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Littlethorpe Barn

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Littlethorpe Barn is a beautifully restored Georgian stone barn set in the grounds of an Edwardian farmstead with far reaching views across the fields of this pretty area of North Yorkshire. Just 3 miles from the historic City of Ripon yet peacefully tucked away down country lanes, the farmstead is also home to friendly donkeys Daffodil and Buttercup who are always pleased to see visitors, you may also see sheep and lambs in the fields and  lookout for owls, ducks and birds too.

Littlethorpe Barn was renovated in 2023 to an exceptional standard by owners Leanne and David who have taken great care to respect the original features like the A frame beams. Using a soft colour palette throughout from Little Greene the Barn is full of warmth and charm, underfloor heating and a cosy wood burning stove, a deep bath for relaxing any aching muscles, sumptuous beds for the perfect nights sleep. Outside there is a pretty, private garden with hot tub and oak gazebo and beyond the garden you are surrounded by 15 acres of rolling Yorkshire countryside making this the perfect place to be.

Littlethorpe Barn for 5 guests and Littlethorpe Hay Shed for 2 guests are neighbouring properties that can be booked separately or together for a group of 7 guests.

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Littlethorpe Barn & The Hay Shed

Littlethorpe Barn for five guests and The Hay Shed for two guests are neighbouring properties that can be booked separately or together for a group of 7 guests

PROPERTY DETAILS

Littlethorpe

This is a spacious suite, it is private and tucked away, perfect if you want to retreat at the end of a busy day spent exploring, with a vaulted ceiling and original beams, a beautiful oak bed adorned with crisp white linens of the finest quality is sure to offer a restful night’s sleep. There’s a pretty dressing table, a wardrobe, and a stylish en-suite with walk in shower too.

Daffodil

Daffodil is a double bedroom on the mezzanine level of the Barn, with vaulted ceiling and lots of character, this room shares the house bathroom with the Buttercup bedroom.

Buttercup

This is a cosy single bedroom tucked away on a second mezzanine and furnished with a single bed which also has a second pullout trundle bed suitable for a child, this room shares the house bathroom with Daffodil bedroom.

Living Space

The living space is open plan with a cosy sitting area and a well equipped kitchen, the spaces all flowing from one to the other, perfect for gathering together around the large dining table for social suppers and planning adventures. On warmer days open up the oak patio doors to enjoy the pretty garden area and al fresco dining and on chilly evenings light up the toasty log burner, snuggle up on the sofa and enjoy movie nights on the SMART T.V.

 

Kitchen

Open to the living space so the cook for the day doesn’t miss out on the chit chat while preparing a holiday feast, everything you need is close at hand including, oven/hob, dishwasher, microwave, two under counter fridges with freezer compartments, toaster and kettle and of course a Nespresso for that early morning coffee fix!

Garden & Hot Tub

The pretty stone paved garden is fenced and enclosed, there is a BBQ and a large seating area with a wooden gazebo so you can enjoy the 5 person hot tub whatever the weather, pretty twinkly lights and spectacular sunsets make this a beautiful place to enjoy a sundowner.

Beyond your private garden there are 15 acres of beautifully kept grounds with lots of trees, green space,s and a beautiful water feature. The farmstead is also home to ducks, owls, cows and two adopted donkeys’, Daffodil and Buttercup.

There is also a secure dog field so your four legged friends can run and play until they run out of steam!

 

Laundry Room

Opposite the Barn is a laundry room shared with neighboring propery The Hay Shed.

  • Washing machine
  • Additonal fridge and freezer
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Washing products
  • Dog towels
Exploring

Exploring

  • City of  Ripon 3 miles, bus stop at the top of the dirveway
  • Harrogate 11 miles
  • City of York 24 miles
  • Yorkshire Dales 12 miles
  • Castle Howard 35 miles
  • North York Moors National Park 45 miles
  • Whitby North Yorkshire Coast 60 miles
Restaurants, Pubs & Cafes in Ripon
  • Oliver’s Pantry – family-friendly; lovely breakfast, lunch, cake…
  • REalitea – family-friendly, lunch, definitely cake
  • The Storehouse – family friendly for lunch; does a great Sunday lunch.  Lovely to go for cocktails and supper!
  • Prima Italian – family-friendly, supper and takeaway
  • Valentinos – family-friendly, supper & takeaway
  • Manchego – Spanish tapas
  • Royal Oak – Sunday lunch
  • The Water Rat – nice drinks by the river, does food too, child friendly

Exploring

  • Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal – by the lake (free) or main house, National Trust – great for lunch and tea & cake.  Family-friendly
  • Grantley Hall – 3 different restaurants for lunch and supper.  One Michelin Star Shaun Rankin, One Oriental, One traditional fayre, one outside.
  • Swinton Park – 2 restaurants – one is evening and smart (jackets and trousers) the other is more relaxed on a beautiful terrace.  Great Spa!
  • Swinton Bivouac – lovely for lunch or afternoon tea, family friendly and walk to the ruins
  • Staveley Arms, North Stainley – lovely bistro food, family friendly lunch and early supper!
  • The Sawley Arms – Family friendly for lunch, supper.
  • The Galphay Inn –  Family friendly
  • Ripley Castle – for lunch & afternoon tea / ice cream!
  • Crab & Lobster – Rainton, a very special place!
Good to know

Special occassions

  • Let us know if you need help ordering a cake, balloons etc., banners can also be set up for your arrival
  • Catering – we can connect you to caterers and private chefs

Good to know

  • Luxury bed linens and towels included
  • Cumbrian toiletries from Bath House inclduing, shampoo, conditioner, body and handwash, hand lotion
  • Wifi
  • Garden Furniture
  • Hot tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Bose music speaker
  • Coffee maching for Nespresso original pods
  • Microwave
  • Toaster and kettle
  • Two under counter fridges with freezer compartment
  • Unlimited logs, firelighters, kindling
  • Welcome hamper
  • Walking guides
  • Board games
  • Children’s colouring items
  • High chair and travel cot and baby bath – please bring your own cot bedding
  • First aid kit
  • Parking – reserved parking onsite
  • Supermarket – Booth’s independent Yorkshire supermarket, Sainsbury’s and Morrisons in Ripon – Please do not arrange grocery deliveries before your arrival time the owners may not be available to receive them
  • Number 22 bus to Ripon stops at the top of the drive

Laundry Room

  • Washing machine
  • Additonal fridge and freezer
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Washing products
  • Dog towels
Dogs
  • Two large dogs or 3 medium/small dogs
  • Secure dog field on site
  • Hose pipe and dog shampoo
  • Dog towels and treats
  • Dogs are not allowed upstairs
  • Dogs are not allowed on the furniture
  • Muddy/wet dogs must be cleaned off before entering the cottage
  • Dogs must not be left alone in the property unless they are crated
  • Dog toileting must take place away from the cottage and any mess cleaned up
  • There may be a charge if additional cleaning is required

ROOM DETAILS

King size bed

Walk In Shower

W.C.

Vanity Basin

The Bath House Toiletries

Double Bed

Singe Bed

Pullout trundle bed suitable for children only

THE LOCAL AREA

Ripon is a cathedral city steeped in history and home to magnificent historical buildings and long observed traditions. You will find a trio of award winning museums and a gothic cathedral that dates back to the 7th century to explore.

The growth of the city through trade and manufacturing led to the building of a canal to link it to the navigable parts of the River Ure. Today this makes Ripon a delightful city to explore, with riverside and canal side walks that reach into the countryside and buildings that span the last thousand years. The city’s history is entwined with the church, both due to the cathedral in Ripon city centre and its proximity to the nearby Fountains Abbey.

Ripon also boasts an outstanding racecourse, a glorious stately home, a magnificent abbey and popular theme park. There are always great things to do in Ripon.

One of England’s oldest cities, the Hornblower who has blown his horn at 9pm every night for 1100 years to ‘set the watch’.

Georgian and medieval buildings surround the ancient market place including the grade II listed Town Hall in which can be found the newly opened Tourist Information Centre.

With a thriving market place and a magnificent cathedral, this beautiful little city will earn a place in any visitor’s heart.

Exploring

  • City of  Ripon 3 miles, bus stop at the top of the dirveway
  • Harrogate 11 miles
  • City of York 24 miles
  • Yorkshire Dales 12 miles
  • Castle Howard 35 miles
  • North York Moors National Park 45 miles
  • Whitby North Yorkshire Coast 60 miles
 Airports/Railway
  • Thirsk mainline railway station 15 miles
  • York mainline railway station – 24 miles
  • Leeds Bradford Airport 22 miles
  • Manchester Airport 96 miles

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