It might not quite be the end of the summer holidays just yet, but with one week to go, and a reluctance to let go of those incredible family adventures we’ve just shared, many of us are already starting to think about our next autumn break!
Autumn in Yorkshire is truly special – as the leaves turn gold and the nights draw in, it becomes a magical setting for the most incredible autumn staycations. Think crackling log fires, misty moorland walks, hearty pub grub, and pumpkin-spiced lattés whilst ambling along the coastline!
To put you in the mood for your next autumn stay, we’ve rounded up Yorkshire’s cosiest holiday homes, each paired with a nearby seasonal experience that makes this time of year totally unforgettable for you and your loved ones. Let’s take a sneaky peak…
1. Honeysuckle Cottage, Easingwold
A honey-stone bolthole with two cosy bedrooms, traditional exposed beams and a wood-burning stove – perfect for curling up after a country ramble.
Autumn staycation must-do: Wander through Easingwold’s monthly farmers’ market, brimming with local chutneys, cheeses, and autumn vegetables. Then return to your cottage for an autumnal feast!
2. The Brye, York
A chic, rustic barn conversion that blends contemporary comforts with countryside charm – you’ll find this three-bedroom bolthole just a short drive from York’s historic centre.
Autumn staycation must-do: A visit to Piglets Adventure Farm Pumpkin Festival (12th – 31st October). It’s here that little ones (and big ones) can pick their perfect pumpkin, pop it in a wheelbarrow, and then take it back to their holiday cottage to carve up a spooky special edition!
3. The Farmhouse, Near York
Nestled on a beautiful country estate, with stylish, spacious interiors, private gardens, and room for up to eight guests – ideal for special family feasts after windswept autumn outings.
Autumn staycation must-do: An invigorating walk along the River Ouse, followed by a stop off at Betty’s Tearoom in York for a warming gingerbread latte and a Fat Rascal.
4. Caldbergh House, Near Leyburn, Yorkshire Dales
A handsome stone house nestled in the idyllic village of Caldbergh. With sweeping views across rolling fields and moorland, and four charming double bedrooms.
Autumn staycation must-do: A walk to Aysgarth Falls – roaring with autumn rains and framed by fiery foliage. Followed by fish and chips – picked up from Ramsay’s Fish & Chip van and eaten from the paper!
5. Drovers Cottage, Near Ripon, Yorkshire Dales
A secluded four-bedroom cottage retreat surrounded by heather moors and a roaring fire waiting when you return.
Autumn staycation must-do: A visit to The Masham Sheep Fair (last weekend in September) or an autumn stroll around Fountains Abbey to meander amongst golden trees and ancient ruins.
6. Pond View, Grewelthorpe, Yorkshire Dales
Overlooking the tranquil village ducks, Pond View Cottage is straight out of a storybook. It’s a three-bedroom Yorkshire Dales cottage that’s full of charisma and charm.
Autumn staycation must-do: Explore the tranquil Himalayan Garden & Sculpture Park, where Japanese maples blaze crimson and gold throughout the autumn months.
7. Home Farm Cottage, Sandsend, Yorkshire Coast
A dreamy coastal hideaway where you can walk to watch stormy seas and then retreat to a cosy fire.
Autumn staycation must-do: Take a bracing Sandsend beach walk, then treat yourself to Whitby’s famous fish pie at The Magpie Cafe – best enjoyed in the autumn chill.
8. Coast Cowslip Cottage, Sleights, Near Whitby
A snug but stylish, three-bedroom base on the edge of the moors, surrounded by sheep-filled pastures and tranquil woodlands. Perfect for a countryside-meets-coast autumn weekend away.
Autumn staycation must-do: A long autumn walk across the endless horizon of the North York Moors to see the purple heather fading into russet bracken.
9. Herbert Cottage, Near York
Our romantic and picture-perfect two-bedroom cottage, with roses still clinging to the garden walls in early autumn.
Autumn staycation must-do: A heritage steam train ride on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway – winding through golden woodland with steam billowing past your window in a timeless carriage.
10. Rose Cottage, Near Helmsley, North York Moors
A quintessentially cosy North Yorks retreat with a log burner and classic country interiors. Perfect for a family of four or two couples.
Autumn staycation must-do: Pop to Helmsley Walled Garden’s Apple Day on the 21st October for a celebration of orchard harvests with tastings, apple-baked goods and a special mystery apple trail!
