Dobsons House, York

Dobsons House is a spacious four-bedroom country cottage in Low Mill near Kirkbymoorside. This property sits in the North York Moors National Park. Groups of eight will find plenty of space here. Three super-king-size bedrooms give you flexibility. The downstairs bedroom works well for less mobile guests. Three bathrooms including two en-suites mean no morning queues.

Low Mill offers proper countryside peace. The River Dove runs nearby. Front and rear gardens look out over moorland hills. A well-stocked shop sits next door for essentials.

The cottage has three super-king-size bedrooms (one with en-suite shower) and one twin room. A second en-suite features a bath and shower. The family bathroom has both too. The kitchen includes an Everhot range cooker and dishwasher. The sitting room has a log burner and Smart TV. Outside you get a patio with furniture and parking.

Helmsley (11.5 miles, 20 minutes) has independent shops and Duncombe Park. Kirkbymoorside (6.5 miles, 15 minutes) offers market day atmosphere. Pickering (13.5 miles, 25 minutes) hosts the North Yorkshire Moors Railway. Hutton-le-Hole (8 miles, 18 minutes) features the Ryedale Folk Museum.

Dobsons House suits groups wanting proper countryside surroundings with modern comforts. The downstairs bedroom and multiple bathrooms make this practical for mixed-age groups.