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 Old
Oak cottages are situated in a delightful rural location on the edge
of the North Yorkshire Moors, boasting spectacular views across
unspoilt countryside towards the White Horse of Kilburn. This
wonderful cluster of 6 beautifully converted barns and stables are
attractively arranged around a landscaped courtyard. Each cottage
offers the highest standards of comfort and design. There is
exclusive use for our cottage guests of our superb INDOOR HEATED
POOL, SPA BATH and SAUNA together with ALL WEATHER TENNIS
COURT. This haven of relaxation
is surrounded by the owners 400 acres of well kept farm land, walks
and duck pond. Children can enjoy the climbing frame,swings, slide,
football net, play fort and 14' trampoline in the large fenced play/picnic field.
For Cottage Descriptions and Availability please click on the
individual cottage names from the list on the left hand side.
NEWS!! DURING
SPRING 2010 WE WILL BE ADDING TWO MORE COTTAGES AT OLD OAK -
'BADGER' and 'PHEASANT' - BOOKINGS NOW BEEN TAKEN FROM
MID AUGUST.
Pheasant
(3/4 Bedrooms) will comprise of GROUND FLOOR - Good Sized,
Fully Equipped Kitchen with Separate Utility Room complete with
Washer,Drier and Freezer. Large Open Plan Living/Dining Room
with Large Feature Window and French Doors leading onto Patio and
Garden with fabulous views towards the Hills and White Horse of
Kilburn. Ground Floor Double Bedroom with Large En-Suite
Shower Room. Hand Made feature Oak Staircase leading to:-
FIRST FLOOR - Huge Bedroom with En-Suite facilities and Spectacular
Views. This bedroom can have flexible sleeping arrangements
with either 1x Superking size bed OR 2 x twin beds. (prior
arrangements necessary) Twin Bedroom with En-Suite
facilities. Small bedroom suitable for cot only (NO BED)
Badger
(3 Bedrooms) will
comprise of GROUND FLOOR - Large Entrance Hall with Hand Made
Feature Oak Staircase. Good Sized Fully Equipped Kitchen with
Separate Utility Room with Washer,Drier and Freezer. Large
Open Plan Living/Dining Room with feature French Windows leading
onto Patio/Garden. Shower Room with W.C. FIRST FLOOR -
Large Double Bedroom with En-Suite facilities, this room has
lovely views from large window across the fields towards Little
Thirkleby. Two Twin Bedrooms. Family Bathroom with
Bath/Shower/W.C. etc
Both cottages will be
centrally heated (Under-Floor heating to Ground Floor,
Radiators to First Floor) Each will have their own large
Private Garden with Patio, Lawn, Garden Furniture and Barbecues.
Plenty of Private Parking. These two new conversions are
on the same site as our existing six properties, located behind the
courtyard cottages, separated by gardens, hedging and fencing,
making them very private. Each cottage has full use of the Leisure
Facilities. We will be having professional photographs
produced, hopefully mid summer. Please do not hesitate to call or
email for more information/rates. Both Pheasant and Badger are
bookable from a Fri - Fri only (apart from Short Breaks from
November - March, when we can be flexible)
 Excellent country pubs and
restaurants can be found within 2 miles and just 4 miles away is the
pretty market town of Thirsk, host to the James Herriot Museum and
Visitor Attraction situated in Kirkgate, you can step back in time
to the days when this was not only home to Alf Wight, Thirsk's own
author and vet, but a working veterinary practice. Thirsk also
offers a good selection of shops, inns, tea rooms and quality takeaway
restaurants. This is wonderful walking country - footpaths from the
cottages lead to local villages and to the famous White Horse of
Kilburn a well known landmark carved out of chalk in a hillside near
the picturesque village of Kilburn.
 The
horse is 314' long and about 228' high and was the work of Thomas
Taylor, a schoolmaster of Kilburn in 1857. The village of Kilburn is
also home to the famous 'Mouseman' oak furniture makers. You can
visit their showroom and visitor centre..
 The
cottages are ideally situated for visiting the North Yorkshire
Moors, Dales and Coast and the famous historic walled city of York.
Within a short drive you will discover a wealth of places to visit,
suitable for all ages and tastes. There are many Stately Homes and
Gardens to enjoy nearby including - Castle Howard, Duncombe Park,
Beningborough Hall, Newburgh Priory, Newby Hall and Nunnington Hall. Monk
Park Animal Farm and Bird of Prey Centre is only 2 miles away and
well worth a visit, especially for younger visitors. The North Yorks Moors
Steam Railway is also well worth a visit as is the Eden Camp War Museum
at Pickering. Beautiful Wensleydale and Swaledale are about 20
minutes away.
Theme parks can be found at Lightwater Valley, Ripon, and Flamingo
Land , Kirbymoorside and are less than half an hour away. The
delightful city of York is about a 20 minute drive from the cottages
(using the very popular Park and Ride system) here you can
enjoy the many attractions including the famous York Minster, Yorvik
Centre, National Railway Museum, Castle Museum, Museum Gardens, Boat
Trip on the River Ouse, Open Top Bus Tour or Horse Drawn Carriage
Tour around the City. You can now also take a ride on the recently
added 'York Eye'. Shopping is also a real treat in York with its
many quaint cobbled streets. Other local towns well worth visiting
are the Spa town of Harrogate with its fabulous Stray Gardens and
Harlow Carr Gardens, Helmsley which has its own castle, the pretty
market towns of Knaresborough and Northallerton. Walking, Riding,Golf, Fishing, Gliding,
Clay Pigeon Shooting, 4 x 4 Driving Experience and Horseracing
are all available within 10 minutes.
GETTING HERE.
Old Oak Cottages are very easily accessible - we are well
situated for all major road networks - yet not too near as to spoil
the wonderful surrounding countryside and views.
By Road - The main
A1(M) and A19 are easily accessible - both about a 10 minute drive
away.
By Rail - Trains
direct to York and Thirsk from London (Kings Cross) the Midlands,
the North and West. (National Rail Enquiry Bureau 24hr service
0845 748 4950)
By Coach - National
Express Coaches to Thirsk Tel 08705 808080
Taxis - There are
several Taxi Services that operate from Thirsk Market Place.
GUESTS COMMENTS.
"Old Oak
Cottages are without a doubt the best accommodation we have stayed
in! The area is breathtaking and there is plenty to do in the area."
"Fantastic,
peaceful surroundings, wonderful accommodation. A quality find, will
definitely be back"
"Just what we
needed, wish we could spend longer here. Fantastic cottage,
brilliant pool - the children have had a wonderful time - lots to
do"
"Can't wait to
come again, SUPERB"
"We enjoyed
staying at your farm. The cottage was excellent, the setting
perfect. The owners are attentive without being intrusive. Thankyou.
"Had a truly
wonderful stay. the cottage is so child friendly and so easy to be
in with two young children. The trampoline, pool,wonderful views and
fresh air made for an extremely relaxing holiday. Enjoyed being able
to potter about the place to our hearts content, but with the
friendly owners' on site in case we needed anything. All just
great.'
'This is our
second visit to Old Oak Cottages. Last year we stayed in Squirrel.
Owl is equally as comfortable and exceptionally clean. We have
booked to return next July - so that says it all!'
'What a
beautiful place! We have loved the cottage and made full use of the
lovely swimming pool. There is still so much we want to do and see
so we are booking again for 09'
'Another lovely
holiday, wish it could have been longer (our sixth visit)
'We have had a
really lovely holiday. The cottage was beautiful with views to
match. So much to do and see and would loved to have stayed longer.
There is something here for everyone. I am going to miss the views
out of the window.
'Had a
wonderful week! Loved the pool, cottage and views. so much to see
and do. Thank you for all your thoughtful planning of the cottage
and surroundings.
'Had a
fantastic stay. Cottage superb. Location superb. Pool superb. Have
already booked to come back in larger cottage to bring
Mother-in-Law. How great this place is'
'Fantastic
place to stay. very relaxing, enjoyed the pool and tennis.
Everything you could want from a holiday cottage. Will recommend
this place to our friends. thank you'
'Great time in
this lovely cottage. Children loved the freedom, seeing the ducks,
sheep, horse, the playground and the pool. The playground and pool
were well used. Loads to do and see. This lovely place really
does seem to get better and better'
'Everything
about the cottage, the location, the surrounding area and the people
we have met has exceeded our expectations'
A very
comfortable cottage. Wonderful to be able to sit outside for
breakfast and listen to the birds. Very friendly hosts, always
around but never intrusive. Fantastic holiday.'
'Our second
visit to Old Oak Cottages. We have had a marvellous stay. This
place is absolute bliss. Thankyou.'
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