Holiday cottages in Pickering, North Yorkshire Moors including self catering holiday vacation rental property in the English town of Pickering

The Carrs
Pickering

A home of great comfort from which to discover England&rsquo;s most beautiful and uncrowded county . . ._<strong>2010 sees the 30th anniversary of English Country Cottages featuring Hungate Cottages in their brochure.<br /></strong><br /><strong>A short stroll from the heart of this charming old country town, Hungate Cottages are tucked away with a delightful &lsquo;secret garden&rsquo; atmosphere of peace and tranquillity. A wonderful holiday location, with the vast and magnificent North Yorkshire Moors on the doorstep, there is easy access to the beautiful east coast, the city of York and a whole host of fascinating places to visit. Outstanding comfort and style of these cottages, combined with a superb location, makes this an ideal all-year holiday destination. Pickering is a delight - old fashioned friendliness and an unhurried pace of life combine with charming old inns, 12th-century castle, museums, and remarkable medieval frescoes in the local church, and the North Yorkshire Moors Railway takes visitors on a nostalgic journey through spectacular heather-clad moorland scenery to Grosmont. </strong><br />Castle Howard, setting for TV&rsquo;s <em>Brideshead Revisited</em>, Nunnington Hall (NT), Duncombe Park, and Rievaulx Abbey, are just a few treasures to discover. York offers the majestic minster, the fascinating Jorvik Viking Centre, the Castle Museum, the National Railway Museum, and excellent shopping facilities. On the east coast lie Scarborough and Bridlington, the picturesque fishing villages of Robin Hood&rsquo;s Bay, and Staithes, and the fascinating old port of Whitby, with its Captain Cook connections.<br />Closer to home visitors can enjoy free use of Pickering&rsquo;s swimming-pool, just 3 minutes&rsquo; walk away, good cycling in Dalby Forest (bikes can be hired in Pickering), as well as forest walks, fishing, pony trekking and golf.<br /><strong>THE CHARACTER OF HUNGATE<br /></strong>The cottages have been converted with great flair by the owners, Mike and Sue Kitching, from the outbuildings of Hungate House. The delightful setting includes eight secluded gardens, courtyards and an orchard, as well as a safe, enclosed play area for children. Each cottage retains much character, with old stone arches, fireplaces and beams carefully retained. <strong>New for 2010: </strong>Flatscreen televisions in all cottages! Also, free entry to Dalby Forest for all visitors from April 2010. With walking and cycle trails for all abilities, play areas for children and picnic/barbecue areas for the family, Dalby Forest has something for everyone to enjoy.<br />Immaculately maintained, warm, clean and superbly well-equipped, these cottages are truly a &lsquo;home from home&rsquo;. No wonder so many visitors return time and again. The owners provide plenty of helpful information on the huge choice of places to visit, as well as menus from the local restaurants.<br />Hungate is best summed up by a visitor who wrote, "There was nothing more we could have wished for in a holiday home. We loved the fire, the free logs and little touches such as fresh flowers &ndash; it felt like home. The children loved the freedom of the gardens and could not wait to get home from our excursions! We loved coming and going through the heavy black gate into an oasis in this nice town."_All Winter holidays at Hungate start with a warm welcome &ndash; the heating is on and the cottages warmed and awaiting your arrival, with a bottle of champagne in the fridge. Visitors also enjoy free use of Pickering&rsquo;s superb public indoor heated swimming-pool. And, of course, the chance to toast your toes in front of a cheerful log fire. (Pets are welcome in Hungate Garden Cottage, Levisham, Lockton, Ellerbeck, Saltersgate, Bransdale and The Carrs for Winter Breaks.)_<ul><li><em>Parking </em></li><li><em>Pickering&rsquo;s shops 5 mins&rsquo; walk</em></li><li><em>TV</em></li><li><em>Digibox</em></li><li><em>Video</em></li><li><em>DVD</em></li><li><em>Broadband on req</em></li><li><em>Shared utility room with auto wm, tumble dryer and payphone</em></li><li><em>Food mixer</em></li><li><em>Sandwich toaster</em></li><li><em>Cassette/CD</em></li><li><em>Hair dryer</em></li><li><em>Cot</em></li><li><em>H/chair</em></li><li><em>Secure cycle storage</em></li><li><em>Barbecues avail</em></li><li><em>Bed guard on req</em></li><li><em>Night lights</em></li><li><em>Duvets with linen (blankets by arr)</em></li><li><em>Towels and tea towels </em></em></li></ul>_ADDITIONAL FACILITIES:<ul><li>All visitors to Hungate enjoy special arrangements for the free use all year round of Pickering&rsquo;s sparkling modern <strong>indoor heated swimming-pool</strong> (with exciting flume ride) &ndash; 3&nbsp;minutes&rsquo; walk<br /></li><li>Private half-mile stretch of nearby Pickering Beck &ndash; fishing is available by arrangement</li><li>Fenced-off children&rsquo;s play area &ndash; with sand pit, climbing frame, swings and Wendy House</li><li>Secure cycle storage on site (bike hire locally)</li><li>Pets welcome in Saltersgate, Ellerbeck, The Carrs and Hungate Garden Cottage all year round.</li></ul>_HUNGATES WINTER PACKAGE<br />All Winter holidays at Hungate start with a warm welcome - the heating is on and the cottages warmed and awaiting your arrival. Guests will also find a bottle of champagne in the fridge. Visitors can enjoy free use of Pickering&rsquo;s superb public indoor heated swimming-pool. And, of course, the chance to toast your toes in front of a cheerful log fire. (Pets are welcome in Levisham, Lockton, Ellerbeck, Saltersgate, Bransdale, Hungate Garden Cottage and the Carrs for Winter Breaks)._This charming &rsquo;town&rsquo; cottage, beautifully furnished with antique pine, is separate from the other cottages, giving a real feeling of privacy. French windows open onto a sheltered patio and private, south-facing mature garden. Fitted kitchen with arch to dining-room. Large, south-facing sitting-room with gas &lsquo;coal-effect&rsquo; fire in stone fireplace and French doors to patio. Cloakroom/W.C. <em>First floor:</em> Double bedroom with en-suite shower room/W.C. Twin-bedded room with en-suite bathroom/W.C. and shower cubicle. _<ul><li><em>Elec and full gas CH incl </em></li><li><em>Gas &lsquo;</em>coal<em>-effect&rsquo; fire</em></li><li><em>Auto wm</em></li><li><em>M/wave</em></li><li><em>D/washer</em></li><li><em>Fridge/freezer</em></li><li><em>Private garden and patio with furniture </em></em></li></ul>