Harrogate, North Yorkshire

Take a break with your family to this charming cottage located less than 2 miles away from the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Surrounded by meadow grassland, you’ll find whimsical walking trails from your doorstep, as well as a shared children’s playground on-site meaning you needn’t travel far to find adventure. The main living space enjoys an open-plan layout, making this ideal for families and friends.

Here, you’ll find a selection of sumptuous seating options alongside a wood burner for those chilly winter evenings. Meals can be made up in the wood-panelled kitchen which has been cleverly designed to make use of a small space ensuring you have everything you need, whilst the four-seater dining table is just a few steps away. Bedroom one can be found on the ground floor alongside the downstairs shower room, furnished with a king-size zip-and-link bed which can be made up as a twin upon request for additional flexibility.

Upstairs is the galleried bedroom, filled with natural light through the Velux window, benefitting from a king size bed and en-suite bathroom with a spacious corner tub for evening relaxation. The property itself boasts a small patio area with countryside views, whilst guests are also welcome to make use of the walled garden and children’s play equipment located next door. For a leisurely afternoon activity, spend time at RHS Garden Harlow Carr (6 miles) exploring the plethora of plant life before stopping off at the tearoom for a treat.

Alternatively, venture into Harrogate (6 miles) itself and you’ll be surrounded by breathtaking architecture, history and a vast selection of places to stop off for a tasty treat, including the iconic Betty’s Tearoom. To immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the national park, pack a picnic and take a walk at Fewston and Swinsty Reservoirs (12 miles) where you’ll see a wide range of flora, fauna and wildlife.