THE BARN, romantic, character holiday cottage in Knaresborough

The Barn in Farnham in North Yorkshire sleeps two guests in one bedroom.

The Barn consists of an open-plan living space including a kitchen with an oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, a dining area, and a sitting area with woodburning stove. There is also a sitting room with TV and a gym. The bedroom consists of a super-king-size with an en-suite freestanding bath and seperate walk-in shower, along with a ground-floor shower room. Outside, there is a garden with patio, furniture and lawn, as well as off-road parking. Please note that this is a smoke-free and pet-free property. Shop 2 miles, pub 1.4 miles, lake 0.2 miles. WiFi, fuel, power, starter pack for woodburning stove, bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Escape with your loved one to The Barn.

Amenities: Central heating. Oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer. TV, WiFi. Fuel, power, and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Off-road parking available. Garden. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop 2 miles, pub 1.4 miles, lake 0.2 miles. Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am

Region: From heather-clad moors and limestone scars, to market towns and the steady pace of country life - the sublime Dales await you! Where else in Britain is it as satisfying to sit and do nothing as it is to explore the numerous pursuits on offer?

Town: Knaresborough is an ancient market and Spa town on the fringe of the Yorkshire Dales, overlooking the River Nidd, and is one of the prettiest towns in North Yorkshire. Its location makes it ideal as a base for touring the stunning countryside of the North Yorkshire Moors and Yorkshire Dales National Parks. For lovers of history, St John’s Church, Knaresborough House and the now-ruined Knaresborough Castle were built by the Normans in around 1100 AD. Other attractions in the town include Mother Shipton’s petrifying well, the Courthouse Museum, "Ye Oldest Chymist Shoppe in England" which dates back to 1720 and the quirky House in the Rock. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy wonderful walks by the river, cycling, climbing, fishing, boating or just sitting and taking in the tranquil atmosphere and beautiful scenery. The town centre has many interesting shops and galleries, and there is a colourful and lively market held on Wednesdays. The fascinating, historic cathedral cities of Ripon and York are close by, as are the Spa town of Harrogate, the great stately homes of Castle Howard and Harewood House, the Cistercian Abbeys of Fountains, Rievaulx and Jervaulx, and the castles of Middleham, Bolton and Richmond.