Details for Laskill Country House

Traditionally built of Yorkshire stone in the seventies Laskill has its own private spring water supply that runs down from the hillside. Originally built as a private residence, it has just opened its doors as a contemporary Bed and Breakfast establishment whilst still retaining its rural charm.

Local Area: Laskill is a small hamlet situated 5 miles to the NW of Helmsley (45 minutes from York). Dating back to the Middle Ages, and originally under the control of Rievaulx Abbey it is generally recognised that central Laskill is composed of only three buildings :- Laskill House itself, Laskill Grange and the Quaker Meeting House.

Laskill was important as a medieval trading place and also as a settlement for Cistercian monks. Skilled metallurgists, they established a highly advanced blast furnace, the single mediaeval furnace so far identified in Britain, which produced a very refined iron ore. Sadly its progress was ended in 1538 by Henry VIII with the destruction of Rievaulx Abbey

Accommodation: All bedrooms are stylishly furnished to a high standard with the emphasis being on attention to detail. All offering en-suite facilities, huge beds, feather and duck down duvets and pillows (Non - allergenic or blankets available on request), crisp Egyptian cotton sheets, thick towels and fluffy bath robes.

• For that special occasion we can provide handmade chocolates, flowers, champagne, cakes etc. Just ask for more...