Marrying traditional charm with modern upgrades, this 16th century, Grade II listed cottage offers the best of both worlds. With exposed stone walls, wooden beams and travertine tiled floors, it's easy to fall in love with the vintage character, but updates like underfloor heating, DVD player, Nintendo Wii and Bose sound system add some 21st-century touches. Start your morning with tea on the small patio before heading out for the day. When you've had your fill of fun in the sun, unwind with a glass of wine in front of the fire, then prepare a delicious dinner in the sleek kitchen. End the evening with a relaxing soak in the slipper bathtub before nodding off in the cosy bedrooms. This cottage feels like a true home-from-home and it's perfectly placed for exploring. Set within the North York Moors National Park, this area is ripe with trails to roam and paths to cycle, and the village has an excellent pub if you're in the mood for a pint. Plus, the seaside town of Whitby is just a ten-minute drive away – head there for museums, shops, eateries and sandy beaches.