The cottage
This stone-built period cottage is located in the peaceful village of Hunton, a short drive from the historic Yorkshire market town Richmond.
Full of charm and character, the cottage has been tastefully renovated, combining modern style with original features such as original fireplaces.
Set over two floors, on entering the cottage you will find the welcoming downstairs lounge featuring a woodburning stove, perfect for relaxing in front of after a day out exploring what the local area has to offer.
The ground floor also includes a light and airy kitchen with dining area, a fantastic space to sit and enjoy a family meal or prepare a picnic lunch.
Ideal for families, the first floor provides two cosy bedrooms, one with a luxurious king-size bed and the other with twin beds.
The cottage is complete with a well-equipped family bathroom.
Hunton is a small picturesque village boasting a local shop and a friendly local pub, The Countryman's Inn, serving local ales and delicious food and, as the name suggests, conveniently situated next to the cottage.
A short stroll will take you to the local play area, ideal for the children to run off any excess energy.
A short six mile drive from Hunton you will find the popular Richmond with its 11th century castle and cobbled streets, described by some as the jewel in the crown of the Yorkshire Dales!
Within easy reach are the market towns of Barnard Castle, Leyburn and Hawes, there are also a fine choice of activities and places to visit nearby, including spending a day at the beautiful Fountain's and Jervaulx Abbey.
A delightful Hunton cottage to spend a week with the family exploring the Yorkshire Dales and beyond!
About the location
HUNTON
Leyburn 5 miles.
Hunton is a pretty village situated in Lower Wensleydale, 5 miles from Leyburn. Village facilities include a pub with restaurant, a traditional village shop with post office and a village green with play area. This is an ideal location for walking and touring the many attractions of Wensleydale and Swaledale - within a ten minute drive are historic Richmond and Middleham, as well as the attractive market towns of Bedale and Leyburn. There is a golf course less than a mile away and the area boasts many excellent restaurants and award winning pubs. Nearby attractions include Fountains Abbey, Beamish and Lightwater Valley. The nearest town, Leyburn is dominated by its large market square, which still boasts a lively Friday market. The town has much to offer with its many craft shops, galleries and tea rooms. There are many lovely walks for all abilities in this beautiful area, as well as delightful villages to explore. Also within easy reach are many other attractions, notably the Constable Burton Hall Gardens with extensive parkland and woodland walks, the Forbidden Corner with its underground passages to explore, and of course the lovely Georgian town of Richmond with its fine castle ruins.
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