Romantic Shepherds Retreat

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Shepherd's hut (added by manager 27 Apr 2023)

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  • Luxurious adults-only shepherd’s hut a 20-minute drive from Harrogate
  • Ripley Castle 10 minutes’ drive; Studley Royal Park 25 minutes
  • Fully equipped kitchen; logburner and smart TV; hot tub
Want to treat your other half to an intimate break in North Yorkshire? On the eastern fringes of the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is an adults-only site that should help you score significant points in the relationship department. Romantic Shepherds Retreat, a 20-minute drive from Harrogate, consists of a well-equipped shepherd’s hut with far-reaching views over the dales. This luxurious retreat has ‘cosy stay’ written all over it – and that’s regardless of whether your idea of ‘cosy’ is curling up with a book by the logburning stove, snuggling up in front of your favourite Netflix series (there’s a smart TV in the lounge, plus a TV with DVD player in the bedroom) or having a relaxing soak in the hot tub while gazing up at the night sky. The kitchen (with a classic Belfast sink) comes with fridge freezer, cooker with oven, kettle and toaster, plus most imaginable utensils; there’s also a patio area with a barbecue for alfresco dining. Need supplies? The nearest shops are in Summerbridge or Low Laithe (five minutes’ drive). Lazing on the garden swing taking in the views is all very well, but the surrounding countryside is quite spectacular and deserves being explored. Head to Brimham Rocks (10 minutes) for a hike in a moorland dotted with unusual rock formations; or make your way to Fewston Reservoir (15 minutes) for woodland walks. The site owners will be happy to supply a rucksack, picnic rug and flask for your hikes (they also provide a welcome bag of logs, linen and towels, plus fluffy bathrobes and slippers). Please note there is no electric car charging point on site.

Campground type

Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 1

Languages spoken

English

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Features

No dogs allowed

Adults only

Leisure on park

Bar or club house

Cycle hire

Evening entertainment

Fishing

Fitness centre

Hot tub

Indoor swimming pool

Kids' club

On-site restaurant/cafe

Outdoor swimming pool

Playground

Recreation room/arcade

TV room

Takeout

Tennis

Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available

Car parking by site/unit

Composting toilet

Disabled facilities

Dog park

Drying room

Free wifi

Grocery store

Ice pack freezing

Internet access

Laundromat

Parent & baby washroom

Payphone

Pick-up from public transport

Portable toilet

Pub toilets

Restrooms

Shower available

Washing-up area

Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly

Motorcycle friendly

Single-sex groups welcome

Student groups welcome

Rules

Adults only

Barbecue grills allowed

Barbecue provided

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

No dogs allowed

Themes

Hikers’ paradise

Luxury

Peaceful

Spectacular scenery

Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities

Dump station

Electric car charging point(s)

Propane/gas cylinders available

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Dog walk nearby

Public transportation nearby

Type

Tiny (1-10 sites)

Location

Romantic Shepherds Retreat

Westfield Farm

Summerbridge

Harrogate

North Yorkshire

England

HG3 4JT

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

54.04005°N
-1.66324°W

Nearest transport

Bus
6 mi Hgte Bus Stn Stand 8
8.3 mi Bus Stn Stand A
8.8 mi Bus Station Stand 1
Rail
6.1 mi Harrogate Rail Station
6.9 mi Hornbeam Park Rail Station
7.2 mi Starbeck Rail Station
Airport
11.8 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

Guided tours of the 14th-century Ripley Castle (10 minutes) take in the library and the Knights’ Chamber, but the highlight of this manor house is its expansive deer park. In addition to fallow deer, you might spot rabbits and woodpeckers as you stroll through the grounds. If the on-site hot tub has whetted your appetite for all things spa-ish, you can crank it up a notch in Harrogate, home of the elegant Turkish Baths. Dating from the late Victorian era, this complex is decorated in Moorish style, with mosaic floors, painted ceilings and Islamic arches. A UNESCO World Heritage site, Studley Royal Park (25 minutes) is a water garden spreading around the remains of the 12th-century Fountains Abbey. It includes temples, follies and statuary, plus scenic viewpoints overlooking the River Skell.

Must see

RHS Garden Harlow Carr 5.4 mi

Fountains Abbey 6.4 mi

Harewood House 11.6 mi

East Riddlesden Hall (NT) 14.5 mi

Jervaulx Abbey 16 mi

National Trust

Brimham Rocks 3 mi

Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden 6.4 mi

East Riddlesden Hall 14.5 mi

Braithwaite Hall 16.8 mi

Beningbrough Hall and Gardens 18.4 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

Brimham Rocks - Glasshouses - Guise Cliff - Dacre Banks 2.6 mi

RIPLEY CASTLE 3.5 mi

Ripley - Nidderdale Way - Low Kettle Spring - Bedlam - Ripley 3.9 mi

Pateley Bridge and Smelthouses 5.1 mi

Pateley Bridge and Guise Cliff 5.1 mi

Local events

  • Great Yorkshire Show (Tuesday, July 9, 2024 – Tuesday, July 9, 2024)

    Harrogate, England 7.7 mi

  • Harrogate Spring Flower Show (Thursday, April 25, 2024 – Thursday, April 25, 2024)

    Harrogate, England 7.7 mi

  • Harrogate Autumn Flower Show (Friday, September 13, 2024 – Friday, September 13, 2024)

    Ripon, England 8.2 mi

  • Leeds Festival (Wednesday, August 21, 2024 – Wednesday, August 21, 2024)

    Wetherby, England 16.4 mi

  • York Early Music Festival (Saturday, July 6, 2024 – Saturday, July 6, 2024)

    York, England 24.3 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.

Reviews

10

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The Sheperds retreat was lovely, The surrounding grounds and hut were immaculate.…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 8
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 8
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 8
David Y. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Romantic shepherd's hut (deluxe, hot tub)

Liked: The Sheperds retreat was lovely, The surrounding grounds and hut were immaculate. So relaxing and peaceful, cosy with everything you needed. Lots of little nice touches to the place, making the experience that more special. We would definitely recommend to stay here.

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Brilliant little getaway for 2

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Katie C. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Romantic shepherd's hut (deluxe, hot tub)

Liked: Everything. Huge outdoor space. Very private with hot tub and bbq. The hut has everything rob need to cook a good meal and was very cosy.

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  • Does Romantic Shepherds Retreat have a swimming pool? No View all features
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  • What attractions are near Romantic Shepherds Retreat? Guided tours of the 14th-century Ripley Castle (10 minutes) take in the library and the Knights’ Chamber, but the highlight of this manor house is its expansive deer park. In addition to … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Romantic Shepherds Retreat?
    On-park accommodation
    Arrive:  4 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
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