Hark back to a different era with a stay at this charming cottage, nestled within the expansive grounds of a 17th-Century country manor estate - and yet just a forty-minute stroll (or a nine-minute drive) to the centre of York. Don't be fooled by the humble stonework exterior of this cottage - formerly the stable block for the country house. Inside, the space has been expertly reimagined for sleek, modern living. Downstairs, a stylish living area - flooded with natural light thanks to those dual aspect windows - leads onto a smart, high-spec kitchen. Fire up the coffee machine and take morning coffees out onto the charming suntrap terrace. Then head upstairs to kick-start your day in the sparkling bathroom with a rainfall shower. With twenty acres of beautiful gardens and parkland to explore on your doorstep, you won't have far to go when it's time for some fresh air. Keep an eye open for the grand hall at the heart of the estate, once the home of the famous diarist, Lady Mary Wortley Montague. Or amble over to York's medieval city centre for all the must-see sights - the walk across the parklands and riversides is beyond idyllic.