Willow House, Yorkshire

Willow House is a triple-level holiday home in a small Yorkshire hamlet near Richmond. This spacious yet cosy six-bedroom property sleeps 12 and sits just 3 miles from the Yorkshire Dales. Perfect for large groups who want countryside without isolation. The Angel pub is literally metres away – drunk stumbling distance if you're that way inclined!

Set in beautiful enclosed gardens with a sheltered patio area, you'll have space for outdoor meals and drinks. The surrounding Yorkshire countryside offers stunning landscapes for walking and cycling. Richmond town is just 3 miles away with its Norman castle and cobbled marketplace. Fancy something different? The bizarre Forbidden Corner is worth the 17-mile trip – it's like walking through someone's acid trip, but family-friendly.

The accommodation spans three floors with impressive attention to detail. Ground floor features a bedroom with en-suite wet room. First floor has three bedrooms – one with en-suite wet room, two sharing a family bathroom. The top floor boasts two luxurious master bedrooms – one with walk-in shower, one with free-standing bath. The stylish kitchen/diner has an AGA-style oven, while the adjacent orangery offers garden views.

Explore Castle Bolton (16 miles, 30 mins), Barnard Castle (12 miles, 25 mins), Middleham (15 miles, 30 mins) and Nidderdale AONB (17.5 miles, 35 mins). Each offers historical buildings, walking routes and local pubs.

After exploring, return to Willow House for drinks in the hot tub under the stars. This place ticks all boxes – luxury, space, location and that essential hot tub for evening relaxation. Book it before your in-laws suggest their place instead.