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Middlethorpe Manor Cottages - No1 Relax and Unwind

Middlethorpe Manor Cottages - No1 Relax and Unwind

4.5
out of 5
Ratings from 25 reviews
92% of guests
recommend
Cleanliness
4.1
Comfort
4.7
Condition
4.4
Location
4.8
Value
4.3
Customer
Service
4.6

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This lovely 2 bedroom cottage is set in a beautiful location and is close to the city centre, parks, walking and cycle routes. It enjoys the feel of a country location and yet is only 2 miles from the city centre.

A beautiful cosy cottage!

Review submitted on Wed, 30 Oct 2024
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
A perfect base just outside of the city. The cottage felt homely, was beautifully decorated and exceeded our expectations. We wished we had booked a longer stay!

Emma from Melbourn stayed at Middlethorpe Manor Cottages - No1 Relax and Unwind for 2 nights in October 2024


Quiet and peaceful

Review submitted on Tue, 10 Sep 2024
3.7
out of 5
Guest doesn't recommend this property
Cleanliness
3.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
3.0
Customer
Service
2.0
I like staying here when I want self catering with secure parking but I think it would benefit from better housekeeping sometimes. I think it needs heating more generously as the seasons change. The welcome pack is very meagre and full of plastic milk sachets and plastic wrapped biscuits. It used to be significantly better with chocolate, tea, coffee etc. The wifi is good.

Guest from Whitchurch stayed at Middlethorpe Manor Cottages - No1 Relax and Unwind for 2 nights in September 2024


Stay at Middlethorpe Cottages No 1

Review submitted on Wed, 04 Sep 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
This is our third visit to Middlethorpe Manor Cottages -No.1. First class accommodation and location. Only slight niggle was the TV had problems with some of the channels breaking up due to aerial problems/connection. (a aerial booster would help).

James from Melrose stayed at Middlethorpe Manor Cottages - No1 Relax and Unwind for 5 nights in August 2024


Comfortable, clean & great location

Review submitted on Wed, 28 Aug 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Our 2nd visit to this house which is ideal for a quiet York visit and great for racegoers as it’s a short walk alongside the track itself down to the racecourse entrance.
Three good pubs in walking distance in Bishopsthorpe add to the experience.
The house itself is very clean & tidy with a welcome pack on arrival and everything you need for the stay.
Easy arrival & departure, only thing was I couldn’t find a shaving point, may just be me but worth bearing in mind.
Would happily book again

Chris from Enfield stayed at Middlethorpe Manor Cottages - No1 Relax and Unwind for 3 nights in August 2024


A lovely cottage

Review submitted on Wed, 10 Jul 2024
4.3
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
4.0
This is the second time I’ve stayed in this property. It’s in a lovely quiet location on the edge of York. There’s easy access with a bus stop at the end of the drive. Very comfortable and well equipped for self catering. The bathroom tile grouting need a good clean and the shower seal was mouldy and needs replacing,otherwise no real complaints. I would definitely stay here again.
Mark

Mark from Carmarthen stayed at Middlethorpe Manor Cottages - No1 Relax and Unwind for 4 nights in June 2024


Beautiful location

Review submitted on Wed, 19 Jun 2024
3.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
3.0
Location
4.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
3.0
The property is in a beautiful location, just hearing birdsong in the morning started the day perfectly. The property its self is comfortable particularly the downstairs, the bedrooms are very small and the hall would benefit from a curtain as it is very open. On two days there was a strong smell of drains (which I noticed another review mentioned). We have stayed in other StaysYork properties and in comparison the welcome pack at Middlethorpe was very poor. However, we would consider staying again.

Guest from London stayed at Middlethorpe Manor Cottages - No1 Relax and Unwind for 7 nights in June 2024


Brilliant stay at middlethorpe Manor cottage

Review submitted on Mon, 03 Jun 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We decided to stay an extra night due to the cottage being so nice, clean and everything that you needed, and in a great location easy access to york definitely recommend to anyone

Guest from Rhyl stayed at Middlethorpe Manor Cottages - No1 Relax and Unwind for 1 nights in May 2024


Handy and comfortable

Review submitted on Sun, 24 Dec 2023
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Have stayed here before- as usual it was clean and ready for us. Very comfortable and handy for where we needed to be.

Alison from Witney stayed at Middlethorpe Manor Cottages - No1 Relax and Unwind for 2 nights in December 2023


A Great Weekend

Review submitted on Wed, 01 Nov 2023
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
A fantastic off the road location which was both quiet yet still conveniently close to York, literally a ten minute drive away.
Our cottage (No. 1) had it's own private back yard, open plan living room and kitchen, two bathrooms and bedrooms with a spacious hallway.
A hassle free perfect weekend. Would definitely use again.


Adrian from Ashby De La Zouch stayed at Middlethorpe Manor Cottages - No1 Relax and Unwind for 3 nights in October 2023


Might need a bit of a clean

Review submitted on Fri, 29 Sep 2023
4.2
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
3.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
3.0
Customer
Service
5.0
The place is very handy and I like it but I’ve stayed a lot of times and gradually noticed the deterioration in the maintenance and housekeeping unfortunately. It’s not a huge thing but finding other peoples used towels, crumbs, dirty plug holes and grout, bathroom toiletries empty (again!!) is getting annoying as the price hasn’t come down. There is a large wall stain in the upper hallway, the bathroom tap isn’t fixed in place, the shower screen is a bit grubby. The welcome hamper used to be great but it’s just cheap biscuits and a few tea, coffee and milk sachets. A simple pint of milk would be much appreciated and probably involve less plastic waste. Curtain in hall would be great too. It’s a big window and not private. I’m a big fan of the place but it’s getting expensive so standards need to be better.

Lindsay from Whitchurch stayed at Middlethorpe Manor Cottages - No1 Relax and Unwind for 2 nights in September 2023


Handy place to stay

Review submitted on Wed, 23 Aug 2023
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Great place to stay, has almost everything we needed (no colander/sieve!). Comfortable and cosy- have also stayed here in winter so know its warm- and easy to access York and beyond.

Alison from Witney stayed at Middlethorpe Manor Cottages - No1 Relax and Unwind for 3 nights in August 2023


Disappointed

Review submitted on Tue, 11 Jul 2023
3.0
out of 5
Guest doesn't recommend this property
Cleanliness
1.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
3.0
Location
3.0
Value
3.0
Customer
Service
4.0
On first arrival the cottages were beautiful. Walking into number 1, we also all thought it was beautiful! However, looking around, there were a lot of cobwebs in the corners of the room and spiders. I had to go round with a cloth and wipe them away. Then as the night went on, the stench of sewage coming from the hallway wasn’t pleasant! (This stench also stayed for the whole weekend) The next day, we all wanted showers, however the showers temperature couldn’t be changed, so we had to have a scolding red hot shower at the hottest temperature! To top it off, the bathroom blind was smothered in mould. A lovely cottage with a lot of potential but needs to be cleaned more thoroughly. Disgruntled we paid more for this cottage also!

Carly from stayed at Middlethorpe Manor Cottages - No1 Relax and Unwind for 2 nights in July 2023


Middlethorpe Manor Cottages - No1

Review submitted on Thu, 22 Jun 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
This was our second stay in this cottage, so we knew what to expect-excellent accommodation. We had a slight problem with the TV which was resolved on the same day. Loved our stay.

James from Melrose stayed at Middlethorpe Manor Cottages - No1 Relax and Unwind for 4 nights in June 2023


A lovely little cottage

Review submitted on Thu, 11 May 2023
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
No 1 was a lovely little cottage on the edge of York. Well equipped for self catering, maybe a few more knives and forks and a colander would be helpful. You can walk to the city centre about 2 miles but there is a bus stop at the end of the drive.You can also cross the road into the race course where there are some nice walks. The internet was good and free movie channels a nice touch.The shower was quite difficult to get other than very hot. We stay in York at least once a year , I would definitely consider staying in No1 again.

Mark from Carmarthen stayed at Middlethorpe Manor Cottages - No1 Relax and Unwind for 6 nights in May 2023


A quiet Country Cottage

Review submitted on Sun, 02 Oct 2022
4.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
2.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
6 Cottages ex Stables, beautifully converted, situated alongside Middlethorpe Hall, once an upmarket Night Club/Restaurant, now a hotel. Peace and quiet guaranteed. Close to York racecourse and Bishopthorpe village for shops and Pubs, York City centre a short drive away.
What let Cottage Nos.1 down was it needed cleaning from floor to ceiling, Cobwebs in most rooms, leather bedhead thick with dust, among other things.
Two items of dirty clothing were found behind each of two bedroom doors. We reported these issues and we were told they would be looked into when we vacated the Cottage. We hope they do!!

Lawrence Paul from Grimsby stayed at Middlethorpe Manor Cottages - No1 Relax and Unwind for 3 nights in September 2022


Middlethorpe Manor Cottages No. 1 Short sta for futurey

Review submitted on Fri, 12 Aug 2022
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We had a 3 night stay at this wonderful accommodation. Great location easy access to York. Spotless and very comfortable. The property is set in lovely private grounds. We would have no hesitation in trying to book the accommodation for future visits.

James from Melrose stayed at Middlethorpe Manor Cottages - No1 Relax and Unwind for 3 nights in August 2022


Excellent customer service from Stays

Review submitted on Tue, 26 Jul 2022
4.2
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
3.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Cottage was not for us but in a great location. The customer service from Chris and team was excellent as always. Chris very quickly dealt with changes to our booking. We have booked through Stays a few times and always very satisfied with friendly service and quality of properties.

Vanessa from York stayed at Middlethorpe Manor Cottages - No1 Relax and Unwind for 2 nights in July 2022


Excellent stay

Review submitted on Wed, 20 Apr 2022
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
4.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Immaculate, comfortable, relaxing. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The photos on the website were a true image. I couldn't fault the accommodation. It was a little out of town but a lovely walk to get there and an adequate bus service 2 mins from the property.

Marion from Dunfermline stayed at Middlethorpe Manor Cottages - No1 Relax and Unwind for 3 nights in April 2022


Living in a quiet surrounding with easy access to York

Review submitted on Tue, 12 Apr 2022
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We spent a very good weekend here in a cosy cottage near York. The only issue was wifi which was poor. The cottage, however, is lovely and decorated to a high standard. Nice welcome hamper. So good to have a parking space at the front door. We would love to come back in summer.

Gabi from Dortmund stayed at Middlethorpe Manor Cottages - No1 Relax and Unwind for 3 nights in April 2022


Great find, so close to the York but in it’s own quiet hamlet.

Review submitted on Fri, 18 Mar 2022
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We absolutely loved our stay at No.1 Middlethorpe cottage, it was exactly what we were looking for. Such a lovely quiet, rural location but so close to the beautiful village of Bishopthorpe or a short bus ride or walk along the river to York. Very comfortable stay, welcome hamper was a nice touch, house had good amenities we will definitely stay again.

Guest from London stayed at Middlethorpe Manor Cottages - No1 Relax and Unwind for 6 nights in March 2022


Nice for a weekend stay in York

Review submitted on Wed, 26 Jan 2022
4.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
3.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
4.0
Originally booked into No 5 but got there to no heating or hot water- apparently the boiler is “temperamental “.
Fortunately this was just before Stay York shut for the day and after a phone call we were quickly moved to No 1. Spacious and comfortable but looked like it had not been prepared for guests that weekend- all minor issues like no shower gel, no salt in salt pot, and bits of glitter on the floors. Be aware whilst there is wi-if it pretty poor. All that said we would be happy to use this cottage, or one of the others here, for a short visit

David from Oxfordshire


David from Witney stayed at Middlethorpe Manor Cottages - No1 Relax and Unwind for 2 nights in January 2022


Lovely cottage in an excellent location

Review submitted on Wed, 22 Dec 2021
4.3
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
4.0
Having stayed here in a different cottage a couple of years ago our family and I were excited to return the weekend before Christmas as a special treat for my sons 15th birthday. Directions to and access to the cottages was simple and straight forward and the cottage was clean and perfect for our 2 night stay. We not hesitate to stay here again when we decide to explore York in the future.

James from stayed at Middlethorpe Manor Cottages - No1 Relax and Unwind for 2 nights in December 2021


Perfrct

Review submitted on Wed, 15 Dec 2021
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We very much enjoyed our stay here, it was a last minute booking but it was just perfect for two couples.

Maddie from Purley stayed at Middlethorpe Manor Cottages - No1 Relax and Unwind for 2 nights in December 2021


Luxurious and convenient for York

Review submitted on Thu, 28 Oct 2021
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Beautiful, red brick cottage in secure, gated park. Modern and comfortable interior with a well-equipped kitchen and a little patio for use in good weather.

Barbara from stayed at Middlethorpe Manor Cottages - No1 Relax and Unwind for 3 nights in October 2021


Lovely Location, Beautiful Property BUT…..

Review submitted on Thu, 14 Oct 2021
3.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
3.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
3.0
We enjoyed our 4 day stay very much but required reasonable WiFi for work commitments. WiFi is beyond terrible, difficult to send/receive emails let alone access web. Poor EE service in location hence added need for functional WiFi. Also radiators need bleeding. Sounds like Niagara Falls when the heat comes on. These are both small issues which we hope the owners choose to correct quickly. Grab bar in the shower would be helpful as it is an awkward in/out and an accident waiting to happen. Otherwise well equipped, very comfortable and quiet.

Alison from stayed at Middlethorpe Manor Cottages - No1 Relax and Unwind for 1 nights in October 2021