Cottage in Scorton

Set in the heart of a beautiful village in the rolling Yorkshire countryside, between the Dales & the Moors, our historical home is the perfect place for an active or relaxing holiday! Originally the Old Court House for the village, our quirky home features original jail cell bars & wonky 1st floor windows, where the Judge used to enjoy views of the picturesque village green! There are scenic country walks from your doorstep and numerous great pubs and attractions nearby! The space - 2 well-behaved dogs welcome! - Village green location - Wood-fired hot tub - Secret garden - Great gastropub in the village - Numerous other great eateries within a 10-minute drive - Village Store, Post Office, late-night store and petrol station - Fast WIFI - Private parking in car-port and free on-street parking for larger vehicles - 55" TV with Netflix and Amazon Prime - Log-burning stove - Amazon Echo - Well-equipped kitchen - Open-plan living area - Master bedroom with en-suite shower room, dressing table and TV - 1 double bedroom - 1 multi-purpose bedroom (can be set-up with sofa-bed, or inflatable mattress or used as separate living room - please request if sofa-bed is needed. We recommend the inflatable mattress for adults.) - PLEASE NOTE THE HOT-TUB IS WOOD FIRED AND CANNOT BE SEEN FROM THE HOUSE. IT IS THE GUESTS RESPONSIBILITY TO HEAT AND CHILDREN MUST NOT BE LEFT UNATTENDED Things To Do In The Area: - Scorton is nestled between the stunning Yorkshire Dales and Yorkshire Moors - Numerous great walks and cycle trails from the front door - Quaint market towns of Richmond and Northallerton on your doorstep - Fantastic locals pubs e.g. The Heifer in Scorton, The Black Bull Inn at Moulton and The Black Horse at Kirkby Fleetham - Catterick Racecourse is a 5-minute drive away - Ellerton Park - a 60 acre freshwater lake, ideal for all forms of water sports - swimming, sailing, canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding, fishing and diving. It is well stocked with Carp, Bream, Roach, Perch and Pike - Richmond Castle - A Commanding Norman Castle with Views Across The Dales - Wensleydale Railway - Kiplin Hall - House, Gardens & Tea Shop - Hudswell Woods - Take A Scenic Walk or Picnic By The River! - Georgian Theatre Royal - The Uk's Oldest Working Theatre - Ruins of Easby Abbey - Impressive Ruins In A Beautiful Setting - Mainsgill Farmshop & Tearooms - Lightwater Valley Theme Park - The Forbidden Corner....... Other things to note - Please note that our neighbours have pedestrian access through our car-port so please park considerately