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Emerald's Barn

Stillington, near York, North Yorkshire
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Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
No Dogs
5 star
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Games / Play facilities
Luxury
Romantic
Tennis Court
Rustic
Parking on site / nearby
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
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At a glance

• Spacious and luxurious accommodation with wood burner and large en suite
• Play tennis on the court, spot wildlife in the garden or spend the day in nearby York
• Grade II-listed former granary, converted to the highest standard

Property code: G0057

Prepare for a replenishing stay at this luxury accommodation, in a deliciously rural setting within the Yorkshire countryside. Discover local walking and cycling trails taking in rolling hills and restful forests, enjoying the delights of the Howardian Hills AONB (4 miles). An abundance of wildlife lives here, so prepare for sightings of foxes, hares, badgers and roe deer during your stay. With its on-site tennis court, this lovely one-bed home is ideal for an active couple keen to enjoy a scenic holiday.

You’ll approach the property via a private road surrounded by open fields, for a lovely sense of seclusion. Originally a farm building, this attractive 19th-century property is brimming with original character, with its pretty wooden beams and a large fireplace with exposed brickwork. The delightful open-plan living area contains a large corner sofa with scatter cushions and a wood burner to keep you toasty. A large glass window overlooks the surrounding fields. There are cheerful pepperings of colour throughout, including in the attractive kitchen which has lovely blue units and a circular wooden dining table for enjoying meals. When bedtime calls, retire to the welcoming super-king-size bedroom, served by an en-suite bathroom with a relaxing freestanding bath. In good weather, you can take meals and coffees outside, where there’s a large table and chairs so you can sit and enjoy the views over the surrounding countryside.

When it’s time to venture out, the nearby village of Stillington (2 miles) has three friendly pubs for enjoying a quiet drink. Love golf? The local club (4.5 miles) offers an 18-hole course taking in pretty woodland. The walled city of York (12 miles) offers excellent shopping and cultural opportunities, including its gothic-style medieval cathedral and National Railway Museum.

  • 1 super king-size bedroom
  • 1 en-suite bathroom with freestanding bath, walk-in shower and WC
  • Oven, hob, microwave, dishwasher, fridge and ice box
  • Wood burner (between October  to March there is a £25 per week charge for unlimited logs - payable to the owner directly)
  • LCD TV and Sky
  • Two terraces for outdoor meals
  • Tennis court available for use upon arrangement
  • Pub and shop within 2 miles
  • Regret no toddlers/children. Babes in arms welcome, guests to provide their own cot.
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £150 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £20. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Rachel Stowe

This property is personally managed by Rachel.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 26 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Peter 30th May 2025

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This cottage really has everything for a wonderful holiday for those who want to relax in a quiet and beautiful landscape.

Reviewed by Caroline 16th May 2025

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Would recommend for location and for peace and quiet

Reviewed by Linda 11th April 2025

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A must for solo traveler. Excellent location, very peaceful and remote but with the added benefit of having the owners in close proximity. Exceptional clean, high quality bedding, very well equipped. Having a solo break after some health issues I found it very reassuring that although the property was in a remote peaceful location I wasnt alone. ThRead moree owners are not intrusive but you will see them in the garden area which is for the owners use. There is a seating area to the side of the cottage. Hide

Reviewed by Steve 1st February 2025

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A stunning barn conversion in a rural location!! This cosy, well arranged property is beautiful, the views around are stunning, it is off the beaten track but close to all we needed. Two days spent in York using the park and ride, a day in Whitby crossing the moor in sunshine and visiting, Ripon, Thirsk and Helmsley. Tim and Claire are great hosts,Read more we will return Hide

Reviewed by Catherine 20th December 2024

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Brilliant cottage, beautiful scenery, Tim and Clare were lovely and friendly people, and extremely helpful with places to go and eat, as well as places to walk, we will be visiting again as there is so much to see and visit, and we loved the log fire which made the cottage very cosy.

Reviewed by Lisa 29th November 2024

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We absolutely loved our week here. It feels in the middle of nowhere, and while that is true, it is also just a 5min drive from the village. The cottage is stunning, it looks small but it isn't, it has everything you could possibly need. The owners were so lovely and welcoming, the bed was amazing and the shower was glorious. Only 12 miles from YorRead morek and within easy reach of Whitby etc it was perfectly placed. We will definitely be back here Hide

Reviewed by Carol 22nd November 2024

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A beautiful barn conversion in a lovely quiet location. The owners are helpful but unintrusive. There is a longish drive from the main road but this adds to its peaceful location. The log burner added to the warm cosy feel of the place. Beautiful bathroom and plenty of hot water for the huge bath. The place was clean and fresh. The bed was comfortaRead moreble, the bedding was high quality, white cotton. There was a very handy welcome pack. Gorgeous views all around. Hide

Reviewed by Nick 1st November 2024

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Such a cosy property, finished to a high standard. The bed was super comfortable; the free-standing bath a real luxury; the kitchen had everything we needed; and the sofa is hard to leave in the eveningsespecially with the stove burning. The area abounds with lovely walks and great pubs. York is close by with all its history and culture, as is CastRead morele Howard and plenty of other attractions. Tim was a wonderful host and did everything he could to make our stay perfect. Would highly recommend. Hide

Reviewed by Alex 11th October 2024

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We had a faultless stay. The cottage is a delightful restoration of an old farm building. It was a very comfortable stay in a lovely setting with beautiful sunrise and dark skies at night. A convenient location for visiting York, the nearby villages and the coastal towns. One of the very best holiday cottages that we have stayed in together with veRead morery helpful and friendly hosts. Hide

Reviewed by Keith 20th September 2024

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Emerald Barn cottage is a delight, warm and cozy, clean and comfortable everything you expect from a holiday rental, but rarely get with some other companies this is the exception. Our thanks go to Tim for the use of your cottage and to your two little helpers. We hope to see you again sometime in the future. Keith and Isabella

Reviewed by Norman 30th August 2024

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Reviewed by Kevin 2nd August 2024

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Amazing property. Best we visited

Reviewed by Jessie 21st June 2024

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We really enjoyed our holiday here. Emerald's Barn is a lovely place to stay in with all that you could need. It is surrounded by beautiful countryside with a wealth of wildlife and walks from the door. Tim and Claire made us very welcome and were both helpful but also unobtrusive. We will be back!

Reviewed by Ann 3rd May 2024

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Emerald Cottage was delightful with absolutely gorgeous views wherever you looked. It's situated in such a peaceful location with everything you could need. It was great being able to use the tennis course and we enjoyed the visits from the owners' dogs. Would highly recommend and would love to revisit.

Reviewed by Gill 26th April 2024

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Fabulous quiet and relaxing location. Beautiful property. A lovely welcome from the owners. Brilliant for walking.

Reviewed by Robert 16th February 2024

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A fantastic place to stay, well designed throughout and very welcoming. Ideal location for visiting York and other sites and not too far from pubs and restaurants.

Reviewed by Martin 9th February 2024

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A truly lovely place to stay, tastefully decorated with all the facilities that you'd expect to find, creating a cosy and relaxing environment. A great rural location but with amenities not far away and lots of nearby places of interest to visit. Very helpful owners and a very welcome 'welcome' pack.

Reviewed by Joanna 24th November 2023

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Beautiful peaceful rural location with stunning views, comfortable, tasteful cottage, hospitable hosts and thoughtful extras on arrival, highly recommended particularly for a wonderful, romantic break.

Reviewed by Tracy 20th October 2023

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Wow what an amazing find. Emerald Barn has everything you could want and more. Tim and Claire are so friendly, but without being intrusive. Lots of special treats for us on Arrival which was really appreciated after a long drive. The woodburning stove is wonderful after a day out visiting the surrounding area.

Reviewed by Dee 29th September 2023

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Lovely converted barn in a beautiful setting - location provides the perfect getaway! Lovely walks close by and the market town of Helmsley is a good place to visit for a couple of hours with plenty of nice coffee shops and little gift shops - the Ginger Bear in particular! The Curious Coffee Company is a great coffee shop in Easingwold with deliciRead moreous coffee and scones. Would recommend the Durham Ox pub in Crayke - great atmosphere & delicious food. Tim & Claire friendly and on hand if needed. Hide

Reviewed by Nigel 22nd September 2023

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Reviewed by Dermott 8th September 2023

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Reviewed by Geoffrey 3rd September 2023

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This is a gem of an accommodation. The only criticism, if one can call it such, is that the owner has underplayed what a wonderful cottage and location is provided. The location is well off the beaten track situated as it is in the middle of green fields yet just 5 minutes from the lovely village of Stillington. The owners are receptive and helpfulRead more without in any way being intrusive. If someone is looking for an upmarket cottage in North Yorkshire it will be difficult to find anything better. Hide

Reviewed by Richard 14th July 2023

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Reviewed by Nick 30th June 2023

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Stunning cottage in rural location. Well equipped and thoughtful and welcoming owners. Lots to do in the area including National Trust and Yorks attractions. Local pubs offer good food and a warm welcome. Highly recommended.

Reviewed by Ann 16th June 2023

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Lovely cottage, well appointed, fantastic quiet location and the owners very welcom8ng and helpful.

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