Located in the quiet village of Holtby on the outskirts of York, this welcoming cottage gives families, couples and four‑legged friends the perfect mix of countryside calm and city convenience. York is just 6 miles away, offering the Shambles, the Castle Museum, York Dungeon, river cruises, York Racecourse and a brilliant choice of cafés, pubs and independent shops. Close by, family favourites such as York Maze, The Balloon Tree with its Pick Your Own and café, and Breezy Knees Gardens are all within a short drive. For days out further afield, you’re under an hour from Flamingo Land, Dalby Forest’s adventure trails, the East Coast resorts of Scarborough and Filey, and the rolling Yorkshire Wolds, giving you endless options throughout your stay.
This secluded, luxury cottage is a wonderful choice for small families, couples travelling together or guests bringing up to two dogs. Follow the charming Alice in Wonderland-style entrance to reach the brick cottage and step inside to a stylish open-plan living space with a handy downstairs WC. The hand-crafted kitchen offers everything you need for your stay, complete with a spacious dining table for relaxed meals after a day of exploring. The generous living area features a traditional wood burner and Smart TV, creating a cosy space to unwind in the evenings. Upstairs, you’ll find two beautifully presented bedrooms, a king-size room and a twin that can be made into a super-king on request , with a luxurious family bathroom between them, boasting a huge free-standing bath and a walk-in shower.
Outside, a private patio provides the perfect spot for al fresco dining or simply enjoying the peaceful surroundings with your morning coffee. Guests are welcome to explore the extensive grounds of the main house, which include a treehouse for little ones and resident farm animals to visit. The property also offers off-road parking
House Rules
Additional information and rules
1 dog allowed per booking. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog
- 2 bedrooms: 1 king-size and 1 twin which can be made up into a super-king on request
- 1 family bathroom boasting a freestanding bath and walk-in shower
- Log burner
- DAB Radio
- LCD Smart TV
- Outside seating area and garden
- Kitchen: oven, hob, microwave, large fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher and Nespresso coffee machine
- Underfloor heating in bathroom and downstairs WC
- Off-road parking
- Shop and pub within 2 miles
Additional information and rules
1 dog allowed per booking. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog
- 2 bedrooms: 1 king-size and 1 twin which can be made up into a super-king on request
- 1 family bathroom boasting a freestanding bath and walk-in shower
- Log burner
- DAB Radio
- LCD Smart TV
- Outside seating area and garden
- Kitchen: oven, hob, microwave, large fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher and Nespresso coffee machine
- Underfloor heating in bathroom and downstairs WC
- Off-road parking
- Shop and pub within 2 miles
Host Terms & Conditions
The Travel Chapter Limited, trading as “holidaycottages·co·uk”, acts as agent for the property owner. Therefore, when you make a booking the contract is between you and the owner. Please note our terms and conditions will also apply when you make a booking. These can be found in the footer of our website, holidaycottages·co·uk.
Full travel and key collection instructions will be emailed directly to you upon receipt of full payment.