A great choice for a family getaway or couple’s escape, this high-quality, Scandi-style lodge blends cosy warmth with contemporary comforts. Set within a leafy, 60-acre estate on the edge of the North York Moors, it’s a welcoming base for exploring the surrounding countryside and nearby seaside towns.
Enter via the boot room, a practical space for storing outerwear, before strolling into the open-plan lounge, kitchen and dining area. Timber floors and log-clad walls create a feeling of rustic charm, while the corner sofa and flame-effect electric fire offer an inviting spot for quiet evenings with the Smart TV. The superb kitchen includes a dishwasher, wine cooler and breakfast bar, while the solid-wood dining table is a perfect place for family meals. On the first floor, tucked beneath sloping ceilings, the king-size bedroom includes a TV and dressing space, while the twin room has a TV and a PlayStation 4 for younger guests. All the beds have pocket-sprung, luxury Hypnos mattresses, and the handsome family bathroom comes with robes and slippers. A decked area outside includes a BBQ and dining furniture, ready for meals in the sunshine and under starry night skies, and there’s also a hot tub where you can enjoy blissful times soaking in 38°C bubbles. A bike rack is provided, and there’s a parking space for one car beside the lodge.
A mile away, the market town of Pickering boasts independent shops, pubs and places to eat, as well as a heritage train to the seaside town of Whitby, 21 miles away. For walking, cycling, high ropes and adventurous zip lines, Dalby Forest is 4.5 miles away, while Flamingo Land, a lovely day out for little ones, is just 5 miles away. At Castle Howard, 14 miles away, you can tour the majestic stately home and enjoy an excellent adventure playground.