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Lilac Cottage - Aldbrough Saint John

Richmond, Yorkshire
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Pub nearby
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At a glance

  • Quintessential Yorkshire cottage in a picture-perfect village
  • Unwind in front of the wood burner after a day of exploring
  • Enjoy the convenience of a quaint village pub nearby, perfect for a home-cooked meal
Property code: OC-L30130

Filled to the brim with old English charm, this quaint cottage offers a comfortable home-from-home for four guests in the sleepy village of Aldbrough St John. Take life at a slower pace whilst staying here, enjoying walks around the village green, trips to the local pub and days to nearby Yorkshire attractions. Positioned between Darlington (7.5 miles), Barnard Castle (12 miles) and Richmond (7 miles), you’ll feel spoilt for choice in charming towns to explore. A little further away, the vast Yorkshire Dales National Park (20 miles) invites you in with breathtaking scenery and unforgettable hikes.

Endearing and appealing from the moment you step inside, this two-storey cottage has been lovingly updated to feature inviting décor and calming tones. Find two comfortable seating areas to unwind in on the ground floor, the lovely lounge and the sunny conservatory. Whether you’re curled up by the wood burner with the Smart TV on or admiring the garden whilst playing a board game, you’ve got room to relax down here. There’s also the farmhouse-style kitchen with its breakfast table for dining. Upstairs, two fabulous king-size bedrooms await, each with plenty of space to spread out, along with a shower room. Outside, the garden at the rear elevates the property come summertime, complete with a furnished lawn and impeccable views.

Surrounded by pretty villages of a similar ilk, you can enjoy getting to know the area with a hike, or perhaps a pub crawl, of nearby locales. Visit Melsonby (2 miles), Eppleby (3 miles) and Forcett (2 miles), admiring field-lined country roads that lead you to each destination. For history lovers, the Stanwick Iron Age Fortifications (2 miles) will be an area of interest close by, along with the riverside medieval castle ruin at Barnard Castle.

  • 2 king-size bedrooms
  • 1 shower room with WC
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, dishwasher, fridge, Dolce Gusto coffee machine
  • Welcome pack
  • Woodburner in lounge (first basket of logs included)
  • Smart TV in lounge
  • Enclosed garden with patio and furniture and charcoal BBQ
  • Private off-road parking for 1 car, further unallocated on-street parking available
  • Pub within 0.5 miles, shop 3 miles
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Rupert Spiers

This property is personally managed by Rupert.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

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Reviewed by Karen 1st February 2025

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Lilac Cottage: We stayed for a week in January 2025 & will happily stay there again. The Cottage is beautifully decorated and furnished with quality items. The multi-fuel burning stove was lovely. The bed, pillows, linens and the towels were all very good. Driveway parking, neat garden. The village of Aldbrough St John is quiet, there is a pub, theRead more Stanwick Arms, which only reopened on our last night after a refurbishment; we did call in for a drink and received a nice welcome but cannot comment on their food offerings. Best to check their opening days/ times. Paul, the owner of Lilac Cottage was very efficient with the pre-arrival information and anything we needed to ask whilst we there. Thank you. Hide

Reviewed by Jen 3rd January 2025

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Beautiful cottage in a peaceful location. Perfect to get away from the hustle and bustle of life. Fabulous surroundings and countryside on your doorstep. The hosts were very welcoming to us and our four legged friend! The garden was secure for a small dog.

Reviewed by Kim 1st December 2024

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Had a wonderful 4 day break. Delightful cottage. Comfy beds and lovely decor.

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