Country Diaries

Country Diaries: North Yorkshire

Slow down and start living the country life at this newly-built cottage set deep in rural North Yorkshire on a private gated estate. Surrounded by green paddocks and grazing horses, its setting is postcard-perfect, and things only get better inside. Elegantly styled into a luxurious hideaway, contemporary artwork and statement lighting bring a flare of modernity, while supped-up bathrooms and a bubbly hot tub outside dial up the wow factor.

In summer months, slide back the bi-fold doors and pad out across the Indian sandstone terrace outside to drink up the morning's rays over coffees or enjoy a glass of something bubbly as the sun goes down. The outdoor Sonos speaker will bring the ambience. Meanwhile, winter days are all about cosying up indoors with endless rounds of tea as you soak up the panoramic vistas from the sofa.

With endless green views stretching to the Cleveland Hills, you could feel a million miles from anywhere. But when it’s time to dip your toes into country life, the bucolic towns of Yarm (a four-mile drive) and Darlington (a ten-mile drive) are within easy reach. And even closer, the peaceful village of Aislaby. Or, for a dose of coastal air, Saltburn-by-the-sea (a short drive away) will deliver all the seaside nostalgia you’re chasing.

Home truths:
*There is ample private parking available outside the property
*The keys to the property are accessed via a secure key safe
*You’ll have your own private entrance
*This home is set out over one level with no internal stairs and has wheelchair access
*The private outdoor terrace and hot tub are all yours, but you’ll share the wider lawns with two other neighbouring properties
*Though there isn't a dedicated desk here, the dining table doubles up as a laptop-friendly workspace
*The cottage is in close proximity to Darlington train station and accessible from Teesside airport