Entire home·Private host

Family friendly holiday cottage in the beautiful North Yorkshire countryside.

Nestled in the picturesque village of Great Ayton, The Old Forge offers a tranquil riverside retreat with views across fields. Enjoy walks from the doorstep, explore local cafés and restaurants within walking distance, and unwind in the North York Moors National Park surroundings.

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

Washer
Pet-friendly
Barbecue grill
Fireplace
Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Family friendly holiday cottage in the beautiful North Yorkshire countryside.

Welcome to The Old Forge; our 4* holiday cottage dating back to 1840 and located in the village of Great Ayton in beautiful North Yorkshire.

Enjoying a delightful riverside location with views across fields, The Old Forge offers excellent accommodation with an ideal setting to enjoy tranquil countryside surroundings, the great outdoors, local cafés, pubs and restaurants all within walking distance.

Many walks start from the front door and take in wonderful scenery.

On the edge of the North York Moors National Park, the village was home to Captain Cook and is mentioned in the Domesday Book.

Explore the North Yorkshire coast including Saltburn and Whitby.

In addition to shops, pub, restaurant and take-away all within 100 yards, Great Ayton offers tennis courts, a bowling green, cricket club and football field.

A great place to enjoy a holiday or short break – families, individuals, children, pets all welcome! We hope to see you soon.

(Please note the neighbouring property to The Old Forge has access though our driveway).

Property amenities

Internet

Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Parking on site

Kitchen

Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

2 bathrooms
Shower
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Fireplace
Living room

Entertainment

Games
Smart TV
Video games

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Fenced yard

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Comfort

Heating

Pets

Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Location highlights

In a rural location
In a village

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Located in Middlesbrough, this cottage is in a rural area. Middlesbrough Theatre and Dorman Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Guisborough Priory and Ormesby Hall. Travelling with kids? Consider Rockantics, or check out an event or a game at Prissick Plaza Skate Park.

Visit our Middlesbrough travel guide

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Great Ayton, North Yorkshire

What's nearby

North York Moors National Park - 11 min drive - 11.4 km
Teesside University - 16 min drive - 14.3 km
Riverside Stadium - 16 min drive - 15.8 km
Saltburn Pier - 18 min drive - 21.2 km
Danby Castle - 23 min drive - 24.2 km

Getting around

Great Ayton Station - 17 min walk
Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

‪Brass Monkey Beer Boutique - ‬6 min drive
‪The Voyager - ‬7 min drive
‪The Tannery - ‬3 min walk
‪Brunton Arms - ‬8 min drive
‪The White Swan - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family friendly holiday cottage in the beautiful North Yorkshire countryside. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Family friendly holiday cottage in the beautiful North Yorkshire countryside.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family friendly holiday cottage in the beautiful North Yorkshire countryside.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family friendly holiday cottage in the beautiful North Yorkshire countryside. located?

This family-friendly Middlesbrough cottage is located in a rural location, 1.9 mi (3 km) from Roseberry Topping, and within 6 mi (10 km) of North York Moors National Park and Guisborough Forest. Flatts Lane Woodland Country Park and Stewart Park are also within 6 miles (10 km). Great Ayton Station is 17 minutes by foot.