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In the charming town of Helmsley, River Rye House offers a tranquil retreat with its own secluded garden. Relax by the woodburner in the living room or unwind on one of two patios overlooking lawned gardens leading down to the riverbank. The property also features a well-equipped kitchen and utility room for convenience.

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2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

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About this property

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

2 bedroom accommodation in Helmsley

Located in the town of Helmsley, this Grade II listed house is great for visiting Helmsley Castle and Duncombe Park.. 1 step to entrance.

Ground Floor:

Living room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, CD Player, DAB Radio, DVDs, Woodburner

Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher

Utility Room: Washer Dryer

Wet Room: Shower, Toilet

First Floor:

Bedroom 1: Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed, Freeview TV Ensuite: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet

Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, Freeview TV Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and logs for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair. . Lawned garden with 2 patios and garden furniture. Private parking for 1 small car; additional on road parking. No smoking. Please note: There is a river adjacent to the property.. With its own secluded garden leading down to the banks of the River Rye, this Grade II listed house is set just off the market square of the picturesque town of Helmsley. One of a pair, it is within easy walking distance of a selection of excellent shops, inns and restaurants, as well as Helmsley Castle and Duncombe Park. Excellent walking in the North Yorkshire Moors National Park starts from the doorstep. Open-air swimming-pool, golf and riding available locally. York 24 miles. The Yorkshire Dales and the coast are within comfortable driving distance. Shop 100 yards, pub and restaurant 500 yards.



There is open water in the property grounds.

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On a river

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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

Rules

The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

Located in York, this cottage is on a river. Helmsley Arts Centre and National Trust Nunnington Hall are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Duncombe Park and Helmsley Castle. Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo and Yorkshire Lavender are also worth visiting. Visit our Helmsley travel guide
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What's nearby

  • North York Moors National Park
    North York Moors National Park
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Helmsley Castle
    Helmsley Castle
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Duncombe Park
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cleveland Way
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Hemsley Walled Garden
    12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Thirsk Station
    22 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)
    56 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Black Swan
    9 min drive
  • The Feathers Hotel
    4 min walk
  • Byland Abbey Inn
    12 min drive
  • The Fairfax Arms
    8 min drive
  • Feathers Beer Garden
    5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 2 bedroom accommodation in Helmsley pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 2 bedroom accommodation in Helmsley?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 2 bedroom accommodation in Helmsley?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2 bedroom accommodation in Helmsley?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 2 bedroom accommodation in Helmsley located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Duncombe Park and North York Moors National Park. Helmsley Arts Centre and Cleveland Way are also within 10 minutes.

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2 bedroom accommodation in Helmsley Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

JULIEANNE S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a lovely English cottage in an extremely beautiful town. The cottage had everything we needed for a wonderful holiday. We are traveling from the USA and started our adventure here. The only issue was WiFi was intermittent, but I think that was the area, not the cottage. Also, I thought there was designated parking.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul and Marjorie

A superb house right in the centre of.

A superb house right in the centre of. Lovely village. Views of river and bridge and sitting out areas for warmer times of year. Cosy and warm in winter. Tastefully furnished and well equipped. It’s hard to fault it. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Jane

We really enjoyed our stay in this warm, cosy comfortable cottage.

We really enjoyed our stay in this warm, cosy comfortable cottage. Ideally situated close to the town centre and local amenities. We enjoyed meals at the Black Swan, the Magpie Cafe in Whitby, the Star at Harome and the Black Swan in Oldstead. A very relaxing week. The only thing missing was the Internet connection but we had excellent phone signals. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Joan

Good for two couples or one family.

Good for two couples or one family. Very well equipped in some ways but minor details let it down. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

What a gorgeous cottage! Bridge House has everything you could possibly want and is ideally situated

What a gorgeous cottage! Bridge House has everything you could possibly want and is ideally situated a short stroll from the centre of Helmsley. The little touches from the welcome goodies to an initial supply of logs etc for the wood burner are most welcome and appreciated. The parking is not an issue - if you cannot park directly outside of the cottage then you can usually get a space a few 100 yards away. This has to be one of the best cottages I have ever stayed at - have rebooked for next year!!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Absolutely delightful cottage, which is great location,cosy and clean.

Absolutely delightful cottage, which is great location,cosy and clean. Once understanding that the parking space allocation is necessarily one spot, and can park in any space out front as all council owned, then able to relax. Lovely time had and would return.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Hilary

The cottage is very well situated and is well equipped.

The cottage is very well situated and is well equipped. However since our last stay in 2016 we thought the property was in need of some tlc. Particularly the entrance gates that badly needed repair or replacement. However, we had a lovely stay at Bridge House and would go again.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Liz

The cottage is very convenient for the local town with good shopping facilities and a small market.

The cottage is very convenient for the local town with good shopping facilities and a small market. The cottage was a little tired looking and the garden slightly overgrown but this did not detract from the comfort. Would recommend a holiday in this lovely part of Yorkshire.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Rosemary

We love coming to this house.

We love coming to this house. Wi fi would make it perfect for our needs but the location and charm of this property bring us back time and time again.
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8/10 Good

LARAINE

CD Player in kitchen\living room TV\DVD requires updating everything else is excellent.

CD Player in kitchen\living room TV\DVD requires updating everything else is excellent.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Luxurious cottage with three spaces to sit outside.

Luxurious cottage with three spaces to sit outside. It's really pleasant being that close to the river. You can sit on the kitchen window seat and watch it slowly drift by. Some noise from the nearby road, but not overly intrusive outside, and not noticeable inside.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Excellent cottage, warm and comfortable in a prime location overlooking the River and within easy di

Excellent cottage, warm and comfortable in a prime location overlooking the River and within easy distance of the centre. Probably the best accommodation we have had in many years of staying in furnished cottages throughout the UK.
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10/10 Excellent

ricky

This is a lovely house with a great finish.

This is a lovely house with a great finish. The location is beautiful and there is plenty to see and do in Helmsley. We heard otters in the river at night but never managed to see them.The only 2 real negatives are the parking (if you drive away and return before 5pm expect to park in another area of town) and the lack of wifi. Neither a major problem but worth noting. If you do lots of walking don't rely on any new tech, stick to old school OS maps. As I say though, this place is lovely and I would stay here again
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Anne

One big “bug bear” - the parking - no designated parking spot as advertised, it was a free for a

One big “bug bear” - the parking - no designated parking spot as advertised, it was a free for all and it made you worry about vacating your spot once you were in it. Helmsley is a lovely little town with plenty of amenities. There are lovely walks right from the doorstep, especially the one to Rievaulx. The cottage was clean and warm and plenty of logs were provided for the wood burner, a nice touch. The beds were lovely and comfy. The en-suite shower drain was rather smelly but otherwise all was fine.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Alan

We very much enjoyed staying at Bridge House, which is in an ideal location within the village and h

We very much enjoyed staying at Bridge House, which is in an ideal location within the village and handy for going further afield - and its riverside setting and garden are great. We would certainly recommend it to others. It is perhaps a minor matter but the Yorkshire Country Cottages website says there is a private parking space directly in front of the house. The trouble is that there was no physical indication at all that the space is private and, as other reviews have said, anyone who feels like it parks there. There is actually room for a "Private parking" sign in the relevant plant area against the house wall.