Welcome to The Lodge at Owstwick Hall, a charming retreat located on the picturesque Yorkshire coastline. Recently renovated in 2023 to a high standard, this delightful property offers a perfect blend of modern amenities and traditional cottage charm. Step into the newly refurbished open-plan kitchen/dining room equipped with all appliances needed to rustle up a meal, alongside a convenient wine cooler. Once complete, gather around the dining table to enjoy with your loved ones. The open-plan layout creates a sociable space where you can cook, dine, and relax together. The inviting living room boasts exposed beams that add character to the space. Curl up on the comfortable furnishings and feel the warmth of the wood-burning stove crackling in the background. It’s the perfect spot to unwind after a day of exploration.
On the ground floor, you’ll find a bedroom with super kingsize bed and a lovely garden view. Wake up to the sights and sounds of nature right outside your window. There’s also a convenient house shower room nearby, ensuring everyone’s comfort and privacy. Climb the cottage-style stairs to the first floor, where you’ll discover two more beautifully appointed bedrooms. The first bedroom features twin beds. The second bedroom offers a cosy double bed, promising a restful night’s sleep.
The Lodge at Owstwick Hall boasts a large enclosed garden, a haven for relaxation and outdoor activities. Spend leisurely afternoons enjoying the fresh air or soak away your cares in the luxurious hot tub, which comfortably accommodates six people. With its tranquil setting, the garden is the perfect retreat for both humans and their furry friends which are also warmly welcomed, ensuring that your whole family can enjoy a memorable vacation together.
The Lodge’s prime location offers the best of both worlds, being only a short drive to the beach for days of sandcastle building and sea breeze, and easy access to the charming town of Hornsea. Nature enthusiasts will delight in visiting the nearby Spurn Point Nature Reserve, where they can observe a diverse range of flora and fauna. Shopping enthusiasts can indulge in a visit to Hornsea Free Port, a retail haven offering a wide variety of stores. And for those seeking tranquillity and natural beauty, a venture inland will reveal the unspoiled rolling hills of the Yorkshire Wolds, ready to be explored. Come and experience the beauty and comfort of The Lodge at Owstwick Hall, where modern amenities, serene surroundings, and a warm welcome await you.

Welcome to Acorn Barn, a charming holiday retreat nestled in the heart of Laytham, Yorkshire. Immerse yourself in the beauty of this picturesque village and let the tranquillity of the surrounding countryside wash over you.
Laytham, with its timeless charm and idyllic landscapes, offers a myriad of activities for guests seeking a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure. Begin your day with a leisurely stroll through the quaint streets, where historic architecture and friendly locals create an inviting atmosphere. The village exudes a sense of serenity that is perfect for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
For outdoor enthusiasts, Laytham boasts an array of scenic walking trails, allowing you to explore the lush, rolling hills and take in breathtaking views of the Yorkshire countryside. The expansive landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for cycling excursions, offering both challenging routes for seasoned cyclists and leisurely paths for those seeking a more relaxed ride.
Discover the rich history of the region by visiting nearby landmarks such as Laytham Castle or immersing yourself in the local culture at the village pub. Indulge in traditional Yorkshire cuisine and savour the warmth of the community, creating memories that will linger long after your stay. During the holiday season, Laytham transforms into a festive wonderland, with charming Christmas markets, twinkling lights, and a joyful atmosphere that will leave you enchanted. Embrace the holiday spirit as you explore the local shops, filled with unique treasures and handmade crafts, making Laytham the perfect destination for a magical winter getaway.
Whether you seek relaxation or adventure, Acorn Barn in Laytham, Yorkshire, offers a gateway to a world of possibilities. Immerse yourself in the charm of this enchanting village and create memories that will last a lifetime. Welcome to your Yorkshire holiday retreat.

The owners offer their guests a free daily session with their dog at Hunsdale Fields. Both 3-acre and 5-acre fields are fully enclosed, where each customer has the exclusive use to let their dog exercise off the lead, without the distractions of other dogs or their owners.
Visit England ROSE award winner 2017
This superbly restored, former estate stone cottage offers excellent terraced holiday accommodation in the heart of the village of Brantingham opposite the picturesque village pond and green. It has modern internal features, including high speed fibre broadband, a bespoke kitchen, feature brick barbecue, patio furniture and sun umbrella for an al fresco meal, wood burning stove and an oak staircase, leading to galleried landing with a desk and views of the village green. It has quality oak furniture, and furnishings created with the help of an interior designer. The property also has special lighting, underfloor heating downstairs and in the bathroom, and provides a lovely base to explore the area from or simply relax in. Luxury toiletries, bathrobes and bed linen are also provided. It benefits from a south-facing garden with built-in barbecue and it is only a short walk to the village pub and restaurant. On arrival, guests will receive a hamper of local produce to help them settle in. At Christmas time, it is decorated for that festive cheer.
You might never want to leave the village, but if you do, there is plenty to do in the local area, including Beverley with its cobbled streets, racecourse, minster and courtyards. Hull is only 12 miles away, with its 2017 City of Culture status, museums, Humber Bridge, Hull Truck Theatre and The Deep aquarium. Hull University is only 13 miles away, making Pond View Cottage ideal for parents visiting their children, taster weeks and graduation. Further afield there is Burton Constable Hall, Castle Howard, North York Moors and Xscape Yorkshire (which boasts the country’s biggest real snow slope). York, with its minster, Shambles, museums, nearby Yorkshire Air Museum and boat trips, is 28 miles away. Cyclists and walkers will love the rolling hills and many established walks, including the Yorkshire Wolds Way and Coast to Coast cycle route, which are accessed from outside the door. For those that enjoy a game of golf, Cave Castle, Brough and Hessle golf courses are nearby. Metal detecting (on private land) and fishing can be arranged. Shop ¾ mile, pub and restaurant 200 yards.

Set in 10-acres of beautiful countryside, these contemporary holiday cottages offer lovingly furnished and comfortable holiday accommodation. Four of the cottages enjoy access to a shared central glass atrium, providing an internal patio area. Children and adults alike can enjoy the owners’ collection of farmyard animals including goats, pigs, sheep, ponies, donkeys, and poultry. With a designated dog walk in the grounds, visitors’ pets are made to feel very welcome here too. Mappleton Sands are close by, ideal for summer picnics on the tranquil sandy beach or a cliff top stroll, and a 4-mile drive takes you to the seaside town of Hornsea with The Mere, a birdwatcher’s paradise and where boats can be hired for rowing and fishing. Here you are also within easy reach of the historic town of Beverley with its minster and renowned racecourse, and the award-winning aquarium ’The Deep’, in Hull city centre. There are stately homes at Burton Agnes and Sewerby Hall, and further inland lies the rolling countryside of the Yorkshire Wolds, the inspiration for David Hockney’s famous paintings. The nearby pub which is 400 yards away is closed at the moment but we have lovely pubs in nearby villages of New Ellerby and Withernwick. Shop 4 miles.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 24 guests.

Set in 10-acres of beautiful countryside, these contemporary holiday cottages offer lovingly furnished and comfortable holiday accommodation. Four of the cottages enjoy access to a shared central glass atrium, providing an internal patio area. Children and adults alike can enjoy the owners’ collection of farmyard animals including goats, pigs, sheep, ponies, donkeys, and poultry. With a designated dog walk in the grounds, visitors’ pets are made to feel very welcome here too. Mappleton Sands are close by, ideal for summer picnics on the tranquil sandy beach or a cliff top stroll, and a 4-mile drive takes you to the seaside town of Hornsea with The Mere, a birdwatcher’s paradise and where boats can be hired for rowing and fishing. Here you are also within easy reach of the historic town of Beverley with its minster and renowned racecourse, and the award-winning aquarium ’The Deep’, in Hull city centre. There are stately homes at Burton Agnes and Sewerby Hall, and further inland lies the rolling countryside of the Yorkshire Wolds, the inspiration for David Hockney’s famous paintings. The nearby pub which is 400 yards away is closed at the moment but we have lovely pubs in nearby villages of New Ellerby and Withernwick. Shop 4 miles.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 24 guests.

This lovely ground floor conversion of a Grade II listed, former station master’s house provides an amazing location for the perfect Yorkshire coastal holiday. The station was designed by Rawlins Gould and opened on the 28th March 1864, closing 100 years later, on 19th October 1964, following the Beeching cuts. The property has been tastefully restored and enjoys some sea views from both bedrooms, and the twin bedroom has a 24" Freeview TV and DVD player.
The sandy beaches are about 200 yards away, and there is a boat compound with launching facilities for boats, ribs and jetskis giving access to the sea. It is centrally located in the unspoilt seaside town of Hornsea, known as ’Lakeland by the Sea’, due to the presence in the town of Yorkshire’s largest natural freshwater lake, Hornsea Mere. Not only is the property close to the beach and promenade with its cafés and fish and chip shops, but it is also a short level stroll from the heritage town centre with its museum, shops, restaurants, cafés, bars and public parks, making it an ideal base for those wanting to relax and enjoy the area. Within just a few hundred yards of Station House you will find an indoor soft play facility and Hornsea’s main leisure centre, which offers an indoor heated swimming pool, gym, café and other facilities. Hornsea is also the finishing point for the Trans Pennine Way; from your doorstep you can cycle or walk through the town and out into open countryside on these wonderful, largely level, maintained leisure trails. Activities locally also include sailing and bird watching at Hornsea Mere, Hornsea Golf Course, Freeport shopping centre, Honeysuckle Farm and there is a boat compound with launching facilities. Further afield you’ll find The Deep (a huge aquarium) at Hull and, of course, Bridlington, Scarborough, York, Filey and Flamborough. Whatever the weather, and however you like to spend your holidays, either relaxing or being active, a stay at Station House in Hornsea will surely delight. Shop, pub and restaurant ¼ mile.

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.

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.

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.