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Wood Cottage

stokesley, north york moors & coast
  • 4 guests
  • 2 beds
  • 1 bathroom
  • No pets

Description

Stokesley 7.9 miles.

Enjoying spectacular views of the amazing North Yorkshire Moors is this picture-perfect stone cottage, resting on a working hill farm close to the village of Chop Gate, and within the North York Moors National Park.

Providing an idyllic retreat for four guests who want to be within natural surroundings and on the doorstep of their outdoor adventure, this homely and reverse-level dwelling is the perfect choice.

Wood Cottage, so named because it stands next to the gate leading to the wood, is a lovingly renovated 200 year old barn and makes delightful living accommodation.

Once here take in the extraordinary views of Raisdale and Bilsdale before stepping inside to discover the ground floor, home to two bedrooms, including a pretty twin room, and a lovely double bedroom, with king size bed, both with delightful bedding and furnishings to make you feel at home.

Also resting on this floor is the bright and spacious bathroom, where a bath with a shower over is housed for you to freshen up in, with a cloakroom next door too for added convenience.

Move upstairs to find the heart of the home within the first-floor open-plan living space, where the beautiful fabrics and furnishings have been carefully selected to keep the cottage light and pretty.

From here you can take in the fabulous views of the surrounding countryside or relax on the sofa in front of the stove-effect fire.

Ensure the group enjoys a hearty meal after a day of walking on the North York Moors by rustling up a fabulous dish in the amply-equipped kitchen, complete with an electric oven and hob, dishwasher and fridge/freezer, with a country-style dining table to sit around and tuck in.

Make use of your own patio space and garden outside with seating so you can rest and relax within this divine location, surrounded by magnificent scenery.

Enjoy views across the open countryside which includes a field barn, the only one in the area, and the stone-walled fields so typical of the farmland hereabouts.

A short walk in any direction provides a site for a picnic; making this the ideal base for a family holiday, romantic break, get together with friends or just the chance to unwind and get away from it all; or put on your walking boots and begin discovering the expansive North Yorkshire Moors in all their heather-clad beauty, where many routes coincide, as well as the 110-mile long Cleveland Way running close by.

Enjoy fabulous countryside leading through woodland, fields, hills and dales over towards the Wainstones and beyond.

Chop Gate, 1/2 a mile from Wood Cottage, offers a pub that serves local food.

For guests willing to travel a little further, the village of Great Broughton is 4 miles away and offers several local pubs with restaurants and just 7 miles away is the market town of Stokesley with a traditional high street, a weekly market and monthly farmers market.

There is also an excellent leisure centre with swimming pool and gym, and a 9-hole golf course, driving range and crazy golf.

Travelling from Wood Cottage in the opposite direction brings you to the picturesque market town of Helmsley in the Ryedale area.

You can stroll around the market and grab coffee or lunch in one of the many cafes, or hotels and even try out the local ice-cream and handmade chocolates or visit the stick man who made Nanny McPhee's magic walking stick.

Discover the delightful village of Great Ayton, or head over to Whitby where a host of seaside attractions await as well as a beautiful beach, with the fabulous Whitby Abbey overlooking the town and reached via the challenging 199 Steps, perhaps travelling here by steam train from Pickering, 45 minutes drive away from Wood Cottage, with the North Yorkshire Moors Steam Railway.

Other nearby attractions include many National Trust properties, Captain Cook's monument, Roseberry Topping, Flamingo Land, Castle Howard and the historic city of York.

Note: This property can be booked with Ref. 1126877, together sleeping six guests.


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Everything you'll need

  • Wifi
  • Baby Friendly
  • Dishwasher
  • Garden / Patio
  • Ground Floor Bedroom

What guests are saying

5.0
Based on 84 reviews

Perfect Score Award This property is highly rated by our customers!

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Third visit and the house is spotlessly clean, warm and welcoming.

It is on a working farm which adds to the attraction. The views and surroundings are spectacular with lots of opportunity for walking . Robert is a friendly and approachable host even when he is busy.

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NickNov 2026

The cottage was very comfortable and clean.

We all sleep exceedingly well. The owner was very welcoming and friendly, despite is very bus life as a sheep farmer. The nearby small town of Stokesley was lovely with lots of old houses and plenty of small cake shops. The location gave us easy access to walks across the moors. Lots of historic places to visit.

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SheilaOct 2026

Wood Cottage is a little gem!

The cottage is very clean, tidy, simply and beautifully decorated and is cosy and comfortable. The reverse layout works well, so you can come in and get walking boots/gear off and cleaned up before heading upstairs to get a bite to eat and relax with a book (there are plenty at the cottage) or watch tv. We made use of the oven and dishwasher and the shower was lovely, with plenty of hot water that was much softer than we have at home! It is in a stunning location on a working sheep farm in the hills, but The Buck inn was a 20 minute leisurely stroll down the road to Chop Gate village (quicker if you walk at a regular pace!). Wood Cottage was a perfect base to explore the North York Moors and in the evening we sat in the back garden, looking out over the hills or enjoyed a bit of stargazing from the bench by the front door (when the clouds cleared!). Robert was a friendly and helpful host and said we were welcome to explore the forest and hills behind Wood Cottage, which we briefly did and there's a lot to explore around Chop Gate if you want to forget the car for a day or two! Trixie the wonderful sheepdog also deserves a mention as she would often pay us a visit! My husband and I were sad to go - we will definitely be recommending Wood Cottage to family, friends and colleagues - and hope to return soon.

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LindaSep 2026

Good to know

House Rules

  • Good housekeeping bond

    This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £150

  • Smoking

    Not permitted

  • Property notes

    Please note: This property comes with a good housekeeping bond of £150.

Stay Information

  • Check-in / Check-out

    16:00 / 10:00

  • Property ref

    1025549

  • Parking

    Designated parking place

Guest & Pet Policy

  • Pets

    Not allowed

  • Children

    Children and infants welcome

  • Accessibility

    Ground floor

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