Welcome to Acorn Barn, a charming holiday retreat nestled in the heart of Laytham, Yorkshire. Immerse yourself in the beauty of this picturesque village and let the tranquillity of the surrounding countryside wash over you.
Laytham, with its timeless charm and idyllic landscapes, offers a myriad of activities for guests seeking a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure. Begin your day with a leisurely stroll through the quaint streets, where historic architecture and friendly locals create an inviting atmosphere. The village exudes a sense of serenity that is perfect for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
For outdoor enthusiasts, Laytham boasts an array of scenic walking trails, allowing you to explore the lush, rolling hills and take in breathtaking views of the Yorkshire countryside. The expansive landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for cycling excursions, offering both challenging routes for seasoned cyclists and leisurely paths for those seeking a more relaxed ride.
Discover the rich history of the region by visiting nearby landmarks such as Laytham Castle or immersing yourself in the local culture at the village pub. Indulge in traditional Yorkshire cuisine and savour the warmth of the community, creating memories that will linger long after your stay. During the holiday season, Laytham transforms into a festive wonderland, with charming Christmas markets, twinkling lights, and a joyful atmosphere that will leave you enchanted. Embrace the holiday spirit as you explore the local shops, filled with unique treasures and handmade crafts, making Laytham the perfect destination for a magical winter getaway.
Whether you seek relaxation or adventure, Acorn Barn in Laytham, Yorkshire, offers a gateway to a world of possibilities. Immerse yourself in the charm of this enchanting village and create memories that will last a lifetime. Welcome to your Yorkshire holiday retreat.

This cosy 3 storey fisherman’s cottage is ideal for breaks at any time of the year and retains its original charm with exposed beams, slate floor, ornate woodburner and a pretty Victorian cast iron bed. Tucked away in a quiet row of cottages, yet close to the heart of Flamborough, a short walk brings you to the lighthouse and just 3 miles further to Bempton, the well known RSPB clifftop bird sanctuary. Also close to Filey with its lovely promenade and beach, and of course Scarborough and Bridlington and with golf available nearby. The cottage makes an excellent base for walking and taking in the stunning scenery and birdlife of this splendid coastline. Shop, pub and restaurant 50 yards.

Welcome to Grange Farm Cottages, your gateway to an idyllic countryside escape in the charming village of Portington, nestled amidst the rolling hills of picturesque Yorkshire. Our holiday lets provide the perfect starting point for you to explore the wealth of natural beauty, historic landmarks, and cultural treasures that this delightful region has to offer.
Portington, a quintessential Yorkshire village, invites you to unwind and savor the tranquility of rural life. Stroll along its quaint lanes, admire the historic architecture, and breathe in the fresh country air. Our holiday cottages, scattered throughout this charming landscape, offer a comfortable and welcoming retreat for those seeking a peaceful getaway. Yorkshire is renowned for its stunning landscapes, and here, you’ll have the opportunity to immerse yourself in its natural wonders. The Yorkshire Wolds, with their rolling hills and meandering footpaths, provide the ideal backdrop for long walks and scenic hikes. Explore the nearby Yorkshire Wildlife Trust nature reserves, where you can spot native flora and fauna in their natural habitats.
History enthusiasts will find themselves captivated by the wealth of historic sites in the area. Discover the captivating history of Yorkshire at the York Castle Museum or explore the grandeur of Castle Howard, one of England’s finest stately homes. The nearby city of York itself is steeped in history, boasting ancient walls, the magnificent York Minster, and the charming Shambles, a medieval street filled with boutique shops and quaint tearooms. Food and drink lovers will appreciate the culinary delights that Yorkshire has to offer. Visit local farm shops to sample regional cheeses, artisanal bread, and freshly baked goods. Yorkshire is also renowned for its hearty dishes, such as Yorkshire pudding and Wensleydale cheese, which you can savor in traditional pubs and cozy restaurants. Families will find plenty of attractions to keep everyone entertained. Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo, just a short drive away, offers a day of fun and adventure for all ages.
For a more educational experience, the Yorkshire Air Museum allows you to explore the history of aviation. Should you wish to enjoy the wide variety of bridle paths with your own horse, stabling/grazing (at cost, by arrangement with the owner) is available at the owner’s farm at the end of the beautiful tree lined drive. Shop 3½ miles, pub and restaurant 1 mile. Tudor House (ref W43742) can be booked together with Portington Lodge (ref UKC2045) to accommodate up to 15 guests.

Welcome to Yorkshire, the home of an endless coastline. Tickton Hall is nestled beside Beverley, a historic market town. It is a fantastic location for visiting Yorkshire’s attractions and best-kept secrets. From its lively cities to pretty villages and rolling countryside, Yorkshire has so much to offer.
Tickton Hall is a 110-acre private country estate nestled at the end of a tree-lined drive just outside the historical market town of Beverley. The estate has wonderful, established woodlands and parklands with grazing horses in abundance, which you can see from many of the cottages’ windows. It is also home to the Beverley Polo Club with two polo pitches, a fabulous full-size arena and stabling for up to 60 horses. You just might be able to catch a polo match during your stay! You can even bring your horse on holiday with you, subject to availability at our Horse Hotel! These delightful, detached holiday properties (refs UKC458 and W44279) provide tastefully furnished bases from which to explore the area, or simply sit back and relax.
There are superb walks straight from the cottage doors. Within the estate you can walk around the picturesque horse exercise course or the cross-country course, all within a couple of minutes of the cottages. Or if you are looking for a longer hike, the estate links to designated walks along the river bank that extend for miles.
Beverley, 4 miles, is well known for its racecourse, minster and many boutiques and excellent coffee shops. The coast at Hornsea can be reached within 10 miles, with traditional amusements and promenade, and a wildlife centre at Hornsea Mere. York, a great place for a day out, is about an hour’s drive, and The Deep at Hull, one of the UK’s biggest aquariums, is about half an hour away. Beach 10 miles. Shop ¾ mile, pub and restaurant ½ mile (¼ mile on foot).
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 16 guests.

West End Farmhouse stands proud in the peaceful village of Ulrome, close to the beautiful rugged Yorkshire Coast. This detached holiday property is excellent for families, as there is a very large garden for the children to run around in and a little Wendy house for them to play in. There is also a fantastic terraced area, which is ideal for a barbecue, and in addition, a boot room with a stairgate and storage for bikes and boots. For people who enjoy fishing, the owner provides coarse fishing free of charge (fishing licence required) for the fishing pond, which is just along the lane. In 15 minutes, guests can walk from the property down through the village lanes to the beach. It provides an excellent base for those wishing to explore the east coast of Yorkshire and what it has to offer. Close by, visit the famous RSPB Bempton Cliffs, where you can observe puffins and gannets in their natural habitat. There are some fantastic walks and cycle rides along the rugged cliffs of the east coast, some of it being part of the Cleveland Way. Just 8 miles down the coast, visit the hustle and bustle of the traditional seaside resort of Bridlington. With its working fishing port, you can see the catch brought in on the quayside. There is also a large sandy beach and rock pools for the kids to go crabbing. The famous Spa theatre also provides excellent entertainment throughout the year. Guests can take a short land train journey to Sewerby Hall and Gardens, just one of the many stately homes in the area. Burton Agnes and Sledmere are also worth a visit and for those who would like a trip out; you have the fantastic medieval city of York, which is just over an hour away. The beautiful market town of Beverley is just a 30-minute drive away, where you can browse the local shops or even visit the racecourse. Beach ½ mile. Shop, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.

This cosy terraced cottage, dating back to the 1800s, has been carefully furnished to provide a comfortable holiday property. There is a roaring wood burner in the living room for winter nights and a rear courtyard for relaxing on summer evenings. The master bedroom has a kingsize bed, and the second bedroom is ideal for young families, with bunk beds and a cabin bed. Beeford has a great range of facilities including a village shop, pub, Chinese restaurant and a fish and chip shop. A famous ice cream parlour, Mr Moos, is situated on a farm close by. Jet skiing and clay pigeon shooting are also available locally. The cottage provides a perfect base from which to explore the traditional east coast resorts of Hornsea, Bridlington and Filey, and the rolling countryside of the Yorkshire Wolds. There are miles of sandy beaches and opportunities for fishing and sailing, and Bridlington Spa features an exciting entertainment programme. Bird lovers can enjoy visiting Hornsea Mere and RSPB Bempton Cliffs, and interesting days out can be spent at Sewerby Hall and Sledmere House. The picturesque market town of Beverley, The Deep aquarium in Hull and the historic walled city of York are all easily accessible. Beach 3 miles. Shop 200 yards, pub 165 yards and restaurant 20 yards.

The Old Stables is a stunningly presented, detached barn conversion with contemporary open plan living, kitchen and dining area, complete with exposed beams and wood burner. Tri-fold doors open out to a small garden area. High gloss tiles, underfloor heating, state-of-the-art bathrooms and luxurious furnishings add to the uniqueness of this special holiday cottage. There is also the additional benefit of CCTV and video entry.
South Cave offers a charming selection of amenities with several shops, two pubs, a restaurant and a country house hotel with health spa and golf club. The surrounding area of the Yorkshire Wolds inspired the famous David Hockney paintings, and walkers and cyclists can enjoy the gentle undulating hills and stunning scenery. Local attractions include the South Cave Falconry with its collection of owls and birds of prey, and North Cave Wetlands, a Yorkshire Wildlife Trust Reserve. In the neighbouring village of North Cave, families with children can enjoy the facilities of the popular William’s Den. Visit the delightful market town of Beverley and the beautiful minster, historical buildings and cobbled streets, bordered by pavement cafés and fine dining restaurants.
Beverley hosts spectacular music festivals and numerous farmers’ markets, and horse racing at the Westwood racecourse. Hull, City of Culture 2017, is the home city of poet Philip Larkin and birthplace of William Wilberforce. Places of interest include The Deep, a huge aquarium housing over 3,500 fish, the Ferens art gallery, the Maritime Museum and Hull Truck Theatre. Miles of sandy beaches can be found at Bridlington, Filey and Scarborough, and the historic walled city of York is within an hour’s drive. Shop 350 yards, pub ¾ mile, restaurant 330 yards.

Dragonfly Cottage is an end terrace property, within a few minutes walk of the centre of Beverley. Dating back to the 17th century and belonging to the church of St Mary, this lovely little cottage was once home to the local monks. This property is ideal for couples or friends wishing to enjoy this vibrant market town. The property promises a memorable stay with comfort throughout. The living room with its open fire and a comfortable sofa, will be the ideal place to sit and relax after a day of exploring. The large dining area flows into a galley style kitchen with a unique feature wooden wall. The modern kitchen provides all the appliances you could wish for and is a great space to cook either a hearty breakfast or a romantic evening meal. From the dining area are the stairs leading up to the first floor.
Do take a moment to check out the view of the Minster from the landing window. Here you will find two well-presented bedrooms offering both twin and kingsize double accommodation. Both rooms have been tastefully decorated with matching soft furnishings. The beds are designed with guest comfort in mind and the deep comfortable mattresses assure you will have a great night’s sleep.
To the rear of the property and leading out from the dining room, is an enclosed courtyard which catches the afternoon sun. As Dragonfly Cottage is dog friendly, this area also provides a little outside space for your pets. A small outhouse provides storage for bikes. There is also on street permit parking for one vehicle. Beverley is certainly one of the East Riding’s loveliest towns and the cottage is within walking distance of many independent shops, boutiques, cafés and tea rooms.
There are also many eateries to choose from including award-winning restaurants. The train station provides access to the historic city of York via Hull as well as to some of the east coast’s seaside towns. The North York Moors and seaside towns of Hornsea, Bridlington and Scarborough are all within easy reach. This home away from home is ideally located to enjoy city living but to also explore the stunning Yorkshire Wolds and the surrounding countryside. Shop 400 yards, pub 100 yards and restaurant 500 yards.

Thwaite Cottage is a semi-detached property which is over 200 years old and is located in the small village of Sigglesthorne, only 3 miles from the coastal town of Hornsea. It is rumoured that the name of the village comes from a Viking that lived there! This rural retreat is ideal for walks, seaside holidays or exploring the many market towns in the East Riding such as Beverley, Malton and Driffield. Thwaite Cottage has lots to offer bird lovers due to its proximity to the Yorkshire Nature Triangle, including RSPB Bempton, Spurn Point and the North Cave Wetlands. For golf enthusiasts there are numerous courses within a few miles, and there is fishing nearby as well. The stately homes of Burton Agnes, Burton Constable, Sewerby Hall and Castle Howard are also worth a visit, with many of them offering a program of events throughout the year from Proms Spectaculars to Christmas extravaganzas. This area can not be visited without exploring the stunning scenery and rolling countryside of the Yorkshire Wolds, which inspired the famous Hockney paintings. The coastal resorts of Bridlington, Filey and Scarborough, as well as the North York Moors and the historic city of York are all easily accessible. Beach 4 miles. Shop ½ mile, pub 1 mile, restaurant 4 miles.

Sea The Stars is a versatile three bedroom property sleeping up to seven guests in the traditional Yorkshire seaside town of Hornsea and has a private hot tub. It is just a short 100 yard walk across the green to the beach and seafront amenities, and is the perfect holiday home for family or friends.
Beautifully presented, Sea The Stars is a bright and airy mid-terrace house which benefits from large bay windows, high ceilings and a dog friendly, enclosed garden. On the ground floor is a spacious living room with a flatscreen Smart TV and deep comfortable sofas, one of which provides flexible sleeping for one guest as a sofa bed. The dining room and well-equipped kitchen have access to the garden and lie to the rear of the house. A toilet is tucked away under the stairs. On the first floor are three immaculately furnished bedrooms.
Outside there is a large enclosed paved garden with well-planted borders and shrubberies. Here you can sit and relax with a morning coffee or enjoy an evening of al fresco dining. After a long day on the beach why not enjoy a soak in the relaxing bubbles of the private hot tub?
Just a short walk from the house will find you in the centre of this Victorian coastal town, with an array of shops, tea rooms, pubs and restaurants. Hornsea offers a long sandy beach with a pretty promenade, traditional amusement arcades and a plethora of fish and chip shops and ice cream parlours. Just a short drive is Hornsea Mere, a large, natural lake which provides water sport activities, fishing and bird watching opportunities. The stunning chalk cliffs at Bempton RSPB reserve, home to colonies of sea birds is a bird watchers delight. The unspoilt rolling countryside of the Yorkshire Wolds are a short drive away and provide miles of footpaths and bridleways to explore. The stately homes of Burton Agnes, Burton Constable and Wassand Hall are all within easy access. Beach 100 yards. Pub 1 mile.
Please note: There is a £25 per week/£15 per short break winter supplement for fuel, payable to the owner prior to your holiday along with a £100 security deposit.