Cottage to rent with a log fire / woodburner in Thornton-le-Dale (4mls E)

Accommodation details

Enjoying a central location in a picturesque North Yorkshire village, this charming corner cottage offers fresh and cosy accommodation for up to three guests eager to discover the area’s glorious coastline and magnificent countryside. Set on the southern outskirts of the breathtaking North York Moors, the property makes a lovely relaxing hideaway for couples and smaller families, with a welcoming wood burner, sweet window seat and a pretty garden.

Ideally situated for eager walkers and nature lovers, this delightful retreat is also within easy reach of the bustling seaside resort of Scarborough. Entering this cheerful cottage, the porch leads through to the main accommodation, with a spacious lounge featuring a TV, plenty of seating and a cosy wood burner.

To the side, there’s a pleasant, bright and fully equipped kitchen/diner with a handy window seat, ample storage space and a relaxing dining area. Heading upstairs, you will find a refreshing shower room and two light, airy bedrooms: a restful double with a TV, and a quiet single, both decorated in soothing, peaceful shades.

Outside, the pretty back garden is enclosed by a drystone wall and features a patio raised above the lawn, with plenty of outdoor furniture making a lovely spot for a glass of wine in the evening. The cottage is perfectly placed for walkers heading into the North York Moors (4 miles) and the North Riding Forest Park (5.5 miles), or you can travel east to the coast for a day in Scarborough (12 miles).

To the west, Pickering (7 miles) is a picturesque town and home to the North Yorkshire Moors Railway, offering a memorable steam train ride through the stunning moorlands. Other local attractions include Flamingo Land, Eden Camp Modern History Museum, Cawthorn Roman Camp and North Yorkshire Water Park, all within 12 miles.