Pet Friendly Holidays Yorkshire Moors

Denton House, in the hamlet of Ravenscar, stands in an elevated position 600 feet above sea level overlooking Robin Hood’s Bay and the North York Moors. The horizon is 33 miles distant on a clear day. This detached home was built in 1993 from locally quarried stone blocks and has oil central heating and two log burning stoves. A garden room, also constructed from stone blocks is heated by electric oil radiator, and contains a sink unit, garden chairs, television with built in DVD player. The main feature of the room is a games table which can be used for either American pool, air hockey and table tennis. A lockable garage may be used for the storage of bikes. The garden, which overlooks a field immediately behind the house and towards the valley and bay, has two patio areas, one behind the house and the other next to the garden room. Both enjoy a sunny aspect for the majority of sunny days. Sheep graze in the field at certain times of the year and dog owners need to be aware that this is sheep country. There is a modern kitchen and a handy downstairs shower room. The second floor has an open plan landing with sofa looking out towards the moors.
Denton House is situated within a few hundred yards of the Cleveland Way route, which is perfect for guests who enjoy walking. There is a path leading down to a beach from the clifftop, or alternative road access to the beach via a track 1.5 miles away. There is also the old railway line which ran through Ravenscar between Scarborough and Whitby until the 1960’s which serves as a mainly gentle cycle track for the family. The station platform, tunnel and bridges are still in place along the 21 mile line. The beach below the cliffs at Ravenscar can be accessed by footpath across the golf course or by the disused railway line. Vehicle access is by a scenic single track road leading down the valley to a sandy beach. The foreshore of Robin Hood’s Bay is very well known for ammonite fossils and searching for them can be good fun for children of all ages.
The larger resorts of Whitby and Scarborough are just a short drive away. Whitby is a very busy working harbour and town, and is famous for the Dracula and Heartbeat locations and the exploits of Captainn Cook. Not forgetting award winning fish restaurants. Alternatively, Scarborough is a large Victorian seaside resort famous for its two bays, the North Bay being the quieter of the two. The long marine drive is over three miles of flat walking and is ideal for a pleasant evening stroll. Shop 8 miles, pub 2 miles and restaurant 500 yards.

Storey Farm Cottage is a cosy converted barn with stunning uninterrupted views down the valley. Sleeping up to six people and two well behaved dogs, it is set in a remote hamlet of Hartoft in the North York Moors National Park. Set on a small hill farm in 38 private acres, it is a perfect place to get away from the hustle and bustle of life. Watch the wildlife from the patio or you could just unwind and enjoy the peace.

Once one of the farm buildings, is now a perfect semi-detached holiday cottage in the beautiful countryside of Hartoft, near Pickering. Set in 38 acres of private farmland with fields that are interspersed with woodland and streams. This peaceful secluded location has a wonderful view across the valley where there is a chance to see an abundance of wildlife including deer, foxes, owls and badgers. The cottage is spacious and benefits from having two bathrooms, one on the ground floor and one on the first floor. The cosy living room is welcoming with a wood burner for those winter walking breaks, curl up after a day walking the many trails around the cottage. It is a great place to base yourself while exploring the North York Moors.

Storey Farm Cottage is situated on the edge of Cropton Forest where you will find an abundance of walks and bike trails, as well as lots of wildlife. Dalby Forest is also just a short drive, home to one of the World Cup mountain bike trails. Challenge yourself with exhilarating runs, or for those who just want a leisurely bike ride or walk, there are acres of woodland paths to enjoy. Dalby Forest is also home to ’Go Ape’, a fantastic tree-top adventure activity course with zip wires, high ropes and challenging obstacles.

Rosedale Abbey is just over 3 miles from the cottage, once an industrial village with a thriving mining industry of iron ore, now a very pretty traditional Yorkshire village with a village green, stunning countryside and great cafés. It’s very popular with walkers and cyclists who often stop for their break on the village green and enjoy the local produce. The town of Pickering is a 10-minute drive, and home to the North Yorkshire Moors steam railway. Here you can catch the steam train across the moors from Pickering to Whitby, stopping off at Goathland and Grosmont, both featured in the TV programme ’Heartbeat’.

North Yorkshire is famous for its market towns and you are perfectly based with this cottage to visit them, including Pickering, Malton, Thirsk and Helmsley. These towns boast many independent shops, eateries and farmers’ markets. For those who enjoy the coast, Whitby is around a 30-minute drive away, a resort that is as popular in the winter as it is in the summer. Whitby Abbey is the inspiration for Bram Stoker’s book ’Dracula’ and is perched on the hillside overlooking the town. Beach 18 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 2½ miles.

Tucked away in a rural setting within the North York Moors National Park, The Wheelhouse enjoys glorious views and makes a lovely holiday home with enjoyable walks from the door. The property has been carefully restored to combine traditional features such as exposed stonework and an unusually spacious garden room that was formerly the wheelhouse for horses threshing corn.

The Wheelhouse is just a couple of miles from the pretty village of Swainby and well placed for visiting the market town of Thirsk and surrounding ‘Herriot Country’. A little further afield is the north east coast with its fishing villages and Whitby where Whitby Abbey stands majestically on the headland above the traditional working harbour. For the energetic there is good surfing at Saltburn. The North York Moorsand ’Heartbeat’ country provide stunning scenery and are wonderful for touring. Shops and pub 2½ miles.

Osmotherley is a quaint village situated on the edge of the North York Moors National Park and surrounded by mile upon mile of cycle routes and walkways such as the famous Lyke Wake Walk which starts or ends just above the village. The village has three traditional pubs all offering good food, local produce and fine ales, and there is a well-stocked village shop next door. There are several walking and cycling routes that pass through the village and cycling has become especially popular as the ’Tour De Yorkshire’ passes nearby each year. Osmotherley is just within the National Park where you will find some stunning scenery and ancient buildings nearby such as Sheepwash, Cod Beck Reservoir and Mount Grace Priory which are all within walking distance. There is an abundance of pretty villages in the area including Helmsley which is reached by driving up the stunning Sutton Bank with its amazing views, and you are also just 40 minutes from the pretty seaside town of Saltburn by the Sea.

The market town of Northallerton is only 7 miles away, Thirsk with its links to James Herriot, and horse racing, is just 10 miles away. A little further afield but still within an hour’s drive is the beautiful and historic Georgian town of Richmond which sits beside the River Swale and offers panoramic views across the surrounding area as well as the opportunity to explore the many antique shops, cafés, restaurants and bistros. Also within an hour’s drive of Vanehouse Apartment are the cathedral cities of York and Durham where there are many historic attractions including York Minster, the Jorvik Centre and Durham Castle. Beach 17 miles. Shop 10 yards, pubs and restaurants 100 yards.

Situated in the village of Fylingthorpe in the North Yorkshire Moors National Park, Rose Cottage is a wonderful base from which to explore the hidden delights that Yorkshire has to offer. This wonderful, detached, Grade II listed corner house has plenty of space with a fully fitted kitchen leading into the dining room with an attractive multi-fuel burner. There is a separate living room for quiet time and a chance to relax after a day of exploration. There are two bedrooms on the first floor next to a family bathroom, and a master bedroom with en-suite on the top floor. There are gardens and outdoor areas all around the property as well as bike storage available. For walkers or those taking their four-legged friends, there is an outside cleaning area.
Robins Hood’s Bay is a short walk away which takes in fantastic views down into the bay with its maritime history, traditional pubs and a fantastic beach. There is also an abundance of walks and cycle tracks for ramblers and cyclists to take advantage of right on your doorstep. The Esk Valley and its stunning scenery, best enjoyed from the windows of the steam train that travels right into the heart of the North Yorkshire Moors National Park, is close by.
Whitby is a short drive or local bus journey away with its stunning abbey, abundance of restaurants, bars, tearooms and golden sands. It hosts regular festivals and events such as the Whitby Goth Weekend, a regatta and regular music events. The traditional seaside resort of Scarborough is just south of Fylingthorpe and has its own attractions such as the open air theatre with regular international bands and artists, Alpamare Waterpark and Scarborough Sea Life Sanctuary. Board the North Yorkshire Moors Railway steam train for a step back in time and travel to the villages of Goathland, made famous by TV series ’Heartbeat’, and Grosmont. The medieval walled town of York is just an hour way and is host to many attractions including the National Railway Museum and the Jorvik Viking Centre. Beach 1 mile. Shop, pub and restaurant 400 yards.

The Anchorage is a picturesque fisherman’s cottage, in an enviable, south-facing position right on the quayside in the pretty fishing village of Staithes. This holiday cottage boasts the most wonderful views across the harbour and into the bay, the perfect place to sit and relax. The property is tucked snugly underneath the cliffs which rise to the rear. The kitchen and bathroom have been fully renovated in 2019, and the property is well-equipped and cosy. It is furnished to a very good standard retaining much character with many delightful features and charming paintings of Staithes.
There is vehicular access and parking for 2 cars outside the property (for which permits are provided), a rare commodity in Staithes.
Staithes is tucked into a cleft of rock which forms a natural harbour in this rugged path of coastline north of Whitby. This is an excellent base from which to explore the North Yorkshire Moors and the coast, and is renowned amongst walkers. The famous Cleveland Way on the cliff side is very close by, from which beautiful walks and views can be enjoyed.
The beach, renowned for its fossil hunting, is on your doorstep, and the village, with its cobbled streets, restaurants/tea shops and art gallery, is an enchanting place to discover.
Staithes has historical, seafaring connections, and Captain James Cook, discoverer of Australia, lived in Staithes between 1745-46 working as a grocer’s apprentice, and this is where he first gained his passion for the sea.
The town has a long association with artists, who have flocked here since the 1900s, whereupon a group formed, known as the ‘Staithes group of artists’, including Laura Knight and George Wetherill (the ’Turner’ of the north). Countless artists have and still do visit Staithes regularly and find inspiration among the huddled cottages, winding paths, towering cliffs and wild seas. This association with art is still strong, with painting breaks and tuition held in the village. To celebrate this history, each September residents open up their houses displaying local artists work for the public to see.
The children’s CBEEBIES programme ‘Old Jack’s Boat’, featuring Bernard Cribbins and his dog Salty, is set and filmed in Staithes - a very exciting prospect for the younger visitors to the town! Shop, pub and restaurant 500 yards.

Tucked away on a hillside along a quiet lane, this 150-year-old holiday cottage enjoys enviable panoramic sea views over the picturesque fishing village of Staithes. Adjoining another property, it emanates a spacious and airy feel and has been furnished and equipped to a very good standard. Complemented by a wood burner and pretty cottage garden, it also has its own adjacent parking place. The quaint cobbled streets of Staithes, with tearooms, restaurants and pubs, are just a 2-minute stroll away. Beach 400 yards. Pub and restaurant 160 yards.