The Hill

The Hill is a stunning grade II listed period country house dating back to around 1850. The property was designed by renowned Architect William Butterfield and stands in an enviable position on the edge of the North Yorkshire village of Baldersby.

Following a complete renovation The Hill is everything you want to discover in a holiday home, stylish yet homely, traditional and full of character with all the conveniences for modern living.

Lots of space for eight guests with four sumptuously decorated bedrooms, relaxed, laid back living spaces, a wonderful kitchen opening onto the walled kitchen garden, terraced areas for lazy days soaking up summer and al fresco dining and all of this in the heart of Baldersby, only 6 miles from the North Yorkshire market town of Thirsk and 5 miles from the historic cathedral city of Ripon. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is a popular destination for tourists who want to explore the North Yorkshire Moors and Yorkshire Dales National Park.

With extensive gardens and a gated private driveway, you get that special feeling when you arrive that says, this is going to be a wonderful special place to stay. The Hill offers everything you need for a special celebration get together or for simply spending time with friends and family in beautiful surroundings. Welcoming dogs and ideal for families.

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The space

Entering this impressive home, you are immediately greeted with its grandeur and characterful charm.  The large entrance area leads directly into the extensive lounge/dining area which is flooded by natural light through the beautiful architectural windows, which face onto the extensive gardens, bringing the outside in. When you are ready to hunker down the comfy sofas are set around the log burner, making this the perfect place for relaxing on chilly evenings, enjoying a cosy night watching your favourite movies on the Smart T.V.

The dining area is home to an expansive table seating up to 10 guests, making this a sociable space for all to gather for fun and relaxing times, with an additional cosy log burner.

The kitchen at The Hill is what cook’s dreams are made of. Everything you require for cooking up tasty suppers or a hearty Yorkshire breakfast to include an impressive range cooker, microwave, fridge, freezer, kettle and toaster. An island unit adds an additional social element to this newly renovated space, with a traditional larder and additional ‘scullery’ with added preparation and storage space and large Belfast sink and dishwasher.

The kitchen leads out into the quaint courtyard garden and continues through an arched wall into the extensive gardens and additional patio area, ideal for catching the rising sun or enjoying a sundowner after a busy day exploring the hidden gems of North Yorkshire. On the ground floor you will also find a handy downstairs washroom.

The first floor is home to four extensive bedrooms. Three laid out with king bed formation and one twin bedroom. Each space follows the relaxing and gentle colour palette of downstairs and offer views across the gardens and beyond. Soft luxurious linens and the comfiest duvets and pillows guarantee a restful night’s sleep.

Two elegantly newly refurbished bathrooms are on offer, one with a huge walk-in shower, WC and basin and the second with a separate shower cubicle along with a claw foot bathtub which takes centre stage, perfect for soaking any aching muscles after a day spent exploring North Yorkshire.

Venturing outside through the arched wall into the extensive garden and grounds, you’ll find a lovely patio area, the perfect spot to take in the stunning scenery, enjoy a spot of lunch or an early evening drink and watch the sunset over the extensive gardens.  The private driveway has ample space for several cars, with beautiful wrought iron gates for added security.

This Hill has everything for the most beautiful escape to North Yorkshire imaginable, it will be difficult to steal yourself away from its enchantment.

Good to know

• Ample parking for several vehicles
• Dogs welcome
• Wi-Fi
• Bike storage
• Extensive gardens
• Exquisite interiors
• Linen and towels provided
• Smart TV
• Dishwasher
• Downstairs washroom
• Check in 4pm – Check out 10am

The local area

Baldersby is a picturesque village surrounded by beautiful countryside and is a popular destination for tourists who want to explore the North Yorkshire Moors. Rich in history that dates to the Roman times. The village is a great place to visit if you want to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is a great place to go for a walk or a bike ride. The village is also close to other popular destinations in North Yorkshire, such as Harrogate, Ripon and York.

Ripon lies only 5 miles from The Hill and is a cathedral city steeped in history and home to magnificent historical buildings and long observed traditions. You will find a trio of award-winning museums and a gothic cathedral that dates to the 7th century to explore.

The growth of the city through trade and manufacturing led to the building of a canal to link it to the navigable parts of the River Ure. Today this makes Ripon a delightful city to explore, with riverside and canal sidewalks that reach into the countryside and buildings that span the last thousand years. The city’s history is entwined with the church, both due to the cathedral in Ripon city centre and its proximity to the nearby Fountains Abbey. Ripon also boasts an outstanding racecourse, a glorious stately home, a magnificent abbey and popular theme park. There are always great things to do in Ripon. One of England’s oldest cities, the Hornblower who has blown his horn at 9pm every night for 1100 years to ‘set the watch’. Georgian and medieval buildings surround the ancient marketplace including the grade II listed Town Hall in which can be found the newly opened Tourist Information Centre. With a thriving marketplace and a magnificent cathedral, this beautiful little city will earn a place in any visitor’s heart.

Thirsk is a traditional North Yorkshire Market town superbly positioned midway between the stunning North York Moors and the beautiful Yorkshire Dales. It is near to the medieval city of York, Harrogate, Ripon and our county town Northallerton.

Nestled within ‘God’s Country’, Thirsk in North Yorkshire is a picture-perfect market town full of timeless charm. Framed by lush countryside and lined with cobbled streets, its intriguing history and famous connections are rivalled only by the inspiring natural beauty of its surrounds – making it a great destination for year-round breaks.

The town of Thirsk is over a thousand years old – though there has been a settlement on the site since 500BC – and its centuries are detailed through the old facades and historic buildings that still shoulder its roads, avenues and market square today. Famed for being where Thomas Lord was born, the founder of Lord’s Cricket Ground, and the home of James Herriot, the author of All Creatures Great and Small, it’s a fascinating place full of history – with the story of its streets intertwined with the lives of those who’ve lived there. Thirsk is filled with hidden gems to explore to include –

• The World of James Herriot is an award-winning visitor attraction in Thirsk, North Yorkshire. The fully-restored 1940s home and surgery of the best-selling author and vet, it invites fans to see what life really looked like for James. Among the collections are some of his books, car, and veterinary science exhibits.
• Over the last four decades, the Zillah Bell Gallery has gained a well-deserved reputation for its depth and breadth of artistic works. Displaying all kinds of contemporary art including paintings, prints, ceramics and more, its two floors and nine galleries provide space to showcase artists and inspire audiences.
• Monk Park Farm is a seasonal, family-attraction in Thirsk, set amongst 84 acres of land. Home to hundreds of beautiful animals, the park invites animal-lovers to say hello to its wallabies and alpacas, pet its guinea pigs and rabbits, and, if you’re lucky, feed its lambs and baby goats. There’s also a 1-mile walk around the farm connecting its four feeding stations.
• The 15th Century St Mary’s Church is one of Thirsk’s most famous attractions. Built on the site of a Norman Church, its attractive architecture has captured the eye of worshippers and onlookers alike for hundreds of years. Particularly striking are its pinnacles and spires, stony gargoyles and intricate stained-glass windows.
• The rooms and gardens of Sion Hill Hall – one of the last Edwardian stately homes to be constructed in Yorkshire – are available for private viewing through guided tours. The estate is also home to the Thirsk Birds of Prey Centre, which provides hands-on flying experiences with incredible birds of prey including eagles and owls.
• Just a short drive from the market town of Thirsk are the Hambleton Hills, a range of hills on the edge of the North York Moors. One of the most admired locations here is probably Sutton Bank hill, loved for its far-reaching views over Lake Gormire, the Vale of York and the Vale of Mowbray – described by James Herriot as “the finest view in England”.
• The birthplace of Thomas Lord, the English professional cricketer and founder of Lord’s Cricket Ground, Thirsk Museum is a real time-trap. Among its exhibits are features about local life, Yorkshire industries, cricket history and period furniture, costumes and toys. There are even the bones a Saxon giant and a haunted chair!
• Thirsk’s history of horseracing goes back to the 1700s, when Sutton Bank became the site of one of England’s first official racecourses in 1740. These days, the modern Thirsk Racecourse, which opened in 1923, remains a popular thoroughbred horseracing venue and hosts a number of events throughout the year.

Exploring further afield

• City of Ripon 5 miles
• Harrogate 20 miles
• City of York 28 miles
• Yorkshire Dales 30 miles
• Castle Howard 29 miles
• North York Moors National Park 17 miles
• North Yorkshire Coast 60 miles