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Moat Cottage, Newby Hall, sleeps 5+ - luxury cottage on Yorkshire country estate
Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and fireplace
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41076.4 sq ft
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Explore the area
Ripon, North Yorkshire
- Place, Newby Hall and Gardens18 min walk
- Place, Newby Hall Grounds4 min drive
- Place, Fountains Abbey13 min drive
- Airport, Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford)45 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Moat Cottage, Newby Hall, sleeps 5+ - luxury cottage on Yorkshire country estate
Givendale Cottages offer guests the ultimate rural escape in the heart of North Yorkshire, where guests can enjoy English countryside at its very best. Situated on the Newby Hall Estate www.newbyhall.org, nestled on the banks of the River Ure, guests can enjoy fishing, cycling, extensive walks through; woodland, parkland, open fields along the riverbank and around the sailing lake straight from the doorstep.
Moat Cottage is a stunning period cottage, which sits in a beautiful, elevated position overlooking the site of an ancient medieval moated fort (now a circular, water-filled moat) and Ripon Cathedral. The cottage is surrounded by fields and woodland with sweeping unspoilt views of the Yorkshire Dales and extensive walks. Moat Cottage has been recently renovated and refurbished offering luxury paired with cosy country charm. The interiors have been carefully put together blending antiques and traditional character with modern comfort and appliances. With a private, enclosed garden, furnished terrace and sensational views and dog-walks straight from the kitchen door, Moat Cottage offers the perfect country getaway.
• Bright open-plan living space with large reclaimed double sided log burner, antiques, dining table, cosy sitting area & Smart TV
• Fully equipped, modern kitchen with log burner, opening on to the garden terrace, with breakfast bar, coffee machine, dishwasher, washer/dryer and lovely views.
• Entrance Hall with large cloaks cupboard.
• 2 x sunny south facing bedrooms (super-king or twin setup to suit)
• Bathroom with washbasin, WC, bath and walk in shower
• Stunning countryside views
• Enclosed private garden
• Access to the walled garden orchard, paddock & riverside walks from the doorstep
• Dog friendly and equipped with all the essentials (WiFi, parking, heating, etc).
• Guests receive a welcome pack with fresh produce, free bike hire, and a 25 % discount to enter Newby Hall and Gardens.
With sweeping views across the Dales and Ripon Cathedral, Moat Cottage is a cosy retreat with versatile beds —perfect for couples, colleagues, families, or friends. (See adjoining cottage, Chantry Cottage to accommodate larger groups)
Moat Cottage is a stunning period cottage, which sits in a beautiful, elevated position overlooking the site of an ancient medieval moated fort (now a circular, water-filled moat) and Ripon Cathedral. The cottage is surrounded by fields and woodland with sweeping unspoilt views of the Yorkshire Dales and extensive walks. Moat Cottage has been recently renovated and refurbished offering luxury paired with cosy country charm. The interiors have been carefully put together blending antiques and traditional character with modern comfort and appliances. With a private, enclosed garden, furnished terrace and sensational views and dog-walks straight from the kitchen door, Moat Cottage offers the perfect country getaway.
• Bright open-plan living space with large reclaimed double sided log burner, antiques, dining table, cosy sitting area & Smart TV
• Fully equipped, modern kitchen with log burner, opening on to the garden terrace, with breakfast bar, coffee machine, dishwasher, washer/dryer and lovely views.
• Entrance Hall with large cloaks cupboard.
• 2 x sunny south facing bedrooms (super-king or twin setup to suit)
• Bathroom with washbasin, WC, bath and walk in shower
• Stunning countryside views
• Enclosed private garden
• Access to the walled garden orchard, paddock & riverside walks from the doorstep
• Dog friendly and equipped with all the essentials (WiFi, parking, heating, etc).
• Guests receive a welcome pack with fresh produce, free bike hire, and a 25 % discount to enter Newby Hall and Gardens.
With sweeping views across the Dales and Ripon Cathedral, Moat Cottage is a cosy retreat with versatile beds —perfect for couples, colleagues, families, or friends. (See adjoining cottage, Chantry Cottage to accommodate larger groups)
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
No more than two dogs, but we ask that the dogs st
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please could you put all rubbish in a black bin bag and put in the wheelie bins at the end of the drive.
Please could you make sure all the lights are turned off and the heaters are set as you found them.
Please could you make sure all the windows are closed, the doors both locked and keys left in the key boxes.
Thank you very much! We hope you have enjoyed your stay and we hope to see you again!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Ripon
Located in Ripon, this holiday home is on a lake. Newby Hall and Gardens and Studley Royal Park are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at North York Moors National Park and Staveley Nature Reserve. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Exercise Stadium or Yorkshire Event Centre.
Ripon, North Yorkshire
What's nearby
- Newby Hall and Gardens - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
- Newby Hall Grounds - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
- Ripon Cathedral - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
- Fountains Abbey - 13 min drive - 12.4 km
- Yorkshire Dales National Park - 30 min drive - 34.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 6 min drive
- The Water Rat - 6 min drive
- The Royal Oak - 8 min drive
- Caffè Nero - 7 min drive
- The Unicorn Hotel (Wetherspoon) - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Tom Robinson
Givendale Cottages are family-run, luxury country holiday cottages in the heart of North Yorkshire. Tom, Shanie, their four daughters, Polly, Tessa, Jemima and Tilly and their friendly spaniel, Billy, have lived at Great Givendale, an 18th-century farmhouse on the Newby Hall Estate, for over 12 years.
While guests are left in privacy to enjoy a tranquil, home-from-home stay, the whole family plays a part in delivering an unforgettable Yorkshire experience. Guests can also purchase a range of seasonal home produce from the Orchard Box, run by the Givendale Girls. This includes freshly laid eggs from our Light Sussex hens, homemade jam and homemade apple juice. The girls will also be helping Shanie develop the cut-flower patch, so guests can order bunches of flowers during the summer months.
A true labour of love, Shanie has poured her passion for interiors, art, gardens and hosting into every detail. Now training in garden design, she plans to bring her learning into the cottage gardens, with exciting plans for both the cottages and grounds in the months ahead.
While guests are left in privacy to enjoy a tranquil, home-from-home stay, the whole family plays a part in delivering an unforgettable Yorkshire experience. Guests can also purchase a range of seasonal home produce from the Orchard Box, run by the Givendale Girls. This includes freshly laid eggs from our Light Sussex hens, homemade jam and homemade apple juice. The girls will also be helping Shanie develop the cut-flower patch, so guests can order bunches of flowers during the summer months.
A true labour of love, Shanie has poured her passion for interiors, art, gardens and hosting into every detail. Now training in garden design, she plans to bring her learning into the cottage gardens, with exciting plans for both the cottages and grounds in the months ahead.
Why they chose this property
We are so very lucky to be positioned in such a beautiful spot on the Newby Hall estate with unspoilt, 360 degree views as far as the eye can see encompassing the Yorkshire Dales, the River Ure, Ripon cathedral, a water-filled medieval moat, farmland woodland and parkland and an abundance of wildlife. It is hard to believe when you are here that the cathedral city of Ripon is only 5 minutes away. We are also fortunate enough to be just 25 minutes from the spa town of Harrogate and just over 30 minutes away from the historic city of York and nearby to so many of Yorkshire's most loved attractions. We never take for granted the wonderful variety of walks we can enjoy from the doorstep with the river and sailing lake just a field away and Newby Hall's award winning house and gardens just a 20 minute walk or short cycle along the estate's coach road. We are also extremely lucky to have 2 good pubs within walking distance, but I must name the Black Lion in Skelton-on-Ure which has just re-opened its doors and really is an exceptional and very popular country pub with excellent food and superb atmosphere. Seeing so many returning guests we can see that others agree that Givendale is a very unique and special place.
What makes this property unique
The cottages, once workers’ cottages for Newby Hall, were renovated and refurbished in 2025. Historically, Givendale was an important farming community managed and established by the Weddell family, who owned Newby Hall in 1748. The cottages overlook the site of a medieval moated manor house, believed to have been home to the Nubie family, who owned the surrounding land, including Newby Hall’s park, in the 13th century. The setting is unarguably unique and we are building on that to create an unforgettable holiday experience for guests. We have put much thought into creating cosy, country cottage luxury interiors, we offer a generous welcome pack as well as the opportunity to buy fresh home / farm produce from the orchard box, we have a well stocked bike shed for guests to enjoy cycling around the estate, The cottages have fully furnished outdoor dining bbq terraces which enjoy breathtaking views. Guest also have the use of the walled garden with a view point and paddock for exercising dogs or children! We have exciting plans for the cottages and gardens moving forward.
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