Title: Woodlands Cottage - Rural Retreat - Near York Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Woodlands Cottage - Rural Retreat - Near York Holiday home in Selby with kitchen and balcony ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63160000/63155100/63155006/21bf9f66.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63160000/63155100/63155006/c2609b3b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63160000/63155100/63155006/47229229.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63160000/63155100/63155006/9fe61bab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63160000/63155100/63155006/34ee0ead.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in the charming village of Skipwith, North Yorkshire, this delightful cottage offers a peaceful retreat for up to 8 guests. Unwind in the large living room with patio doors leading out into the rear garden or cook up a storm in the fully equipped kitchen diner. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Fireplace - Air conditioning - Pet-friendly ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Woodlands Cottage - Rural Retreat - Near York This delightful detached property is located in the charming village of Skipwith, North Yorkshire, just 20 minutes' drive from the centre of York (11 miles) The cottage sleeps 8 people with extra space available for children under 2 who can sleep in the cribs at the property. There are four double bedrooms and 3 bathrooms as well as a large dining kitchen and huge living room. In one of the double bedrooms there are twin beds, the others each having double beds. The master bedroom has an en suite bathroom. There are two further bathrooms, including one on the ground floor and there is a bath in the upstairs bathroom. One of the bedrooms is on the ground floor and is next to the downstairs bathroom. There is a washing machine and separate tumble dryer on the ground floor. The ground floor has two large living spaces. The kitchen diner has a fully equipped kitchen with everything that you will need to cook and serve 8 guests and small infants. There is a large dining table for 8 people and some comfy seating in this large sociable space. In addition there is a separate large living room with large sofas and a TV which has seating for all of our guests and patio doors out into the rear garden. On arrival you will receive a large welcome pack that contains tea, coffee and biscuits for a drink on your arrival. There is also a basic washing up kit and tea towel, salt, pepper and cooking oil. In the bathrooms you will find soaps and shampoo. All of the towels and bed linen are provided by us for your stay. There is a small supermarket in the nearby village of North Duffield where you can pick up the other supplies that you will need for your stay. Free WIFI is provided at the property. This is the ideal place to spend some time with family and friends within beautiful surroundings and easy reach of York & the best that North Yorkshire has to offer! The space The house is for your private use during your stay. Guests have the use of the patio and garden area that goes with the cottage. There is free parking on site for up to four vehicles at the front of the property. The location is extremely rural, down a single track lane with only a handful of properties nearby. The drive to York takes approximately 20 minutes and is through open countryside. There is a woodland walk to the village of Skipwith approximately one kilometre away where there is a lovely village pub. This is a wonderful country cottage. It was totally refurbished to a very high standard in 2020. You have total access to the full private property and its grounds. We are available via telephone during our opening hours for guest queries and support. Our cottage has a peaceful rural location with some fabulous walks, in particular through the woods to Skipwith village You will need a vehicle to access York ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Limited on-site parking (max 4 spaces) ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60370000/60364500/60364416/02ef1e73.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Apartment One, The Carriage House. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Woodlands Rural Retreat York orp5b4ca57x Woodlands Cottage - Rural Retreat - Near York Selby ## About the area Located in Selby, this holiday home is in a rural area. Shambles and York Minster are notable landmarks, and if an activity is on the agenda, check out York Racecourse. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at York Barbican or Bootham Crescent Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Selby travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Selby.dx6054661) [View more Holiday homes in Selby](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Selby-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6054661-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C53.83735%2C-0.98084&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=xlemu8o8YlHMpjBbc8DgEiWgiuU=) North Duffield, ENG ### What's nearby - McArthur Glen Designer Outlet - 16 min drive - 9.5 miles - University of York - 19 min drive - 12.7 miles - York Racecourse - 20 min drive - 11.4 miles - Shambles - 22 min drive - 12.0 miles - York Minster - 23 min drive - 12.6 miles ### Getting around - Howden Station - 14 min drive - Doncaster (DSA-Sheffield) - 55 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Wenlock Arms - ‬11 min drive - ‪The Drovers Arms Restaurant & Country Pub - ‬12 min walk - ‪The Fat Abbot - ‬9 min drive - ‪Hare & Hounds PH - ‬10 min drive - ‪The Greyhound - ‬10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Woodlands Cottage - Rural Retreat - Near York pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Woodlands Cottage - Rural Retreat - Near York? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Woodlands Cottage - Rural Retreat - Near York? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Woodlands Cottage - Rural Retreat - Near York located? > Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Skipwith Common National Nature Reserve and within 9 miles (15 km) of The Oaks Spa and Selby Abbey. Selby Town Hall and Stillingfleet Lodge Gardens are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Woodlands Cottage - Rural Retreat - Near York Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pauline T. 20 Sept 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely cottage We spent 2 nights in Woodlands Cottage and loved it. It was spotlessly clean with new bathrooms and a well appointed kitchen. The directions sent in advance were great, as was the tip to use the shortcut through the woods to the local pub. For a local walk, the Bubwith Rail path was really nice. ##### Pauline T. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wendy R. 2 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Such a beautiful location, house was perfect, my dog loved the freedom of the big garden, there were 6 of us staying and there was enough space for us all without having to get under each other’s feet, we all had a lovely stay. Can’t wait to get back there. ##### Wendy R. 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