About this property
Lofthouse 1.1 mile. Situated close to the Nidderdale Way in Middlesmoor near Pateley Bridge, North Yorkshire, is this beautiful terraced cottage, Buskar Lodge. This lovely abode is surrounded by countryside within the Yorkshire Dales National Park, offering a family or group of six friends an ideal base for a relaxing break, with a thoughtful interior and contemporary amenities. When you arrive, you'll find off-road parking for two cars to unpack and get settled in. Get acquainted with the fully equipped kitchen/diner with everything you need for home cooking, as well as a washer/dryer, and a table for six guests to toast to your rural retreat. On warmer days, open the patio doors for a breath of fresh Yorkshire air as you settle into an armchair with a good book. In the evening, retreat to the sitting room with a flat-screen TV and two plush sofas. Completing the ground floor is a cloakroom to quickly freshen up after busy days exploring the Dales, whilst upstairs, you'll find the family bathroom with a bath, shower over, and heated towel rail. There are three king-size bedrooms sleeping up to six guests, one with an en-suite shower room, and all with storage space and light colour schemes for a beautiful finish. Middlesmoor is an idyllic base for exploring the Yorkshire Dales with lovely views of the countryside, plenty of walking routes, and with the village of Lofthouse nearby with a local Post Office shop to stock up on the basics. The picturesque town of Pateley Bridge is a short drive away where you can discover local history at the Nidderdale Museum, stop for lunch at Wildings Tea Room and Riverside Terrace and visit The Oldest Sweet Shop in the World, built in 1616. Bring your walking boots to explore the beautiful Nidderdale AONB for yourself or, set in 400 acres of moorland, the National Trust's Brimham Rocks are a popular sight, while the peaceful, formal gardens of Parcevall Hall are sure to please. Spend a day in Ripon where the Victorian Workhouse Museum, the medieval Ripon Cathedral, and Ripon Spa Gardens offer something for everyone. The fascinating ruins of Fountains Abbey sit just on the outskirts with an 18th-century landscape gardens, perfect for picnics. For more adventures, head to Grassington, home to a cobbled market square, the lovely Linton Falls, and a Folk Museum, whilst Malham Cove, Scaleber Force Waterfall, and scenic views from Rylstone Cross are all within reach. The historic town of Harrogate is also worth a visit with traditional pubs, cafes, Valley Gardens Harrogate, and the Royal Pump Room Museum are just some of the sights on offer. Buskar Lodge is perfectly placed for friends and families to call home whilst exploring the Yorkshire Dales.
Lofthouse is idyllically located in Nidderdale, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Lofthouse has a tavern, 'The Crown,' and a general store/post office. The settlement is near Gouthwaite and Leighton Reservoir and Ramsgill. How Stean Gorge is 15 minutes from the village. Ripon's attractions include its 1300 year old cathedral crypt, the Yorkshire Law & Order Museums, a bustling weekly market, an International Music Festival, and Ripon Races. Enjoy riverfront and canal walks or visit Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Garden. Masham's two breweries, glass manufacturing facility, shops, and gallery are well worth a visit. Norton Conyers, Newby Hall & Gardens, and Lightwater Valley Theme Park are nearby. Ideal for touring the Yorkshire Dales, North York Moors, Harrogate, Knaresborough, and York!
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 2 x king-size.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Cloakroom with basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room
Central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, coffee maker, hair dryer.
TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 2 cars.
Pet-friendly.
Rear garden.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 1.1 miles, pub 0.1 miles