1 bedroom Cottage near Bedale, Yorkshire, England

This wow-factor accommodation forms part of a larger estate and offers couples a welcoming place to call home for a few days. Nearby you’ll have wonderful walking and cycling trails through spectacular scenery, with the Yorkshire Dales National Park just 6.5 miles away. You’ll be able to explore the well-preened grounds and when you’re feeling like some indulgence, soak your limbs in your own wood-fired hot tub.

Quirky and charming inside and out, the property is a perfect marriage between luxury and tradition, with its square formation, stone walls and elegant windows. The entrance leads into a bright, well-equipped kitchen which really makes the most of the compact space, with its breakfast bar, mirror and under-stairs sink. When it’s time to turn in, head up to the first floor to your double bedroom, which features gorgeous wood beams on the ceiling and a Juliet balcony – wonderful for admiring the lovely castle views as you wake each morning. Everything has the quality of a five-star hotel room, from the stone-look bathroom tiles to the quality bed linen. Outside, enjoy home-cooked breakfasts and dinners alfresco with the estate's panoramic views as your backdrop.

A 0.5-mile walk takes you to the nearest pub for when you fancy a quiet drink, or venture to the picturesque market towns of Bedale and Leyburn (4.5 miles and 8.5 miles respectively) to visit independent shops and quaint eateries. Further afield, explore the stunning landscapes of natural sites like Aysgarth Falls (16 miles) and historic attractions including Bolton Castle (14.5 miles).