Black Hambleton and the Drove Road
A serious 10.3-mile day with 400 metres of ascent, close to five hours, climbing on to Scarth Wood Moor and then following the old Hambleton Drove Road south over the shoulder of Black Hambleton; broad stony tracks for most of it, with wet peat between. Start from Osmotherley village green, where there is a small pay-and-display car park and buses from Northallerton. Cod Beck and the reservoir give water in the first mile but there is almost none after that, sheep range the whole of the drove road, and leads are required on the open moor from 1 March to 31 July for ground-nesting birds.
Clover Cottage
No reviews yetThis rural cottage is located off a steep hill on a working farm close to the North Yorkshire Moors with some of the regions most impressive scenery right on the doorstep. The village of Osmotherley is a pretty village boasting three pubs all of which are within walking distance of the cottage. The village is also the starting point for the picturesque Lyke Wake Walk a 40 mile walk across the moors to the coastal village of Ravenscar making it a great choice for those who enjoy outdoor pursuits. The Cleveland Way National Trail also runs through the village while Wainwright s famous coast to coast walk passes close by. For those looking for more restful activities the area is home to a range of interesting sights and attractions including the town of Helmsley Rievaulx Abbey Mount Grace Priory Lightwater Valley Theme Park and the North Yorkshire Moors Railway The front door of this charming characterful property opens directly into the kitchen/diner well-equipped for all the budding chefs with electric oven and hob washing machine/dryer dishwasher fridge/freezer microwave and TV a great place to enjoy good food and conversation. Head up the steps from the kitchen area into the large inner hallway with a wonderful lounge off to the right with three steps down relax on the sofa cosy up close to the warming wood burner and watch a programme of your choice together in front of the Smart TV. The patio doors lead out onto the paved outside space. Also off the hallway you will find a shower room with shower and WC and a bathroom with bath and WC. Venture up the oak staircase where you will find a pretty double bedroom and a large super- king-or twin size bedroom ( please advise of bed make up on booking). Heading outside to the front of the property is a open large stone patio with charcoal BBQ/fire pit and table and chairs to enjoy the beautiful landscape and al fresco dining. Additional enclosed grassed garden area available which is dog proof. There is ample off-road parking for four cars and secure bicycle store Need to know: 2 Bedrooms 1 double and 1 super king size (zip and link, which can be made up as twin beds). 1 Bathroom and 1 shower room (both downstairs). Electric oven and induction hob, washing machine, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, Tassimo coffee machine and microwave. Smart TVs in the lounge and kitchen. Wood burner(1st basket of logs included). Off road parking for 4 cars. Dog proof enclosed grassed garden area. Dog bed/crate and outdoor kennel available. Charcoal BBQ and fire pit. Storage for bikes. This property is located on a steep hill, in winter weather extra care is required on the road.
Cod Beck Reservoir
A gentle 1.2-mile circuit of a tree-fringed moorland reservoir just north of Osmotherley, on a wide, well-surfaced and largely gated path that suits dogs of all ages - many walk it off lead. Leads go back on where the route touches open moor and the Cleveland Way, as sheep graze right up to the water in places. Free parking at the reservoir and in the village, which has toilets and a shop.
