Find self catering and cottages that are great for a short break in North East England

Ellerlands, Carperby, North Yorkshire, North East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £180 to £

Self catering accommodation in Carperby sleeps 4.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Fishing close by • Easy Walking • Garden • Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Peacefully situated within the grounds of the owner's home, Spencer Cottage quietly nestles in large mature gardens and paddocks within the picturesque village of Melsonby.  Formerly the groom's cottage, Spencer Cottage has been tastefully refurbished and offers cosy and welcoming holiday accommodation for those seeking peace and tranquillity. 

Hungate Cottages - Saltersgate, Pickering, North Yorkshire, North East England

Sleeps 7
Weekly price range £900 to £1299

Self catering accommodation in Pickering sleeps 7.

Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Garden • Sleeps 7

Accommodation overview: A home of great comfort from which to discover England’s most beautiful and uncrowded county. For over 30 years, English Country Cottages has featured Hungate Cottages in its brochure.
A short stroll from the heart of this charming old country town, Hungate Cottages are tucked away with a delightful ‘secret garden’ atmosphere of peace and tranquillity. A wonderful holiday location, with the vast and magnificent North Yorkshire Moors on the doorstep, there is easy access to the beautiful east coast, the city of York and a whole host of fascinating places to visit. Outstanding comfort and style of these cottages, combined with a superb location, makes this an ideal all-year holiday destination.
Pickering is a delight - old fashioned friendliness and an unhurried pace of life combine with charming old inns, 12th-century castle, museums, and remarkable medieval frescoes in the local church, and the North Yorkshire Moors Railway takes visitors on a nostalgic journey through spectacular heather-clad moorland scenery to Grosmont.
Castle Howard, setting for TV’s Brideshead Revisited, Nunnington Hall (NT), Duncombe Park, and Rievaulx Abbey, are just a few treasures to discover. York offers the majestic minster, the fascinating Jorvik Viking Centre, the Castle Museum, the National Railway Museum, and excellent shopping facilities. On the east coast lie Scarborough and Bridlington, the picturesque fishing villages of Robin Hood’s Bay, and Staithes, and the fascinating old port of Whitby, with its Captain Cook connections. Closer to home visitors can enjoy free use of Pickering’s swimming-pool, just 3 minutes’ walk away, good cycling in Dalby Forest (bikes can be hired in Pickering), as well as forest walks, fishing, pony trekking and golf. Pickering’s shops 5 mins’ walk.
THE CHARACTER OF HUNGATE
The cottages have been converted with great flair by the owners, Mike and Sue Kitching, from the outbuildings of Hungate House. The delightful setting includes eight secluded gardens, courtyards and an orchard, as well as a safe, enclosed play area for children. Each cottage retains much character, with old stone arches, fireplaces and beams carefully retained. Immaculately maintained, warm, clean and superbly well-equipped, these cottages are truly a ‘home from home’. No wonder so many visitors return time and again. The owners provide plenty of helpful information on the huge choice of places to visit, as well as menus from the local restaurants.
Hungate is best summed up by a visitor who wrote, There was nothing more we could have wished for in a holiday home. We loved the fire, the free logs and little touches such as fresh flowers – it felt like home. The children loved the freedom of the gardens and could not wait to get home from our excursions! We loved coming and going through the heavy black gate into an oasis in this nice town.

Walden Cottage, West Burton, North Yorkshire, North East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £180 to £

Self catering accommodation in West Burton sleeps 4.

Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Four Poster bed • Short Breaks • Fishing close by • Easy Walking • Garden • Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Southfield Mews is a modern luxurious property nestling on the outskirts of the bustling market town of Leyburn offering peace and tranquillity whilst only a short walk from the centre. Patio doors from the dining area lead onto a large enclosed south facing patio with breathtaking views of Middleham Moor and Coverdale and is superbly situated for those who enjoy outdoor pursuits. Decorated and furnished to a high specification the cottage provides a light, airy and contemporary feel and is sure to be the perfect holiday home base for exploring the numerous delights of the Yorkshire Dales.

Wansford House, Burniston, North Yorkshire, North East England

Sleeps 6
Weekly price range £900 to £1299

Self catering accommodation in Burniston sleeps 6.

Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Beach nearby • Pub nearby • Detached • Games Room • Garden • Sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: This charming holiday cottage dates back to the 1700s and sits on the edge of Britain’s first seaside resort. Two stunning bays with glorious sandy beaches are divided by a rocky headland, overlooked by the 12th-century castle, which affords stunning views across the coast to Filey Brigg. Beaches, cliff top walks and shopping centre are accessed via the Victorian cliff lift. A town of style and character, with an elegant esplanade and magnificent spa complex where the only remaining seaside orchestra still perform. Shop 100 yards, pub 22 yards.

Large beamed living room split by double sided wood-burning stove with vaulted ceiling and wooden floor. Spacious beamed dining room with open fire in original cast-iron fireplace and wooden floor. Large, beamed, well-equipped, farmhouse-style kitchen with TV. First floor: Double bedroom with 5ft bed, original stripped wooden floor. Two twin bedrooms. Bathroom with freestanding bath, separate shower cubicle and toilet.

The Old Chapel, Bellingham, Northumberland, North East England

Sleeps 8
Weekly price range £375 to £

Self catering accommodation in Bellingham sleeps 8.

Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Four Poster bed • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Garden • Sleeps 8

Accommodation overview: Lock Up Mews is a newly refurbished ground floor studio apartment situated in the heart of the welcoming village of Bellingham. The accommodation is compact, yet meticulously presented and very well coordinated and equipped. The apartment has independent access and is located below Castle Hill View, which can be booked independently or together to accommodate up to 6 guests. Bellingham is a picturesque village perched at the edge of the Northumberland National Park and where there are ample facilities all within a gentle stroll from Lock Up Mews, including a tourist office and heritage centre along with a highly regarded 18 hole, par 70 golf course on its outskirts. The Woollen Mill at Otterburn is popular with visitors 8 miles east and the National Trust property at Wallington Hall is well worth a visit. Pony trekking, windsurfing, sailing and ferry trips are only a small sample of the many outdoor activities that can be arranged at Kielder Water - Northern Europe's largest manmade lake - which is cradled by Kielder Forest Park, nearby. The historic market town of Hexham, dominated by its majestic abbey is only 17 miles away and the ancient town of Morpeth is 25 miles east. The World Heritage site of Hadrian's Wall Country, England's largest Heritage Site within this most northerly of National Parks is within easy driving distance and Vindolanda, Thirlwell Castle, a quarry wildlife park, The Roman Army Museum and Walltown Craggs - the highest remaining section of Hadrian's Wall - are all interesting visitor attractions close by. Ramblers and cyclists will enjoy the miles of bridleways and footpaths surrounding this area whilst absorbing the panoramic vistas of the wild and unspoilt countryside across the Northumberland National Park. Lock Up Mews provides an excellent base to explore Northumberland and gives easy access to the Scottish Borders too.

May Cottage, Atwick, East Yorkshire, North East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £248 to £523

Self catering accommodation in Atwick sleeps 4.

Features include: Non Smoking • Enclosed Garden • Pub Close By • Sandy Beach 5 Miles • Sea 5 Miles • Open Fire • Short Break • Pet Friendly • Easy Walking Access

Accommodation overview: Set on a very quiet rural village lane opposite the duck pond and village common 1/4 mile from the pub and shop and just 2 miles inland from Hornsea. This mid row cottage has been completely renovated to offer a lovely smart interior and very comfortable furnishings. There are many local walks and the sandy beaches beach fishing boat launch facilities traditional seaside attractions swimming pool bowling club and the Hornsea Mere a freshwater lake offering sailing boating and fishing are just 2 miles away. The Wolds Way cycle path to Hull and York passes nearby. Burton Constable Hall is 8 miles. The Deep at Hull is 14 miles Bridlington is 20 miles and the lovely medieval city of York is within an hour’s drive across the Wolds. Sitting/dining room with open fire. Kitchen with door to small garden. Bathroom/WC (shower over bath). First floor: Double bedroom. Twin bedded room (2’6" beds).

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Squirrel Bank, Jervaulx, North Yorkshire, North East England

Sleeps 11
Weekly price range £664 to £1928

Self catering accommodation in Jervaulx sleeps 11.

Features include: Short Breaks • Multi bathrooms Detached • Fishing nearby • Four Poster Bed Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pets allowed sleeps 11

Accommodation overview: Standing privately amidst peaceful farmland and enjoying spectacular panoramic views over Wensleydale to Witton Fell and Pen Hill Squirrel Bank offers one of the most prestigious holiday homes in Yorkshire. Converted to exacting standards to provide extremely spacious beamed accommodation it blends modern comfort with antique furnishings to achieve a very comfortable stylish interior. This is a location for the country lover with superb walking from the door and fly fishing offered on 1½ miles of the River Ure just 150 yards from the house. Within 3 miles is an award winning dining pub in East Witton and Middleham (5 miles) boasts a selection of inns restaurants and cafés. Jervaulx Abbey lies 1½ miles away across parkland and the interesting market towns of Leyburn Bedale and Masham are about 7 miles. Middleham Castle and Racing Gallops Bolton Castle Askrigg and Aysgarth Waterfalls and the Wensleydale Creamery and Brymor Ice Cream are all nearby. Ripon 15 miles city of York 35 miles. Shop 3 miles.

Entrance hall. Farmhouse style kitchen/dining room with open fireplace. Utility room. Beautiful beamed sitting room with open fireplace and French doors to sun terrace. Double bedroom with 5' bed and ensuite bathroom/W.C. (shower attachment). Twin bedded room. Bunk bedded room with 4' 6” bottom bunk and 3' top bunk (for + 1). Bathroom/W.C. (shower attachment). Shower room/W.C. Bunk bedded room. Spiral staircase to first floor: Spacious gallery bedroom with 5' four poster bed and colour TV open plan to bathroom with Victorian style roll top bath and screened W.C.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Rivershield, Warkworth, Northumberland, North East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £175 to £

Self catering accommodation in Warkworth sleeps 4.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Beach near • Fishing close by • Golf close by • Pub near by • Easy Walking • Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Positioned in the heart of the welcoming seaside village of Beadnell, this delightful detached bungalow is nestled within a peaceful cul-de-sac, close to a water-filled quarry, which attracts an abundance of wild birds.  The cottage is tastefully decorated and well furnished throughout, and benefits from it being only gentle stroll from a village shop,  quaint tea room and pub renowned for its excellent food. A sandy, rocky bay is close by and the extensive sweep of golden sands of Beadnell Bay is within a mile.

Dalehouse Cottages - Mulgrave Cottage, Staithes, North Yorkshire, North East England

Sleeps 6
Weekly price range £250 to £

Self catering accommodation in Staithes sleeps 6.

Features include: • Wheelchair access • Short Breaks • Beach near • Golf close by • Garden • Sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: Swift Cottage is a delightful property full of character and charm and offers a high standard of accommodation. It is positioned in the picturesque village of Great Broughton just a couple of miles from the historic market town of Stokesley. It dates back to the 1800s and used to be a jet miner's cottage. Jet is forever associated with Whitby where workshops were established to convert the semi precious stone into jewellery. Just a mile outside the North York Moors National Park and overlooking Cringle Moor and the famous Wain Stones on the Cleveland Way, Swift Cottage is an ideal base for dog walkers and keen ramblers. Other spectacular walks can be found close by at Roseberry Topping, Kildale (Captain Cook's Monument) and Carlton Bank. Travelling slightly further afield you can appreciate other beautiful areas within the National Park, explore market towns such as Helmsley or the coastal resorts of Staithes and Whitby for a trip to the seaside. There are also fast road routes for day trips to York and Durham. This lovely cottage is ideally situated to enable you to explore everything the North York Moors area has to offer.

Sandpiper, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, North East England

Sleeps 2
Weekly price range £300 to £599

Self catering accommodation in Scarborough sleeps 2.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Sleeps 2

Accommodation overview: Owned by the Her Majesty the Queen who visited in 2010, these former farm buildings and cottages have been transformed and are in an ideal holiday location from which to explore both the North York Moors National Park and the glorious Heritage Coast of Yorkshire.

Scalby Lodge Farm sits in an idyllic location on the edge of the elegant seaside town of Scarborough, with direct access to the Cleveland Way and affording stunning views towards the 12th-century castle ruins and across the coastline towards Bempton Cliffs RSPB Bird Sanctuary. Bird watchers should note that there is direct access to Scalby Pond and RSPB Bird Sanctuary boasting a private hide which guests are welcome to use. Scarborough is known as the first seaside resort and has been welcoming guests for more than 300 years. It boasts two beautiful beaches, with the North Bay being popular with surfers and the South Bay perfect for a fun-filled family day at the seaside. The town centre is home to an eclectic mix of shops, a wide choice of restaurants and its very own theatre where plays by the famous Alan Ayckbourn can be enjoyed. A stroll along the esplanade, featured in the TV series The Royal and Heartbeat, is a delight with far reaching views towards the castle and across the bays. Other places to visit include the 12th-century castle, Peasholm Park, the Sea Life Centre and an open air theatre.
To the south are Filey, Bridlington and many historic homes, halls and castles with Burton Agnes Hall housing a large collection of Renoir and Monet art, and Sewerby Hall and Gardens well worth a visit. To the north is the historic port of Whitby, renowned for its connections with Captain James Cook. The town is home to the stunning abbey which overlooks the colourful harbour and marina, and is the departure point for steam rides across the dramatic moors aboard the North Yorkshire Moors Railway. Smugglers coves include Robin Hood’s Bay, Runswick Bay and Staithes where tumbling cottages cling to the cliff edges. Further inland are the North York Moors, known as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, where quaint little villages tucked away deep in the valleys await discovery. Visit the daffodil fields of Farndale in springtime, a truly magnificent sight to behold.
Dalby Forest is home to the world mountain bike events and offers cycle hire with tracks to suit all ages, picnic areas with barbecues, the ever popular Go Ape, a visitor centre with children’s play areas and a very popular café with terraced eating areas - an ideal place to recharge your batteries. Alternatively, take a day out to Flamingoland Theme Park and Zoo. The market towns of Malton, Kirkby Moorside and Pickering host weekly markets and are easily accessible. A little further afield, discover the minster city of York, 40 miles, with art galleries, museums and theatres in abundance and the glorious York Minster itself. Scarborough and the surrounding areas are packed with things to do and see and there really is something to suit all the family. Shop and pub ½ mile.

Stable Cottage, Morpeth, Northumberland, North East England

Sleeps 3
Weekly price range £170 to £

Self catering accommodation in Morpeth sleeps 3.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Fishing close by • Golf close by • Detached • Easy Walking • Sleeps 3

Accommodation overview: Nestled in the heart of the picture postcard coastal village of Warkworth, Clara's has recently undergone a total makeover completed to a luxurious standard throughout. Much thought, care and attention to the finer details ensures a warm welcome awaits guests to this stunning holiday cottage. Originally built in 1887, this substantial double fronted stone-built property provides deceptively spacious accommodation and simply oozes charm and character. With its solid wood flooring and exposed beams, the stylish lounge is adorned by exquisite furnishings; a cosy ‘living flame' fire is the perfect spot to snuggle in front of and relax. The separate dining room is beautifully furnished too and also has a living flame fire set in a large inglenook fireplace with extra TV; and the contemporary kitchen is extremely well-equipped also. A secluded courtyard at the rear is idyllic to dine al fresco and provides a safe haven for children at play.

Roseview, Bedale, North Yorkshire, North East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £220 to £

Self catering accommodation in Bedale sleeps 4.

Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Fishing close by • Golf close by • Easy Walking • Garden • Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Manor House is a delightful grade II listed home dating back to the 1500's boasting a wealth of beams, flagstone floors and mullioned windows and is locally rumoured to have been the home of Lord Darley, the second husband of Mary Queen of Scots! The house is traditionally furnished and decorated and offers cosy and welcoming accommodation with the advantage of a multi fuel stove in the lounge and an "Everhot" Aga style oven in the kitchen. Perfectly position in the picturesque village of West Scrafton in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales, the cottage enjoys an enclosed south facing lawn garden to the front and excellent footpath walks direct from the door. Gated access to the garden at the rear of the property which guests enter at their own risk as the garden is steep with a sheer drop and unsuitable for children. Handy for exploring the bustling market town of Leyburn 7 miles away and Middleham 5 miles away, complete with castle and home to over 1,000 race horses which ride through the town each morning en route to the 'gallops'.