4 Schlafzimmer Unterkunft in Thornton Watlass, near Masham

A spacious and welcoming village home perfect for families or friends, Foxes Retreat combines comfort and convenience with a great location—ideal for relaxing escapes, scenic adventures, and exploring the best of rural Yorkshire.. 3 steps to entrance.

Ground Floor:

Living room: Smart TV, Woodburner

Dining room.

Kitchen: Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Coffee Machine, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher

Utility Room: Washing Machine

Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed

Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed

Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet

First Floor:

Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds

Bedroom 4: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet. electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack. Back garden with sitting-out area, garden furniture and barbecue. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. Nestled in the peaceful village of Thornton Watlass, conveniently located between the charming market towns of Masham and Bedale, Foxes Retreat offers a comfortable and well-equipped base for families or groups looking to explore the beauty of the Yorkshire Dales and beyond. The village itself boasts a welcoming local pub serving good food and real ales, as well as a cricket pitch on the green, adding to its traditional Yorkshire charm. The property is also well placed for visiting nearby Crakehall, Middleham, Leyburn, Catterick and Leeming Bar.

This spacious holiday home features four good-sized bedrooms, including two king-sized rooms on the ground floor, and a family bathroom with a shower over the bath. Upstairs, you’ll find two twin bedrooms, one of which benefits from an en-suite shower room. The cosy living room invites you to unwind in front of the wood-burning stove, with a Smart TV for evening entertainment. A well-equipped kitchen and a separate dining room provide all you need for enjoying home-cooked meals. Outside, the enclosed garden with outdoor furniture is the perfect spot for a morning coffee or summer evening drink. And with the welcoming village pub just a stone’s throw away, you’re never far from a warm Yorkshire welcome.

The surrounding area is packed with things to see and do. Masham, just a short drive away, is famous for its quaint market square, local breweries including Theakston and Black Sheep, and regular markets. Bedale and Ripon, both traditional market towns, offer further opportunities for shopping, dining, and discovering local history, while Middleham is home to its historic castle. Local attractions include The Wensleydale Railway, Forbidden Corner, Ripon Cathedral, Fountains Abbey, Aysgarth Falls, Thornborough Henge and the striking rock formations at Brimham Rocks.

For walkers and outdoor enthusiasts, Wensleydale and the Yorkshire Dales National Park are within easy reach, offering spectacular walking routes such as Hackfall Woods, Jervaulx Abbey, or The Druids Temple near Ilton – a fascinating and mysterious folly. The area is popular with walkers, hikers and cyclists, with many local walks and nature reserves to explore. Wildlife lovers will enjoy a visit to the Himalayan Garden & Sculpture Park or Thorp Perrow Arboretum, both close by. Other local activities include golf, horse riding, horse racing, bird-watching, wild swimming and fishing.

Whether you’re exploring heather-clad moors, enjoying picturesque village walks, or sampling local produce in traditional pubs and cafés, Foxes Retreat is the perfect base for discovering the heart of North Yorkshire.

Free WiFi



There are steps within the property.

There are steps to the property.

Suitable for up to 1 pet

Dieses Ferienhaus bietet seinen Gästen Grillmöglichkeiten und einen Garten. Die Rezeption ist rund um die Uhr geöffnet.

Dieses Ferienhaus in Ripon ist eine Nichtraucher-Unterkunft.