Cosy stable conversion between Sheffield & Leeds

About this property

Cosy stable conversion between Sheffield & Leeds is an appealing single-storey escape in Pontefract, West Yorkshire, with parking, an open-plan layout, and secure gardens where dogs can roam while you settle into holiday mode. In a peaceful rural setting, it offers a straightforward, easy base for two, pairing simplicity with the essentials you’ll actually use when you’re away.

Step inside and you’ll find everything arranged for low-fuss days: a bright open-plan living space where the kitchen, dining area, and sitting area flow together. Start the morning with coffee from the coffee maker, perch up at the breakfast bar, and plan the day ahead before sinking back onto the sofa with the TV on in the background. Central heating keeps the space welcoming whatever the weather, while WiFi makes it easy to share plans, photos, or tomorrow’s route. When you return from exploring, the walk-in shower is ideal for rinsing off the day and getting ready for an evening in.

Outside is where this place really comes into its own for dog owners. The secure gardens give you breathing space, and on warmer evenings the barbecue and patio furniture set the scene for lingering suppers as the countryside quietens around you. Fancy something a little different during your break? The owner offers homeopathic treatments and access to an infra-red sauna by appointment, adding an optional touch of wellbeing to your stay.

Pontefract itself is a rewarding market town for an outing, with its castle and museum offering an easy way to fill an afternoon. For animal lovers and big day trips, Doncaster is home to the Yorkshire Wildlife Park, while Leeds and Sheffield are both within driving distance when you’re craving a livelier pace and city-day atmosphere. Whatever your plans, Cosy stable conversion between Sheffield & Leeds makes a handy base in Pontefract, West Yorkshire.

A historic market town settled in West Yorkshire, Pontefract is one of the five towns in the metropolitan borough of the City of Wakefield, making it a brilliant base from which to discover the many wonders of Yorkshire. Previously known as the Key to the North, the town is positioned on an old Roman road, known as the "Roman Ridge", in which you can find a plethora of fantastic amenities. At the centre you can find a wide selection of eateries catering for every taste, from traditional fish and chips, well-known restaurants and independent cafés, there's cuisines of all kinds. On Wednesdays and Saturdays, the town offers delightful markets from which you can gather local produce to create your own delicious dishes, alongside a smaller market being held on Fridays. If you're seeking a day out rich in history and culture, be sure to take a trip to Pontefract Castle, spoke by Shakespeare, enduring three sieges of the Civil War, it's well-worth a visit before heading to the town's museum. Once the town's first library in 1904, the Pontefract Museum is the perfect place to learn about the wonders of the area, from its thriving liquorice production to its impressive Bagley's Glass Room, it’s a fun day out for all of the family. Besides its fame of liquorice, be sure to try out the local delicacy of a Pontefract Cake, before exploring the varying historical landmarks in the area and getting on a train to explore the nearby surrounding excitement. Leeds is the perfect place to visit if you're seeking a day enriched with culture or even for a relaxing day out full of shopping experiences. Venture further afield to discover the beauty of the Yorkshire Dales National Park where you can experience unique ruins, a plethora of rambling routes and scenery like no other. In easy reach of Doncaster, Huddersfield and even Hull for a day at the coast, Pontefract is perfectly positioned for all kinds of adventure.

Accommodation

One double bedroom.

Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.

Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area

Central heating.

Electric oven and hob, fridge, coffee maker.

TV, WiFi.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Parking.

Secure gardens with barbecue and patio furniture.

Two well-behaved dogs welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 2.4 miles, pub 0.4 miles.

Note: Check-in is at 4pm and check-out is at 10am.

Note: The owner lives next door and offers a range of homeopathic treatments and access to an infra-red sauna.

Please contact directly prior to arrival if you wish to make an appointment