The Dovecote Barns are a five-star gold award winning luxury self-catering accommodation near York. Set at the edge of a rural village, the barns offer a beautiful peaceful bolt-hole to relax and unwind in. There is easy access to York via bus, park and ride, as well as major routes, allowing you to explore Yorkshires finest country estates and attractions.
What do you think makes a stay at The Dovecote Barns unique?
The Dovecote Barns offers either individual barn rental or exclusive use rental of the whole site (accommodating 22 guests in 11 ensuite bedrooms) which includes the group dining venue 'The Long Hall'. Optionally, for a wedding event, capacity of up to 56 day guests, 22 accommodated and a full catering and bar service at an additional cost to regular self catering rental of the site.
The Dovecote Barns is an environmental conversion of historic 18th century farm barns. Using only renewable energy you can enjoy year-round five-star comfort. Although equally suitable for couples, families and friends getting together, it is a popular venue for three generation family groups and girls weekends away, allowing group dining and socialising for up to 22 in the Long Hall sat around one table for fine dining.
Every one of the 11 bedrooms across the 4 barns is ensuite with either a bath/shower or wet room / shower room. On arrival there is a welcome basket of Yorkshire produce, homemade bread and choice of juices, wine or Prosecco for each barn.
There is a complimentary grocery unpacking service to allow you to settle straight into your stay and relax. Private chef, ready meals and catering facilities available.
Games room with pool table and darts board is available to all barns. Electric car charging on offer.
Can you suggest any activities or things to do while staying in the York area?
Guests are guaranteed a restful break in this quiet peaceful village. It is still a working arable farm and walks from the door will either bring you along the riverbank to the 17th century pub or through the fields to the wood where there is wild deer. The area is great for cycling to nearby pubs and restaurants, or you can catch the late night return bus from York city center if you fancy exploring its medieval streets, bars and restaurants. Easy access to the main link routes to all parts of Yorkshire allow you to fully explore from Coast to Dales all that the county has to offer.
Where can guests enjoy food and drink?
On booking, a list of nearby pubs and eateries as well as local attractions is supplied. These include York Marina to sit out by the river and watch the boats passing in the sunshine as well as offerings in both historic Cawood (seat of Cardinal Wolsey) and Riccall and Escrick. Italian, Gourmet Pubs and Thai are amongst those on offer locally. If guests do not want to venture out, home delivery shopping can be unpacked prior to their arrival and also homemade ready meals can be ordered. The barns are superbly equipped for fine dining, but there are a variety of catering options available including your own private chef and catering team.
What is the capacity for The Dovecote Barns?
There are four self contained Visit England five-star gold rated barns rented either individually or for exclusive use of the whole site. For exclusive use bookings, The Long Hall is included to allow all 22 guests to sit and fine done around one table. The Games Room with pool table and darts board is available to all.
The Irishman's Cottage - Sleeps 2 (mobility rated)
The Dovecote - Sleeps 4
The Hay Barn - Sleeps 6 / Dines 12
The Grand Barn - Sleeps 8 / Dines 10
The Sack Store optional bolt-on bedroom to one of the other barns - Sleeps 2
Every bedroom is en-suite and 6 of 11 bedrooms across the site can be either zip-linked super-kings or split into twin beds. This provides flexibility for couples, families and groups.
For exclusive use bookings, group dining and catering for 22 guests available in the Long Hall which is included in the rental. Otherwise for individual barns, group dining for up to 12 guests in the Hay Barn and 10 guests in the Grand Barn.
Plenty of off-road private parking is available.
The Irishman's Cottage, Dovecote and Hay Barn allows one well behaved dog to stay for a small additional charge.