Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin. Shower Room with walk in shower, basin and WC. Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with electric fire. External utility.
Parking available (Off Road Parking)
Check In - 15:00
Check Out - 10:00
This delightful, semi-detached, stone-built cottage in Pickering can sleep up to four people in two bedrooms.
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This attractive, semi-detached, stone-built cottage, adjoining the owners' home and bed and breakfast, is situated in the historic market town of Pickering, the gateway to the North York Moors National Park. This cottage is well placed for families wishing to explore the spectacular surrounding countryside, with easy access to the popular seaside towns of Whitby and Scarborough.
Offering bright and airy accommodation, the cottage has two tastefully-styled bedrooms, as well as a modern, family shower room. An open plan living area features a well-equipped kitchen, a dining area where you can sit down to enjoy family meals and discuss the day's adventures, and a comfortable sitting area, where you can cosy up after a day exploring the Yorkshire Moors.
Outside are well-kept communal gardens, where you can sit on sunny summer mornings and enjoy a cup of coffee, before embarking on a day of adventures across North Yorkshire. An easy ten-minute walk brings you into the centre of this popular, bustling market town, boasting a wide range of independent shops, tempting tea rooms and friendly pubs and restaurants.
Take a magical trip on the North York Moors Steam Railway, which winds its way through beautiful scenery to the small village of Grosmont. History buffs will love to while away pleasant afternoons at the Beck Isle Museum and Pickering Castle, and for theme park lovers, Flamingo Land is a few minutes’ drive from this Pickering cottage.
Enjoy a fun-filled day riding the roller coasters and meet the animals in the zoo! On lazy summer afternoons, why not try your hand at trout fishing at the local trout farm? Visit the stately homes of Duncombe Park, Castle Howard and Scampston Hall, and marvel at the abbey ruins of Byland and Rievaulx.
With the North Yorkshire Coast merely a half hour drive away, and fantastic walking opportunities over the nearby open moors, this cottage truly makes a fantastic base, all year round.
Electric central heating with electric fire. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, shared use of tumble dryer in external utility, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi, selection of books and games. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot and highchair on request. Off road parking for 1 car. Lockable bike storage. Front and rear shared gardens with furniture. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop 5 mins walk, pub 2 mins walk. Note: Property lies on the A170, some road noise may be heard. Note: This property has a 3-night minimum for bookings.
The beautiful market town of Pickering is located on the North Yorkshire Moors National Park border. According to town legend, it was founded by Peredurus, a king who ruled during 270 BC. Pickering is filled with flowing streams and limestone hills, creating a spectacular and dramatic backdrop. For evenings out, the town has plenty of theatres, leisure centres and live music; an annual Jazz Festival is held during the month of July.
Nature lovers will find Pickering especially appealing with its breathtaking landmarks, such as Dalby Forest, which is home to a variety of beautiful trees and animals such as the nightjar bird and roe deer. Another wonderful conservational must-see is the North Yorkshire Moors National Park itself, consisting of miles of stunning and unspoilt countryside.
Tourists will love a taste of royalty by visiting Pickering Castle. The castle was built in Motte and Bailey style during the 13th and 14th centuries and later fortified in stone.
