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The Lair Shepherd Hut
- Cottages
- Wagons & Caravans
- Garden
- Hot Tub
- Internet Access
- Log Fire
- Cycling
- Fishing
- Golf nearby
- Horse Riding
- Walking
- Child Friendly
- Other rental properties on site
- Pet Friendly
At the end of a private no through road in the North York Moors National Park you’ll find Cropton Forest Lodge, home to three holiday cottages and three holiday huts, some with private gardens and hot tubs. Set in 6 acres and 9 miles from Pickering, this is an ideal base for exploring the moors, forest and coastline, and is heaven for lovers of nature, hiking and cycling.
The cottages and huts are surrounded by open farmland, meadow, forest & moors, with forest walks and cycling on your doorstep (maps, information sheets and safe cycle storage all provided). There is a communal conservatory with a large selection of books, games and local information, as well as a washer dryer for guest use. You’ll find so many good pubs in stunning locations within a 30 minute drive - dog friendly pubs, pubs with gardens, a pub with a mini brewery, pubs in pretty village settings, pubs backing straight on to the Moors, and pubs with takeaway options, as well as a selection of Indian, Italian, Chinese and Thai restaurants.
The North York Moors National Park, Ryedale and the Pickering area have masses to offer visitors, and you can explore the coastal resorts of Scarborough, Whitby and Filey which are all within a 30-45 minute drive. Whatever your interests - wildlife, history, archaeology, gardens, landscapes; there’ll be something to interest you. There are Cistercian Abbeys left over from their heyday in the 12th century, churches dating back to Viking times, and castle relics dotted around. There is a wide range of historic houses open to the public, and plenty of museums within easy reach, as well as some of the most beautiful gardens in the UK.
Getting There:
Follow the brown sign posts to Middlehead Cottages & Huts. You’ll find the site at the end of a 3 mile track.
Nearest Airport:
Teesside
Nearest Train Station:
Malton
Nearest Pub / Restaurant:
Many to choose from within a short drive
Nearest Shop:
Pickering
Interior Details
Each hut has an open plan design and are perfectly designed for two adults. The open plan layout comprises a bedroom area with a double bed, and a central kitchen / diner with sofa, woodburner, and views out across the countryside. The kitchen has an electric oven and induction hob, combined oven / microwave and a fridge with a box freezer. Through a set of French doors you’ll find the modern shower room with shower, basin and toilet.
Exterior Details
Each of the three huts have a private patio overlooking open grassland with private parking to the rear. There are communal gardens and terraces with ample seating and tables dotted around. Also on site is a quarter acre pond stocked with good sized fish including double figure carp, tench, perch, gudgeon, roach, koi carp, sturgeon and a few other surprises. License required. There is an EV charger on site for guest use.
Conditions of Rental
Check in from 3pm. Check out by 10am. £100 deposit required on booking with balance payable 30 days before arrival. Children are welcome in the cottages. Up to one well behaved dog allowed in the huts @ £25 per stay. Smart TV, wifi, bed linen, towels, power & firestarter pack included in the rental price.
