North York Moors and Coast - Ref 1293

The tiny village of Lastingham is a quiet haven on the edge of the North York Moors with beautiful countryside all around it The best known building in the village is the Crypt Church of St Mary with its ancient crypt St Cedd founded a monastery in Lastingham in the 7th Century, but it was destroyed by the Danes in the 9th Century Pickering is seven miles away and is home to The Beck Isle Museum, which is housed in a handsome Regency property near the centre of the town Other attractions in the town include The North Yorks Moors Steam Railway With many castles, historic houses, abbeys, churches and other heritage sites, along with the glorious surrounding countryside, this is a tremendous base for a memorable holiday This 18th Century stable conversion is in a secluded corner of Lastingham and has been lovingly restored to a high standard with all the accommodation on the ground floor The sitting area is light and inviting and has an electric log-effect fire, making the room snug and welcoming There is a compact fitted kitchen with a cosy dining area and the spacious double bedroom is well furnished and decorated with an en-suite bathroom, making it a relaxing room at the end of a day’s sightseeing activities Outside, the patio is next to a murmuring stream - a perfect spot to reflect and enjoy the peace This property offers an idyllic retreat for a romantic holiday in this spectacular countryside at any time of year .