A cosy shepherd's hut for 2 surrounded by wildlife near Harrogate. Soak in their woodburning hot tub too.
THIS PROPERTY IS EXTREMELY POPULAR, ESPECIALLY ON WEEKENDS. PLEASE SEE THE CALENDAR BEFORE ENQUIRING.
The shepherd's hut sleeps two and is situated within its own woodland in a 5-acre field. It offers a unique experience to really get away from it all, the perfect romantic retreat. The whole experience of staying here is enhanced if you choose to take a soak in the woodburning hot tub!
Your only visitors will the wildlife in the area including deer, rabbits, pheasants, squirrels, weasels, bats, red kites, buzzards, curlew and lapwings. You may be greeted when you enter and leave the site by the very inquisitive alpacas and hill racing chickens.
The hut is off-grid. It is insulated with sheep's wool and has double glazing so can be used all year round. A wood-burning stove provides heat and can boil a kettle or be cooked upon.
The double bed has a proper fully sprung mattress topped with an alpaca duvet (the fleece provided by their own alpacas) and pillows with luxurious cotton bedding. A good nights sleep is imperative for a truly relaxing holiday.
The loo and basin are nearby and you have the option of showering inside the owner's home or experience the wonderful freedom of an outdoor shower.
There is a fire pit adjacent to the hut, a BBQ and seating area. All cooking equipment is provided and there is a plentiful supply of logs. A session in the hot tub is an additional £20. Allow time for it to heat and keep stoking the fire - a great way to relax in the evening.
Equidistant between Ripon to the north and Harrogate to the south there are many wonderful attractions nearby. There is a regular bus that serves the village which runs from Ripon to Leeds via Harrogate. If you're really keeping your carbon footprint down you can even get to the hamlet by bus. Come and enjoy the beautiful countryside of North Yorkshire.
Price from £100 / night year round for up to 2 people, with a minimum 2-night stay. For a weekly stay, the price is £585. A remote DVD/CD player can be used if charged in advance.
The owner apologises but it's NOT POSSIBLE TO ACCEPT PETS OR CHILDREN and Shepherd's Delight is non-smoking. One of the most popular Shepherds Huts on QuirkyAccom.com.
Gift Vouchers offered for any amount - part or whole stays, including hot tub and bottle of bubbly on arrival.
Room Types
Double
Nearest Airport/s
Leeds/Bradford