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The Pigsty - sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom

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A modern apartment with a kitchen, dining area, and living room. It features skylights, a grey sofa, and a small dining table.
Dining
A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a bed with white and green pillows, and a wall-mounted light fixture.
A patio with a wooden fence, two metal chairs, a small round table, and potted plants.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in oven, a coffee machine, and a shelf with kitchenware.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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York, North Yorkshire
  • Place, Howardian Hills
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, York Minster
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

York

Located within a leisurely stroll of Howardian Hills, this cottage is within a 10-minute drive of Castle Howard. The cottage includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Howardian Hills - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Castle Howard - 7 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo - 21 min drive - 11.6 miles
  • Shambles - 34 min drive - 22.8 miles
  • York Minster - 34 min drive - 22.8 miles

Getting around

  • Malton Station - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pizza On the Square - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Omni Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Fairfax Arms - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Queens Head Cantonese - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Pigsty - sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom

This former piggery, thought to date from the 17th century, has been re-modelled to offer spacious, light and airy accommodation; an ideal base from which to explore this beautiful area.

Set in the heart of the village of Slingsby which is nestled in the Howardian Hills; an AONB, you are well placed to explore the surrounding countryside which is popular with walkers and cyclists alike. Castle Howard is only three miles from the The Pigsty and Sandsend and Whitby, York, Helmsley and The North Yorkshire Moors are all within easy reach.

The accommodation is largely open plan; a perfect space for couples to enjoy. The modern kitchen is well equipped for cooking an evening meal or preparing a hearty breakfast and is fitted with dishwasher and washer/dryer in addition to a Nespresso coffee machine. There is ample dining and seating space for a cosy night in and wall – mounted television with Netflix and Amazon Prime. The sleeping area to the rear boasts a king size bed and shower room beyond. The property is decorated in light, bright tones throughout and benefits from underfloor heating; a must for the chilly Yorkshire winters! Outside is a private, enclosed courtyard with seating for two and there is plentiful on street parking.

Slingsby benefits from an excellent village pub and in the neighbouring village of Hovingham there is a local shop, two bakeries and further pubs while approximately five miles away is Malton; “ Yorkshire's Food Capital”.

One small dog is accepted at the property but not allowed on the furniture.
The cottage features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Other standard amenities include a dryer and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite 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 indicated 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

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Frequently asked questions

What can I see near this cottage?

This cottage is located in York within a short 8-minute walk of Howardian Hills. You'll also find Castle Howard and National Trust Nunnington Hall within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Pigsty - sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom?

No, this cottage doesn't offer parking.

Is this cottage adjacent to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Is The Pigsty - sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom good for couples?

Amenities at this cottage that appeal to couples include a kitchen in each cottage with a kitchen in some.

Does The Pigsty - sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.

Does this cottage offer breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.

Does The Pigsty - sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this cottage.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Pigsty - sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom?

Yes, every cottage at The Pigsty - sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom comes with a patio.

The Pigsty - sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A nice break

Enjoyed the area property was excellent bathroom door was broken and heating was not controllable otherwise a good stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

A good but slightly frustrating stay

The location was easy to get to and instructions to check in were clear. However, we felt that the accommodation itself was a little underwhelming and wasn't necessarily geared up for a stay of more than a night or two. The courtyard was dirty and covered in leaves and little apples which wasn't ideal for having a dog to stay. We decided to brush up the mess and ended up leaving the courtyard in a much better state than when we found it. The door to the courtyard doesn't fit properly and stops you from opening it fully making it difficult to bring bags in and out. We ended up not using the courtyard despite the good weather. The kitchen had most of the appliances you would need however was lacking some pretty standard items such as oven gloves, tongs, a second tea towel, kitchen spray & cloth and perhaps something for making fresh coffee.. There were only two forks. The washing machine door was misaligned, which meant that the cupboard under the sink that housed a bin didn't close properly. The bed was ok but didn't appear to fit the bed frame and seemed like it was a double mattress in a king-size frame. The bathroom was nice however the door to access was far and above the most frustrating part of the stay. It was extremely difficult to open and close fully, very noisy and didn't even cover the entire door frame so you could see in. Cleanliness was fine but there were some dirty spots in places such as between kitchen cupboards, on top of the shower head and there were quite a few spiders around the ceilings. There was also a day where two men were walking back and forth past the window looking in directly at us - this happened multiple times so in the end, we shut the blinds. Otherwise, it was a well-placed accommodation in a nice little village within driving distance of some nearby attractions.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Sarah H.

Delightful pigsty

The Pigsty provides spotlessly clean, modern, light and airy accommodation, in a very well designed small area. It's slightly minimalist, which suited us, but a few additional touches such as wine glasses as well as tumblers, a coffee table by the sofa and instructions for the heating and television would be welcome. The bathroom door is somewhat artisanal, which is fine, except for the noise when you try to close it. Slingsby is a charming village, and the local pub is very friendly and welcoming. The catering was limited to delicious pizzas while we were there, but no doubt the menu will be increasing soon. Good walking on footpaths, and easy access to other parts of this beautiful area.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Stephanie D.

Lovely stay

Perfect for couples. Nothing was open in the town due to covid which was disappointing however it’s located between York/Scabrough and robin hoods bay (40 min drive each way). wish they would of had blinds on the skylight windows as the daylight woke us up extremely early every morning. Other then this the stay was lovely and comfortable.