At a glance:

• Sleeps four guests.
• Bedroom one has a king-size bed
• Bedroom two has a king size bed that can be made up as twin single beds on request.
• Family bathroom with bath and over bath shower.
• Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, microwave and washer / dryer.
• Two wood burning stoves.
• WiFi.
• Designated parking for two vehicles at rear of property.
• A picturesque garden with trickling stream.
• Families welcome.
• Two well behaved dogs welcome (small additional charge per dog).
• Complimentary tickets to Castle Howard on the day of your choice.
• Minimum stay of three nights.

Librarian's Cottage details:

This pretty stone cottage situated in the Castle Howard estate village of Coneysthorpe comprises a living room with cosy wood burner, a separate dining room also with a wood burner and a well appointed kitchen with pantry. Upstairs two bedrooms and a bathroom complete the property. Furnished with vintage pieces, items from Castle Howard itself and carefully chosen modern furnishings, the cottage is perfectly appointed.

A picturesque garden with trickling stream includes a patio area with outdoor dining table and deck chairs and is the perfect place to relax after a day exploring the region. The picturesque 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 hour’s 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.

Additional features:

• Day entry pass to Castle Howard valid for one day of your choice during your stay (when open to the public, includes Christmas opening - subject to availability)
• Barbecue. We kindly request that you leave the barbeque in the condition you would expect to find it.
• Patio area with outdoor dining table and deck chairs.
• Furnished with vintage pieces, items from Castle Howard itself and carefully chosen modern furnishings.
• Television with Freeview TV.
• DVD player.
• Combined fridge/freezer, dishwasher, free standing electric cooker, free standing gas cooker, microwave, washing machine.
• Initial wood supply provided in baskets by the wood burning stoves. Additional logs/kindling available to purchase from the Castle Howard Garden Centre open 7 days/week

Attractions and nearby amenities:

• The village of Coneysthorpe is situated in an area of outstanding natural beauty, just 15 miles from the historic city of York.
• The picturesque market towns of Pickering, Malton and Helmsley are only a short drive away with a great selection of pubs and eateries.
• The Crown & Cushion pub is just a 5-10 minute drive.
• The Castle Howard Farm Shop is just a few minutes drive or a 25 minute walk.
• Ideally situated as a base for visiting the historic houses of Castle Howard, Nunnington Hall, Beningbrough Hall, Duncombe Park and Sledmere House.
• Flamingo Land Resort, located near Malton is a large theme park with rollercoasters and an award-winning zoo, offering something for all ages.
• The beautiful gardens of Scampston Hall and the R.H.S. Harlow Carr are within easy reach.
• The North York Moors and East Coast are also easily accessible where there are the coastal towns of Whitby, Scarborough, Staithes, Runswick Bay and Filey.
• Nearby Dalby Forest has everything from walking trails and stunning views, to treetop swings and zip wires at Go Ape, or Segway tours.
• The steam railway from Pickering travels through the stunning North York Moors to Whitby, a delightful way to visit this coastal town.
• Bempton Cliffs R.S.P.B. Nature reserve, home to 250,000 sea birds is well worth a visit.

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