Thompson Rigg Barn in Vale of York | Cottage With a Hot Tub

About Thompson Rigg Barn

Nestled at the head of a beautiful valley in the North York Moors National Park bordering both Dalby Forest and National Trust Moorland. This is a great place for anyone just wanting to relax and let the world disappear for a few days.

Alternatively use it as a base for walking, biking or touring the National Park and coastline. It is mountain bike heaven with the world class cycle routes within Dalby Forest on the doorstep and easy access to Newtondale for those wanting Enduro terrain.

Walkers have miles of open countryside and forest to explore including The Bridestones, Hole of Horcum and Blakey Topping. There are beautiful surroundings for those wishing to just relax on site by the stream and woodland or just walk through the gate onto open moorland.

This 5-star accommodation is in a newly converted barn sitting in a small orchard with panoramic views down the valley. The private rear patio enjoys beautiful sunsets and is an ideal place for an evening BBQ or dip in the hot tub and stargazing.

The contemporary open-plan interior has exposed feature stonework, beams and oak floor. The log-burner has a plentiful supply of wood to enjoy on any cooler evenings.

The fully fitted kitchen and large shower room are to a high specification. There is smart TV with Netflix and wi-fi for entertainment or just enjoy a good book or a board game.

There is plenty to do on site to relax including photography and painting or you could potentially help the owners with their work on the smallholding and feed the array of friendly animals including donkeys, pony, guinea fowl, ducks, hens and sheep. Country pubs, some with great food are within half an hourâ€™s ride.

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Need To Know

✔Electric central heating, woodburning stove
✔ Electric hob, combi microwave/oven, dishwasher, fridge, Smart TV and WiFi
✔ Fuel, power and unlimited logs for woodburner included in rent
✔ Bed linen and towels included in rent
✔ Off-road parking for several cars
✔ Front and rear patio areas with hot tub
✔ Open access to fields, woodland and adjoining moorland
✔ Sorry no pets and no smoking
✔ Shops, pubs and good village amenities in Thornton Dale 12 miles
✔ Scarborough coast 13 miles
✔ Note: This property can be booked with ref 1128614 together they sleep 4

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Thompson Rigg Barn Reviews

We had such a fantastic stay at the property. Both owners were super helpful and friendly. It was a haven away from normal life and we couldnt thank them enough for making our honeymoon more perfect.

We had fantastic stay at Tompson Rigg barn. From the moment we arrived we had a very warm welcome from Helen and Alan and stormy the dog. Before we entered the barn Buddy the donkey and Shevy the sheep came running across the field to say hello, just perfect. We loved the idyllic peaceful location, with beautiful views and walks and wild life. The log burning fire and hot tub made it a cozy and relaxing stay, The barn was immaculate throughout with everything that you needed and more. Lots of information inside the barn and from Helen and Alan of places to visit , were extremely helpful, nothing was too much trouble. Excellent direction as they were greatly needed due to the remoteness of the barn and the short cut directions through the woods were helpful when we arrived. Perfect holiday, perfect hosts, absolutely perfect. If you need a quiet break away from the hustle and bustle of life, this is the place to be.

Perfect stay we were blown away by the beauty of Thompson Rigg. Very tranquil with amazing views walks directly on your doorstep. Barn conversion is by far the best we have ever stayed in 20 years experience renovated to a very high standard. Immaculately clean throughout with ultra modern hot tub. Donkeys, sheep and friendly dog, Stormy were a welcome bonus for us. Alan & Helen are the ultimate hosts helpful and informative with all their knowledge of the area. Our rule is never go to the same place twice we love the buzz of a new place adventure but weve already rebooked for next year. Theres so much more for us to explore in the area & Thompson Rigg Barn is the ideal base for us. Billy &Tina

Had a lovely break away in this barn, everything was just perfect, would highly recommend this property.

We had a fantastic stay at Thompson Rigg Barn. If you enjoy being away from the crowds this is the perfect place. We enjoyed the fact we were surrounded by walks, with the reward of a relaxing soak in the hot tub in the evening. The barn is finished to a high standard and is a beautiful place to relax. Alan and Helen left us to enjoy our break but were very helpful if we needed anything. We were left with some bubbly and other nice treats, and Alan made sure we were topped up with logs for the fire. We would highly recommend the Barn and hope we can return in the future.

Alicia

Absolutely fantastic! Love the treats you left us and attention to detail, very spotless and relaxing stay for our honeymoon

Jennifer

A true escape from the cares of the world. Lovely, wellequipped, and spotlessly clean accommodation in beautiful surroundings. The owners could not be more welcoming. Amazing to star gaze from the hot tub in those skies free from light pollution. The friendly dog, donkey, and sheep made us smile too.

Had an amazing time. Helen and Allen are very decent people, the animals are a real plus, especially Harry the donkey. The location is just something else, literally your own private entrance to the yorkshire moors, right outside the accommodation. The hot tub is large and the barn conversion is beautiful with everything you need. Me and the misses have done lots of these hot tubcottage brakes and this is top 3. 100 will be back.

Heather

My second stay here, had such a relaxing holiday I wanted to go again and Im not one for going the same place twice. The barn is lovely, comfortable, spotlessly clean, and very well equipped. Much thought has gone into it. Hosts very welcoming, there if you need anything but left to get on. Hot tub well maintained too. The surroundings are beautiful, peaceful with lots of wildlife to watch. The donkeys love a carrot and its fun to feed them. Stargazing is amazing too. Perfect spot to relax, read and recharge. If you are looking to get away from it all in beautiful surroundings and comfort Id recommend.

Stephen

What a fantastic property and hosts. We've stayed in quite a few over the years but this is in our top 3 and we will be returning, possibly later on next year to experience the autumn winter months. If you want somewhere remote where you can give your brain a reboot, then this is the property to do it in. We have already passed the details on to friends who also prefer to have quiet and remote breaks.

We absolutely loved our stay at the barn and have already booked a longer return visit for next year. The directions from Alan and Helen were spot on and the journey in was breathtaking. We received a warm welcome from Alan, Storm and Buddy with a brief show around of all the key details before leaving us to settle in for a few days honeymoon. It's clear there's a lot of thought gone into creating a relaxing experience for guests at the barn. Couple that with the gorgeous surroundings and views... we can't wait to come back!

Rachel

Super place to stay and to get away from it all . Lovely property with everything we needed to make our stay comfortable with a thoughtful welcome pack. Superb walking either directly from the Barn or a short drive away. We loved the donkeys, sheep and Storm the dog. Kind hosts who greeted us on arrival but also gave us our space whilst staying at their property. Would highly recommend this as a place to stay

Oliver

Lovely lovely place to stay. Only thing I would consider is if youre wanting to pop in and out for the day, for breakfast or dinner or mix between the both, travel time does make it more realistic to plan for a full day out, or stay in for the whole day and cook in the great facilities they give you! Definitely advise following the directions Helen sends you. Incredibly welcoming hosts, and the area was so so lovely and a great break way from the rest of the world! If youre wanting a proper getaway with plenty of walking over stunning scenery 100 recommend! The local areas are also lovely!

Amazing, quiet, relaxing and clean property. A perfect place to relax, switch off and recharge.

What a fantastic place ,we meet our hosts when we arrived and they gave us a lot ... What a fantastic place ,we meet our hosts when we arrived and they gave us a lot of information about where to visit and places to eat The barn was wonderful spacious and clean Beautiful scenery and the moors just a footstep away Unfortunately we had to leave a night early due to family accident at home but we will definitely be back Thank you Alan and Helen for a wonderful stay

Leanne

Great place, perfect hosts, will be going again!

An absolutely amazing place for a romantic getaway, the barn is private, beautiful and equipped with everything you need. The views are breathtaking, there's plenty of countryside to explore. The hosts were very helpful on arrival, and had left us some gifts for our stay. They made sure we had any directions we needed getting there and helped us to find a local pub for something to eat. We will definitely be booking again.

Heather

Alan and Helen couldn't have been more helpful starting with directions to the barn in the first place. Then showing us round introducing us to the donkeys and filling up the wood store. The hot tub and views were brilliant. Thank you for a lovely stay.

Thanks to the hosts Alan & Helen, nothing was too much trouble. The barn itself was amazing, comfy, cosy and like a home from home. Our stay was so relaxing, we loved seeing the donkeys, chickens, sheep, turkey and of course Storm dog the days explorations included carrots for donkeys and dog treats The hot tub was great, stars were so clear. We would highly recommend staying here. Easy check in and out. Will definitely be booking again. Thanks again both of you.

Great place for a romantic, peaceful getaway . Well equipped and comfortable with special touches by the owners who are very lovely. Great base for walks and days out .

Beautiful space for couples set in a stunning part of the world. We had a fantastic stay at Thompson Rigg. The barn was extremely well kitted out & comfortable. The hot tub is wonderful & the scenery was amazing. We had a lovely time feeding the donkeys, walking Blakey Topping straight from the lodge & relaxing. A massive thank you to Alan & Helen for giving us a fabulous break.

Melvin

Fantastic place to stay for a perfect base to chill and enjoy all of the different wildlife that is in abundance in this lovely away from it all picturesque little valley. The accommodation is absolutely superb, we can assure everyone if you need to get away from it all and RELAX that you certainly will not be disappointed. A VERY HAPPY AND REJUVENATED MELVIN & JEANETTE

Philip

Its our 3rd visit which I think says it all! We just love the remote tranquility its definitely our happy place

Alan and Helen are the perfect hosts. The area is beautiful and peaceful and just what we needed for a relaxing week. We can't wait to come again.

We had the most wonderful time ! Beautiful barn with an incredible setting. We really enjoyed our stay and would 100 recommend everyone

The accommodation, area, hosts and communication was second to none. It really is in the middle of nowhere but also not far from anything you might need. The accommodation is as promised on the booking and has everything you might need and things you didn't know you needed. The hot tub was well used whilst there as there was nothing better than lying in it and looking up at the Milky Way one night, snow the second night and rain the third night, all equally wonderful. The bed was wonderfully comfy and enough wood for the log burner to keep us warm when it got cold. Highly recommend this property and we will be back.

This is our second visit to the Thomas Rigg Barn and it did not disappoint ! Such a beautiful location , perfect facilities and the best place to relax , unwind and reset. We could not recommend this place enough and the owners Alan and Helen are such a lovely couple friendly and accommodating, but also mindful of your privacy. Will definitely be booking again in the future !

Everything was perfect. The barn was clean, comfortable, warm, superbly equipped with every little thing you might have at home. The owners were pleasant and informative and there if needed.The donkeys, hens and turkey made food waste disposal a delight! The surroundings were private and stunning and lying in the hot tub looking up at the stars wasparadise enough

An excellent place to stay. Beautiful surroundings and a place to totally relax and enjoy time away from the hustle and bustle of life. Alan and Helen are great hosts. Looking forward to returning at some point.

Very well equipped and comfortable. A great place to relax and get away from from it all. It was just what we expected.

3rd time we have stayed and wont be our last, amazing every time! If you want to get away from it all then this is the place to go. We take a weeks worth of shopping and dont really leave untill our holiday is over. Im usually an early riser but some days i would not naturally wake up untill 11am. The bed is huge and comfy and the sheets are amazing. There is a snug where my partner would sit and read her book with a glass of wine while I went out to explore.We would definitely recommend heading to the end of the road then over the fence into the forest for a walk and enjoy the scenery. The owners are brilliant and will engage with you and if you want to be left alone they respect that too and give you your space. The best place we have stayed so far and hopefully in the future we will be back for a fourth time. If you are used to the city life and want to get away from it all then this is the place to go.

Bonita

We had the most amazing stay. They thought of everything and great attention to detail. The location was exactly what we needed solitude. Plenty of opportunities to have walks and make friends with the donkeys. Its close enough to have a scenic drive into the local villages too. Would highly recommend and cant wait to come stay again. Thank you so much!!!!

Denise

What a lovely, cosy and very comfortable hideaway this is. We had such a peaceful and relaxing break. Alan & Helen are the most perfect hosts and super helpful. They have added lots of little touches to make the Barn feel homely and welcoming and the bed is the most comfortable bed weve slept on in any hotel or holiday cottage!

The property was lovely and the facilities were great. The hot tub was fantastic but took a long time to get to 37.5 degrees but once reached temperature was fab ! Beautiful scenery , the donkeys are so cute

Fantastic cabin, amazing surroundings the owners were lovely

Thomas

Our stay at thompson rigg barn was perfect everything was fantastic and would definitely recommend.

Steven

We stayed here for 2 nights and what can I say amazing, Alan & Helen were very welcoming and on hand if we needed anything at all, their attention to detail was spot on. This place is brilliant if you want some piece & quiet or just what to relax away from the hustle & bustle of city life. The walk in the Yorkshire Moors was so piece full, with breathtaking views this is a must when staying here.

Philip

Its our second visit this year because we love it so much and weve just booked for March next year! The barn is so cosy and has great facilities, the hot tub is just the icing on the cake and great for relaxing tired muscles. From walking out directly from the barn or exploring further afield to all that is on offer in Dalby Forest, the North Yorkshire railway line with its beautiful stations and steam trains and even to the seaside. That said, we find it difficult to leave the donkeys, sheep and chickens and are happy to just share their space, tranquility and remoteness. We feel amazing when were there and just the fact that weve booked again gives me a great sense of wellbeing. We would definitely recommend.

Thompson Rigg Barn is exactly what we needed for our week away! The barn was larger than many we have visited, has everything we could have wished for including a few games, which was great, as we forgot ours! and is beautifully situated and presented, in the middle of nowhere, surrounded by dark skies we were mostly unlucky with cloud, but did see ISS, and a few stars, peace and quiet, and beautiful countryside. The drive in and out is an adventure it is necessary to allow a good 20 minutes before any real roads are reached! but, for us, this was part of its charm!! Our hosts were helpful, friendly and accommodating, and topped up the wood for the wonderful logburner, whenever required! Our main company were sheep, donkeys ever hopeful for apples!, hens, and many wild birds. Listening to the owls, while soaking in the hottub was the final touch absolutely wonderful, thank you.

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Attractions Near Thompson Rigg Barn

While there'll be plenty to keep you entertained an Thompson Rigg Barn 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!

The Grainary Wildlife Farm - YO25 3HS

about 4 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 7 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.

Scarborough Sea Life and Marine Sanctuary - YO12 6RP

about 8 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 8 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 9 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.

Flamingo Land - YO60 7EW

about 11 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 18 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 20 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.

Madhyamaka Meditation Centre - LL21 9NG

about 27 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.

Web Adventure Park - YO32 9JS

about 29 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.