Holiday cottage, Masham (5ml S), Yorkshire - Sleeps 2 (FCH73681)

Stay a while in this traditional cottage with bright interiors, wooden beamed ceilings, and an exposed stone inglenook fireplace with a warming wood burner. Set in the Nidderdale National Landscape, this spacious two-bed property is an excellent choice for a couple or small family seeking a quiet countryside getaway while still being close to local eateries and the historic city of Ripon.

As you enter the lounge, your eyes will be drawn to the wood burner which will keep you cosy while relaxing on the sofa or armchair. This room is decorated with countryside-themed artwork. Continue into the stylish, neutral-toned kitchen/diner to find a wooden dining table which sits beside a sash window.

The farmhouse-style fitted kitchen with shaker-style cabinets offers ample worktop space for preparing a hearty meal. Also on the ground floor is a utility room with a WC. Climb the stairs to reach a bathroom, a French-chic king-size bedroom, and a single bedroom. Outside is a walled courtyard garden with furniture and a BBQ.

Start your day with a wander around Kirkby Malzeard past the countryside pub, takeaway shop, and beck (all within 0.5 miles). Step back in time with a trip to the motte-and-bailey Mowbray Castle (1.5 miles) or the fascinating Druid’s Temple (6 miles). Spend a day visiting the museums, medieval cathedral and shops in Ripon (6 miles) before enjoying a walk along the River Skell.

Head to Fountains Abbey (7 miles) to find footpaths through the Seven Bridges Valley, the Surprise View and Anne Boleyn’s Seat. Also near here is the Studley Royal Deer Park (7 miles).