GROMIT COTTAGE, pet friendly, with open fire in Masham

This semi-detached cottage in the town of Masham, near Ripon sleeps four people in two bedrooms.

Gromit Cottage is a semi-detached cottage, a former cheese factory situated in the centre of the market town of Masham. This cottage sleeps four people in two bedrooms, consisting of one king-size double and one twin (zip/link, can be super king-size double on request), as well as a bathroom. The cottage also has a kitchen with breakfast bar and a sitting room with dining area and woodburner. Outside there is off road parking for two cars and a patio with furniture. Gromit Cottage is an ideal base for a family with plenty to do in Masham, and further field are Ripon, Harrogate and York, all of which are well worth visiting.

Amenities: Gas central heating. Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher. TV with Freeview, DVD, CD, WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Designated parking for 2 cars. Patio with furniture. One well-behaved dog welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop and pub 0.1 mile

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: The historic market town of Masham in North Yorkshire rests in the lower reaches of Wensleydale along the River Ure. The town boasts a market square, crafts, galleries, shops, restaurants and pubs, as well as being home to Theakstons and Black Sheep Breweries. The popular towns of Ripon, Thirsk, Northallerton, Richmond and Harrogate are all within easy reach, making this an excellent touring base for exploring North Yorkshire.