Bousdale Cottage, GUISBOROUGH

Rated 5/50 by Sharon E on 1st January 2019

"Loved our stay in this pretty cottage... I didn't want to leave. Very well equipped, lovely owners and a great base for exploring Yorkshire. Highly recommended."

Rated 5/50 by Margaret B on 8th October 2015

"Lovely clean cottage in a quiet location.Very comfortable and ideal if you have a dog. Plenty of places to walk either direct from the cottage or a short car ride away. Another bonus are the empty beaches close by."

Rated 4/50 by Noranokes on 14th September 2015

"We booked this cottage because it had an enclosed garden and we were taking our dogs. However, the enclosed garden was the owner's garden (they have a dog and two cats) and I felt it was invading their privacy to use the garden so we only used the little patio outside the back door. That was very pretty and I will say we could walk the dogs around the rear of the property and that was very private down a track leading from the public right of way round the edge of the fields so not too much of a problem. The owners were very friendly and helpful and have renovated the cottage to a high standard. The real problem we had was that our dogs are used to being kept in the kitchen at night and, although we put their beds in the kitchen, if you wanted to go to the loo at night from either bedroom you had to walk through the kitchen which actually meant our dogs had free rein to run around all night because shutting them up was pointless!! They loved it but it did mean they kept coming into the bedrooms and, because the floors, very sensibly, are covered in washable timber lookalike flooring, lots of little noisy paddy paws tends to make for a disturbed night. Again, this was not too much of a problem because the owners kindly let them sleep on the furniture which I did cover so that the dogs would not damage anything. They were very miffed on being returned to the kitchen once we got home!! I realise this all seems like a whinge but it is not really, just something that needs to be pointed out if you want a peaceful night and do not need to shut your dogs up. We were a little disconcerted to find that the bathroom had no blind and although it only overlooked the private patio there is nothing to stop anyone from walking past and looking into the window. That might never happen but a little more privacy would be nice! Unfortunately, like most of this Summer, the weather was horrible and after two nights of putting on the heating we decided home would be more comfortable so left early but that is no reflection on the owners or the property. However, now we know the layout of the property, we would probably not return."

Rated 5/50 by Grumpy1964 on 14th May 2015

"It is hard to describe how good this cottage is, except to say we've already booked a return holiday later this year and it takes somewhere special to make us do that. We stayed with two dogs who were well catered for (and got on well with Snowy) and if one of the main reasons for looking at this cottage is that you want a dog-friendly cottage then this should feature at the top your shortlist. The walks in the nearby Bousdale Woods (even when the Yorkshire weather played true to form) were varied, interesting and excellent for tiring out our Border Collies. You can choose several routes from the doorstep. The cottage was clean (and easy to keep clean even when our dogs came in very muddy), well maintained and has probably one of the biggest and best DVD collections we've come across in a holiday rental. By the way if your dog rolls in something smelly in the woods (as one of ours did) Steve is happy to let you use the hosepipe next door. I think that taught him a lesson (the dog, that is, not Steve)!"

Rated 5/50 by Joanjgemma on 23rd August 2014

"lovely quiet area lots of walks in the forest dogs loved it .Cottage very clean and comfy courtyard enclosed very good for dogs lovely owners very helpful an ideal base to explore the area and coast thank you ruth and steve for letting us share your home"

Rated 5/50 by A FlipKey Verified Reviewer on 17th August 2014

"Lovely week, so peaceful and relaxing. Many different wild creatures in the garden. Buzzards overhead. Tranquil meals in the courtyard and easy strolls all around. Double bedroom a little small but as we only slept in it we found it adequate. Will certainly come again"

Rated 5/50 by A FlipKey Verified Reviewer on 7th August 2014

"We spent a very successful week here in the spring with our daughter, baby grandson and two border terriers. With excellent walks just outside the door and shopping only minutes away by car, it served our various needs well. The cottage is comfortable and the kitchen is well-equipped. The double bedroom is very small so don't take big cases or loads of clothes because there is very limited storage. However we were able to fit a dog cage in the lobby where our two dogs slept comfortably. We even entertained friends to lunch and the cottage coped well."

Rated 5/50 by A FlipKey Verified Reviewer on 12th December 2013

"We loved the cottage straight away, the location was ideal surrounded by nothing but woods and peacefulness. We visited the moors and also went down to the beach. Everything was within driving reach. The beautiful fire kept us warm when it was wet outside and the jacuzzi bath was brillant."

Rated 5/50 by PaulMCardiff on 7th August 2013

"My wife and I and my 84 year old mum stayed for week at the end of July. The cottage is gorgeous set in lovely gardens and just at the edge of Guisborough forest. The cottage had everything you could possibly need for an excellent self catering holiday. The beds were comfortable, the whirlpool bath was a luxury. Washing machine and dishwasher :0) Wifi internet provided and a Flat screen TV with USB port - Home from home. The Forest trails were of a range of difficulty to suit , bikers, walkers and families of all ages. The owners were really welcoming and helpful. Aside from the forest areas. there is a pub, The Voyager, within walking or very short drive distance which serves food. It had a different meal and drink deal most nights. Curry night was good and the staff were great. Guisborough is very near and has a range of shops, restaurants and large supermarket. The coastal resorts of Saltburn, Whitby and Robin's Hood Bay are within an easy drive away. Durham and it's Cathedral is about an hour way and ... Roseberry Topping and the moors and their fantastically picturesque villages are on your doorstep. A fantastic place for a short break or longer holiday."

Rated 5/50 by PaulMCardiff on 7th August 2013

"My wife and I and my 84 year old mum stayed for week at the end of July. The cottage is gorgeous set in lovely gardens and just at the edge of Guisborough forest. The cottage had everything you could possibly need for an excellent self catering holiday. The beds were comfortable, the whirlpool bath was a luxury. Washing machine and dishwasher :0) Wifi internet provided and a Flat screen TV with USB port - Home from home. The Forest trails were of a range of difficulty to suit , bikers, walkers and families of all ages. The owners were really welcoming and helpful. Aside from the forest areas. there is a pub, The Voyager, within walking or very short drive distance which serves food. It had a different meal and drink deal most nights. Curry night was good and the staff were great. Guisborough is very near and has a range of shops, restaurants and large supermarket. The coastal resorts of Saltburn, Whitby and Robin's Hood Bay are within an easy drive away. Durham and it's Cathedral is about an hour way and .... Roseberry Topping and the moors and their fantastically picturesque villages are on your doorstep. A fantastic place for a short break or longer holiday."