2 Pines Farm Cottages

Lovely, roomy, comfortable and spotless cottage in a great location for York, Leeds and Ripon.

Kitchen very well equipped - apart from a tea-cosy (no a criticism, we've only ever stayed in one cottage which had one)! None of the 'warnings' we received - long, bumpy track, airplane noise and farm/harvest noise were any problem at all. The car parking/yard to the cottage door were very uneven and ill-lit, and moving a planter would have allowed us to park the car in the yard itself near the door, much easier for anyone with some mobility issues. We were a bit disappointed at the lack of local/tourist info, cottages usually have a basket/drawer full of leaflets, menus and timetables to read. There were some on a board, but too high and too tiny to be any use. A guest book would have provided comments and recommendations from previous guests, which would have helped, too. There were a very few games and DVDs provided, but the lovely wooden units had a lot of empty space which could have had more games, DVDs and lots of books in, which would have been lovely. Bathroom sink plug didn't keep the water in, and door didn't lock. (Very minor snagging.) Owners were friendly and helpful, would definitely come again.

We had a lovely peaceful week here and really enjoyed it.

Gorgeous, peaceful setting listening to the animals and birds. Only downside (and advice if you booking here) the tap water is not drinkable so bring some bottled water. Would def stay here again

We have just got back after spending a relaxing week in your beautiful spacious cottage , a real home from home feel all round , the owners are lovely , hard working people , thank you for everything .

Our 2nd holiday in the cottage and once again we had an enjoyable time.

We liked the rural farm location & seeing the animals of course. It was also nice to chat with the owners on several occasions . The cottage was well kitted out with the majority items in the kitchen. The lounge was well furnished but possibly the tv could be upgraded to Netflix as there wasn’t much on Freeview? However we won’t miss the Lane to the property, it seems impossible to avoid the bumps even though holes have been partly filled in - 2 trips each day was our limit. Thank you for an enjoyable stay.

Clean, spacious & well appointed accommodation.

Nice garden areas front & back. Loved the stenciled furniture & walls. Water pressure in both the showers a bit low but otherwise perfect. Would recommend it

We got to this property it was freezing cold Asked owner to put heating up she was not happy but did it , till next day she sneaked in and put it back down We had dark brown water comming out of taps bath washer everywhere rusty brown all week , Had to eat out , takeaways , drive 32 miles to fame to shower , I even had bad gastric wene left Friday still brown water the owner gave us some bottled water But this stopped wene we asked her to put heating up again!

she no longer spoke to us and stopped water surply , the owner waited everyday for us to go out she came in turnt all our items off and checked heating she even turnt my heart machine off 3 times Could not light fire as seal was all hanging off Or do any washing due to brown water We felt very uncomfortable staying at this property. In the end she made us feel very very unwelcome. Glad to get home. We have been meant in 35 years. This is the first problem we’ve ever had.

The property was nice, and clean, in middle of a farm with farm animals, kids had enough space to play inside, we mistakenly mentioned 2 adults in booking when it should have been 4, called the owner she was ok with that, however the heating control was locked, first day at night it was very cold as heating switched off at 11.

30PM we felt very uncomfortable, next day morning called owner, owner came and advanced the heating for 1 hour, again at 9 PM we felt very cold, as the control was locked, called the owner, she was very angry about us calling at night, but came and set the heating, we tried to explain we have children and need heating on, she didn’t want to listen! We used bottle water because the tap water had a metallic smell the kettle had red limescale buildup , I strongly advise to install a limescale filter system ! And if you are locking the heating control, please mention that in advertisement!

The cottage was lovely in a fantastic location, extremely spacious and very well equipped for a group of 5 adults holidaying in Yorkshire.

The location was picturesque and it was lovely staying on a working farm. The living room was a highlight. Owners are friendly and very helpful with all questions. Be aware of flies on the farm and in the cottage (to be expected on a working farm with windows open). There's also a mile long track to get to the cottage which you need to drive slowly on, but we had no problems with rainfall and weather and it was a good walking base for the week. The water pressure on one of the showers is too low and the cottage gets quite hot during summer months so good tip to close curtains/blinds and open windows and doors when needed staying in the property. Overall we had a wonderful stay and felt like the property was a home away from home and we'd be happy to return.

We had a lovely visit this weekend to Pines Cottages.

What a beautiful place. It was exactly what we wanted. Remote, quiet and extremely comfortable. There was 6 of us in out party and we all said we would definitely visit again.

Very pleasant cottage & owners, who were very helpful with local knowledge and info.

Village pub, the Ulleskelf Inn, excellent food and service at sensible prices. Although we didnt use it there is a good train service into York,[ saves cost of parking ] and coastliner busses from Tadcaster.

The property was clean, comfortable and spacious.

Everything being on one floor was an added bonus!

A fantastic, spacious property in a wonderful location.

It had everything we needed and more. I would definitely recommend.

Nice comfortable accommodation and friendly owners.

We found the water not tasting very good but this could be a regional thing. Also, the approach road to the property can be a bit challenging. However these things didn’t detract from our overall experience. We had a lovely holiday. Thank you.

There was no mention in the property details that the access was on a mile long track which was full of pot holes and very bumpy, bad for suspension of any car.

. We fully appreciated this is a working farm but the skylight windows in the lounge were filthy. The shower cubicle was very worn and the runners had not been cleaned adequately. The cottage was very well equipped, spacious and homely but we had paid appx. £1200 for 3 nights which was considerably more than other similar sized properties we had looked at and had assumed, therefore, this would provide more in terms of comfort. Very disappointing.

Very spacious - my husband said he needed a bus within the property!

Great to have two bathrooms. Lovely views over the fields of sheep, cattle and horses. Nicely private and quiet. Great night sky.

The large Cottage was very very clean and well equipped, well situated so many things nearby.

The best thing about the accommodation was the people who own it, all of them so nice and friendly but never interfering, they work hard on the farm. You must try the park and ride into York great service and cheaper than parking in the city. Good meal (Sunday Lunch) at the local pub - Superb meal at the White Horse in Church Fenton highly recommended. Would we return - 100% yes. Thanks for a welcoming and pleasant week. John & Hilary - Holmfirth

We had a lovely stay.

The cottage is very spacious. We stayed during harvest and it was great to see the farm working with very little noise disturbance. The family were very welcoming while being unobtrusive.

Fabulous cottage, with a really well thought out layout.

It was clean, warm and cosy with everything we needed for our stay. The little garden is a real sun trap with beautiful views over the farm fields. Ideal for watching the birds and animals or stargazing. We found the owners friendly and thoughtful, all of which added up to a lovely holiday.

Our short stay was very comfortable and restful overall.

We thought the description and information about the cottage was accurate and comprehensive, everything was provided for every eventuality. We were impressed with the cleanliness and the anti-virus measures. The farm activities were similar to the ones we are used to in this part of Dorset but for those unfamiliar such things might provided added interest, and bird watching Is good! The only things not up to scratch were the non-working fan and bathroom extractor- we wondered if that was an anti-covid device. Given the unusually hot and humid conditions they would have been useful but not critical to our comfort. We weren’t on holiday but Pines Farm is perfectly placed for all the attractions of West and North Yorkshire for those who are. We would happily recommend this property to anyone.

Garden at rear of bungalow badly needs clearing of nettles.

Not good for the toddlers in our party ! Loved the spacious interior which is well furnished, making our stay very comfortable. Water very unpleasant to drink , it seemed tainted with softener .

The house is beautiful, very spacious.

The surroundings are idyllic and it was fabulous to see the animals. The kitchen is very well equipped with everything you need, plus a double oven. The only negative we experienced was the double bed. It creaks a lot with the slightest movement and the mattress is very hard with creaking springs.

This is the ideal place for a secluded, quiet getaway.

Unfortunately, due to the pandemic, I was forced to cut our plans short but we will definitely be back.

2 Pines Farm Cottages is a superb holiday cottage location and I would highly recommend it.

The cottage was immaculate and the space and facilities were first class. The host went way beyond what I was expecting and even provided a Christmas tree and very tasty Christmas cake! Excellent value for money and my whole family really enjoyed the experience. We would have no hesitation returning to this cottage.

Beautiful barn conversion away from anything on the edge of Ulleskelf.

Loads of space and well furnished and equipped. Loved first morning when I opened my curtains to see a beautiful grey bullock gazing back at me from the barn! Road to access is very bumpy although attempts had been made to fill in potholes. Could do with a sign at the entrance as I thought we were driving into a field! Only real complaint would be that the beds are rather hard, which made sleeping tricky. Otherwise I would definitely recommend

Lovely cottage, very spacious and clean.

Well equipped and comfortable. Road leading to property is very bumpy and unmade so was a bit of a downside, but understand that it is a working farm and to have it improved would be a big job. Watching the cows from several of the windows was a bit hit with my 2 year old grandson.

Only complaints were the very extremely bumpy road up to the farm, and a vey noisy shower unit, apart from that an excellent holiday home, well suited to reach all attractions in an hour.

Excellent cottage, well equipped and very peaceful.

We were there with family, for a Wedding in York, which due to a taxi not arriving and road closures we missed.

The owners of the property were so helpful, told us that there was a train from the next village. They went ahead to get someone to let us through the road closure, and let us follow them across the field. The property itself is spacious, is set in a peaceful location on a working farm. There is plenty of space so so you are not on top of each other. The kitchen is fabulous and a great space for family meals. We also discovered a cupboard with boardgames, a snakes and ladders tournament was a must. The cottage would not suit everyone, but if you like walks and peace, it's perfect. York is close by. FABULOUS HOLIDAY. xx We will be back

Had a lovely holiday.

Set on working farm so will not suit everyone but we loved it. Smell and all.

Size of rooms, provision of cake!

Helpfulness of owner.

A lovely cottage, clean and spacious, with everything you need.

A peaceful location, great area with plenty to do. The owners were extremely helpful and pleasant and made our stay that bit extra special. Would fully recommend this cottage to others.

Great property, very clean!

Easy to find. Thank you for the cakes, they were a lovely touch!

A beautiful property in a quiet, secluded location surrounded by farmland.

It was just what we needed for a break away. Hosts were attentive - lots of lovely touches in the house including little cakes on our arrival.

What a beautiful cottage with wonderful facilities, close to visit a lot of places, also being able to watch the animals on the farm.

The cottage was incredibly spacious, comfortable, and amazing value for money.

Very comfortable cottage on a working farm.

The children loved seeing the cows from their bedroom window and watching ths farmer on his tractor. The cottage was lovely, spacious and very well equipped with items such as a dishwasher and a washing machine easily available. The welcoming treats, coffee/tea and a small pint of milk in the fridge led to a warm welcome after a long journey. Thank you for a wonderful week

The farm is a long way from the road but it did make it very quiet!

Ideally situated for so much to do in the area - York, Harrowgate, Leeds etc. Owner very helpful and welcoming and cottage spacious and well appointed. Very warm and cosy with a log burner too! We had a great time with our daughter and grandchildren .

Apart from the cottage having everything one could need,we were greeted by a small tin of homemade cakes which was very welcome after our journey and the means for making tea and coffee.

Wendy,the owner,came to say "hello" which was rather nice but what delighted us more was the fridge outside the farmhouse stocked with an array of homemade goodies,jam,lemon curd,pickled onions,chutney and of course lovely fresh eggs! It was a delight each morning to open the curtains and see the beautiful Limoson cattle and calves! As you can tell,we loved it and would recommend it highly.

The cottage was extremely comfortable and spotlessly clean.

The owners were very friendly and made us feel welcome from the start. We also appreciated the little welcome package of tea, coffee, milk and little butterfly buns.

Lovely house and much bigger than it looks from the picture.

Very warm and everything we needed. Only slight downside is the long bumpy track to the farm. Easy to use the Park and Ride to get into York where its free to park

The cottage is very spacious and met all our needs as a party of six seniors.

The proprietor and her family were very welcoming and helpful and if we had not seen the animals we would not have known it was a working farm. We were concerned when we saw an airfield close by but again we noted nothing that would have caused any problems to users of the cottages. I would have no hesitation in recommending Pine Farm Cottages to anyone, young or elderly parties can easily access the premises and without a doubt we will return again.

This cottage was just lovely.

Very well equipped and surprisingly spacious. We spent a cold and frosty long weekend there just before Christmas and we were very cosy and very warm all weekend. Thank you.

The cottage was larger and better equipped than we had expected.

.plenty of room for 6 and a lovely rural location ,together with a very hospitable and helpful owner,really made our trip relaxing..really just PERFECT!!!!!Thankyou all......

According to the description it mentioned noise from farm and army base/airport, staying there during summer holidays and harvest season we heard one to two days worth of noise and that was a charity event where people were wing walking on light, small private planes.

We could not heard the farm noise at all. Holiday was excellent, our two year old loved the cows and tractors. Myself like the wildlife we saw. All of us enjoyed the beautiful very spacious accommodation and the lovely baked butterfly cakes that greeted us on arrival. In the cottage phone signal was up and down but this was not an issue possibly due to solar panels on the roof as outside it was fine.