Luxury, Family-Friendly Holiday Cottages in North Yorkshire
01. about
Beech Farm is an award-winning complex of eight luxury holiday cottages on the edge of the North York Moors National Park. Our properties blend the charm and character of historic farm buildings with the comforts and conveniences of modern life (high speed wi-fi, smart televisions, dishwashers, Nespresso coffee machines and high thread count Egyptian cotton linen).
Our guests enjoy exclusive access to our array of family-focused on site facilities - indoor heated swimming pool (with built-in spa), indoor playroom/games room kitted out with role-play/crafting area, toy/book library, arcade machine, table football and big screen, farm-themed playground with in-ground trampoline, sauna, table tennis and daily feeding sessions with our selection of animals.
Beech Farm is located in the centre of a picturesque village (with a pub just round the corner), just outside the market town of Pickering in North Yorkshire. Within easy reach are numerous charming towns and villages, beautiful open countryside with superb walking and cycling, fantastic food from Michelin-starred restaurants to the world's best fish and chips, historic country houses, some of the best beaches in the country, and abundant attractions to keep guests of all ages busy and entertained.
02. the cottages
Something for every family
We have eight cottages at Beech Farm - ranging from five bedrooms down to one bedroom. All are furnished to the same discerning standard, blending traditional rustic character with modern conveniences and luxuries.
Families are our focus at Beech Farm and we supply 'proper' wooden cots, high chairs, stair gates, bed guards, baby baths, step stools etc free of charge.
03. our facilities
Keeping you entertained
Our on site facilities are for the sole use of our guests. Our pool building houses a 10m indoor heated pool (with spa) and sauna. For the children, there's a purpose built indoor playroom/games room (role play/crafting area, toy and book library, table football, arcade machine, and big screen), a farm-themed playground with in-ground trampoline, table tennis, mini football pitch, and feeding sessions with our array of ever-popular and friendly animals.
04. the area
Beech Farm is located in the centre of a quiet village (with pub), yet close to countless attractions. Whether you're after scenic countryside rambles or wide sandy beaches, bustling market towns or beautiful tranquil villages, country estates and gardens, or theme and water parks, steam railways or zip-wires through the forest, Beech Farm is blessed to have it all on its doorstep. Below is a sample of what is nearby with further info on our 'To See & Do' page.
05. testimonials
LightPacker253366, May 2024 "A great stay at a great place! This was our second visit this year staying in Fat Hen cottage with our infant son. The cottage is lovely and spotlessly clean. The lovely homemade brownies, milk, tea and coffee provided were really welcome and lovely touches. Our bed was wonderfully comfy and a proper wooden cot provided.
The site itself is perfect, with a swimming pool, indoor playroom and outside playground which all got plenty of use. Plenty of places to visit nearby we revisited NYMR and Castle Howard which is fantastic for children. We’ve found the owners to be very friendly and helpful and they really care for their guests. We wouldn’t hesitate to return and stay again."
Danny A, April 2024: "Perfection. We've been to a few farm stays, and this one was the best we've been by a country mile.
Graham and Kirsty are fantastic hosts and really seem to have thought of everything to ensure our stay was perfect.
Our toddler had the time of his life feeding the animals each day, swimming, playing in the park and playroom, movie night, etc. It was an amazing stay and we can't wait to come back!
SHewat80, April 2024: "Perfect place to stay with a young family. This was our second stay at Beech Farm and it was just as good as we remembered. Tanglewood cottage was a perfect home away from home and our three year old daughter loved the daily animal feeding, pool and play areas. There was also lots to do close by (despite being off season) and we enjoyed trips to Dalby Forest, Piglets Adventure Farm and a couple of local NT properties. We are already planning another visit next year as Graham, Kirsty and the team have put in place such a wonderful set up for young families."
Please note that Beech Farm neither accepts pets nor groups larger than 16 guests. For all FAQs, click here.
As featured in The Times' Great Group Stays in the UK, April 2020