Waingates Farm Huts, Roecliffe, Yorkshire

Taking pride of place on the sprawling Roecliffe Estate, Waingates Farm Huts in North Yorkshire stand on the brink of 1000 acres of countryside with views that stretch out across patchwork fields and ancient woodlands. This is the perfect idyll for couples yearning for romance in the most beautiful and natural backdrop.

There is a real alluring balance of luxury comforts and back-to-nature adventure at Waingates Farm Huts, so you can enjoy the best of both worlds. Immerse yourself in the intoxicating sights, sounds and smells of the untamed landscapes before returning to one of these country-chic shepherds’ huts in Yorkshire.

Waingates Farm has taken luxury glamping holidays in Yorkshire to the next level with their bespoke shepherds’ huts with hot tubs, fire pits, gas BBQs, a wood burning pizza oven and private outdoor seating areas. Enveloped on all sides by wildlife that freely roams the estate, this is a divine setting for spying on owls, deer, foxes and hares. Whatever the weather, this is one adult only glamping retreat you’ll want to return to in any season.

Spend evenings toasting marshmallows over the fire pit or cosied up in your own wood-fired hot tub sipping on a glass of bubbles with nothing but the sweet sounds of nature to rouse you from your reverie.

Each of the three shepherds’ huts is elegantly designed with calming colour schemes that have been inspired by the natural beauty of the landscape. Snuggly double beds are piled high with cushions and throws, and fresh flowers and plants breathe life into the huts. The cute little table for two provides an alternative to al fresco dining in the colder months, but there’s nothing to stop you from lighting the wood-burner, popping on the underfloor heating, opening the doors and feasting with the starlit sky in view.

Within a 15 minute drive, you can explore many of the local villages and the spa town of Harrogate, or add another 15 minutes to your journey to reach the cities of York and Leeds. Whether you’re wanting total isolation or a more adventure-packed experience, you can create your own itinerary at Waingates Farm Huts to suit your mood.

You’d be surprised at what you can fit into a shepherd’s hut, and with all the facilities you need for a self catering stay, Waingates Farm Huts certainly pack a punch. As well as featuring a double or king size bed, fully equipped kitchen, ensuite shower room and a dining area, there are also some pretty special extras that add a little more luxury.

The huts are set within a private garden where a wood-fired hot tub, firepit, BBQ and seating area await you. Or why not enjoy a shared evening with friends in the communal entertainment space with a designer Danish cast iron Morso wood burning pizza oven. Inside, you can also tick off the wood burner, underfloor heating, Nespresso machine, TV/DVD and high speed Wi-Fi from your wish list.

Things to do in North Yorkshire

Being located just a short drive from Roecliffe, there are plenty of things to do right from the doorstep. Nestled on the banks of the River Ure, Roecliffe is a pretty village with country trails. The Crown Inn is a great place to stop off on your travels for a spot of lunch.

Just a couple of miles from Waingates Farm Huts, Boroughbridge is a Roman town filled with boutique shops, pavement cafes, pubs and restaurants. The are lots of fabulous little eateries to choose from, including Bowe and Co Deli and Café, and The Dining Room.

If you fancy a drive out a bit further afield, you’ll find the spa town of Harrogate and the cathedral cities of Ripon and York, where you can explore the shops and discover the local culture.