Blakey View Cottage

Reviewed by Bernard 24th March 2023

Jo, was very helpful and friendly, the cottage was very clean and comfortable and in an ideal place, close to some good walks for the hound and near enough to the coast , for beach walks. We enjoyed the views from the cottage greatly.

Reviewed by Mairi 20th March 2023

Perfect location. Friendly hosts. Everything you need is provided. Highly recommend. Such a beautiful cottage. Outdoor space is perfect for dogs.

Reviewed by Jacqueline 17th March 2023

The cottage is spotless the spiral staircase could be challenging you definitely need something on your feet as it a bit uncomfortable, our dog eventually master them but was a bit nervous the only thing I'd say it lacks is a mirror downstairs the garden is perfect for sitting out safe for your dog

Reviewed by Antony 10th March 2023

Thoroughly recommend this cottage,very comfy bed..Loved the spiral staircase,big comfy sofa..

Reviewed by Heather 13th February 2023

What a fantastic little cottage with everything we needed. Local coop came in very handy, as did all the village pubs nearby with excellent food. Absolutely loved the surrounding countryside and the short distance to the coast. Our 3 month old puppy made herself at home, loving the enclosed garden and making friends with the owners dog next door. TRead morehanks to Joe for wine and cake, a lovely welcome and so informative about the local area. Hide

Reviewed by Rob 10th February 2023

Great cottage and views. Good location with loads of walks nearby. Warm welcome from the hosts.

Reviewed by Hayley 23rd January 2023

Beautiful location, lovely cottage. Would revisit again!

Reviewed by George 13th January 2023

Really nice comfortable cottage. In pleasant surroundings ideal for our pet dog.

Reviewed by Trevor 29th December 2022

This is an idyllic comfy, cosy cottage looking right across the Moores, great for hiking straight from home. The log burner made it quite special especially mid winter, very warm. The bedroom is spacious & very comfy. We stayed over new year which is a premium time but very enjoyable. The village is very friendly & a great pub 5 minutes walk. GreatRead more place for dogs theyre welcome everywhere, our Labrador just loved it. Highly recommend staying here apart from when we want to go! Hide

Reviewed by Melvyn 9th December 2022

The Owners Joe n Mike are a very nice couple who understand all your needs and just cant do enough for you. The view from the patio is to die for with scenic walks around the Howe. Its a very quiet area especially at night with no disturbance whatsoever. The villages like Joe n Mike are really friendly with the local pub The Downe Arms serving goodRead more food and only about 150 yards away. I chose a winter holiday near Christmas and that was certainly what we got. We will return for sure. Hide

Reviewed by Alan 11th November 2022

This cottage is so good I was tempted not to review it in case it fills up for future stays! It is really nice, as described on the website and on a quiet lane so easy for early / late night walkies. The location is fabulous for moorland, beach or town walking with the dog and there are cafe's and pubs around where you are made to feel really welcoRead moreme. The garden and patio have great views and will come into their own in spring and summer. Really nice welcome from the owners. Hide

Reviewed by Phillip 5th November 2022

A lovely, compact cottage in a delightful location on a quiet road, with every facility needed for a refreshing break in the North Yorkshire Moors. The hosts were really helpful and knowledgeable about the local area. A well stocked convenience store and a great restaurant in the village, plus a bakery at neighbouring Danby provided a very handy suRead morepply of provisions and great quality food. We hope to visit again next year. Hide

Reviewed by Carole 28th October 2022

Lovely cosy cottage. Great shower, comfy bed, great internet....views were amazing...great walking area...totally perfect!...and a welcome bonus of brownies and prosecco.... we're definitely booking again!

Reviewed by Sean 21st October 2022

Greeted by Jo, so welcoming and friendly, chocolate brownies in the fridge along with a chilled bottle of Proseco. Lovely spotless accommodation, perfect base to explore the beauty of the surrounding area.

Reviewed by Hannah 17th October 2022

The cottage was absolutely perfect for our stay. It is set in a beautiful little village which has a coop and deli within walking distance. The garden was secure and great space for our Labrador. The cottage was lovely and cosy, and there are so many lovely dog walks on the door step. Wish we could have stayed for longer!

Reviewed by David 10th October 2022

Great cottage, wonderful view from the patio, friendly owners.

Reviewed by Kristina 7th October 2022

The most beautiful cottage in a beautiful location we loved every minute, already booking again for next year, cant wait to go back.

Reviewed by Linda 16th September 2022

We loved everything about our little cottage

Reviewed by Kay 9th September 2022

Lovely cottage, beautiful location,ideal base for all the tourist locations and excellent walking for our dog. Joe was so helpful, couldn't have asked for a better host. Everything we needed was there and cottage lovely and clean. Would definitely stay again Thank you again for a lovely week

Reviewed by Christine 2nd September 2022

We had a lovely week at Blakey View Cottage, so many lovely walks and visits to the coast. We were very comfortable and the cottage had everything we needed with lovely views out of the patio doors. Jo the owner lives next door and was extremely helpful.

Reviewed by Robert 26th August 2022

Excellent stay at Blakley View cottage, warm welcome on arrival from the owners with some good tips on the local area. Cottage was very clean, tidy & welcoming & has all you need for a week away. Fantastic views from wherever you look, & at night the dark sky status comes into it's own. Castleton itself is a peaceful village & the neighbouring villRead moreages of Danby & Ainthorpe are within easy walking distance, both with a good pub for food & drink Good base for exploring North Yorkshire Hide

Reviewed by Rob 14th August 2022

Lovely cottage in a beautiful setting.

Reviewed by Carys 5th August 2022

We thoroughly enjoyed our time at the cottage. The location was stunning - perfectly situated for dog walks, cycling and sightseeing. The owners gave us some useful tips for places to eat and our dog was welcomed wherever we ate! The setting was incredibly peaceful which gave us every opportunity to relax and recharge our batteries. Our dog sulked Read morefor two days after he got home! We will definitely be returning. Thank you! Hide

Reviewed by Graham 29th July 2022

An excellent location and a delightful cottage with breath taking views. The owners are welcoming and helpful.

Reviewed by Sean 22nd July 2022

Reviewed by Elizabeth 15th July 2022

The cottage was lovely and quiet with wonderful views

Reviewed by Patrick 1st July 2022

A delightful cottage in a good location and with a magnificent view from the patio.

Reviewed by David 24th June 2022

Lovely comfortable cottage, owners very friendly and helpful, beautiful location with lovely views.

Reviewed by Julie 17th June 2022

Great cottage perfectly equipped and very dog friendly. Easy walking fr9m cottage and aces to moors and coast. The fabulous outdoor space was perfect in the heatwave too!

Reviewed by Andy 10th June 2022

Fantastic location, lovely walking for dogs as well as just sitting on the veranda and looking down the valley.

Reviewed by Claire 6th June 2022

Wonderful cottage with helpful owners and everything needed for a peaceful break. The fantastic views from the outside terrace were the stand out feature. Would highly recommend staying here.

Reviewed by Julie 28th May 2022

Lovely cottage with an idealistic view of the Yorkshire countryside for a peaceful holiday. Lots of local walks and places to visit, an enclosed garden ideal for those with a dog. Lovely owners giving a warm welcome on arrival and helpful information to the local area. Log burner at night adds to a cosy stay, overall a lovely place .

Reviewed by Marjorie 20th May 2022

Blakey View is a beautifully furnished, very comfortable and well equipped cottage. It is surrounded by amazing views. Joe gave us a very warm welcome on our arrival and was very friendly and helpful throughout our stay.

Reviewed by Stephen 13th May 2022

Reviewed by Saul 25th March 2022

A great location for walking and exploring the area, comfortable accommodation and very welcoming hosts.

Reviewed by Angela 21st March 2022

Reviewed by GRAEME JOHN 14th March 2022

Amazing views, great hosts and amazing area! Will deffo be back

Reviewed by Laura 25th February 2022

Perfect little cottage with an outstanding view. Owners are lovely, friendly and went out of thier way to accommodate our 8 month old daughter with a high chair. Very kind welcome gifts of cake and prosecco which went down a treat. The cottage has everything you will need and has a very comfortable bed. The best bit was the amazing view that we nevRead moreer got tired of looking at. Only recommendation would be to take slippers for the stairs. Would definitely recommend. Perfect home from home. Hide

Reviewed by Stephen 13th February 2022

We had a fabulous few days here. So relaxing and the views are amazing. We lit the fir, poured the wine and chilled out with the dog. The spiral staircase was a challenge but we got there. So comfortable, everything you need and the owners are lovely.highly recommend and will be back again xx

Reviewed by Lesley 30th December 2021

We really enjoyed our stay cottage was very nice and of high standards beautiful views and owners very welcoming can't wait to visit again

Reviewed by Nicola 22nd December 2021

We have just returned from Blakey view cottage , we have had the best Christmas. What a beautiful cottage, Joe & Michael are fantastic they made us feel so welcome and told us all about the local area . The cottage is beautifully furnished , very clean and comfortable with everything you need for a lovely holiday. Lovely scenery to look at while haRead moreving your breakfast ,watching the horse and sheep & beautiful countryside. We cannot wait to return Hide

Reviewed by Reg 26th November 2021

A great place to stay, lovely location, walking from the doorstep. Local cafe in High St, it isonly open Fri, Sat, Sun in winter. Local pub good. Owners very friendly and helpful. My only gripe and it is small, was its a bit small if you have a dog as big as our German Shepherd.... Lol, had it been me and my wife, then great. Spiral staircase is grRead moreeat, though it upset our dog as she usually cones to wake us at about 6.30 and she couldn't climb the open back steps. Otherwise, great relaxing stay Hide

Reviewed by Gary 19th November 2021

Reviewed by Caroline 12th November 2021

Reviewed by Richard 5th November 2021

A little smaller, down stairs than ideal, but cosy. The "party wall" , in-way-of the bedroom was not as soundproof as it should be.

Reviewed by Anne 29th October 2021

Stunning location right in the Yorkshire moors yet on the edge of Castleton which has all you need, a Co op , pubs, cafes and a deli. You can walk out straight from the cottage onto the moors. The cottage is super, spotless and very well equipped,, ideal for us two and our small dog. Comfy bed and super shower. The owners who live next door are verRead morey friendly and accessible if needed and respect your privacy. We loved our stay and would thoroughly recommend this cottage. Hide

Reviewed by David 23rd October 2021

It was absolutely amazing place to go and we cannot wait to go back and Teddy my dog loved it too . Writing an article about it on www.poppys-pets.com with video. Highly recommended.

Reviewed by Michael 1st October 2021

A lovely property in great location. Small but all you need for 2 people. Spiral staircase very steep and could prove difficult for some. Very helpful, friendly owners. Village has great pub food, handy Co-op, lovely deli. Never tried tea room. Also excellent pubs short drive away. Walks from doorstep but coast only 20 minute drive. Dark sky for stRead morear gazers. Do visit Moors Centre and Ryedale Folk Museum in Hutton le Hole. Can walk all of coast in stages getting X4 bus back to where the car is. Hide

Reviewed by Chris 24th September 2021

The cottage was ideal for our relaxing week away in North Yorkshire. Well positioned to be able to access local towns and villages, i.e. Runswick Bay, Staithes, Helmsley, Pickering, along with jumping on the train at nearby Danby Station to go to Whitby. Jo and her family were lovely and made us feel very welcome. Would certainly recommend to otherRead more couples looking for a relaxing week away. Hide

Reviewed by Richard 18th September 2021

Delightful, cosy, comfortable and very well equipped cottage for two, with lovely owners, Joe and Michael. Great location looking down Danby Dale, surrounded by the Moors and with the coast only 20 minutes away. Local Co-op and Deli just 5 minutes walk, with bigger supermarkets in Gusiborough an easy 15 minutes drive. The patio was a real sun trap Read morefrom which to admire the view. With a bottle of fizz and a cake waiting for us - a lovely surprise to top it all off - our stay was just perfect! Hide

Reviewed by Keith 10th September 2021

Reviewed by Sally 3rd September 2021

Lovely Lovely place with all you could need for a long or short stay . Thanks so much to our fantastic hosts Jo and Michael. xx

Reviewed by Amanda 31st August 2021

Fantastic cottage, the location is great, the cottage is clean and well equipped with really comfortable and tasteful furnishings, it is a lovely place to just get away and relax. The owners couldn't have been more welcoming and helpful.I wouldn't hesitate to re book or recommend it.

Reviewed by Robert 20th August 2021

Ideal location for exploring the moors. Small, very comfortable and quiet with plenty of places to eat nearby. Lovely hosts. Be aware the spiral staircase is very steep.

Reviewed by Jon 13th August 2021

Fantastic cottage in beautiful location, we will be back !!

Reviewed by Graham 30th July 2021

The cottage was extremely clean and well equipped. The location was excellent with wonderful views- I can still picture the view from the back door. Joe was a brilliant host who made us very welcome and helped made our stay very special.

Reviewed by Ian 23rd July 2021

We thorughly enjoyed our stay at Blakey View it is well appointed, comfortable and with a fabulous view from the patio

Reviewed by juliet 9th July 2021

Same as above. Very well prepared and assessed to comply with covid regulations.

Reviewed by Sue 2nd July 2021

A very comfortable cottage in a wonderful location. We loved the views and it was lovely to be able to go on fantastic walks from the front door. Spotlessly clean and very welcoming.

Reviewed by Mark 11th June 2021

Gorgeous place with gorgeous views. People running it are great. We loved our stay.

Reviewed by Bernie 4th June 2021

A wonderful week at Blakey View Cottage. We ate every meal outside marvelling at the beautiful ever-changing view southwards down Danby Dale. The buttercups in Joes paddock rivalled Wordsworth daffodils in their splendour! The cottage was comfortable and perfect for two people and a rather large dog. Walks from the door in every direction and an enRead morejoyable trip to Runswick Bay only 20 minutes away. Castleton village was amazingly friendly as were Joe and Michael. Enjoyed the pub in Ainthorpe. Hide

Reviewed by Anne 28th May 2021

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this lovely cottage, one of the nicest we've ever stayed in, such a peaceful location. The view through the patio doors overlooking the dale was beautiful and the patio such a bonus. It was very well equipped and really clean and the owners so welcoming. Thank you.