North Yorkshire Cottage Holidays is a local family run holiday home management company, based in North Yorkshire. We pride ourselves on show casing beautiful properties across 'Gods own County' allowing our guests to explore the hidden gems of North Yorkshire.

Eighteen Pottergate is truly a remarkable destination. This stunningly renovated cottage is situated just a short stroll from the heart of the vibrant and historic market town of Helmsley, nestled within the North Yorkshire Moors National Park. With meticulous attention to detail, the property comfortably accommodates four guests across two exquisitely appointed bedrooms. The modern kitchen and dining area, designed for seamless interaction, opens onto a charming garden and patio, while a light and inviting lounge featuring a log burner completes the ground floor. The owners have personally overseen the exceptional renovations, achieving a unique and premium finish. Elegantly and tastefully furnished, Eighteen Pottergate serves as the perfect retreat for small families, couples, or friends eager to discover the hidden treasures of North Yorkshire. Ample off-street parking is available, and a spacious garden awaits, ideal for savouring your morning coffee or enjoying a relaxing drink at the end of a busy day.

THE LOCAL AREA Lying in a sheltered corner of Upper Ryedale, on the southern edge of the North York Moors National Park, Helmsley is a prestigious market town with a spacious market square surrounded by houses, hotels and shops. The area is important historically - Helmsley has its own 12th century castle and English Heritage’s Rievaulx Abbey and Castle Howard are close by. Helmsley also boasts an arts centre showing films and plays, and an outdoor swimming pool, which is open during the summer. There is excellent walking on the doorstep - indeed the Cleveland Way starts in Helmsley - and the surrounding North York Moors with their hidden dales and villages are pretty in all seasons. The North Yorkshire Coast is easily accessible to include Scarborough, Whitby, robin hoods bay, Bridlington and Stathes, whilst Pickering and the beginning of the famous steam railway line (North Yorkshire Moors Railway) are a little over 20 minutes' drive. From Helmsley you can explore both The Howardian Hills and the neighbouring North York Moors National Park stretching across the Whitby and the coast. Excellent walking routes are on offer for seasoned ramblers and those looking for a more sedate meander alike. It’s also a perfect place for a cycling holiday with miles upon miles of perfect climbs and descents awaiting your discovery with jaw-dropping views to make the climbs worth the burn! There are many historical attractions nearby including the majestic Castle Howard, the ecclesiastical ruins of Rievaulx Abbey and Byland Abbey and a castle and he National Birds of Prey Centre in Helmsley. Being just 24 miles north of the City of York you are perfectly placed to head into the city, York is a city brimming with history and culture. Take a walk along the castle walls and marvel at the view below, or head to York Minster for some truly jaw dropping architecture and follow that with a wander around the cobbled streets with beautiful architecture to admire and...