Thirsk 4.6 miles. On the outskirts of the bustling market town of Thirsk, within the grounds of the owner's home, is Gormire Cottage, a luxury barn conversion, surrounded by fields and close to a lake and excellent walking opportunities. This property is ideal for a couple or small group wanting to discover the stunning countryside of Yorkshire, with the North York Moors and Yorkshire Dales National Parks both within easy reach. The property has a contemporary style, with a well-equipped kitchen/diner, where you can gather together to enjoy home-cooked meals, before retiring to the delightful sitting room, with full-length windows offering lots of natural light ,a cosy and elevated woodburning stove filling the room with warmth and a TV you can enjoy your favourite shows on as you curl up on one of the cosy sofas. The property offers one king-size and one double bedroom, each accessed via their own staircase and offering sole use shower rooms for each bedroom, so ideal for couples wanting their own space. Outside, there is ample off-road parking and a large, shared lawn and patio garden with bike storage and outdoor furniture, where you can gather together for a glass of wine or alfresco meal. Nearby market towns of Thirsk and Northallerton offer a host of amenities, pubs, eateries and attractions, while walks can be enjoyed by Gormire Lake. Explore the North York Moors and Yorkshire Dales on foot of bicycle, enjoying picturesque rural landscapes and a variety of wildlife, as well as hikes through the Hambleton Hills and the National Trusts' Bridestones, Crosscliff & Blakey Toppin. Gormire Cottage is an idyllic base for those wanting to enjoy the magnificent surrounding countryside Yorkshire has to offer. Note: This property can be booked with Ref. 1021256, together sleeping 9 guests.
On the fringes of the North York Moors National Park to the east and Yorkshire Dales National Park to the west, the town of Thirsk is well-placed for discovering the magnificent Yorkshire countryside. Thirsk offers a market place, a Norman church and a good selection of pubs, shops and restaurants, as well as a cinema and a leisure centre. Visit the World of James Herriott Museum, dedicated to the life and works of the town's own famous vet and author or explore the surrounding rolling countryside and Hambleton Hills, offering excellent walking opportunities.
