The Dovecote is located in Birstwith, just 5.7 miles from Royal Hall Theatre and 5.8 miles from Harrogate International Centre. Featuring free private parking, the 4-star vacation home is 5.3 miles from Ripley Castle. Roundhay Park is 20 miles from the vacation home and 02 Academy is 21 miles away. The vacation home features 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and kitchenware, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms. Towels and bed linen are offered in the vacation home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Lightwater Valley Theme Park is 17 miles from The Dovecote, while First Direct Arena is 20 miles from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 14 miles away.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 king bed
Bedroom 2:
2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
10
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
10
Location
9.8
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Debbie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    great welcome pack - lovely cosy cottage - remote - spacious - free wifi - heating - well kitted kitchen - 2 bathrooms - easy access - free parking
  • Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everything. It was amazing. Very comfortable. A home from home. We were able to enjoy the entire estate. Lovely welcome pack too. Can’t fault it and we will be going back.
  • Leonda
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location, lovely welcome hamper with eggs, butter, jam,croissants and a bottle of Prosecco. Beautifully clean and everything you need while you’re away even down to a Nespresso coffee machine.

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Company review score: 9.2Based on 43,221 reviews from 15199 properties
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Cottages-com is the UK’s leading provider of holiday cottages and luxury homes and offers more than 22,000 places to stay in the UK. From coastal retreats to country castles, the brand is home to a number of unique, inspiring collections, verified by our experts, and helps over 1.45 million guests and more than 163,000 pets find their perfect break every year. Cottages-com is part of the Awaze group – Europe’s leading managed vacation rentals and holiday resorts business

Property info

The laundry facilities are shared. The water is from a spring, well or borehole, and not a mains supply. Small dog/s only allowed. There is open water in the property grounds. This 19th-century converted barn, within the beautiful gardens of Birstwith Hall Estate, offers peace and relaxation and is well-situated for visits to numerous tourist attractions.. 3 steps to entrance. Ground Floor: Open plan living space. Living area: 42" Freeview TV, DVD Player, Electric Fire Dining area. Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet First Floor: Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Highchair. Payphone. Welcome pack. External laundry room: With freezer and washing machine (shared with house keeper).. 4-acre landscaped grounds with small patio and garden furniture. Bike store. Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking. Please note: There is an unfenced stream and pond in the grounds.. The Dovecote is an attractive converted 19th-century barn on the Birstwith Hall Estate and is surrounded by 4 acres of beautiful gardens in a secluded Yorkshire Dale, yet only a 10-minute drive from Harrogate. The ground floor main living area is open plan incorporating the kitchen, dining and living area with views across the gardens through mullioned windows. The well-appointed kitchen has all the modern facilities you would expect in a holiday home. The sitting room with its deep settees and large Freeview TV is perfect for relaxing while the chef in the family prepares delicious home cooked meals. There is also a shower room on the ground floor. Upstairs there is a twin and a kingsized double bedroom. Both rooms are furnished to a very good standard with excellent quality bed linen. The main bathroom has a shower over the bath. The gardens

Languages Spoken

Danish,German,English,Spanish,French,Croatian,Italian,Dutch,Norwegian,Polish,Swedish

Area info

Amenities of The Dovecote
Great facilities! Review score, 10

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not possible).
  • Parking garage
Internet
No internet access available.
Kitchen
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
Bedroom
  • Linens
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Shower
Media & Technology
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Private entrance
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Outdoors
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden
Miscellaneous
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
Languages Spoken
  • Danish
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Croatian
  • Italian
  • Dutch
  • Norwegian
  • Polish
  • Swedish

House rules
The Dovecote takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 16:00 to 23:59
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 00:01 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this reservation. Pay for any extras during your stay using Visa and Mastercard.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Dovecote of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Please note that the full amount of the reservation is due before arrival. Cottages.com will send a confirmation with detailed payment information. After full payment is taken, the property's details, including the address and where to pick up the keys, will be sent to you by email.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

FAQs about The Dovecote

  • The Dovecote is 0.8 miles from the center of Birstwith. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at The Dovecote is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • The prices at The Dovecote may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • The Dovecote has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 2 bedrooms

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  • Yes, The Dovecote is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The Dovecote can accommodate this group size:

    • 4 guests

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  • The Dovecote offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):