Traditional Stone Built Cottage with Log Burner
Quiet Location just minutes from the Heart of Masham
Sleeps 4 (2 Bedrooms)
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This charming stone cottage has been restored to a high standard and combines traditional features, such as beams and open fireplaces, with all the comforts of modern living such as dishwasher, washer/dryer and whirlpool bath to make your stay as comfortable as possible. It is located a few minutes from Masham's bustling market square which plays host to weekly markets, speciality markets and the Annual Sheep Fair every September. Masham is a thriving community and has a host of interesting shops to browse in as well as a number of cafes, great pubs and several restaurants. It is home to two breweries, Theakstons and The Black Sheep, which visitors can look round and sample the award-winning ales. Other events include a Summer Music Festival, an Autumn Arts Festival and Steam Engine Rally. There are plenty of local walks to suit ramblers and strollers alike. Golf, Riding, Fishing, Canoeing, Tennis, Swimming all nearby. Thorpe Cottage has a four star Gold Quality in Tourism Rating.
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| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 7 January 2012 - 11 February 2012 | £340 | 3 | ||
| 11 February 2012 - 18 February 2012 | £425 | 7 | ||
| 18 February 2012 - 17 March 2012 | £350 | 3 | ||
| 17 March 2012 - 31 March 2012 | £375 | 3 | ||
| 31 March 2012 - 7 April 2012 | £500 | 7 | ||
| 7 April 2012 - 14 April 2012 | £500 | 7 | ||
| 14 April 2012 - 21 April 2012 | £450 | 7 | ||
| 21 April 2012 - 2 June 2012 | £400 | 7 | ||
| 2 June 2012 - 9 June 2012 | £525 | 7 |
Notes on prices
Short breaks available all year round. Minimum 3 night stay. Booking restrictions apply during school holidays and summer months with week bookings taking priority from Easter through to the end of October.
Please enquire for more details.
Changeover day
Week bookings Saturday to Saturday. Arrive from 4pm. Depart by 10am. Short breaks of between 3 and 5 nights also available subject to availability and season.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bedroom 1 with king size bed. Bedroom 2 with twin beds. |
| Bathrooms: | Bathroom with whirlpool bath and shower. Underfloor heating. |
| Kitchen: | Fully equipped kitchen with electric oven, touch sensitive hob, microwave, dishwasher, fridge with freezer compartment. Underfloor heating. |
| Utility Room: | Washer/dryer in outbuilding. |
| Living Rooms: | Lounge with TV, digital set top box, and DVD player. Stereo radio/CD player. Board games. Books, guidebooks and maps. Log burner and underfloor heating. |
| Other: | Separate dining area with table and chairs. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
All linen included. |
| Amenities/Facilities: | hob/stove garden oven fridge/freezer microwave dishwasher washing machine tumble dryer iron/ironing board tv central heating cot high chair |
| Location Type: | rural village |
Notes on accommodation
Log burner. Gas central heating throughout. Underfloor heating throughout the downstairs living area and the bathroom. Gas and electric included in price. Welcome pack on arrival. Children most welcome. Sorry no smokers or pets.
Accessibility
Thorpe Cottage is a traditional cottage and has not been subject to any adaptions which may improve access for people with mobility problems. The bedrooms are both situated on the first floor. The bathroom is on the ground floor. A detailed Access Statement is available on request.
Outside
Outdoor enclosed courtyard garden with garden furniture.
Coast/Beach
Both Whitby (approx 70 miles) and Scarborough (approx 60 miles) are an enjoyable 1.5 to 2 hours drive away over the North Yorkshire Moors.
Golf
Masham Golf Course (9 hole) 0.5 miles away
Bedale Golf Course (18 hole) 6 miles away
Ripon Golf Course (18 hole) 9 miles away
Travel
Although the cottage is located in Masham itself, the use of a car is recommended to enjoy the surrounding area.
The nearest airports are situated at Teeside - Durham Tees Valley Airport approx 30 miles, Leeds/Bradford Airport approx 40 miles and Newcastle Airport approx 60 miles.
Distances
6 miles from market town of Bedale - home of the Wensleydale Railway
10 miles from Ripon, a small but charming cathedral city with a race course.
35 miles from the historic city of York
22 miles to the spa town of Harrogate
Places of interest: Black Sheep and Theakstons Breweries in Masham
Fountains Abbey near Ripon
Newby Hall and Gardens near Ripon
The Forbidden Corner (garden with a difference) at Leyburn
Lightwater Valley Theme Park near Ripon
James Herriott Museum at Thirsk
Further details
Masham has a good selection of shops including a small supermarket, grocery store with delicatessen, bakers, fruit shop, two butchers, two sweet shops, a wine shop, a newsagents, a florist, and a chemist. It also has a dress shop, an outdoor clothing shop and several hairdressers. There are two art galleries, one antique shop plus a number of craft shops. It also has four cafes, a number of public houses serving food and several restaurants. There are two banks in the town as well as two cashpoints and a post office. In addition to Masham's 9 hole golf course, there are also tennis courts, and crown green bowling in the town. There is a well-maintained children's play area and teenagers will like the adjacent skate park. Horse-riding is 1 mile away. Fishing and canoeing are approximately 4 miles away. There are a host of walks that start in or around Masham. Some of the highlights are a stroll along the river to the Marfield nature reserve, discover the stone circle at nearby Swinton and Leighton Reservoir, walk around Jervaulx Abbey or discover Hackfall Woods at nearby Grewelthorpe with its stone follies and waterfalls.
Booking notes
Bookings are via telephone or email. Deposit of 30% of total holiday cost is required to secure a booking. Full payment is required six weeks prior to start date. Payments by cheque or bank transfer. Returnable £50 good housekeeping deposit payable with final balance.
Guest comments
'One of the best cottages we've ever stayed in. Have really enjoyed our short break, a lovely area.' Iain and family, Essex.
'Immaculate, well-presented and well-equipped cottage with lovely personal touches. The cottage is gorgeous and the children want to move in permanently.' Paul, Louise, Hannah and Ben, Hartlepool.
'Thank you so much. The cottage is beautiful and you have really thought of everything. We thoroughly enjoyed our time and will definitely be back.' John and family, Milton Keynes.
'Cottage is fantastic, like home from home. Excellent location to explore Masham and beyond. Thank you!' John, Denise and Emma, Bradford.
'There is something soothing about this place - never slept better for years.' Phil and Carol, Mandurah, Western Australia.
Owner profile
About the owner
We are a wife and husband team. I deal with the bookings side of things and my husband is in charge of all things maintenance. When we are not at the cottage, I work as a volunteer counsellor for a university counselling service. My husband is a heating engineer and is always busy. He can't work without a cup of tea but prefers Earl Grey to good old Yorkshire tea, which is too strong for his liking. My family are very much rooted in North Yorkshire and my husband, whilst hailing from London, feels very much at home despite not liking the tea!
Why the owner chose a home in this location
It was love at first sight when we saw the cottage. We had been toying with the idea of buying a holiday cottage and were excited when we chanced upon the for sale sign. We rang up and made an appointment to view the very next day. There are lots of things we love about the cottage - the location, in Masham itself, is great. We don't need to use the car if we don't want to. We can stroll to the square for our morning coffee and browse round the speciality shops before setting off on one of the many walks surrounding the town. We never tire of driving down the hill into Masham and spying the tall church spire knowing we are nearly there! It is an easy place to get to from north or south - just eight miles from the A1 and provides a really convenient base for exploring the dales and beyond.
Unique benefits of the property
The cottage has a very homely and comfortable feel about it. The most frequent comment from guests is just how cosy it is. The cottage is compact but this is part of its charm for us. It has lots of original features such as the lovely big fireplace in the living room where we have put a log burner and the thick curvy walls. We are also very lucky in that our neighbours are lovely and in general we find Masham residents to be very friendly folk. We clean and maintain the cottage ourselves and do our best to ensure standards are the highest that we can make them. We know ourselves how awful it is to arrive on holiday and have to start cleaning the fridge or worry about how clean the beds are. We were thrilled this year therefore to attain the Quality in Tourism Gold Award for our efforts.
For booking and further information
Property Ref E286
Sarah Cussons
Tel: (UK) + 44 (0)1904 786 218
Mob: (UK) +44 (0)7725 945 520
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