The Cottage

Very comfortable cottage in a perfect location with lovely views!

A nice touch when we arrived was having lemon cupcakes, biscuits and Yorkshire tea waiting for us. The cottage was on a farm in an extremely quiet location, all you could here were curlews singing in the morning or you could watch the racehorses in training. The cottage was ideally situated for walks along the Cleveland Way and bike rides. Would definitely like to return as it is such a stunning area and alot less touristy than Whitby etc.

Lovely quiet cottage for myself my partner and Bruno the doggy Had everything we needed plus lovely lemon cakes and biscuits which we devoured Clean.

. perfect location behind the visitor centre at Sutton Bank, but still very quiet My only suggestion would be a fan in the bathroom as after 2 showers it was super steamy Would most definitely stay again

Whilst the property was adequate, it was disappointing also.

There was a thick film of dust on the TV cabinet and the cooker hob should be condemned as it is clearly old and has seen better days. Sticking with the kitchen, the cooker hood was dirty and carried a thick layer of grease. Plus, some of the cups and glasses were not cleaned to a sufficient standard. The lounge area table lamp was also dusty. The bedroom was comfortable and very restful after a days walking but the extractor fan in the shower room wasn't functioning. There was also a dirty towel left over from the previous guests. The towel warmer was also in need of updating as its thermostat was held together by lashings of black electrical tape which is not really attractive or acceptable. I sadly find that I cannot recommend this holiday property to others and I certainly won't be returning. Sorry if this information jars with the owner but they need to be aware that what they are offering really isn't up to scratch. Colin and Lynn.

Great cottage that is really warm and comfortable.

Thank you for having me!

2nd time at this beautiful cottage.

The host always bakes lovely buns/cakes and leaves extra touches for your arrival. The cottage is warm, comfy and in a beautiful position with lots of scenery. Lovely walks to Sutton Bank from the cottage. Will definitely be booking again in the future.

Comfortable, clean cottage, welcome pack was greatly appreciated.

Ideal base to explore the local area, we definitely will be back for a longer stay.

We arrived in storm Amy so wasn't sure what to expect but the cottage was warm and was very welcoming .

spotlessly clean and well equipped. Also some lovely treats were left for us .it is ideally located for lovely walks and within easy reach of main towns and the coast. It's was our first visit but would definitely go back .

A lovely warm cosy cottage in a stunning location.

It was well maintained with friendly owners who were on hand if needed but not intrusive. A good base from which to walk and explore the area by foot or by car.

Fantastic cottage, well situated, bed was comfy and cottage was well equipped, the only additions I could think of would be a squeegee in the shower just to help keep glass clean and cut moisture down and a cheap knife sharpener in the kitchen, overall, very good and would recommend.

This is the best cottage we have ever stayed at .

The cottage was super clean , beautifully decorated and had everything we needed. The out side area was an added bonus, complete with great views . A great base to explore the area . Will definitely return .

My wife and I had a lovely 3-night stay with our dog.

The cottage is fantastically located for our purposes and was well-equipped. The lemon drizzle cup cakes were a delicious bonus! Thank you very much.

Our third visit.

Just as good as we remembered.

Beautiful little cottage high up on the top of Sutton Bank.

Clean and well kept with a comfy bed and sofa. The lemon drizzle muffins and welcome pack were very much appreciated. There are no shops nearby so a car journey needed for any supplies but other than that we had a lovely weekend there.

Excellent location for walking, from the cottage, or elsewhere in the surrounding area.

Excellent location for visiting York and other towns by road. The cottage is in a very quiet location with lovely surrounding views, the off road parking is convenient and easy to negotiate. The cottage is well appointed and well equipped, and tastefully decorated. We only had one very tiny disappointment; the lack of a small shelf in the shower to put toiletries on. I spoke to the owner about this and he seemed quite responsive to the proposal. TV and internet were good. We would definitely book again if we visit that part of Yorkshire.

If you like the out-of-doors, endless walking paths, and spectacular vistas, you will love this place.

It is comfortable and convenient, and it is also close to many cultural and historical places of interest. The host was welcoming and hospitable. We did our laundry elsewhere, but in every other way the cottage was very convenient. The wifi worked fine, and so did the TV, although there were too many things to do in the region to give it a second thought. We became so attached to the area it was difficult to leave.

Liz the owner was very helpful before arrival helping me find the cottage and answering questions I had.

The cottage is very well maintained, clean and functional. The kitchen was well stocked with everything you’d need to cook some simple meals. The sofa was super comfortable and well set up with the TV for a snuggly evening. The bathroom is perfectly functional. The shower is a little snug if you are on the larger size, especially getting through the door. The hosts baked some delicious lemon drizzle cakes and provide a delicious packet of biscuits and some sachets of coffee, tea and hot chocolate that we enjoyed during the week. Also some delicious jams, honey and lemon curd went down well with toast and croissants! Thank you for all of these thoughtful items. The location is at the top of Sutton Bank, a very steep hill so bring your more powerful car! It is 5 minute walk from Sutton bank national park centre where there are several walks and multiple cycle trails so bring your walking boots and bikes. We found the location good for day trips to York and Whitby. The only issues we had were with the bedroom. The mattress is really really uncomfortable and hard with absolutely no support given by any remaining springs. We both really struggled to get comfortable and we have a firm mattress at home. Also, the blinds let in so much light, meaning sleeping past 7am was impossible without a sleep/eye mask (which I didn’t bring because I didn’t foresee this issue). The wifi was also hit and miss. Sometimes the signal would just drop out and we rarely got any signal in the bedroom. Thank you for having us this week.

Stayed at The Cottage for 5 nights over New Year.

It was a last minute booking and so glad we chose it. Sweet little cottage, ideal for 2 people. Had everything we needed and was, most importantly, very warm and cosy. Great hikes in the area, some right from the door. Feels lovely and secluded at the cottage but Thirsk and Helmsley are both close by. We visited / hiked around Sutton Bank, Wharram Percy, Rosedale Railway and from Helmsley to Rievaulx and back. Would recommend this cottage..!

A lovely property in such a fabulous location.

We didn’t want for anything - the cottage was clean, well equipped and provided an excellent base from which to explore the glorious North Yorkshire countryside. Cakes on arrival - home made of course - super comfy bed, and a general vibe of relaxation.

The Cottage is high up in the North Yorkshire Moors National Park and the views are beautiful and a visitor centre nearby allows access to some lovely walks and spectacular views.

The single storey cottage is warm, cosy and is really well equipped - with lots of space. We love horse racing and the wonderful bonus of this property is the chance to see racehorses on the gallops every morning - in all weathers!! It was the icing on the cake!! You need a car to visit the wonderful town Thirsk and the village of Helmsley along with many other beautiful places and attractions but you could also spend the entire duration of your stay just looking at the view and walking through it. We loved it so much and left with wonderful memories of a fabulous holiday, with sunshine and rain in equal measure so take the right clothes and footwear for that. Our dog Ned absolutely loved the cottage!! Thank you so much for sharing it.

A really nice well equipped cottage, Ideal for exploring North Yorkshire.

The location & views were amazing - that is where the good points end!

The property itself is in desperate need of redecoration there are marks all over it, the decoration is shoddy - grouting from the floor missing, black mould in the bathroom & round the windows - even the toilet seat doesn't fit properly. We've sent pics via Sykes. The homemade cakes were lovely but it is a shame other elements of the welcome back were months out of date. The bed was AWFUL with some horrid feather topper. My partner slept on the sofa every night & even that is old and saggy. The bathroom door is hard to shut properly & then open. There is also a no shoes inside policy apparently which was not mentioned before we got there & read the intro booklet.

We highly recommend this cottage, loved being back after staying next door last year.

The cakes are such a nice touch. The cottage is excellent to walk from, just minutes from the Cleveland Way. Seeing the strings of horses being exercised in the morning was such a treat. Quiet, cosy and peaceful. We had a mix of walking and sightseeing this week, and are already looking at what date we’re returning next year.

This holiday cottage is lovely and the owners obviously take pride in it as it is beautifully presented and the welcome cakes were lovely!

My only negative is that I couldn't find any instructions about the heating in the information pack which meant I had to use the blow heater. The weather was very changeable and the lack of heating made it difficult to get towels and wet clothes dried. I didn't feel any heat in the property until the morning I was leaving even though the listing had mentioned underfloor heating. I didn't meet the owners during my stay. There did appear to be people living onsite so it felt a bit strange not to see or meet them. I would definitely recommend this cottage if the welcome pack included instructions about the heating.

This cottage is excellently placed for walkers.

Very quiet & peaceful with a very comfortable bed. Great views from the bedroom window & of racehorses in training. Really enjoyed the cakes on arrival - thank you. Hope to visit again sometime in the future.

just perfect the cottage was so homely and warm very quiet the cakes were a hadded bonus will be going again soon .

Pearl my yorkie really loved it.Was a good base to travel went to thirsk was beautiful met the famus mrs grean from the tv program she was lovley

Beautiful cottage in a quiet area.

Lovely outlook from the cottage which was well equipped, clean and comfortable. The lemon drizzle buns were an added extra by the owners and were gorgeous. Will definitely be returning again.

Very clean and very homely.

The cakes on arrival were lovely. Beautiful views and very peaceful. Couldn’t fault it and would love to return.

Excellent stay for a week.

Wonderful welcome gifts and was not disturbed. Snowfall added to the pleasure. Wifi worked perfectly.

Lovely cottage in lovely position.

We really enjoyed our stay at the Cottage.

Its location is great almost next door the the North Yorkshire Moors Centre at Sutton Bank. Need to be careful locating the cottage on the online map as the position is misleading - this needs to be adjusted on the map to place it in the farm rather than over and up the road where I wound up initially. It is on the left at the first gate you come to past the Centre. There was a nice welcome pack and fresh cakes awaiting us on arrival. The welcome pack lasted us all week. One issue we found as doddery old folk: the bath/shower was difficult to get into when your body is not a agile as it used to be, it is also quite slippery in the bath and on the floor on entry and exit. When we met a problem with the TV, the response to the telephone call was almost instant. Thank you for a great stay. The location was ideal for visiting so much of North Yorkshire.

A very comfortable cottage with everything you need.

The owners Liz and Craig very helpful and hospitable. Liz baked some lovely cakes - a nice surprise. A brilliant peaceful location with a grandstand view of the up and coming race horses training. Great for walks and cycling. We will definitely be back

Cottage was really lovely clean and a lovely welcome pack with fresh buns we used the cottage as a base to tour round places we have not been to for 20 years will recommend to family and friends and would use the cottage again if we come back to the area it’s in a lovely quite area and you can watch the race horses training on a daily basis loved that.

Everything you would need for a holiday home and more.

A comfortable cottage in a quiet location.

A lovely view. The cottage was comfortable and well presented.

A lovely cottage, just what we were looking for, would be happy to stay again

8/10 overall.

An excellent cottage in a good location, easy to get too but the long private drive really needed some repairs as my wife's mobility scooter could not get down the drive to the road. Cleanliness was perfect with good facilities and crockery. The lemon drizzle cakes were to die for BTW. The only downside inside, was the low settee that had seen some use and the lack of cupboard space to put food away, along with the very small food preperation area. Otherwise this would score a 10 out of 10.

Lovely little cottage, ideal for a couple and small dog.

Bed extremely comfortable, kitchen well equipped with nice quality crockery. Just a 5 minute walk to Sutton Bank visitor centre. Good base for exploring the area.

An excellent, well equipped, warm cottage in a superb location for walking.

The welcome cakes were a delightful treat.

Lovely coittage well situated for this beautiful part of the country Lots to see and plenty to do we had a wondeful time The snow added to the enjoyment Thanks to Craig and Liz for all their assistance

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

Super cottage and a warm welcome. Great location. Next time we’ll bring our bikes!

Great location for walkers, very convenient for access to Helmsley, Thirsk, Rievaulx Abbey etc.

Ideal for couple, quiet location in converted barn. Underfloor heating, Wi-Fi , dishwasher, good shower & bath. Ample parking. Nice enclosed courtyard, secure for dog. Will stay again definitely.

Thanks for a comfortable well equipped cottage.

The cottage is in a excellent area for walking. Thanks

We had a lovely week staying at the cottage.

All as described and very comfortable. Likely to rebook in the future.

A Great cottage, very cosy and warm and spotless clean.

Lovely cakes and biscuits on arrival a lovely touch.

Beautiful cottage.

A real home from.home, nice little personal touches by the owner who was very welcoming. Fantastic area and gorgeous views. Would love to go back again.

Oh what bliss!

The Hambleton hills are a wonderful location, and the Cottage was just perfect as a base. I've probably been to North Yorkshire twenty or so times and here was by far the best. Nestled beside Kevin Ryan's horse gallop, the views across the moors were amazing. It's an ideal base if you enjoy walking/hiking. Poppy, my 13 year old Labrador clocked up around 14 miles throughout the week, while I managed over 50. Thirsk and Helmsley are only 6 miles away, with Byland and Rievaulx Abbeys even closer. The cottage is warm and cosy. My first night in the large bed was very comfortable and reminded me that I definitely need a new mattress at home. Everything you would need for a holiday could be found in the cottage. My planned healthy week away started badly due to the delicious lemon sponge cakes that the owner had left as a welcome present. (Thank you Liz). I'm not sure when, but I will be going back. The Cottage has everything you need for a perfect, relaxing holiday.

Fantastic exactly what we wanted.

Very well kept cottage in a lovely area. Nice and quiet but close enough to town if needed. My partner and I took our dog so being beside the national park the walks were amazing. We only met the owner on checking in and she seemed very nice. Couldn't ask for a better stay and the price was very reasonable. Thankyou for great time will definitely be booking again

I could not be happier!

I needed to find somewhere for just two nights to break our journey home and I could not have chosen a lovelier spot. Liz was fantastic making sure the lights and heating were on for our arrival. There was even a Christmas tree and very tasteful decorations. To top that she had left us cupcakes, biscuits and a welcome pack!! What more could anyone ask for!? The cottage is in a wonderful spot and I am looking forward to making another visit for longer!!

Fabulous location and our hosts were very helpful.

The cottage had everything we needed, was immaculately clean with a large comfortable bed.

It is peacefully, in fact silently (!) situated in a lovely part of Yorkshire.

We had a fantastic long weekend at The Cottage, it was really warm, clean and welcoming.

Everything you needed was supplied. We would love to go back there and will certainly tell our family about it as they like to holiday in Yorkshire. Thank the owners very much.

Wonderful clean cottage.

I was welcomed by host with a brief chat and left to myself for rest of week wihout being disturbed. Views were tremendous in a superb location, with so many options for activities. The cottage had a very comfy bed and some cakes and basket of goodies to welcome me. Was quiet and secure. Just what I wanted. One of the days I cycled to top of Black Hanbleton and another day up the same track but to the escarpment. Naturally an afternoon stroll to White horse from the cottage and trips to Helmsley and Osmotherly area. I was a little lazy and often returned at noon to watch the smart tv and do some laptop work. The Wifi kep up most of the times but did go off sometimes - about 0.5% down. No worries there. I will return as so much more to do. I am in recovery after recent heart attack so did not do as much as I wanted to do.

A lovely cottage with extra touches such as home made cakes.

Quiet and well located for walks.

lovely property.

... just needed more crockery and cutlery....spoke to the owner who ordered additional items that same day. Would benefit from an area to dry wet boots etc. But will definitely be returning.

We had a lovely stay at The Cottage, it is well equipped and comfortable.

Beautiful views and a lovely welcome pack, including home baked cakes and flowers. Perfect for exploring a wonderful area.

Stayed at Sykes cottages before and always found they supplied all kitchen items.

Unfortunately this time there wasnt a tray, sharp veg knife, bread knife, salt, sugar, very little wasing up liquid and kitchen roll so had to buy our own. Saw the owner for probably 5 minutes on arrival but didnt check later if we had everything we needed which i think would have been good. The cottage itself was nice and location was beautiful but felt a little disappointed compared to last year when our Sykes cottage was stunning.

The cottage was lovely and clean and tidy in beautiful surroundings but it was a bit too far out to be able to walk to local facilities.

Also the outside of the cottage was a let down. The garden furniture is in need of renovation and the fish pond was dirty and in need of a lot of care and attention as it is a feature of the garden.There wasn’t anywhere comfortable to sit outside and enjoy the view. Disappointed the owner did not check everything was ok . Having said that we enjoyed the holiday.

We received a warm welcome and the owner had made some nice, small cream cakes for us.

There was also a plentiful supply of sugar, tea and coffee sachets, plus some little pots of jams etc. The views from the cottage are exceptional and one can see all the surrounding countryside due to the high location. There is plenty of parking space. From the details we had the Cottage was not easy to find because we did not have the name of the farm and did not ask for it when we spoke to the owner. However, when you have the name of the farm and know that it is just around the corner from the North York Moors Visitor Centre, it is easy. A few extra mugs and a teapot would be useful, albeit we had taken a teapot luckily.

Good location for walks and countryside.

Comfy accommodation.

The Cottage was a lovely place to stay, we thoroughly enjoyed our visit.

The location is beautiful with incredible views, the accommodation itself is very comfortable and the host very welcoming; there were freshly made cupcakes, cookies and a selection of jams/preserves for us on arrival which was a nice surprise! When we are looking to visit the area again, we would definitely stay here!

Comfortable, cosy cottage in a great location.

Lovely walks direct from the cottage. We will definitely be visiting again

Syke's communication throughout was consistently on the ball and helpful, both by phone and email.

When we arrived at the "Cottage" we were greeted with a warm welcome from Lis the Owner. Our stay was most enjoyable, the cottage warm and comfy when we arrived back at the end of each day from our long walks! The North York Moors Visitor Centre was a wonderful surprise. We were spoiled for choice for places to visit and lovely restaurants. We will definitely return here, thank you for everything.

Great spot nice inside everthing you want ,only one thing disappointed dog crying for something under sofa we found a ball plus a lot of dirt and dust.

The cottage is gorgeous, very comfortable for 2 people and a dog.

Liz is a great host, the home made cakes were a welcome touch. Situated at the top of Sutton bank it has some stunning walks and easy road links to the rest of the dales. Will definitely recommend

The holiday and the cottage were very good no complaints.

We would definitely consider going back there again. Just one negative comment, the recycle bin needs something to hold the lid up as it came down and hit both myself and husband on the head at different times. It is not easy to hold the lid whilst trying to put things in the appropriate bins.

The Cottage was ideal for a short break in a location ideal to travel to market towns of North Yorkshire.

It was well appointed, comfortable with a welcome pack including yummy home baking. Watching the racehorses on the neighbouring gallops provided an interesting spectacle whilst the short walk to the National Park Visitor Centre was useful for information. Many walks from here.

Beautiful cottage in a beautiful location, the cottage was clean and welcoming, I was greeted with some hone made cakes

An excellent break in a lovely cottage.

Even the storm couldn't spoki it and the fairy cakes we're very much appreciated after some wet, windy and muddy walks.

A very relaxing and enjoyable holiday.

Warm cosy cottage, friendly welcoming owners. Quiet and beautiful location.

The cottage was very comfortable and quiet.

We were made to feel very welcome. The cottage is well located for walking and cycling and also for touring the beautiful surrounding countryside.

The Cottage is in a lovely quiet and scenic location.

Lovely views across to the old Hambleton Racecourse and beyond. Lots of interesting walks and Helmsley and Thirsk a short drive away. The Cottage is very comfortable and clean with Wi-Fi which is good.

It was a beautiful place, made extra nice by getting some cupcakes and chocolates on arrival.

Would definitely recommend

Very nice cottage.

Owners very welcoming. Comfortable stay. Couple of homely touches such as the home made cup cakes, biscuits and jam. Great location, with some fantastic walks, also got to see the races horses every morning. Lovely quite spot and great night view of the stars. Only down side, quite a way from a pub or local shop.

The cottage is ideally located for so much of North Yorkshire, the “Finest view in England” being just a short walk away.

We included the coastal beauty of Staithes, Whitby and Robin Hood’s Bay on one day. Castle Howard another great attraction within just a few miles. I was very surprised by the World of James Herriot At Thirsk, it was far more than I had expected from what just looked like an ordinary terrace house. Helmsley just down the road has always been favourite visiting spot. The cottage’s surroundings country roads were a pleasure to cycle on for me with some challenging hills to climbs, but that’s what cycling is all about! The cottage was lovely and I would definitely not rule out a return visit.

Spacious and comfortable cottage in a beautiful setting.

We felt most welcome and thoroughly enjoyed exploring the surrounding areas. A lovely court yard area to sit in and enjoy and see the horses galloping. We will definitely go back.

Very well equipped comfortable cottage.

We really enjoyed our week there. Homemade cakes on arrival. Lovely welcome from the owner. We will be back.