Morndyke Cottage is a beautiful holiday cottage in a gorgeous location near the North York Moors. It is on the family-run Morndyke Farm and sleeps three people in two bedrooms. The owners have gone to great efforts to ensure a high standard of accommodation with luxuries like underfloor heating and Laura Ashley furnishings. The two-bedroom self-catering cottage sleeps three people with accommodation all on one level. There is a shop, restaurant and pub all within a mile, and beautiful walks and bike rides from the door.
Rosie's Cottage is a modern barn conversion with accommodation all on the ground floor. The comfortable holiday rental sleeps four people in two stylish ensuite bedrooms, has underfloor heating throughout, and is dog-friendly. It is in the picturesque village of Oulston in the Howardian Hills AONB. The Foss Walk footpath passes nearby, and there are lots of places to walk and ride your bike. Thirsk and Malton are only a few miles away, while York and attractions like Castle Howard are also within easy reach for days out. It's an ideal location for couples, families or friends.
Old Bald Peg is a cottage with a pedigree as impressive as its Thoroughbred namesake. The Victorian terraced former estate cottage has been refurbished to provide a charming holiday home sleeping four guests in two bedrooms, with two well-behaved dogs welcome by prior arrangement. Situated in the quiet village of Wass, in the North York Moors National Park, within an easy stroll of two great gastropubs and the ancient ruins of Byland Abbey and close to the market towns of Helmsley, Thirsk and the historic city of York. Other local attractions include Rievaulx Abbey, Castle Howard, Sutton Bank and the Kilburn White Horse. Explore the Cleveland Way, the North Yorkshire Heritage Coast and the wild beauty of the moors.
There's nothing like the sheer beauty of the North York Moors to leave you feeling revitalised and in love with the world. This welcoming self-catering apartment is ideal for couples or solo adventurers who want to explore far and wide, taking in not only the majestic moors but also lakes, woodlands, rolling countryside and impressive hills leading to panoramic vistas. Cote Ghyll Holiday Apartment is part of the award-winning Cote Ghyll holiday park, only a 10-minute walk from Osmotherley village and favourite pubs such as the Red Lion and the Three Tuns. With easy access to footpaths, cycling routes, golf courses and bridleways, you can explore the national park to your heart's content.
A holiday in the North York Moors should be on everyone's bucket list. The pure expanse of the unspoiled landscape will take your breath away. Cote Ghyll Cottage is ideal for large families as it can sleep up to eight people in four bedrooms, offering not only a sitting room with a proper open fireplace but also a games room that will keep the kids happily amused for hours. The cottage is on the edge of the pretty village of Osmotherley and within walking distance of cafes and pubs. Guests also have access to the excellent facilities of the owner's award-winning holiday park.
Leake Greens is a bright & welcoming holiday lodge situated at the top of the hillside village of Borrowby. Wake up to green pastures and a panoramic view of the Hambleton Hills. Large enclosed garden & plenty of parking. Furnished to a high standard. 5 miles north of Thirsk. Great base for exploring North Yorkshire. Easy access to A19, York, Moors and Dales, East Coast. Good for Walking and Cycling. We welcome a well behaved dog.
"Ivy Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. The small historic village of Husthwaite lies on the edge of the North York Moors National Park, overlooking the Vale of York. Picturesque and peaceful, the village is a perfect introduction to "Herriot Country", a beautiful old Norman church,...
"3 Bed Cottage in Thirsk" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in North Yorkshire. Additional information and rules - 3 bedrooms - 1 super-king-size, 1 super-king-size (zip and link, can be made into twins on request), 1 twin (zip and link, can be made into a super-king-size on request) - 1 bathroom with bath, shower...
"2 Bed Cottage in Thirsk" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in North Yorkshire. Additional information and rules - 2 bedrooms - 2 king-size - 1 bathroom with shower over the bath, and WC - Kitchen - Induction hob, electric oven, dishwasher, fridge/freezer and Lavazza Coffee machine - Utility Room - washer/dryer...
"The Tack Room" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. With the gateway to the North York Moors National Park to the east and Yorkshire Dales National Park to the west, the bustling town of Thirsk boasts a quaint market place, splendid Georgian buildings, and a Norman church. Here there are a...
"4 Bed Cottage in Thirsk" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in North Yorkshire. Additional information and rulesNo dogs allowed - 4 Bedrooms- 1 king-size, 1 double and 2 twins - 1 Bathroom, 1 shower room, 1 wet room and 1 separate WC - Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, 2 fridges, freezer and...
"Jasmine Cottage" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in North Yorkshire. Dalton is a pretty, tranquil village situated seven miles north of Richmond in North Yorkshire, perfectly nestled between the two national parks of the Yorkshire Dales and the Yorkshire Moors. Visit the many nearby market towns of Richmond and...
"Linden Tree Holiday Apartments" is a 1 bed holiday BandB sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire.
"The Carpenters Arms" is a 1 bed holiday Hotel sleeping up to 4 guests in North Yorkshire.
"2 Bed in Thirsk 87460" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in North Yorkshire.
"West House" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in North Yorkshire.
"3 Bed in Thirsk 91245" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in North Yorkshire.
"The Hill" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in North Yorkshire.
"Vale of York restaurant and rooms" is a 1 bed holiday Hotel sleeping up to 1 guests in North Yorkshire.
"Wethercote Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in North Yorkshire. Situated on the southern edge of the North York Moors National Park and set in a sheltered corner of Upper Ryedale, Helmsley is a vibrant market town with a spacious square. Surrounded by houses, hotels and shops, the town centre is a lively...
"The Golden Fleece Hotel, Thirsk, North Yorkshire" is a 1 bed holiday Hotel sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire.
"The Golden Fleece Hotel, Thirsk, North Yorkshire" is a 1 bed holiday Hotel sleeping up to 3 guests in North Yorkshire.
"Newsham Grange Farm" is a 1 bed holiday BandB sleeping up to 4 guests in North Yorkshire.
"Newsham Grange Farm" is a 1 bed holiday BandB sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire.
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Those in search of holiday cottages in the North York Moors will have lots to choose from in and around Thirsk. Discover luxury self-catering accommodation with views over the Yorkshire Moors and beyond. Alternatively, we have plenty of large holiday homes ideal for groups featuring private parking, free WiFi and secure gardens. You’ll even spot a few more unusual stays in our Thirsk collection, from cosy lodges and authentic log cabins to splendid historical properties!
Whether you’re craving an adventure, want to bring your favourite stories to life or you’re keen to learn more about the past at the likes of Sutton Bank, Thirsk really does have something for everyone. You could also enjoy laidback days in picture-perfect nearby market towns and villages. Plus, with our huge selection of self-catering holiday accommodation options in Thirsk, you’re sure to find something to suit you.
Take it easy and enjoy market town life or head into the nearby countryside. Either way, you won’t get bored in Thirsk.
Travelling to Thirsk from one of the major cities in the UK? We’ve rounded up the average distances by car, so you can factor in your journey time.
London: 225 miles
Birmingham: 148 miles
Glasgow: 195 miles
Liverpool: 116 miles
Bristol: 237 miles
Manchester: 88 miles
Leeds: 44 miles
Edinburgh: 180 miles
Newcastle: 63 miles
North Yorkshire has firmly positioned itself as one of the most popular holiday destinations in the UK. With so much to offer, it’s hard to know where to start! Here we list a few of our top staycation spots: