Forge Villa is a beautiful property situated in the village of Ebberston, on the southern edge of the North York Moors National Park. This area is very popular with cyclists as Dalby Forest can be accessed by the lane that runs to the north of the property. Dalby Forest in the past has hosted the World Cup mountain bike event, so there’s plenty of challenging runs for you to try. For those of you who enjoy a more leisurely trail, there’s miles of woodland paths for both bikers and walkers. The forest attracts international and UK visitors throughout the year, not just for the cycling, but for the many events that are held here, from concerts to educational nature visits for children.

The owner takes great pride in providing a beautiful holiday home, and Forge Villa has been decorated and furnished to a very good standard. The gardens are beautifully kept, with areas for nature to thrive, plus a colourful, wild flower meadow. Chafer Wood backs onto the grounds so you have lots of woodland walks for the dog. Access to the driveway is via a electric gate for added security, however please note parking is at own risk and the owners take no responsibility for loss or damage. There is a pub opposite so perfect for a drink after a busy day exploring the area.

The village of Ebberston is a short drive from the east coast, with Scarborough, Filey and Whitby close by. The popular market towns that Yorkshire is famous for, such as Malton, Pickering and Helmsley, are all within a short driving distance. Pickering is the nearest town, just 10 minutes away, and is home to the North Yorkshire Moors Railway. Here you can take a wonderful ride on a steam train and travel across the Moors to Whitby. Stop off at Goathland, the fictional village of Aidensfield in the ever popular TV programme ’Heartbeat’. Pickering is also host to the very popular ’1940’s Wartime Weekend’, an event held every year that takes over the whole town and attracts visitors as far away as the USA. For a great base to visit Yorkshire, you will not be disappointed. Beach 13 miles. Pub opposite.

This exquisite Grade II listed stone house, originally constructed in the 1780s, offers an idyllic escape on the edge of the North York Moors National Park. A generous garden at the rear, along with a private gravelled driveway, welcomes you to a world of tranquillity. Upon crossing the threshold, you’ll encounter the heart of the home, a modern, high-spec kitchen. Here, a breakfast bar and a generously sized dining table create the perfect setting for shared meals and lively conversations. The living room is a separate and cosy space, features a beamed ceiling and plush sofa and armchairs arranged around the TV, promising relaxation and entertainment. Venturing to the first floor, you’ll discover two beautifully presented bedrooms, each boasting modern walk-in rainforest showers, ensuring comfort and convenience, and ascending to the second floor, you’re welcomed into an enjoyable snug area, complete with a games console and a sofa bed, offering additional accommodations upon request. This entertainment space opens into the third bedroom beneath a vaulted beamed ceiling and Velux window, revealing a king-sized bedroom with a striking golden bathtub positioned at the foot of the bed. An en-suite walk-in shower completes this opulent space.
Pear Tree Villa is more than just a residence; it’s an experience that seamlessly combines historic charm and modern indulgence. Whether you seek relaxation, outdoor adventures, or a bit of both, this beautifully renovated stone house promises a truly unforgettable retreat. Pear Tree Villa enjoys a charming location, right across from a delightful children’s park. Nestled in the heart of the village, it’s a perfect setting for a family-friendly getaway. Additionally, a welcoming local pub, offering delicious home-cooked food, is just a short stroll away, ensuring convenience and a taste of the village’s friendly hospitality.
The surrounding North Yorkshire Moors National Park is a haven of natural beauty and outdoor adventures. This vast expanse of pristine landscapes provides ample opportunities for exploration, including hiking, biking, and wildlife spotting. The historic North Yorkshire Moors Railway, with heritage steam locomotives, allows you to step back in time and enjoy a nostalgic journey through the scenic countryside to the nearby coast. The combination of the natural wonders of the North Yorkshire Moors and the rich history found in places like Helmsley Castle and its walled gardens, the Ryedale Folk Museum, Eden Camp or even Whitby Abbey on the nearby coast, ensures that your stay at Pear Tree Villa is not just a retreat but an opportunity to immerse yourself in the beauty and heritage of the region.

Surrounded by stunning countryside, as well as being on the edge of the North York Moors National Park, this wonderful barn conversion is tucked away in a peaceful rural location, with views out onto the rolling fields stretched out before you. Boasting the luxury of your own hot tub under a gazebo, creating the perfect private setting to unwind and enjoy each others’ company.

Inside you have a stunning open-plan living/dining/kitchen area, with glass bi-folding doors, opening out to the patio and the countryside beyond. The stylish kitchen and high quality décor give a sense of quality and luxury, combined with the rustic charm of exposed wooden beams, cosy wood burner and beautiful rural views.

The fully fitted kitchen is well-equipped with everything you will need for your stay, whilst the living area has a beautiful leather sofa as well as an armchair beside a cosy wood burner and 65" Smart TV. The spacious bedroom is complete with a dressing table and wardrobe, as well as a Smart TV, and the superb en-suite bathroom has a freestanding slipper bath and separate walk-in shower. Outside is where the fun begins, with a luxury hot tub, relaxing garden furniture and a barbecue area to enjoy in the sunshine.

Nearby Pickering is a characterful town with a fine selection of independent shops, art galleries and antique shops, cafés, pubs and restaurants. From here you can take a ride on the famous steam train to Grosmont, Goathland (Aidensfield in the classic TV series ’Heartbeat’) and the seaside town of Whitby, where you can climb the 199 steps to Whitby Abbey. Those looking for a quieter pace of life may prefer to walk the many footpaths and bridleways over the North Yorks Moor. Beach 20 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant ½ mile.

The Workshop can be booked together with The Old Dairy (ref UK31253) to accommodate up to 6 guests.

Situated at the foot of the North York Moors National Park, Weaver’s Cottage, restored in 2019, retains lots of character and original features. This pretty row of terraced cottages was home to some of the weavers that worked in the mills that were dotted in Pickering and the surrounding villages. The cottage has the added bonus of private parking for two cars as well as a rear courtyard area.

Pickering is a bustling market town with lots of restaurants, wine bars and local pubs. There’s a market every Monday held down the high street where locals and tourists enjoy the bargains. Situated just a 5-minute walk from the North York Moors steam railway, and for those train enthusiasts amongst you, this makes for a dream holiday. You can catch the steam train from Pickering and travel over the North York Moors National Park to Whitby. Stop off at the village of Goathland, home to the fictional village of Aidensfield in the popular TV programme ’Heartbeat’.

Whitby is a bustling seaside town with its majestic abbey standing proud on the headland reached by 199 steps from the cobbled streets lined with independent shops and cafés. Scarborough and Filey lie to the east of Pickering, both fantastic seaside resorts with award winning beaches. The Dalby Forest is a short drive or bike ride from the cottage and is home to one of the World Cup Mountain Bike Trials, and there are challenging runs as well as the easy routes for beginners. The Dalby Forest is also home to ’Go Ape’, a great high rope adventure course through the forest. Just a 10-minute drive away is Flamingo Land Theme Park with exhilarating rides and a fantastic zoo making for a great family day out. Beach 19 miles. Shop 400 yards, pub 500 yards and restaurant ½ mile.

Finlay’s Cottage is less than a mile away from the heart of the historical market town of Pickering. Here in the National Park you have beautiful scenery and quaint rural villages surrounding you, with the coast just a 30-minute drive away. Located down a peaceful cul de sac, which is accessed by crossing over the railway line. You have your own private parking space outside at the front of the cottage, with an enclosed garden at the rear.

Stepping inside, the hallway leads you into the open plan kitchen with a dining area. This beautiful kitchen is ideal for creating your favourite meals together, it is well equipped and complete with an integrated dishwasher and a large fridge/freezer for all your groceries. The lounge is separate, with a cosy sofa and an armchair around the feature electric stove. There is a separate toilet and a utility room. Up on the first floor you have two bedrooms, a double which has a window seat where you can watch the passing steam trains and a twin bedroom. There is also a family shower room, with a large walk-in shower. On the second floor you have the spacious master bedroom with a double bed.

Pickering is an ancient market town with an array of shops and restaurants to choose from, as well as the castle ruins to explore and sits at the foot of the North York Moors National Park. Why not take a ride on the steam railway and travel through the rolling moorland to the coastal town of Whitby. Nearby you also have Dalby Forest, where you will find great walking and cycling tracks. The fabulous Go Ape, a high wire tree top adventure, is situated in the forest, or if you prefer to be closer to the ground, try the forest segways and ride around the forest tracks. Take a day trip to Flamingo Land theme park and zoo, only a few minutes’ drive away. Pickering is in the ideal location for visiting the East coast. Pretty, quaint little villages such as Thornton-le-Dale and Helmsley are within a few minutes’ drive, as well as the big cities of York and Hull. The seaside resorts of Scarborough, Filey, Flamborough, Whitby and Robin Hoods Bay are all within a short drive.

This delightful cottage is close to the heart of Pickering, a quaint market town on the edge of the North Yorkshire Moors National Park. Oak Cottage is Grade II listed and was built in the 1840s. It has been renovated in 2020 to a good standard and lovingly furnished throughout to provide a comfortable welcoming stay, perfect for couples or for a small family. This cottage benefits from off street private parking located at the rear of the property, and a small south westerly facing enclosed private courtyard with seating area to enjoy breakfasts or evening drinks alfresco. Inside you are greeted by a bright and cosy open plan living area, with a well-equipped kitchen, a dining table with chairs and bench seating. The living area is complete with a wood burner. In an evening you can unwind on the comfortable seating around the Smart TV with Sky TV and access to Freeview, Netflix and Amazon prime, or pick up a book of local interest from the bookshelf. There is nothing like relaxing in front of a real fire after a long day of exploring.
Upstairs in Oak Cottage it is bright and airy with two well-presented bedrooms, the first is spacious with a kingsize bed, the second is rather more cosy with twin beds. The shower room with large corner shower is modern and bathed in sunshine from the sky light. A welcome pack of light refreshments is provided on arrival, complementary toiletries and hand wash is also provided, all eco friendly and organic where possible. We accept one well behaved dog (small/medium sized).
Pickering is a wonderful base for exploring the North Yorkshire Moors and the nearby coastline. Pickering itself is a pretty market town, with a medieval castle. The steam train winds its way from Pickering over the rolling heather, through valleys and over hills to many picturesque villages all the way to Whitby. Ideal for a special day out. In December they even have a themed Christmas Santa Special on the steam train. The North Yorkshire Moors is a haven for walkers with many trails to explore and an abundance of wildlife. Nearby you have Malton the food capital of Yorkshire with a market, award-winning restaurants and a cookery school. Castle Howard is one of Britain’s finest stately homes, sure to fill you with awe. There are also the beaches of Scarborough, Filey and Bridlington. For children why not treat them with a day out to remember at Flamingoland theme park and zoo less than 10 minutes away. Beach 18½ miles. Shop ½ mile, pub and restaurant ¼ mile.

In a great location for exploring the surrounding countryside as well as the nearby coast. Benefitting from designated off road parking, step from the car parking bay into the wonderful enclosed private garden. South facing and basking in the sun, with outdoor seating beneath the wooden pagoda. Stepping inside, the generously sized kitchen/dining room has an authentic country feel, completed with a bespoke wooden topped island. It is very well equipped and ideal for whipping up home cooked meals to delight the family. The living room is bright and welcoming, with glass bi-folding doors leading out into the garden. Here you have comfortable seating for you all together around the wood burner. The ground floor is completed with a separate toilet as well as a coat cupboard for jackets and walking boots. Up on the first floor you have three bedrooms. The first is a double bedroom as well as views over the garden, the second bedroom has twin beds and the third bedroom is the master with a kingsize bed as well as a modern en-suite shower. There is also a family bathroom which has the option of a bath as well as a separate shower cubicle.
Pickering is a wonderful base for exploring the North Yorkshire Moors and the nearby coastline. Pickering itself is a pretty market town, with a medieval castle. Box Tree Cottage is only steps away from the town centre with an abundance of amenities, including a selection of traditional pubs, restaurants and independent shops. The heritage steam train winds its way from Pickering over the rolling heather, through valleys and over hills to many picturesque villages all the way to Whitby. The North York Moors is a haven for walkers with many trails to explore and an abundance of wildlife. Dalby Forest is wonderful to explore in all seasons, with woodland walks as well as cycle trails. There are many wonderful attractions as well as places of natural beauty all within easy reach, making this an ideal base to discover.

A welcoming, detached lodge resting in Cropton near Middleton, North Yorkshire. Ground-floor living. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Aislaby 2.8 miles; Pickering 5.2 miles; York 30.6 miles.

This house is a great size for families as well as two couples holidaying together. You are in a great location for discovering the beautiful countryside of the surrounding national park as well as the stunning coastline. With your own private driveway, the house is conveniently positioned just over the road from the Black Bull Pub which serves a great choice of meals beside an open fire.
Stepping inside you have a large kitchen, complete with a breakfast bar and integrated appliances. Adjoining the kitchen, you have the dining room, which is in the large, heated conservatory looking out into the enclosed garden with a large patio area. Here you have the option of eating inside as well as out in the sunshine. At the front of the property, you have the living room, complete with an open fire; there’s nothing like a cosy night in front of the amber glow of real flames, hearing them pop and crackle as they radiate their warmth. Also on the ground, floor you have a shower room. The stairs lead up from the landing to the first floor where you have the family bathroom with a shower over the bath as well as three beautifully presented bedrooms. The master bedroom is a generous size with a super kingsize bed and large wardrobes as well as drawers for all of your belongings. The second bedroom has a double bed and in the third bedroom you have a single day bed with a trundle single bed which can be used for an additional guest on request.
The house is 1.5 miles from the pretty market town of Pickering. This is a wonderful base for exploring the North York Moors and the nearby coastline. A steam train winds its way from Pickering over the rolling heather, through valleys and over hills to many picturesque villages all the way to Whitby and is ideal for a special day out; in December it becomes a themed Christmas Santa Special. One of the highlights on the calendar in Pickering is the annual War Weekend, where battle re-enactments take place and live music can be enjoyed, and when the town seems to slip back in time. The surrounding North York Moors is a haven for walkers with many trails to explore and an abundance of wildlife. Dalby Forest has a choice of trails for cyclists as well as walkers, whilst thrill seekers have the Go Ape zip lines through the tree tops. Nearby is Malton, the food capital of Yorkshire, with a market, award-winning restaurants and a cookery school.
For history lovers, Castle Howard is one of Britain’s finest stately homes, sure to fill you with awe, or you can visit the castle, walled gardens and the abbey’s at Helmsley, as well as the photogenic priory in Guisborough. There are also the beaches at Scarborough, Filey and Bridlington nearby to explore. Flamingoland theme park and zoo is a real treat for children, only 5 minutes away. Beach 19 miles. For dog friendly breaks, this is an ideal choice there is even a local dog exercise field a 10 minute walk away, where they are safely enclosed and they can enjoy a good run off lead. Most pubs and cafés in this area are dog friendly, and there are some fabulous walking trails to enjoy together. Beach 19 miles.