Dray Cottage, Knaresborough

Opened in May 2010, Dray is one of the two new "cottages" now housed within the South-facing, 16th Century, Grade 11 Listed Stable Block of The Royal Oak after a three year restoration. (The other being Shire, ref 200.)
Hidden away in the further most corner of the secluded, award-winning, cobbled courtyard behind the historic and haunted Royal Oak, in the oldest part of Knaresborough, it offers surprising tranquility and privacy whilst being just minutes away from the major attractions of this increasingly popular, friendly tourist centre.
The deeds of the property, dating back to 1726, record the first known payment for an overnight stay at the Inn and these two Grade 2 listed Stable Cottages are still accessed through the very same archway, off the old Harrogate-Boroughbridge toll road.
Dray offers easy access to its own ground floor bedroom with the second floor devoted to one very large and luxurious en-suite bedroom.

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Accommodation

The ground floor is all on one level with travertine stone flooring throughout. The main entrance leads into the light and airy spacious lounge/dining room whilst the secondary, easy access entrance, leads to the ground floor super king size en-suite bedroom with zip and link orthopedic mattresses. En-suite is the wet room, complete with sauna (for 2 people), walk-in shower, with toilet, basin and heated towel rail. The fully fitted designer kitchen is between this bedroom and the sitting room. Originally the stable harness room it retains the original fireplace and chimney breast. The super king size loft-style bedroom, with its oak wooden flooring, is accessed from a designer built wooden galleried staircase. Again, the bed has orthopedic zip & link mattresses. The fully tiled en-suite has a double-ended bath with hand held shower, basin and toilet.

Services

Gas central heating, microwave, fridge freezer, gas hob with electric oven, eco kettle and toaster, DAB radio. TV with Virgin catch-up channels, DVD, Sony Boom box with iPod dock, books, and games. Hair driers and clock radios. Original artwork. High speed wireless internet on site. Gas Barbeque. Own garden furniture, and seating area. 2 Guest Bikes. All fuel, including Hot Tub use, linen, toiletries and towels included in the rent. Secure car parking for 2 cars. Welcome Tray of essentials on arrival. Utility room with washer / dryer. Ironing board and iron provided. Re-cycling unit. Short breaks welcomed. Maid service / personal shopper on request. Pet friendly. Undercover, heated, patio area available for smokers.Train station, pubs, restaurants, shops, bus stops all within 5mins walk.

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