The Hay Barn in Vale of York | Cottage With a Hot Tub

About The Hay Barn

The Hay Barn is a welcoming cottage set in the quaint, little village of Holme, North Yorkshire. Perfect for families or groups of friends, this abode provides guests with pet-friendly accommodation, spacious living areas, and a private hot tub for a touch of extra indulgence.

Head indoors to discover a kitchen/diner, fully equipped with all the essentials you need to whip up a hearty breakfast or a delightful evening meal. Gather around the dining table to enjoy your culinary creations, sharing stories of the day's adventures and planning what adventures are to follow!

After dinner, the sitting room will call out for you to relax, where you can sink into the plush sofas and tune into the TV, while the woodburning stove crackles in the background, adding a touch of warmth and charm to your evenings. The rear garden is one of the many highlights of the property, boasting a spacious lawn where your four-legged friends can stretch their legs.

On top of this, a private hot tub for a soothing evening under the orange glow of the North Yorkshire sunset is sure to complete a memorable day. As the night draws in, find three well-presented bedrooms, each boasting its own en-suite facilities for added convenience.

Choose from a king bedroom, a double bedroom, or a third twin, perfect for children or friends. Once you're settled in, venture beyond to appreciate the simplicity of rural life.

Visit the fascinating World Of James Herriot, a museum dedicated to the famed writer-vet, before spending an afternoon at Thorp Perrow, marvelling at an extensive collection of trees in the arboretum and meeting an array of birds of prey and mammals. Sporty guests can enjoy a round amongst the greenery at Thirsk & Northallerton Golf Club.

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Need To Know

✓Central heating
✓ Oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher
✓ TV, WiFi
✓ Fuel, power, and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent
✓ Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓ Highchair and travel cot available on request
✓ Designated, off-road parking space for 2 cars
✓ Enclosed rear garden with lawn, patio, picnic bench, and hot tub
✓ 1 pet is welcome, sorry no smoking
✓ Shop 3.1 miles, pub 1.7 miles
✓ No Hen/Stag parties or similar
✓ Please note: Guests will have access to the communal EV charger, pay as you go

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The Hay Barn Reviews

Wonderful place to stay! The property is clean, spacious, and perfectly located for exploring nearby towns like Ripon, Thirsk, Harrogate, and York. Highly recommended!

We had a lovely stay at the Hay Barn, it has been beautifully refurbished. All the rooms were finished to a high standard, were comfortable and spotlessly clean. It is in a beautiful part of the country for nice walks and the hot tub is perfect for relaxing when you get back.

Tracey

Very beautifully presented accommodation. It was very spacious, clean and comfortable. We've been staying in holiday cottages for 20 years and this was easily the nicest place we've stayed in. The extras like dog bowl and blanket, dishwasher tabs, washing pods, milk, t bags etc. were very welcome. Everything has been thought of. The location is very quiet and rural, we loved it. Would not hesitate to recommend and hope to return in the future.

Jennifer

Hay Barn is an absolutely beautiful cottage with every comfort provided. It is fresh, clean and modern, very spacious and light. We are a family of four adults and really appreciated all having our own en suite. We brought our dog who was also well catered for. Nice enclosed garden to the rear with a wonderful hot tub which we loved relaxing in every evening. So many lovely touches that made our stay excellent. Lovely fluffy towelling robes and hooks on the fence next to the hot tub to make it more comfortable when we had to leave the hot tub. Lovely quiet location but lots of things to do in the area if you want to venture out. We mostly went to Hay Barn to relax and we really did, couldve stayed so much longer and would love to return.

A beautifully finished and well equipped holiday cottage, ideally situated to access North Yorkshire and all it has to offer. We had a lovely few days away and The Hay Barn was the perfect place to retreat to after a busy day exploring. The hot tub was the perfect temperature to soak our aching muscles. We couldnt have asked for more!

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Attractions Near The Hay Barn

While there'll be plenty to keep you entertained an The Hay Barn itself, if you plan to get out and about and see some of what Vale of York has to offer, here are some of the nearby attractions you can enjoy during your stay. Please note that some of these activities and days out are paid and it's always a good idea to book in advance to secure your place where applicable.

Found a special day out near your cottage? Please let us know and we'll add it so that other visitors can enjoy it too!

Lightwater Valley - HG4 3HT

about 5 Miles

Situated in the Ripon area of North Yorkshire this popular theme park makes a fantastic day out for the whole family. The more daring will love the big and thrilling rides such as Raptor Attack, The Ultimate and Trauma Tower. For the little ones there are some excellent attractions such as Flying Camels, Dodgems and a Magic Wheel. Toddlers will like the Dragon Boats and the Lightwater Express amongst other things. There are over 40 rides and attractions in total and we think this is excellent value for money too. If you book your tickets in advance online you can save even more money and beat the queues.

Big Sheep - EX39 5AP

about 6 Miles

This is a recommended day out for families with young children visiting the Bedale area of Yorkshire. Visit the farm and receive a warm welcome as well as a guided tour. You will have the chance to bottle feed the lambs, bath a pig and handle some of the smaller animals. Kids will love the big sandpit and the outdoor play area. There is also a cafe and indoor play area for when the weather is not on your side.

Fountains Abbey - HG4 3DY

about 9 Miles

This is an outstanding world heritage site located close to Ripon in the North Yorkshire area. Nature lovers will be in their element with an abundance of wide open spaces to explore and there are special guided tours for families. Some of the highlights may include seeing wild deer and bats during your visit. The grounds are fantastic to wander round but there is also an Elizabethan Mansion, Victorian Church, Georgian Water Garden and the finest example of Cistercian Abbey ruins in the country - Well worth a visit!

Yorkshire Lavender - YO60 6PB

about 19 Miles

Yorkshire Lavender is an amazing award winning attraction offering breathtaking panoramic views of York, a Café, Plant Nursery and Lavender Gardens. The 60 acre site is set in an area of outstanding natural beauty and is an excellent choice for a day trip. The onsite shops sells Lavender products such as bath and body treats, skincare, medicine and herbal remedies.

Web Adventure Park - YO32 9JS

about 21 Miles

Come rain or shine children need to be entertained and Creepy Crawlies just north of York is the perfect place! This all weather attraction caters for toddlers and children up to 12 years old with a huge array of climbing equipment, ball pools, slides, chutes and adventure areas. Adults can relax and enjoy a coffee and a snack while the kids are having fun. The site also has a large and rather impressive outdoor area with pet zone and pedal track with Go karts. There is also a pond with fish and a sensory zone where children can touch and feel new and interesting things.

Castle Howard - YO60 7DA

about 23 Miles

Castle Howard is one of the regions most beautiful and historic landmarks and is located in 1,000 acres of parkland with breathtaking gardens to explore. As well as exploring the castle visitors can enjoy attractios including the unique Land Train - the best way to see the entire park. There is also a large lake offering boat trips during the summer months. In high season the site is very popular with families and offers organised activities for children including tours, talks, crafting and animal encounters. The site also has a Nature Trail which is fun for the whole family and an Adventure Playground where children can run off some energy.

Jorvik Viking Centre - YO1 9WT

about 24 Miles

Jorvik Viking Centre is a fun and educational attraction offering visitors the chance to learn all about the Viking-Age city of Jorvik. Thanks to the Archaeologists from York Archaeological Trust the amazing houses, workshops and backyards of the Viking-Age city of Jorvik are on display and give a clear insight to the way of life all those years ago. The site aims to offer an interactive experience with the state of the art time capsule and the blacksmith's furnace being the top attractions.

Jorvik DIG - YO1 9RY

about 24 Miles

Dig is a unique and somewhat educational attraction in York offering children the opportunity to enjoy excavation, discovery, and digging. Within the site is a discovery centre, several pits filled with Roman and Medieval ruins and a science lab where children can take part in exciting experiments. Staff are on hand at all times to help the children and to ensure they get the most from the experience. The attraction can get busy during school holidays and pre booking is recommended.

Flamingo Land - YO60 7EW

about 26 Miles

Situated in Malton in North Yorkshire this has to be one of our favourite family days out. It's a theme park and zoo all in one stretching over a massive 400 acres. With thrilling rides for the very daring like Cliff Hanger, Corkscrew and Kumali, there are also more gentle rides for the little ones such as Frog Hopper and Helitoys. Family fun attractions include the 4D cinema, the lost river ride and the Little Monsters Den of Mischief. Check out their website for seasonal events which take place throughout the year and you can also gain more information about the zoo. Flamingo Land is a resort as well as a theme park so you can also book accommodation there.

York Maze - YO19 5LT

about 28 Miles

If you are enjoying a lodge holiday in Yorkshire then a visit to York Maze is a must! This summertime attraction is now one of the most popular in the region offering fun for the whole family. The maze has been improved this year and is now bigger and better than ever before. Carved from an amazing 1.5 million growing maize plants it is thought to be the largest maze in the world! As well as the maze itself the site boasts an adventure playground, 9 hole crazy golf courses and an animal petting area where children can meet the cute and friendly animals that eat the maize and watch pig racing! Tractor and trailer rides around the maize are also available and are recommended for those with young children.

Stillingfleet Lodge Gardens - YO19 6HP

about 29 Miles

A day trip to Stillingfleet Lodge Gardens is the perfect way to relax with several gardens to explore in the grounds of a historic farmhouse. The gardens were established 30 years ago and each has something different to offer. Expect to find dramatic displays of foliage and flowers as well as beautifully landscaped areas. Families will enjoy the woodland which leads to a wildlife pond and a beautiful wildflower meadow. The site runs morning courses in gardening throughout the summer which are priced at just £12 and include coffee. There is also a nursery onsite where plants can be purchased. Entry to the gardens cost just £4 for adults and 50p for children.