Blacksmiths Cottage, Vale of York | Cottage With a Hot Tub

About Blacksmiths Cottage

Welcome to the enchanting Blacksmiths Cottage, a Grade II Listed abode that promises an idyllic retreat for two in the heart of North Yorkshire. This cosy cottage, renovated in 2020, is a sanctuary of romance and relaxation, complete with a private hot tub to soak away your cares.

Inside, the cottage exudes charm with its stylish kitchen, electric wood burner, and a Smart TV with Sky, ensuring evenings are as comfortable as they are entertaining.

The king-size bed on the first floor beckons a restful night's sleep, while the ground floor shower room adds a touch of convenience to your stay.

Step outside to discover a delightful patio area with a BBQ, perfect for al fresco dining. The enclosed garden ensures privacy, making it an ideal spot to unwind or indulge in the luxury of your own hot tub.

With on-street parking and a pub within walking distance, Blacksmiths Cottage offers the perfect blend of comfort and accessibility for a memorable getaway.

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Need To Know

✓Complex of properties
✓Enclosed garden / patio
✓Hot tub
✓Internet access
✓Pub within 1 mile
✓Luxury
✓Romantic
✓Sky TV
✓Parking on site / nearby
✓Cottage

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Helpful Info To Get More From Your Stay

What do guests love about this accommodation?

Guests adored the homely feel of Blacksmiths Cottage, its excellent location for exploring nearby attractions, and the private hot tub which provided a luxurious touch to their stay. The high-specification decor and the provision of everything needed for a comfortable break were also highly appreciated. The local pub's proximity and the welcoming hospitality from the hosts, Sarah and Michael, were the cherries on top of a delightful stay.

Getting there

To get to Blacksmiths Cottage, if you're driving, take the A170 road which runs through the village of Normanby. For those arriving by train, the nearest station is Malton, from which you can take a taxi to the cottage. The area is well-connected to major roads and public transport, making it accessible for travellers.

Nearby Essentials

During your stay, you'll have convenient access to a selection of nearby amenities, including some of the area's tastiest takeout options. Click any of the postcodes for a map along with handy driving instructions and the fastest route from your accommodation.

Service	Distance (miles)	Postcode
Pharmacy (Helmsley Pharmacy)	3.7 miles	YO62 5BH
Train station (Malton Station)	17.5 miles	YO17 7NR
Pub (The Sun Inn)	0.1 miles	YO62 6UA
Dog walk (Normanby Park)	0.5 miles	YO62 6RH
Supermarket (Helmsley Market Place)	3.7 miles	YO62 5BL
Indian takeaway (Passage to India)	3.7 miles	YO62 5BL
Chinese takeaway (China City)	3.7 miles	YO62 5BG
Italian takeaway (La Trattoria)	3.7 miles	YO62 5BG

For families with Kids

This destination is suitable for families, offering a peaceful village setting with nearby countryside walks. While the cottage itself does not specify on-site activities for children, the surrounding area provides ample opportunities for outdoor exploration and family-friendly adventures.

Is Blacksmiths Cottage A good location for couples?

The serene village setting and the cottage's intimate atmosphere make it an ideal destination for couples. Nearby romantic days out include strolls through the picturesque Dalby Forest or coastal visits to Whitby and Filey, ensuring a memorable retreat.

Dining and Cafes

Close to the cottage, you can enjoy The Sun Inn (0.1 miles, 01751 431577), a local pub offering hearty meals. For a delightful cafe experience, visit The Cocoa Tree (3.7 miles, 01439 771707) in Helmsley.

Within walking distance of your cottage

A short walk away you'll find quaint local shops, inviting pubs, and scenic walks, perfect for experiencing the charm of rural North Yorkshire.

Quickfire FAQs

Does this accommodation feature a hot tub?

Yes, guests can indulge in the luxury of a private hot tub, perfect for relaxing evenings or a soothing soak after a day of exploring the beautiful Yorkshire countryside.

Is the property pet-friendly?

One small well-behaved dog is welcome to join you during your stay, ensuring your furry friend can enjoy the holiday as much as you do. A small additional charge applies for bringing along your pet.

What time can guests check-in and check-out?

Guests can arrive from 16:00 onwards and are kindly asked to depart before 10:00 on the day of departure, ensuring ample time for the property to be prepared for the next visitors.

Is there parking available at the property?

Convenient on-street parking is available at the front of the property, making it easy for guests to arrive and settle in with ease.

Are there any additional charges to be aware of?

An Accidental Damage Deposit is required when booking the property, but this may be waived for a smaller fee. Further details will be provided during the booking process.

Does the cottage have internet access?

Yes, the cottage is equipped with internet access, allowing guests to stay connected and share their holiday experiences or relax with their favourite online content.

Blacksmiths Cottage Reviews

Mark

The cottage was beautiful and the hot tub a welcome relief after the walking we did each day, would definitely like to return in the near future

Nigel

Lovely cottage in a superb location for the Moors, local villages and the coast. Enclosed rear garden was great for our dog and we enjoyed the hot tub. The furnishings were comfortable to sit and sleep on so overall, we were very happy.

Stephen

Beautiful homely country cottage Lovely location. Cottage had everything you would need Perfect location for exploring Whitby Scarborough York and surrounding area

Hannah

Cottage is quaint and well decorated but very small with low doorways and steep stairs. Garden is smaller than pictured, looks to have been greatly reduced in size since pics were taken. Otherwise clean, hot tub is lovely, great pub over the road but not sure it was value for money when compared to other cottages we've stayed in.

Kathleen

The garden photo in the advert has little resemblance to the actual garden. It has been reduced in size by almost 50%. The garden furniture is rusty and the barbecue and utensils were dirty. Nowhere in the advert did it say the toilet was downstairs and the stairs are windy. This could be a potential problem. Only one part of the shower worked, the drain was covered in hairs and drainage was very poor. Parking was poor. Our gifts were 2 scones! We were extremely disappointed and felt deceived.

Jayne

Fantastic time worth it xx

Liz

Parking is not the best

Pauline

Beautifully renovated cosy cottage, with superb enclosed garden and added bonus of covered hot tub; just a perfect place to relax and unwind. Good location with the coast and places such as York all within easy reach by car. The hot tub developed a fault during our stay but Sarah, our lovely host (who lives in the adjoining cottage) quickly called an engineer and the pump was soon replaced so we were able to enjoy relaxing in the hot tub during a week of good weather again.

Jack

Thank you so much Sarah and Michael for your hospitality, the cottage was well and truly equipped, was absolutely immaculate, and was extremely clean and spotless when we arrived, and you even made it even more special with our welcome gifts in the fridge and cupboard on arrival. Superb customer service, which deserves 5 stars all round. From Jack, Ian and Archie. @McLarenAndCoHairAndAesthetics #McLarenAndCo

Laura

Lush quaint cottage with everything and more you need including the hot tub which is a bonus!! Very high spec on everything in the cottage.

Valerie

Lovely cottage in a lovely little village , very cosy and peaceful. The hot tub is brilliant and just what you need after a long walk in the countryside.. Towels provided fior the hot tub and shower , so no need to take any towels apart from a hand towel. Lots of walks to do near the cottage and places to visit,

Garry

Great accommodation, everything you need including Wifi & Sky The pub across the road is great, underpriced and do a tremendous Sunday lunch takeout :)

Maria

This is a lovely cottage with a private hottub. We really enjoyed our stay there, it was really nice and quiet and we managed to disconnected from everything and just have the weekend to relax and recharge. The cottage was beautifully decorated and we liked everything about it.

Troy

Ideal location for us,and what we needed at this time.Quiet and stress free.The sun inn opposite was excellent for eating in and take away.if you want to get out and about a car is essential. We enjoyed our stay.

Tim

Lovely quaint cottage in quiet location , local pub a bonus good spot for visiting attractions and walking. All amenities for self catering hopefully owners will provide cooking saucepans should you need them .

Carole

Very lovely cottage and brilliant location. The hot tub is a luxury but based on other cottages we have stayed at, this was the only luxury. Also, we could not see in description any information about the toilet being downstairs. Had we been aware of this, especially with the very steep stairs, we would not have booked. Local pub food is lovely but be aware, very generous portions. Ate there 3 times.

Denise

Perfect comfortable peaceful cottage. Hot tub in private secluded garden

Mike

Lovely cottage in a pretty village. Close to York and Yorkshire coast. Highly recommended

Malcolm

Blacksmith's Cottage and Normanby provided a great base for us to enjoy the fabulous weather, the coast and the countryside of North Yorkshire. The cottage is a brilliant piece of design, with so many facilities and comforts fitted in to such a small space. Even though we only cooked breakfast it was great to have a full compliment of pans and uten sils. Do bear in mind that this is a listed building and as such, due to its age, the doorways are lower than most and the staircase does twist.

David

Lovely cottage, well laid out, snacks left out for our arrival very nice thought,we had a lovely break beautiful area lots of places to visits,enjoyed our stay looking forward to our next visit, host on hand for any issiues ,very plesant and helpful. Great break enjoyed our stay and the cottage, hot tub was a bonus.

Georgia

Fantastic cottage, beautifully decorated and so peaceful and comfy. Pub across the road was fantastic and super friendly. Loved watching and listening to the owls from the hot tub at night and there is so much to do in surrounding areas. Couldnt recommend enough!

Amanda

Very quaint cottage that has been thoughtfully furnished to maximise space and comfort.

Rosemarie

All aspects of the cottage amazing. It suited us and our small dog perfectly. The hot tub is the icing on the cake!

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Attractions Near Blacksmiths Cottage

While there'll be plenty to keep you entertained an Blacksmiths Cottage itself, if you plan to get out and about and see some of what Vale of York has to offer, here are some of the nearby attractions you can enjoy during your stay. Please note that some of these activities and days out are paid and it's always a good idea to book in advance to secure your place where applicable.

Found a special day out near your cottage? Please let us know and we'll add it so that other visitors can enjoy it too!

Flamingo Land - YO60 7EW

about 3 Miles

Situated in Malton in North Yorkshire this has to be one of our favourite family days out. It's a theme park and zoo all in one stretching over a massive 400 acres. With thrilling rides for the very daring like Cliff Hanger, Corkscrew and Kumali, there are also more gentle rides for the little ones such as Frog Hopper and Helitoys. Family fun attractions include the 4D cinema, the lost river ride and the Little Monsters Den of Mischief. Check out their website for seasonal events which take place throughout the year and you can also gain more information about the zoo. Flamingo Land is a resort as well as a theme park so you can also book accommodation there.

Castle Howard - YO60 7DA

about 7 Miles

Castle Howard is one of the regions most beautiful and historic landmarks and is located in 1,000 acres of parkland with breathtaking gardens to explore. As well as exploring the castle visitors can enjoy attractios including the unique Land Train - the best way to see the entire park. There is also a large lake offering boat trips during the summer months. In high season the site is very popular with families and offers organised activities for children including tours, talks, crafting and animal encounters. The site also has a Nature Trail which is fun for the whole family and an Adventure Playground where children can run off some energy.

Yorkshire Lavender - YO60 6PB

about 8 Miles

Yorkshire Lavender is an amazing award winning attraction offering breathtaking panoramic views of York, a Café, Plant Nursery and Lavender Gardens. The 60 acre site is set in an area of outstanding natural beauty and is an excellent choice for a day trip. The onsite shops sells Lavender products such as bath and body treats, skincare, medicine and herbal remedies.

The Grainary Wildlife Farm - YO25 3HS

about 16 Miles

Located in Harwood Dale Village, North Yorkshire we think this attraction makes a superb family day out and couples will also enjoy the nature walks in the area. There are 6 nature walks in total surrounding the farm so walkers and lovers of the outdoors will be in their element. Some of our favourite walks include the Spring Flowers, Pond and Village walk which takes around 35 minutes, and the Meadow and Trees walk which takes one hour.

Betton Farm Visitor Centre - TF9 3PS

about 16 Miles

Betton Farm Visitor Centre is the ideal attraction close to the North Yorkshire coastal town of Scarborough. This animal farm has all the cute farm animals you would expect to see and will appeal to younger children especially. A great place to both play and learn we think the Betton Farm Visitor centre is great value for money. Check out their website for the latest opening times and admission costs. Some of the highlights of the day might include meeting Sofie the Shetland Pony and Henry the goat, as well as the pot bellied pigs called Porky and Hammy.

Web Adventure Park - YO32 9JS

about 17 Miles

Come rain or shine children need to be entertained and Creepy Crawlies just north of York is the perfect place! This all weather attraction caters for toddlers and children up to 12 years old with a huge array of climbing equipment, ball pools, slides, chutes and adventure areas. Adults can relax and enjoy a coffee and a snack while the kids are having fun. The site also has a large and rather impressive outdoor area with pet zone and pedal track with Go karts. There is also a pond with fish and a sensory zone where children can touch and feel new and interesting things.

Scarborough Sea Life and Marine Sanctuary - YO12 6RP

about 19 Miles

If you are enjoying a lodge break in the Yorkshire Moors and Coast then a day trip to the Scarborough Sea Life and Marine Sanctuary highly recommended. This centre is one of the regions most popular attractions and is educational as well as fun. Visitors will enjoy a journey beneath the waves, meeting many strange, beautiful and fascinating creatures of the deep. As well as mighty sharks and beautiful rays guests can get up close to some more common creatures including star fish and can also meet the otters, seals and penguins at feeding time. The site also has children's play area and picnic tables as well as a restaurant and souvenir shop. Family tickets cost £46.80 but the Tourist Information Centres in Scarborough, Whitby or Filey often offer fantastic discounts.

Sea Life Marine Sanctuary - YO12 6RP

about 19 Miles

Located in the Scalby Mills area of Scarborough this makes a fun family day out for those who are interested in marine life. The fantastic ocean tank is well worth seeing - it's been transformed into a Turtle Reef and you can see an amazing array of colourful reef fish and coral. You may also catch a glimpse of the tropical sharks and turtles. Offering good value for money this is a day out with a difference and an all weather attraction.

Peasholm Park - YO12 6QQ

about 19 Miles

This attraction is ideal for sunny days as the beautiful park is ideal for wandering out and taking in the scenery. You can hire boats including rowing boats and canoes to enjoy the views from the water. The pedalos with the dragon heads are always a popular choice too. Look out for special events including the Battle of Peasholm Park Naval Battle which has been described as a "must see". You can also take a ride on the North Bay Railway which will delight children.

Jorvik Viking Centre - YO1 9WT

about 20 Miles

Jorvik Viking Centre is a fun and educational attraction offering visitors the chance to learn all about the Viking-Age city of Jorvik. Thanks to the Archaeologists from York Archaeological Trust the amazing houses, workshops and backyards of the Viking-Age city of Jorvik are on display and give a clear insight to the way of life all those years ago. The site aims to offer an interactive experience with the state of the art time capsule and the blacksmith's furnace being the top attractions.

Jorvik DIG - YO1 9RY

about 20 Miles

Dig is a unique and somewhat educational attraction in York offering children the opportunity to enjoy excavation, discovery, and digging. Within the site is a discovery centre, several pits filled with Roman and Medieval ruins and a science lab where children can take part in exciting experiments. Staff are on hand at all times to help the children and to ensure they get the most from the experience. The attraction can get busy during school holidays and pre booking is recommended.

Madhyamaka Meditation Centre - LL21 9NG

about 20 Miles

Madhyamaka Meditation Centre a unique and very special centre in the Yorkshire moors offering amazing meditation experiences for experts and novices. The beautiful setting really ads to the experience and the gorgeous grounds are abundant with wildlife including Squirrels, Deer and Birds including Red Kites. The centre is now offering a special weekend retreat for families which includes family friendly guided meditations as well as fun activities such as face painting, games and a barbeque.

York Maze - YO19 5LT

about 20 Miles

If you are enjoying a lodge holiday in Yorkshire then a visit to York Maze is a must! This summertime attraction is now one of the most popular in the region offering fun for the whole family. The maze has been improved this year and is now bigger and better than ever before. Carved from an amazing 1.5 million growing maize plants it is thought to be the largest maze in the world! As well as the maze itself the site boasts an adventure playground, 9 hole crazy golf courses and an animal petting area where children can meet the cute and friendly animals that eat the maize and watch pig racing! Tractor and trailer rides around the maize are also available and are recommended for those with young children.

Stillingfleet Lodge Gardens - YO19 6HP

about 26 Miles

A day trip to Stillingfleet Lodge Gardens is the perfect way to relax with several gardens to explore in the grounds of a historic farmhouse. The gardens were established 30 years ago and each has something different to offer. Expect to find dramatic displays of foliage and flowers as well as beautifully landscaped areas. Families will enjoy the woodland which leads to a wildlife pond and a beautiful wildflower meadow. The site runs morning courses in gardening throughout the summer which are priced at just £12 and include coffee. There is also a nursery onsite where plants can be purchased. Entry to the gardens cost just £4 for adults and 50p for children.

Lightwater Valley - HG4 3HT

about 27 Miles

Situated in the Ripon area of North Yorkshire this popular theme park makes a fantastic day out for the whole family. The more daring will love the big and thrilling rides such as Raptor Attack, The Ultimate and Trauma Tower. For the little ones there are some excellent attractions such as Flying Camels, Dodgems and a Magic Wheel. Toddlers will like the Dragon Boats and the Lightwater Express amongst other things. There are over 40 rides and attractions in total and we think this is excellent value for money too. If you book your tickets in advance online you can save even more money and beat the queues.