Coral Cottage, Castle Howard, Coneysthorpe
ID: S175608
- Bedrooms 3
- ・ Sleeps 6
- ・ Pets 2
Snaptrip says
Coral Cottage is frequently praised for its warm, cosy atmosphere and well-equipped nature, set in a perfect location for exploring North Yorkshire. Guests appreciate the comfortable furnishings, the access to Castle Howard, and the property's delightful decoration. Some concerns were raised regarding maintenance issues and cleanliness, but these were relatively few compared to the overall positive feedback.
Guests that stayed at this property said
Guests have mentioned a few cleaning issues, such as dead flies and cobwebs, suggesting room for improvement. However, the bedding and towels were consistently described as faultless, indicating a generally high standard of cleanliness.
The cottage's location is highly praised for its proximity to Castle Howard and the scenic village green, making it an ideal base for exploring the area. The setting is described as perfect and wonderful.
The majority of guests found the cottage to be comfortable, with special mentions of cosy living rooms, comfortable beds, and thick fluffy towels. However, one guest mentioned an uncomfortable double bed, slightly lowering the score.
While the cottage is generally well-equipped, there were several remarks about maintenance issues such as dangerously hot water, complex light switches, and a thin oven glove. These points suggest that while facilities are good, there is a need for better maintenance and safety considerations.
There is no mention of gifts or special thoughtful touches provided by the hosts in the reviews, so it is not possible to assess this category. Therefore, the score is set to null.
About this property
Coral Cottage is an 18th Century stone cottage of historical and contemporary charm. Each room is unique, comfortably furnished and decorated with different blends of vintage pieces from Castle Howard, and antiques and art from across the country. The cottage also benefits from a wood burning stove, enclosed front and rear gardens and ample private parking.
The delightful village of Coneysthorpe on the Castle Howard Estate sits at the heart of the Howardian Hills, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Perfectly placed in rural North Yorkshire; the North York Moors National Park, Yorkshire Coast and medieval city of York are all easily accessible. Castle Howard, which is just a stone’s throw from the village, is one of Britain’s finest stately homes and was built in the 18th century by Sir John Vanbrugh. The nearby market town of Malton boasts an impressive array of independent food outlets, cafes, restaurants and shops with popular food markets taking place each month.
The Howardian Hills and North York Moors offer endless footpaths and bridleways and are popular with cyclists, walkers and nature lovers. The rugged Yorkshire Coast includes towns such as Whitby and Scarborough as well as smaller fishing villages including Sandsend and Robin Hood’s Bay, all within an hours drive. The city of York is just 15 miles away and offers many attractions including museums, galleries, river cruises, York Minster, the medieval walls and a huge variety of shop and restaurants.
Yorkshire has something for everyone, see our Surrounding Local Area information below for just a few suggestions on how to best enjoy your holiday in this superb county.
Additional Information:
Some low beams in the cottage.
There are some steps from patio area to grassed area in the rear garden, and a small step between sitting room and kitchen.
Guests will receive a £20 voucher to use at the Castle Howard's Farm Shop.
Day entry passes to Castle Howard valid for the day of your choice (subject to seasonal public opening times, please click here for more information). The house and gardens are open seasonally (usually from around April to October), however please make sure to check before you visit and book ahead.
Up to four well-behaved dogs welcome (small additional charge). Garden (not fenced for dogs), backing onto open working farmland with livestock in the field.
Initial wood supply provided in baskets by the wood burning stoves.
The bedding is non-feather.
Nearby points of interest
- Nunnington Hall
- Eden Camp Modern History Theme Museum
- Flamingo Land
- Mathewsons Classic Cars
- Ryedale Folk Museum
- Rievaulx Abbey
- York Art Gallery
- York Museum Gardens
- Yorkshire Museum
- Shambles
Reviews (14)
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Confirmed Guest
Comfortable, well equipped and warm
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Confirmed Guest
It would have been nice if there had been some kitchen cleaning sprays and more than one hand cloth and towel as it was only a five-day stay so no point in washing 2 kitchen towels. The double bed downstairs was very uncomfortable as it has sunk in where bodies have been. But otherwise it was a delight to stay there
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Confirmed Guest
Really nice cottage, very peaceful and scenic!