Golden Duck

Golden Duck: North Yorkshire

If you're a cricket fan, set your sights on this studio penthouse. With exposed brick, sleek furniture, and a great location, this home is every bit as stylish as it is convenient.

Wake up to the beautiful sight of Yorkshire's first-class cricket ground, with the rolling hills out in the distance. Scarborough is a great base for exploring Yorkshire, with Staithes, Whitby, Robin Hood’s Bay and Filey all within an hour's drive. But you certainly don't have to go that far for a taste of Yorkshire life. Scarborough is bursting with seaside charm and you're a ten-minute walk from the heart of the town, teeming with ice cream parlous, retro arcades, fish and chip shops, and of course, traditional pubs.

When your feet can no longer carry you, your cosy bolthole awaits. Warm and welcoming, you'll feel right at home. Kick your feet up and stick the TV on before whipping something up in the well-equipped kitchen. Or, head out to one of the area's many restaurants – you're just a three-minute walk to the closest one.

Home truths:
*This home is on the third floor, with five flights of stairs leading up to the front door, with no lift
*The entrance to this home is shared with the building's other residents
*There's a screen that separates the bedroom from the living space
*The home overlooks the Scarborough cricket club
*This home is in a central spot, so noise is to be expected – light sleepers may want to pack earplugs
*Though there isn't a dedicated desk here, the dining table doubles up as a laptop-friendly workspace