Title: Yorkshire Wolds Character Cottage 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 # Yorkshire Wolds Character Cottage Family-friendly cottage in York ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89390000/89386000/89385975/c2b46560.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89390000/89386000/89385975/5e932c3c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89390000/89386000/89385975/8b89e8ab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89390000/89386000/89385975/b4c0dcd8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89390000/89386000/89385975/w2523h1527x0y0-a3387316.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the heart of Market Weighton, Explorers Cottage offers a cozy retreat for walkers, cyclists, and explorers alike. With its fully equipped kitchen and wood burning stove in the lounge/dining area, this charming cottage is perfect for relaxing after a day of adventure on the Yorkshire Wolds Way National trail or exploring nearby Hull and York. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Yorkshire Wolds Character Cottage Explorers Cottage for a comfortable, pet friendly, home from home stay. Situated in the quiet town of Market Weighton, Explorers Cottage is perfect for walkers and cyclists with access to the Yorkshire Wolds Way National trail and the Wolds Cycle trail close by. If exploring the shops, museums or galleries is more up your street, the cities of Hull and York are only around half hour drive away. Or how about a day at the coast, reachable within an hour? However you choose to spend your time, rest assured that Explorers Cottage offers you a comfortable base to kick off your shoes and rest ready for your next days adventure. Market Weighton has a good choice of bars, restaurants, cafes and takeaways and the cottage has a fully equipped kitchen. For those wanting a quiet restful short getaway snuggled in front of the wood burning stove, playing with the provided board games or relaxing in the garden, there is no need for you to venture far if you choose not to. Our characterful beamed ceiling cottage provides accommodation with Lounge/ Dining Area with wood burning stove, Fully Equipped kitchen with oven, hob, dishwasher, washer/dryer, fridge/freezer, microwave, coffee machine. Bathroom with bath/shower over. Bedroom 1 - Double bed. Bedroom 2 - Double bed. Enclosed garden with shed for cycle storage. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Electric car charging station on site - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Dressing gowns - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 23 kg per pet - Food and water bowls ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - 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Battery candles are provided around the property for your use. Pets must not be left alone in property. A pet sitter can be arranged to sit with pet if required subject to availability and extra charge. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 3 total (up to 23 kg per pet) Food and water bowls are available ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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 ## About the area ![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%7C53.86188%2C-0.66374&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=LgfHZg3P8YCaZ8kZq2OZ2jJ-8mg=) Market Weighton, England #### What's nearby - Drewton's Farm Shop - 12 min drive - 8.0 miles - Burnby Hall Gardens - 13 min drive - 8.2 miles - North Cave Wetlands Nature Reserve - 13 min drive - 9.4 miles - Beverley Racecourse - 15 min drive - 10.8 miles - Kilnwick Percy Golf Course - 17 min drive - 9.8 miles #### Getting around - Beverley Station - 16 min drive - Hull (HUY-Humberside) - 47 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Griffin - ‬6 min walk - ‪The Bay Horse - ‬6 min walk - ‪Half Moon Inn - ‬5 min walk - ‪The Pipe & Glass Inn - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Yorkshire Wolds Character Cottage pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. ### How much is parking at Yorkshire Wolds Character Cottage? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Yorkshire Wolds Character Cottage? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Yorkshire Wolds Character Cottage? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Yorkshire Wolds Character Cottage located? > Set in York, this family-friendly cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of North Cave Wetlands Nature Reserve, Drewton's Farm Shop and Burnby Hall Gardens. Allerthorpe Lake and West Green are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Yorkshire Wolds Character Cottage Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandra H. 10 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very welcoming and homely Above and beyond expectations ##### Sandra H. 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