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Lena Cottage

(Ref. 983609)

Kilham, Vale of York & Yorkshire Wolds Show on map

4.7

Sykes rating

  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets Yes

Features

  • Off road parking
  • Garden / Patio
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Washing machine
  • Games Room
  • Broadband / WiFi

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86 Customer Reviews

  • "Quaint , quirky and charming!"

    Very comfortable cottage with everything that is needed. Beds and pillows are very comfortable. Would highly recommend this cottage and will definitely be back.

    I'm so pleased that you found everything to your liking. It would be lovely to welcome you back again. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Amelia5.0Oct 2024

  • "Cottage was as described with good off road parking and very safe for dog in garden as it was enclosed, it was nice and warm in all rooms and well equipped in the kitchen."

    Could I suggest fitting hand rail on stairs as the current one you cannot grab hold of so I struggled on steep stairs as I am 80 years old

    It's good to know that you were warm and comfortable during your stay, and that the dog was safe within the garden, with regards to fitting a different handrail on the staircase, unfortunately this would make the stairs far too narrow for the majority of guests to navigate. As the cottage is very old then the staircase is narrow and steep, which I cannot change. Property Owner

    Reviewed by James4.1Oct 2024

  • "Lovely clean and comfy cottage."

    Plenty of parking space. Perhaps a reminder above doorway to bathroom might be a good idea as my husband hit his head a number of times before he remembered to duck. Surrounding area good for sight seeing and all close at hand

    Good to know that you found the cottage clean and comfortable, and that you enjoyed the area. It would be great to welcome you back again soon. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Maggie5.0Sep 2024

  • "We loved this cottage."

    It was in a quiet but lovely location and it had all we needed. It was well looked after and the dog was happy in the garden. The owner left toys and treats which our dog loved, we would go again.

    Its so good to know that you all enjoyed your stay in Lena Cottage and it will be great to welcome you back again one day. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Kathryn4.7Jul 2024

  • "Delightful cottage!"

    Very clean and spacious great original features and the drive way is very spacious and secure for your fury pooch. all you need is on hand. Lovely little shop just a few mins walk around the corner and a nice pub doing home cooked food a 10 min walk away! This is a lovely cottage at a reasonable price. If you arrive and feel there is somthing you need the owners are more than happy to help. Wr can't wait to return. What a lovely place.

    Thank you for this lovely review. It's always so good to hear that guests have enjoyed their stay. Will look forward to welcoming you all back again soon. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Kerry5.0Jul 2024

  • "The cottage is in a lovely location, very quiet."

    Walkable to a pub or 10 minute drive to the beach and sea which was beautiful and well worth a drive. Lena cottage is just enough for the 3 of us. Kitchen facilities were enough and well equipped and clean. Bathroom was big and shower was ok Bed wasn’t to my liking but personal preference. The negative to my review was the fact that when we walked in it smelt of dog and wee which was not a great welcome. Me and my husband are tall and had to duck and did hit our head a few times as the roof is low and door frames.

    Reviewed by Rebecca4.4Jul 2024

  • "Absolutely wonderful stay at Lena Cottage."

    We would definitely recommend it and would definitely stay there again if we travel to Yorkshire again. Our dog Luna loved it!

    it's so good to know that you had a wonderful time, and I hope that you enjoyed all that Yorkshire has to offer. it would be lovely to welcome you and Luna back again sometime. Thank you for leaving everything so clean and tidy too. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Owen5.0Jun 2024

  • "Lovely quaint little cottage perfect location for exploring the coast Very dog ..."

    Lovely quaint little cottage perfect location for exploring the coast Very dog friendly the Owner has thought of everything from treats cosy blanket food bowls even poo bags Highly recommended

    it's so good to hear that you enjoyed your stay in Lena Cottage and that the doggie items came in handy it would be lovely to welcome you back again one day Property Owner

    Reviewed by Gainor5.0Jun 2024

  • "Great little cottage."

    Basic facilities but all we needed. Downside was the bedrooms. The smaller room has a very low ceiling to the outside wall and the double bed mattress was very soft (my opinion). We switched to the single beds after the first night but again the mattresses weren’t great. Also, although stated in the listing that doorways were low, the front bedroom doorway was extremely low (lower than 5ft) and regardless of the fact we knew this, inevitably heads were hit!!! Lovely garden and great for our young dog as the furry friends are well catered for.

    Thank you for your feedback, and i hope that you enjoyed your stay overall. I'm sadden to hear that the mattresses were not up to your expectations as they are all new ones purchased at the beginning of the year! As Lena Cottage is over 200 years old , unfortunately I am unable to alter the height of the doorways or the steepness of the stair case and they are in keeping with the character of the building overall. Good to know that the garden and dog facilities were a hit though. I hope to welcome you back again sometime . Jo Property Owner

    Reviewed by Coral3.4May 2024

  • "A well equipped, cosy and clean cottage."

    The stairs and low doorway a bit of a challenge but we were warned!

    Great to know that you found the cottage well equipped and comfortable for your stay. Jo Property Owner

    Reviewed by Elizabeth4.7May 2024

  • "Nice cottage and location."

    Everything you need. Jo is very helpful.

    Good to know that you had everything that you needed for your stay. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Patricia4.1May 2024

  • "We were there four nights."

    Lovely little cottage, very comfortable and quiet. Enclosed garden safe for dogs. There is a pub five minutes walk away which does lovely food.

    Great to know that you found Lena Cottage comfortable and quiet and enjoyed your stay. It would be lovely to welcome you back again one day. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Carole5.0Apr 2024

  • "The forst sykes cottage we have stayed at that dodnt have a welcome pack, a few nice goodies is always a lovely welcome, Especially as we got there late and there was no milk for a cuppa and the only village shop was shut."

    But that was the only small negative, the owners were extra friendly and helpful, the cottage is gorgeous and felt homely immediately. Our dog loved the toy shelf amd the nice spacious garden. The village is stunning, we had a lovely walk up to the po d and had the best and biggest burger I have ever seen Matthew local dog friendly pub. It was a great base for us to go all over, we did scarbourough, filey, bridlington a d the smaller towns in between. Scarbourough fair museum was well worth a visit Especially with kids as the old rides a d arcade machines gave us hours of fun. Thankyou so much for letting us have ur little peice of heaven for a week, we will deffo be back!!!!

    I'm so pleased to hear that you found Lena Cottage comfortable and that you enjoyed your stay and the surrounding areas. Since the onset of the pandemic I no longer provide a welcome pack , as I noticed that the majority of guests didn't want to use the items, and therefore they were wasted. If this was a disappointment to you, then please accept my apology. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Lisa4.7Apr 2024

  • "Beautiful well contained cottage everything you need it's like home from home."

    We 1st stayed in lena cottage last year we loved it that much we cudnt think of anywhere else we wanted to be on our silver wedding anniversary which was on the 27th. Can't wait to go again. I would recommend this cottage to anyone who wants a quiet relaxing holiday

    Many thanks for your lovely comments, it's so good to know when guests have felt comfortable and enjoyed their stay. I hope that you enjoyed a wonderful wedding anniversary and have many more! I look forward to seeing you again. Jo Property Owner

    Reviewed by Donna5.0Mar 2024

  • "Lovely little cottage, had everything we needed and was a great base for visiting nearby places of interest."

    Great to know that you enjoyed staying in Lena Cottage and had everything you needed. It would be lovely to welcome you and your family back again one day Property Owner

    Reviewed by Susan4.7Feb 2024

  • "Love this little cottage."

    We stayed there about 3 years ago . Everything you need and so cosy .Frankie loved the garden and your only a 20 minute drive away from the beach . We will definitely stay at Lena cottage again .

    Lovely to know that you all enjoyed your stay in Lena Cottage [ including Frankie!] Thank you for leaving everything so clean and tidy its always appreciated. It will be great to welcome you back again one day. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Pat5.0Feb 2024

  • "We enjoyed our stay at Lena Cottage at Christmas."

    The owner had put up decorations which was thoughtful. The cottage was always warm and cosy and has everything for home cooking you need. I did a full Christmas dinner! On departing I left a valuable item the owner went above and beyond to return it she was very kind. We loved the quirkiness of this sweet cottage.

    Thank you for your review, I'm so pleased to know that you enjoyed your Christmas break in Lena Cottage and that everything was provided for your needs. It would be lovely to welcome you back again one day. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Lynn4.7Dec 2023

  • "We needed a dog friendly cottage to stay in whilst visiting family in Driffield and Pocklington and Lena Cottage proved to be perfect."

    The large porch is ideal and the things on the 'dog' shelf were perfect. Our labrador loved playing with the red ball during our stay. The outdoor area is great. The cottage was warm and we were very comfortable. We will certainly look to book Lena Cottage next time we are visiting family.

    Thank you for your review, its good to hear that you were warm and comfortable during your stay. Good to know that the dog items are useful too! It would be lovely to welcome you all back again one day. Happy New Year . Property Owner

    Reviewed by Jo-ann5.0Dec 2023

  • "Very homely and welcoming."

    Reviewed by Michael5.0Dec 2023

  • "Great place, everything you need, cosy warm good pub with good beer and food a short walk away, just mind your head"

    Great to know that you both enjoyed your stay. It would be lovely to welcome you back again sometime. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Martin5.0Oct 2023

  • "It's lovely cottage, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay, thank you."

    The only improvement we both felt would have been to have hooks in the bathroom for hanging damp towels on, and to provide a medium sized towel for each of us as well as the hand towels & very large bath towels.

    Thank you for your review, I'm pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay. I will take on board your comments regarding the towels, and see if I can find any matching medium sized ones. Jo Property Owner

    Reviewed by Louise4.7Sep 2023

  • "We had a lovely stay at Lena cottage, it's so pretty and quaint."

    Everything is in the cottage, the owners have it well equipped. Village is peaceful, people are friendly and the local pub is only a short walk up the road. We visited Scarborough and Bridlington which were both an easy driving distance. Overall Lena cottage is the perfect location for a break whether you want to stay in the village and relax or travel to see parts of Yorkshire.

    so pleased to know that you enjoyed your stay. It would be lovely to welcome you all back again sometime Property Owner

    Reviewed by Laura5.0Aug 2023

  • "We absolutely loved the property, exactly as described."

    Lovely cosy cottage, we all really enjoyed our stay and we would all like to return ☺️. It was lovely and clean, lots of items included. The dog toys etc were great too. We had to make use of the washing machine and dryer on the first night which was a god send to have. The local pub was lovely and little shop around the corner. Excellent property

    Thank you for your lovely review , so great to know that you all enjoyed your stay { including the dog!}. It would be great to welcome you all back again one day. Huge thanks for leaving everything so clean and tidy too. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Sarah5.0Aug 2023

  • "Lovely cottage, full of character, with everything you could need."

    Very comfortable sofas and beds & good size bathroom. Huge outdoor space great for the dog. Wish we could have stayed longer!

    So pleased to hear that you found everything comfortable and to your liking. It would be lovely to welcome you back again one day. Thank you for leaving Lena Cottage clean and tidy , its always appreciated. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Emma4.7Aug 2023

  • "Our 2nd stay here."

    We love it. Lots of character and perfect for our dog. Parking excellent, and we appreciated the owners nice dog friendly touches and pet friendly laid back attitude. Some nice improvements since our stay back in February, including a very welcome freezer, bins upstairs etc. I'm sure we will be back. Thank you for a great stay.

    Thank you for your comments, its good to know that you, once again, enjoyed staying in Lena Cottage and also that your dog seems to enjoy it too! Any comments regarding improvements are always appreciated as its helpful to know which things guests prefer to have for their stay. It would be great to welcome you back again one day. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Catherine4.4Jun 2023

  • "Perhaps a long mirror & a waste bin in both bedrooms would be good."

    Thank you for your comments, I will look into obtaining a long mirror and bins for the bedrooms. Hope you enjoyed your stay and had a safe journey home . Jo Property Owner

    Reviewed by Jill5.0Jun 2023

  • "Lena cottage was a lovely quaint place to stay."

    Exceptionally clean, every utensil in the kitchen you needed to cook a proper meal. Beds were comfortable, sofas were great to curl up on after a day of walking. The little extras, althou we didn’t need them as we took everything, are a great idea,Food and water bowl, toys, blankets and poo bags. So thoughtful of the owner to include these for our dog. Other extras washing up liquid, sponges, tea towels, enough cutlery for 6 if needed. And the little homely touches of pictures, ornaments, and extra throws were lovely. The garden area was great for buddy our German shepherd and he soon made it home from home. Yes the ceilings in the bedrooms are low but that adds to the character. The stairs are steep but there’s only 9 of them and within a day you are used to them. And both these things are noted in the cottage description. We loved everything about Lena cottage, the owner has excelled herself in making this a great home from home

    A huge thank you for this wonderful review, it makes the job worth while when Lena Cottage receives praise such as this. It is always so great to hear that guests have enjoyed their stay , and that the cottage seems to be well equipped for their needs. Also good to know that the dog items are appreciated and that Buddy had a good holiday too! Thank you for leaving everything clean and tidy, it is always appreciated by the cleaning team. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Karen5.0Jun 2023

  • "Lena cottage was great for our stay as we wanted to be a short distance from the coast as well as having good access to the Wolds."

    The cottage is well equipped and very comfortable, even having a selection of books, DVDs and games. We will recommend to friends

    Many thanks for your feedback, its always good to know that guests have enjoyed their stay and found the cottage comfortable. Thank you for leaving everything clean and tidy its much appreciated. It would be lovely to welcome you both back again one day Property Owner

    Reviewed by Lynnette5.0May 2023

  • "It might be helpful to update the listing description as the pub that is referred to is no longer there."

    oh apologies for this, I thought I had updated already ! Jo Property Owner

    Reviewed by Kim4.7May 2023

  • "Lena cottage is a beautiful old cottage with roof beems low ceiling into one bedroom which adds more charm ."

    It's go everything you need from cooker to two fridges and more .there plenty of room for parking and a big garden. We took our dog and she was do relaxed as we were .a beautiful cottage and beautiful village. Definitely me going back

    Many thanks for your feedback, its good to know that you all enjoyed your holiday. Also huge thanks for leaving Lena Cottage clean and tidy, and for leaving some 'extras' , its always very appreciated. Jo Property Owner

    Reviewed by Donna5.0Apr 2023

  • "Lovely little cottage, easy access to the keys and very clean and tidy."

    Kitchen is small but has sufficient utensils and crockery. Bathroom is spacious and has lovely soft, large bath sheets. The bedroom with the double bed in is quite small but sufficient to just sleep in. The room with the twin beds is very roomy, however beware of the very low door opening as mentioned in the description. We had a dog with us and there were bowls and dog toys provided, which was great. Would definitely recommend.

    Many thanks for your feedback, I'm pleased that you found the cottage clean, and to your liking. It sounds as though your pet enjoyed their stay too! It would be lovely to welcome you back again, and thank you for leaving everywhere neat and tidy. Jo Property Owner

    Reviewed by Kate5.0Apr 2023

  • "A quirky cottage ."

    Stairs and door height took a bit of getting used to but ok once we learnt when to duck. When heating was on it was cosy although a fire as a focal point would have been lovely. Beds were comfy /nice and quiet location /parking excellent / dog friendly garden/ plenty of places to visit nearby/. A fridge with a freezer compartment would also been handy. Overall a good holiday let….

    Thank you for your comments , its good to know that you enjoyed the cottage and the surrounding areas. I am planning on looking into replacing the fridge with one with a freezer compartment now that it has been brought to my attention. Thanks again and it would be lovely to welcome you back again sometime. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Alan4.4Apr 2023

  • "We loved our week in Lena cottage."

    I would say that it was one of the best that we have stayed in. The garden was perfect for our dog and for being able to park the car. The cottage itself was so warm and comfortable. Kilham was lovely and the old star pub was friendly and the food was good. A fabulous week all round. Many thanks.

    Thank you for your lovely review of my little cottage, i'm so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay, even though you didn't have the best of weather , its good to know that you were warm enough and comfortable. It would be lovely to welcome you back again one day , and thank you for leaving everything clean and tidy. Its always appreciated. Jo Property Owner

    Reviewed by Diane5.0Mar 2023

  • "We loved our week at Lena Cottage."

    The listing warns that 'the property has low doorways and steep stairs'. Yes it does (I have the bruises to prove the first one!), but all things considered they were not even the slightest inconvenience. The off-street parking and rear porch/utility room were a boon - we could dump stuff there from straight from the car to avoid losing all the heat from the cottage itself. The 'larder fridge' was a bit of a disappointment. A fridge with at least a freezer compartment would have been useful, but we coped. The instructions on the wall next to the central heating controller were vague - they were the controller manufacturer's own and their own website was no better - but we worked it out in the end. Contradicting previous reviews, we found the sofas quite comfortable, and the beds likewise. Would we stay at Lena Cottage again? Absolutely, no hesitation at all. We have recommended it to friends and family. I just hope they don't choose a week when we want to stay again ourselves!

    Thank you for your feedback, its always good to hear that guests have enjoyed their stay at Lena Cottage, even though you gained a bruise or two! Thank you for your comment regarding a freezer , I will look into fitting a fridge with a freezer compartment this year if possible. With regards to the heating , i think that it must have been inadvertently switched to 'auto mode'. It is normally left on 'manual mode' whereby you just turn the dial to reach the desired temperature then the heating keeps the cottage at the temperature chosen. I agree that if it had been on 'auto mode' then the settings/ temperatures can be tricky to set. I will have to ensure that it is left on manual mode for future guests. Its also good to hear that you found the furnishings comfortable and it would be lovely to welcome you and your friends back again one day. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Chris4.4Mar 2023

  • "Lovely cottage."

    Relaxed atmosphere, really dog friendly not just ‘allowing’ dogs. Secure garden. Everything you need. Too cold when we were there but the garden looked lovely to sit out. Well placed for exploring coast and lovely local villages. Thank you for a lovely week.

    Many thanks for your feedback. Its always good to know when guests have enjoyed their stay and that the garden was suitable and secure enough for your dog. It would be great to welcome you all back again one day. Jo Property Owner

    Reviewed by Adam5.0Mar 2023

  • "Really lovely little house."

    Agree, not suitable for elderly or physically disabled people, but this was made clear when we booked. Lots of character. Nice and warm. Great enclosed garden for our dog and loved the big porch with dog towels and equipment. A godsend in the late winter weather. Thank you Jo for an enjoyable stay.

    Many thanks for your comments, I am pleased to know that you enjoyed your stay in Lena Cottage even though the weather wasn't the best! Its also good to know that the doggy 'extras' come in handy, and that you all kept warm and cosy. It would be lovely to welcome you back again, and thank you for leaving everything so clean and tidy, its always appreciated. Jo x Property Owner

    Reviewed by Catherine5.0Feb 2023

  • "Lovely cottage lovely village lovely pub and any problems are sorted very quickly by the owner."

    Will be back again soon

    Thank you for your comments. Its lovely to hear that you enjoy staying in Lena Cottage and I will look forward to welcoming you all back again later this year. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Patrick5.0Dec 2022

  • "It was a lovely cottage in a lovely village."

    Very traditional and great parking/garden area which was enclosed for dogs. Very dog friendly. It was all very clean. There was no freezer though which we knew before but it would be very useful as it's hard to keep everything in a fridge. There is room to put one in the entrance where the washer/dryer is. More knife and forks are needed as sometimes need more when cooking. There were only 4 of each. The sofas were not very comfortable at all but maybe that could be a personal preference. Overall though, a nice property and just needs a few adaptations to make it perfect.

    Thank you for your feedback, we were saddened to read that you found the sofas uncomfortable, as they are leather sofas which we have intentionally placed in the cottage for ease of cleaning / disinfecting since the pandemic. We agree that most probably cloth sofas will be more 'squishy' to sit on but they also hold the germs in the material, so we are trying to do the best thing for all our guests. We will look into maybe placing a freezer where you suggested although this will then take up the dog friendly area, which would have to be moved else where. We can also quite easily place more cutlery in the kitchen. Thank you again for your feedback, we are pleased that you found the cottage and the village welcoming. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Natalie3.4Dec 2022

  • "The bathroom had excessive mould on the ceiling and blinds."

    Half way through the stay the roof leaked soaking one of the beds which was in use. This occurred again 2 nights later. Unable to use this bedroom.

    Thank you for your feedback. There were already arrangements in place to maintain the bathroom and fit new blinds after the duration of your stay. With regards to the roof, it was an unfortunate event that the leak occurred, [ due to the relentless rain we experienced] as there is a date in place to re new the whole roof soon. As there is an alternative bedroom, which you used, you led me to believe that it was not an issue for you, and you were still enjoying your holiday. Please accept my sincere apologies if this was not the case. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Jonathan2.8Nov 2022

  • "Small & quirky, adequate for a short stay."

    Would benefit from updating inside, particularly the living space and the bathroom which is downstairs. No freezer or baking tray. The rear porch was useful as was the off road parking. Stairs quite dangerous and low doorways also one to be aware of when staying here. Otherwise a great location as a base, 10 mins to Driffield, 20 mins to Bridlington and a little further to fantastic Flamborough. Local pub good for beer but less so for food & terrible service sadly.

    Thank you for your comments. Lena Cottage is a 200-year old property with lots of character, so we feel that it is important to retain many of its original features and have furnished it in a way that reflects this. A freezer is not advertised and a baking tray is not a necessity, however we do take this point on board. Due to the age of the property, the stairs are steep and the doorways are low, and this is mentioned in the property description. Guests are also advised in the welcome book to use caution. Thank you again for your feedback, and we are glad to hear the property was a good base for you. Property Owner

    Reviewed by David2.8Oct 2022

  • "We had a great holiday in The East Riding of Yorkshire staying at Lena Cottage."

    ....the location is great for exploring the Yorkshire Coast, the North Yorkshire Moors National park and all the towns and gorgeous villages in between. The Cottage it's self is charming, very well equiped With WYFI etc and great outside space with a summer house....eating area and loads of space to park the car and to let the dog have a safe, secure mooch around. The owner Jo is very friendly and happy to be contacted if any issues and has put some lovely touches around the property and loves dogs...so the cottage is really dog friendly, our Irish Water Daniel loved it. Jo has loads of information in a folder regarding places to walk the dogs locally and where to visit during ur stay. The village is very quaint too, with a pub and a small shop.....Bridlington is the nearest, with all the usual supermarkets so you can stock up. Full marks Jo for a lovely stay.....we loved it....fab week, will deffo visit again..cheers . Gary Tez & Tilly

    It's so great to know that you had a lovely time staying in my little cottage, and also that Tilly enjoyed it too, and that you had a great time exploring my home county! It would be brilliant to welcome you all back for another holiday one day. Many thanks for leaving everything clean and tidy, it's always appreciated. Thanks again Jo Property Owner

    Reviewed by Gary5.0Sep 2022

  • "The cottage was clean,comfortable and relaxing we enjoyed everything about it ."

    Brilliant (PS and the dog had a whale of a time)

    Thank you, it's so nice to hear that you had a lovely relaxing holiday. And I'm so pleased that your dog enjoyed it too! I really appreciate that you left the property so clean and tidy too. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Melvyn5.0Sep 2022

  • "We really enjoyed our stay at Lena cottage."

    A beautiful property in an amazing little village. It is a perfect distance to Bridlington and Driffield. Really quiet and calm. We enjoyed watching a couple of the films provided and had a great laugh playing the music quiz game. Would highly recommend to anyone who is interested. Thank you.

    Thank you, its so good to hear that you all enjoyed staying in the cottage and the village. It would be lovely to welcome you and your family back again one day. Many thanks for leaving the property so clean and tidy...its much appreciated. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Jan5.0Aug 2022

  • "Lena Cottage warm comfortable and in a lovely setting."

    It was what my family needed away from our city life the peace and quiet was wonderful.

    Thank you , it is so nice to hear that you all enjoyed a lovely relaxing stay Jo Property Owner

    Reviewed by Denise5.0Jun 2022

  • "This is the 2nd visit to this cottage and it is excellent could not find fault ..."

    This is the 2nd visit to this cottage and it is excellent could not find fault will be back again soon very high standards of hygiene lovely quiet village highly recommend this property great for families and your 4 legged friends thanks again lynn& tony

    Thank you for this lovely review, and many thanks for leaving the property so clean and tidy . It will be great to welcome you both { and doggy} back again soon. Many thanks Jo x Property Owner

    Reviewed by Lynn5.0May 2022

  • "We had a great holiday ."

    ..warm,cosy, cottage and very clean.lovely sunny space to sit out .

    Thank you, I'm so pleased to hear that you all enjoyed your holiday. Jo Property Owner

    Reviewed by Diane4.7May 2022

  • "Nice cottage in the middle of the village."

    Enclosed yard safe for children to play in. Well equipped with fridge, small freezer compartment, washing machine and tumble drier. My only suggested improvement would be to provide some unbreakable plates and bowls for use when eating outside.

    Thank you for your suggestion. I will see about providing some unbreakable items now that the weather is hopefully getting warmer. Jo x Property Owner

    Reviewed by Zoe4.4Apr 2022

  • "What a lovely little cottage you have!"

    We have all enjoyed our stay and felt very comfortable there!

    Thank you. I'm so pleased to hear that you had a lovely, relaxing few days away. Jo Property Owner

    Reviewed by Ian5.0Feb 2022

  • "Was pleasantly surprised with the property."

    It was clean, adorable and more importantly, exactly like the pictures! The locals are extremely friendly and welcoming. Unfortunately when we went it was heavy rain all weekend so we were limited to what we could do. Bridlington town was only a 15min drive away and once again was lovely even in the rain (our dog didn't think so) it was also right on the coast so I could imagine on a sunny day the town would be busy. Would definitely stop again especially in the summer. The owners also were great. Answered every question I had with no problems and replies via sms were really fast too. Would definitely like to return some point in the future to go visit the cliffs which look spectacular!

    Thank you , It would be great to welcome you back. So glad that the rain didn't spoil your weekend too much! British Weather!! Jo Property Owner

    Reviewed by Vicky4.7Feb 2022

  • "Lovely well equipped cottage enjoyed our stay."

    Thank you, so pleased that you had a lovely holiday Jo Property Owner

    Reviewed by Lisa5.0Jan 2022

  • "A real, authentic cottage in a lovely village."

    I booked two long stays at Lena Cottage and enjoyed every minute of them. It has the feel of a genuine 'lived in', homely cottage, almost like a trip back in time. Yes, the steps were steep and the treads a little shallow but that was all part of the charm and just required a bit of extra care. The cottage had all the facilities needed for a 'get away from it all' holiday break and the village of Kilham, with its renowned pub and hill top church, was charming without being in any way contrived. The pub is a rare, surviving example of a classic English village pub, comprising several small rooms with open fires, friendly locals, great beer and delicious food. There is a small garage and shop just round the corner from the cottage, which I found very handy for both petrol and basic supplies. Being only 9 miles from Bridlington, Lena Cottage makes an excellent base for exploring both the coast and the rolling hills of the Yorkshire Wolds. Jo, the owner, went out of her way to make us feel welcome and even provided Christmas trimmings to add the appropriate seasonal touch. I look forward to staying here again.

    Reviewed by S4.7Dec 2021

  • "Lovely property, very comfy beds, nice & warm."

    very enjoyable stay. some small points, lack of litter bins in some rooms, no oven glove, no washing up bowl or rack for pots to dry on. andrew

    Reviewed by Andrew4.4Oct 2021

  • "Had an excellent time."

    The cottage was spotless, as was the village. Jo the owner was lovely. Sid the dog had a great time and didn't want to leave.would highly recommended this place.we will be coming back again .

    Reviewed by Joanna5.0Sep 2021

  • "Considering the extra cleaning for Covid there was dirty crockery in the cupboard though everywhere else was nice and clean."

    Small but cosy cottage.

    Reviewed by Dawn4.7Aug 2021

  • "Lovely comfy bed"

    Reviewed by Jacqueline5.0Jul 2021

  • "Lovely little cottage perfect location ."

    We really enjoyed our stay at Lena cottage

    Reviewed by Pat5.0Jul 2021

  • "Loved this cottage, had everything we needed, was very comfortable, in a quiet location, will definitely be returning."

    Reviewed by Jeanette5.0Jul 2021

  • "This is a charming little cottage."

    It was spotlessly clean and very well equipped. Dkg friendly and the owner even provided dog bowls, toys, towels and bags. Has very low ceilings and steep stairs to bear in mind. Would definitely recommend.

    Reviewed by Debra5.0Jun 2021

  • "The cottage was in a quiet location with beautiful walks nearby."

    We used this as a base to travel to many small villages where we ate out and were dog friendly. Could not fault it and will be coming back soon.

    Reviewed by Sonia5.0Jun 2021

  • "A quaint and cosy, well equipped cottage."

    However the steep staircase with uneven risers, caused my husband to fall down them, from top to bottom, the first night that we were there, despite being aware of this from a previous review. (He is fit and active, with no 'mobility issues'. So PLEASE, PLEASE, be aware, and take extra care on the stairs. He had to sleep downstairs thereafter, being badly bruised in the fall. Otherwise we spent time in the well kept and secure gardens, which offered generous off road parking.

    Reviewed by Paula3.1Jun 2021

  • "Beautiful little cottage in a lovely country village."

    Local pub a stone's through away. Easy access to surrounding areas. Cottage owner very helpful

    Reviewed by Jason5.0May 2021

  • "An excellent holiday very clean and the village is very quiet will definately be booking again."

    we had a great holiday and my dog loved it great walks for him the cottage its self exceded the expectations clean and very cosy THANK YOU SO MUCH

    Reviewed by Lynn5.0May 2021

  • "Beautiful cottage in beautiful village, everything we needed, spotlessly clean."

    Definitely will go again.

    Reviewed by Richard5.0Apr 2021

  • "Fantastic holiday cottage."

    With everything provided felt like home from home. Everything of a high standard and very clean. Gated off road parking is excellent with a summer house to sit in on cooler evenings. Would highly recommend this cottage.

    Reviewed by Catherine5.0Apr 2021

  • "A delightful cottage with everything and more you would wish for."

    The owner could not conceivably have been more helpful. The location in the heart of the Wolds is dyllic. We will be back.

    Reviewed by J5.0Oct 2020

  • "Nice little cottage,in a nice village,very friendly village pub with really nice ..."

    Nice little cottage,in a nice village,very friendly village pub with really nice food, local garage sells essential food items only

    Reviewed by Greg5.0Oct 2020

  • "Brilliant cottage, well equipped and in a great location."

    Reviewed by Stephen5.0Sep 2020

  • "We had a lovely stay at Lena cottage, everything we wanted/needed was there."

    Jo went above and beyond to get a new shower installed for us, as on the first night the shower broke...... same day a new one was put straight in with no problems. The only thing I can say that was not comfy was the double mattress, it could do with being replaced. I would definitely recommend Lena cottage to friends and family. We will be visiting again x

    Reviewed by Julie5.0Aug 2020

  • "The cottage was really clean and had everything that we needed."

    Upstairs is quite small and there were a few banged heads but it is clear on the website that the doors are low. It was absolutely lovely.

    Reviewed by Hilary4.7Aug 2020

  • "We had a fantastic holiday, the cottage was amazing, very clean, comfortable and homely."

    We often stay in Yorkshire and will be returning. Will Definatky recommend Lena cottages. We had a great time thank you

    Reviewed by Catherine5.0Aug 2020

  • "This is our second stay at Lena cottage and as was again a wonderful holiday!"

    The cottage is over 200 years old and oozes character! We love staying here! The owner is lovely and extremely helpful and there on the phone if you need her. The cottage is beautifully kept, spotless throughout and lots of movies and board games to play We enjoyed sitting outside of an evening on the patio area, very relaxing. Unfortunately the pub directly opposite the cottage has now closed down however the star just down the road (4min walk) has exceptional food and definitely worth a visit during your stay at Lena. Bridlington is about 20mins drive from the cottage so you are near to lots of beautiful places- we also like to visit Robin Hoods Bay which is not far away. Would certainly recommend Lena cottage; it gets a 10/10 from us! See you again soon!

    Reviewed by Emma5.0Aug 2020

  • "A lovely old cottage - very clean, warm and comfortable."

    The best equipped cottage we have stayed in. Our dog would agree with us! We would highly recommend the village pub, The Old Star Inn - a very friendly atmosphere and good, wholesome food. Kilham is within easy reach of the several excellent beaches with good access for dogs. A very enjoyable break - great value for money.

    Reviewed by Michael5.0Jan 2020

  • "This cottage was very clean and well presented."

    Lovely village setting close to the Yorkshire coast. Sykes were very informative and helpful would not hesitate to use again.

    Reviewed by Mark4.7Dec 2019

  • "The cottage was very dog friendly with feeding bowls, and treats for our dog provided, together with "doggy towels" I can only re-iterate what already is present on the website from previous visitors - A lovely cottage in a delightful and friendly village."

    If you could update your website, as the Village stores has recently closed, and one of the pubs in Kilham, The Bay Horse, has also closed in September 2019. The Old Star Inn however is a fine Old fashioned Village pub serving excellent food and ales. It is very dog friendly and the locals are a very friendly crowd.

    Reviewed by David5.0Sep 2019

  • "Lenas cottage was like being home from home this lady left just about every thing you might need and more the cleanliness of the cottage was well above what you would expect including extra bed linen and towels."

    Cofee and tea with biscuits was also left for your refreshment there was a very nice feeling about this cottage would definitely book here again and would recommend this cottage to anyone.

    Reviewed by Colm5.0Jul 2019

  • "A lovely place and location to stay."

    Extremely clean and comfortable. Accurately described. The fact we would return says it all! Thank you.

    Reviewed by Michael5.0May 2019

  • "The cottage was in a lovely rural location."

    it was spotlessly clean.Dog friendly

    Reviewed by Sharon5.0May 2019

  • "Lovely cottage."

    You do have to watch out for low beams going into bedrooms. Great for the dog having yard. Shop has closed down but you can get milk and bread from garage which is just along the street. Both pubs are really nice selling good food. The beach is only 20 minutes away, lovely and clean. Cottage very clean and cosy. We had a lovely weekend away thank you

    Reviewed by Christine4.7May 2019

  • "Such a beautiful clean quirky cottage with everything you need."

    In a quiet village perfect for relaxing and chilling out. Loved every minute.

    Reviewed by Caroline5.0Apr 2019

  • "Great cottage for a weeks stay - very well equiped and in a great location - highly recommended :)"

    Reviewed by Chris5.0Apr 2019

  • "Our stay at Lena Cottage was absolutely amazing!"

    A beautiful quirky little cottage with bags of character! The place was spotless and is very apparent that it is a very loved place by it's owner! Jo is lovely and very helpful. The pub across the road (The Bay Horse) does THE most fantastic homemade food! (The steak is HIGHLY recommended!). The cottage had lots of added extras which was so lovely, such as; a range of DVDs, games and books, biscuits and teabags/coffee etc. Jo has also put together a very informative folder of local attractions and amenities. A beautiful stay and will be visiting again for sure!

    Reviewed by Emma5.0Apr 2019

  • "Quirky cottage steep stairs but noted in booking advert."

    lovely village with two pubs and friendly people. milk and biscuits were left nice touch .lovely holiday

    Reviewed by Julie5.0Sep 2018

  • "The cottage was clean and functional."

    As detailed in the description, the stairs are very steep and the twin bedroom door is really low but we had to use this room as the bed in the double room is not full size and only just fits in the room. Our son was very happy to use that room. The garden is a lovely size but not private and not secure enough to leave dogs.

    Reviewed by Alyson3.8Aug 2018

  • "The cottage was so cosy the owner had equipped the cottage well we didn't need ..."

    The cottage was so cosy the owner had equipped the cottage well we didn't need to take anything but ourselves and our clothing everything else was there, just one thing lacking was a freezer but it did not affect our holiday

    Reviewed by Michael5.0Aug 2018

  • "The stairs are steep and steps narrow."

    However this is mentioned by the owner in the information folder.

    Reviewed by John4.1Aug 2018

  • "Up stairs and front bedroom not suitable for infirm or elderly"

    Reviewed by Marcia1.9Jul 2018

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Summary

  • Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin
  • Bathroom with walk-in shower, basin and WC
  • Kitchen
  • Utility
  • Sitting room
  • Dining room.
  • Gas central heating
  • Electric oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, tumble dryer
  • TV, WiFi, Selection of Games, Books, DVD's
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Off-road parking for two cars
  • Enclosed garden to rear with seating area and summerhouse
  • Secure cycle storage available
  • One well-behaved pet allowed
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop and pub 5 mins walk
  • Note: Due to its age, the property has low doorways and steep stairs, may not be suitable for the elderly or infirm.

The property

Situated in the charming village of Kilham, in the heart of the Yorkshire Wolds, this semi-detached cottage provides pleasing accommodation for a family or couple wanting a peaceful getaway close to the Yorkshire Coast.

Enter the property through a small porch area that also doubles as a handy utility.

This leads into a bright kitchen featuring exposed beams and windows overlooking the rear garden.

The kitchen branches off to a cosy sitting room with TV and comfortable reclining sofas, a prime spot for relaxing together as a family after a day at the beach.

Also leading off from the kitchen is a dual aspect dining room, with the two large windows looking out across the quaint village of Kilham.

Also downstairs is the large family bathroom, featuring a spacious walk-in shower.

Upstairs are the two pleasing bedrooms; one double bedroom and one twin bedroom.

Spend your evenings out in the garden, sipping on a refreshing glass of wine out on the patio or indulging in a moment of peace and quiet as you escape to the summer house with your favourite book.

The property lies in the heart of the pretty village of Kilham, just a stone's throw from a cosy, traditional village pub.

There are plenty of walking opportunities in the area, as well as two glorious sandy beaches at Bridlington within easy driving distance.

This property is ideal for a family or couple wanting a cosy base for their adventures in the Yorkshire Wolds and along the coast.

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About the location

KILHAM

Driffield 7 miles; Bridlington 9 miles; York 35 miles.

The attractive village of Kilham is idyllically situated amidst the pretty Yorkshire Wolds countryside, 7 miles from the colourful town of Driffield. Once an important market town, the village today provides one pubs, a small shop and two churches The surrounding countryside offers excellent walking and cycling opportunities, whilst nearby Driffield provides a variety of shops and tea rooms together with a weekly market. Relax and unwind on the award-winning, sandy beaches that straddle the historic harbour at the bustling town of Bridlington, just 9 miles away, or enjoy a fun day out at Scarborough, with its colourful promenades. The medieval walls, celebrated Minster and interesting museums at the magnificent city of York are within easy driving distance and well worth a visit. Plenty to see and do, at any time of year.

Note: Due to its age, the property has low doorways and steep stairs, may not be suitable for the elderly or infirm.

Sorry, no smoking.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas