At a glance:

• Sleeps six guests.
• Master bedroom with king-size bed and en-suite.
• Turret bathroom with its copper freestanding bath.
• Replicas of the original wallpapers from its archive.
• Bedroom two has a double bed
• Bedroom three has two twin (single) beds.
• Walk in shower room.
• Aga range cooker
• Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, microwave and washer / dryer.
• Wood burning stove.
• WiFi.
• Parking.
• A large, enclosed garden with views of The Mausoleum and The Pyramid.
• Families welcome.
• Two well behaved dogs welcome (small additional charge per dog).
• Minimum stay of three nights.

Hinds House details:

Step into history with a stay at Castle Howard’s Hind’s House, a listed cottage that is nestled into one of the turrets of the famous fortified walls that enclose the original deer park. The cottage is believed to have been designed for the game keeper by the great Yorkshire architect, John Carr, who built Castle Howard’s Stable Courtyard.  With far reaching views of the Mausoleum and the Pyramid, its extensive and enclosed garden is the perfect place to relax and soak up the majesty of this magnificent landscape, designed by Sir John Vanbrugh and William Hawksmoor.

Inside, the three-bedroom cottage has been sympathetically renovated and furnished with antiques from Castle Howard, including replicas of original wallpapers from its archive. All modern conveniences have been supplied as well as more traditional comforts such as an Aga and wood burning stove. A particular feature is the turret bathroom with its copper freestanding bath.

Situated just a five-minute stroll from Castle Howard, tickets to the house and grounds are complimentary. Staying at Hind’s House offers an experience like no other for those who want to appreciate all that this magnificent Stately Home has to offer. 

Additional features:

• Furnished with vintage pieces, items from Castle Howard itself and carefully chosen modern furnishings.
• Television with Freeview TV.
• An Aga range cooker, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave, washing machine.
• Initial wood supply provided in baskets by the wood burning stove. Additional logs/kindling available to purchase from the Castle Howard Garden Centre open 7 days/week
• Day entry to Castle Howard valid for one day of your choice during your stay (when open to the public, includes Christmas opening - subject to availability)
• Barbecue. We kindly request that you leave the barbeque in the condition you would expect to find it.
• Patio area with outdoor dining table and chairs.

Attractions and nearby amenities:

• A 20 minute walk (3 minute drive) to Castle Howard.
• Garden views of The Mausoleum and The Pyramid.
• 4 minute drive to Welburn village with popular local pub The Crown & Cushion & eatery and village bakery.
• The picturesque market towns of Pickering, Malton and Helmsley are only a short drive away with a great selection of pubs and eateries.
• The Castle Howard Farm Shop is just a few minutes drive or a 20 minute walk.
• Ideally situated as a base for visiting the historic houses of Castle Howard, Nunnington Hall, Beningbrough Hall, Duncombe Park and Sledmere House.
• Flamingo Land Resort, located near Malton is a large theme park with rollercoasters and an award-winning zoo, offering something for all ages.
• The beautiful gardens of Scampston Hall and the R.H.S. Harlow Carr are within easy reach.
• The North York Moors and East Coast are also easily accessible where there are the coastal towns of Whitby, Scarborough, Staithes, Runswick Bay and Filey.
• Nearby Dalby Forest has everything from walking trails and stunning views, to treetop swings and zip wires at Go Ape, or Segway tours.
• The steam railway from Pickering travels through the stunning North York Moors to Whitby, a delightful way to visit this coastal town.
• Bempton Cliffs R.S.P.B. Nature reserve, home to 250,000 sea birds is well worth a visit.

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