Embark on a serene retreat at Great Wood Lodges, nestled within 20 acres of enchanting deciduous woodland. These eco-friendly lodges offer a tranquil escape, with stunning views over a coarse fishing lake, inviting you to immerse in nature's beauty.
Each lodge is a haven of peace, designed with modern eco-friendly technology to ensure a comfortable stay. You'll find all the conveniences of home, including a fully-equipped kitchen, flat-screen TV, and Wi-Fi connectivity.
With two cosy bedrooms, the lodges are ideal for adults seeking a quiet getaway. The verandah is the perfect spot to witness the local wildlife, listen to the hooting owls, or stargaze into the night sky.
For the active traveller, the surrounding area is a cyclist's delight, with numerous trails on the North Yorkshire Moors and Coast nearby. Discover more about these idyllic holiday lodges and start planning your peaceful escape today.
This comfortable lodge features one double bedroom with an en suite shower and a twin bedroom. There is an additional shower for convenience. The lodge boasts an open-plan lounge, kitchen, and dining area. The verandah, equipped with garden furniture, offers a lovely view of the lake, perfect for relaxing and enjoying the serene surroundings.Images are representative and may not be the specific accommodation assigned on booking.
During your stay, you'll have convenient access to a selection of nearby amenities, including some of the area's tastiest takeout options. Click any of the postcodes for a map along with handy driving instructions and the fastest route from your accommodation.
| Service | Distance (miles) | Postcode |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacy - 4.2 miles | YO32 9TW | |
| Train Station - York | 8.6 miles | YO24 1AB |
| Pub - The Blacksmiths Arms | 0.8 miles | YO60 7RJ |
| Dog Walk - Flaxton Meadows | 1 mile | |
| Supermarket - 5.1 miles | YO32 9LF | |
| Indian Takeaway - Jaipur Spice | 5.1 miles | YO32 9JS |
| Chinese Takeaway - Happy Valley | 5.1 miles | YO32 9JS |
| Italian Takeaway - Trinacria | 5.1 miles | YO32 9JS |
The best-known attractions within an easy drive of Great Wood Lodges, with real driving times.
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A theme park and zoo in one place, with big coasters, family rides and animal keeper talks.
Flamingo Land is a theme park, zoo and resort at Kirby Misperton in North Yorkshire. It has been running since 1959 and was the first site in Europe to combine rides and a zoo. The theme park has eight themed areas, with thrill coasters such as Sik, Hero, Kumali and Velocity, plus gentler family and kids' rides.
Tip: Check the day's keeper talk and show times on the website before you go, and plan your route around them.
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A Baroque house by Sir John Vanbrugh, with lakes, temples, an arboretum and an adventure playground.
Castle Howard is a Baroque country house in North Yorkshire, designed by Sir John Vanbrugh and home to the Howard family for over 300 years. Inside, you can explore grand galleries, bedrooms and a world-class art and sculpture collection. The house is also well known as a filming location, including for Brideshead Revisited and Bridgerton.
Tip: Buying tickets online costs less than buying at the Ticket Office, so book online. House and Gardens tickets include the playground.
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A family-friendly mix of farming museum, steam railway, animals and living history, just outside York.
Murton Park is set in 14 acres of countryside east of York and is home to the Yorkshire Museum of Farming. Inside you can explore the history of farm machinery, rural life and the Women's Land Army. Outdoors there are animals to meet, play areas, and a short ride on the Derwent Valley Light Railway at weekends.
Tip: The living history sites may have limited or no access during school term time, so visit at a weekend or in the school holidays to see the Roman fort and Viking village.
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A Grade I listed cathedral with the largest expanse of medieval stained glass in the world.
York Minster is an Anglican cathedral in the city of York and the seat of the Archbishop of York. Most of the building dates from between 1220 and 1472. It keeps most of its medieval stained glass, including the huge east window, the largest expanse of medieval glass in the world, and the Five Sisters window in the north transept.
Tip: Pre-book your tickets, and note that a Minster ticket is valid for 12 months. The Central Tower needs a combined ticket and a minimum age of 8.
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Britain's national collection of historic railway vehicles, including Mallard and a Japanese bullet train, in York.
The National Railway Museum in York tells the story of rail transport in Britain and its impact on society. Around 100 locomotives and pieces of rolling stock are usually on show at York, alongside thousands of other objects. Highlights include the streamlined Mallard, Flying Scotsman, Duchess of Hamilton, the Royal Train saloons of "Palaces on Wheels" and a Japanese Shinkansen bullet train.
Tip: Check the official website before you go for current opening days and times, and book ahead for Wonderlab and the afternoon tea.
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Climb York Castle's medieval keep for 360-degree views across the city and stories from nearly a thousand years of history.
Clifford's Tower is the largest surviving part of York Castle, northern England's greatest medieval fortress. Inside the tower you can explore key periods of its history, with fictional historic characters telling its tales, from the Harrying of the North and the tragic anti-Jewish pogrom of 1190 to the explosion of 1684 that destroyed the interior.
Tip: Booking early can save money, and arriving by bus, train or bike gets you a discount on entry bought at the site on the day.
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Ride back to the 10th century through a reconstructed Viking city on the site where it was excavated.
Jorvik Viking Centre sits in the heart of York, in the Coppergate Shopping Centre. Its ride takes you in a capsule through a reconstructed Viking city, with 360-degree views of life in the 10th century, including animated figures, sounds and smells.
Tip: Pre-booking is essential, so reserve a time slot ahead and arrive 10 minutes early for security checks.
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York's Grade I listed museum of Roman, Viking and prehistoric finds, with fossils and a meteorite.
The Yorkshire Museum in York is housed in a Grade I listed Greek Revival building designed by William Wilkins. It opened in 1830, which makes it one of the longest established museums in England. It stands in the Museum Gardens, on land that once belonged to St Mary's Abbey.
Tip: Pre-booking isn't essential, but you may need to queue if you turn up without tickets.
Drive times are typical times by car with no traffic. Check opening times and book tickets on each attraction's own website before you go.
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35 reviews from guests who stayed at Great Wood Lodges
We had a lovely stay, very peaceful and just what we needed right now. Cheers!
Great place, will return
We had such a lovely week at the lodge! It was super comfy and had everything we needed, especially those thick, fluffy bath sheets - absolute luxury after a day out. The eco-friendly vibe from Lauren and Jake really resonated with us; theyve kept up the great ethos from the previous owners. Luckily, the weather was perfect, so we spent most evenings just soaking in nature, watching squirrels and ducks in their element. We also took trips to York, Aysgarth Falls, Whitby, Scarborough and Eden Camp - all worth a visit for sure. We grabbed some tasty meals at Thompsons Fish Restaurant, Tykes and The Ship Inn too. Lauren was so helpful, always checking in and open to suggestions. Weve been here twice now and already planning our next trip!
Beautiful surroundings, peaceful stay, would recommend!
We had an absolutely fantastic holiday! The accommodation was top-notch and really set the tone for a relaxing break. There's plenty to do nearby if youre feeling active, but honestly, the peaceful vibe of the site was just what we needed. Definitely a place to return to!
Really enjoyed the stay here.
Really enjoyed staying here, it felt cosy and well-stocked, perfect for relaxing evenings.
Really enjoyed our stay, lovely hosts made it special.
Really enjoyed the peaceful break, would return!
Great spot for a chill break, peaceful and quiet. Just a heads-up, dont rely on satnav near Great Lodge.
Really enjoyed our stay, the owners made everything feel special!
Really enjoyed it, will return soon!
Great spot, we've been nine times and plan to come back!
Really enjoyed our stay at Great Wood. Perfect escape from busy city life and noisy crowds. Lovely place!
Really enjoyed our stay
We had such a lovely stay at Great Wood Lodges! The cabin was spotless, comfy and surprisingly roomy, with thoughtful touches like condiments, towels and even some jigsaws to pass the time. The couple running the site are genuinely friendly and always happy to help; when we asked about local chip shops, they directed us to Thompsons down the road, where we ended up having some of the best chips and fritters we've ever tasted. The lodges are nestled around a peaceful lake tucked inside a woodl and area, making it the perfect spot for total relaxation. Honestly, we could have spent ages just sitting on the veranda, soaking in the views and watching the birds and cheeky squirrels at the feeders. That said, the area has loads of great places to explore if you're feeling more active. We enjoyed wandering around the Shambles and visiting York Minster and driving across the stunning Yorkshire Moors to Whitby was a highlight. We didnt get to see everything we wanted, but that just means well need to come back! All in all, wed definitely recommend Great Wood Lodges for a chilled-out holiday in a beautiful setting-cant wait to return!
This place is perfect if you need a break from city chaos. We only stayed from Monday to Friday, but honestly, next time were planning to stay a full week - its just so relaxing!
Really enjoyed it, definitely planning to return.
Really enjoyed our stay, wish we had more time!
We had a lovely stay at Great Wood Lodges. The place is super comfy, well equipped and perfect for relaxing. Plus, loads of local things to do!
Great lodge and great surroundings
Wonder full ,peaceful place to rest and just enjoy the views.
amazing place for relaxing and chill out. Nice and friendly staff I would thoroughly recommend Great Wood Lodges
Very peaceful place, good fishing and a relaxing break
Excellent holiday lodges very quiet and away from it all
Great little oasis, very clean and comfortable lodges, a lot of care has gone into the small details. Wildlife on your doorstep. Only thing I would of preferred would be a little more distance between the lodge for privacy. But a great little site even so.
Will be booking again.
Peaceful, nature on doorstep, 10mins to nearest shop. brilliant hosts lodge was excellent ?
Very cosy, clean lodge set in beautiful surroundings. The wildlife is literally on the doorstep and the fishing was fantastic. We cannot recommend Great Wood highly enough.
Spotlessly clean cosy Lodge with lots of equipment for self catering. Beautiful, peaceful and tranquil hideaway perfect for a chilled break away. Owners friendly and laid back and the wildlife around is an amazing bonus. We will definitely be back! Just perfect, thank you.
Fabulous location. Lodge was very clean and comfortable with everything you need. The hosts were very welcoming, friendly and helpful. Fishing was good. Wildlife was great and very enjoyable to watch. We enjoyed our four day stay so much, we have booked again for a week later in the year.
Very peaceful beautiful location . Great lodges ,clean , comfortable and well equipped. Friendly owners and good for walking , sightseeing, fishing or just chilling .
only thing i would change is put blinds on kitchen windows and same in bathrooms .
Lovely relaxing week, clean comfortable lodge, great for walking, really enjoyed all the wildlife and watching what the fishermen caught.
Close to towns and cities.
I plan to return sometime.
An absolutely lovely lodge in beautiful peaceful surroundings. The lodge was immaculate throughout with comfy beds and fully equipped kitchen. The lake and woods around was filled with wildlife and we spent ages watching the geese with their babies. Just rural enough for peace and quiet but close enough to shops and the centre of York.
