Electric radiators throughout. TV, WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent, along with some logs for the fire. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Ample road side parking. Rear enclosed courtyard, front enclosed garden facing towards the south with lawn and furniture. One well behaved dog. Sorry, no smoking and no car charging. Shop 2.6 miles, pub 0.1 miles, river 3.2 miles, beach 3.4 miles. Railway Station 3.5 miles and can be accessed via public transport. Frequent bus service to and from Whitby, Scarborough and Middlesborough
Holly Cottage is a beautiful stone-built cottage nestled into the rural scenery of Ailsaby, with a local pub, close by walks through the North York Moors National Park, and access to the coast. With many close by towns to explore, this abode is a tranquil base for a couple or family to explore North Yorkshire. Park up and be welcomed by the pretty stone-built exterior of this property, where you will find a front garden ideal for picnics in the sunshine. There is also a rear courtyard for bike and watersport equipment storage. The cottage encourages guests to cook in the contemporary kitchen, offering plenty of amenities, and enjoy their meal in the sitting/dining room. This space also boasts a glowing woodburning stove beside sofas, where guests can recline of an evening and reflect on the day’s events. When sleep calls, freshen up in the ground-floor shower room, before cosying up for the night in one of the two well-presented bedrooms, choosing between a double with en-suite shower room, and a twin. This delightful abode rests in the peaceful village of Aislaby, a traditional North Yorkshire settlement perched above the Esk Valley, where stone cottages, winding lanes and open countryside create a calm, rural atmosphere. The village is home to a welcoming local pub, ideal for strolling over for a relaxed drink after a day outdoors, and is well placed for scenic walks that weave through rolling fields and offer far-reaching views across the surrounding landscape. From Aislaby, footpaths and quiet routes lead down into the Esk Valley, making it an excellent base for walkers looking to explore at a gentler pace before returning to the comfort of the village. A short drive away, Whitby offers a change of scene, with its lively harbour, independent shops and inviting eateries, including bookshops, vintage stores and fossil-hunting favourites. Wander along the pier, explore the bustling harbour or spend time on the sandy beach, before climbing up to Whitby Abbey, a striking clifftop ruin steeped in history and famously linked to Bram Stoker’s Dracula. The nearby Cinder Track provides a traffic-free route through countryside and former railway land, leading all the way to Scarborough for those seeking a longer adventure, while the North York Moors National Park lies within easy reach, offering wide open landscapes, wildlife-rich trails and endless opportunities for walking and exploration. With its village setting and access to coast, countryside and moorland, there is so much to enjoy during a stay at Holly Cottage.
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