Sleeps 10
5 Bedrooms
5 Bathrooms
No Pets
5 Star Rating
Markington is ideally situated for exploring all of Yorkshire’s splendid countryside. Lying between Harrogate and Ripon, this location is an ideal base to explore the Yorkshire Dales to the west and the North York Moors and Yorkshire Coast to the east.
The fascinating, historic cathedral cities of Ripon and York are close by, as are the great stately homes of Castle Howard and Harewood House, the Cisterclan abbeys of Fountains, Rievaulx and Jervaulx, and the castles of Middleham, Bolton and Richmond.
The village itself offers a small store and two pubs. Local attractions include Ripley Castle, Mother Shiptons Cave and the amazing rock formations of Brimham Rocks. You could explore Knaresborough Castle and Almscllffe Crag, or visit Pateley Bridge, home of England’s oldest sweet shop and the fascinating Nidderdale Museum.
Description
Cross the stone-paved courtyard to this impressive house where the steps lead into a beautiful entrance hall. You’ll be immediately drawn into a huge kitchen and dining room space, ideal for socialising and celebratory suppers, The kitchen is generously proportioned with plenty of space for more than one chef and can cope with the most demanding of feasts. The handcrafted kitchen is well-equipped with an American-style fridge/freezer, an electric range-style cooker, two electric ovens, a dishwasher and a microwave. Pull up a chair at the large dining cable after returning from nearby market towns armed with mouth-watering produce and whip up a fabulous lunch. After a long day walking in the fresh air, you have a choice of seating areas within the spacious lounge in which to relax. Stretch out on one of the comfy sofas or armchairs, with two wood burners as the focal point. The lounge is divided into two areas, both with matching interiors but suited for different age groups. The soothing décor sets the scene for those cosy nights snuggled up on the lounge sofas with a good film on the Smart TV and a glass of wine in hand. There is a downstairs WC just off the hallway. Climb the stairs from the hallway and choose from five glorious bedrooms: four are arranged on the first floor, including two super-king-size zip-and-link (can be twins on request), both with en-suite shower rooms and WC, one super king-size with en-suite bathroom with freestanding bath, a walk-in shower and WC, and one king-size with en-suite bathroom with shower over bath and WC. Up the next staircase is a delightful suite spilt into two areas, ideal for a family. There is a large shower room with a shower and WC, dressing area/space for cots, connected to a fabulous large bedroom with a super-king-size zip-and-link (can be twins on request), boasting the best view of the house overlooking the well-maintained garden below. You will also discover a utility room on the first floor with a washing machine and tumble dryer.
Throw open the doors from the lounge and kitchen to your private patio for an al fresco experience, stepping outside into the garden for breakfast, brunch or dinner. A vast expanse of landscaped gardens and ponds stretch beyond the sunny patio area. Pour a summer cocktail and admire the fields and pastures in the distance. There is ample off-road parking.
Please check group bookings, including potential stag and hen dos, as these may not be allowed unless special arrangements (including the possible requirements for a safety deposit) are made with the owner.
Features
Luxurious Escape
Open Fire / Woodburner
Private Terrace
Romantic
Internet access
Pub nearby
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
Testimonials
Reynard house is by far the best holiday rental we have ever stayed in, a quintessentially English country house. The property is outstanding and the gardens are incredibly beautiful. A walk in the garden is a whole experience on its own-a garden you can get lost in. Cannot wait to return!
This is a wonderful place to stay. Fantastically well equipped and maintained and perfect for a family or group. The location is great for a variety of activities- gardens, eating and drinking, history, walking, all easily accessible. The house gardens are beautiful. I would not hesitate to recommend this property and hope we will be able to return soon.
Thank you for letting us stay in your beautiful home, we had an event at the YEC on the Thursday evening and having your home to go back to in the evenings made the stay (5 hours from home) a joy. The gardens were incredible and the facilities in the house were everything we could have needed. Thank you again, Emma & team
Our stay in Reynard House was fantastic. The property is very private with plenty of space. The property is very well presented with a quality kitchen, and furnishings as well as beautiful gardens. The house was lovely and warm and we enjoyed the space and decor. If we find ourselves in Markington/Harrogate again, we would love to stay again.
A very clean, very well equipped and spacious house. Large bedrooms with each having their own large bathroom. The gardens were immense and beautifully kept. Areas for children to play and many quiet places to sit just to enjoy the plants and trees. It was a perfect place for our extended family.
This is an exceptional place to stay. The house is a spacious and comfortable place to be (irrespective of weather). It has been designed to a very high spec and it is beautifully appointed. Additionally the gardens are a joy - their size, and diversity, rich planting and wildlife. Reynards House feels a generous place to stay. We will return there as soon as we can.
This is a comfortable, spacious and well equipped house with extensive, well maintained gardens, and plenty of parking. It was perfect for our large family gathering. We were pleasantly surprised by how much there was to do in the area in early March. We spent one and a half days at Fountains Abbey / Studley Water Gardens, half a day at days at Brimham Rocks, a day in York, a day in Harrogate, a day at RHS Garden Harlow Carr and a day in front of the log burner whilst it snowed outside!
A beautiful property in a beautiful setting. Immaculately clean, comfortable and well appointed. It has to be the most well equipped kitchen we've ever had in a holiday house. We wanted for nothing during our stay and cannot fault it. It was the perfect place to stay with our extended family and celebrate a big birthday. The gardens were a lovely place to wander around and explore, even in February, and especially with the children. We would definitely recommend staying here!
An incredibly spacious, well appointed, well furnished house with acres of land to explore with the kids. a fabulous property with easy access to local attractions. There were 6 adults and 4 children on our visit and we had so much space in which to live. BBQ and external seating were superb. The whole look and feel of this property is what you expect given the photo's and the description. Highly recommend for those wanting to celebrate a special occasion.
The house and grounds were beautifully maintained. Everything you needed was provided. Heather, one of the owners went above and beyond to make the stay really special. During the heatwave, she provided a fan at my request, a parasol for the outdoor table and generously let me pick fruit and vegetables from the gardens for meal preparation. It was a peaceful sanctuary with both luxury and breathtaking nature taking centre stage. Highly recommended.