Set in Great Ayton in the North Yorkshire region, Host & Stay - Waterlily Cottage features a patio. It is situated 8.8 km from Middlesbrough Cathedral and offers private check-in and check-out. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Flamingo Land Theme Park is 49 km away. The 2-bedroom holiday home comes with a living room with a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home. There is also a seating area and a fireplace. Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Great Ayton, like cycling and hiking. Guests can also relax in the garden. Redcar Racecourse is 20 km from Host & Stay - Waterlily Cottage, while Helmsley Castle is 35 km away. The nearest airport is Teesside International Airport, 24 km from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.7
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.2
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Jessica
    New Zealand New Zealand
    A cute wee house in the middle of a small English village.
  • Kathleen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Clean, comfortable, well equipped, good location and easy parking. Lovely to have milk in the fridge and toiletries in bathroom.
  • Sean
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A super base for exploring the moors and coast Well presented, comfy and clean and well equipped Lots of parking options directly by the cottage The village has plenty of shops, cafes and pubs and is not too busy Highly recommended
  • Josephine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely cottage in a great location - close to everything. Good kitchen with plenty of facilities. Easy parking close to the cottage and great pubs close by
  • Raymond
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The cottage was very clean and well furnished. Although small, especially the lounge, the hosts had made the best use of the space available. The kitchen was spacious. Easy walking distance to centre of village.
  • Jacqui
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely location near the centre of the town. Great breakfast at The Fuzzy Duck cafe just across the road.
  • Brad
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We had everything we needed. In the centre of the village too. Plenty of places to eat and drink.
  • Susan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Ideally situated for where we wanted to go. Clean tidy and had everything we needed.
  • Read
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Enjoyed all of it, the accommodation, the area, a very good weekend
  • Gordon
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    All communications from booking to leaving the premises were clear and easy to understand. Entry via key box is good. The cottage is in the centre of the village and near to all pubs, restaurants and facilities. The cottage is very well equipped...

Quality rating

This property is rated 4 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Managed by Host & Stay

Company review score: 8.3Based on 22,236 reviews from 855 properties
855 managed properties

Company information

We're a family run holiday accommodation business providing luxury holiday homes across the North of England. We pride ourselves on providing premium accommodation along with quick and efficient communication. We are always on hand to help with any questions or queries you may have, and our twenty first century approach will mean you always get complete flexibility when booking your stay. Whether you're staying with us for one night or two weeks, we know that you will enjoy the comfort and luxury that comes as standard at each of our Host & Stay properties.

Property information

With a traditional cosy cottage feel, the living room is the perfect place to retreat to after a day of exploring the local area. Relax on the comfy sofas or armchair and turn on the large TV which has easy access to services such as Netflix and Amazon Prime to enjoy a chilled night with your loved ones. Head to the kitchen diner and you’ll find a beautifully decorated space. Fully equipped for all self-catering stays, the kitchen features modern appliances such as a dishwasher, along with the expected amenities including an oven, microwave, fridge-freezer, toaster and kettle. From crockery and cutlery to teapots and tumblers, the cottage has everything you could need. Also sharing this space is the dining area which is the ideal spot for family meals and sociable gatherings with friends. Home to a comfortable king size bed with luxury white bed linen, you’ll certainly enjoy your sleep in the master bedroom at Waterlily Cottage. There is plenty of room for storage with hangers and bedside drawers that are accompanied by lamps. The bathroom is both comfortable and practical. With a bath for those nights when you want a bit of ‘me’ time and an overhead shower when you want to be out exploring, ultimate convenience is available here. The room is complete with a wash basin and WC, while towels are provided so you don’t need to worry about bringing your own. Host & Stay are committed to our owners that their homes are protected during guest bookings. For this reason, we require all our guests to transfer a Damage Deposit (refundable, subject to an administration charge) or, to purchase an Accidental Damage Waiver which will cover you for up to 500.00 of accidental damage during your stay.

Neighbourhood information

Great Ayton is a quiet countryside village just three miles from the market town of Stokesley, and nine miles from the bustling Middlesbrough. Perfect for walks and cycling, you’ll have access to beautiful North Yorkshire countryside and great links to neighbouring areas. There are local pubs and cafes just a short walk from the property where you can enjoy meals and drinks during your stay. Walkers will love the popular spots nearby such as Roseberry Topping which is a short 10 minute drive away. The views from the top of here are simply breathtaking on a clear day. We’d also recommend visiting the market town of Stokesley, located a few miles from the property. With local shops, restaurants and cafes, stunning countryside surrounding the area, Stokesley has plenty to keep you busy.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Host & Stay - Waterlily Cottage
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
Parking
No parking available.
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linen
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
Room Amenities
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoors
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Garden
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Private check-in/check-out
Miscellaneous
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • Carbon monoxide detector
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules
Host & Stay - Waterlily Cottage takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 16:00 to 22:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cards accepted at this property
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBMaestroDiscoverSoloUnionPay credit cardBankcard Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Host & Stay - Waterlily Cottage in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

FAQs about Host & Stay - Waterlily Cottage

  • Yes, Host & Stay - Waterlily Cottage is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Host & Stay - Waterlily Cottage offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Golf course (within 3 km)

  • Host & Stay - Waterlily Cottage can accommodate the following group size:

    • 4 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Host & Stay - Waterlily Cottage is 600 yards from the centre of Great Ayton. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Host & Stay - Waterlily Cottage has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 2 bedrooms

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Check-in at Host & Stay - Waterlily Cottage is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • The prices at Host & Stay - Waterlily Cottage may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.