Located in the sweet village of Bellerby, this traditional stone property is perfect for a relaxing Yorkshire trip with friends or family. You’ll have a wonderful pub 100 metres from your front door, and wonderful walking trails accessible without needing your car. What’s more, the world-famous Yorkshire Dales National Park starts just 5 miles away, opening up ample excellent opportunities for short and day-long hikes. The sweet country cottage has space for up to six guests over its three bedrooms, and two dogs are welcome to come along, too.
This rustic accommodation blends period features, such as wooden ceiling beams, with modern fixtures and fittings that ensure your stay is comfortable. In the welcoming lounge, sink into one of the sofas and switch on the TV, lighting the wood burner-effect fire for a cosy atmosphere on cold nights. The sweet country kitchen creates a pleasant atmosphere for meal prep, with its gas range cooker and colourful wall tiles adding to the charm. You’ll have two spots for eating, either in the kitchen or the separate dining room. At the rear of the property there’s a patio area furnished with a picnic bench – perfect for enjoying morning coffee as you draw up a plan for the day.
You’ll be in a rural spot with the nearest shops 2 miles away in Leyburn, which also has a Friday market for picking up local produce. Take your pet for satisfying walks in the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (5 miles) or absorb the beauty of the Aysgarth Falls (8.5 miles). For an educational afternoon out, head to Bolton Castle (6 miles), Easby Abbey (8.5 miles) and Kiplin Hall (14 miles). In the mood for some outdoor pursuits? At How Stean Gorge (22 miles) you can try caving, via ferrata and stand-up paddleboarding in a magnificent watery setting.