Within the North York Moors National Park, in a sheltered wooded valley close to the magnificent ruins of Rievaulx Abbey, these spacious, comfortable and well equipped cottages stand in a landscaped courtyard, close to the owners' farmhouse home. Bridge Cottage and The Coach House have an interconnecting door and may be booked together to sleep 6. Visitors can wander the 70 acres of beautifully tended grounds or relax in the shared terrace garden with its small lake and river frontage. The views over the surrounding countryside are superb, and there is excellent walking from the doorstep. Long distance footpaths along this area's Heritage Coastline, and the Cleveland Way, offer perfect terrain for walkers and cyclists. The Ryedale Folk Museum at popular Hutton-Le-Hole, and the ruins of Rosedale Abbey are both worth a visit. For a day out, the North York Moors Railway runs steam train journeys between Grosmont and Pickering. Whitby, is easily reached, with miles of sandy beaches and an ancient abbey overlooking its harbour. Scarborough, and the coastal villages of Staithes, Runswick Bay and Sandsend are all within 20 miles. Horse racing at Thirsk, Wetherby and York, 25 miles. Closer to home, Helmsley has Duncombe Park and a castle. Shop and pub 2 miles.

Ground floor: Lounge/dining room/kitchen, 1 double bedroom with en-suite bathroom with shower over bath, toilet & basin.

Services: Elec woodburner. Economy 7 CH. Garage for 2 cars. Laundry service at cost. Garden with patio & furniture. One pet welcome. Non smokers only. Friday to Friday bookings. Easy Walking Access.

Services for all properties: Living flame effect gas fire (in 15624, 13920 & 13921). GFCH (in 13919 & 13920). All fuel, power, bed linen & towels inc. Ample parking. Cot. H/chair. Elec cooker. D/washer. M/wave. W/machine (except 19473 & 19474). Shared payphone. Patio areas. BBQ. Shared 70 acre grounds. Shared terrace garden with small lake & river frontage, young children must be supervised. Natural spring water supply.