Stone Head House - Just off the Pennine Way, this small, beautiful manor house was built in 1596 and is rich in original character and traditional charm. Today, it offers free Wi-Fi and lovely rooms. In the small valley of Stone Head, near Lothersdale and Cowling in North Yorkshire, Stone Head House once served as a working farm. There are only a handful of properties in the hidden valley, all of similar age. The beautiful original building has been carefully preserved and sensitively refurbished. With flagstone floors downstairs and a huge inglenook fireplace in the dining hall, the guest house provides charming bed and breakfast accommodation at very reasonable rates. Small and intimate, the guest house offers friendly, personal service. All of the rooms have tea/coffee making facilities. Breakfast is cooked on the traditional Aga stove in the quaint farmhouse kitchen. A varied breakfast menu is available, including fresh-baked bread, full English breakfasts, smoked Alaskan salmon and oak-smoked kippers from Whitby.

Elmfield Country House - Situated in the heart of Wensleydale, this 4-star family-run guest house provides the perfect base from which to explore the beautiful surroundings of the North Yorkshire Dales. Based in Arrathorne, adjacent to James Herriot Country and the beautiful Yorkshire Dales National Park, Elmfield House is situated between Middleham, the horse racing centre of Yorkshire; the bustling market towns of Leyburn, Bedale, Richmond and Thirsk; and Masham, the beer brewing capital of Yorkshire. Wind down in the evening with a drink from the selection of wines and beers, or take a walk to the lake and woodland to see the wildlife and immerse yourself in the tranquillity that is the hallmark of staying here. You can say hello to the friendly horses, sheep and hens on the way.

Alvera Court - Colin and Brenda Grant offer a warm Scottish welcome to holiday visitors and conference delegates to our attractive, friendly and comfortable totally non-smoking home. We are small, privately owned and run by ourselves, offering twelve individually decorated bedrooms. Visit Britain Four Star guest accomodation, centrally located opposite the International Conference Centre, with a short stroll to the town centre, the bus and train stations. We are a town house with stairs to all levels. Sorry we do not have a ground floor bedroom. We have our own private car park next to the hotel, and look forward to offering you the facilities you expect, but with a homely and friendly atmosphere. Access at all times once checked in. We do not serve dinner now as there are more than seventy restaurants a five minute walk from us into town. There is a trouser press, iron and ironing board available.

Queensland Guest House - On Whitby's popular West Cliff, the Queensland Bed & Breakfast enjoys fantastic views over the beautiful Royal Gardens and out to sea. Queensland B&B offers a range of quality room options, including four-poster rooms with luxury body-massage shower towers. All superior rooms include flat-screen TV with built-in DVD player. Free on-street parking is available outside Queensland Guest House.

The Wheeldale - Located on the western cliff of Whitby, with a premier sea view, this award-winning accommodation offers a freshly cooked breakfast and a self-service bar. The Wheeldale was the winner of the Accommodation of the Year award at the Whitby Hospitality Association awards in November 2008. Most of the rooms are large and modern with an en suite, and a few smaller rooms are available. Four rooms have a stunning sea view, and the whole of the hotel is non-smoking. Crossing the road, you can walk straight down onto the beach for fresh sea air and brisk walks.

Mansion House - A Silver Award winner, the beautifully restored Mansion House is superbly placed on Scarborough's lovely Esplanade, with stunning sea and harbour views, friendly staff, free Wi-Fi and free parking. The 200-year-old Mansion House has fresh flowers, antiques and very clean rooms with digital flat-screen TVs, DVD players and newly installed en suite facilities. With a Silver Award from Visit Britain, Mansion House is located above Scarborough Spa Complex and opposite the Italian Gardens. The beach and the Cliff Lift are across the road, and the harbour and town centre are within easy walking distance.

George and Dragon Inn - This charming hotel has been created by combining the original 17th Century Coaching Inn with the adjoining rectory and corn mill in the sleepy market town of Kirkbymoorside. Ideally situated on the A170 between Helmsley and Pickering, in the heart of the North Yorkshire Moors National Park, the George and Dragon Hotel is a very special place. Rich in history, heritage and beauty, a sympathetic refurbishment has made the bar, bistro and restaurant areas stylish, welcoming and comfortable; the perfect place to meet, relax, unwind, eat and drink. The George and Dragon is also a pub serving traditional pub food and real ales; a bistro and a fine dining restaurant where the skills of the 3 chefs are shown to their full. A passion for wines has resulted in a vast selection of carefully chosen and fairly priced bins.

Burton Villa Guest House - An 8-minute stroll from York's historic city centre, this small, family-run guest house has en suite rooms with free Wi-Fi and LCD TVs with DVD and Freeview. Personally run by the owners, Burton Villa Guest House is set within a beautiful Victorian townhouse in a residential area overlooking Clarence Gardens. Expect a comfortable bed, quality breakfast and good service.

Hillcrest Guest House - Set within an elegant Victorian town house built in 1870, this 3-star guest house presents itself as the ideal base for you to explore the historic city of York. Just 10 minutes walk away from the city centre and York Racecourse, Hillcrest boasts a beautiful position - backing onto the beautifully landscaped Rowntree Park, consisting of formal gardens and a lake. Beyond is the River Ouse and the delightful riverside walk into town. Privately-owned and run, you can be assured of a friendly welcome on arrival before you venture out into the city to explore the nearby attractions, such as York Minster, the Railway Museum, the Theatre Royal and much more.

The Europa Guesthouse - On the West Cliff in Whitby, this tastefully decorated Victorian guesthouse offers homely en suite rooms and a freshly prepared breakfast, made using locally sourced produce wherever possible. Just a few minutes' walk from the seafront and only 5 minutes from the centre of this lovely unspoilt old town, The Europa prides itself on offering a high standard of accommodation and a good breakfast. Breakfasts are cooked to order and guests can also sample Fortune's famous award-winning kippers, purchased directly from Whitby's smokery. All rooms are en suite and feature a TV, hairdryer, radio alarm clock and hospitality tray. With charming accommodation and a wonderful location, The Europa is great for a peaceful, relaxing break in Whitby.