Area Guide
Welcome to our Area Guide, your gateway to discovering the best locations for your Yorkshire getaway. Whether you’re seeking a charming coastal retreat, a countryside escape, or a vibrant town break, we offer a wide range of properties across the most sought-after destinations in Yorkshire. Use our interactive grid to explore each area and find the perfect home for your stay—tailored to your preferences, whether it’s relaxation, adventure, or cultural exploration you’re after.
North Yorkshire
North Yorkshire is a stunning blend of rolling countryside, dramatic moorland, and picture-perfect villages. Home to two national parks—the Yorkshire Dales and the North York Moors—it’s ideal for walkers, cyclists, and nature lovers. With historic market towns, charming pubs, and endless scenic views, it’s the perfect setting for a peaceful and authentic Yorkshire escape.
Harrogate
North Yorkshire > Harrogate
Blubberhouses is a small village on the A59 between Harrogate and Skipton in the Washburn Valley, slightly south of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Blubberhouses is minutes from the Fewston ...
The beautiful spa town Harrogate, situated on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales with the Vale of York to the east, is a very popular tourist destination. Harrogate’s peaceful surroundings ...
Knaresborough in North Yorkshire is a historic market town situated on the River Nidd and only 4 miles from the centre of Harrogate. ...
Masham is one of Yorkshires calmer market towns located on the banks of River Ure in Wensleydale. Masham is home to a rural working community with a truly charming olden ...
Ripley is a quint village a few miles from Harrogate on route towards Ripon. Although only small, it is an extremely busy little place that has two big incentives to ...
The City of Ripon set in the heart of North Yorkshire and is one of the fourth smallest cities in England. A very attractive tourist destination due to being only ...
Nidderdale
North Yorkshire > Nidderdale
Lofthouse is a small traditional Yorkshire village north of Pateley Bridge and the Gouthwaite Reservoir, south of Middlemoor in the heart of the area of natural beauty, Nidderdale. ...
Nidderdale is part of the borough of Harrogate and since 1994 has been designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Due to the sheer number of attractions and activities that ...
The old lead mining town, Pateley Bridge, is situated on the River Nidd in Nidderdale an area of natural beauty. The small market town’s rural charm and narrow cobbled streets ...
Hambleton
North Yorkshire > Hambleton
Bedale is a small traditional market town based near the River Swale in Hambleton on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales. Bedale is steeped in history, proof of which can ...
Northallerton is a busy market town in the Hambleton district of North Yorkshire with a population of over 15,000. Northallerton is in a great location as borders both the Yorkshire ...
Thirsk is one of North Yorkshire’s smaller market towns situated close to the A1 in the parish of Hambleton with a population close to 5,000. Thirsk attracts a lot of ...
Yorkshire Coast
North Yorkshire > Yorkshire Coast
Filey is an Edwardian coastal holiday town that is situated on the beautiful Yorkshire Coast close to the North York Moors and the Yorkshire Wolds. It is roughly 8 miles ...
Ravenscar is a quiet village situated on the North Yorkshire Coast approximately 10 miles south of Robin Hood’s Bay, 14 miles south of Whitby and 10 miles north of Scarborough. ...
Robin’s Hood Bay is a small fishing village that simply oozes with character and history. It is located within the North York Moors National Park, five miles south of Whitby, ...
Scarborough is the largest coastal holiday resort on the Yorkshire Coast. Scarborough has two bays the North and South Bay which are divided by a rocky headland. On the headland ...
Staithes is well known for formally being one of the main fishing villages on the Yorkshire Coast. However today there is only one fishing boat that is run by a ...
Whitby is an atmospheric seaside resort that is dominated by the beautiful ruins of Whitby Abbey which sits high on the cliff overlooking the town. Whitby is surrounded by the ...
Yorkshire Dales National Park
The Yorkshire Dales National Park is a breathtaking landscape of lush valleys, rugged hills, and traditional stone-built villages. Known for its scenic walking trails, waterfalls, and rich wildlife, it’s a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you’re exploring charming towns like Hawes and Grassington or relaxing in the peaceful countryside, the Dales offer a truly memorable Yorkshire experience.
Swaledale
Yorkshire Dales National Park > Swaledale
Fremington is a pretty hamlet situated in Swaledale, and is divided into High and Low Fremington. Low Fremington is located along the stretch of road between Reeth and Grinton. It ...
Grinton is a small village situated on the south bank of the River Swale in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales. Grinton is in a great location as only a ...
Gunnerside in North Yorkshire is famous for a number of reasons, but in particular for its picturesque working fields in the Swaledale valley that nestle up against the River Swale. ...
Keld is a remote hamlet, home to a small rural community situated in Swaledale in the Yorkshire Dales National Park near to the County Durham border and is either the ...
Langthwaite is one of the few villages in Arkengarthdale, North Yorkshire. It is also the largest and the main settlement in the dale and only 3 miles north of Reeth. ...
The Coast to Coast walk passes very close by the village but for those that are not so keen on such a challenge, there are many less strenuous walks in ...
The lovely village of Muker is nestled in the hills between Gunnerside and Thwaite in the most beautiful Dale -Swaledale, North Yorkshire. The River Swale runs parallel to the village, ...
The history of Reeth dates way back to the 18th Century, where it used to be the capital of the lead mining industry and a local centre for hand knitting, ...
Richmond was founded by the Normans in 1071, and is overflowing with history, mostly centred around one of the finest tourist attractions in North Yorkshire – Richmond Castle. The castle, ...
Tan Hill is the highest point on the famous Pennine Way walk. It is most notably known for the Tan Hill Inn which is the highest Inn in the UK ...
Wensleydale
Yorkshire Dales National Park > Wensleydale
Askrigg is steeped with history, the narrow cobbled streets and market place tell a busy story but the most interesting/sad tail comes from the iron bull ring set into the ...
The tranquil village of Aysgarth is situated in Lower Wensleydale on the River Ure. Aysgarth is best known for the series of three broad limestone steps known as Aysgarth Falls ...
The sleepy village of Bainbridge is situated near to the shortest river in England, the River Bain and the River Ure in the stunning Yorkshire Dales National Park. ...
Castle Bolton is a small village in Wensleydale overlooked by the magnificent Bolton Castle, built in 1379 by Lord Richard Scrope. A number of villages and towns are easily accessed ...
Hawes is a busy market town which lies in the heart of the stunning Yorkshire Dales National Park in the shadow of Great Shunner Fell. Picturesque Hawes has the River ...
Leyburn is situated in mid-Wensleydale, on the northerly banks of the River Ure. This busy market town in the Yorkshire Dales National Park is minutes from breath taking views of ...
West Burton is in our opinion, and also that of many others, one of the most beautiful and picturesque villages in the Yorkshire Dales National Park and possibly England. ...
West Witton, one of many picture postcard villages in Wensleydale is situated close to the River Ure between the popular market down of Leyburn and the gorgeous village of Aysgarth, ...
Malhamdale
Yorkshire Dales National Park > Malhamdale
The popular village of Malham has a small population of around 200 people but attracts many visitors year upon year. Malham is sheltered by a cove at the south of ...
Ribblesdale
Yorkshire Dales National Park > Ribblesdale
Horton-in-Ribblesdale is situated in the Yorkshire National Park close to the River Ribble. It has a population little over 500, but has been known to double over a weekend when ...
Ingleton is based on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park roughly 16 miles from Hawes, and is an ideal location for those looking for an action packed holiday. ...
The bustling market town, Settle, is situated on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Settle is a very popular choice for a base for those wanting to explore ...
Wharfdale
Yorkshire Dales National Park > Wharfedale
Buckden is found 20 miles north of Skipton near to the border of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, in the shadows of the impressive Buckden pike, thus making it a ...
Gargrave is the largest village in the Craven District, and is situated 4 miles north west of the market town of Skipton on the A65 roughly 7 miles from Malham. ...
The popular picturesque market town, Grassington, is situated on the edge of the River Wharfe in Lower Wharfdale a stone’s throw from Skipton and 9 miles from Bolton Abbey. Grassington ...
Ketlewell is a charming village situated at the junction of the main Wharf valley and the Coverhead Pass in Upper Wharfdale, North Yorkshire. It is located between the villages of ...
The pretty market town, Skipton, fondly known as ‘the gateway to the Dales’ is located on the River Aire on the south side of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, in ...
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