A detached character cottage with an open fire, overlooking Rievaulx Abbey.

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A stone house with a tiled roof, a small porch, and a stone wall in front.
A traditional living room with a fireplace, a television, and a patterned rug.
A neatly made bed with white linens and patterned pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with floral curtains.
A dining area with a wooden table set for four, surrounded by wooden chairs with woven seats. A black leather sofa is positioned to the left, and a fireplace is visible in the background.
A stone building with a sloped roof, surrounded by a gravel path and a flower bed with pink and white flowers.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Onsite parking available
    Convenient and secure on-site parking, a rare amenity in the area.
  • Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
    Guests like the location for the scenic views.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to North York Moors National Park

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer/dryer
  • Off-street parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Garden

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Rievaulx, near Helmsley
  • Place, North York Moors National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Rievaulx Abbey
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Rievaulx Terrace & Temples
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)
    ‪68 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Bedroom

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

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About the area

York

York is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at North York Moors National Park and Howardian Hills, while Helmsley Arts Centre and National Trust Nunnington Hall are cultural highlights. Thirsk Leisure Centre and Yorkshire Lavender are also worth visiting.
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Rievaulx, near Helmsley

What's nearby

  • North York Moors National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Rievaulx Abbey - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Rievaulx Terrace & Temples - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • York Minster - 56 min drive - 52.4 km
  • Shambles - 57 min drive - 52.7 km

Getting around

  • Thirsk Station - 26 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Byland Abbey Inn - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Feathers Hotel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mannion & Co - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Black Swan - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪The Fairfax Arms - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A detached character cottage with an open fire, overlooking Rievaulx Abbey. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at A detached character cottage with an open fire, overlooking Rievaulx Abbey.?

As of 28 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A detached character cottage with an open fire, overlooking Rievaulx Abbey. on 31 Oct 2026 start from £687, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at A detached character cottage with an open fire, overlooking Rievaulx Abbey.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A detached character cottage with an open fire, overlooking Rievaulx Abbey.?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at A detached character cottage with an open fire, overlooking Rievaulx Abbey.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A detached character cottage with an open fire, overlooking Rievaulx Abbey. located?

Situated in York, this cottage is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Rievaulx Abbey and within 3 miles (5 km) of Helmsley Castle and North York Moors National Park. Cleveland Way and Hemsley Walled Garden are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

8/10 Good

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Enjoyed the cottage /location will book again
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

This is a beautiful cottage set in the quiet village of Rievaulx with its amazing abbey.

This is a beautiful cottage set in the quiet village of Rievaulx with its amazing abbey. We enjoyed relaxing in the lovely private garden and walking our two dogs in the expansive farmlands beyond the gate. Expeditions to the nearby market town of Helmsley uncovered a castle and incredible walled gardens, the great bird of prey centre, as well as an excellent butchers, grocers, and other independent vendors.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

The only shortcoming is only one bathroom.

The only shortcoming is only one bathroom.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

A really nice cottage in a beautiful area.

A really nice cottage in a beautiful area. Very clean and welcoming on arrival, with comfortable beds and furnishings. Pint of milk provided in fridge on arrival. Garden ideal for dogs (although not recommended for adventurous escapee dogs as the walls are low and could easily be jumped over). Lovely walks through farmland from the door, bear in mind dogs need to be kept on leads due to livestock in fields. The one slight negative for us, that was not evident in the listing pictures, is that there is another cottage (a private home) very close to Mill Cottage. You need to drive/walk across the neighbour’s house/front garden to access Mill Cottage. On arrival we were a little disconcerted as there was some sort of outdoor gathering with loud music and children running about directly in front of the Mill Cottage gate. Blissfully quiet for the rest of the week however, although we did have to relocate an Amazon delivery left in our porch on one day and found our recycling bin had been added to after returning from a day out. So possibly not an option for anyone expecting total peace and seclusion. Still a gorgeous setting though and the outlook from the front of Mill Cottage is beautiful.Overall though, a lovely cottage and I would recommend.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage and village

Hidden away in a small valley, Rievaulx is a tiny village with old thatched cottages and a 900 year old abbey ruins. There's no noise, no light pollution, clean air and fantastic views...and not many people. What's not to like 🙂. The cottage is nice and cosy. A great base for lots of Yorkshire activities too.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019
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