MILLGATE HOUSE

At New Year, Millgate House was the setting for a special, celebratory dinner where we enjoyed fabulous hospitality from Austin and Tim. Their Georgian home, and garden, are magnificent and truly welcoming spaces. Everyone is made to feel at home on arrival with a generous and warm welcome. (Refreshments are offered without delay or hesitation... always welcome after a journey). The food was sublime, as always. But it is the magical combination of genuine hosts, excellent service, a stunning, authentic home and delicious, artful cooking which ensure we are frequent and grateful visitors.

This wonderful house and garden are right on the lively town square of Richmond, but the views and peace of inside the house and garden make it an entrance to another world - a capsule of the finest 18th century hospitality with lavish 21st century comfort. A deep, immensely comfortable bed and a large bath are surrounded by prints and mirrors and intriguing objects; dressing tables and silver teapots are luxuries of the past that some have forgotten, but not Tim and Oz! And downstairs roaring fires and a cuckoo clock add a touch of homeliness to what is otherwise a picture of great elegance. After a long walk in the moonlight up the Swaledale nothing could be better than sumptuous, truly brilliant cooking, where the cream pot of Yorkshire meets the flavour of Italy. And most of all, removing all stiffness, are the best hosts in the world. Fun, funny, and spectacularly generous. Their garden is the epitome of all of this - the finest plants, some very rare, coming together into a magical whole.

Having been invited to a wedding in the area I knew we needed accommodation for a couple of nights. After scouring the internet I stumbled on Millgate House. What a discovery. It’s an absolute privilege to stay in such a beautiful and historical house. If you love history you will love it here. Everywhere you turn there is something to feast your eyes on and every item has a story which the amazing Tim and Austin are more than happy to share to share with you. | |It’s easy to be distracted by the house but I can’t emphasise enough what wonderful hosts Tim and Austin are. They go above and beyond to ensure your comfort and every need is met. Nothing is too much trouble and as for breakfast|It’s outstanding and to be able to enjoy it in the stunning sitting room with the beautiful open fire creating the perfect ambiance was a real joy. |Nothing about the house disappoints. ||I could eulogise indefinitely but for now suffice to say we hope to return soon.

Christmas at Millgate was special. Couldn't have had a more perfect time. Tim and Austin are amazing hosts nothing is too much trouble, they go above and beyond with everything. |This place is just beautiful something special to look at in every room, antiques, grandfather clocks, silver wear and even silk carpets. |Christmas makes it even more special with a beautiful Christmas tree and sparkling fairy lights all around. It's just magical. |The food we had was outstanding amazing breakfast as always, but Christmas day we met in the drawing room with the blazing open fire and we were served champagne at 6:30 before entering the dining room for our four (well five if you had cheese as well) course Christmas dinner. We had the most wonderful meal a long side some amazing wines. Couldn't have asked for more. We returned to finish drinks in the drawing room to relax toend our evening. |Boxing day was similar, we had 4 courses again having scallops, green soup, then a turkey/ham salad buffet then a selection of desserts. Once again couldn't have asked for more. |If you want a magical Christmas this is the place to go.... But don't pinch our room!!! |Richmond has beautiful walks you can go on, to walk off some over your Christmas indulgences!!! |Couldn't recommend it more

My wife and I had the privilege of staying at the breathtaking property- Milgate House. We were looked after by two extraordinary and kind hosts Austin and Tim. Staying at Milgate house is a truly unique and memorable experience. We cannot recommend it highly enough - the exquisite food, period furniture, antiques and art work are beautifully curated by Tim and Austin. This was the standout experience from our trip to the UK.

What to say ?? This is, without doubt, one of ..if not THE .. most delightful place to stay....anywhere. Tim and Austin our fabulous hosts, for whom nothing is too much trouble. Everything is perfect. The welcome, the food, the ambience, the staff AND the lovely dogs. ||Millgate House is a testament to the devotion and care lavished over the years on this gorgeous Georgian house, and which has resulted in an exceptional and stimulating environment, awash with art, antiques, books and trinkets from around the world. No TV (good) No 'lounge music '(good) .. just relaxation, convivial conversation and a genuinely wonderful Christmas. Thanks a million. We loved it !! Sxx and Johnxx

How may I sing the praises more of Millgate House? We have stayed at Millgate House with its well-tended garden, intriguing rooms, delightful breakfasts and charming hosts many times since 2001, and we have written many reviews. What more can I say?|I refer you to the many other reviews on this site, and when they say all those positive things, believe them! Thank you, Austin and Tim! Folks, you are in for a treat!

Another spellbinding, delightful and delicious stay at Millgate House, hosted by two of my favourite people in the world. It is truly an oasis. The warmth, care and attention of Tim & Oz, the wonder and magic within the house, the garden that beckons and the utterly perfect meals mean that I never want to leave. |Thank you.