Book Waterside Shepherds Hut in York, Yorkshire

The chalet has one bedroom, a living room, and a private bathroom with a shower. The ground-floor unit includes a kitchenette with a refrigerator, microwave, electric kettle, and kitchenware, plus a dining table and parquet floors. Free WiFi and free on-site private parking are provided, along with board games, puzzles, and smoke alarms for safety.

Guests have access to a garden, a terrace, and lake views directly from the property. Outdoor furniture, a seating area, and an outdoor dining area are available, along with BBQ facilities and a fire pit (wood and lighter provided by the owner). The lakeside setting offers a private feel with a rope bordering the water, though no safety floats or signs are present.

York Minster is 18 km away, York Railway Station 19 km, and Castle Howard 7 km. A bus stop is a 2-minute walk from the hut, providing direct service into York city centre and to the coast. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 67 km from the property, and free parking is available on site.

The property is adults only and non-smoking throughout, with heating and a terrace for relaxation. The owner offers public transport tickets and gave sound advice on bus routes. Friendly and responsive, the owner also helped guests light the fire pit and provided a barbecue kit.

Fire extinguishers and smoke alarms are installed in the hut. The property has non-smoking rooms and is designated adults only. No safety floats or bouys are present by the lake, and guests should note the stairs are on a slant.

Accommodation: One-bedroom chalet with kitchenette

Outdoor: Lakeside garden, terrace, BBQ & fire pit

Location: 7 km from Castle Howard, bus stop 2 min walk

Transport: Free parking, public transport tickets available

Safety: Fire extinguishers and smoke alarms

Adults only: Non-smoking throughout