Croft Cottage

A charming, stone-built detached cottage, situated in a quiet location, five minutes' walk from the centre of the pretty market town of Pickering. Retaining its original character, this traditional 200-year old property boasts wooden floors, stripped pine doors and beamed ceilings. With a warm, welcoming and homely feel, this clean cottage makes the perfect Pickering holiday home for a family or friends in a child and pet-friendly environment. Lovingly-furnished and decorated to a high standard, visitors will enjoy the cosy and comfortable rooms with a warming gas fire in the sitting room, as well as the well-equipped, fitted kitchen. There are two restful bedrooms also on offer, a king-size double and a twin, ideal for adults or children. Outside, the large, neat, enclosed garden comes complete with a lawn, decked area with furniture in a sunny spot with outdoor lighting, perfect for alfresco dining, as well as an outdoor snug, the "Hobbit Hole" with a bar, music and a dartboard. With lovely shops, quaint tea rooms, excellent pubs and restaurants, trout fishing, famous train station and a castle; the town of Pickering has something to satisfy every taste. Enjoy a steam train ride on the famous North York Moors Railway, or explore the breathtaking scenery and wonderful walking opportunities available on the North York Moors. The coastal resorts of Scarborough and Whitby are also within easy reach and Dalby Forest is just 4.3 miles away. For those interested in history and culture there is the annual Pickering War weekend during October each year and the stately homes of Duncombe Park, Castle Howard and Nunnington Hall waiting to be explored. There is also a day out to be enjoyed in the historic city of York close by, with its famous minster, the National Railway Museum and its medieval architecture. No matter what your interests, this lovely, family-friendly cottage is ideal as a touring base all year round. Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size double, 1 x twin. Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC. External basin and WC. Kitchen with dining area. Sitting room with gas fire. Amenities for Rental Gas central heating with electric fire Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, coffee machine, fridge, freezer in external snug, washing machine, dishwasher, 4 x TVs with Freeview, DVD, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs Fuel and power inc. in rent Bed linen and towels inc. in rent Travel cot and highchair Ample free roadside parking Bike storage in external snug Enclosed lawned and gravelled garden with decked area, furniture, outdoor lighting and disposable BBQ's available on request with owner direct External heated snug with bar Two well-behaved pets welcome Sorry, no smoking Shop and pub 5 mins walk Note: Drinks for bar are provided on an honesty box basis Please replace any drinks that you consume.