This semi-detached stone cottage is on a working farm in the village of Allerston, North Yorkshire and can sleep four people in two bedrooms.

Farm Yard Cottage is a semi-detached cottage on a working farm in Allerston near to Pickering in North Yorkshire. The cottage sleeps four people and has one double bedroom and one twin, both with en-suites, sleeping up to four people. There is also a kitchen with dining area and a sitting room. Outside is off-road parking and a patio with outdoor furniture and barbecue, along with use of a paddock with a football pitch and a child's play area. Perfect for discovering the whole of North Yorkshire, Farm Yard Cottage is a superb base for a family holiday. Two well behaved dogs welcome. Note: Dogs are not to be left unattended in this property at any time.

Amenities: Oil central heating. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, CD/radio, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot and highchair on request. Off-road parking for two cars. Lockable bike storage. Small patio with furniture and barbecue. Shared use of paddock with football pitch and children's play equipment. Two well-behaved dogs welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 3.1, pub 0.4 miles

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: Set on the edge of the Forge Valley, the village of Allerston is within easy distance of Pickering, a bustling market town with a castle. Allerston is a picturesque village, with a stream running through on its way to the River Derwent. Allerston is set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and is made up of pretty stone cottages, and makes a wonderful holiday base. There is so much to do in the area, such as horse riding, a gold course, a childrens playground and Dalby Forest, which offers some wonderful walking and cycle routes. The coast is within a short drive, so head to the beaches of Scarborough and Whitby, or out onto the wonderful Moors; a great holiday base.