Boutique 39 is set in the impossibly pretty village of East Witton in Wensleydale where two rows of chocolate box cottages line a large and pleasant village green. The village is framed on its southern side by the imposing Witton Fell and to the north far reaching views of Lower Wensleydale, undoubtedly some of the most breath-taking scenery in the Dales. It is also home to the award winning Blue Lion Inn, a renowned Yorkshire gastro pub serving up the very best local produce.

Just a few miles along the road takes you to Middleham, another of Yorkshire’s loveliest villages. Famous for its castle (once home to Richard III) it’s also home to several race-horse trainers; you will see and hear the horses being lead through the village up to the gallops every day. And to top it off there is a lovely collection of pubs, cafes, restaurants and shops. We love it so much it features in our Top 10 Prettiest Yorkshire Villages – the perfect location for a holiday cottage!

Middleham features a charming tearoom if you fancy a treat at elevenses, and for dinner you can opt for pub grub at the Richard III traditional pub or perhaps some Italian food at the renowned White Swan. You can order a take-out pizza from here too. There’s also a village store and a couple of bric-a-brac shops to mooch around. Just a few miles out of the village is the fantastic attraction The Forbidden Corner. Regularly voted the best family attraction in Yorkshire, it’s also well worth a look even if there are no children in your party.

Just North of Middleham you’ll find the charming market town of Leyburn. Leyburn is an archetypical slice of Dales market town life. You’ll find traditional shops, pubs and cafes all gathered around the handsome town square, which hosts a busy market every Friday. Leyburn is also home to Tennants, the biggest auction centre outside of London if you fancy picking up a bargain. The nearby historic town of Richmond is similar in many ways, and has a lovely setting along the River Swale.

There are lots of other pretty villages and stunning natural sights all within close range of Boutique 39. Aysgarth Falls and Bolton Castle are just a few miles away and the gorgeous villages of West Burton and Askrigg are within easy driving distance, so lots of choice for things to do if you want to get out and about. If walking is your thing, the Yorkshire Dales are something of a walker’s paradise and you can strike out from the doorstep here without going near the car. And there are plenty of options for cycling too in Tour De France country.