Barker Stakes Farm, Pickering

Barker Stakes Farm, Pickering - Hotel Description

Set in 32 acres, on the banks of Pickering Beck, in a beautiful, peaceful location in North Yorkshire, this 18th century farmhouse offers attractive en suite bed and breakfast accommodation.

Just over a mile from the picturesque market town of Pickering, Barker Stakes Farm is a family-run farm, offering charming, spacious accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis. Your hosts, Steve and Sarah, offer a warm welcome.

Breakfast is included in the price and is served in the conservatory. Breakfasts are made using the best ingredients available locally, including the farm's own free-range eggs.

There are 8 en suite rooms, all situated on the ground floor, in converted outbuildings situated around a courtyard.

All of the rooms are comfortable and well equipped. Each room has a comfortable leather sofa or armchair, an LCD flat-screen TV and a DVD player. All rooms are equipped with fridges and tea/coffee making facilities. Every bed has a comfortable pocket spring mattress.

Pickering is the gateway to the North Yorkshire Moors and the farm is surrounded by some of the region's most spectacular scenery. With the farm as a comfortable, relaxing base, you can enjoy a restful break, go bird watching or take one of the many pleasant walking or cycling routes in the area. There is also 800 metres of trout fishing available on site. The farm's location also makes it an ideal base for trips to the Yorkshire coast,. The North Yorkshire Moors Railway is within easy reach, as is Eden Camp, Flamingo Land, York and Scarborough.

When the weather is good, enjoy a game of croquet or boules on the lawn or giant Jenga in the courtyard. The more athletic can enjoy a game of football on the field, table tennis in the barn or a game of Swingball. A children's play area is situated on the back lawn.

The farm also currently has 5 Dexter cows (Daisy, Tilley, Totty, Horace and Doris), loads of free-range hens, some ducks, 7 sheep, a rabbit and a guinea pig.

A range of DVDs, guidebooks and leaflets are available in reception.
Barker Stakes Farm is a family-orientated business, cots and high-chairs can be provided upon request. Special dietary needs can be accommodated by prior request.

9/10 Overall rating

Barker Stakes Farm, Pickering - Guest Services

• Activities: Table Tennis, BBQ Facilities, Golf Course (within 3 km), Children's Playground.
• General: Pets Allowed, Non-Smoking Rooms, Heating, Gay Friendly, Parking, Family Rooms, Free Parking, Garden.
• Services: Internet Services, Free Wi-Fi Internet Access Included, Fax/Photocopying, Laundry, Packed Lunches, Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN.

Barker Stakes Farm, Pickering - Hotel Policies

Important! Policies may vary from these depending on your room, date & rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.

• Check In: 16:00 - 19:00 hours
• Check Out: 10:00 hours
Cards accepted at the hotel:
• Visa,  Maestro,  American Express
• Deposit: 33 percent of the total amount will be charged on the day of booking and is non-refundable.
• Internet: Wireless internet is available in some hotel rooms and is free of charge.
• Pets: Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
• Parking: Free private parking is possible on site.
• Extra Charges: 15 % VAT is included. Service charge is not applicable. City/tourist tax is not applicable.
• Children and extra beds: All children are welcome. All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots. Maximum capacity of babycots in a room is 1.
• Cancellations: Please note, if cancelled, 33 percent of all nights will be charged. In case of no-show, 33 percent of all nights will be charged.