THE COSY CARAVAN, family friendly, with a garden in Thirsk

The Cosy Caravan in Islebeck near Thirsk sleeps four guests in two bedrooms.

The Cosy Caravan, a single-storey lodge, consists of a kitchen/diner with gas oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, coffee maker, and dining table, and a sitting area with Smart TV, sofa bed, games, and electric fire. The bedrooms consist of a king-size and twin, serviced by a bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, and WC. WiFi, fuel, power, bed linen, and towels are included in the rent. Outside, there is a garden with lawn and picnic bench, plus off-road parking available. Two well-behaved dogs are welcome, but sorry, no smoking. A taste of countryside living at The Cosy Caravan. Note: Travel cot available on request at an extra cost of 5GBP; bedding included in this. Note: Sofa bed is for flexible sleeping arrangements only. Note: Charge of 15GBP per dog. Note: When outside, dogs must be supervised at all times due to free-range chickens roaming around the farm.

Amenities: Central heating. Gas oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, coffee maker. Smart TV, WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Highchair. Off-road parking available. Picnic bench. Two well-behaved dogs welcome. Sorry, no smoking or pets. Shop 4 miles, pub 2.5 miles, river 0.6 miles. Note: Travel cot available on request at an extra cost of £5 and bedding included in this. Note: Sofa bed is for flexible sleeping arrangements only. Note: A few steps up to property, please take care.

Region: The North York Moors National Park covers 554 square miles, with landscape ranging from heather-clad moorland and deep secluded dales, to the cliffs and coves of the magnificent coastline making it a haven for walkers.

Town: With the gateway to the North York Moors National Park to the east and Yorkshire Dales National Park to the west, the bustling town of Thirsk boasts a quaint market place, splendid Georgian buildings, and a Norman church. Here there are a selection of excellent pubs, restaurants, a cinema and a leisure centre, as well as independent stores to be browsed at your leisure. 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 and cycling opportunities. The town is home to the Yorkshire Vet, All Creatures Great and Small, and Thirsk Races, and there are an abundance of local walks throughout the local area, including those at Osmotherly, the Cleveland Way, and Sutton Bank. Cycling within this location is catered for with mountain biking trails and road cycling trails at Sutton Bank's Cycling Centre, Dalby Forest, and Tour de France routes, and there are further walks and cycling routes along the picturesque coast of North Yorkshire, as well as delightful locations including Whitby, Robin Hood Bay, and Staithes. Explore the fascinating maze of tunnels, follies, and chambers known as Forbidden Corner, or spend a day in Monks Park observing the animals. Travel a little farther to York, a historic city that has York Minster, the Jorvix Museum, and other attractions. Visit Helmsley to see the charming little stores, the magnificent Helmsley Castle, the outdoor swimming pool, and the grounds of Newby Hall and Thorpe Perrow Arboretum and Zoo. Betty's Cafe serves delicious Anglo-Austrian cuisine. There are three Michelin-star restaurants: The Black Swan at Oldstead and Roots in York by Tommy. Other attractions include Fountains Abbey and Ripon.