This is Kildale Barn, up in Battersby. It’s on a working farm, so there are sheep and cattle in the fields. The farm is quite remote, you’ve got a two-mile drive from the main road to get here. It’s peaceful.
It’s part of a group of old stone barns that were converted, all set around where an abbey used to be. Ours is one of them. It sleeps four people. Two bedrooms, one bathroom. It’s got a 4 Star rating, which means it’s been done up nicely inside. There’s a wood-burning stove for colder nights.
You’re right in the North York Moors. The footpaths start from the gate, so you can walk straight out. The coast isn’t far. Whitby is about a 30 minute drive. It’s got the harbour, the abbey ruins, and the steam train station for the North Yorkshire Moors Railway.
There are other places like the coastal villages, Staithes and Runswick Bay, within about 40 minutes. For a big day out, National Trust Yorkshire has loads of properties nearby, like Nunnington Hall.
Facilities here: it’s got a washing machine, TV, parking right outside. Bedding and towels are included. There’s a cot and highchair if you need them. You can bring one well-behaved dog.
It’s worth knowing the nearest shop is about three miles away, and the closest pub is six miles. You’ll want to bring supplies.