Resting just a short distance away from the bustling town of Richmond and a stone’s throw away from the Yorkshire Dales National Park is this wooden lodge, 6 Badgers Retreat. With its wonderful North Yorkshire location, this lodge is perfect for couples, friends and families to come together to enjoy a tranquil oasis, away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Inside, be welcomed into an open-plan living room boasting a contemporary interior design and everything you could possibly need to enjoy a self-catering experience. Catering to your culinary delights, the kitchen comes with a range of quality appliances and the dining table makes a social spot for you to gather to toast to a wonderful holiday to Yorkshire and tuck into a home-cooked dish. After dinner, relax into your evening by flicking on the electric fire and browse through the TV channels, whilst sunk into the plush sofa. Once the evening has drawn to a close, catch your rest within one of the two bedrooms, comprising of a double bedroom with an en-suite and an additional double bedroom, served by a family bathroom, boasting a shower over bath, basin and WC. During a balmy afternoon, head out onto the decking surrounding this lodge and enjoy a spot of alfresco dining, whilst your canine companions stretch their legs. Explore your surroundings by taking a drive into the nearby town of Richmond, boasting a stunning Norman castle, Georgian architecture, a large cobbled market place, with museums and monuments, accompanied by a large selection of places to eat and drink. Enjoy the Castle Walk to immerse yourself in its history, or walk alongside the River Swale where there are parks, safe paddling areas and small waterfalls. For outdoor enthusiast, there is the glorious North Yorkshire National Park, home to a plethora of walking opportunities and other nearby tourist spots include Barnard Castle and Leyburn, a beautiful market town with a wide array of pubs and restaurants. Middleham is also close by, home to the castle, which was once King Richards III’s childhood home and is rich in horse racing heritage. If you are feeling adventurous, why not travel slightly further afield to the bustling town of Harrogate or spend the day in the stunning city of York. 6 Badgers Retreat is that perfect lodge for that long-awaited getaway with loved ones.

Resting at the entrance to Swaledale is the ancient market town of Richmond stands on a prominent hilltop site to the north of the River Swale. Within the town you will find a plethora of amenities, which grew up around its castle, a Norman fortress dating back to 1071, famously situated high above the river and offers the Castle Walk - a terrace walk beneath the castle walls - or walk alongside the River Swale.

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