Entire home
BELLWETHER, romantic, country holiday cottage in Helmsley
Photo gallery for BELLWETHER, romantic, country holiday cottage in Helmsley





Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom 1 bathroom Sleeps 2 90 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
York, North York Moors & Coast
- Hemsley Walled Garden6 min drive
- Rievaulx Abbey10 min drive
- Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo20 min drive
- Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)59 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Shower Room
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
BELLWETHER, romantic, country holiday cottage in Helmsley
A detached shepherd’s hut situated on the outskirts of the market town of Helmsley, sleeping up to two people, in one bedroom.
Bellwether is a detached shepherd’s hut situated on the outskirts of the market town of Helmsley. This open-plan, studio-style property houses a double bed, a dining area and a well-equipped kitchen, sleeping up to two people. The interior is completed by a shower room with a walk-in shower, basin and WC. Outside, there is off-road parking for two cars and a garden with a lawn and table and chairs. Bellwether is a superb retreat for couple looking to explore this part of Yorkshire. Please note this property accepts bookings with a minimum of 2 nights.
Amenities: Electric underfloor heating and a woodburning stove. Microwave, electric hob, fridge and WiFi. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Fuel, power and starter pack inc. in rent. Off-road parking for 1 car. Garden with lawn area and gravel area with table and chairs. Gas BBQ.Also a separate covered seating area. Sorry, no pets and no smoking .Pub within 0.5 mile, farm shop 0.5 miles, shop within 2.3 miles. Note: The owner offers aromatherapy massages, which are done at the property. Massages are at an additional cost (the owner offers a 10% discount) and they need to be booked in advance. Please note this property accepts bookings with a minimum of 2 nights.
Region: The North York Moors National Park covers 554 square miles, with landscape ranging from heather-clad moorland and deep secluded dales, to the cliffs and coves of the magnificent coastline making it a haven for walkers.
Town: Helmsley is a market town situated at the southern edge of the North York Moors National Park and houses a number of houses, hotels and shops. Within the town you will also find a 12th-century castle and English Heritage’s Rievaulx Abbey and Castle Howard are close by. Within the surrounding area you will find superb walks with Cleveland Way starting in Helmsley.
Bellwether is a detached shepherd’s hut situated on the outskirts of the market town of Helmsley. This open-plan, studio-style property houses a double bed, a dining area and a well-equipped kitchen, sleeping up to two people. The interior is completed by a shower room with a walk-in shower, basin and WC. Outside, there is off-road parking for two cars and a garden with a lawn and table and chairs. Bellwether is a superb retreat for couple looking to explore this part of Yorkshire. Please note this property accepts bookings with a minimum of 2 nights.
Amenities: Electric underfloor heating and a woodburning stove. Microwave, electric hob, fridge and WiFi. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Fuel, power and starter pack inc. in rent. Off-road parking for 1 car. Garden with lawn area and gravel area with table and chairs. Gas BBQ.Also a separate covered seating area. Sorry, no pets and no smoking .Pub within 0.5 mile, farm shop 0.5 miles, shop within 2.3 miles. Note: The owner offers aromatherapy massages, which are done at the property. Massages are at an additional cost (the owner offers a 10% discount) and they need to be booked in advance. Please note this property accepts bookings with a minimum of 2 nights.
Region: The North York Moors National Park covers 554 square miles, with landscape ranging from heather-clad moorland and deep secluded dales, to the cliffs and coves of the magnificent coastline making it a haven for walkers.
Town: Helmsley is a market town situated at the southern edge of the North York Moors National Park and houses a number of houses, hotels and shops. Within the town you will also find a 12th-century castle and English Heritage’s Rievaulx Abbey and Castle Howard are close by. Within the surrounding area you will find superb walks with Cleveland Way starting in Helmsley.
Add dates for prices
Amenities
Kitchen
Outdoor space
Fireplace
Have a question?
Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.
Similar properties

MOLE END, romantic, with open fire in Helmsley
MOLE END, romantic, with open fire in Helmsley
- Pool
- Outdoor space
- Parking available
- Fireplace
10.0 out of 10, (1 review)
House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
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
About the area
York
York is home to this cottage. Ampleforth College Golf Club and Easingwold Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore North York Moors National Park and Howardian Hills. Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo and North Yorkshire Moors Railway are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling.
York, North York Moors & Coast
What's nearby
- Hemsley Walled Garden - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
- National Trust Nunnington Hall - 7 min drive - 8.8 km
- Rievaulx Abbey - 10 min drive - 10.8 km
- Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo - 20 min drive - 23.5 km
- Castle Howard - 20 min drive - 22.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Fairfax Arms - 11 min drive
- The Feathers Hotel - 3 min drive
- The Plough Inn - 7 min drive
- Hearts Of Ampleforth - 10 min drive
- The Crown - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Sykes Holiday Cottages

All ground-floor. Open-plan studio with kitchen, dining area and double bed. Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC
What makes this property unique
Electric underfloor heating and a woodburning stove. Microwave, electric hob, fridge and WiFi. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Fuel, power and starter pack inc. in rent. Off-road parking for 1 car. Garden with lawn area and gravel area with table and chairs. Gas BBQ.Also a separate covered seating area. Sorry, no pets and no smoking .Pub within 0.5 mile, farm shop 0.5 miles, shop within 2.3 miles. Note: The owner offers aromatherapy massages, which are done at the property. Massages are at an additional cost (the owner offers a 10% discount) and they need to be booked in advance.
Languages:
English
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback