The Old Vicarage Richmond

We had an amazing week at the Old Vicarage. Total privacy, down a long private road, with amazing views of the Swale valley in 3 directions. The house is great: spacious and full of lovingly restored woodwork, comfortable beds and stunning views. The pool etc. was over and above what we expected - great for the children who spent hours each day in the pool, and for the adults who relaxed in the sauna/steam room/gym etc. Trips to the river were also a big highlight. We hope to come again!

A comfortable, spacious and well-equipped house in splendid isolation, this was a perfect base for a family get-together. Both house and leisure facilities were immaculate and Julia ensured a warm welcome. The house is situated in stunning countryside with sweeping views. The fields and skies teem with wildlife and the call of the curlew.

We were a party of ten, two families of four with children of 13, 11, 8 and 5, and ourselves (grandparents). The house, which is isolated but set in beautiful countryside, is quiet, very comfortable and with excellent bathrooms. The leisure facilities - including a magnificent heated indoor pool, jacuzzi, sauna, steam room, fully equipped fitness centre with, additionally, table tennis and table football and - important for everyone - an excellent music system - were an immediate hit with all ages. Our hostess Julia was very responsive and helpful. Strongly recommended.

As a family we have been somewhat disappointed with the quality and high price of several ‘old’ houses we have rented over the past 14 years but The Old Vicarage is definitely not one of them! Excellent communication from Julia (the owner) on booking, pre arrival information and guided tour on arrival. The welcome pack was excellent,everything you would need on arrival and beyond, along with a large basket of fresh fruit. Highly recommended by our 3 generations we will definitely return.