The northern city of York is famous for many things; the historic walls that still surround the bustling centre, the location’s pivotal role in the War of the Roses, and the incredible gothic cathedral that has stood amongst the streets since the 13th century. It’s the perfect holiday destination for fans of history, with plenty of different attractions including places like the York Dungeons, York Castle Museum and Jorvik Viking centre. Visitors can also explore the winding streets of quirky little shops, dine in a fantastic range of eateries that includes the famous Betty’s Tea Rooms, or walk the city walls to admire views of the whole city. Read more
A collection of six award winning holiday cottages (rated Five star Gold) with views across the Yorkshire Wolds just two miles from the vibrant market town of Beverley. PRICES RELATE TO A 2 BEDROOM COTTAGE. Cosy cottages to sleep two or four and larger barn conversions that sleep up to twelve, all have a private garden and free WIFI. An ideal self-catering base for visiting the areas many attractions and wildlife reserves – there are walks from the door with pubs and restaurants close by. Tourist board rating: 5 Star Gold
Tucked away in a quiet yet convenient location in Sedbergh, the Elephant House is a beautifully furnished holiday home in the Yorkshire Dales. Sleeping six guests in three beautiful bedrooms (one on the ground floor with an ensuite shower room), and with a dedicated office space for those needing to log on whilst away, it is ideal for families, extended families and friends holidaying together. With cycle routes and walks from the front door this is the perfect holiday home for an outdoor adventure. For those wanting to explore further afield the Lake District and the coastal AONB of Arnside and Silverdale are also within easy reach.
Experience The Old Brewery, a super large detached house in Cowgill, Dentdale, sleeping seven guests across four bedrooms. This spacious property sits in Yorkshire Dales National Park countryside and direct access to the Dales Way. The group holiday home features modern amenities including a woodburner, utility room, and en-suite facilities, plus convenient access to Whernside, Arten Gill Viaduct, and spectacular fell walking. Handy for Dent village cafes, pubs, village store & The Heritage Centre, with Dent Railway Station & The Sportsman's Inn a pleasant walk up the road, this holiday rental in the Yorkshire Dales provides an authentic base for exploring England's most dramatic limestone landscapes and peaceful valley walks & less than 30 miles to Windermere & The Lake District National Park.
Just outside the village of Commondale in the picturesque North Yorkshire Moors, this welcoming holiday cottage provides exceptionally comfortable self-catering and an ideal base for exploring the areas many attractions including Whitby and the lovely bays of Runswick bay, Sleights with in a 20min drive and the beautiful city of York within easy driving distance.
This wonderfully refurbished stone holiday cottage is next to The Stray and within a 15-minute walk of Harrogate's town centre. It sleeps four people in two beautiful bedrooms and is ideal for couples, families or friends who want to shop, eat and explore Harrogate and the surrounding Yorkshire Dales. Day trips can include sightseeing in York, shopping in Leeds, and visiting charming market towns such as Ripon, Knaresborough and Skipton. Walking, cycling and mountain biking are all readily accessible, with routes to suit everyone. Strayside Cottage is available for bookings all year round.
Large Cumbrian Holiday Cottage sleeps 16 guests (or 20 using sofa beds), this 1794 grade 2 listed self-catering retreat is just perfect for large groups for milestone events, birthdays or anniversary celebrations & get togethers and is located within the Yorkshire Dales National Park and alongside the Lake District National Park with easy access to the attractions of both . Full of country charm, Fawcett Mill beautifully combines fabulous original features such as a old style range and log burner & open fires, wooden beams, & 4 poster beds with modern comforts including a sauna, seven bedrooms and internet access ensuring the whole party can relax in comfort. In a picturesque setting with water fall and a stream running through the grounds, this welcoming holiday rental for large groups is just perfect for celebrating milestone birthday, anniversaries, family events & for walking , cycling, relaxing and catching up with friends and family.
For refined elegance and relaxed luxury, Elm Lodge is the cream of the crop of Cumbrian country houses. The Victorian villa is in the traditional English village of Ravenstonedale, less than half a mile from three excellent pubs and a nine-hole golf course. As the perfect holiday home for your group holiday, it comfortably sleeps up to 26 guests in 11 gorgeous bedrooms and boasts 15 acres of private grounds. The rural location is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts as you're close to the Lake District, Yorkshire Dales and North Pennines, and a wide variety of footpaths, bridleways and cycling routes cover the area.
1 Teesdale Road is a comfortable and cosy holiday cottage with just a short walk over to the River Tees and into the market town of Barnard Castle and it's shops, cafes, restaurants, pubs, and traditional markets. We have been awarded 4 star Visit England Gold awards in 2023, 2024 and 2025 ! The accommodation is suitable for six people in three bedrooms - two on the ground floor - with an open-plan living area and a patio with lovely views. The location is perfect for a walking or cycling holiday, and the self-catering property has a lockable garage so you can store bikes, SUPs, kayaks and other equipment. Bookings are available all year round for families and friends.
Nightingale Cottage is ideal for families or friends, sleeping six people in three ensuite bedrooms, two of which can be set up with two single or one super-kingsized bed. The cottage is in Yorkshire's beautiful East Riding region, two miles from Stamford Bridge, ten miles from York, and within easy reach of the Howardian Hills and the breathtaking Yorkshire coast. The welcoming holiday home is on a family-run arable farm and has a private deck with an outdoor hot tub for luxurious star gazing. It's available for holiday bookings all year round.
A holiday in Yorkshire will be the highlight of your year, especially when you stay in the comfortable surroundings of Barn Owl Cottage. The welcoming holiday cottage sleeps four people in two ensuite bedrooms, one of which is on the ground floor and ideal for guests who'd prefer to avoid stairs. It's one of three cottages on a 400-acre family-run arable farm two miles from Stamford Bridge and ten miles from York. You're within easy reach of the scenic Yorkshire coast and the Howardian Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Families and couples love the property and the location.
Relax in the peaceful surroundings of Partridge Cottage. The romantic barn conversion is on a family-run 400-acre arable farm near the historic village of Stamford Bridge, ten miles from York, and within easy reach of the Yorkshire Coast and the Howardian Hills AONB. It comfortably sleeps two people in one large bedroom, boasting a four-poster bed and a deep rolltop bath. There's a modern shower room downstairs and a private outdoor hot tub. What more could you want from a self-catering cottage in Yorkshire?
Tucked away on a peaceful lane a short walk from the centre of High Casterton (with pub) and just 1.5 miles (20 minute walk) from cosmopolitan Kirkby Lonsdale with a great choice of pubs and shops, Norwood Cottage is a fantastic holiday home for couples or families who love spectacular scenery, great food and plenty of variety. There is good access to both the Yorkshire Dales and the Lake District, with fantastic sights like Cragg Hill, Dentdale and Levens Hall all nearby. The flexible layout accommodates four people in two bedrooms, with the second bedroom being able to be configured as either a double or a twin, depending on your needs.
A unique luxury holiday home just minutes from the Roman City of York on a working arable family-run farm providing a perfect mix of gracious country living with city life for groups of any number up to ten/twelve guests.
A delightful holiday cottage providing a peaceful rural retreat for couples. Surrounded by the stunning scenery of the beautiful Howgills Fells, Bluebell Cottage is close to Sedbergh in the Yorkshire Dales but also close to the Lake District National Park so plenty of attractions within easy reach. Tourist board rating: 5 Star Gold
This luxury large holiday home sleeps up to eight guests as well as one dog. With two spacious living rooms, a games room, and a large kitchen, there is plenty of space for a group gathering in stunning North Yorkshire.
Feathered Nest is a bijou holiday cottage in North Yorkshire, perfect for two. It's on a private farmstead near Masham and Ripon, with gorgeous rural views, excellent self-catering facilities, and a standard of accommodation that leaves guests in raptures. It is ideal for a holiday in any season and convenient for anyone in Harrogate or the surrounding area on business who prefers the peace and comfort of a homely environment over the impersonal restrictions of a hotel. Extras include free bike hire plus the option to arrange a romantic flower delivery, buy locally reared meat for a barbecue, and book outdoor activities.
Luxurious rural barn conversion nestled at the foot of the fells in Cumbria, perfectly positioned at the edge of the Lake District. Impeccable styling, cosy retreat, log-burner, fabulous local walks from the door, dogs welcome, enclosed garden & two great pubs within walking distance. This fantastic holiday home sleeps 6 and is ideal for larger families or friends catching up. An additional single bed can be made up in the first floor super-king room for a child by arrangement. Tourist board rating: 5 Star
Perfectly positioned at the foot of the unspoilt Howgill Fells, within the Yorkshire Dales National Park and with easy access to the Lake District, The Haystore at The Green Cumbria is a sanctuary for those seeking peace, luxury, and connection with nature. This stunning Victorian stone barn conversion is a destination in itself, offering easy access to a multitude of country walks, award winning local pubs, nearby nature reserves, and the rare delight of spotting native red squirrels right in the grounds. Tourist board rating: 5 Star
Perfectly positioned at the foot of the unspoilt Howgill Fells, within the Yorkshire Dales National Park and with easy access to the Lake District, The Byre at The Green Cumbria is a sanctuary for those seeking peace, luxury, and connection with nature. This stunning Victorian stone barn conversion is a destination in itself, offering easy access to a multitude of country walks, award winning local pubs, nearby nature reserves, and the rare delight of spotting native red squirrels right in the grounds. Tourist board rating: 5 Star
Conveniently placed within easy reach of The Lake District, Yorkshire Dales and The Trough of Bowland, this unique elegant holiday retreat nestles amongst breathtaking Cumbrian countryside and is an excellent base for exploring the areas many attractions or simply relaxing on the Underley Estate. Sandwiched between the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales, there are no end of great days out to enjoy. Tourist board rating: 5 Star
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For a historic city experience that you won’t find anywhere else in Britain, York is an outstanding destination for a holiday. Read on for top suggestions of what to see and do when you visit.
York is a destination that is absolutely heaving with different attractions, so there’s a huge range of choices when it comes to deciding where to go in the city.
If you’re a fan of museums then you’re in the right place, with options ranging from the National Railway Museum, York Castle Museum and York’s Chocolate Story, which is a deliciously interactive experience. A real highlight is the Jorvik Viking Centre, which tells the story of the city’s Viking history and has plenty of exciting exhibits and unexpected surprises.
Another top-rated place to visit is York Minster; a cathedral dating back to Medieval times with incredible examples of stained glass windows from the 14th and 15th centuries. If you want to continue the historic sightseeing, the 300-year-old Castle Howard is relatively close to York and is an excellent location for a day trip.
If you want to see York from the best vantage point then walking the 13th-century city walls is one of the best things to do during your stay. The entire trail around the walls is about two miles long and is open from 8.00 am until dusk each day, offering brilliant insight into the city’s history and providing a great afternoon activity.
York is famous for its narrow cobbled streets, and wandering through these is top of many visitor’s lists when they come to the city. The Shambles is one of the most famous streets in York and is the best place to start exploring the little shops and cafes and admiring the medieval style of the tightly packed buildings.
One thing you’ll see a lot of in York is guided tours, and if you want to learn more about the city then this is one of the best ways to get entertaining and accurate insight. With everything from ghost walks to tours performed by actors impersonating famous figures from the city’s past, there’s a lot to choose from and a lot to learn as you walk.
The best time to visit York is between June and September when the weather in the UK is at its warmest over the summer months. August will be a particularly busy month in the city as it is the school holidays, so if you’re not a fan of crowds then it’s recommended that you come just before or after the peak season at the start of June or the end of September.
