Pet friendly holiday cottage, sleeps 4 - Barton, North Yorkshire

Enjoying an idyllic location on a beautiful country estate, this sympathetically updated cottage makes a fantastic holiday retreat for couples and smaller families discovering a beautiful corner of North Yorkshire and County Durham. An ideal getaway for walkers, cyclists and nature lovers, the property has been stylishly furnished and tastefully decorated, featuring a welcoming wood burner, a soothing hot tub and a handy additional annexe with a cosy snug providing plenty of extra space. Offering comfortable accommodation for up to four guests, this characterful hideaway is surrounded by over a thousand acres of spellbinding countryside with open fields, glorious meadows, lush woodlands and a lake.

The cottage has a cosy lounge with a wood burner, Smart TV and plenty of seating, leading through to a delightful split-level kitchen/diner with a sociable dining area and sleek, fully equipped kitchen. The main cottage also has a stylish shower room and a refreshing bathroom alongside two spacious bedrooms: one cheery king-size room and a lovely super-king-size room. Outside, there’s a pretty enclosed garden with outdoor furniture offering a relaxing spot for a morning coffee.

An additional decked area has further seating and the wood-fired hot tub, perfect for relaxing in and taking in the far-reaching views. To the side of the hot tub you will find the cheerful snug which has ample seating, a Smart TV and a useful kitchenette. The friendly village of Barton (1.5 miles) has a welcoming pub and lies within easy reach of the bustling town of Darlington (6.5 miles).

To the south-west, the historic town of Richmond (8.5 miles) is home to Richmond Castle, Richmond Falls and Easby Abbey (8.5 miles). Other local attractions include Kiplin Hall, Barford Raceway, Thornton Hall Gardens, the Bowes Museum and Raby Castle, Deer Park and the Plotters’ Forest, all within 15 miles.