Strensall 4.4 miles. Settled in the charming village of Sheriff Hutton in North Yorkshire, is this delightful cottage, Ascot Cottage. Enjoying original features of wooden beams and a secluded patio area, Ascot is the perfect pet-friendly dwelling for a romantic break to explore the North York Moors National Park, with easy access to the historical city of York. Step into the homely lounge where you can look forward to cosying up with your loved one and sharing a bottle of wine whilst watching your favourite film on the TV, as your canine companion curls up in front of the crackling woodburning stove. Rustle up some tasty treats in the well-equipped kitchen, with handy dishwasher making cleaning up a breeze! When sleep calls, climb the stairs to the light and airy super king-size bedroom with zip/link, ensuring flexible sleeping arrangements for all parties. Prepare for your day in style in the contemporary bathroom, where you can enjoy a revitalising rinse in the large walk-in shower, as your towel warms on the heated towel rail. Treat your other half to an alfresco breakfast on the patio, as you toast your morning coffees to a wonderful holiday and your canine companion stretches their legs. Plenty of walks can be enjoyed from your doorstep. Just a stone's throw away from the cottage, there is a an idyllic Anglican church with surrounding gardens, a post office with convenience store, two great pubs serving food, a pizza restaurant and a coffee shop with delicatessen, as well as a stunning ruins of Sheriff Hutton Castle which is now a popular wedding and events venue. Take a short drive into Strensall where you can grab more self-catering goodies at the supermarket, visit yet another pub, taste some local fish and chips, or play a round of golf. Also take a visit to Castle Howard for a great day out. Slightly further is the interesting walled city of York which is bustling with things to do; from tourist attractions such as the National Railway Museum, The York Dungeon and the JORVIK Viking Centre, to beautiful historic sites such as the city walls, the shambles and the gothic Cathedral. Also within driving distance from Ascot Cottage is the scenic North York Moors, which is a wonderful area for walking, cycling, exploring timeless villages and feeling in touch with the surrounding nature. If you can tear yourself away from all of this, you could also head to the east coast beaches of Bridlington, Hornsea, Scarborough or Whitby, which each offers sandy beaches, stunning sites, and plenty of shops, bars and eateries to make it a worth while day out. For a fantastic trip to discover the whole of North Yorkshire, choose Ascot Cottage as your base.

Strensall offers good amenities including pubs, shops, a hairdressers, a bakery and a fish and chip shop, and there is also a village park and a superb golf course. The surrounding countryside offers good walking and cycling, with routes leading along the riverside path into the heart of York. Or venture into the North York Moors National Park to explore Dalby Forest or the Go Ape centre!

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