Lapwing Lodge Woodlands Collection

Nestled beside the private woodland of a 60-acre estate, this eye-catching log cabin will thrill the whole family whatever the weather. Close-by there’s a children’s play area and public footpaths to Pickering and Thornton Dale – each within 1.5 miles – while the local farm shop and café serve up a taste of Yorkshire life.

Head into the National Park and at Dalby Forest (5 miles) you’ll find hiking and biking trails plus a Go Ape high-rope course. At a similar distance, Flamingo Land theme park and zoo offers further fun for all ages.

Fancy a day at the seaside? Hop on a heritage railway train from Pickering and at Grosmont station you can connect to the Esk Valley Line for a fuss-free journey to Whitby (21 miles).

Visit the medieval walled city of York (26 miles) and enjoy perusing the many independent shops, eateries and museums on offer. Scandi-style comes with a typically warm Yorkshire welcome at this characterful log cabin.

Parking right outside makes light work of the unpacking; before you walk beneath the covered porchway and into a heated boot room. Take the door on the left and the open-plan living space has a comfortable corner sofa and large Smart TV on the wall above an on-trend flame-effect electric heater.

Beyond, a dining suite sits close to the contemporary kitchen. The kitchen has all the essentials needed for a fuss-free self-catering stay, including a wine cooler, dishwasher and washer/dryer, plus additional bar-style seating.

When it’s time for bed, stairs lead from one corner of the lounge to the sanctuary-like rooms, each with Hypnos mattresses and thoughtful finishing touches. Choose the master bedroom and you’ll have a king-size bed, walk-through dressing area and your own TV.