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Beautiful location, lots of outside and inside space, stunning views and Pub

Family-friendly holiday home in York

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The Vestry is a spacious 5-bedroom retreat in the heart of a beautiful village. Unwind in the underfloor heated drawing room with its TV area, game/puzzle space, and Garden Room offering lovely views. Enjoy alfresco dining on the patio or relax by the BBQ amidst extensive gardens.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5128 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beautiful location, lots of outside and inside space, stunning views and Pub

The Vestry is a spacious 5 bed house with extensive gardens set in a beautiful village. We do not allow pets to stay.

The house is underfloor heated throughout the downstairs. There is a fully equipped separate kitchen with oven, microwave, hob, dishwasher, fridge and TV and dining table. The utility has a sink, washing machine and tumble dryer and hanging rack for drying.

There is a large drawing room which comprises of three areas, a TV area, game/puzzle area and the Garden Room with lovely views and a large dining table.

Outside there are three areas for sitting. In the back the patio has a table for alfresco dining and there is also a gravelled area with rattan seats to sit and enjoy the view. There is also a BBQ. The front garden is a very large area with plenty of room to run around, with a sitting area and large lawn to enjoy table tennis, badminton or football, there are also swings.

The Vestry comprises of 3 bedrooms with high ceilings and a sense of space. The Main Bedroom has a super king bed with beautiful views to the back and also has a dressing room which could also be used as a cot room or work area. The 2nd Bedroom has two single beds and the 3rd Room has a single, both with lovely views to the front. Each room as a hair dryer, fresh linen and towels.
The bathroom is also underfloor heated and has a bath and shower, with loo and sink. (There is also a downstairs loo).

The Vestry was purpose built in 2005 and is attached to the Old Vicarage, built in 1854, where we live.

There are large gardens with lots a space to run around and play games such as football, table tennis, badminton and swings.

Our village, Roecliffe, is beautiful and there are lovely walks and an award winning pub within 2 minutes walking distance. We have provided walking route maps in the Vestry.

Next door is a unique neo Norman barrelled roof Church which is looked after by the Church Conservation Trust and holds regular services.

We are also graced with lovely walks with some along the River Ure which runs behind our property.

The village is very quiet and we are a mile away from the bustling town of Boroughbridge with shops and cafes. The area has many attractions such as Newby Hall, Ripon Cathedral, Brimham Rocks, Fountain's Abbey, York Minster and Betty's In Harrogate to name but a few.

We are very close to the A1 for easy access to explore other areas such as the Dales and only an hour and half from the Lake District and an hour from the coast.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is permitted outside

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Solar energy
  • Unit size: 1,378 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 23

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: there are no locks on cupboards

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is permitted outside

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in York, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. The area's natural beauty can be seen at North York Moors National Park and Staveley Nature Reserve, while Aldborough Roman Site Museum and Courthouse Museum are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Moto-Mania and Log Heights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Roecliffe, ENG

What's nearby

  • Ripon Racecourse - 11 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Knaresborough Castle - 14 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Newby Hall and Gardens - 14 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Aldwark Manor Spa - 14 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Mother Shipton's Cave - 15 min drive - 14.8 km

Getting around

  • Cattal Station - 17 min drive
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Plenty Sandwich Shop & Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Tiger Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Lime Tree Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ye Olde Punch Bowl - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful location, lots of outside and inside space, stunning views and Pub pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful location, lots of outside and inside space, stunning views and Pub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful location, lots of outside and inside space, stunning views and Pub?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful location, lots of outside and inside space, stunning views and Pub located?

This family-friendly York holiday home is located in a rural location, within 2 mi (3 km) of Boroughbridge Marina, St. James's Square and Boroughbridge Community Library. Staveley Nature Reserve and Aldborough Roman Site Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Beautiful location, lots of outside and inside space, stunning views and Pub Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 22 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ashley J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Property Great Hosts

Lovely property and the hosts couldnt have done any more to make us feel welcome
Stayed 27 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Superb

Return visit, wonderful
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

richard l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Second visit

Second time visiting property and still a very good place to visit with easy access to York, Yorkshire dales and even the coast us not to far away.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

David K., Sola, Norway

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful house and garden, pefect for our young family

The house was wonderful, perfect for our family, huge garden with games for the kids, lots of space in the house, lovely conservatory for relaxing in the evenings, lots for the kids to do, dvds, board games, everything you need.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Yorkshire Dales Stay

We had a wonderful time at this property, sightseeing and hiking during the day and relaxing in the wonderful garden room at night. We visited all the local abbey ruins and also toured York and the Yorkshire Dales and visited Haworth, home to the Brontes. The beautiful garden, the sheep fields in the back and the footpath along the river all contributed to the experience.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcus B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Family Vacation

It is a wonderful house with enough space for everyone. It is very clean and very well equipped with everything you need. There is a huge garden with space for the children to play football and badminton. The hosts are very friendly an ready to help whenever needed. We are looking forward to return as soon as possible. Marcus and Betti
Stayed 19 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christiane G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Yorkshire Cottage

We thoroughly enjoyed staying at this unique, beautiful, spaceous, comfortable home, such an athmospheric sourrounding near the historic church and former vicary. We especially loved the sunroom with serene view, a perfect place to spent meals, read, relax. Wonderful, attentive hosts. Ideal location for exploring the countryside (Yorkshire Dales, North York Moors, River Ure), surplus world heritage nearby (Fountains Abbey, York, Durham). All in all highly recommended, extraordinary cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Cottage in Rural Location

Located on the edge of a small village yet convenient for the A1, York & Harrogate, The Vestry provides opportunities to relax and to enjoy many local tourist hotspots. Close to a small town and a large selection of high-quality eateries, choose between cook-it-yourself and letting someone else do all the hard work. The 3-bed property is very comfortable with a large conservatory and fine views over the Yorkshire countryside, and many games facilities.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Andy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Vestry is a great place to stay.

A lovely character property in the Vale of York. Plenty of space to relax inside the house, photos in the profile don't do it justice! Clean, well equipped and very nicely presented. The garden is great, Carolyn and Tim provided table tennis, croquet, badminton and footballs to use which went down well with the kids both young and old. There's so much to see in Yorkshire, it was hard to choose, but we enjoyed coast, Dales and city. We had delicious meals out at The Wild Swan and The Hideaway Kitchen. Nearby Boroughbridge has all you need for shopping. We would definitely recommend this beautiful house as a base to explore all Yorkshire has to offer.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

Dream family home in charming village perfectly located for Yorkshire tourism

Very comfortable house for family with three children - well equipped, spotless, spacious, silent, charming inside and out (spectacular view of fields of sheep and cows from conservatory). Kids loved the tree swing, chickens on the lawn, fresh eggs and local village walk. Location enabled easy trips to York, Harrogate and Leeds. Food shopping was a pleasure in Boroughbridge, Ripon, Thirsk and Northallerton (Lewis & Cooper is amazing for both quality and international variety). We ate out very well in the local Crown Inn pub (2 minute walk) and neighbouring village pub the Black Swan in Oldstead (voted ’best restaurant in the world’ by Tripadvisor and we weren't disappointed!). Thanks for a wonderful holiday!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Kurt S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent!

Very nice place, excellent hosts and my daughter loved Watson the black Labrador!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet Village Retreat

Village location, Roecliffe, convenient for A1(M), town of Boroughbridge, and many visitor attractions. The Crown is within walking distance and serves lunchtime and evening, until end of September when it will change to all day. Quality mobile takeaway service Thursday evening is highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Helen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous house in a beautiful setting

Beautiful village setting and roomy house with plenty of space for a family of 5 and a huge garden with games. Spotlessly clean and everything top quality, from the appliances in the superbly equipped kitchen to the bedding and large fluffy towels. Everything needed for a holiday was provided, with thoughtful touches such as the welcome pack, dishwasher tablets, even food bags. Well situated to visit many tourist attractions. We loved our stay. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Helen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous

Excellent. Owner was great and property exceeded expectations
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An excellent property

We had a lovely holiday at this beautiful property, it is so spacious clean and well equipped and set in such a quiet peaceful location. The hosts Carolyn and Tim are so welcoming and helpful with all your needs, their local knowledge is especially useful. As you look around the property you see those little touches that make you feel welcome,i would definitely like to return for another holiday.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Katie Turner

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peace and comfort in gorgeous Yorkshire

This property is spacious, clean and warm. It is not over-cluttered with stuff, has deliciously comfortable beds and quality bedding and is in a wonderfully peaceful location. The property has plenty of character and it was easy to relax here. Being next to the owners was great: they were extremely friendly and helpful but they did not invade our privacy at all! We would whole-heartedly recommend this as a fantastic place to stay.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Really lovely property. Very peaceful and in a picturesque village. Huge garden.

We really enjoyed our stay. Hosts were friendly and everything you need is there plus lots of games for the garden. If you want somewhere very quiet, this is for you.

10/10 Excellent

Claire C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay at Vestry

We had a lovely stay at this beautiful and welcoming property. We love the peace and quiet. Also handy for visiting lots of places of interest nearby. Thanks to Carolyn and Tim for looking after us so well.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Alex C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A piece of wow in Yorkshire

The grounds were just wonderful, and the owners were fantastic hosts. Outside is an idyllic landscape, the grounds are beautiful, and the house itself is fantastically appointed. If you do come to this delightful little village, be sure you have a car. Highly recommend and will endeavor to come again!

10/10 Excellent

richard l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Great location, easy access from motorway and to Yorkshire dales. Property was above our expectations and will return for further visits.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Henning D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just beautiful

Perfect accomodation for holidays with the family, many things to do and see within one hour by car! The owners are always there to help , the children have got lots of space to play, in the backyard you have a lovely view from the conservatory.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Margaret L.

Wonderful place to stay

The Vestry is a beautiful property in an excellant location. It is quiet and peaceful with views over farmland to the rear and lovely grounds that are very well kept from the front. The house is spacious and very comfortable, very clean and well equipped and Carolyn and Tim are great hosts. There were lots of little touches including fresh eggs and delicious cake. We loved our stay here and really appreciated the comfy beds. We were the first guests to stay since the property was equipped for self catering and would certainly recommend it to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017