The Barn @ Ivy House

About this property

Thirsk 4 miles, Northallerton 5 miles. The Barn @ Ivy House is a simply beautiful, stone-built barn conversion nestled into the countryside of Borrowby, between Northallerton and Thirsk. With beautiful countryside views and tastefully-decorated interiors, this wonderful abode offers a simply dreamy base for friends and families looking to explore the wonders of North Yorkshire. Park up, and be welcomed into a light and airy home-away-from-home, discovering an open-plan living space with large glass sliding doors and skylights. This space encourages guests to cook up a storm in the well-equipped kitchen, a contemporary space with a real feel of opulence. Guests can indulge in a hearty meal at the dining table, with views out across the south-westerly facing garden, before cosying up in the sitting area to rest their feet. When the sun is shining, throw open the glass doors and head out into the garden, where you will find a patio which is ideal for alfresco dining, so why not enjoy a glass of your favourite beverage in the fresh air? When sleep calls, three stunning bedrooms await your rest, so choose between a ground-floor super-king-size with bath which can be set up as a twin on request, a super-king-size with en-suite shower room, and a twin. When you are ready to explore, head out to the traditional market towns of Northallerton and Thirsk. Both offer a great selection of local shops, restaurants and sports facilities. Thirsk is home to the popular attraction of Yorkshire Vet, All Creatures Great and Small and Thirsk Races. The Dog and Gun and The Wheatsheaf are two excellent pubs in the village within walking distance. This marvellous property is ideally located between the Yorkshire Dales National Park and the North York Moors National Park, making this a haven for cyclists, walkers, and birdwatchers. Scenic local walks include those at Osmotherley, the Cleveland Way, and Sutton Bank which offers wonderful views, as well as being within reach of many coastal walks. Cycling in this area is a must, with Sutton Bank's Cycling Centre, and Dalby Forest for mountain biking, and Tour de France routes for road cycling. Head over to Helmsley to check out the quaint independent shops and the impressive Helmsley Castle, and open-air pool, or take a stroll through the gardens of Newby Hall or Thorpe Perrow Arboretum and Zoo. Enjoy a tasty treat at Betty’s Tea Room, Yorkshire's famous traditional café. Visit The Forbidden Corner, an intriguing labyrinth of tunnels, follies, and chambers, or spend an afternoon at Monks Park Farm to see the animals. Head a little further to the historic city of York, offering York Minster, the Jorvix Museum, and more. Other places to visit include Fountains Abbey near Ripon, whilst Whitby, Robin Hood Bay and Staithes are all ideal for beach days, and there are three Michelin-star restaurants, The Black Swan at Oldstead and Roots in York by Tommy Banks and The Star at Harome, within easy reach from the property. Make an unforgettable retreat to North Yorkshire with a stay at The Barn @ Ivy House.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping

bond of £350.

Northallerton is a County town and administrative centre of North Yorkshire, located at the foot of a ridge dividing two river basin areas, the Wiske and the Cod Beck, in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, on the edge of the Vale of York, between the Hambleton Hills and the Yorkshire Dales. This thriving town boasts market days on Wednesdays and Saturdays, when both sides of the High Street are home to stalls selling a wide range of goods and produce, plus on the fourth Wednesday of the month the market is joined by a farmers' market. Despite its modest size, Northallerton has a number of independent and national shops, including Betty’s Tea Rooms, Lewis & Cooper, an outstanding delicatessan and wine merchant, award-winning butcher’s, artisan baker, greengrocers, two department stores, several supermarkets and bookshops. With good rail links to Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, Durham and York, the activities are not just restricted to the countryside. Situated equidistant between the Yorkshire Dales and North York Moors, the opportunities for exploration are endless. These include a day at the races at one of the many local courses, including Thirsk, a family trip to the unique Forbidden Corner at Middleham, a trip to a country house such as Newby Hall, Kiplin Hall and Castle Howard, or a round of golf. The restored Victorian resort of Saltburn, plus the pretty beaches and coves of Runswick Bay, Sand's End and Robin Hood's Bay, along with the town of Whitby, are all within one hour's drive away.

Accommodation

Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, and WC, 1 x ground floor twin room with bath (can be twin on request), 1 x twin.

Cloakroom with basin and WC.

Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area

Biomass central heating and solar electricity.

Electric oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, kettle and toaster.

Smart TV, WiFi.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Travel cot available.

Off-road parking for 1 car.

Enclosed patio and lawn with furniture.

Sorry, no pets and no smoking.

Shop 4 miles, pub 0.2 miles.

Note: Check-in 4pm, check-out 10am