The nearest village amenities, including a supermarket, takeaway and award-winning pubs, are a four-mile drive, or 40-minute walk. York is only six miles away by road or you can follow a scenic path there on foot. Harrogate is about 17 miles by road – a 40-minute drive.

Yes, of course! Prince Rupert House, Garden House and Signal Cottage are perfect for groups of family and friends wishing to celebrate special occasions or enjoy a reunion.

Yes, all three properties are available to book all year, with a minimum booking period of two nights.

You’re welcome to arrive from 4pm, and check-out is 10am. Members of the Gordon family, who own the estate, are always on site and happy to help you with any queries. Arrival is a fuss-free process as the property will be unlocked with the keys inside the house, so your holiday will begin as soon as you park up and cross the threshold.

Yes, we are a dog-friendly site and your four-legged friends are welcome for a small charge. We just politely ask that they don’t enter the bedrooms.

Yes, there’s plenty of parking space directly outside Prince Rupert House, Garden House and Signal Cottage.

Yes, all guests are welcome to use the heated outdoor swimming pool,  grass tennis court and croquet lawn free of charge – they are open from the May Spring Bank Holiday to around the end of August, weather depending. 

Yes, all three properties have woodburning stoves and we provide logs for them.

Yes, free Wi-Fi is available at all three holiday homes.

The ground floor (including one bedroom and bathroom) of Prince Rupert House is wheelchair-accessible and Garden House is a single-level bungalow with ramp access. One bedroom has a wider door, the shower room is large enough for a wheelchair to turn, the basin is wheelchair accessible.

Yes, this is a traditional English country estate and we fully expect muddy footwear! Each property has somewhere you could store a couple of bicycles, too.

Yes, we can arrange for a chef to prepare and serve delicious meals at your accommodation – this is a perfect option for groups wishing to celebrate a special occasion or couples wanting a romantic meal without having to leave the estate.