Cottage Breaks in North Yorkshire
Helmsley Cottages, North Yorkshire
Walking and sightseeing-North Yorkshire Moors
Introduction
Sally and John Robinson welcome you to their family farm at Old Byland, where you will enjoy a warm and friendly atmosphere. Situated in the beautiful surroundings of North Yorkshire, the views from the six cottages are stunning and far reaching across the moors and fields of grazing sheep. You will be greeted on your arrival to Valley View Farm with a welcoming tea tray, including home-made cake and local paper, which you can relax and unwind within your homely cottage. Old Byland is conveniently positioned for exploring North Yorkshire and all the beauty the region has to offer including the pretty market town of Helmsley, where you can stock up on the best of local produce, and within easy reach of the stunning coastal town of Whitby. Whether walking, cycling, 4×4 driving adventure, riding, gliding, sightseeing or just getting away from it all to enjoy some well earned peace and quiet you won’t be disappointed. Oh and did we mention your four legged friends are welcome too, so do feel free to bring your dog along for some good long walks.
Helmsley Accommodation
Valley View Farm is home to six pretty stone cottages sleeping between two and ten, all fully equipped to a high standard for comfort and convenience. Each cottage has its own individual name that caters for different needs. Holt is a lovely three double bedroom cottage sleeping 6, which can connect to Drey Cottage which is a sunny two bedroom cottage that sleeps four. Couch Cottage is a charming one bedroom cottage with a wet room effect bathroom for two people. Form Cottage is a delightful one bedroom ground floor cottage which sleeps two. Formicary Cottage is a cosy one bedroom ground floor cottage whereby the living room contains a double sofa bed. Granary Cottage is a spacious three bedroom cottage which can sleep six. Each cottage is well equipped with dishwasher, microwave, fridge freezer, washer dryer, TV, radio and DVD player. There is central heating throughout and a fire in the sitting room. All bed linen is included offering luxury feather filled duvets or synthetic options on request.
Friday evening
Arrive to a warm welcome and enjoy a complementary Yorkshire tea tray with home-made cake to recover from your journey, and whilst doing so have a browse through the local paper and the wealth of local information provided for you in the cottage. Once revived, get those walking boots on for a short circular walk from the farm and relish the views and the peace and quiet that is only interrupted by the sound of tweeting birds and grazing sheep as you enjoy the sights of the Moors. Once you have found your bearing take a trip to nearby Helmsley only a five minute drive away. Here you will be able to either stock up on the best locally sourced produce or stay for a hearty meal at The Feathers with its lively atmosphere. If you’re looking for something more formal then head to The Feversham Arms and select from a mouth watering menu or for spectacular views of the majestic Sutton Bank, try Whitestonecliffe Inn at Sutton Under Whitestonecliffe.
Walking Routes
Saturday
Pack your rucksack for a day’s walking, there are maps available for a wide selection of routes depending on your ability, from walking part of the coast to walking in Dalby Forest, which has many well marked walks ranging from strenuous hikes to easy going strolls. The beauty of this ancient woodland makes for a spectacular setting, so be sure to pay it a visit. If you’re looking for something a little more sedate then take a trip to the beautiful parkland of the nearby stately homes, Dumcombe Park, Castle Howard and Nunnington Hall all within easy reach. In the afternoon head for the coastal town of Whitby and search for Whitby Jet on the beach before heading off for lunch at the famous Magpie Restaurant for the best fish and chips you will find. After having a rest and once your food has gone down tackle the 199 steps up to the magnificent ruins of Whitby Abbey and St Mary’s Church, whose churchyard gave Bram Stoker the inspiration to write Dracula.
Then it’s back to the cottage to freshen up before heading out for an evening meal.
Saturday evening
Head to The Black Lion Bar and Bistro at Thirsk. Alternatively, you may want to sit back, relax and reflect on the day and enjoy a home cooked meal from the local produce you bought earlier. You will find all you need in the well equipped kitchen of your cottage.
White Horse
Sunday morning & later afternoon
Enjoy a ‘lie in’ amid the peace and quiet before having a leisurely breakfast then once packed up, head for Kilburn and walk the famous ‘White Horse’ , be sure to look out for the gliders taking off and flying out towards the Dales. If the weather is kind a popular option is to take a picnic out with you as there are plenty of places to stop and view the stunning countryside whilst tucking into some mouth watering goodies. Make sure you have booked your cottage for your next trip before leaving as you have only just scratched the surface of many activities available at Valley View Farm.
Tags: budget, Farm, walking, yorkshire
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