Thornton Le Dale: holiday home owners win national award

Alan and Helen Prole, were named the winners in the holiday let agency, Sykes Holiday Cottage’s, new awards celebrating standout owners after receiving excellent customer feedback.

The pair own Thompson Rigg Barn, near Thornton Le Dale, and have been welcoming customers since March 2019.

Thompson Rigg Barn (Image: City Press)

They converted the barn on their land into a holiday home after originally using it as a log store.

Now, it acts as the perfect countryside escape for holiday makers.

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The home boasts a hot tub, wood burner, and breath-taking views of the surrounding countryside – which is also home to animals including donkeys, turkeys, hens, and a rare breed of sheep. Inside Thompson Rigg Barn (Image: City Press)

Alan Prole said: “When we moved to Thornton Le Dale in Ryedale 10 years ago, we were mesmerised by the stunning landscape and felt compelled to share the area with others.

“The transformation of the barn has had its ups and downs, but we’re so pleased to see couples from across the country enjoying it and look forward to creating an exciting new retreat this year on our land.”

Thompson Rigg Barn's hot tub (Image: City Press)

The view from Thompson Rigg Barn (Image: City Press)

Bev Dumbleton, chief operating officer at Sykes Holiday Cottages, said: “Its owners like the Proles that make Britain’s staycation market the success it is today and their passion for holiday letting has led to some unforgettable breaks for their guests.”

The full list of Sykes Stars for 2023 can be viewed at: https://www.sykescottages.co.uk/sykes-stars.html  

To find out more about Thompson Rigg Barn, visit: https://www.sykescottages.co.uk/cottage/North-York-Moors-Coast-Crosscliff/Thompson-Rigg-Barn-997270.html