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Living room/dining room | Mill Cottage, Rievaulx near Helmsley
Living room/dining room | Mill Cottage, Rievaulx near Helmsley
Dining Area | Mill Cottage, Rievaulx near Helmsley
Kitchen | Mill Cottage, Rievaulx near Helmsley
Double bedroom | Mill Cottage, Rievaulx near Helmsley

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Bedroom

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

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

A detached character cottage with an open fire, overlooking Rievaulx Abbey.. 1 step to entrance.

Ground Floor:

Living/dining room: Sky, DVD Player, Open Fire

Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washer Dryer

Bathroom: Bath With Shower Attachment, Toilet

First Floor:

Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed

Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds

Bedroom 3: Single (3ft) Bed. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels, Wi-Fi and logs for open fire included. Travel cot and highchair available on request.. Lawned garden with garden furniture. Livery available on request. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. With stunning views towards the magnificent ruins of Rievaulx Abbey this 18th century detached cottage sits in a quiet corner of the North York Moors National Park. Mill Cottage has lots of charm with beamed ceilings, open fire and a south facing garden. Rievaulx Abbey has a tearoom with some excellent eating places and shops at Helmsley just a five minute drive away. Pickering, home to the Steam Preservation Railway, the city of York and Whitby, Scarborough and Filey are within easy driving distance. Shop, pub and restaurant 2½ miles.

Mill Cottage can be booked together with Swiss Cottage (UK2450) and Mill House (UK2088) to accommodate up to 14 guests.



There is limited internet signal and/or mobile reception at the property.

Suitable for up to 2 pets

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

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. Yorkshire Lavender and The Dutch House 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 - 46 min drive - 58.0 km
  • Shambles - 46 min drive - 58.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Feathers Hotel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Byland Abbey Inn - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Fairfax Arms - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Auntie Anne's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Feathers Beer Garden - ‬5 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 10 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A detached character cottage with an open fire, overlooking Rievaulx Abbey. on 30 May 2026 start from AU$218, 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

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8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

8/10 Good

David Gray

E

Enjoyed the cottage /location will book again
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick Browning

The only shortcoming is only one bathroom.

The only shortcoming is only one bathroom.
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

8/10 Good

Fiona RIdgway

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.
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10/10 Excellent

A May

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.

8/10 Good

Mark D., UK

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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