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Swallow Cottage

(Ref. 1199387)

Lealholm, North York Moors National Park Show on map

Sykes rating

  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets: Yes

Features

  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Cot available
  • Highchair available
  • Broadband / WiFi

This property is part of the Yorkshire Coastal Cottages collection.
Over 120 carefully selected properties in Yorkshire

Summary

  • Two bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, and WC, 1 x double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, and WC
  • Kitchen/diner
  • First-floor sitting room
  • Oil-fired central heating
  • Electric oven and hob, fridge, kettle, toaster
  • TV, selection of books and games, WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Travel cot and highchair available
  • Ample off-road parking available
  • Two well-behaved dogs welcome
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop and pub 1.9 miles
  • Note: Good housekeeping bond of £150
  • Note: Property on a working farm, so dogs are to be kept on a lead at all times when outside due to livestock

The property

Swallow Cottage is a charming cottage situated in Lealholm, North Yorkshire, offering stunning rural views and off-road parking, making it ideal for couples or small families seeking a countryside base.

Set upon a working farm, the property offers a thoughtful layout, with one double bedroom positioned on the ground floor alongside its en-suite shower room, providing easy access on arrival.

Upstairs, a second double bedroom awaits, also benefitting from its own en-suite facilities, offering added flexibility for guests.

The first-floor sitting room makes the most of the elevated position, where natural light draws attention to the surrounding countryside, creating an inviting space to settle in after a day exploring.

The kitchen/diner provides everything needed for preparing and sharing meals, forming the social heart of the home.

Outside, the property provides a serene spot to take in the fresh air, whether you're starting the morning with coffee or watching the landscape unfold as the day progresses.

Explore the charm of Lealholm, where the iconic stepping stones across the River Esk create a memorable setting, paired with walking routes through the Esk Valley’s rolling scenery.

Whitby offers a day rich in heritage, from the dramatic ruins of Whitby Abbey to the sandy stretch of Whitby Beach and the Captain Cook Memorial Museum.

In Pickering, experience the North Yorkshire Moors Railway, alongside Pickering Castle and Beck Isle Museum, each offering insight into the region’s past.

The wider North York Moors National Park reveals miles of walking and cycling routes across heather-clad moorland and open valleys, inviting discovery at every turn.

Swallow Cottage makes a delightful base for exploring North Yorkshire.

Note: This property can be booked with ref. 1199386, together sleeping up to six people.

Meadow Croft Retreats

Meadow Croft Retreats consists of a lovely selection of two cottages resting in the village of Lealholm in North Yorkshire, set within a working farm landscape and enjoying rural views across open countryside. This collection offers a variety of layouts, including open-plan living ideal for couples and a reverse-level design suited to small families, alongside off-road parking and outdoor garden spaces for time spent in the fresh air. Whether you’re looking to settle into a sociable living space or take in elevated countryside vistas, these properties provide a flexible base for enjoying a rural break. With scenic surroundings right on the doorstep, the area invites long walks through the Esk Valley, where rolling landscapes and the gentle flow of the River Esk shape the setting. Venture into Lealholm village itself to discover its iconic stepping stones crossing the river, creating a memorable spot for photographs and countryside walks. Further afield, Whitby offers a day of coastal heritage, where Whitby Abbey stands high above the town, complemented by the sandy shoreline of Whitby Beach and the Captain Cook Memorial Museum. In Pickering, step aboard the North Yorkshire Moors Railway for a journey through sweeping scenery, while Pickering Castle and Beck Isle Museum provide fascinating insights into the region’s past. The wider North York Moors National Park invites endless exploration, with walking and cycling routes weaving across heather-clad moorland and valleys rich in wildlife. A stay at Meadow Croft Retreats offers a rewarding escape into the beauty and character of North Yorkshire.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.

Where you’ll be staying

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LEALHOLM

Whitby 9 miles; Staithes 10 miles; Runswick Bay 10 miles.

Lealholm is in the centre of the lovely Esk Valley within the North York Moors National Park and just 15 minutes' drive from the magnificent Yorkshire coast. It is a picturesque village which caters well for the visitor with a Post Office, shop, pub and tea rooms/restaurant all on hand. There are wonderful countryside walks in every direction and don’t be surprised to see moorland sheep wandering freely through the village and along the banks of the river! The quaint fishing villages of Staithes and Runswick Bay, the sandy beach of Sandsend and the ancient port of Whitby are all close by.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas

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