A charming Victorian terraced former estate cottage, nestling in the south west corner of the North York Moors National Park, close to the ruins of Byland Abbey. A relaxing, dog friendly retreat, recently refurbished to offer luxury modern comfort whilst retaining all its original character. Surrounded by enchanting dales, forests and wild moorland, the North York Moors offers something for everyone all year round. Great for walkers, cyclists, romantic getaways or Michelin starred foodie breaks. Built in 1897 , from warm mellow stone, Old Bald Peg provides stylish and characterful modernised accommodation over two floors for up to 4 people. It is situated in a small quiet village, within easy walking distance of two excellent gastro pubs. There are great walks straight from the door. Ideally suited for adults, we also welcome families with children over the age of 12 and up to 2 well behaved dogs by prior arrangement. There is Superfast broadband, usb charging points and central heating throughout. Downstairs is a spacious living room with original pine floor, wood burning stove, 50 inch smart TV (Netflix, Amazon Prime etc available with your own account login) and sound bar, coffee table and two large comfy sofas. The large, well equipped country kitchen has stone flagged floor, Aga plus electric oven and hob, dishwasher, retro fridge, microwave, nespresso machine, toaster and kettle. There is a double Belfast sink and granite worktops plus everything you could need to prepare and serve a delicious meal. An old church pew and farmhouse chairs around the antique dining table is the perfect place to sit and enjoy your meals or plan your trips out with the help of the full North York Moors wall map. The garden room is open plan from the kitchen and leads to the courtyard garden. It has another comfy sofa where you can relax with a cup of tea or a locally brewed beer after a day exploring. In the courtyard is the laundry room, which houses the central heating boiler, an old Belfast sink, washing machine, tumble dryer and freezer. There’s also a pulley airer for drying wet outdoor gear. A further small outhouse houses outdoor table and chairs, recycling boxes and a tap with hose for cleaning muddy boots and dogs outside (dog towels provided). A small barbecue is available on request in the warmer months. Upstairs is the large master bedroom with two windows overlooking the village, a fabulously comfortable super king size bed, big Dutch wardrobe, chest of drawers, bedside chests, blanket box, smart tv and armchair. A second, smaller bedroom has two single beds that can be joined together to form a super king size on request, wardrobe, chest of drawers and bedside tables. It has lovely views up the dale. Hairdryers in both bedrooms. All the bed linen is 100% 300TC Egyptian cotton. Guests have a choice of pillows and spare blankets , hot water bottles and fan are available if required. The newly fitted luxury shower room has large walk in Grohe shower with rainfall head and separate hand held attachment, washbasin with vanity unit below, wall hung WC, heated towel rail and underfloor heating. Top hotel quality fluffy bath sheets, hand towels, face cloths, bath mat and bath robes are provided as well as complementary Scottish Fine Soaps toiletries and slippers for guests to use. Old Bald Peg offers a comfortable base from which to explore this beautiful area at any time of year. We welcome up to 2 well behaved dogs by prior arrangement, but sorry, no children under 12.