Title: Vavasour - a cosy two bedroom historic cottage on the Red House Estate near York Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Vavasour - a cosy two bedroom historic cottage on the Red House Estate near York Holiday home in York with private pool and kitchen ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91110000/91108400/91108384/6ae8044c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91110000/91108400/91108384/b7809b06.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91110000/91108400/91108384/4a31b8f0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91110000/91108400/91108384/1d58b94c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, travel cot, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91110000/91108400/91108384/61ff478e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled within the historic Red House Estate, Vavasour offers a serene retreat. Enjoy seasonal use of an outdoor heated pool, grass tennis court and croquet lawn or take leisurely walks along the River Ouse. ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Pool - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Fireplace - Outdoor space - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Vavasour - a cosy two bedroom historic cottage on the Red House Estate near York Vavasour is part of the main building on the historic, private Red House Estate only 7 miles from York and 14 miles from Harrogate. Seasonal use of a large, shared, outdoor heated swimming pool, grass tennis court and croquet lawn, all open from the end of May to September. Wonderful walks along the River Ouse, just a 45 minute stroll to a choice of eateries in the nearby village of Poppleton. Pet friendly with secure garden. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Heated pool - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 25 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Things to do - Heated pool ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/66000000/65610000/65603700/65603671/f422bafb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### \*\*\*COSY COTTAGE, with shared, seasonal pool, 4 mile walk along the river to York Moor Monkton - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 11 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=65603671&PinnedHotelID=65603671&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/200/148/7d3d952b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Milner York South Bank - Pool - Hot tub - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 8.6 Excellent 1,566 reviews £98 includes taxes & fees 9 Nov - 10 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=148&PinnedHotelID=148&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113310000/113305100/113305085/7c56ea53.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dog Friendly Farmstay close to York & Castle Howard, with beautiful walks & view York - Pet-friendly - Laundry - Kitchen [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=113305085&PinnedHotelID=113305085&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/690000/687300/687255/54cf5b74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Delta Hotels by Marriott York Dringhouses - Pool - Hot tub - Spa - Pet-friendly 8.6 Excellent 553 reviews £79 includes taxes & fees 2 Nov - 3 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=687255&PinnedHotelID=687255&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/564500/564409/0c978b17.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Elmbank York, Tapestry Collection by Hilton South Bank - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 9.0 Wonderful 1,007 reviews £73 includes taxes & fees 2 Nov - 3 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=564409&PinnedHotelID=564409&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/9600/9583/e62f6a7e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Novotel York Centre Fishergate - Pool - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.6 Excellent 1,008 reviews £85 includes taxes & fees 9 Nov - 10 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=9583&PinnedHotelID=9583&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113320000/113314600/113314556/53f2b125.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Three Bedroom House | York Getaway 1# Holgate - Free WiFi - Parking available - Laundry - Kitchen 10 Exceptional 1 review £309 includes taxes & fees 22 Oct - 23 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=113314556&PinnedHotelID=113314556&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, oven, dishwasher, high chair](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93160000/93151300/93151289/149d9429.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 14 Acomb Wood Drive Peaceful 2-Bed Home in York with Free Parking Pass The Keys York - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Outdoor space [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=93151289&PinnedHotelID=93151289&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72060000/72052300/72052241/ecc23371.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Piper Cottage, Bilbrough. 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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ## About the area York is home to this holiday home. York Minster and Shambles are notable landmarks, and if an activity is on the agenda, check out York Racecourse. Tockwith Motor Sports Centre and National Railway Museum are also worth visiting. [Visit our York travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York.dx5489) [View more Holiday homes in York](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Private-Holiday-Homes.d5489-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C54.00710%2C-1.19367&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=uewWVtw0ITQXnQORlPLQlnzBAH0=) Moor Monkton, England ### What's nearby - York Minster - 19 min drive - 9.6 miles - York Racecourse - 20 min drive - 9.6 miles - Shambles - 20 min drive - 9.8 miles - York Christmas Market - 20 min drive - 9.8 miles - Beningbrough Hall and Garden - 26 min drive - 8.9 miles ### Getting around - Hammerton Station - 10 min drive - Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 56 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive - ‪KFC - ‬15 min drive - ‪The Walled Garden Restaurant - ‬22 min drive - ‪Al Volo - ‬14 min drive - ‪The Lord Nelson - ‬11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Vavasour - a cosy two bedroom historic cottage on the Red House Estate near York have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### Is Vavasour - a cosy two bedroom historic cottage on the Red House Estate near York pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet. ### What time is check-in at Vavasour - a cosy two bedroom historic cottage on the Red House Estate near York? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Vavasour - a cosy two bedroom historic cottage on the Red House Estate near York? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Vavasour - a cosy two bedroom historic cottage on the Red House Estate near York located? > Situated in York, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Tockwith Motor Sports Centre, West Bank Park and Homestead Park. York City Church and National Railway Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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