Hillcrest Cottage

This former barn, converted and furnished to a high standard, sits on the eastern edge of the North Yorkshire Moors near Broxa. The single bedroom contains a king-size bed, and there is one wet room with a power shower. The living and dining space centres on a multi-fuel burner, with Freeview television, while the kitchen has an electric oven, hob and microwave for self-catering. Wi-Fi, electricity, bed linen and towels are all included, along with fuel for the burner. The cottage has its own parking and benefits from a garden with seating area.

Two guests will find this cottage suits a couple seeking a quieter base. The location opens onto walking and cycling routes through moors, woodland and towards the coast; Castle Howard and Helmsley are within reach by car, as is York in roughly an hour. The North York Moors railway runs from Pickering. Nearby shops, pubs and restaurants are about 5 miles away. Note that the garden contains a pond, and the property is not suitable for children except babies in arms. There is a bike store on site.