Flamingo Land Resort

Flamingo Land Resort in North Yorkshire is a combined theme park, zoo, and holiday resort offering 50 rides including 8 roller coasters, a large collection of exotic animals, live shows, and accommodation options. Visitors can explore themed zones, enjoy water rides, animal safari experiences, and regular live entertainment events. The resort caters to families with child-friendly attractions and on-site dining options.

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Near Helmsley Walled Garden

Helmsley Walled Garden is a five-acre historic kitchen garden in North York Moors National Park, restored as a beautiful outdoor space featuring gardens, nature trails, and therapeutic activities. It includes a labyrinth, sculpture trail, a native plants border, and an open glasshouse, welcoming dogs and visitors with refreshments and plant sales.

Located in Helmsley

Helmsley is a historic market town in North Yorkshire, England, known for its medieval layout, castle ruins, scenic location near the North York Moors, and vibrant arts and tourism scene.

Red Oaks

This bungalow is quietly located near the historic City of York, featuring two bedrooms, a ground-floor layout, a garden with patio, and private parking, making it suitable for small families or couples seeking a relaxing and convenient stay.

Near Treasurer's House, York

Treasurer's House is a Grade I listed historic house museum in York, showcasing architecture from the 12th century onwards with significant restoration by Frank Green. Owned by the National Trust, it offers tours including cellar and attic, features Roman archaeological remains, and a café and garden accessible to visitors. The house is notable for its reputed Roman soldier ghost sightings.

Near Turning back time tour

11 Oct, 18 Oct…

A tour at Treasurer’s House explores the lives and legends of some of its former residents, tracing the history of the house and its connections to York.

Barmoor Farm Cottages - Lavender Cottage

A wheelchair accessible family cottage located near the North York Moors National Park with views over countryside and the sea, featuring a peaceful rural village setting and nearby walking and outdoor activities.

Low Mill Farm Cottages - River Cottage (Luxury)

A converted mill by the River Derwent offering a peaceful and homely setting with scenic views, suitable for families and groups, featuring garden access and a woodburner in the lounge.

Foxglove

Foxglove at Lowfield Log Cabins is a Scandinavian-style log cabin located within Yorkshire's unspoilt heritage coastline and North York Moors National Park, offering a homely and peaceful retreat surrounded by countryside and with coastal scenic proximity.

Waterside Holidays - Clematis

A stylish and romantic riverside retreat located on the banks of the River Esk in the village of Ruswarp, offering a peaceful and private setting with scenic views, close proximity to countryside and coastal attractions, and an on-site bar and restaurant available on weekends.

Rose Cottage

Rose Cottage is a cosy cottage located in the peaceful hamlet of Houlsyke within the North Yorkshire Moors National Park, offering a peaceful and relaxing retreat with countryside views and an enclosed garden.

Forge Gardens

A cosy and homely bungalow cottage on the ground floor with a private enclosed garden located in the picturesque village of Thornton Le Dale surrounded by countryside and nature, offering a peaceful and laid-back atmosphere.

3 miles from Pickering Castle

Pickering Castle in North Yorkshire is a well-preserved motte-and-bailey castle featuring a stone shell keep and chapel reconstruction. It served historic military and royal purposes, including housing Richard II as a prisoner. The castle offers outdoor exploration of ancient defensive walls, towers, and ditches with scenic views of the Vale of Pickering.

Manor Farm Properties - The Granary

The Granary is a spacious barn conversion holiday home in the East Riding of Yorkshire, set in a tranquil rural setting with charming countryside and pond views, suitable for families and groups including pets and guests requiring accessibility.

Holtby Grange Cottages - Owl Cottage

Owl Cottage is a one-bedroom semi-detached barn conversion set around a central courtyard near the village of Holtby, offering a peaceful countryside retreat just 5 miles from York city centre with picturesque views and a tranquil garden shared with other properties.

Near Brockfield Hall

Brockfield Hall is a historic brick country house near York featuring Yorkshire's largest collection of Staithes Group paintings. Visitors can tour the beautifully restored Georgian house with its notable architecture and enjoy the surrounding parkland and picnic areas.

Rudda Farm Cottages - Rudda Farm Cottage

Rudda Farm Cottage is a two-bedroom semi-detached countryside cottage in the peaceful village of Staintondale, nestled between the North York Moors National Park and Howardian Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering a tranquil and scenic rural setting.

2 miles from Yorkshire Coast

The Yorkshire Coast near Ravenscar features stunning coastline and countryside accessible by the Cleveland Way National Trail, with visitor centres offering refreshments, exhibitions, and dog-friendly facilities. The area is rich in history with alum works, a WW2 radar station, and family-friendly outdoor activities including fossil hunting, walking trails, and cycling loops.

Near Coppergate Shopping Centre

Coppergate Shopping Centre is an open-air shopping venue in York featuring covered walkways, public squares, cafes, shops, and the Jorvik Viking Centre museum. It hosts seasonal displays and cultural events.

Near By appointment tour

7 Oct, 10 Oct…

A guided tour of Treasurer’s House explores Frank Green’s vision for the historic house and its collection of furniture, clocks and art, alongside research into his life and the property.

Willow Cottage

Willow Cottage is a tranquil single-storey bungalow located on the outskirts of a holiday development with countryside charm, situated beside the scenic Cinder Track path near Whitby and the River Esk, suitable for families, nature lovers, and pet owners.

2 miles from Whitby Abbey

Whitby Abbey is a historic 7th-century Benedictine abbey ruin overlooking the North Sea on the East Cliff in Whitby, North Yorkshire. The substantial ruins are a Grade I listed building cared for by English Heritage, featuring a site museum in Cholmley House. The abbey is known for its role in the Synod of Whitby and for inspiring Bram Stoker's Dracula.

Fox Cover Cottage

A characterful barn conversion in a peaceful rural location near the North Yorkshire Moors National Park offering a scenic and tranquil setting with woodland walks nearby, original features, and a private enclosed garden.

3 miles from Flamingo Land Resort

Flamingo Land Resort in North Yorkshire is a combined theme park, zoo, and holiday resort offering 50 rides including 8 roller coasters, a large collection of exotic animals, live shows, and accommodation options. Visitors can explore themed zones, enjoy water rides, animal safari experiences, and regular live entertainment events. The resort caters to families with child-friendly attractions and on-site dining options.

Woldsend Holiday Cottages: Rose Cottage

An 18th-century former barn converted into a peaceful cottage at the edge of the village of Rillington, offering a homely and intimate stay with ground-floor open plan living and garden access.

Near Scampston Hall & Walled Garden

Scampston Hall & Walled Garden is a Regency country house in North Yorkshire featuring magnificent interiors, a renowned art collection, extensive parkland, and a modern walled garden designed by Piet Oudolf. Visitors can enjoy guided house tours, explore the gardens and parkland, attend various outdoor events, and dine at the on-site cafe.

Sykes Lodge

Sykes Lodge is a historic farm building conversion set in a rural parkland location at the foot of the Yorkshire Wolds providing a spacious, single-storey, multi-generational holiday home with large entertaining spaces and accessible features.

2 miles from Birdsall House

Birdsall House is a historic family home in North Yorkshire, offering guided tours by the Willoughby family showcasing an extensive collection of portraits, fine art, and antique furniture. Visitors tour state rooms and bedrooms before enjoying tea and exploring the gardens in good weather.

Chalet Farm Holidays - The Dairy

A cosy, single-storey barn conversion with private hot tub and enclosed garden, situated in a peaceful countryside setting near Langtoft, North Yorkshire, offering an intimate retreat suitable for families or couples.

Newbiggin Hall Cottages - Cedar Cottage

Cedar Cottage is a cosy 17th Century barn conversion located in a rural area within the North York Moors National Park, offering scenic views over the Esk Valley and a peaceful countryside atmosphere.

Grange Farm Cottages - Riccal Heads

A spacious barn conversion holiday cottage situated within the North Yorkshire Moors National Park, offering a peaceful courtyard setting with scenic views over Ryedale and suitable for families and groups including pets.

Serendipity

Serendipity is a detached static home set on Goosewood Holiday Park near York, offering a stylish and luxury self-contained retreat with 2 bedrooms, suitable for families and couples, featuring private hot tub, shared heated swimming pool, garden decking with countryside views, and close access to amenities and attractions.

Hoxne Cottages - Rose Cottage

Rose Cottage is a newly built, accessible single-storey property in a rural location with a peaceful atmosphere, suitable for up to four guests and their pet with ground floor living and decking access.

Goodlands Farmhouse

Goodlands Farmhouse is a stone-built Yorkshire farmhouse located in the village of Terrington within the Howardian Hills Area of National Beauty, offering a family-oriented and peaceful countryside retreat with historic character and garden views.

3 miles from Sutton Park

Sutton Park is an early Georgian stately home in York featuring rich 18th-century interiors and award-winning gardens with diverse plantings, a pond garden, fernery, and woodland walk, offering seasonal house tours and tearooms.

Southolme Lodges - Oak Lodge

A single storey, wheelchair friendly cottage in a quiet setting near Pickering, offering a ground-floor open plan living space with shared garden and patio areas and private parking.

Hungate Cottages - Hungate Garden Cottage

A spacious holiday property in a peaceful historic town setting, ideal for families and groups with children, featuring access to shared gardens, a children's play area, and scenic surroundings near the North York Moors.

Smugglers Rock House

Smugglers Rock House is a large Georgian stone-built property in Ravenscar with seven ensuite bedrooms, situated on the Yorkshire coast between Whitby and Scarborough, offering coastal views and a peaceful atmosphere away from busy towns.

Holtby Grange Cottages - Cozy Cottage

Cozy Cottage is a semi-detached barn conversion set around a central courtyard near the village of Holtby, providing a peaceful and scenic countryside retreat just 5 miles from York city centre, ideal for couples who want a homely and laid-back stay with nearby access to historic sites.

Near Fairfax House

Fairfax House is a finely restored Georgian townhouse in York showcasing 18th-century city-living with richly decorated interiors, historic furniture, and guided tours. It highlights the lifestyle of the Georgian gentry with authentic period settings and offers educational group visits.

2 miles from Owl About Goddards Trail

10–11 Oct, 17–18 Oct…

Visitors can follow a family-friendly trail through Goddards Gardens, finding hidden owls and collecting letters to solve an owl-related word. Completing the trail earns a sticker.

2 miles from Duncombe Park

Duncombe Park features an 18th-century designed garden set on terraces overlooking the Rye Valley, with historic temples, extensive parkland, and notable spring wildflower displays. It is part of a National Nature Reserve supporting diverse wildlife.

3 miles from Behind the Scenes Tour

7 Oct, 13–14 Oct…

A volunteer guide leads visitors through areas of Nunnington Hall that are normally closed to the public, introducing collection objects and the work involved in preserving the hall.

Near York Castle

York Castle is a historic fortified complex in York, England featuring the ruins of Clifford's Tower, a unique medieval stone keep, and buildings housing the York Castle Museum and York Crown Court. It offers both indoor and outdoor heritage experiences reflecting its rich history from the Norman period through to a 17th-century explosion and beyond.

Home Farm Holiday Cottages - The Arches

A charming ground-floor cottage set in converted old farm buildings in the village of Slingsby, featuring original stonework and wood beams, with an open fire, enclosed paved outdoor sitting area, and located near the Howardian Hills and local attractions including Castle Howard and York.

2 miles from Hovingham Hall

Hovingham Hall is an attractive historic family home featuring varied architectural styles, important collections, and the reputed oldest private cricket pitch in England. Visitors can explore both the elegant indoor spaces and the beautiful surrounding gardens with historic features.

3 miles from Guardians of the Garden

7–11 Oct, 13–18 Oct…

An exhibition of contemporary textile artworks inspired by pollinators, including bees, butterflies, moths and hoverflies. The exhibition explores the role these creatures play in gardens, countryside and natural habitats.

Westfield Farm

Westfield Farm is a Grade II listed farmhouse in a picturesque village near the North York Moors National Park featuring period charm, antiques, and countryside views in a peaceful rural setting.

Near Goddards

Goddards House and Garden in York is an Arts and Crafts historic house museum with well-preserved 1930s interiors and an extensive formal garden featuring a cruciform lily pool. Originally built for the Terry chocolate family, it now operated by the National Trust offers indoor heritage exhibits and outdoor garden exploration.

Waites House Farm Cottages - Little Esklets

Little Esklets is a cosy 18th-century barn conversion cottage situated on a working sheep farm in the North Yorkshire Moors National Park, offering rustic charm and scenic moorland views in a peaceful countryside setting.

The Old Barn

This offering is a converted 200-year old stable block barn located in a remote and tranquil countryside hamlet within the Yorkshire Nature Triangle, surrounded by natural wildlife habitats and close to various towns and coastal attractions.

Hillcrest Cottage

Hillcrest Cottage is a ground floor deluxe barn conversion accommodation situated on the eastern fringe of the North Yorkshire Moors National Park near Scarborough, offering a peaceful and scenic rural retreat ideal for couples.

Gowland Farm- Swallow's Folly

The Gowland Farm Cottages are charming barn conversions near the coast between Whitby and Scarborough, set in a scenic rural location with a shared heated indoor swimming pool and sauna, offering a peaceful and romantic retreat with wildlife and countryside views.

2 miles from York Cold War Bunker

The York Cold War Bunker in York is a preserved two-storey semi-subterranean bunker built in 1961 for nuclear monitoring during the Cold War, now an English Heritage site and museum showcasing Cold War operations and defence technology.

New Meadows Cottage

This homely one-bedroom holiday cottage near Pickering is set on the ground floor with private patio and garden views, suitable for couples and small families including those with pets, offering peaceful countryside surroundings close to local attractions and amenities.

Located in Pickering

Pickering is a market town in North Yorkshire, England, known for its historic castle, medieval parish church with remarkable wall paintings, heritage railway, and its location on the edge of the North York Moors National Park.

Spring Willows Boutique Holiday Park - The Linden Suite

The Linden Suite is a stylish and luxurious ground floor holiday accommodation set within a boutique holiday park on the edge of the Yorkshire Wolds, offering easy access to scenic coastal and countryside attractions.

The Stables

The Stables is a detached cottage in a scenic North Yorkshire village, offering a peaceful and homely setting with countryside views and a private patio, suitable for families and couples seeking a relaxing getaway with convenient access to nearby seaside towns and countryside walks.

2 miles from Burton Agnes Hall

Burton Agnes Hall is an Elizabethan stately home in East Yorkshire featuring a notable art collection, extensive gardens, and parkland. Visitors can enjoy guided tours of the house and gardens, with facilities including a cafe, shop, and child-friendly areas. The venue offers accessibility options and is pet friendly.

The Pavilion

Characterful holiday home set in the grounds of Killerby Hall with countryside views and close to the beaches of Cayton Bay, combining historic charm with a tranquil rural setting.

2 miles from Scarborough Castle

Scarborough Castle is a historic 12th-century medieval fortress perched on a rocky headland overlooking the North Sea and the town of Scarborough. Visitors can explore its ruined keep, extensive curtain walls with towers, and an exhibition housed in the 18th-century Master Gunner's House. The site also includes earlier Iron Age, Roman, and Anglo-Scandinavian archaeological remains, and offers spectacular views and family-friendly events throughout the year.

Located in Scarborough

Scarborough is a historic seaside town in North Yorkshire, England, known for its sandy beaches, castle, cultural venues, and vibrant tourism and fishing industries.

Box Tree Cottage

Box Tree Cottage is a well-presented holiday home located in the historic market town of Pickering on the edge of the North Yorkshire Moors National Park, offering a peaceful and scenic countryside retreat.

Cloth Fair

A ground-floor, wheelchair-accessible rural cottage with open-plan living and ensuite wet room, set within 42 acres of countryside near North York Moors and coastal attractions.

Chalet Farm Holidays - The Granary

This larger barn conversion property near Langtoft offers a peaceful and homely countryside retreat over two floors, suitable for extended families or groups with children and pets, featuring a private hot tub and enclosed garden with outdoor furniture.

2 miles from Middlethorpe Hall

Middlethorpe Hall is a historic 17th-century English country house near York, set in extensive grounds with restored gardens and a lake. Owned by the National Trust and operating as a hotel, it offers visitors both indoor architectural heritage and outdoor natural beauty.

Aysgarth Lodge

A luxury barn conversion ground-floor accommodation in the village of Seamer near Scarborough, offering a homely and stylish private retreat with countryside scenery, suitable for families and couples, featuring two bedrooms and amenities including a private hot tub and enclosed garden.

Olivers View

Oliver's View is a semi-detached three-bedroom house built in 2019, set in a quiet village location with countryside and sea views, providing a peaceful and stylish self-contained stay close to the North York Moors National Park and coastal towns.

Keld Head Farm Holiday Cottages - The Wheelhouse

The Wheelhouse is a ground-floor countryside cottage on the edge of the market town of Pickering, blending rural tranquillity with easy access to local historic attractions and scenic walks.

Bluebell

Bluebell at Lowfield Log Cabins is a Scandinavian-style detached log house located within Yorkshire's heritage coastline and North York Moors National Park, offering a peaceful and scenic retreat with easy single-level accessibility. It is set in countryside surroundings frequented by wildlife, with shared outdoor garden space and private parking, near coastal villages and scenic trails.

Mallard Cottage

Mallard Cottage is a cosy historic cottage in the rural hamlet of Esk Valley with countryside views and proximity to the North Yorkshire Moors heritage railway, ideal for couples or small families and outdoor enthusiasts.

The Grainary Cottages - Foxglove

Foxglove Cottage is a countryside retreat in Harwood Dale with ground-floor accessibility and enclosed gardens, suitable for families, couples, and dog owners wanting a rural escape with views of the countryside.

2 miles from Robin Hood's Bay

Robin Hood's Bay is a picturesque historic fishing village on the Yorkshire Coast in North Yorkshire, England. Visitors enjoy exploring the scenic bay and beach, walking the historic maze of streets, hunting for fossils, and experiencing its rich maritime and smuggling history. It is situated within the North York Moors National Park and is the eastern end point for the famous Coast to Coast Walk.

Ye Olde Smithy

A spacious converted stable cottage on a working farm with ground floor accommodation, suitable for families and guests with wheelchairs, located near the Yorkshire Wolds with an enclosed patio and local pub nearby.

3 miles from Kirkham Priory

Kirkham Priory is the ruins of a 12th century Augustinian monastery located on the River Derwent in North Yorkshire, known for its historic gatehouse ruins and its use as a training site for D-Day military vehicles in WWII, now managed by English Heritage.

Pear Tree Cottage

Pear Tree Cottage is a modern detached barn conversion situated in the grounds of Thirley Cotes Farm with two en-suite bedrooms and an open plan living space, set in the North York Moors National Park with woodland views and outdoor play areas.

Garden Cottage

This detached boutique-style cottage is located on the edge of the Settrington Estate in the Yorkshire Wolds, offering a peaceful and scenic countryside retreat with individual bedrooms and a cosy wood burning stove.

3 miles from Scampston Walled Garden

Scampston Hall and its partner garden offer a blend of modern garden design within historic 18th-century walls, featuring wildlife areas, a play area for children, and guided tours of a Regency country house, complemented by refreshments and accessible facilities.

Craven Bungalow

A traditional sandstone bungalow in a picturesque village on the edge of the North York Moors National Park, offering a cosy and characterful single-level holiday retreat with a front garden, woodburner, and super kingsize bedroom.

Chalet Farm Holidays - The Stables

A ground-floor barn conversion in the Yorkshire Wolds near Langtoft, suitable for couples, small families, and guests with restricted mobility, offering a private hot tub, enclosed garden, and countryside surroundings.

Killerby Old Hall - Dovecote House

A charming cottage with capacity for 14 guests located in a scenic holiday setting on the North Yorkshire Coast, serving as a countryside base close to the beach and local amenities with shared pool and on-site bar.

Bluebell Barn

A spacious single-storey barn conversion near York with a peaceful countryside setting, retaining original beams and offering ground-floor accommodation suitable for families and groups, surrounded by gardens and countryside walks.

Located in Whitby

Whitby is a historic coastal town in North Yorkshire, England, known for its iconic abbey ruins, maritime heritage, and literary connections including Bram Stoker's Dracula. It offers a mix of cultural experiences, scenic cliffs, beaches, and vibrant festivals.

The Yorkshireman

This semi-detached bungalow is located on a clifftop in Ravenscar, North Yorkshire, offering picturesque sea views and a rural coastal setting near the North York Moors National Park.

Manor Farm Cottages - Willow Cottage

This single-storey barn conversion in the village of Flixton is situated in a rural setting close to both countryside and seaside resorts, offering a peaceful and cosy atmosphere with scenic views and an enclosed garden.

Blue Mountain Barn

A converted field barn on the outskirts of Scarborough with sea and castle views, retaining original oak beams, set in a secluded rural location suited for walking and cycling.

Mulberry Cottage

Mulberry Cottage is a modern barn conversion set in a rural woodland location within the North York Moors National Park, offering a peaceful and scenic private retreat with family-friendly features and an enclosed outdoor patio area.

The Artists Cottages - The Granary

The Granary is a beautifully furnished barn conversion cottage in a rural village within North York Moors National Park, offering a peaceful and private retreat with a garden and parking for two guests.

Near Helmsley Castle

Helmsley Castle is a historic site combining a medieval fortress, Elizabethan mansion, and Civil War stronghold with exhibitions and scenic parkland. Visitors can explore the castle's stonework, grounds, and interactive displays while enjoying family-friendly facilities including picnic areas and audio tours.

Barnscliff Heights

Barnscliff Heights is a peaceful family home set in the village of Broxa within the North Yorkshire Moors National Park, surrounded by countryside and wildlife, offering a cosy and homely atmosphere with ample space and garden areas.

Monkey Puzzle View

This bungalow holiday home is located in a quiet residential area of Hutton Cranswick, within the picturesque Yorkshire Wolds, offering a bright and airy atmosphere ideal for small families or couples with easy access to both coast and rural areas.

Keld Head Farm Holiday Cottages - Byre Cottage

Byre Cottage is a ground-floor countryside retreat on the edge of Pickering, offering peaceful rural charm with scenic moorland and coastal access in a family-friendly setting.

The Helmsley Retreat

The Helmsley Retreat is a stylish and luxurious cottage located near the market square of Helmsley within the North York Moors National Park, offering a peaceful and private retreat with modern comforts in a charming small town setting.

Near Helmsley Castle

Helmsley Castle is a medieval castle ruin located in Helmsley, North Yorkshire, within the North York Moors National Park. Visitors can explore the historic outdoor remains of this castle, which was significantly altered over centuries and partially destroyed during the English Civil War.

Heatherlea

This accommodation is a ground-floor detached property located on the edge of the North York Moors National Park near the village of Sleights, offering peaceful countryside surroundings with nearby coastal access and scenic walking opportunities.

Grande View

This stylish and indulgent property is situated within the North York Moors National Park, offering a private retreat with scenic countryside views and a variety of entertainment and relaxation amenities for families and groups.

Low Mill Farm Cottages - Mill Barn

A luxurious barn conversion set on the edge of a national park with countryside views, providing a peaceful and stylish retreat that is suitable for guests with restricted mobility and families.

Todd's Pasture

This detached, historic Yorkshire farmhouse accommodates 8 guests with 4 ensuite bedrooms and a welcoming rural setting near the village of Hawnby within the North York Moors National Park, ideal for family or group gatherings.

Summertree Farm - The Mews

Midsummer Mews is a ground floor, modern cottage located in a quiet courtyard area of Summertree Cottages near Thornton-le-Dale, with scenic countryside surroundings and a shared private swimming pool available by arrangement.

Cherry Blossom

This is a quaint traditional Yorkshire stone cottage for two guests in the picturesque village of Thornton-le-Dale, known for its thatched cottages and natural surroundings, located on the edge of the North York Moors with countryside views and an enclosed garden.

Bee's Cottage

This semi-detached luxury cottage lies in a rural location within the North York Moors National Park and offers a peaceful and romantic setting with countryside views and a private hot tub and patio area.

Jenny Spring

Jenny Spring is a traditional Yorkshire stone cottage near West Ayton, situated on a non-working farm on the edge of the North Yorkshire Moors National Park, offering a peaceful rural setting with nearby wildlife and walking opportunities.

The Grainary Cottages - Primrose

Primrose Cottage is a spacious three-bedroom countryside retreat with en-suite rooms, ground floor facilities, and a private enclosed patio, ideal for families or groups seeking comfort and tranquility in a rural setting.

Kimlin Cottage

Kimlin Cottage is a homely cottage located in a rural setting near West Ayton close to the North Yorkshire Moors and Scarborough coastline, ideal for walkers, cyclists, and pet owners seeking a peaceful countryside retreat with enclosed outdoor space and private parking.

South Lodge

South Lodge is a historic cosy lodge set in the Yorkshire Wolds with a large garden and private wood fired hot tub, shaded by mature trees and offering views across open parkland. It features charming original architectural details and is located within easy reach of countryside, coast, and local market towns.