The Old Forge

We loved that the property was small and cosy in an idyllic rural setting. The host Lisi went above and beyond our expectations during our stay., even hand delivering us a newly built bbq! The breakfast was well thought out and the bed was extremely comfortable. If you love wildlife this is the place for you, with wall to wall windows you can see creatures of all kinds from, goats to Guinea pigs, squirrels to hares and ducks to fish! We would 100% recommend staying here.

Nothing we didn’t like. Just an observation really. The patio outside the boot room and the pier decking were covered in dead leaves and the windows in need of a clean but nothing that affected our stay. The toilet and shower room would benefit from heating in the cooler months.

Everything. I stumbled across this quirky little place whilst looking for somewhere quiet and quaint to bring our pooch. We love stays a little bit different and this was just that. What a gorgeous little home! The hosts were super friendly from the booking, we never had a chance to say hello but they left everything we needed to have a perfect stay. If your looking for somewhere to reset, refresh and do nothing with a switch off this is place. Surrounded by nature, wildlife, stunning trees and green fields for miles, I could have sat there for ages watching out. The place is cosy, clean has hot water machine and coffee machine, we absolutely loved the breakfast provided, complete with fresh juices in the fridge, crossiants, muffins (delicious) brunch bars, yoghurts, fruit, it was lovely to have to hand and not have to think ahout what to take. It's clean and cosy and such a peaceful nights sleep. The toilet is a few steps out the door, complete with shower and towels etc also this didn't bother us as we have stayed in similar accommodation. We didn't get to make use of the little jetty over the water or the fire pit as the weather was a bit chilly and damp but we hope to return! Make sure you say hello to the local resident goats and guineas! Thanks for a wonderful stay and for accommodating our fur baby. We can't wait to visit again.

Nothing really only issue we had was Shower took a little while to heat up.

It’s a unique little room in the middle of no where you can let your worry’s slip away. After a bumpy start to my 3 day trip with my car breaking down and me no reaching my first desination, this little cute room was the salvation of my trip. Hot chocolate by the fire Dog running around free Some lovey goats you can feed. Lovely little continental breakfast In the morning. The room its self had great atmosphere, with a rustic country vibe, everything you need is facilitated The toilets are a couple feet away which is perfect for the mornings to wake you up. Very close to York in the car I can’t wait to book again, as soon as possible.

Location beautiful, bedroom & living area great with WiFi & tv and really comfy bed. Brilliant for dog owners too!

I think it needs to be made clearer that all bathroom facilities are in (very) nearby building. Daytime ok but not so good overnight in wind/rain. Breakfast could be improved with some savoury options as well as sweet. In either location on site a mirror with plug nearby for hairdryer would be helpful!