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Fountains Cottage is located in the centre of Guisborough, a historic market town in North Yorkshire with a cobbled, tree-lined main street. The newly renovated terraced house sleeps up to four guests across two bedrooms and is a short walk from shops, bars and restaurants. Expertly designed, this holiday home is perfect for those looking to enjoy the beauty of North Yorkshire.
The Space
With premium furniture, high ceilings and colourful soft furnishings, Fountains Cottage has beautiful interiors throughout. Guests have access to the full cottage so you can unwind in front of the TV in the living room and socialise with your loved ones at the dining area during your stay.
The cottage also has a fully equipped kitchen which includes an oven, ceramic hob, larder fridge, microwave, toaster, kettle and coffee maker. There is also a small freezer located above the washing machine in the outside store.
The property benefits from two stylish double bedrooms on the first floor. Both rooms boast luxury mattresses, bedding and linens to ensure the best night's sleep possible. The spaces are complete with a dressing table and storage.
The family bathroom is located on the ground floor and includes a walk in shower, WC and basin.
Neighborhood
The market town of Guisborough is located on the edge of North York Moors National Park so you have plenty of walking and mountain bike routes to explore. In the centre of the town, you’ll find a charming, cobbled high street which is lined with shops, cafes and pubs. Visit the English Heritage site of Gisborough Priory which dates back to the 12th century. Here you’ll find the dramatic skeleton of the 14th century church's east and outstanding Gothic architecture.
Less than 10 minutes away by car you’ll reach Great Ayton. This idyllic village is perched on the banks of the River Leven and was once known for its industries in linen making, tanning, brewing and mining. Today it is a quaint and pretty place to visit. Enjoy an afternoon stroll and enjoy an ice-cream from Suggits, the traditional sweet shop which is a firm favourite with the locals.
Head to the coast and enjoy the beautiful beaches of Saltburn, Whitby and the quaint coastal villages of Staithes, Runswick Bay and Robin Hood's Bay.
You are also ideally placed to enjoy the North York Moors Steam Railway which can be accessed at Grosmont or Pickering.
Getting Around
Fountains Cottage is within fifteen minutes drive of Saltburn, Great Ayton and Stokesley. Coastal towns and villages like Whitby, Sandsend and Staithes can be reached within 30 minutes by car.
Middlesbrough train station is a 20-minute drive from the cottage where you'll find connecting trains to Darlington, Newcastle, York, Leeds, Manchester and London. If you're travelling between the cottage and the train station via bus, it's roughly a 30-minute journey depending on the route. Please note Middlesbrough bus staton is a 10 minute walk from the railway station.
The nearest bus stops are just a short 2 minute walk from the cottage - simply ask for 'Guisborough Market Place'. Hop on the Arriva X93 which travels from Middlesbrough through to Scarborough, with stops in Whitby and Robin Hood’s Bay along the way. Join the M3 bus route to explore the Moors with stops in Danby, Hutton Le Hole, Kirkbymoorside and Helmsley. We recommend checking all bus routes using the boards at the stop.
Guests have access to the full property. The keys to the property are accessed via a secure key safe and full details will be provided shortly before your arrival date.
There is public parking close to the property. Charges apply between 8am and 6pm, Monday to Saturday.
Please note the stairs are steep with narrow treads so children and infants should be supervised at all times when using the staircase.
Check-in: 16:00
Checkout: 10:00
4.42
(85 Reviews)
18/04/2025
The cottage is tiny but well-appointed. The bedrooms are a reasonable size and comfortable. The decor is pleasant and in perfect condition. The location is perfect - central and convenient. Our only slight concern was the steepness of the stairs: would not be navigable for someone very old or frail.
09/04/2025
The location was great for us The bedding and linen was clean The carpets have got lots of marks on them Dust behind furniture Please could you take all the kitchen utensils back somewhere and put them in a dishwasher and also the oven needs a proper clean if this was done we’d be very happy to come back
30/03/2025
Really nice little cottage, close to the town centre.
12/03/2025
thanks for hosting me again ??
28/02/2025
Nice cottage in the centre of Guisborough Comfy beds Ideal as was working in the area
21/02/2025
The location was perfect for what we needed. The steps too steep and the bathroom being downstairs and bedroom upstairs.
15/01/2025
Great place to stay and fantastic hosts
02/01/2025
Thanks for a great stay! It was the perfect base and we will definitely book again.
20/11/2024
Thanks so much for hosting me again ??
05/11/2024
Great stay! Wonderful host very communicative, simple check in and lovely comfy cottage - would recommend highly!
27/10/2024
Was a good spacious property which was located in the perfect location for visiting family.
18/10/2024
thanks for having me again ??
12/10/2024
13/09/2024
Our stay at Fountains cottage, Guisborough, was ideal. The beds were so comfy. Only downside was that the stairs to the bedrooms were very steep. Not great for elderly or infirm. Everything else was fine. It was so handy for all amenities. There is a supermarket just around the corner. There are plenty eateries nearby and within walking distance. All I all a lovely stay
08/08/2024
Although it is a small place, it has everything one needs to feel comfortable. The two bedrooms upstairs are nice and cosy. It is located in a quiet area very close to the shops.
30/07/2024
26/07/2024
Great place, exactly as advertised.
17/07/2024
The house has quite a quirky shape being on a slight corner between two regular houses. However the layout has been very well designed to make best use of the space. The two bedrooms each has a double bed and reasonable amount of storage. The stairs are very steep and narrow and those who aren't that fit will struggle especially since the bathroom is downstairs through the kitchen. The kitchen is small and narrow but reasonably well equipped, the bathroom is also good. We only used the back bedroom as a couple and 4 people may find the property quite confined. The front bedroom smelled very smoky. Parking outside the property is for resident permit but there is a car park opposite on Fountain St. However for those staying in Guisborough the best value is in Belmont View Care Home car park at £2 a day.
24/06/2024
Nice place to stay in Guisborough for a few days. Easy parking & had everything we needed despite being quite a small place.
17/06/2024
05/06/2024
Very clean and comfortable. Would recommend to others coming to Guisborough!
31/05/2024
The property is well located and we had no issues with parking during our stay. Unfortunately the property was quite a bit smaller than pictured. The stairs were extremely steep and generally, it felt quite run down. There were a lot of marks and scuffs on the walls and furniture. The properly was clean on the surface, but if you yourself like things to be clean, then I think you’ll find a few issues throughout. The bathroom felt particularly dirty. If we had only been staying for a night, it probably wouldn’t have been an issue. However, we stayed for three nights and by the second night we were ready to leave. We also asked the host to provide more than one toilet roll, and they never responded to our request. I wouldn’t stay here again.
27/05/2024
It was in a great location, close to the town centre where there are plenty of shops and pubs. It was a good size for two people and despite being in the town centre was in a quiet location. Very clean and had everything we required for our stay. The beds were comfy. Parking was easy with a car park across the road. The communication regarding booking, check in and check out was brilliant aswell. Only a minor thing was the front bedroom was quite bright in the mornings with the sun coming through the blinds, a curtain could be a good addition.
04/05/2024
Clean Those photos are embellished- very basic really- no stores like basic salt and pepper- 1 toilet roll for 2 nights stay- very mean- not very homely
13/01/2024
lovely accommodation in a great location! I always look for this property when I need to stay in Guisborough because its so homely & cosy! xx
01/01/2024
My daughter and I had a wonderful stay at Fountains Cottage. It was perfect for us and ticked all the boxes and more! We will def stay here again. Jacqueline
10/12/2023
The property could have been cleaned
29/11/2023
24/11/2023
Lovely place to stay! 2 Minutes walk from the town where there's plenty of shops and places to eat. The house was beautiful inside, very cosy and homely. Thanks for having me!
29/10/2023
Clean and comfy The only problem is the shower holder is broken was in May when we last stayed will not stay up and turns around
27/10/2023
Nice, tidy house. 2 good sized bedrooms. High Street just around the corner. Many thanks ?
09/10/2023
02/10/2023
Easy access and communication OK. Option for deposit costs you whichever you choose, extra hidden costs. Carpet upstairs had stains and,stairs are challenging mobility wise, very steep and loose carpet - trip hazard .
26/08/2023
17/08/2023
13/08/2023
Very good location to town and all amenities carpark across road download the ringo app and pay parking or top it up, great little kiosk across road if you don't fancy cooking we used it for breakfast. Beds very comfortable we enjoyed our stay Stairs very steep and bathroom downstairs
13/08/2023
Great little place to stay while we were visiting for a family birthday. In walking distance of the venue. We will definitley book to stay again the next time we are visiting . The host was always responsive the house was clean and well equipped for our needs. In an ideal position in Guisborough
04/08/2023
The Location was great Floors very dirty, lots of broken things, no large glasses, carpet on stairs loose and dangerous, not sure of outside space at the back, the clothes airer was trashed!
12/06/2023
Nicely decorated, lovely location. Cheap parking. No bin, strange entrance / lobby space that could’ve been better used - the furniture in this lobby space also felt incredibly weak. The hosts were a nuisance, far too communicative with several messages throughout our stay.
16/05/2023
location the stairs
14/04/2023
06/04/2023
The cottage is in a great location for exploring the area. It is in easy walking distance of supermarkets and the local town so very convenient.
03/03/2023
04/02/2023
We were impressed with the cleanliness and comfort of the space. It is exactly as described. The team were very responsive and we had no issues at all. I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a comfortable, clean and well located place to stay.
25/01/2023
location
12/12/2022
Great little cottage, comfy beds, exceptionally clean 2 minors - could do with a shelf in the shower and a bin in the kitchen
24/11/2022
Overall a very well-kept small house. I was unhappy that the £250 deposit was actually taken out of my bank rather than being "held" (as most hotels can do these days), and then not refunded for 14 days; also that a £10 "administration fee" was taken which had not been mentioned before booking. As others have commented, the staircase is rather steep and narrow: particularly a problem in the night as the only toilet is downstairs.
31/10/2022
Great location, really clean, modern, tastefully decorated Only really minor niggles, like the only bin in a 2 bed house was a tiny, weeny bin in the bathroom, nothing in the kitchen at all. The double beds were really small, so fabulous for one person, a real squeeze for 2, but our issue was the booking company, who threatened to cancel the booking (we'd paid in full at the time of booking), hounded us with at least 2 emails a day, then never did send the code for the locked key box, despite 2 conversations with customer services prior to arrival, where they apologised for the cancellation threats (which apparently shouldn't have been sent), promised we'd still get all the details for access, then never did. I would book this property, but only through a different agent. Booking.com, you suck.
27/10/2022
clean and all facilities in place. carton of milk in the fridge on arrival was a nice touch. central location with Morrisons a stones throw away. the insurance deposit of £250 fand £10 non refundable fee.
25/10/2022
Great place lovely and clean with great facilities all we needed .
21/10/2022
lovely house great location close to high st
13/09/2022
Location, facilities, cleanliness. Lovely place
23/08/2022
Property was clean and reasonably well equipped. Beds were comfortable. Kitchen is more of a kitchenette, even preparing basic meals was problematic in the space, but they have done as much as could be expected given the limited space.
17/08/2022
13/08/2022
Breakfast n/a. The unit was modern and well kept. The parking across the road was easily accessable. As we are older we found the stairs intimidating. Very steep and narrow tread. As we could not get our suitcase up the stairs we lived on the ground floor and only climbed the stairs to sleep. Might need to warn people of the steep stairs. The carpet tread was loose at the bottom of the stairs.
29/07/2022
Handy location. Compact but comfortable for short stay. Well equipped given the space but limited for preparing a meal.
17/07/2022
Good location, cheap parking. The rooms are clean and the property looks recently refurbished. It's central to Guisborough High Street but not noisy at all. There's a small cafe selling good food and coffee about 30 metres from the property. There's also good selection of pubs/micropubs/restaurants within a very short walk of the property. Bathroom and kitchen are particularly nice and the milk/coffee/shower gel were appreciated. Towels were included. WiFi is provided and is pretty fast. There's very little that could be improved.
13/07/2022
Lovely cottage clean and modern. Would definitely recommend it and would book again when next in the area.
28/06/2022
The location was great, nestled in a gorgeous town and with access to local supermarkets only a few minutes walk away. The beds were so comfy and it was perfect for two people. The TV was also great and the sofa was very comfy. We loved the place but the cutlery and plates were not clean and we had to wash them before use which was a bit disappointing considering the rest of the cottage was quite clean.
19/06/2022
Great place to stay if visiting the area. Was visiting family in Guisborough and booked this cottage for the weekend. Very clean and less than 2min walk to Guisborough village itself. Definitely recommend and will book again.
24/05/2022
31/10/2021
Overall a nice stay. A clean, modern interior, and the beds were comfy. A small number of maintenance jobs needed doing, but I imagine they'll be done soon. Parking was a bit tricky for us, but we coped. Nearby pub has a music licence, so bear that in mind if you like an early night. However, for convenience of local cafes, bars and restaurants, and as a hub for the north east it was pretty good.
27/10/2021
The house is located near shops and there is a parking opposite. It is furnished, clean and it has everything needed for a comfortable stay. We enjoyed being able to travel to places nearby like Whitby and Robin’s Hood Bay. The stairs can be a bit daunting if you have reduced mobility or young children but it is manageable. Instructions for check in and check out were easy to follow and clear. Heating was efficient which made the stay comfortably warm despite the cold weather and the kitchen was a great feature as it allowed us to cook breakfasts and dinners. All in all, a comfortable stay if you have a car to visit places nearby. We all got good rest and felt safe :)
18/10/2021
Great communication, as described, would use again
25/09/2021
Exceptionally clean and well appointed accommodation handily sited in Guisborough for use as a base for exploring the surrounding countryside and coast. The downsides are the steep staircase to the two bedrooms , the downstairs loo and bathroom and a general narrowness to the property that might cause problems for people with eating disorders etc. In our case, not a problem. We would definitely stay here again. Parking is free between 1800 and 0800 in the handy car park opposite and is £4 all day otherwise. You can park for free in the adjacent Morrison’s between 0800 and 1000 (2 hour max) We managed to juggle parking at zero cost be warned, Guisborough is the parking unfriendly place we have encountered in many years
19/09/2021
Cottage is rather compact, but very centrally located. Parking wasn’t the problem we expected, as free from 6pm to 8am and then two free hours taking you to 10am, so if you are out all day, as we were, not really an issue. Cottage was very clean and clearly, recently done. Furnishings, bedlinen etc all very good. Slightly odd layout, but as a place to sleep and shower, it was fine. If you plan to self- cater, the kitchen is very tiny with no storage and limited workspace, so not ideal for more than doing breakfast and heating something up. We were a bit disappointed that Guisborough didn’t have more restaurants and pubs serving food. However, Cookfellas on Church St was very good.
03/09/2021
Beautiful cottage, very clean and cosy. Stairs are steep but just add character! We had a really enjoyable break.
28/08/2021
Enjoyed our stay, it was a little compact and although lovely definitely top heavy on price !
21/08/2021
Great place. Really clean, well maintained and well located. Really enjoyed our stay and will use again next time we are in the area. Communication was great, everything was well documented and clear. Thanks again!
01/08/2021
Cosy house in a lovely town! We stayed here for a wedding nearby and it was perfect. The house is compact but has everything you need and the decor is really lovely. The beds were very comfy! Car park opposite is very handy and was really quiet the whole time we were there.
23/07/2021
I highly recommend this place! House is lovely, modern and location is great.Nice size bedrooms and very good size living space. House was very clean and perfectly prepared for guests. Very good communication with the hosts. If you looking for a great Airbnd experience this is it! Thanks for having us!
14/07/2021
Had a great stay thanks
08/07/2021
Lovely last minute find. Great location for exploring North Yorkshire, with local amenities and a big supermarket in walking distance. House is compact, and the stairs are very steep but has been decorated to a high standard and had everything you need for a pleasant stay. Communication was great and directions/access to the property via the key box was straight forward. Parking was £4 per day for 24hours in the small car park opposite the house (free between 6pm and 8am). Would recommend.
30/06/2021
We loved our stay! Warm and cosy! Quiet road and really comfy beds! Nice size kitchen and clean bathroom. We will be staying there again!
25/06/2021
Lovely modern property well located to all amenities in Guisborough.
20/06/2021
Comfy, well kept and very well equipped
16/06/2021
Lovely property that is very handy for both local amenities and attractions in the area.
13/06/2021
Compact but clean little cottage. The stairs are steep so perhaps not ideal for the infirm or very young children but this was well flagged in advance. Great location for local amenities and easy access to the local woods, to the coast and to the moors.
03/06/2021
What a treat staying in this lovely little property. It was spotlessly clean, comfortable and perfectly placed for our staycation with trips to the Yorkshire Coast.
30/05/2021
A great find on the edge of Guisborough town centre!! Really clean and well decorated, the amenities were well stocked and maintained. We found this to be a great base for a birthday weekend away - just 3 mins walk into the cafe/restaurant hotspots and a convenIent 30 minutes drive into Whitby. Would definitely recommend and look forward to staying again soon.
24/05/2021
Great location close to shops cottage was absolutely perfect!!
03/05/2021
A very pleasant stay. The house is beautifully clean and well equipped, the bed (I only used one) was very comfortable and I had a good night's sleep. Access via the key safe was very easy. I would recommend.
25/04/2021
Beautiful house. Spotless.
15/04/2021
Fantastic, cosy cottage in a beautiful area. First class amenities. Just missing the personal touches but otherwise outstanding amenities. Perfect communication and smooth check in. Great trip.
30/03/2021
Really friendly communication and wanted to ensure we were happy. The property itself was immaculate. Really happy with choice and would use again! Already recommended to family.
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