Little Orchard Retreats
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- Cosy shepherd’s huts 10 minutes’ drive from Ripon in North Yorkshire
- Fountains Abbey 15 minutes’ drive and Brimham Rocks 20 minutes
- Leafy adults-only site set among woodland; pub half an hour’s walk
Thoughtfully designed, comfortable and adults-only shepherd’s huts are what you’ll find at Little Orchard Retreats, set between Harrogate and Ripon in North Yorkshire. These luxurious little boltholes are surrounded by countryside and pubs (some within walking distance) and close to stunning attractions including UNESCO-listed Fountains Abbey (10 minutes’ drive), as well as the spectacular formations at Brimham Rocks (20 minutes).
And there’s masses to see on the property too: woodlands, wildlife ponds, flower meadows and a Victorian railway bridge can all be discovered on foot from the huts. If you’d care to explore more of the local area, a bridle path runs through the grounds right to the village of Markington (half an hour’s walk) – with a pub along the way for refuelling.
But what of the accommodation? The natty little huts are handcrafted in wood and stylishly laid out inside, with all the basics in a kitchen corner, a breakfast bar and ensuite shower room. Cosy double beds (all linens are provided) and lots of little touches like underfloor heating and a welcome pack of local produce make stays here seem all the more special. Just to round off the experience, barbecues are provided and each hut has its own seating area with woodland views.
Site type
3Open all year
Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.- The site only allows dogs up to 20kg.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Single-sex bookings of 3 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
- If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
- Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
Languages spoken
English
Pitch types & availability
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OfferWoodland shepherd's hut (no pets)
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Features
Dogs allowed
Adults only
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Hot tub Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Adults only Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Forest Leave the car at home Luxury Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal fridge Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearbyType
Tiny (1-10 pitches)Accessibility
Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toiletNearby leisure
Cycling nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearbyLocation
Little Orchard Retreats
Orchard House
Ripon Road
Harrogate
North Yorkshire
England
HG3 3NQ
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.07624°N
1.53612°W
Nearest transport
Coach4.2 mi Bus Station Stand 1
5.5 mi Bus Stn Stand A
5.7 mi Hgte Bus Stn Stand 8
Rail5.4 mi Knaresborough Rail Station
5.5 mi Starbeck Rail Station
5.7 mi Harrogate Rail Station
Ferry
Airport15.2 mi Leeds Bradford International Airport
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Culture abounds in this corner of North Yorkshire. As well as historic Fountains Abbey (15 minutes’ drive) and the water gardens at Studley Royal (20 minutes), there are frequent food festivals or vintage-car rallies at Newby Hall (15 minutes), and guided tours of the ornate mansion designed by Sir Christopher Wren.
The teeny-tiny city of Ripon (10 minutes) has a splendid cathedral with Saxon origins to explore, as well as the fascinating Workshop and Police museums; it also has a decent line in pubs, cafés and restaurants. There’s a full programme of horse racing in summer, and you can take boat trips down Ripon Canal.
Knaresborough (15 minutes) has pleasant walks along the River Nidd and a medieval castle to check out. For trips further afield, there’s a bus stop right outside the site; the regular number 36 shuttles between Ripon and Leeds; on the way it stops off in Ripley (five minutes), where you can find countryside walks, a historic pub and ice-cream parlours, and Harrogate (15 minutes) for handsome Georgian architecture and the 19th-century Turkish Baths complex.
Must see
Fountains Abbey 3.4 mi
RHS Garden Harlow Carr 6.7 mi
Harewood House 12.7 mi
Beningbrough Hall 13.8 mi
Jervaulx Abbey 15.5 mi
National Trust
Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden 3.4 mi
Brimham Rocks 6.1 mi
Beningbrough Hall and Gardens 13.8 mi
Braithwaite Hall 17.2 mi
East Riddlesden Hall 19.8 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
RIPLEY CASTLE 2.9 mi
Ripley - Nidderdale Way - Low Kettle Spring - Bedlam - Ripley 2.9 mi
Studley Royal Park and the ruins of Fountains Abbey 3.2 mi
STUDLEY ROYAL 3.2 mi
NEWBY HALL 3.5 mi
Local events
- Leeds Festival (Thursday, 27 August 2026 – Thursday, 27 August 2026)
Wetherby, West Yorkshire 15.6 mi
- Kettlewell Scarecrow Festival (Saturday, 8 August 2026 – Saturday, 8 August 2026)
Skipton, North Yorkshire 21.4 mi
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
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–Min. stay 6 nights Max. stay 30 nights
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Little Orchard Retreats have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Little Orchard Retreats dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Little Orchard Retreats? Culture abounds in this corner of North Yorkshire. As well as historic Fountains Abbey (15 minutes’ drive) and the water gardens at Studley Royal (20 minutes), there are frequent food festivals or … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Little Orchard Retreats?
Read moreOn-site accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – Anytime Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Little Orchard Retreats? From £200 (for 2 nights, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.