Located within a leisurely stroll of Skipwith Common National Nature Reserve, this cottage is within a 10-minute drive of The Oaks Spa. The cottage includes a kitchen and a fireplace.
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Central heating in The Lodge (underfloor on ground floor), additional electric aircon heating on first floor (ground floor in The Garage), bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Logs for wood burner available locally. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Lawned garden with terrace, garden furniture, BBQ and garden games. Hot tub for 4 (private). Bike store. Electric car charging point. Private parking for 8 cars. No smoking. Please note: There is an unfenced pond 50 yards away.. Contemporary in design and artful in nature, The Lodge is a stunning detached luxury property like no other. Pride of place in its stylish and open plan living room, complete with remote control dimmable lights, surround sound and 70” TV fitted with full Sky Glass package and Apple TV to stream music and movies from smartphones and tablets, sits a mini grand piano either ready to be played or listened to with its pre-programmed acoustic melodies. The spacious and sociable kitchen/dining area boasts a number of high quality fittings and accessories from marble flooring with under floor heating to granite work surfaces, a range cooker to instant boiling and chilled filtered water at the touch of a button (Zip tap), and a wood burner for chillier evenings.
Each of the five comfortable bedrooms benefit from en-suite facilities and TVs. For guests’ extra comfort some rooms have air-conditioning. Outside, the front terrace is set out for a family and friends outdoor dining experience, with that all-important barbecue, and the large back terrace comes complete with a private hot tub, a super hammock and lawned garden – a simply wonderful space in which to sit back, relax and enjoy.
A matter of metres across the garden is The Garage (games room), and once you step inside, you will gasp with delight. Home to an array of games such as a full-size pool table, Star Wars slot machine, retro arcade games table, air hockey and football table, complete with Jukebox, The Garage comes fully equipped with kitchenette and bar area fitted with drinks fridge, dishwasher, sink, instant hot-water tap and microwave. With a further two bedrooms on the upper floor and two bathrooms, it really is a truly unique space.
Once inside The Lodge and The Garage, you will be hard pushed to leave, however the surroundings area holds a whole host of attractions. Across the road is Skipwith Common Nature Reserve which provides a variety of wilderness walks, and the historic city of York, home to York Minster, Jorvik Viking Centre, The Shambles, York Dungeons, wonderful shopping and, of course, York Racecourse is just a 20-minute drive. Also nearby is the McArthur Glen designer outlet, York Maize Maze and the iconic Selby Abbey, with the beautiful North Yorkshire coast accessible in around an hour. Shop, pubs and restaurant all within 1½ miles.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Free WiFi
Open-tread staircase to the first floor in The Garage. The electric car charing point is a Rolec Securicharge electric car charger, for type 2 vehicle/socket.
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
There are steps within the property.
There is open water in the property grounds.
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen and 7 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 7 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and a fireplace.
No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Electric car charging station
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Property payment types
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
This property accepts credit cards.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
Property is also known as
su-UKC2524-UKC2524
7 Bedroom Accommodation in North Duffield Near York
7 bedroom accommodation in North Duffield, near York Selby
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do within easy reach of this cottage?
This cottage is located in Selby within a short 4-minute walk of Skipwith Common National Nature Reserve. You'll also find Selby Abbey and The Oaks Spa nearby.
Is this cottage associated with a casino?
No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?
No, this cottage doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.
Does this cottage include breakfast service?
No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this cottage allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.
How close is the airport from this cottage?
The closest major airport to this cottage is Doncaster (DSA-Sheffield), which is about 23.4 mi away. Another top airport is Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford), which is around 27.7 mi away.
7 bedroom accommodation in North Duffield, near York Reviews
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Cam G.
Dec 16, 2025
Cam G.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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Peter W.
Jul 4, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Family celebration
Excellent, well appointed property. There were thirteen of us - 8 adults and 5 children (aged 15,12,8, 5 and 2). Super facilities and large garden which was well used.