The 'most beautiful' village under 2 hours from Manchester is a secret from tourists

Wharfedale, as charming as it is, tends to become rather congested during the summer months. However, there's a quaintly-named village, slightly off the beaten track that remains a bit quieter.

The narrow and winding two-mile road from Burnsall to Appletreewick doesn't lead anywhere else. Appletreewick isn't a place you pass through unless by intention or fortunate mishap.

As such, it doesn't experience the same hustle and bustle as Burnsall during peak season.

In an era where nearly everyone owns a car and a smartphone, no place in the Yorkshire Dales is truly hidden. And visitors have good reason to look up Appletreewick online.

It's a quintessential Dales village with old stone houses overlooking the wide, green Wharfedale. Notable buildings include the intriguingly named 15th-century Mock Beggar Hall and High Hall, a Tudor mansion, reports Yorkshire Live.

The entirety of High Hall, which exudes nobility both inside and out, is available for holiday rentals if you fancy playing pretend as a 16th-century noble family for a week. Who wouldn't?

Those with more modest budgets may prefer to stay in one of Appletreewick's holiday cottages or campsites.

It's further from the Wharfe than say Grassington or Burnsall, so if you're keen on a dip, you'll need to be prepared. If it's too cold or you simply can't be bothered, Appletreewick boasts two pubs - the New Inn and the Craven Arms - which are open all year round.

Richard, a local from the historic Craven Arms, raved about the charm of his village: "It's a very historic village and one of the most beautiful villages in the Dales."

He went on to describe how the slightly off-the-beaten-track location contributes to its character, "It's a smaller road to get here so it's a