Farrington House is a stunning, luxury retreat in a very quiet area of the Yorkshire Wolds. This large detached house is surrounded by countryside and long walks, perfect for children, or for the dogs. The house has a large enclosed garden and then access to a further 2 acres of wildlife meadow.
Restored by the present owner to a high standard, Farrington House is perfect for that extra special holiday and provides exceedingly comfortable accommodation. There is plenty of room for larger families to have their own space with a seating area in the kitchen, a large living room and a reading area. For those chilly evenings, there are two wonderful wood burners to keep you warm and cosy.
The wonderful Yorkshire Wolds are on your doorstep with miles of walks across the undulating hills of the wolds, the inspiration to the artist David Hockney’s paintings. The Yorkshire Wolds are famous for the country pubs and market towns such as Driffield and Beverley, which have excellent market days, as well as being interesting towns to visit. For the those who enjoy the horse racing, Beverley Racecourse has some excellent meetings and you are only an hour away from the York meeting, one of the best racecourses in the country. The stately homes of Sledmere and Burton Agnes Hall are just a short drive away, both excellent places to visit with beautiful gardens and delightful cafès. Whether you want to visit the wolds, the East Coast or the North York Moors, Farrington House is the perfect base. Beach 7 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.

Puffin Cottage is the perfect name for this terraced property which is situated close to the internationally renowned RSPB bird sanctuary at Bempton Cliffs, where thousands of puffins adorn the chalk cliffs accompanied by many other seabirds such as guillemots, kittiwakes and fulmars. The cottage is full of nooks and crannies, and just what you would expect of a crooked old cottage built in the 1800s, and is full of character and charm. The garden is delightful with a lovely seating area, lawn and rockery, but most importantly its enclosed making it ideal for children and pets.

The cottage is right on the border of Bempton and Buckton, and the village of Buckton has a small playground, village shop and a local pub. The resorts of Flamborough Head, Filey, Scarborough and Bridlington are all just a short drive away and you will have a wonderful time exploring these seaside resorts. For those who love the great outdoors, the cycling and walking in the area is some of the best you will find. The rugged coastline has spectacular walks along the clifftops.

The city of York is just an hour’s drive away or easily accessible by train. Don’t miss this beautiful city during your holiday as it’s always voted as one of the top 10 cities to visit in the UK. There is so much to see and do in York for all age groups with lots of museums and theatres as well as street entertainers, independent shops and cafés. Beach 4 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant ¼ mile.

Oakwood is situated just in front of Sewerby Hall and Gardens, a beautiful Georgian mansion set in 50-acres of landscaped gardens, plus a zoo to keep the children entertained. This detached property lies in the village of Sewerby, on the clifftops of the east Yorkshire coast overlooking the bay of Bridlington. The seafront is just a short stroll away, where you can walk along the clifftop to Bridlington, or catch the land train which runs several times a day throughout the summer. In the opposite direction is Danes Dyke, a local nature reserve. For those of you with dogs, the walks along the cliffs are breathtaking, and this is the reason why so many walkers return to this area year after year. There is also a large grassed area where you can enjoy a picnic or perhaps a game of cricket. Alternatively, spend a lazy afternoon watching the local village team play cricket and take in the stunning scenery of the coast.

Bridlington is a busy, traditional seaside resort and still has a working harbour, where you can watch the boats come in with their catch. Flamborough Head and the RSPB bird sanctuary at Bempton are close by. See the puffins in their natural habitat, as well as kittiwakes, guillemots and gannets. There are many stately homes to visit in the area, including Burton Agnes Hall, Sledmere House and Castle Howard. Hull, the City of Culture 2017, and the medieval city of York can be reached within an hour by both car or train. The market towns of Beverley, Driffield and Pocklington, with their charming independent shops and cafes, are well worth a visit. The coastal resorts of Scarborough, Filey and Whitby are easily accessible, or inland, enjoy a wonderful drive through the North York Moors National Park. Beach ½ mile. Shop 1 mile, pub and restaurant 500 yards.

Centrally located in the old fishing village of Flamborough, this end of terrace town house is central for all amenities with a shop, pub, bakery and fish and chip shop just around the corner. Sea Thistle Cottage has an enclosed courtyard to the rear of the property and a small enclosed area to the front with it’s own parking space. Flamborough’s North Landing is famous for its smugglers caves and the walk between the North and South Landing is absolutely stunning. In fact for those of you who like the great outdoors there’s no better place than Flamborough for clifftop walks, bird watching and rock pooling. Walk along the clifftops to Bempton Cliffs where you will find one of the largest seabird colonies in the UK. On the white chalk cliffs you’ll see puffins, guillemots and kittiwakes as well as the seals down on the lower rocks. Flamborough is just north of Bridlington and between the two resorts you’ll find Danes Dyke, a local nature reserve. There are lots of woodland trails to follow and the children will enjoy the adventure of it all. Just along the coast from Danes Dyke you’ll find Sewerby Hall and its small zoo. The beautiful Georgian property is set in over 50 acres of beautiful parkland that overlooks the sea. You can easily spend a whole day at the hall with a tour of the grand house and then a wander around the gardens and zoo. There are lots of picnic areas with wonderful views out to sea. The children enjoy the zoo and the adults enjoy the magnificent gardens! The large seaside town of Bridlington is a short drive south from Flamborough and travelling north you have the resorts of Filey, Scarborough and Whitby. Yorkshire is famous for its stately homes and there are several within a short drive from the cottage. As well as Sewerby Hall there’s Sledmere House, Burton Constable, Burton Agnes Hall and the majestic Castle Howard. Hull, the UK city of culture for 2017 is less than an hour away by car and the same for York. Beach 650 yards. Shop, pub and restaurant 200 yards.

Built in 1696, this terraced holiday home is oozing with character and charm, and has been tastefully decorated and furnished, using a contemporary mix of new, vintage and up-cycled furniture and fittings. Nell’s Cottage is situated in the popular old town of Bridlington, which was made famous by the film ‘Dad’s Army’. The property used to be a sweet shop and boasts a delightful private terraced area to the rear, which is great for socialising and an al fresco supper in the summer.

The property is set back from the old town of Bridlington which used to be two separate towns, but over the years it has now joined to make one. Most visitors go straight to the seafront, but there is also a beautiful cosmopolitan part of the old town. The main street has lots of little independent shops and galleries, as well as good restaurants and local pubs. At the far end of the main street, you reach the Priory Church, one of Bridlington’s hidden gems. For over 900 years, this church has been serving the people of Bridlington and is renowned for its excellent choir and musical events that are held throughout the year. The Bayle Museum dates back to the 12th-century and is situated just in front of the Priory Church. This used to be the gatehouse to the Priory and is now a fantastic museum.

The seaside resort of Bridlington is a bustling fishing harbour, with lots to see and do. It has been popular over the years with families, due to its large sandy beaches and the traditional seaside donkeys, sticks of rock and sandcastles. On an evening why not enjoy a night at the popular Bridlington Spa, host to lots of international acts. From the seafront you can catch the land train to Sewerby Hall, just a short ride along the clifftops which is always a favourite with children. Sewerby Hall is just one of many stately homes in the area. A free Sewerby Hall family pass (2 adults/2 children) is available to Nell’s guests during their stay. There’s also Burton Agnes Hall, Sledmere and of course, Castle Howard to name a few.

In less than an hour you can be in Hull or York. Hull being voted the city of culture 2017 and York has been voted one of the UKs best tourist destinations, steeped in history and definitely worth a visit. North of Bridlington there’s Flamborough Head and Bempton Cliffs, where you’ll find the RSPB sanctuary, where thousands of migrating seabirds are seen here every year and is definitely a bird watcher’s paradise. Watch the puffins on the cliff sides or spot the seals and dolphins. The Way of the Roses cycle track starts in Morecambe (in Lancashire) and finishes in Bridlington and is a 170-mile coast to coast cycle route, perfect for the experience, and those wishing to enjoy a leisurely bike ride with family. Beach 1½ miles. Shop 100 yards, pub 50 yards and restaurant 150 yards.

The Roost is a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom detached property with an enclosed garden in the grounds of Manor Farm Cottages in the village of Buckton. Close to the RSPB Bempton Cliffs Nature Reserve where you can see puffins, gannets and guillemots in their natural habitat, the area is a bird watcher’s haven, home to more than 250,000 sea birds. You can walk to Bempton Cliffs from the cottages, or it is a 5-minute drive.

Enjoying delightful countryside and a peaceful village setting close to the east coast, this charming cottage has been converted, along with two other holiday homes, from former stables and a hayloft.

A warm welcome awaits as you drive into what was the old farmyard. The cottage, along with Puffin Cottage and Guillemot Cottage, encompass the square, each with its own patio; a real sun trap and sheltered from the weather. The freedom to wander up into the shared gardens where there’s a children’s slide and outdoor games will appeal to those with children. There is also access to a football playing field, meadow walk and outside willow dome seating area.

The cottage is a great base to visit the east coast, Dalby Forest, the North York Moors National Park, the beautiful Yorkshire Wolds made famous by the David Hockney paintings, and the Howardian Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. There is some excellent cycling in the area with the Yorkshire Wolds Cycle Route on your doorstep, with its scenic 146-mile tour of the East Riding and North Yorkshire. With breathtaking views along the coast. The owner is a keen cyclist himself and knows exactly what you need by providing an excellent bike store, along with a repair and wash area and tools and sprays required for servicing the bikes.

The seaside resorts of Scarborough, Bridlington and Filey are just a short drive away with large, open sandy beaches, caves and coves, or for those of you who prefer a quieter resort, Flamborough Head is close by with stunning walks along the clifftops from North to South Landing.

Visit the stately homes and beautiful gardens of Burton Agnes, Castle Howard and Sledmere House, and a children’s zoo and land train at Sewerby Hall. The bustling market towns of Malton, Pickering and Beverley, renowned for its minster and racecourse, are all worth a visit.

The historic city of York is just an hour away with its wide variety of museums including the Railway Museum, Castle Museum and the Jorvik Viking centre. York is very picturesque with cobbled streets surrounding the magnificent minster, along with river boat trips, street entertainers and an abundance of restaurants and real ale inns.

In Buckton and Bempton villages, you are just ½ mile from a cafe and art gallery, the village post office and corner shop, as well as the local pub, The White Horse.

The Roost can be booked together with Puffin Cottage (UK2042) and Guillemot Cottage (UK2043) to accommodate up to 14 guests.

’Ow Do is one of two beautifully converted barns set within the grounds of Dringhoe Hall, just outside the coastal Yorkshire village of Skipsea. This holiday home offers superb quality accommodation for family and friends alike, and being within 12 miles of Rise Hall; the home of Channel 4’s Sarah Beeneys restoration program, is ideally located for groups attending weddings and special occasions at this popular stately home. On the doorstep are numerous outdoor activities and a plethora of walks and nature reserves to enjoy before relaxing in this home away from home.

Welcoming you into the heart of ‘Ow Do is the large open plan living area. At one end there are deep sofas where you can relax and unwind. The kitchen and dining area are opposite, with seating for 8 this modern kitchen offers plenty of storage and contemporary fixtures of the highest quality, this room will certainly keep the chef in the family smiling throughout your stay! With vaulted ceilings and picture windows, this room offers views across open countryside.
‘Ow Do has four well-appointed bedrooms which have been furnished with guests comfort in mind and retain many of the original beams. The master bedroom is on the first floor and along the corridor is a twin bedroom which shares the stunning family bathroom. ‘Ow Do has the best of both worlds with the remaining two en-suite bedrooms on the ground floor offering a mix of both twin and double accommodation. All rooms have been furnished with beautiful fabrics, flatscreen TV’s and have lovely views across the open fields of the East Riding. There is a bike store and the enclosed front and rear gardens will entice you to sit and have a drink when the weather is warm. There are many local pubs providing some great Yorkshire fayre and great real ale.

There are many amenities in the beach town of Hornsea including a promenade, Victorian folly and central park. There are plenty of bars and restaurants and a supermarket where you can stock up. Yorkshire’s largest freshwater lake, Hornsea Mere, provides plenty of opportunity for those who wish to try sailing and fishing, and is also home to over 250 species of birds. With easy access to the Yorkshire coastline including the towns of Bridlington, Filey and Scarborough, RSPB reserves and the cultural hubs of Beverley, York and Hull, ‘Ow Do is just perfect and will provide you with a lifetime of memories. Beach 7 miles. Supermarket 7 miles, shop 1 mile, pub 1 mile and restaurant 4 miles.
’Ow Do can be booked together with ’Ay Up (UK11447) to accommodate up to 18 guests.

Over 200 years old, these former farm buildings are steeped in history, and were once home to the German prisoners of war during World War ll, Copper House being their main residence. Lovingly converted and nestled adjacent to the owner’s home, with large grassed paddock and nature walks where visitors may glimpse sight of owls and badgers and enjoy the abundance of wildlife and countryside views, whilst children have lots of space to play. This perfect holiday location has something for all the family.

An ideal holiday location for exploring the East Yorkshire Coast with miles of award-winning beaches, all within 5 miles. The RSPB sanctuary at Bempton Cliffs, is just 1.5 miles away, where you can take in super views across to Flamborough Head whilst spotting the many rare bird species safely nesting. Scattered across the East Yorkire Coast are many quaint villages with shops and inns in abundance. A 20-mile drive brings you to the North York Moors National Park, and the village of Goathland, better know as Aidensfield (Heartbeat’s very own village). Historic houses nearby include Sledmere House and Burton Agnes Hall. Bridlington with sandy beaches, fun fair and indoor swimming pool is 10-minute drive. Scarborough with theatres, restaurants, shops and sandy beaches is a 20-minute drive. Golf locally. Beach 2 mile. Shop, pub and restaurant 500 yards.

Shyre Stables (ref 18437) can be booked together with Copper House (ref 18435), The Milking Parlour (ref 18439), Rockville Cottage (ref 24376) and Rockville Lodge (ref UK2503) to accommodate up to 18 guests.

Standing peacefully in the heart of the Holderness countryside, these quaint, semi-detached barn conversions, in the grounds of the owner’s home, are close to the east Yorkshire coastline and surrounded by quiet walking and cycling trails. Fitling Cottage (ref UKC2625) offers a cosy living room with wood burner, a well-equipped kitchen and a very comfortable bedroom, whilst the bathroom has both a bath and separate shower cubicle. On entering Stables Cottage (ref UK10324) the bedroom is immediately in front of you with a large en-suite bathroom, with the shower over the bath. All the rooms in Stables Cottage boast vaulted ceilings and original beams, however, the Velux window in the bedroom bathes the room in sunshine and adds a further touch of character, as well as the double bed guaranteeing a peaceful night’s sleep. The kitchen has all the essentials needed to prepare meals during your holiday, and the living room comes complete with a wood burner. With comfortable seating and a large TV, this room is perfect to relax in at the end of a busy day sightseeing in the local area, or why not enjoy a glass or two on the small patio area immediately outside the property.
These properties provides an ideal base from which to explore the surrounding area. Take a walk along Mappleton Sands, 3 miles, which is a great dog-friendly beach, and enjoy the seaside resort of Hornsea with its museum and Freeport shopping centre. A birdwatcher’s paradise can be found at Hornsea Mere, Spurn Point and RSPB Bempton.
An interesting day out can be spent at Burton Constable Hall, a magnificent Elizabethan mansion with Capability Brown landscaped parkland and historic stables. Hull, 12 miles, is the home city of poet Philip Larkin and birthplace of William Wilberforce. Places of interest here include The Deep, a huge sealife aquarium, the Ferens Art Gallery, the Maritime Museum and Hull Truck Theatre. Bridlington can be reached in 45 minutes, with the impressive Sewerby Hall and Gardens found just a little further on, and the charming market town of Beverley is a 30-minute drive, where you can visit the beautiful minster, stroll along the cobbled streets lined with interesting shops, or enjoy the pavement cafés and fine dining restaurants. Filey is within an hour’s drive, and inland lies the rolling countryside of the Yorkshire Wolds which inspired the famous David Hockney paintings. Beach 3 miles. Shop 4 miles, pub and restaurant ½ mile.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 4 guests.