Dog Friendly Lodges North Yorkshire

Furnished and equipped to a high standard, this 16th-century detached cottage occupies a quiet and secluded setting within the North York Moors National Park. A romantic retreat amidst beautiful walking country, Grange Farm Cottage is only 10 miles from the picturesque market towns of Helmsley and Pickering. Whitby, with its sandy beach, sailing and sea fishing, is just a short drive away, as are famous Rievaulx Abbey and Castle Howard. Kirkbymoorside is only 5 miles away for 18-hole golf course. Pub and restaurant ¾ mile.

Carefully renovated retaining beautiful beams and roof trusses, Bluebell Barn has been converted into a spacious property, with great attention to detail. The open plan living area is filled with light, and boasts a roaring wood burner and polished concrete floors. This single-storey barn conversion also has three bedrooms, each complete with hairdryers and en-suite facilities. The large garden with a patio and comfortable garden furniture offers a perfect place to relax with a glass of wine on warm summer evenings.
Cyclists can enjoy the Sustrans National Cycle Route which passes close by, and there is also a variety of walks from the doorstep. Bluebell Barn also lies on the edge of historical Hagg Wood, where you can take a pleasant stroll. Local attractions include the Yorkshire Air Museum and the Yorkshire Museum of Farming. There is a good bus service into the historic city of York, and Grimston Bar park and ride also gives easy access into the heart of the city. This vibrant walled city appeals to all ages, with its wealth of world-renowned attractions including the iconic minster, castle, Railway Museum, the Jorvik Centre and Cliffords Tower. Why not visit York’s Chocolate Story, it’s informative and delicious? There are art galleries, theatres and quirky shops along the cobbled streets, as well as and numerous pubs serving real ale. Take a trip on the open top bus, walk along the city walls, cruise along the river or enjoy a day at the Knavesmire racecourse. The property is also easily accessible to the North York Moors and the coastal resorts of Bridlington, Filey and Scarborough. Shop 1 mile, pub and restaurant ¾ mile.

Situated within the North Yorkshire Moors National Park, these carefully converted barns now provide two beautiful holiday cottages in a secluded, south facing, courtyard setting with stunning, uninterrupted views over Ryedale. Riccal Heads (ITS) has a large dining table which can seat 10 people, perfect if both properties are booked together. The area is excellent for both walking and cycling and the picturesque villages and quaint market towns await exploration. Hutton le Hole (1½ miles), is home to the Ryedale Folk Museum, giving an insight into traditions of the past, Helmsley
(10 miles) has a weekly market, an abundance of traditional teashops and the historic attractions of Duncombe Park, the Walled Garden and Norman castle ruins. Easily accessible is Dalby Forest with its 9 mile scenic drive and an award-winning visitor centre. The North York Moors Steam Railway offers a step back in time and a leisurely way to enjoy the scenery. Departing from Pickering
(10 miles) it passes through Goathland and Grosmont on its way to Whitby, with its stunning coastline and ancient abbey. Nunnington Hall, Castle Howard and Rievaulx Abbey are close by and the historic city of York just an hour’s drive away. Riding and golf available locally. Shop 5 miles, pub ¾ mile.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 8 guests.

Kate’s Cottage is a mid-terraced, stone built cottage set in the heart of the Castle Howard Estate between Malton and Helmsley. This romantic little cottage is packed with character providing the perfect hideaway for a couple who enjoy cycling, walking and exploring this beautiful part of North Yorkshire.
Downstairs provides an open plan living space, with beamed ceilings, stone floors and a traditional window seat offering views out along the village. Comfortable seating surrounds the traditional wood burner, perfect for those cooler winter evenings. The bespoke kitchen is well-equipped with a Belfast sink, granite worktops and a quarry tiled floor. The breakfast bar is adjacent and makes a lovely addition to this sociable space. As with many old Yorkshire cottages, the stairs to the first floor are tucked away behind a wooden door and lead straight into the double bedroom. With views of the village and the luxury of an en-suite with roll top bath and underfloor heating, this part of the cottage really does have a homely feel. To the rear of the property is an enclosed, sheltered courtyard that catches the afternoon sun, a lovely place to just sit and relax with your favourite holiday tipple!
The local village pub is a mere three minute walk from the cottage and is well known for its beer festivals and pizza nights. The magnificent stately home of the Howard family, Castle Howard, is a short drive from the cottage and is home to ITVs ‘Victoria’ programme and of course the filming location of ‘Brideshead Revisited’. A day exploring the house and gardens will be a welcome addition to your holiday itinerary and you simply must try the cakes on offer from one of the tea rooms! The Christmas experience is also one of the very best in the country. There are also other stately homes in the surrounding area, including Duncombe Park and Nunnington Hall. Don’t forget the stunning gardens at Helmsley too. The Howardian Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, is right on your doorstep.
This area is a fantastic base for both cyclists and walkers alike with a large network of footpaths and winding country lanes. Fishing can be found 2 miles away at Brick Yard Lakes in Amotherby (at additional cost). The famous market towns of both Malton and Helmsley are only a few minutes’ drive away. Both offer market days around the cobbled squares at their centres as well as a great array of shops to wander in and too many cafés and restaurants to mention. The ancient walled city of York with its beautiful minster and award winning-attractions is only a 20-minute drive away. If you want a little excitement in your holiday, Flamingo Land theme park is close by where you can enjoy the thrills of rollercoasters all day long. This lovely little cottage is tastefully decorated throughout with guests comfort in mind and is just perfect as your holiday home. Local pub and restaurant just 200 yards away.

Owl Cottage is a lovely semi-detached barn conversion and is one of five holiday cottages set around a central courtyard at Holtby Grange, just outside the small village of Holtby and only 5 miles from York city centre. Hidden down a long private drive and surrounded by open countryside with far-reaching views, this one bedroomed property offers a very high level of guest comfort and luxurious extras for a couple. The entrance to the property is from the main courtyard which has beautifully trimmed boxed hedges and a koi carp pond. With shared seating, this area offers a real sense of peace and tranquillity. Upon entering the property you are straight into the open plan kitchen/dining room/living room. With a feature brick wall, contemporary wood burner and vaulted ceiling, not to mention the oak kitchen covered with granite worktops, Belfast sink and high end cooking appliances, this property will not disappoint. The chef in the family will certainly enjoy cooking in this kitchen. The wow factor continues into the bedroom with a kingsize and a high quality mattress and bedding, you are assured a peaceful nights sleep. The wet room is huge with an accessible shower, safety handle and fixed seating. Outside there is a large enclosed garden shared between all the cottages offering a shaded wooded area, summerhouse with seating, garden paths and a central pond which is surrounded by a fence. The property owner lives on-site and there is car parking for two cars and bike storage is also available.
Owl Cottage welcomes dogs. An enclosed paddock and outside dog shower ensure that your four legged friend also has an enjoyable holiday.
Within 5 miles is the historic city of York and its plethora of world renowned visitor attractions from the Gothic York Minster, National Railway Museum, Jorvik Viking Centre and York’s Chocolate Story. If your interests are more towards shopping and experiencing the buzzing café culture and many eateries including Michelin starred restaurants, all of which are dotted along streets that can trace their history back hundreds of years, then there is no better place to base your holiday than at Owl Cottage. The Victorian spa town of Harrogate, 21 miles, Thirsk and home of James Herriot, 31 miles and the seaside resort of Scarborough, 44 miles which are all within day trip distance. Shop 2 miles, pub 1 mile and restaurant 4 miles.
Owl Cottage can be booked together with Cozy Cottage (UK10717), The Granary (UK10718), Applegate Cottage (UK10719) and Field View Cottage (UK10720) to accommodate up to 16 guests.

These three lovely semi-detached cottages, offer dog friendly accommodation, and are nestled behind the local pub in the heart of the village of Stillington in rural North Yorkshire. Set half way between York and Helmsley and with the market town of Easingwold only 3 miles away the cottages are perfectly placed for couples or a small family wanting to enjoy this beautiful part of the country. All the cottages are open plan with a relaxing sitting area. The kitchens are well planned and well-equipped with a dining table to sit and enjoy home cooked evening meals. 1 Croft Cottage (UK10587) and 3 Croft Cottage (ref UK10589) have a spacious double bedroom with an en-suite shower room and both have a comfortable sofa bed for additional sleeping. 2 Croft Cottage (ref UK10588) has a large double bedroom, twin bedroom and bathroom with shower over bath. 1 Croft Cottage has seating area to the front of the cottage, while 2 Croft Cottage and 3 Croft Cottage both have an enclosed lawned area to the front, where you can sit and enjoy morning coffee or al fresco dining after a long day exploring the local area.
The village of Stillington has many amenities including several pubs, restaurants and a Post Office selling local produce and fresh meat. With a social club and a large antiques showroom there is certainly plenty to keep you busy. There are many miles of public footpaths and bridleways crisscrossing the countryside, and with the Howardian Hills only a few miles away it makes the cottages great for dogs. Stillington is also close to Thirsk, Helmsley, Harrogate and Knaresborough and has a great local bus service which will connect you to all of North Yorkshire.
The historic city of York is a must visit destination with attractions for all the family, from the famous Jorvic Viking Centre and the National Railway Museum to York’s Chocolate Story and York Minster. York’s winding streets and medieval buildings are world famous for playing host to hundreds of independent shops and restaurants. Indeed the coffee culture in York is well established with many eateries offering outside seating areas allowing you to watch the world go by. Shop 200 yards, pub and restaurant 10 yards.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 10 guests.

Morning Mist is stunning! Set on a working farm, on the edge of, and within walking distance from, Strensall Common, an area of special scientific interest, with lovely views across open countryside and to the village beyond. Here you are only 8 miles from York, where the magic of the city will surely leave you with many special memories.
Tucked away in a secluded corner under an ancient oak tree and with a cosy welcoming interior, this property is ideal for you to enjoy a romantic break away in open countryside; perfect as a base to explore the historic city of York and North York Moors, whilst providing a relaxing retreat to return to each evening. The open plan living area is well laid out and offers a cosy place to sit and enjoy a home-cooked meal, prepared in the small but well equipped kitchen, whilst the warming wood burner will provide just the right ambiance for your romantic evening in. The kingsize bed is slightly raised so that you can lie in bed and look out across the fields as you wake up and plan your day. The rustic shower room for Morning Mist is a bespoke miniature shepherd’s hut, sat just to the side, with a large shower. Step outside into the enclosed garden where a wood-fired hot tub sits to one side - just perfect for a few hours relaxing under the stars, or a peaceful soak in the afternoon sun, after your long day exploring the local area. For cycling enthusiasts, there are also bicyles provided at the property.
The local village offers lots of amenities, including a choice of pubs, takeaways and convenience stores. York offers some of the UK’s leading visitor attractions, including the majestic York Minster, National Railway Museum, which is the largest in the world, York’s Chocolate Story and the not to be missed Jorvik Viking Centre. Getting into the city is easy by car (including park and ride) or bus, with services running daily and if you wish to be a little more energetic why not try one of the many cycle routes into the city?
Just a short drive away is the iconic Castle Howard, home to Brideshead Revisited, Sledmere House Beningborough Hall and the picturesque market towns of Malton and Helmsley, where you can sample some great Yorkshire fayre in one of the many independent cafés and delicatessens. A little further afield is the stunning North Yorkshire Moors National Park and the famous coastal towns of Whitby and Scarborough; great for some sea air and a fish and chip supper. Morning Mist is the perfect base for your romantic getaway – what are you waiting for? Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.

Rose Cottage is a superb single-storey property. Sleeping four guests, it is dog friendly and has excellent accessible facilities including ramp access and a large wet room with a double shower. It also boasts a four-seater hot tub on the decking. The bright and airy open plan living area with vaulted ceiling, and state-of-the-art kitchen will be the heart of this holiday home. It provides a mixture of twin and kingsize accommodation, a built-in sound system, electric Velux windows and every mod con you could wish for and really does deliver when it comes to guest comfort.
Strensall is located on the River Foss with a wide range of facilities including three pubs, a choice of grocery shops, post office, takeaway and a fish and chip shop. On the doorstep is York Golf Club and Strensall Common, a huge conservation area maintained by Yorkshire Wildlife Trust and which is popular with birdwatchers.
Regular buses run from the village to the centre of the ancient walled city of York, 7 miles away. Steeped in history and brimming with attractions, York appeals to all ages. Visit the magnificent minster, the Jorvik Viking Centre and the Railway Museum, browse the art galleries and stroll along the cobbled streets and city walls. There are numerous restaurants, tea shops and an abundance of inns serving real ale. Enjoy a day at the races, take a river boat trip or watch the talented street entertainers.
The surrounding area has much to offer too, with stately homes at Castle Howard and Beningbrough Hall, quaint market towns at Easingwold and Helmsley, and a short drive leads to the beautiful North York Moors where the famous steam train departs from Pickering and transports visitors through stunning scenery to the fishing port of Whitby.
The coastal towns of Scarborough and Filey are also easily accessible, and after fun-filled days of sight-seeing, visitors can return to the comfort of this delightful holiday home and the relaxing bubbles of the hot tub! Shop and pub ½ mile, restaurant 2 miles.
Rose Cottage can be booked together with Daisy Cottage (UK11589), Poppy Cottage (UK2726) and Sunflower Cottage (UKC2028) to accommodate up to 15 guests.

For 3 years running Duck cottage has been awarded our customers choice award and is aptly named Duck Cottage since as you are next to the village green with a large duck pond, Duck Cottage’s location is picture perfect, with trailing weeping willows along the bank and benches where you can enjoy the view whilst feeding the resident ducklings and their families. Duck Cottage was once a workshop for local woodworkers; it has been lovingly renovated to delight guests on arrival. The original beams are still retained harking back to its former days.
You are in an idyllic village setting, just opposite the heart and soul of the community - the village green and the friendly local pub, serving hearty meals with an outdoor beer garden. This is an ideal choice for those who love the great outdoors as you will be right on the doorstep of the Howardian Hills (Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty). The owners have taken care to describe some of their favourite nearby walks as well as lists of different attractions to choose from in the welcome folder. You will be spoilt for choice, as there is lots to see and do in the area.
The cottage itself is tastefully furnished throughout. The layout is all on the ground floor, with just one step in the living area down to the kitchen. The property is bright and modern, with skylights bathing you in sunshine. On entering there is an entrance hallway leading you to the master double bedroom. Branching off the hallway is the shower room. Then further down the hallway it opens into the living area. This is a carefully laid out and tastefully furnished room, ensuring your comfort and providing a welcoming space to unwind in an evening. The well-equipped kitchen also has a breakfast bar. The kitchen leads to a twin bedroom, which can be made up as a double on request. Outside is a garden room with sofa and TV and for those chiller evenings a stove to keep you cosy. Attached to this is a private patio area with garden furniture so that you can dine outside in the summer months, as well as an enclosed garden beside the neighbouring owners’ home with a lawn perfect for exercising your pet dog.
Also being located between both the North York Moors National Park and the Yorkshire Dales you are in a great area for exploring. It is only 12 miles from the historical walled city of York, with medieval cobbled streets, Clifford’s Tower and many other attractions including the Jorvik Viking centre. The stately homes of Castle Howard, Newby Hall and Beningborough Hall are nearby, and Kirkham, Rievaulx and Fountain’s Abbey ruins are all worth a visit. Mother Shipton’s Cave at Knaresborough is a quirky day out, where you can see how the waterfall preserves objects by turning them to stone and hear tales of the ’witch’ who lived there. For younger visitors, Flamingo Land Theme Park and zoo is around a 45-minute drive away. There are also many outdoor activities to enjoy including golf, fishing at the nearby well stocked lakes, and zip lining through the treetops at Dalby Forest. This is a fabulous choice for year-round breaks to the country. Shop, pub and restaurant ¼ mile.

1 Kirkby Cottage is a charming, semi-detached holiday home in the heart of the pretty village of Sheriff Hutton, on the edge of the Howardian Hills an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty midway between the historic city of York and the bustling market town of Malton.
Offering a warm welcome and with a contemporary feel, this property is ideal for a family of six or a group of friends looking to enjoy this beautiful part of North Yorkshire. The open plan living area is well planned and flooded with natural light from the patio doors which lead out to the enclosed patio area. The underfloor heating provides a warm welcome and will be comforting during the cooler winter months. To the first floor are three comfortable bedrooms offering a mixture of twin and double beds. The master room has the added luxury of an en-suite shower room and a super kingsize bed. The accommodation is completed with a house bathroom with separate shower cubicle. To the rear of the house is a south facing, dog friendly patio which provides a sheltered spot for al fresco dining or an early morning coffee.
Step outside and you will find yourself in the very heart of the village. The local pub is just around the corner and serves delicious meals and traditional ale. There is also a well-stocked village shop and Post Office just across the road. A takeaway can also be found within walking distance. The remains of the 14th century Sheriff Hutton Castle keeps a watchful eye over the village; the castle was one of Richard III’s favourite castles, you can even see it from the rear main bedroom! There is a bus stop adjacent to the property with buses to York, Malton, and Castle Howard.
A short drive brings you to Castle Howard, famous as the home of Brideshead Revisited. With a year-round programme of events a visit here is a must. This area is just perfect for those who enjoy walking and cycling with miles of lanes, public footpaths, and bridleways to explore. York golf course is also a 5-minute drive away. A little further afield is the iconic City of York, home to a plethora of world-renowned visitor attractions. The bustling market towns of Easingwold, Malton, Helmsley and Pickering are within easy reach. With the North York Moors, Dalby Forest, coastal towns of Whitby and Scarborough and a host of National Trust properties all nearby, this Sheriff Hutton holiday home provides an ideal base for all the family. Pub and restaurant 50 yards.