North Yorkshire's Best Self-Catering Stays
There's so much to explore in North Yorkshire
Hewn Yorkshire
In brief: An adults-only escape in beautiful cabins hidden in an historic quarry.
Insider guide: On the border of County Durham and North Yorkshire, Hewn Yorkshire offers two distinct choices in which to rest your head after a day of exploring the surrounding area. Whether you stay in a cabin in The Quarry or The Foxwood (reopening 1st June), all come complete with a fire pit with barbecue grill and a private Finnish wood-fired hot tub. To complete your relaxing stay, head to The Sauna and sundeck, or take a stroll in The Meadow.
Forcett Grange, Richmond DL11 7SQ
01325 605003
hewnyorkshire.co.uk
Bousdale Farm
In brief: A cute cottage sleeping six in the foothills of Roseberry Topping.
Insider guide: Converted from Victorian stables, this family- and dog-friendly cottage is on the very edge of the North Yorkshire Moors National Park. Well equipped and sleeping six, with two bathrooms and a spacious lounge with log burner and garden, it is the perfect base for exploring this stunning corner of North Yorkshire.
Pinchinthorpe, Guisborough TS14 8HF
01287 633459
bousdalefarm.co.uk
Catgill Farm
In brief: Luxury timber pods and bell tents in the heart of Bolton Abbey.
Insider guide: The 10 timber pods (sleeping six) and two bell tents (sleeping four) are all different. The Super Premium come with a private hot tub, fire pit and their own stargazing pod while the Around The World Pods, Alpine, Moroccan and Safari have immersive themed interiors. The beautifully furnished bell tents have a private patio, hot tub and fire pit, and all share the same unbeatable view across the Wharfe Valley.
Bolton Abbey BD23 6HA
01756 710247
catgillfarm.co.uk
Skeldale House
In brief: A beautifully restored, luxury retreat in the heart of Askrigg.
Insider guide: The perfect base from which to explore the real-life village behind the beloved All Creatures Great and Small (with footpaths, waterfalls, and cycling routes just a stone’s throw away), guests at Skeldale House stay in studio suites blending 1950s charm with modern comfort, fully-equipped kitchens and roll-top baths. The Herriot Suite has a beautiful double aspect view over the pretty village. During your stay, take a peek inside the ‘Surgery Room’ with its original veterinary paraphernalia, photos of James Herriot and scenes of filming in the village. Celebrating with a large group? You can book the whole house.
Main Street, Askrigg, Leyburn DL8 3HG
07866 612309
skeldalehouse.co.uk
SeaKing Helicopter Glamping
In brief: The only place in the UK to offer glamping in SeaKing Rescue Helicopters.
Insider guide: For a totally unique and memorable break, these three helicopters, which include one which was flown by Prince William on an active rescue mission, feature a decked area, barbecue and boardgames to keep you entertained. The Pilot has full flight controls and instruments, and in The Winchman you can imagine winching up survivors.
Pinewood Park, Racecourse Road, Scarborough YO12 5TG
helicopterglamping.co.uk
Rest + Wild
In brief: Beautiful off-grid cabins high on a hill overlooking the Wensleydale Valley.
Insider guide: Tucked away in a quiet pine forest, truly remote with no Wi-Fi, the cabins are secluded yet have far-reaching views which can be enjoyed from the perfectly positioned bedrooms or the outdoor copper bathtub. King-sized beds, rainfall showers, and private decking with a fire pit means guests have everything they need for a self-catering stay with a focus on nature. Whether you want to have a go at campfire cooking or brave cold water therapy, this is the perfect place.
Moorcote Farm, Ellingstring HG4 4PL
01769 571155
restandwild.co
Bolton Abbey Escapes
In brief: A selection of luxurious cottages on the Bolton Abbey Estate.
Insider guide: These carefully renovated cottages, for up to eight guests, promise the perfect staycation for groups of friends or families seeking the beauty of a stay within Yorkshire’s rolling countryside. We love Stank House Farm, complete with its own hot tub. There’s direct access to the surrounding landscape and plenty of space to stretch your legs, but to truly relax all guests have complimentary access to The Devonshire Spa, including the state-of-the-art vitality pool.
01756 718111
boltonabbeyescapes.co.uk
Plum Cottage
In brief: A dog-friendly, two-bedroom cottage in the Nidderdale countryside.
Insider guide: With easy access to the surrounding countryside, a private outdoor bath, and your own picnic spot beside the local stream, fire up the barbecue at Plum Cottage and enjoy the stunning views of the surrounding countryside. There are walking trails straight from the cottage, and after a day exploring nearby How Stean Gorge and the beauty of the Yorkshire Dales, you can warm up inside by the log burner in this charming and traditional stone cottage.
Lofthouse, Harrogate
happysheepcottages.co.uk
The Box BNB
In brief: Three boutique glamping-style shipping containers on a working farm.
Insider guide: Choose from the Pig, Rabbit or Duck box, or larger groups can spread across all three of these cosy cabins. Each has been designed for year-round use with log-burners in the lounges and raised decking with a barbecue. But with the food capital of Yorkshire on your doorstep, there’s plenty of reasons to head out and explore too.
Malton YO17 6UH
theboxbnb.co.uk
Number One Church House
In brief: A quirky holiday home moments away from Scarborough beach.
Insider guide: With William Morris wallpapers, Feather & Black beds and stunning furniture, Number One Church House is a luxurious home-from-home by the sea. Each room pays homage to a Scarborough icon – Victorian painter, draughtsman, and sculptor Lord Leighton, award-winning actor Charles Laughton and poet and critic Edith Sitwell. Sleeping up to six guests, with three bathrooms, it’s a perfect dog-friendly base to explore this stretch of the coast.
Scarborough
churchhousescarborough.co.uk
Hutton Wandesley Estate
In brief: A beautiful family-run estate situated in 3,000 acres of stunning countryside in the Vale of York.
Insider guide: Marston Lodge Farm has three beautiful properties, all with private gardens and hot tubs. These can be taken individually or as one large group booking for 28 guests. Nestled in idyllic countryside just seven miles from York, this is the perfect base from which to explore Yorkshire. Hutton Wandesley Stables & Walled Garden offers 11 ensuite bedrooms in a beautiful converted Victorian stable block with large open-plan entertainment areas. A stunning private two-and-a-half-acre walled garden is also available exclusively to guests.
Healaugh Lane, Long Marston, York YO26 7NQ
07789 861710
huttonwandesleystables.co.uk
The Priory Barn & Cottages
In brief: Homely cottages on an historic estate.
Insider guide: These two- and three-bedroomed cottages, near the former site of the old priory of Syningthwaite, have been individually designed and promise a relaxing countryside escape – but not too far from nearby towns and attractions. The cottages surround a tranquil courtyard, the perfect place in which to relax on warm evenings, and the cottages each have a patio area with a barbecue for dining al fresco. For larger gatherings, Priory Barn & Cottages can be booked exclusively.
Featherbed Lane, Wighill Park LS24 8BL
01937 833900
priorycottages.co.uk
The Engine Shed
In brief: Unique holiday apartments in Whitby for train buffs.
Insider guide: The Engine Shed is a lovingly-restored building which has been transformed into unique holiday apartments. Their interior designs reflect the famous train or train-themed event they’re named after, and guests can watch the North Yorkshire Moors Railway steam trains from their terrace. We love Evening Star with views of the station, steam railway and famous abbey from two aspects.
Waterstead Lane, Whitby YO21 1AE
whitbyengineshed.net
Sag Harbor
In brief: A dog-friendly, three-bedroom cottage near the beach at Sandsend.
Insider guide: The stylish first-floor living, kitchen and dining space looks out over surrounding woodland while the bedrooms and bathrooms are on the ground floor. There’s a pretty terrace to the front and the property, nestled among woodland on the Saltmoore Estate, is within easy walking distance of the sandy beach and village. The two neighbouring cottages can also be booked for larger parties of up to 18 guests.
Sandsend
sandsendretreats.com
