Holiday cottage, York (7mls E), Yorkshire - Sleeps 6 (FCH83264)

Escape to this beautiful barn set on a farm in the picturesque East Riding of Yorkshire. Situated 2 miles from the delightful village of Stamford Bridge and 9 miles from historic York, the spacious, three-bedroom retreat sleeps six guests – perfect for families and groups of friends. With a private, walled courtyard garden for BBQs and summer lunches, the property also has access to mature, shared gardens and a lovely picnic area on the farm.

Wander inside to find light-filled, single-storey accommodation with convenient features such as wide doorways that make it accessible for guests with limited mobility. The capacious lounge, with its high, vaulted ceiling and exposed beams and brickwork is a comfortable place to while away your evenings together in front of your current boxset on the Smart TV.

Head through to the generous kitchen/diner, with its high ceiling, jolly colour scheme and breakfast bar, to cater for your group using the fresh ingredients you have sourced on your trips out. Gather around the table through in the dining area, a small step down, for your lively holiday meals together.

When you are ready to retire for the night, head through to one of the two king-size bedrooms or the twin. One of the king-sizes has an en-suite shower room and the other an en-suite wet room. There is also a family bathroom, with a spa bath. Have coffee out in the courtyard garden on sunny mornings and organise a picnic in the farm grounds later in the day.

Spend an afternoon together in York, exploring the fascinating city. Potter in the shops of the Shambles, dine out in a choice of restaurants and visit famous York Minster. Head 10 miles to go walking in the picturesque Howardian Hills or 22 miles to enjoy a day trip into the magnificent North York Moors National Park.