Woodside Barn

A lovely little cottage, suited us as a family perfectly.

The only small complaints we had were that the mattress on the kingsize bed felt like it was sloping toward the outside from the middle and that the iron was not working - we did leave a message on the number provided, but received no response, so had to purchase an iron. Otherwise an excellent base for exploring North Yorkshire.

A beautifully presented and well equipped property.

Furnished to a very high standard including the beds which were lovely and comfy. Everything was extremely clean and in good working order. It is situated in a tranquil location with no noise except the wildlife which is lovely to hear. The only slight criticism would be the downstairs wet room which doesn’t quite fit in with the rest of the property. However this was not a problem for us and we would definitely recommend to friends and family.

Beautiful, comfortable and spacious property in a very peaceful position.

Ideally situated for visiting many of North Yorkshire's towns and attractions. I would recommend this to friends and family, however, what wasn't mentioned in the property description, is the fact that every room downstairs has 1 or 2 steps in and out which might not suit those with mobility issues.

Cottage is amazing, nice, clean and comfortable.

Shower and toilet downstairs is an added bonus. Welcome treats, including biscuits, fresh eggs and bottle of Prosecco were an added bonus and appreciated. Great location to plenty of walks and activities. Will definitely look to return

A beautiful cottage very well equipped.

The beds are very comfortable with nice white crisp bedding. There were nice little treats left for us which were very much appreciated. There are lots to see in the area and we were very lucky with the weather and were able to get use from the garden furniture. Would highly recommend.

Stayed at Woodside barn end of April 2026, (we had stayed in the Old Dairy six weeks previously) lovely conversion into a holiday let.

Nice touch by owners of a welcome pack of bottle of Prosecco, eggs and cookies. A booklet on the dining table giving information about the barn is useful. The barn is on several levels with steps leading into the various ground floor rooms something not mentioned in the description of the property, could prove an issue for guests with mobility issues. The bed linen and towels were of very good quality, plenty of equipment in the kitchen however the oven trays were coated in burnt on grease as well as the bottom of the oven, which we cleaned. Why don’t guests line the trays with foil this would prevent this happening. The TVs in both bedrooms did not work, a message on screen said the ariel was not connected. The bathrooms are in need of updating, as is the paintwork on the walls. Overall we had a good break. We have already booked the Old Dairy for June 2027 and are looking forward to our stay.

The home was exactly what we needed - cosy yet spacious, very clean and some lovely welcoming touches.

This is a very comfortable property, well equipped and with high quality bed linen and towels.

We had travelled up from Hampshire for a family funeral and booked Woodside Barn so that we could extend our stay and revisit places of interest - of which there are many. The time simply wasn't long enough and we'd really like to return one day. We felt at home straight away. Thank you for the lovely welcome pack and the beautiful Christmas tree and decorations.

What a gorgeous, cosy, and elegant place to stay!

We loved it from the moment we stepped through the door. Well equipped, nice touches, everything we needed for a wonderful stay.

Great location , which allowed us to travel to the coast and harrogate

A lovely comfortable stay in a beautiful area.

The bathrooms could do with an update but the rest of the cottage was lovely. The welcoming touches were a lovely touch. Would definitely return.

Lovely place, and beautiful surroundings.

Would definitely return to this accomodation

We had a really wonderful stay.

Woodside Barn was beautiful - and the welcome gifts were a really kind touch. Plus, there's loads to do in the area for both adults and kids. We had a brilliant week and would happily return!

Woodside barn was wonderful .

. clean & very welcoming ..fresh flowers on the table & a welcome pack of wine & biscuits was a lovely touch. The setting was spectacular & easy access to surrounding places to visit . The owners..Natasha & Will were very friendly & helpful. We would not hesitate to visit again .

This was our second stay at this property and it was just as lovely as the first.

The property is spacious and comfortable, especially the super king size bed. We had a glorious week weather wise which just added to our stay. We would recommend this property to anyone wanting a holiday in this area.

The property fully met our expectations and contributed to the enjoyment of our stay.

There was a minor problem with the heating but the issue was dealt with promptly and effectively by Natasha & Will and did not detract from our holiday. The Barn is a great location for a variety of local walks and proved a good base for exploring the wider area too.

Comfortable cottage in a peaceful location.

Very warm and cosy. Great base for exploring the area. We hope to return one day.

What a beautiful cottage in a beautiful setting.

Woodside barn had everything that we needed and more. It was clean, comfortable and perfectly situated for exploring York and surrounding areas.

Lovely cottage with everything you need, great location, friendly owners.

We had a great stay. Thank you

Absolutely amazing stay!

From the moment we arrived, we were captivated by the beautiful decor and cozy atmosphere. The host was incredibly welcoming and made us feel right at home. The space itself was exceptionally comfortable and had everything we needed for a relaxing getaway. And getting to meet and feed Lily the horse was a delightful bonus! This is definitely a place we'll be returning to in the future. Highly recommended!

Absolutely gorgeous place.

Very comfortable. Lovely hosts, only gripe was some of the oven trays needed a good clean before we used them... but that's down to previous guests not the hosts. Perfect location for walks in the area around Gormire lake and sutton bank. We visited brimmam rocks, Fountains Abbey and whitby too. Would definately stay again if we were in the area. Thank you so much

We enjoyed our stay at the cottage, there are a few things that I think could make things even better.

The steps at the entry to the cottage are quite steep and on a slope, a handrail there would be really useful. One of our party actually fell off the steps at one point! There's a good selection of cutlery in the kitchen, although adding a set of kitchen tongs would be useful for cooking. It would be worth mentioning there is no shaver socket available in the cottage. We ended up buying a 2 pin adapter plug to charge toothbrushes/shavers. For the cost it would be good to have one in the cottage. The TV in the sitting room is a great size, however it seems to have a dark band across the top 1/3 of the screen. Not sure what's going on but I think it may be on it's way out. One final bit of feedback, the walls in the cottage are starting to look a bit run down. They are all quite badly marked in almost every room, a coat of paint would really smarten the place up.

Lovely rustic property in an idyllic setting.

The beds are comfortable and there is lots of space for a 3 bed property. Showers are ok but not as powerful as I would like. The kitchen is well equipped with both washing machine and dishwasher. There is both a tall fridge-freezer and an under the counter fridge giving lots of space for all the groceries. Overall a very nice property.

A real gem of a find.

The cottage is set in a beautiful and peaceful location - not too far from amenities but far enough that all you hear at night are the birds tweeting. The cottage was clean, tidy and just as described and had everything we needed. There was a small hiccup sourcing the correct wifi password on arrival - joining pack detail was incorrect (but this has now been updated) and the 2nd bedroom could do with a set of drawers but otherwise a very warm and welcoming haven to return to each day. Spring was glorious with the blossoms in the garden and I can only imagine how glorious Autumn must look. ps watch out for Lamb No 21 - sneaks under the field gate to gambol in the lane in the entry to the cottage - the little rascal.

We stayed for a week at Woodside barn and loved it, the house is beautiful and spacious (more then enough space for a family of 5) , stunning grounds and a great base for various walks and visits to quaint surrounding towns , would absolutely recommend and wouldn’t hesitate to book again

A fabulous property.

Spotlessly clean. Lovely large thick towels. Very well equipped including a washing machine and drier which were much appreciated when we came in muddy after walking legs of the Cleveland way. The cottage was lovely and warm so we did not use the wood burner but it was all set up ready. The little touches, fresh flowers, eggs, chilled prosecco were wonderful, I would thoroughly recommend this cottage.

This is a lovely holiday cottage.

The downstairs is large and the layout of the dining room, kitchen and living room are great for family/friend get togethers. The bedrooms are cosy and the beds are comfortable. The cottages are in a lovely quiet place and close to nice walks. Woodside Barn is next door to Gormire cottage and shares outdoor space with this cottage. Which might be an issue in the summer if you want complete privacy. Larger groups can book both cottages together.

So pleased we chose Woodside Cottage.

The cottage is absolutely beautiful; clean and cosy, with everything one could ever need. The place was immaculately clean when we arrived, with lovely fresh linens and towels. The property is spacious and so beautifully decorated - I will certainly be recommending it to friends wanting a cosy countryside escape! The fire is particularly lovely, as is the beautiful kitchen in which we cooked many a delicious meal with lovely local produce (a special thank you for the exceptional eggs left on arrival!). The location is totally perfect - right between the Moors and the Dales. We also enjoyed a great Sunday lunch at the Carpenter’s Arms. Thank you for a truly unforgettable holiday!

Had a wonderful time in this lovely cottage which is perfectly situated in the North Yorkshire Moors, close to places like York, Helmsley, Ripon, etc.

It was very spacious and so quiet, just what we needed for a relaxing holiday. The water pressure isn't great for the shower but there's not much the owners can do about that so it's just an FYI! Overall, the 4 of us had a great time and would definitely stay again.

Lovely cottage second time of staying there very central to york thirsk ect

Great place!

Beautiful, comfortable, great location, very clean, comfy beds, etc. Walking from the door up Sutton Bank was particularly good. 2 suggestions: have a blind in the small bedroom, as otherwise it's an early start in the summer (we improvised with a blanket), and check that the TV connects to the internet (despite the kind help from the owners when we were there, it could not be made to work).

Woodside Barn is a fabulous property for a relaxed stay in the Dales.

It has everything you need and more. The owner had put spring flowers, Easter eggs and fresh farm eggs for our arrival which was much appreciated. If anyone has mobility issues, the ground floor has steps between each room which can be difficult to see or negotiate if not vigilant. Otherwise no problems at all. The barn is appointed to a high standard and very clean.

Beautiful cottage , lots of thoughtful touches , highly recommended

We really enjoyed our stay in this quiet and cosy cottage.

It is very well equipped & we loved the log burner, perfect for Autumn weather. Situated in beautiful surroundings and not far to drive to York & Whitby. We would definitely return & would recommend. Thanks again to the owners.

We stayed in this cottage for 2 weeks and enjoyed the comfort and lovely scenery one of the loveliest holiday let's we have stayed in the whole place was perfect.

very central to thirsk 5 minutes up the road to sutton park and 40 mins to York. The only down side was finding it in the first place took us hour as instruction not very clear low cleave farm not sign posted.

Very comfortable and stunning location

Woodside Barn is fantastic -the house is beautiful and in a fabulous location.

There are lovely walks from the doorstep and nearby Sutton Bank was great for off road cycling.

Lovely well-equipped house with good facilities.

Beautiful bed linen and big fluffy towels. The small steps between ground floor rooms can catch you out until you get used to them! Lots to do in the area.

This was an outstanding, spacious property, with fantastic facilities, comfortable and high quality furnishings and fittings and in a great location.

There is so much to explore in the area and walks and bicycle rides from the door. The welcome sparkling wine was particularly appreciated to help celebrate our wedding anniversary. All we can say is thank you very much for sharing your property with us and helping us have such a great break.

I don't want to tell anybody else about the house.

...it's MY FIND! Off the beaten track but central to lots of lovely Yorkshire towns worth a visit. A home from home.

Woodside Barn is a delightful holiday base - or a relaxing hideaway, if that is what you are looking for (but you aren't in total isolation, there are adjacent properties).

The location is very rural being in the midst of a farm estate. However, you are only 30 minutes drive from tourist hot spots - lots of heritage sites and good walking routes. The converted barn is quite modern but you need to be aware that there are quite a lot of steps within the building - so the partially sighted or just those who don't concentrate while wandering round the building need to be aware! Perhaps a few step edge colour changes would help. A lack of information regarding the heating system would have been helpful on very cold days (the heating is very good but it was set to operate at night). There were quite a lot of spiders webs too e.g. in window recesses and similar corners -- these didn't cause any problem for us but some users may well be concerned.

A lovely holiday in a fantastic setting.

Beautiful accommodation. The drive/ walk up the lane takes you past sheep, horses and alpacas with stunning views across the landscape. Very helpful owners on hand if needed. Lots to do in the local area. Can’t wait to go back!

Lovely property in an excellent location.

Great local walks and easy access to many places of interest.

Just spent a fabulous week exploring Yorkshire.

Woodside barn was perfect as a base for us, providing a cosy, homely welcome. Natasha was on hand in case we had any questions. The barn was very comfortably furnished with good quality bed linen and towels commensurate with those you find in better hotels. The surrounding countryside was beautiful and we enjoyed walking down the drive and across the fields to meet the animals with our grandson. I would thoroughly recommend staying here.

Location good for touring North Yorkshire.

Limited views from the property due to large modern barn. Property was a high standard overall and well equipped however both bathrooms disappointing, upstairs shower only a trickle, downstairs was functioning but limited flow, (plumber arranged for the day we left) both bathrooms had water marks around the walls and downstairs had a strong smell of wet plaster. Curtains/blinds at the main door would be beneficial to prevent neighbours looking in.

Accommodation was immaculate, comfortable, decorated to a high standard and cosy.

Natasha couldn’t do enough for us. Hoping to visit again soon.

Had a great week in this fab barn conversion- great location for exploring North Yorkshire.

Will definitely be looking to come back

This is a really lovely property in a gorgeous setting.

The property is very well equipped (apart from perhaps a shortage of cups/mugs to allow for dishwashing). It was scrupulously clean with face masks and sanitiser provided. The beds and furniture are very comfortable and the log burner an added bonus. We have a small dog and the enclosed garden was great. However, the property now doesn’t accept pets as the garden is to be shared with the neighbouring property, which limits its attraction somewhat. If you don’t mind this, the property is very desirable.

A really tastefully furnished cottage with all amenities you could wish for.

There were candles throughout should you wish to create an even more cosy atmosphere. Situated within easy reach of Thirsk, Sutton Bank and beautiful walks. We drove to the coast (1hr) and to the Dales (also 1hr) on a few days so it really allows the best of both worlds. A little disappointed that after booking we were told that the garden would become shared as we wouldn't have booked this cottage had we known, but thankfully we only had neighbours for half our stay so had it to ourselves for some of the time. The second bathroom was really a cloakroom with a shower in so a little misleading, and the balcony from the bedroom was more of an external stairway down to the ground level outside. Slightly better signposting from the main road or written instructions may be of benefit but we only went wrong once! Overall one of the best kept cottages we have stayed in and I would recommend it to anyone.

Woodside barn, warm, cosy, had all that was required for our stay, off road parking, extremely quiet due to location situated a long way from any road at the top of a very long private drive.

Plenty of room for four adults and two dogs. Owner was very helpful with a minor problem we had during the stay, rectified within a couple of hours. This cottage is ideally situated for all local attraction with walks from the cottage. We would use the cottage again however it is no longer dog friendly and we travel with two small dogs.

Such a lovely time at Woodside Barn where the owners had taken care to think of every detail for a comfortable and covid-safe stay.

The place was decorated to a really high standard, well-equipped with new appliances; spotless, with extra thoughtful touches such as disposable masks provided. Situated in beautiful and peaceful countryside, we had a relaxing break and would love to return.

The 'neighbour' in the adjoining cottage was friendly and quite helpful, but, she did not adhere to social distancing and told us we were 'fine' as she already had Corona virus, so she thought that was acceptable to come and stand a very close distance to us when speaking!

She also had a dog which was constantly around our space, but as we have a dog this wasn't really an issue, yet it could of been if the dogs didn't get along, or we did not have a dog. The shared garden area was constantly filled with the other dogs excrement which was very off putting as the weather was very warm and flies were everywhere! We felt we could not allow our dog to use the shared grass area because of this reason. This is not a good place to stay if you want peace and quiet and a relaxing time in privacy. A very disappointing stay in all honesty.

We first booked for May and Sykes site said enclosed garden with views (no views apart from a large barn), when we got there we found it a shared garden.

Checked the site to find, shared garden had been added. We would not have booked this site if it had stated this when first booked, also when we checked this it also said no dogs. Half mile from house to empty bins - grease on wall behind cooker - no blinds in kitchen looking straight into next door - boot room was a utility room with no boot storage or heater to dry wet gear - wet room was a loo with a shower and a hole in the plastic cladding in the shower partly used loo roll - up stairs loo again partly used, no extra loo rolls provided, no loo roll holder bath looked as though it was not cleaned and mould around bath - walls up the stairs grubby from hand marks - no hoover just a hand brush and a wet mop and bucket - no instructions for TV remote and the TV pixelling on most channels Thirsk and the area to visit is excellent, will be going back to this area, will we use Sykes!

The location was very quiet and peaceful.

Outdoor seating available. Cottage was stunning with every amenity that you could think of. Beds so comfortable and consideration has been taken so you are not overlooked by neighbours Great out door space for dogs to be safe in small enclosed area. Cottage was spotless with additional safe guarding measures considered with Covid 19.

Very stylish cottage in a very peaceful location.

Kitchen was well equipped with lots of cleaning products and the extras of flowers and wine was a lovely touch. Overall the property was clean, lovely fluffy towers and fresh bedding. Just a bit dusty in places.No negatives as such but just would recommend a recycling bin in the property and also another pillow on the single bed. Thanks for a fabulous stay!

Was a beautiful property and owner could not have been more helpful

The setting was beautiful & very well placed for visiting the Moors, the coast & lovely market towns & villages in the area.

It was also only half an hour's drive from York. We loved the cottage; it was clean, homely & really comfortable & furnished to a high spec for holiday accommodation. We were welcomed with some nice touches; fresh flowers, a bottle of Prosecco & a jar full of chocolate tea cakes. The owner messaged us through the week to check that all was well & to ask if we were warm enough or needed anything. It was a really lovely post- Christmas break & we'd definitely recommend it.

One of the best places we have ever stayed - exactly what we were looking for, for our family gathering.

The cottage is cosy, comfortable, spotlessly clean and in a lovely location. The kitchen is very well equipped and great for a celebratory meal. The helpful owners did everything to make sure our stay was perfect, including a Christmas tree and decorations, and many thoughtful extras. Highly recommended.

The cottage was exactly as advertised - great location, exceptional standards and really helpful/friendly hosts just a text away if you need more logs for the fire, local advice, etc.

Check in is 3pm, but we were able to get in by 1pm and enjoy the best of the day there. Really good (dog friendly) village pub c. 1.6Km away - an easy 20 min walk. Many really good walks to be had (if that's your thing - I certainly enjoyed them!) right on the doorstep. Superb cottage, would highly recommend. Only one minor point - the website directions are a bit misleading - might want to state to TAKE the first road to the right, not ignore it! Easy to find other than that, and would absolutely recommend!

This is a beautiful cottage.

. with all the facilities you need to make it a home from home... it's a lovely walk down to the local pub 1 mile away fairly flat walk there and back no busy roads.. the garden is lovely but not fully secure for dogs. The area is great.. 10 mins in car to a Tesco or llidl depending on your preference. Ample parking.. all in all for my daughter's birthday weekend we had a great time.. would definitely go back.