Self-catering holiday cottages in North Yorkshire

Ashknott Cottage is a great place to stay, a true rural retreat and ideal base to go out and about exploring the stunning Yorkshire scenery which surrounds it. Located in the pretty lower dales Village of Kirkby Malzeard, in the Nidderdale area of outstanding beauty, this friendly, relaxed village boasts two real ale pubs, a village shop, post office, tea rooms and an award winning butchers shop! Ashknott Cottage is a self-catering, four star cottage, oozing charm and character which sleeps two adults only. Featured in Alistair Sawday's 'Special Escapes' and dating back to the 1800’s, this stone built beamed property, offers a truly comfortable holiday experience and great facilities to all those guests who enjoy walking, mountain-biking or simply relaxing withi.... click icon to read more.

This charming Grade II listed cottage (c1834) nestles next to the church in the heart of Askrigg, enjoying stunning views across Wensleydale, whilst being only 2 minutes walk from the shops, restaurants, pubs and village amenities. The cottage is restored to a high standard but retains its original beamed ceilings, plank doors, stone shelves and fabulous inglenook fireplace with a multifuel stove. There is a completely private and secluded walled garden at the rear of the cottage.Co-ordinating fabrics are used throughout the cottage to enhance its very special atmosphere. Askrigg nestles beneath the stunning fells of Ellerkin and Askrigg Common towards the top of Wensleydale. Its two and three storey stone houses and cottages line the main street, with the 15th century par.... click icon to read more.

If you are a couple looking for a chic town centre pied-a-terre then Number Two is the property for you. Much thought has been given to the décor throughout, making good use of natural woods and granite, pastel colours and co-ordinated fabrics, to give a modern and stylish interior. Number Two is tucked away in one of the ancient and secluded wynds (wynd is a Norse term dating from the Viking invasions of the area), which are a feature of Richmond, and is so close to the castle that you can see the castle keep from the bedroom window. South View is just off cobbled Newbiggin, one of the finest of Richmond's streetscapes, with elegant Georgian townhouses and the old gaol at the end.There is no need to use the car on a daily basis as Richmond offers excellent local shopping, including.... click icon to read more.

Special cottages for two are always sought after, and School Cottage is no exception. It is delightfully situated in Newbiggin-in-Bishopdale, and was at one time the village school with its tall stone mullioned windows upstairs. These fill the cottage with light, and ensure that you can make the most of the fabulous views over open countryside to both the front and back of the cottage. This is a cosy, romantic retreat with a sense of luxury in a beautiful location.Bishopdale is the largest of Wensleydale's tributary valleys, presided over where it joins Wensleydale by the massive ruins of Bolton Castle, built in 1379, and now open to the public.Bishopdale is probably one of the greenest valleys, and is a mile wide at its lower end and narrowing towards its head at Kidstones Pass, six.... click icon to read more.

Situated just off the market square this tiny Grade II listed cottage - probably the smallest cottage in Settle makes an ideal base for walking or touring the Yorkshire Dales and the Lake District.Settle, one of the main market towns serving the Yorkshire Dales, richly deserves it’s reputation as a great destination for leisure be it shopping, holidaying or day tripping. Shopping here is interesting. The town is crammed with independent, family owned businesses where a smile, a chat and good advice are found in abundance. Visitors to Settle are spoilt for choice with places to eat. There are a varied selection of eating places offering an extensive range of foods both traditional and innovative. For those who want to relax in the cottage of an evening but not cook, .... click icon to read more.

Converted from a former printer's workshop this 19th century building situated just off the market square makes an ideal base for walking or touring the Yorkshire Dales and the Lake District.Settle, one of the main market towns serving the Yorkshire Dales, richly deserves it’s reputation as a great destination for leisure be it shopping, holidaying or day tripping. Shopping here is interesting. The town is crammed with independent, family owned businesses where a smile, a chat and good advice are found in abundance. Visitors to Settle are spoilt for choice with places to eat. There are a varied selection of eating places offering an extensive range of foods both traditional and innovative. For those who want to relax in the cottage of an evening but not cook, .... click icon to read more.

This Grade II listed cottage can be found just off the main square of this popular market town and makes an ideal base for walking or touring the Yorkshire Dales and the Lake District.Settle, one of the main market towns serving the Yorkshire Dales, richly deserves it’s reputation as a great destination for leisure be it shopping, holidaying or day tripping. Shopping here is interesting. The town is crammed with independent, family owned businesses where a smile, a chat and good advice are found in abundance. Visitors to Settle are spoilt for choice with places to eat. There are a varied selection of eating places offering an extensive range of foods both traditional and innovative. For those who want to relax in the cottage of an evening but not cook, there a.... click icon to read more.

1 Middlegate provides the perfect holiday retreat in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales National Park.  It is ideal for anyone who enjoys walking and is located in the delightful, peaceful hamlet of Burtersett on the south side of Wensleydale.  It offers magnificent views up and down the dale and is situated just a gentle one mile stroll from the bustling market town of Hawes.Burtersett is ideally situated for exploring all aspects of the Yorkshire Dales.  Whether you enjoy walking, cycling, climbing or driving you will enjoy this lovely location. The geographical location and natural history combine wonderfully to provide an excellent array of activities. Situated in the Northern Dales, Hawes is one of England's highest market towns. It is a picturesque tow.... click icon to read more.

A most charming and characterful mid 19th century stone built terraced cottage in the centre of Askrigg, and across the road from the pretty Askrigg Beck, Burn Cottage is ideally placed to make the most of the village and its amenities. The cottage has been completely and sympathetically refurbished to make the most of its original features with deepset windows, beamed ceilings, stone flagged and oak floors, a multi fuel stove and a walled patio garden to relax in on warmer days. Burn Cottage has been carefully prepared to give you every comfort during your holiday, and a wonderful home from home to return to at any season of the year.Askrigg nestles beneath the stunning fells of Ellerkin and Askrigg Common towards the top of Wensleydale. Its two and three storey stone houses and.... click icon to read more.

Flowery Dell Luxury Pine Lodges are set in a lovely peaceful valley on the edge of a wood with stream running through, just over one mile away from the historic market town of Richmond. This beautiful unspoilt area is wonderfully located on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park.  It offers an abundance of natural wildlife and wild flowers and provides a perfect tranquil environment for a peaceful holiday in the heart of some of Yorkshire's most beautiful countryside. The Scandinavian Pine Lodges are fully equipped with all the modern appliances to make your stay both relaxing and memorable.  If you like serious walking, site seeing, or simply relaxing amongst the countryside then Flowery Dell is the perfect base for.... click icon to read more.

Coachman's Loft, recently converted, is situated away from the main road, in the grounds of Grassgill House, a Grade II listed property dating back to 1765. It is located in the Wensleydale village of West Witton, with a 4 star rating and is ideally situated to take full advantage of everything that the Yorkshire Dales have to offer.West Witton has two pub (one which was voted England's seafish pub of the year 2006), and a Post Office/Village Shop with further excellent amenities available in Leyburn, just 4 miles away. The property lies in the lee of Pen Hill and there are many excellent walks available from the doorstep taking in the pretty village of West Burton and the stunning Aysgarth Falls. Nearby, there are numerous sites of historical inter.... click icon to read more.

This former mill workers cottage is situated in a quiet rural location at the bottom of a country lane between the river on one side and a charming mill pond on the other. It is one of just 12 houses built in a cobbled street in 1783 to house workers for the cotton mill and has recently been lovingly and meticulously restored. The cottage can accommodate 4 people and forms an ideal base from which to discover the Yorkshire Dales. There's something for everyone nearby. The surrounding Yorkshire Dales and the Three Peaks offer waterfalls, walks, spectacular views and caves in abundance. The town of Settle, just a mile away across the fields has a variety of pubs, restaurants and shops and its Tuesday market is well worth a visit. The Forest of Bowland, an area of outstanding.... click icon to read more.

Tates Cottage was built around 1840 and was originally an old coaching inn. It now offers self-catering holiday accommodation in an enviable position with views of the harbour and conveniently located close to pubs, shops and beaches. The cottage is located in the old part of town and close to the Gothic Abbey which was founded in 656. The abbey and the 199 steps leading to it was the inspiration for Bram Stoker to write dracula and brings crowds of goths to the town in april and october.Whitby is a very picturesque ancient fishing town in North Yorkshire and a very historic maritime centre on the edge of the North Yorkshire Moors. Nautical history includes Captain James Cook and William Scoresby, inventor of the crows nest and explorer. The east side of t.... click icon to read more.

Two cottages which provide an excellent base for walking, being on the very edge of the Moors and having immediate access to fields, tracks, woods and a network of public footpaths including the link walk; you can walk out leaving your car behind! Named after the well-known, panoramic view looking down from the nearby church at Gillamoor; they are only 1 mile from the picturesque village of Hutton-le-Hole with its renowned Ryedale Folk Museum.Even though in the heart of the country, they are central for cycling and touring the area, being only 25 miles from York, Whitby & Scarborough. They have a wealth of historic Abbeys, Churches and Castles on the doorstep as well as major attractions like Castle Howard, North York Moors Railway, & Flamingoland. There are shops and serv.... click icon to read more.

Two cottages which provide an excellent base for walking, being on the very edge of the Moors and having immediate access to fields, tracks, woods and a network of public footpaths including the link walk; you can walk out leaving your car behind! Named after the well-known, panoramic view looking down from the nearby church at Gillamoor; they are only 1 mile from the picturesque village of Hutton-le-Hole with its renowned Ryedale Folk Museum.Even though in the heart of the country, they are central for cycling and touring the area, being only 25 miles from York, Whitby & Scarborough. They have a wealth of historic Abbeys, Churches and Castles on the doorstep as well as major attractions like Castle Howard, North York Moors Railway, & Flamingoland. There are shops .... click icon to read more.