Choristers' House
Nr Ripon, North Yorkshire
At-a-glance details
- Guests 10
- Bedrooms 5
- Preferred changeover day Friday
- Minimum stay 3 nights
- Number of dogs welcome 0
- Acorn rating 5 What's this?
- Reference 020022
About Choristers' House
A large house located on the Fountains Abbey estate designed by a famous name, with a unique style.This striking house has an interesting history; it was designed by the acclaimed architect William Burges and its name stems from its use as a music school. Inside you’ll find a careful restoration that captures much of Burges’ unique style. With five large bedrooms and beautiful communal areas, it’s ideal for those special family get-togethers.
It sits within the 400 acre deer park of the Fountains Abbey estate, so it’s not unusual to see red, fallow and sika deer grazing on the parkland just outside. Watch the deer from the enclosed garden at the front of the cottage before heading out to explore the grounds. You’ll have free access to the Studley Royal Water Gardens as well as the ruins of Fountains Abbey.
Further afield, the historic town of Harrogate is just a 10-mile drive from the house. Enjoy an afternoon tea in one of the many cafes and tea rooms that populate this fashionable spa town. Or for a slightly wilder day out, head to the North York Moors for hikes through its large expanses of heather moorland.
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Features and facilities
- Cot & high chair available
- Microwave available
- Fridge available
- Freezer available
- Dishwasher available
- Washing machine available
- Tumble dryer available
- Telephone not available
- Television available
- DVD available
- WiFi* available
- Open fire / wood burner available
- Garden available
- BBQ not available
Layout
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Ground floor
Formal sitting room with log burner, casual sitting room, double bedroom with shower and sink in the alcove, dining room, kitchen, utility room and lavatory.
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First floor
Four bedrooms (Two doubles, one with 5' bed and ensuite bathroom, two twins), shower room and bathroom with shower over bath.
Notes for guests
Access: The accessibility guide is for guidance only. For up to date photos, please see the images on the webpage.
Heating: Biomass heating included.
Logs: Additional supply of logs may be purchased upon booking or prior to arrival for £6 per bag. Please note there are no logs available to buy on site so you will either need to come equipped with your own logs or ensure you pre-order.
Garden: Small enclosed lawn to the front of the house.
Parking: There is a large car parking area to the rear of the property.
Please note: As the house is situated within a deer park it is expected that you will find deer around the property, in the gardens and parking area.
In October the rutting season is underway, and at this time when the stags are gathering together their 'harem' they become particularly vocal and the roaring, whistling and barking will be evident throughout most nights.
Offers: Holiday cottage guests have free access to Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Estate during opening hours and after hours until dusk once the public have gone home. This is with the exception of Fridays in November, December and January when the estate is closed on Fridays.
Guests will benefit from a late Sunday (only) checkout at 12 noon.
*WiFi: This is now available, but please note that intermittent connection problems can sometimes occur and should not be relied upon. We are pleased to provide free WiFi at this cottage which is supported by BT.
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Choristers' House
A large house located on the Fountains Abbey estate designed by a famous name, with a unique style.
Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden
Brimham Rocks
Braithwaite Hall
Beningbrough Hall, Gallery and Gardens
East Riddlesden Hall
Rievaulx Terrace
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