Perfect for any party of four, this pet-friendly lodge sits amid expansive grounds on the southern edge of the North York Moors National Park. Pick up supplies in the nearby farm shop and café or head into the market town of Pickering or the picturesque Thornton Dale, each within 1.5 miles. Take a heritage train ride into the Moors from Pickering, and at Grosmont, you can connect to the Esk Valley Line for a day in Whitby (21 miles). The Edwardian resort of Filey is 21 miles, and lively Scarborough is 17 miles. Castle Howard (14 miles) is a stunning stately home with acres of grounds and a great adventure playground. Rievaulx Abbey is 17 miles, while family Dalby Forest and Flamingo Land theme park is within 5 miles. Visit York (26 miles), a vibrant and historic city with many independent shops, eateries and attractions to explore.
Enter into a handy 'bootility’ area with a bench seat, coat hooks and utility cupboard. Beyond, a wall of fully glazed folding doors connects the interior and outdoor social spaces, giving effortless access to a decking area with lovely leafy views. Inside, the scene is chic and comfortable, the kitchen in one corner – shaker-style, with cool quartz surfaces – housing all the cooking essentials. A solid wood breakfast bar overlooks the lounge area and complements the circular dining table close by. Stretch out on the large corner sofa to unwind. A Smart TV and a PlayStation 4 puts games, movies and catch-up TV at your fingertips, while the wood burner-effect electric fire adds a warm glow after dark. When it’s time to sleep, two blissful bedrooms beckon from either side of this social hub; the master boasts a walk-in wardrobe, dressing area and en-suite shower room, while the twin room features full-size single beds and an en-suite bathroom. Each bedroom has its own TV plus patio doors onto the decking area, which stretches across the entire front of the lodge.
Complete with outdoor lounge furniture, a dining suite and BBQ, the deck also features a fabulous private hot tub for the ultimate in laid-back luxury. There’s parking close to the front door and, if you’re holidaying with children and pets, a play area and designated dog-walking field are on site too.