Lyke Wake Cottage - Self catering holiday cottage in Swainby, North Yorkshire, North York Moors, England - Sleeps 5
Lyke Wake Cottage
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This charming holiday cottage dates back to the 18th century & has been lovingly restored to its former farmhouse glory. The cottage takes its name from the Lyke Wake Walk, started in the 1950's by Bill Cowley who owned the farm at the time.
Located just outside Potto on a quite country road, Lyke Wake Cottage is close to the village of Swainby and offers fantastic views across lovely open countryside. It provides the perfect place for a relaxing holiday in North Yorkshire and can comfortably accommodate up to five guests in three bedrooms.
The quaint village of Swainby, with its pretty stream (with resident ducks!), village shop and two pubs is located on the western fringe of the North York Moors National Park. The local area is absolutely perfect for walkers with direct access to the North York Moors and its many footpaths including the Cleveland Way. The National Cycle Route 65 runs directly through Swainby, making it ideal too for those who enjoy cycling.
There are numerous attractions and places of interest to visit including; Heroit country, Castle Howard Stately Home, Heartbeat country, the famous North York Moors Steam Railway and the town of Helmsley with its array of quaint shops. Further afield is the stunning City of York and Yorkshires stunning Heritage east coast, both within easy driving distance and well worth a day trip. Why not visit the beautiful coastal fishing villages of Staithes and Runswick Bay or explore the Victorian sea side town of Saltburn and Sandsends with its expanse of sandy beach extending down the coast to the lively town of Whitby.
Facilities
Near Pub/Restaurant Garden/Outside Area Bike Storage Golf Facilities Nearby Off-Road Parking DVD Washing Machine Tumble Dryer Microwave Dishwasher CD Player Shower Bath Kingsize Bed
Accommodation comprises:
Fully equipped kitchen with electric fan oven, hob/extractor fan, washer, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave, electric kettle, coffee maker, toastie maker, toaster and iron/ironing board. Tea towels and kitchen towels are provided along with washing tablets, dishwasher tablets, softener, toilet rolls and tissues.
Lounge complete with colour TV, DVD player, inglenook fireplace (with log effect electric fanheater), three seater and two seater settee plus an arm chair.
Dining area with a table and six chairs and French windows opening out onto the patio complete with patio furniture, and wonderful views onto open country side.
Romantic King-sized bedroom with king-sized brass/white bed, two bedside cabinets with touch lamps, dressing table and mirror with stool and a chest of drawers. There is also a fitted wardrobe, feature fireplace, rocking chair and Laura Ashley curtains.
Double bedroom with chest of drawers, chair and bedside table with touch lamp. There are lovely views of the nearby countryside.
Single bedroom with bedside table with touch lamp, pine wardrobe, cabinet, mirror and excellent views.
Bathroom with a bath/shower over, sink and toilet. There is a heated towel rail with towels and complimentary toiletries are supplied.
Additional information: The cosy ambience is enhanced by the under floor heating. Guests will be greeted with a welcome pack containing; milk, bread, bacon. butter, jam, fresh farm eggs, biscuits, coffee and tea. Wine and flowers also provided.
Prices for 7 nights: Low Season from £330 Mid Season from £430 Peak Season £530
Key details:
Pets: Enquire with cottage owner Smoking: No Children: Yes Changeover Day: Saturday
Payment options:
Please enquire with owner
Bedroom configuration:
Sleeps 5 people in 3 bedrooms (2 Doubles, 1 Single)
Owner's details:
Owner: Michael & Margaret Gaines-Burrill click Contact Details for owner´s phone number and email address.
Lyke Wake Cottage has been advertised with Independent Cottages since Nov 2008
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Reviews and Testimonials for Lyke Wake Cottage
Home away from home, wonderful time, thank you."
Mr & Mrs G. Calder Christchurch, New Zealand.
"Thoroughly enjoyed our stay in your lovely cottage. Excellent meals at Swainby and Faceby."
Mr & Mrs G. Robins Broadway, Worcestershire.
What a wonderful place to come for a break, from the moment we boooked they could not do enough to make our stay perfect. The little extras were wonderful we will return. Thank you again.
The Greenbanks, Peterborough
Wonderful cosy and warm cottage. Well equipped with everything you could need. Had a really lovely stay. Many thanks.
The Teasdales, Newcastle-uopn-Tyne.
Thank you for a wonderful holiday. Cottage everything one could wish for, made exceptionally welcome. Food at Sutton Arms takes some beating. Will recommend to friends.
The Thorogoods, Essex
Thank you for a wonderful weekend. Wish we could have stayed longer. We will be back. Best cottage we have ever stayed in!
The Hartfields, Herts.
Careful attention to details. Exceptionally clean. Fittings of high standard. Ideally situated to explore North Yorkshire and the North East.
The Millers, West Yorkshire.
Lovely cottage in great location. Thanks for very pleasant stay.
The Pevler family, Thailand.
Lovely cottage, enjoyed our stay. Lots of really nice walks. Thank you.
The Pells, Lincs.
Thank you both for a lovely stay. The cottage is amazing with everything you could ask for, your warm welcome is 2nd to none. We will be back! The meal at Sutton Arms as you said "Brilliant" Thank you both.
Anne-Marie and Douglas, Edinburgh, Scotland.
A wonderful place to stay while we helped parents move house in Stokesley. Great to escape the stress in this comfy haven - so well equipped. Thanks.
The McLuckies, Lincolnshire.
We have had a great weeks stay at this lovely cottage, so well equipped and everything perfect. Thank-you, we will be back.
The Lawrences, Bucks.
Lovely cottage, fantastic walks, particularly the one around Whorlton Hill and on the Cleveland Way. Lovely food at Sutton Arms, Faceby and Chapters Bistro in Stokesley. Castle Howard is well worth the hours drive. Thank you.
The Mepsteads, Rutland
Thankyou for the wonderful"home" which was the icing on the holiday cake, especially the "Steam engines"
Balkwill-Whites, Margate, Kent
5 Star facilities, 5 star hospitality! What a beautiful and well equipped cottage. We have had a great Summer here. The steam engines enthralled the boys and they have talked non stop about them! We WILL be back.
The Storey family, Kingdom of Bahrain.
We enjoyed our short break in your lovely cottage. We thank you for the warm welcome and hope to return.
Karen and Chris, Derbyshire
Our stay was too short! Excellent cottage, very well equipped and comfortable. Lovely place to stay, and nice warm welcome.
Dixon family, Surrey
We all loved this cottage, the warm welcome and attention to detail. Too short for us too!
Maher family, Australia.
Beautiful cottage, and hospitality. Lovely and relaxed even with 2 babies and a Jack Russell!
Graeme and family, Kilmarnock and Dan and family Brighton.
What a beautiful place to spend Christmas and New Year. Even the snow didn't spoil our holiday, It was quite relaxing to be snow bound in at times! Santa visiting the cottage, another ride on a steam engine made this a Christmas and New year to remember.
The Storeys, Bahrain
A lovely cosy cottage with all (and more)you could ask for. All those little extras were great - such a treat. It was a great location for our family birthday get together. We hope to be back.
Nicholson family, Scotland.
We have had a lovely week. The cottage was everything we needed an is in a great location. The views are amazing, and for us near to family. thank you for a lovely stay.
Gent family, Cornwall
Lovely stay at a well appointed cottage. It was a pleasure to wake up to such splendid views. We hope to return. Thank you so much.
Pam and Peter Bucks.
We've had a relaxing and easy week, helped so much by this cottage and by the little extras left for us. Many thanks.
Phillip and Julie, Nottingham
Brilliant cottage that enabled us to enjoy our stay in the area. Thanks for all the provisions and help. Hope to be back!
Smith family, South Yorkshire
Lovely cottage in a peaceful location. Immaculate with all those little extras. Weather was excellent and we enjoyed our stay.
Walker family, Wirral.
Thank you so much Margaret and Michael. Beautiful area and cottage has to be one of the best. The welcome pack was very much appreciated. Hope to meet you again. Many thanks from us both and a big woof from Max!
Sue, Tom and Max, Cheshire
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