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Shire Cottage - Harrogate

Knaresborough, North Yorkshire
Visit England Gold Award
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 1
4 star
Complex of properties
Internet access
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Family friendly
Parking on site / nearby
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Grade II listed converted stable offering comfortable accommodation for four guests
  • Located in the heart of Knaresborough close to the riverside, shops and restaurants
  • Lovely walks and fantastic cycling routes on the doorstep
Property code: HH075

This property is located alongside its sister property in an historic cobbled courtyard which was once home to the prestigious Royal Oak inn, which has since been converted to a private residence. The town is not only home to a good range of shops and eateries, but also has plenty to offer visitors in the way of tourist attractions including the medieval castle, courthouse museum, Mother Shiptons Cave, and the pretty esplanade which runs alongside the River Nidd. Just 3.5 miles from Knaresborough the town of Harrogate is well-known for its famous tearooms.

Stepping inside this cottage, guests come directly to the welcoming lounge where they will find two comfortable sofas, and a flame-effect electric fire. There is plenty to keep guests entertained for a quiet night in with a TV/DVD and a DAB radio as well as a selection of books and games. In the kitchen/diner there is enough space to comfortably seat four diners, alongside a good selection of equipment including an oven, hob, microwave, and fridge/freezer. The washing machine and tumble dryer, for those that need to do laundry whilst away, can be found in a separate utility room. Both bedrooms can be found on the first floor, both of which benefit from en-suite facilities. The bedrooms are super-king-size rooms, each with zip-and-link beds which can be separated into twins on request. Bedroom One has an en-suite bathroom with a double-ended bath, handheld shower, and WC. Bedroom Two, meanwhile, offers an en-suite shower room with a walk-in shower and WC. Outside the property there is a courtyard area which is shared with the neighbouring property and which offers a seating area with garden furniture and enough space to store two bikes. There is off-road parking available for two cars parked tandemly.

  • 2 super-king bedrooms (can be made up as twin rooms on request)
  • En-suite shower, room
  • TV/DVD, iPod dock, and DAB radio
  • Oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, and washer/dryer
  • Welcome tray provided
  • Bike storage for 2 bikes
  • Off-road parking available for two cars parked tandemly
  • Pubs and shops within walking distance
  • The cottage is located within the town centre
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 15:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 1 dog allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week

Kirsten Wilcock

This property is personally managed by Kirsten.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 15 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Stephen 3rd April 2024

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A fantastic stay - just too short! From the initial correspondence to handing back the keys, the whole experience was seamless. The cottage was beautifully furnished and comfortable, the hosts exceptionally friendly, and the location was perfect for us. Even our dog loved it. Full marks all round.

Reviewed by Andy 14th March 2024

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Shire cottage has to be among the best we have ever stayed in for cleanliness, equipment, comfort and location. The owners could not be more helpful, greeting us on arrival with a welcome pack and offering advice on where to eat.

Reviewed by Tom 14th October 2023

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Very well located and set up cottage in Knaresborough with fantastic hosts. It is ideal for a holiday exploring Leeds, York and Harrogate.

Reviewed by Paul 6th October 2023

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Reviewed by Gordon 19th July 2023

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Had a fantastic stay. Plenty off street parking. Excellent location for the town and visiting York, Harrogate and further afield using the train or bus. House has everything you would need, home from home. Knaresborough is a lovely town to stay in with lovely places to eat out and plenty coffee shops by the river within walking distance of the cottRead moreage. Would definitely stay again. Hide

Reviewed by Lorna 29th June 2023

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The cottage is extremely comfortable with added parking which is always a bonus. Lovely en-suite to each bathroom and bedrooms were spacious with good quality bed linen and towels. Kitchen had everything you could ask for with additional extras such as milk, shortbread and Prosecco.

Reviewed by Helen 26th November 2022

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Great location and really comfortable Accomodation

Reviewed by Angela 23rd September 2022

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Lovely cottage in a ideal location. Good communication with owners before arrival and during . The owners have thought of everything that you need for your stay . Would highly recommend.

Reviewed by Mike 15th September 2022

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Wonderful stay, we were four people with different needs and requirements all of which were filled,great hosts who were there to greet us and show us around would highly, recommend this cottage to anybody looking to explore this area

Reviewed by Gyles 29th July 2022

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Lovely week's stay in Dray cottage and Shire cottage, we booked them both to holiday with family and they joined to make one large living area which worked perfectly with adults and children. Really well equipped and comfortable. Hosts were really helpful and welcoming, suggesting great places to visit. The position is also a bonus being a couple oRead moref minutes from town and also a few minutes walk away from parks and river meadows which was useful for walking our dogs. Will certainly book again. Hide

Reviewed by Elizabeth 10th July 2022

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Very comfortable property with everything you need. Well equipped kitchen with good quality kitchen equipment. Beds were comfortable with cool cotton sheets. En suite to both rooms,1 with shower and the other a bath. Very clean property and everything well maintained. Welcome pack of milk,biscuits and Prosecco. Parking at the property, an added bonRead moreus in such a central location. Everything walking distance (a bit hilly). a small coop 5 mins walk. Plenty of places to eat. Friendly,helpful owners. Hide

Reviewed by Ralph 1st July 2022

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Well-equipped cottage with a very high standard of facilities. Quality electricals with everything working. Downstairs 'rainforest' shower en suite, but bath available upstairs - valued by older renters. Steep wooden staircase a challenge, but overall an excellent holiday choice. Knaresborough town 2mins walk, and York and Harrogate in easy reach bRead morey car. Disks provided for disk parking (Harrogate) a nice touch. Hide

Reviewed by Andrew 10th June 2022

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Fantastic. Nothing more to say !!!

Reviewed by Harold 3rd June 2022

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Reviewed by Averill 7th May 2022

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Shire Cottage is such a lovely place to stay, everything you could wish for, even supering beds, single if you needed them, beautiful ensuite bathrooms & very clean ! We had a very warm welcome from Richard & Jackie, it's right in the centre of Knaresborough, plenty of beautiful walks which was ideal for our dog, very easy on the train to HarrogateRead more & York , we would highly recommend staying here ! Hide

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Location

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