Wren

This charming one-bedroom stone cottage is set in an idyllic riverside location in Wensleydale. Nestling within a pretty village complete with a village green and pub, it's the perfect escape for couples looking for a peaceful country retreat.

Immaculately presented, the accommodation in this romantic Yorkshire cottage is all on one level. The open-plan living area is home to the lounge, kitchen and dining area, and features French doors leading out to a quiet and sheltered stone patio. The lounge has a comfy sofa to cosy up on and a living-flame stove to warm your toes by. Curl up here after a day's sightseeing and enjoy a movie with your loved one or pull up a chair by the fire and start that book you've been looking forward to for ages. There's a LCD TV with DVD and Wi-Fi is provided too. 

The kitchen has shaker-style units giving this area a bright and warm appeal. Adding to the cosy and welcoming vibe of this cottage, expect to find some delicious home-baked goodies on your arrival. The kitchen is equipped with a dishwasher and the cupboards are well-stocked with all of the utensils needed to rustle up a romantic dinner for two. The dining area sits next to the kitchen and is a relaxing spot to settle down and eat, whatever the time of day. Guests also have access to a larger freezer, washing machine and dryer if needed. The bedroom comes complete with a cast iron king-size bed and chunky solid oak furniture. Two windows let in streams of light and the crisp cotton bedding is a joy to wake up in each morning. The bathroom sits right next door and houses a  shower cubicle. It's also got underfloor heating and a heated towel rail, always welcome additions. 

Outside, there's a lovely private patio just outside the lounge French doors. With a charming bistro table and chairs provided and the use of a BBQ, it's a heavenly spot for lunch or dinner alfresco in the warmer months. There's also a well-maintained lawn which is the perfect sun trap in the warmer months. And just down the lane within the grounds, there are plenty of places to throw down a rug by the river and enjoy a picnic with a bottle of bubbly or two.

Wren can also be booked along with Kingfisher to accommodate larger groups of up to eight people.

• 1 king-size bedroom
• 1 shower room with WC
• Oven, microwave, fridge, dishwasher
• Fridge with icebox. Access to a larger freezer can be provided if needed.
• Access to washing machine & dryer. £5 per load for washing, £5 per load to dry
• Outside seating area and garden
• Heating and electric included
• Living Flame Fire
• Ample off-road parking
• Smart TV
• Wi-Fi included
• Pub and shop within 2 miles
• Webber BBQ with charcoal provided
• Infants welcome; a travel cot and high chair can be provided on request
• The property can also be booked along with Kingfisher to accommodate larger groups of up to 8 people
• Fridge with icebox
• Underfloor heating in shower room
• Arrival: 16:00 onwards
• Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
• 1 dog allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
• There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £150 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £20. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

The cottage is located in Little Crakehall, just outside the market town of Bedale. It is set in a unique heritage site with a historic working watermill which has featured in various TV programmes and films, including the BBC's Countryfile series. The village itself is very pretty, a large green is overlooked by the manor house and the pub, and there are a cricket ground and a children's park in the centre of the village. The walk to the village green from the cottage is a pleasant 5-minute stroll across the river.

Beyond the village, the handsome town of Bedale is worth a visit. Stop for a coffee before making your way around the town's antique shops. In the opposite direction, you'll find Leyburn (8.5 miles), an archetypical slice of Dales market town life where traditional shops, pubs and cafes all gather around a handsome town square, which hosts a busy market every Friday. Leyburn is also home to the biggest auction centre outside of London if you fancy picking up a bargain. The nearby town of Richmond (9.5 miles) is similar in many ways and has a lovely setting along the River Swale.

There are lots of other pretty villages and stunning natural sights all within close range of the cottage. Aysgarth Falls and Bolton Castle are both within 16 miles and the picturesque villages of West Burton and Askrigg are under 20.5 miles, so lots of choices for things to do if you want to get out and about. If walking is your thing, the Yorkshire Dales are something of a walker's paradise.