Located in Leyburn, North Yorkshire, THE WHITFIELD SUITE is a spacious self-catering B&B studio apartment suite that sleeps 2 people. The suite includes a well-equipped kitchenette with a dining area, settee, and TV, as well as a separate bedroom with an armchair and 2-seater settee. The double bed features an organic mattress topper handmade in West Wales, and there are en-suite shower facilities, a flat-screen TV, USB points, and complimentary toiletries provided. The self-catering facilities in the suite comprise a kitchen unit with a sink, microwave, full-size fridge, coffee station, and various appliances like a toaster, air fryer, egg poacher, kettle, and filter coffee machine.
Askrigg, where the suite is located, is a hidden gem known for its appearance in the original BBC series "All Creatures Great and Small," which celebrated the work of James Herriot. The new series of the show was also filmed in the Yorkshire Dales, with some scenes shot locally at The Green Dragon Inn in Hawdraw. The village offers three pubs serving food, including The Crown Inn, The Kings Arms (featured as The Drovers Pub in the original series), and The White Rose Hotel with a conservatory restaurant and garden. Additionally, there is a local deli, craft gift shop, and village shop for groceries.
At Milton House, where the suite is situated, guest comfort is a top priority. All rooms are equipped with blackout blinds/curtains and luxury organic mattresses/mattress toppers handmade by skilled craftsmen at Abaca Organic in West Wales using natural materials like wool, latex, and cotton. The central heating in all rooms is room-controlled, ensuring a comfortable and safe stay. The location of the apartment in Leyburn provides easy access to the Yorkshire Dales National Park and North Pennines, as well as nearby attractions like Raydale Preserves and The Forbidden Corner. Outdoor adventures such as horse riding, cycling, and mountain biking are also popular activities in the area.
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!