Cottage for rent in Thorgill, near Pickering - Sleeps 4.

Rowan Cottage2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4.

Tucked away in the heart of the North York Moors National Park, Rowan Cottage offers the ultimate rural retreat.

Accommodation details

Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Freeview TV, Woodburner
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Fridge/Freezer, Coffee Machine
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Electric heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Stairgate. Back garden with garden furniture. 1 small dog welcome. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: This property is accessed via a rough track.

Located in the peaceful hamlet of Thorgill, this charming stone cottage is surrounded by rolling hills, ancient woodlands, and scenic walking trails. If you’re looking to escape the hustle and bustle and reconnect with nature, this is the perfect hideaway. The local pub in Rosedale is approx one mile away, boasting quaint tearooms, a welcoming pub serving hearty home-cooked meals, and a fascinating history tied to the area’s once-thriving ironstone industry. Reaching the cottage is an experience in itself, with winding country lanes guiding you through breathtaking landscapes before arriving at the private road leading to Thorgill Cottages. You’ll have your gravelled parking bay right beside the cottage for convenience.

Inside, Rowan Cottage exudes rustic charm with its terracotta tiled floors and cosy country-style kitchen. A breakfast bar offers the perfect spot to enjoy a morning coffee, and a stable door leads out onto a private patio with uninterrupted views across the moorland. Here, you can sit and watch wildlife, from soaring birds of prey to grazing deer. Four steps take you down to the living area, where comfortable sofas and a traditional wood burner (display only). A dining table completes this welcoming space, perfect for enjoying home-cooked meals after a day of exploring. Upstairs, the cottage offers two well-presented double bedrooms, each designed to provide a restful night’s sleep. A modern shower room completes the layout.

The North York Moors National Park is a haven for walkers and nature lovers, offering miles of scenic trails, dramatic heather-clad landscapes, and historic landmarks such as Rievaulx Abbey. The nearby market towns of Pickering and Helmsley provide charming independent shops, historic castles, and excellent eateries.
For those craving the sea air, the Yorkshire coastline is within easy reach. Discover the smuggler’s haven of Robin Hood’s Bay, the sandy beaches of Scarborough, and the atmospheric streets of Whitby, home to the iconic abbey ruins. Whether you’re exploring the countryside or the coast, Rowan Cottage is the perfect base for your Yorkshire adventure.