Plumpton Court in Nawton, England

Plumpton Court offers six en-suite rooms named Sweet Banks, Starfits, Windy Gill, Spring Wood, and Butterwick, each with individual decor. Rooms include private bathrooms with walk-in showers, garden or inner courtyard views, and tea and coffee makers. Flat-screen TVs with a large DVD selection are available in each room, and guests receive a welcome treat of homemade flapjack.

A full Yorkshire breakfast is served daily, featuring locally sourced ingredients, homemade marmalade, and fluffy scrambled eggs. Guests choose from full English, Irish, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options, plus cereals, fruits, yoghurts, and juices. The honesty bar in the lounge offers drinks and snacks, payable through an honesty book.

The lounge bar has a real fire and a wealth of local information, maps, and board games for guest use. A private gated car park with up to six spaces and a flower-filled secluded garden are available. Outdoor tennis court is also accessible for guests, and free WiFi is provided throughout the property.

Plumpton Court sits midway between Helmsley and Kirkbymoorside, a short walk from a local pub serving food. Guests can reach Castle Howard, Rievaulx Abbey, and the North York Moors Railway within minutes. Dalby Forest is 29 km away, Flamingo Land Theme Park is 20 km, and York Minster is 39 km from the hotel.

Hosts Chris and Jenny provide personalized service with recommendations for nearby restaurants and attractions. The property has smoke alarms and fire extinguishers, and non-smoking rooms throughout. Guests appreciate the attention to cleanliness and the quiet residential setting, with sheep and peacocks often roaming the area.

Rooms: Six individually decorated en-suite rooms with DVD library

Breakfast: Yorkshire breakfast with homemade marmalade and local ingredients

Amenities: Honesty bar, lounge with real fire, outdoor tennis court

Parking: Private gated car park with up to six spaces

Location: Between Helmsley and Kirkbymoorside, near Castle Howard and moors

Extras: Flapjacks on arrival, board games, local maps