Located in the heart of the North York Moors National Park, Lilla Cottage in Westerdale, North Yorkshire, offers a charming and authentic countryside retreat for two guests. The 1830s cottage features original fairy tale-like elements such as wooden beamed ceilings and an exposed brick fireplace with a wood burner in the living room. The kitchen exudes a rustic country feel, while the bedroom boasts a kingsize bed and a built-in wardrobe, with a bathroom offering a shower over the bath.
The front garden of the cottage provides stunning views of the vast rolling moorland of the National Park, while a small enclosed private yard is located at the rear. Nearby Castleton offers friendly local pubs, a convenience store, a tea room, and a train station connecting to Whitby. The surrounding area is ideal for activities such as walking, bird watching, and cycling, with the moors, footpaths, and cycle tracks right at your doorstep.
Explore the Heritage Coast and sandy beaches of Yorkshire, with seaside towns like Saltburn, Whitby, and Scarborough within easy reach. Historic homes, abbeys, and castles are plentiful in the area, including Newby Hall and Gardens, Castle Howard, Helmsley Castle ruins, and Guisborough Priory. Dog lovers will appreciate the abundance of walking trails over the moorland, although dogs must be supervised on leads due to free-roaming sheep and nesting birds. Additionally, nearby beaches provide great off-lead activities for furry companions. The cottage offers free WiFi and is a charming retreat for all seasons.
Self-catering cottage holidays in the UK and Ireland can still be a green option. You can have the comforts of home and the flexibility to do what you want; when you want - without the hassles of air travel!