Unique cottage in Rosedale, near Pickering - sleeps 4

VALENCOURT Cottage 3 bedrooms, sleeps 4

Valencourt has a spacious open living area upstairs, with original beams and sloping roof adding beautiful character to this unique cottage.

Accommodation details

Ground Floor:
Bedroom 1: With double bed and en-suite with shower cubicle and toilet.
Bedroom 2: With ¾ double bed.
Bedroom 3: With single bed.
Bathroom: With shower over bath, and toilet.
Open-tread stairs to.

First Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: With wood burner and TV.
Dining area: With sloping ceiling.
Kitchen area: With electric cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher.

Visit England 3 Star.

All properties: Economy 7 night storage heaters, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Cot and highchair available on request. Utility room with tumble dryer (shared with other properties on-site). Laundry service. 130-acre grounds and picnic paddock (shared with other properties on-site). 2 small dog welcome. Bike stores. Ample parking. No smoking. Please note: There is a stream approximately 550 yards from the properties.

Extra Amenities

VisitEngland Silver Award for Green Tourism. Craven Garth Cottages are located in Rosedale, in the heart of the North York Moors National Park, on a family run working farm. All the cottages have been lovingly converted from old farm buildings and barns, and still retain much of their original character. Each property offers cosy, comfortable and well-equipped accommodation, providing an ideal base from which to explore the local moors and stunning coastline. There is a large paddock and gardens to unwind in and enjoy the stunning views and sunsets.

Rosedale offers a warm welcome to all ages, and is popular year round with families, walkers and cyclists alike. There are two pubs situated in Rosedale alongside two cafés on the village green, all serving delicious local produce. This is a lovely walking route from Craven Garth Cottages either by the quiet road or via the old railway line. The village boasts the fun and challenging Rosedale Abbey Golf Course, welcome to all abilities and open Easter to October.

The Golf Course is situated next to Chimney Bank, where you can enjoy panoramic views of Rosedale. Also in the village is a contemporary glass studio, open to visitors all year round, selling handmade glass art made on-site.

Rosedale is perfect for enjoying anything outdoors, and the varied landscape provides endless footpaths where you can enjoy spectacular scenery. The owners can provide many local walking maps if required. The famous ‘Old Ironstone Railway’ walk runs all the way around the valley, and you can stop off at the lovely inn en-route for some local ales and traditional food, before continuing onwards to Rosedale Village. The area is increasingly favoured by cyclists, who are also welcome to cycle the old railway line. The Yorkshire Cycle Hub is 12 miles away at Fryup, offering cycle hire, alongside an excellent café where you can enjoy a piece of cake before setting off on your ride.

Dalby Forest is well worth a visit and is also great for cycling, offering cycle hire and other adventure activities.

During your stay be sure to visit Ampleforth Abbey with its serene Abbey Church and grounds to explore at your leisure. Parking and entry is free, and Ampleforth boasts a great shop and tea room. Nearby Hutton-le-Hole, a picturesque village, offers a fantastic day out and even has its own Chocolate Factory. Visit Ryedale Folk Museum and sample the popular local ice cream and take a paddle in the stream. Fancy a stately home? Then look no further than Castle Howard, well worth a trip and a beautiful day out. The cottage is also within easy reach of Pickering with its many attractions including The North York Moors Railway which goes all the way to Whitby, where you can enjoy possibly the most famous fish and chips in the U