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The Old Police Terrace

Great Ayton, North Yorkshire
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Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
No Dogs
5 star
Downstairs bathroom
Enclosed garden / patio
Hot tub
Internet access
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Luxury
Romantic
Family friendly
Towels included
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At a glance

  • An immaculate townhouse with sympathetic modern interiors and warming wood burners for cosy evenings in
  • Take a dip in your own private covered hot tub after a rural walk
  • Take to the hills and walk to the top Roseberry Topping or enjoy the range of local shops, restaurants and history on your doorstep
Property code: 85937

Relax in style in this spacious accommodation with a hot tub and luxury touches. It’s a wonderful base in a picture-postcard village for walkers, cyclists and rural enthusiasts wanting a get away from the daily hustle and bustle.

The attractive village of Great Ayton lies on the edge of the North York Moors National Park, at the foot of the Cleveland Hills. Great Ayton is famous for being the boyhood home of Captain Cook where you can now visit The Captain Cook Schoolroom Museum. The village consists of a mixture of pretty stone cottages, two village greens, and a river running alongside, making it a popular picnic spot in the summer months. To the north of the village, the view is dominated by Roseberry Topping, a 330-metre-high hill. There are a good range of shops, restaurants, pubs and takeaways within 500 metres. Around the village are several interesting walks, with Great Ayton making a great base for walkers wishing to explore the stunning countryside.

Open the gate and head down the Victorian-style path into your luxury home from home arranged over three floors. The property has been carefully considered with an array of bespoke, high-quality finishes. Make your way into the lounge/dining area which has been designed with relaxation in mind, with ample seating available for all the family, where you can cosy up in front of the toasty wood burner, as you play a board game with your loved ones or watch a movie on the smart TV. Move through the house to find a contemporary kitchen hosting a range of integrated appliances that will please any budding chef, including a dishwasher, electric hob, oven and microwave. There is also a washing machine for those holiday practicalities. When dinner is ready, savour it at the dining table. When it's time to retire, head up to the first floor to find a beautifully styled king-size bedroom with a feature panelled wall, built-in wardrobes and a smart TV. There’s a bunk room with bespoke bunk beds, and up the next staircase sits a spectacular king-size bedroom boasting bi-folding windows with a Juliette balcony where you can stargaze with the telescope, and enjoy lazy mornings in bed watching a program on the smart TV.

Head outside and sink into the bubbling water of your hot tub, relaxing tired muscles after a long day out exploring the North Yorkshire countryside. There is on-street parking (subject to availability).

  • 3 bedrooms - 2 king-size (one with large bi-folding window and 1 bunk-room
  • 1 bathroom with bath with handheld shower and WC, 1 shower room with shower and WC
  • Electric hob and oven, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, microwave
  • Smart TV in lounge and all bedrooms
  • Wood burner
  • Welcome pack
  • Courtyard with private hot tub
  • On-street parking (subject to availability)
  • For larger groups up to 12, book together with The Old Police Cottage 79273 and The Old Police House 75226
  • Shops, pubs, restaurants and takeaways within walking distance
  • Arrival: 16:30 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £250 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £30. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

The attractive village of Great Ayton has a charming village vibe. With a selection of pubs, restaurants, cafes and tearooms, you could eat out every night if you wanted to. As the village was once home to a young Captain Cook, the Captain Cook Schoolroom Museum is here where you can find out more about his life in the village and surrounding area.

The vibrant little village of Osmotherley, 14 miles away, is well known as a starting point for walkers and cyclists. This gorgeous little place is truly picture postcard. It also offers excellent facilities including a cafe, village stores and a fish and chip shop.

Situated within the beautiful western reaches of the North York Moors, Osmotherley is in close proximity to lush pastures and woodlands. The western moors play host to grand country houses, atmospheric ruins and handsome market towns, and the views from here are simply stunning with walks and cycle routes in every direction. You are right on the famous Cleveland Way and close to many other well-known and picturesque moorland walks.

With a varied landscape of windswept dales, heather-clad moors and dramatic coast, interspersed with picturesque towns and villages, vibrant cities and a rich historical heritage, Yorkshire is rightly considered one of Britain's premier holiday destinations. Known as ‘God’s Own County’, Yorkshire has nearly one-third of England’s national parkland, two Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty and three sections of coastline designated as Heritage Coast.

To the east, the North York Moors National Park offers atmospheric moorland, fragrant pine forests and charming towns tucked away within steep-sloped valleys. Extending all the way to the Yorkshire Coast, you can even experience a traditional day at the seaside at popular resorts including Runswick Bay, Sandsend and Staithes (all within 30 miles). It is a beautiful terrain to explore.

A day trip to Whitby, 27 miles away, is a must while you are here. Probably the most visited and certainly one of the best-loved of Yorkshire’s seaside resorts, it offers excellent restaurants, independent shops and a host of bars and cafes as well as a wealth of history.

The town’s narrow twisting yards evolved over a thousand years ago to provide protection from Viking raiders and to help Whitby’s smugglers evade the government revenue men and tax collectors. They are a unique and much-loved feature of this part of the world and you can discover them on foot.

Straddling the River Esk and dominated by the 13th-century ruins of St Hilda’s Abbey on the East Cliff, Whitby is also known for its crooked cobbled streets and picturesque harbour that have been a magnet for artists and tourists for centuries. Providing the backdrop for some of Lewis Carroll’s work, it was also famously the inspiration for Bram Stoker’s Dracula.

Rupert Spiers

This property is personally managed by Rupert.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 14 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Susan 11th October 2024

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Perfect location, the basket of fizz, crisps etc was a very nice touch. Very clean, beds very comfortable, though the bunk beds are more for children not adults.

Reviewed by molly 20th September 2024

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Reviewed by Julie 6th September 2024

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A lovely stay, the house is beautiful and very tastefully done. Great Ayton is a fabulous village and well worth a stay there. All the restaurants and eateries in the village was spot on and everyone was friendly. Josh and Laura gave us a very welcoming message with everything that you need to know about the house and the area before our arrival. LRead moreovely touch with the goodies...Thank you Josh and Laura. Hide

Reviewed by Judy 9th August 2024

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We had a pleasant stay in Old Police Terrace in Great Ayton. The property is emaculate. It is beautifully clean and a pleasure to stay there. We know Great Ayton very well as we have relatives who live there so this was a perfect base for us.

Reviewed by Sarah 16th June 2024

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A lovely place to stay, very comfortable. The hot tub was a bonus too. Set in a beautiful village.

Reviewed by Claire 31st May 2024

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The cottage is furnished to a lovely, modern standard. The beds are extremely comfortable and the bedroom on the top level is exceptionally beautiful. Walking distance to a nice little village. 40 minutes drive into Whitby. I would stay here again for sure

Reviewed by Lucy 23rd February 2024

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A beautiful and very inviting property. You will not be disappointed! The location is perfect, a short walk to all local amenities. Would book again.

Reviewed by David 13th February 2024

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What a great place to stay, very clean and comfortable. We are a family of 4 and all had plenty of space. The amenities in the house are all of a high quality: WiFi, smart TVs, hot tub and kitchen to name a few. The bedding and towels were all of an excellent quality. The location is quiet and easily accessible. Parking is on the street outside whiRead morech we never had a problem finding a space. The owners were easy to communicate with and very helpful. Hide

Reviewed by R 9th September 2023

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Lovely townhouse and very well equipped and owners very quick to respond if you have any questions. Situated in a great location in Great Ayton with various places to go out and eat.

Reviewed by Pamela 21st July 2023

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Couldn't have asked for a better place to spend our holiday,the interior is first class and the kids really enjoyed the hot tub and the local amenities were excellent.Many thanks.

Reviewed by Craig 7th July 2023

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Our return to Great Ayton didnt disappoint. Similar to The Old Police Cottage, The Old Police Terrace was very well decorated, styled and equipped. It was very comfortable with everything you need, including a lovely hot tub and welcome pack from the owners. Easy access to the village for some really nice pubs/cafes and well placed to explore the fRead moreantastic surrounding areas. Hosts were helpful with any queries Thank you for a lovely holiday. Hide

Reviewed by Juliette 30th June 2023

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Lovely central property, near to some great pubs and restaurants. Beautiful area. Great, well thought out property, completed to a fantastic standard. Owners gave us lots of great information on where to go. Welcome basket a nice touch

Reviewed by Lynne 9th June 2023

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Would highly recommend . Lovely property. Good location.

Reviewed by Kim 6th April 2023

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