The Cook’s Cottage

About this property

The Cook’s Cottage is a charming cottage resting near Malton, North Yorkshire, offering off-road parking, an enclosed garden, and a characterful sitting room with a woodburning stove. Well-suited to couples seeking a countryside break, this single-bedroom retreat provides a well-balanced base for both time spent indoors and days exploring the surrounding area. Arrive and step inside, where the welcoming sitting room centres around the woodburning stove, creating a natural gathering point after a day out. Whether you settle in with a film on the Smart TV or simply enjoy the glow from the fire, this space lends itself to slow evenings and easy conversation.

The kitchen is set apart, offering everything needed for preparing meals at your own pace, with space to plan the day ahead over breakfast or wind down after returning from an outing. The double bedroom offers a calm place to settle at the end of the day, positioned close to the bathroom, which features a bath with a shower over, allowing you to choose between a long soak or a quick refresh. Outside, the enclosed garden creates an extension of the living space, with furniture arranged for sitting out, enjoying the fresh air, or spending quiet moments together. A nearby pub and shop provide everyday convenience, while the wider area opens up a variety of experiences.

Malton, known for its food heritage, invites you to explore its independent shops, visit Malton Museum, and wander through the Talbot Yard Food Court. Head to Pickering to discover Pickering Castle, the North Yorkshire Moors Railway, and Beck Isle Museum, offering a glimpse into local history. For a change of scenery, Helmsley offers walks through the grounds of Rievaulx Abbey, the historic Helmsley Castle, and the National Centre for Birds of Prey. With so much to discover, The Cook’s Cottage makes an appealing base for a North Yorkshire escape.

The market town of Malton has been the historic centre of Ryedale since Roman times, and has many interesting buildings including the old Corn Exchange and Assembly Rooms. A weekly general market is still held in the town, as well as livestock and farmers’ markets. The Yorkshire Moors are to the north, and the Yorkshire Wolds are to the south, making it excellent countryside for walkers and cyclists. The impressive coastline is just 24 miles away, whilst the historic city of York is an 18 mile journey. A perfect base for touring the attractions of North Yorkshire.

Accommodation

One double bedroom.

Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, and WC.

Kitchen.

Sitting room with woodburning stove

Central heating.

Oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, kettle, toaster.

Smart TV, WiFi.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Off-road parking for one car.

Enclosed garden with furniture and bike storage.

Sorry, no pets and no smoking.

Shop 0.6 miles; pub 0.1 miles, river 1.1 miles.

Note: Good housekeeping bond of £100.

Note: Property not suitable for children