Burras Hill is a charming holiday home resting in the bustling market town of Otley, West Yorkshire, tucked just behind the historic parish church, where the gentle sound of church bells add to the property’s characterful setting.
Offering inviting accommodation for up to six guests, this well-positioned retreat is ideal for families, friends, and couples, looking to discover the Yorkshire countryside, whilst remaining within an easy reach of local amenities, historic attractions, and vibrant nearby towns.
Step inside, and discover a welcoming living room, where a wood burning stove provides a warming focal point for evenings spent together after days of exploration.
Settle down in front of the TV with your favorite program, make use of the Wi-Fi to plan your next adventure, or gather around the large dining table to play board games or share stories from the day.
The spacious kitchen is equipped with the essentials required for a self-catered stay, including an Aga, gas hob, large American style fridge/freezer, kettle, toaster, microwave, and air fryer, making it easy to prepare everything from leisurely breakfasts to hearty evening meals.
When sleep calls, the property offers, flexible accommodation across three bedrooms, comprising two double rooms, and a bunk bedroom, making it particularly well-suited to families and small groups.
Serving the bedrooms, is a bathroom with a bath, shower over, basin, and WC, allowing guests to choose between a quick shower or a relaxing soak.
Outside, the enclosed garden provides a sunny and pleasant spot to enjoy a morning coffee or an evening drink in the fresh Yorkshire air.
Convenient parking next to the front door.
With shops, pubs, cafes, and restaurants, just a short stroll away, guests can easily stock up on essentials or enjoy a meal out.
Indulge in fresh bread and pastries at several of the town’s excellent traditional and gluten free bakeries.
Experience top-tier cuts, pork pies and sausage rolls from the town’s three award winning butcher shops.
Guests can also enjoy Otley’s many traditional pubs, numerous cafes and a wealth of dining options.
Otley itself is a thriving historic market town, with a market tradition dating back 800 years, and is known for its characterful buildings, its vibrant selection of independent boutique shops, and attractive riverside setting.
It has been used as a prime filming location for iconic British TV shows such as Emmerdale, Heartbeat and DCI Banks.
Visit Otley Courthouse for arts and cultural events, enjoy lovely walks along the river, take the kids to the excellent playground, go out on the river in a seasonal paddleboat, stroll across the town’s 797 year old Medieval bridge and spend time browsing the traditional weekly market as well as the monthly Farmers’ Market.
Otley has a thriving year-round events calendar, with highlights including the Otley Show in May, the Otley Carnival, Otley Walking Festival and Cycle Race in June.
Food and Drink Festival in July, the renowned Otley Folk Festival in September, Otley Beer Festival and the Otley Science Festival in November and the magical Victorian Fayre and Christmas Tree Festival in December.
For outdoor enthusiasts, hike up the local Chevin Forest Park for magnificent, panoramic views over Otley and Wharfedale.
Enjoy being just a short drive from the rolling hills, drystone walls, and iconic stone villages of the Yorkshire Dales National Park.
There you can enjoy spectacular walking routes, stunning scenery, and charming villages, many of which are featured in James Herriot’s All Creatures Great and Small.
The Nidderdale National Landscape offers reservoirs, footpaths, cycling trails, and wildlife rich countryside.
A short drive away guests can explore Harewood house, the magnificent, stately home with extensive grounds, and if you are a fan of television drama, book a tour of the nearby Emmerdale Village set within the beautiful grounds of the estate.
In the nearby city of Leeds guests will discover stunning shopping arcades, a booming independent art scene, the Royal Armouries Museum and an excellent selection of shops and restaurants.
Visit the incredible city of York and marvel at Europe’s largest Gothic cathedral, walk along the longest Medieval town walls in England, explore Europe’s best preserved Medieval street, visit the JORVIK Viking Centre and imagine yourself in a 10th-century Viking city.
Marvel at giant locomotives at the world famous National Railway Museum.
Visitors can also explore the elegant spa town of Harrogate with it’s beautiful RHS Harlow Carr Gardens, hike the stunning Ilkley Moor, or visit historic Haworth to walk in the footsteps of the famous literary sisters at the Brontë Parsonage.
In addition, several National Trust properties are within a short drive, including the awe inspiring Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden.
Whether you are seeking countryside rambles, historic attractions, amazing food and shopping, or a relaxing evening beside the fire, Otley is a wonderful place for exploring the very best of Yorkshire.