Lapwing
Ripon, North Yorkshire
At a glance details
- Sleeps 6
- Bedrooms 3
- Preferred changeover day Monday
- Minimum stay 3 nights
- Number of dogs welcome 0
- Acorn rating 3 What's this?
- Reference 020027
About Lapwing
A wood-burning stove, characterful stone walls and less than a mile from beautiful Fountains Abbey.18th-century Lapwing Cottage originally housed livestock on the ground floor whilst the upstairs was used as a granary. The cottage is bursting with character and boasts stone walls, exposed beams and a wood-burning stove.
Situated less than a mile from the world-famous Fountains Abbey, spend the morning exploring this fascinating site for free, guest at Lapwing Cottage are offered complimentary entry, before enjoying a stroll in the nearby deer park.
A short drive away from the cottage, seasoned walkers are spoilt for choice. Take on a mighty moorland hike on the North Yorkshire Moors, or opt for a gentler meander on the Dales.
Availability & book
- Selected dates
- Booked
- Unavailable
- Changeover day
Features and facilities
- Cot & high chair available
- Microwave available
- Fridge available
- Freezer available
- Dishwasher available
- Washing machine available
- Tumble dryer available
- Telephone available
- Television available
- DVD available
- WiFi* available
- Open fire / wood burner available
- Garden available
- BBQ not available
Accessibility
Not accessible
Layout
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Ground floor
Entrance lobby, lavatory and utility room, open-plan kitchen/sitting/dining room with wood-burning stove.
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First floor
Three bedrooms (one double with 5' bed and en-suite shower, one double and one twin), bathroom with shower over bath.
Notes for visitors
Access: If you would like a copy of the access statement for this cottage please call the team on 0344 800 2070.
Heating: Central heating included.
Garden: A shared courtyard to the front of the cottage.
Parking: Designated parking for two vehicles in car park next to the main entrance, approximately 25 metres from the cottage.
Children: There is a small pond in the field approximately 200 yards down the hill and we advise that young children should be supervised.
*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.
Please note: The water supply in this cottage comes from a borehole.
Offers: Holiday cottage guests have free access to Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Estate during opening hours.
Catering: The team at Fountains Abbey can provide a simple pie or casserole ready for you to pop in the oven. You can choose from: Chicken, Ham, Leek & Potato Pie, Seasonal Vegetable & Bean Casserole or Fish Pie. A minimum notice of 7 days is required for all food orders. Casseroles or pies will be delivered to the cottage and left in the fridge ready for your arrival.
Pricing is as follows: Adults £7 per head / Children £4 per head. Please note side vegetables are not included.
Places nearby
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- Lapwing
- Nearby National Trust places to visit
- Multiple places
Lapwing
A wood-burning stove, characterful stone walls and less than a mile from beautiful Fountains Abbey.
Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden
Beningbrough Hall, Gallery and Gardens
Lapwing
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