Walking holidays with Where2Walk
You're never far from a breathtaking walk in Yorkshire and so we've partnered with Where2Walk to bring you over 400 cottages in Yorkshire's most stunning locations so you can enjoy the best of what Yorkshire has to offer on foot. We've joined up with Jonathon Smith of Where2Walk, a local expert who has been walking the footpaths of Yorkshire all his life (you can usually cath him somewhere with his faithful companion Mist the Border Collie!). Here he shares his top tips to making the most of your stay in Yorkshire.
The benefits of walking in Yorkshire:
- Variety of landscape that is within an easy drive from any of the Yorkshire cottages: rolling hills, high moors, interesting valleys, riverside walking, pretty villages, market towns
- Empty: there are few people out on the footpaths compared to somewhere like the Lake District so a real sense of space, exploration and emptiness (in a positive way)
- Paths are excellent and in good condition, not over eroded
- History: Abbey walks, stone age settlements, lead/iron mining from the 19th century, smugglers/coastal, geological differences including limestone country.
- Some excellent mountains in the Dales including the ‘Dales 30 ‘
- In addition it is of course healthy and good fun!
How to make the most of your walking holiday:
- Take a navigation course, learn to read a map and use a compass and therefore enjoy walking further afield (special rates available for Ingrid Flute customers)
- Hire an expert guide for a day to show you the best places to walk or take you safely but further than you would normally go
- Challenge yourself and climb the mountains of the Dales 30.
The cottages below are our favourites for walking, with many close to famous walking routes or with beautiul trails right from the doorstep. Our team would be happy to offer any recommendations for places to stay, routes to meet your abilities or suggest great pubs along the routes! Call us on 01947 600700.
Ingleby Greenhow, North York Moors
Y021
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£561 - £898- Manor Cottage is a beautiful stone built two bedroom converted cottage set in its own private garden within the grounds of Ingleby Manor. The property offers an amazing modern interior with high quality furnishing and fabrics.
- 4 Guests
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- No Pets
- WiFi
- Garden/Courtyard
- Games room
- Pub 0.5 miles
- Open fire or woodburner
Helmsley, North York Moors
Y039
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£769 - £1666- Beautiful four bedroomed property, recently refurbished to a high standard, retaining many period features. Located in the town of Helmsley on the edge of the North York Moors.
- 8 Guests
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- 1 Pet
- WiFi
- Garden/Courtyard
- Beach 19 miles
- Pub 1 mile
- Open fire or woodburner
Masham, Yorkshire Dales
DS450
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£301 - £573- Situated on the edge of an 'Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty' in the Lower Wensleydale, this charming cottage is a walker's paradise with pretty riverside walks nearby, and excellent opportunities for bird-watching.
- 4 Guests
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathroom
- No Pets
- WiFi
- Garden/Courtyard
- Beach 69 miles
- Pub 1.5 miles
- Open fire or woodburner
Ingleton, Yorkshire Dales
DS334
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£460 - £560- This detached one bedroomed bungalow is all on one level. There is a garden with patio and outside seating. The property is situated in eight acres of its own land and has stunning views over surrounding countryside.
- 2 Guests
- 1 Bedroom
- 1 Bathroom
- No Pets
- WiFi
- Garden/Courtyard
- Beach 20 miles
- Pub 2 miles
Leyburn, Yorkshire Dales
DS043
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£347 - £664- This stone cottage sleeping four has been furnished to a very high standard, ideal for a relaxing or touring holiday. Located within walking distance of the local pub and close to the popular market town of Leyburn in the Yorkshire Dales.
- 4 Guests
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathroom
- 1 Pet
- WiFi
- Garden/Courtyard
- Beach 58 miles
- Pub 0.2 miles
Hackness, North York Moors
SA889
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£361 - £692- This beautiful, well-equipped cottage is perfect for those who wish to explore the countryside, the property is pet friendly with a garden and outdoor seating.
- 4 Guests
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathroom
- 1 Pet
- WiFi
- Garden/Courtyard
- Beach 6.5 miles
- Pub 4 miles
- Open fire or woodburner
Cropton, North York Moors
Y004
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£391 - £728- Hobbits Hideaway is a beautiful cottage offering high quality accommodation and situated in the charming village of Cropton near Pickering, on the border of the North York Moors National Park.
- 6 Guests
- 3 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathroom
- No Pets
- WiFi
- Garden/Courtyard
- Pub 0.5 miles
Lealholm, North York Moors
WA965
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£467 - £991- Hole In The Ellers is a traditional detached stone-built cottage situated in the most beautiful rolling countryside on North Yorkshire Moors near the village of Lealholm.
- 8 Guests
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- No Pets
- No WiFi
- Garden/Courtyard
- Pub 4 miles
- Open fire or woodburner
Caldbergh in Coverdale, Yorkshire Dales
DS911
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£578 - £873- Rose Cottage is a traditional stone cottage located in the tranquil hamlet of Caldbergh in the Yorkshire Dales National Park, three miles from the horse racing town of Middleham and Leyburn a little over five miles.
- 5 Guests
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- No Pets
- WiFi
- Garden/Courtyard
- Beach 60 miles
- Pub 1.5 miles
- Open fire or woodburner
Crayke, North York Moors
Y056
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£452 - £873- 15% off this lovely property in Crayke until end of March 2019
- 5 Guests
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- No Pets
- WiFi
- Garden/Courtyard
- Beach 42 miles
- Pub 0.01 miles
- Open fire or woodburner
Skipton, Yorkshire Dales
DS114
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£316 - £603- This cosy cottage is Ideal for a relaxing holiday, with plenty of attractions within the town, including the historic castle and the Leeds to Liverpool canal which has regular cruises.
- 3 Guests
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathroom
- 1 Pet
- WiFi
- Garden/Courtyard
- Pub 0.1 miles
Hackness, North York Moors
SA888
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£361 - £692- This beautiful cottage is unique and full of character with an enclosed garden with outside seating and off-street parking. The main part is on one level and suitable for people with mobility problems.
- 4 Guests
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- No Pets
- WiFi
- Garden/Courtyard
- Beach 6 miles
- Pub 3 miles