The Granary, Thirsk

This has to be a benchmark for the quintessential relax and unwind holiday.. The granary has all the mod cons you need to make it a home from home for the stay, the local attractions are all interesting and fun. I cannot say more than on the first night of our stay we were already looking for a week to book next year.

The facilities were excellent, the location was great for exploring North Yorkshire and the coast and the owners very friendly. Will definitely book this cottage again.

The property was easy to find and well located close to Thirsk, the National Park and other attractions such as Fountains Abbey & Bolton Castle. The owners were extremely helpful and provided lots of tourist information in the cottage. We would be more than happy to stay in the cottage again and we have no hesitation in recommending this property.

A lovely property set in beautiful surroundings, run by friendly accommodating hosts.

The Granary was so incredibly comfortable. The couches were perfect for relaxing at the end of the day; the courtyard tables were perfect for an early morning coffee in the sun, or a late afternoon glass of wine with a book. Our kids loved the alpacas, piglets, sheep, chickens and cows. The 8:30am feeding was the highlight of the holiday for the kids! Very convenient location and already recommended to friends and colleagues.

The Granary was much more than we expected. It's a gem. The owners were very helpful. All items in the description were available. Couldn't be happier.

The Granary is excellently appointed and handy to all that the area has to offer. It was our second visit and although late October rather than the summer of our first visit, The Granary was warm and welcoming.

The Granary is a home from home, one of the best cottages I've stayed in and I will definitely be returning. Would definitely recommend this cottage to anybody.

Excellent accommodating owners and very friendly,plenty of room,well fitted out. Could not fault area or position for visiting,close to many places in Yorkshire. Would give them 10 out of 10.

This practical yet stylish cottage far exceeded our expectations. The welcome, friendliness and helpfulness of the owners enhanced the experience. The courtyard seating and access to the barbecue added to our enjoyment of the outdoors. The central location gave good access to the moors, the coast and the dales.

The Granary is one of the nicest, most comfortable locations I have stayed in. The Cottage was warm and spacious, the kitchen was very well equipped and the bathrooms were very clean and modern. I can't recommend it highly enough.

The Granary was in an excellent location for both the dales and the moors. We found it to be quiet and peaceful despite it being on a working farm. The owners were wonderful hosts. The alpacas, chickens, friendly dog and cat made for a very homely, comfortable stay.

First class property in an ideal location. The Whitestonecliffe Arms is a brisk 10 minute walk & serves great food, no need to cook. The owners & their family are so friendly & welcoming. The Granary is spacious, light & airy with beautiful simple furnishing. The beds are really comfy. The eco heating system is warm & keeps the property cosy. Would have loved to have returned next month, but they are full.

This property is one of the best that we have ever been to. The owners are helpful, friendly and have made the property a real home from home, it has everything you could want, let alone need. The surrounding area is all you could ask for, great local towns and fabulous countryside. All in all, one of the best places we have been, we would strongly recommend this area and this property.

Wow, what a beautiful cottage in a fantastic area of the Yorkshire Dales! We chose this cottage as it had a downstairs bedroom and bathroom for my sister who is disabled. We loved this home away from home. So comfortable and had everything we needed. Victoria and Ed were great hosts and nothing was too much trouble. Highly recommend a stay in any of the cottages at Water Hall Farm.

An ideal location for visiting various parts of the county. The Granary was exceptionally well equipped and comfortable.

It really was spotlessly clean and beautifully furnished. It was a real pleasure to come back to the Granary after a hard day's sightseeing. The owner was very friendly and helpful.

Great location, lovely setting. The property was superb. The owners were very friendly, helpful and welcoming and their dog and cat gave us a lovely welcome too. There are lots of attractions and places to visit and the location made a good base. We made it to York, Whitby, Pickering and Helmsley to name a few places. We had a fab time!!

This was a most stunning property, everything was first class. It is well worth recommending - I will do this. The owners were lovely people, nothing was too much trouble for them!

In every way this cottage is first class! Excellent fixtures and fittings and a most comfortable place to stay. A wonderful location with so many things to see and do within easy reach! Add to this the most friendly and helpful hosts and it really adds up to the perfect holiday.

The accommodation and its location were great for our needs. The owners made us feel very welcome and were readily available to help with any problems.

Beautiful accommodation - tastefully decorated and spotless. The owners were extremely friendly and helpful. The farm was a great place to stay - we loved the cat, dog and alpacas. The area offered so much to see and do. It was one of the most enjoyable holidays we have ever had - thank you.

Everything was perfect.

The owners have created a wonderful cottage in The Granary. We have been so impressed with everything and it is certainly of a very high standard. Thank you!

A wonderful cottage. Lovely hosts. The cottage was really cosy, sofas were really comfortable, and the kitchen well stocked. Overall a great place to stay.

A beautifully converted Granary. Hosts exceptionally friendly and helpful. Situation ideal for our needs, and would certainly recommend.

Outstanding accommodation, the best we have had. Absolutely no complaints.

The owners were very welcoming and friendly. The property had everything we needed plus more. The little extras were a lovely touch - a full bottle of milk and lovely box of gourmet biscuits. It was peaceful and relaxing and the cottage was very well appointed and clean. It was great being on an Alpaca Farm and being able to go and pet them and the village was gorgeous.

Exceptional accommodation. We could not fault the holiday at all. The apartment was of the highest standard, no complaints whatsoever. You really must visit.

The cottage was brand new; set within the backdrop of the working farmyard. As such the accommodation blended both modern facilities and comfortable 'home from home' surroundings within a truly relaxing farmyard setting. Should you need a friendly local guide or if things go wrong, the owners being on site help maintain the relaxing atmosphere, which was a marvellous benefit. I will certainly be coming back. The children thought it was awsome too, which was a tick in all boxes for us.

The peace and tranquility of the setting. Accommodation was well stocked and very comfortably furnished. The owners were welcoming, the dog was friendly and the alpacas were lovely!