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Dryer

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

York, England

Castle Howard12 min drive
Eden Camp Modern History Theme Museum13 min drive
Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo21 min drive
Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford)75 min drive

Most relevant reviews

8/10 Good

A neat conversion and well eequipped; we felt potentially overlooked by the owners' own place (facing, across the courty...

Lorna B.

Oct 10, 2023

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Well appointed, rural village getaway, close to Malton, York and the East Coast

Comfortable, privately situated accommodation, perfect for couples, in a tranquil village within an area of outstanding natural beauty.
This single storey property has recently undergone conversion and offers light filled modern dining kitchen with fully integrated appliances, opening on to a court yard with access to securely enclosed garden with barbecue. A cosy reception room and double bedroom with ensuite which overlooks the court yard and catches the morning sun.
Westow is an attractive village in a beautiful stretch of North Yorkshire, between the Howardian Hills and the Wolds. It is close to York, Castle Howard, Eden Camp, North Yorkshire Moors Railway and with quick access to the East Coast. The village boasts a fine dinning pub with other gourmet establishments within a short distance and nearby Malton a traditional market town with artisan food producers bringing national acclaim, as ‘Yorkshire’s food capital. A property suited for walkers, cyclists and anyone seeking a relaxing getaway, historic sightseeing or retail therapy.

Property manager

Simon

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

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

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 recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

York

Located in York, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Castle Howard and Kirkham Priory are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at North York Moors National Park and Howardian Hills. Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo and Yorkshire Lavender are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.

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York, England

What's nearby

Kirkham Priory - 3 min drive
Malton and Norton Golf Club - 11 min drive
Castle Howard - 12 min drive
Eden Camp Modern History Theme Museum - 13 min drive
Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo - 21 min drive

Getting around

Malton Station - 11 min drive

Restaurants

‪Brass Castle Brewery Taphouse - ‬11 min drive
‪Pizza on the Square - ‬12 min drive
‪The Derwent - ‬11 min drive
‪Castle Howard - ‬12 min drive
‪Fitzroy Restaurant - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Well appointed, rural village getaway, close to Malton, York and the East Coast pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Well appointed, rural village getaway, close to Malton, York and the East Coast?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Well appointed, rural village getaway, close to Malton, York and the East Coast?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Well appointed, rural village getaway, close to Malton, York and the East Coast located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Kirkham Priory and 2.6 mi (4.3 km) from Howardian Hills. Howsham Mill and Malton and Norton Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Lorna B.

10 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Two nights

A neat conversion and well eequipped; we felt potentially overlooked by the owners' own place (facing, across the courtyard) but never actually saw a face.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

30 Dec 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very comfy and well equipped cottage

The cottage in Westow was perfect for our short stay. It is very well designed with everything you could need. The host was very friendly and helpful.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helen T.

7 Nov 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Autumn break

This property is perfectly sized for a couple. The host was great, contactable if needed. The property was very clean, has all the mod cons, has a parking space and is in a good location for the coast, small local towns or for a visit to York. I highly recommend this property.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

3 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time

Already booked for next year

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margaret C.

4 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Comfortable cottage.

There was everything we needed for our stay and Simon was there to help if we needed him. Very clean and well looked after.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

19 Sept 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

All round lovely holiday, peaceful and relaxing location. Excellent cleanliness in the property. Simon and his partner were very friendly and excellent hosts. Would absolutely recommend a stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

20 July 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect petite place

Lovely accommodation in a ideal location. Beautifully finished and considerate outside space. Very well kept and we definitely plan to visit again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Marc K.

5 Oct 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quite and restful

Very cozy little cottage, friendly owner, very clean, lovely location.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

caroline n.

29 Sept 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very pretty and relaxing

Beautiful little property, totally enjoyed our stay! Short of nothing, bliss! Can’t fault anything, 2 local pubs with great food, ambiance and welcome. Long or short Lovely walks, pretty much on the door step And of course Great surrounding AOI 😁

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty B.

10 Feb 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stormy weekend in Weston

Fantastic rural location, friendly people, beautiful local food. Perfectly hidden from Storm Ciara. Good central point for visits to the city and coast.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S.

5 Jan 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful, wondrous Westow and the Webbs.

Outstanding, splendid, wonderful. A place to live in for a lifetime! Every detail, piece of furniture and overall atmosphere retains the kindness of the Webb family. A holiday we shall not forget!

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

30 Sept 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pleasant break near Castle Howard

The property is very well appointed with all modern conveniences and a powerful walk in shower. It's handy for visiting various North Yorkshire attractions such as Castle Howard. Simon the host lives very close by and is polite, friendly and informative. The local pub, the 'Blacksmiths Arms' is very good for steak meals as they have their own farm. Internet is available in the cottage however the signal is quite weak at times. Overall a pleasant stay.

10/10 Excellent

Patricia H., Grange over Sands Cumbria

22 Aug 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage in a great location

Beautiful scenery when out and about lovely villages. Local pub friendly and good food.

10/10 Excellent

Alan B.

7 Aug 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

We had a lovely time in Westow. The accommodation is brilliant, exactly as described with everything there that could be needed. Wewould wholeheartedly recommend!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

PHILIP T.

19 July 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Yorkshire July 2019.

Well created and tastefully decorated, in a very quiet and peaceful village. Simon is very friendly and helpful...we would definitely recommend this property...😊. Thank you...Phil and Stephanie from Essex.

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

7 June 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

York short break

Nice property finished to high standard, compact but has everything required for a relaxing stay.

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

2 June 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay in Westow

This is an immaculately presented property in a lovely village. Simon and Mandy the owners are extremely helpful with tips of where to eat and visit locally. I really enjoyed my stay here and would thoroughly recommend this property for couples.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

DAVID B.

14 May 2019

The property is pristine and looks absolutely brand new. The owner Simon, was very polite and nice.

The kitchen is an amazing shape and spacious. The bathroom is luxurious, with choice of shower heads. However the lounge, although cosy, is a little small. The bedroom is also small and a little crowded with furniture. The table by the window and flowers was impressive, but made squeezing into bed difficult. Also the long mirror was beautiful but not ideally placed to get past. I did suggest some additions to the kitchen equipment, which included hand wash, hand towel, pair of oven gloves, baking trays, fish slice etc. However, these minor items should not distract from a lovely cottage, close to the owners, who were always on hand. A lovely weekend, celebrating my partner's birthday.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Robyn C., Kent, United Kingdom

8 May 2019

Perfect Base for Exploring Yorkshire

My husband and I spent five nights in Yorkshire over Easter and used Simon and Mandy’s Westow property as our base to explore this beautiful County. It was perfect. After a full day’s sightseeing and exploring, we would return to a beautifully-appointed cottage and grounds in a quiet village. The property has been recently renovated to a high standard and it was fitted out with everything we needed to enjoy our stay. As a host, Simon was responsive, warm and helpful. We would definitely return.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019

About the host

Hosted by Simon

Why they chose this property

Village location amidst beautiful rolling countryside close to historic and lively cities and grand coastline.

What makes this property unique

Perfectly placed for rapid access in to A64 Leeds-Scarborough trunk to reach other environs:
Malton 5 miles
York 14 miles
John Lewis/Vangarde 12 miles
Scarborough 25miles
Whitby 30 miles
Filey (voted best beach)