Updated March 2020 – If you’re looking for luxury near the North Yorkshire Coast, the small village of Seamer is host to The Copper Horse Cottages. Situated about 40 miles from the City of York it’s easy to find. The local scenery is truly stunning even in Autumn colouring the trees and landscape as far as the eye can see. We were booked into a cottage named ‘The Lodge’ at The Copper Horse Cottages and on arrival we couldn’t have been happier, it felt like a home from home. The whole house was fresh, clean, and inviting.
Cosy & Warm
The ambience was calm and restful with quality furnishings that were as comfortable as they were good looking and it was cosy warm throughout. Too often I’ve rented holiday cottages out of season and found the heating timer set to ‘stingy’ and locked away to prevent access.
If you have health problems that are triggered by the cold this can make your stay thoroughly miserable. The heating in all Copper Horse Cottages is set to ‘ON’ all the time so you can control it via the thermostat in the hall, that in itself is a huge bonus in my book.
Thoughtful Touches
With a well designed layout that offered an open plan kitchen, dining and living area, all three boutique style bedrooms were en-suite with lots of thoughtful little touches such as a vanity kit, hand & body lotion and shampoo and bubble bath. All the sinks throughout had boutique hand wash and lotions and the mandatory fluffy towels with lashings of hot water.
Comfortable Beds
The Lodge boasts superking size beds with quality Sealy Orthopaedic mattresses that you can have converted into twin beds. You’ll also find a flat screen TV, hairdryer, trinket box, tissues and make-up mirror. The bed linen (and towels) were supplied by Richard Haworth Linens. They felt heavenly to slide into and there was even a tower fan in the room to keep us cool if needed.
Well Equipped
Next to the large flat screen TV in the living area we were happy to find a good quality Bose docking station. There was plenty of information on the local area in this room as well as games for all the family. With a well-equipped kitchen that leaves you wanting for nothing this truly is a luxurious and comfortable home from home.
Pets
Copper Horse Cottages are also pet friendly which is a refreshing change for luxury accommodation. They have thought of everything to make your stay perfect. Doggy essentials such as a dog bed, dog bowls, blanket, biscuits and poop bags are all provided for you so your pooch can feel just as important as you do.
Private Patio
Outside is a paved patio area with chairs and sun loungers but it was the end of September so the time to sunbathe didn’t really present itself. This area was nicely screened off to give complete privacy to guests. There was parking for two vehicles at the front with large metal gates to keep you and your pet feeling secure.
Out & About
Heading out to find somewhere to eat on our first night we discovered a walkway around the rear of the double garage. This brought us into the car park of the The Mayfield Pub. They offer pleasant surroundings and a comprehensive menu and carvery at very good prices. The service was good and the food was delicious so we can fully recommend it. Finding somewhere so close and accessible makes settling in on that first night after a long journey a pleasant experience.
Further up the Main Street you’ll find more Copper Horse cottages and The Copper Horse Pub with a more upmarket offering and a friendly welcome. Scarborough is a short 4 miles away and offers more good restaurants and attractions including nature parks, theatres and museums.
Accessibility
The Lodge had a good sized downstairs bedroom with large en-suite shower room, perfect for anyone with general mobility problems. Unfortunately there wasn’t enough room to get a wheelchair into the room due to the furniture. However if your mobility makes climbing stairs are a problem then this room is ideal.
Booking
The Copper Horse Cottages website matches bookings on the number of guests rather than choosing a particular cottage first. However it’s worth giving them a call for the pleasure of experiencing their hospitality. Our hosts genuinely could not do enough for us and we hope we get the chance to visit again. As with all holidays don’t forget to buy your travel insurance as soon as you book.
Price
A typical two night stay in one of the Copper Horse Cottages starts at around £320 depending on the time of year. It’s always a good idea to advise them what your special needs are at the time of booking so they can match your accommodation to your requirements.
OPINION
This was by far the best holiday cottage I have ever stayed in. The attention to detail and the luxury of the fittings and furnishings was a pleasant surprise. You cannot underestimate the importance of comfort if you have health issues to deal with and being warm and cosy allowed me to relax and enjoy the company of my family, often into the wee small hours. Copper Horse Cottages have set the bar very high. We have to give them ten out of ten for warmth and comfort and the same for style. Click here for TripAdvisor reviews.
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