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The Bailey Shepherd's Hut

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 218 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Skipton, North Yorkshire
  • Skipton Castle
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Peninne Boat Trips of Skipton
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Bolton Priory
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

The Bailey Shepherd's Hut

The Bailey offers a unique option for those looking for something a bit different, in the form of our quirky but luxurious Shepherd’s Hut. Whether you’re looking for an escape from the hustle and bustle of urban life, or a romantic getaway, the Shepherd’s Hut is perfect. The Shepherd's Hut was built to our unique design and provides comfort, romance and a step away from the norm.

The Shepherd’s Hut was custom built to our detailed specifications to accommodate two people in luxury. It has fully plumbed in facilities including a plush bathroom and a beautiful fully equipped kitchen. We have fitted a log burner for cooler evenings but it has electric heating too to give you the most comfortable stay possible. Simply, it’s a one of a kind!

The Shepherd’s Hut is charmingly quaint and within its spacious interior you’ll find a stunning, modern and clean en-suite shower room, a fully equipped kitchen which includes a fridge, hob, oven, kettle, toaster and of course a kitchen sink. We’ve taken the utmost care to choose the comfiest bed we could find and also include top quality bedding to ensure you have the best night’s sleep possible. We also provide towels. The Shepherd’s Hut includes a wood burning stove which will warm you as you enjoy the stunning sunsets over sheep pastures, whatever time of year you visit.

Whilst check in is from 15:00 and check out by 10:00, guests are welcome to park up from 12:00 noon to explore Skipton and can remain parked until 12:00 noon on the day of departure.
The Bailey is a holiday destination consisting of a quirky Shepherd’s Hut, dog-friendly Holiday Cottage and a boutique Bed and Breakfast in Skipton, North Yorkshire. The 300 year old house contains the 2 beautiful boutique BnB rooms whilst the old dairy is now a self contained holiday cottage. At the far end of a beautiful landscaped garden is our quirky Shepherd's Hut. We have recently been given a Guest Review Award by Booking.com for achieving an average score of 9.8 out of 10.

All our accommodation types come with free parking, all bedding and towels included and free WiFi. Whilst check in is from 15:00 and check out is by 10:00, guests are welcome to park from 12:00 noon and remain parked until 12:00 noon on the day of departure. Electric Vehicle (EV) charging is available on site.

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Amenities

Kitchen
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Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Latest check in is at 22:00

Important information

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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Skipton

Skipton is home to this apartment. Ilkley Golf Club and Ilkley Pool and Lido are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Embsay and Bolton Abbey Steam Railway and Hesketh Farm Park. Thornton Hall Farm Country Park and Parcevall Hall Gardens are also worth visiting. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Skipton, North Yorkshire

What's nearby

  • Skipton Castle - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Peninne Boat Trips of Skipton - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Embsay and Bolton Abbey Steam Railway - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Bolton Priory - 8 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Malham Cove - 20 min drive - 21.5 km

Getting around

  • Skipton Station - 16 min walk
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Devonshire - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bizzie Lizzie's, High Street Car Park - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Red Lion - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Woolly Sheep Inn - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Capo - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Bailey Shepherd's Hut pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Bailey Shepherd's Hut?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Bailey Shepherd's Hut?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Bailey Shepherd's Hut located?

Situated in Skipton, this apartment building is steps from Skipton Castle and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park. Craven Museum and Gallery and Peninne Boat Trips of Skipton are also within 10 minutes. Skipton Station is 16 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Birthday present get away

Peaceful and a beautiful location, just wish we had a longer stay.
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10/10 Excellent

Chris

A delightful way to start a long weekend in Yorkshire.

An amazing shepherds hut, with a luxury feel, that is equipped with everything you might need. It feels it might be in deepest countryside, but is a brief walk from the enticing town of Skipton. Mark is the most welcoming of host and the fantastic breakfast hamper would set anyone up for a day exploring the town or the surrounding dales. A warm, cosy bolthole that invites you to relax.
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10/10 Excellent

John

Fantastic, cosy accommodation in perfect location

We stayed in the Shepherds Hut and it was very cosy. We had everything required for a short break. The location is perfect, being 5 minutes walk from the centre of Skipton and virtually opposite the castle. The hosts were very accommodating and were happy to answer any questions. We're looking for an excuse to go back soon!
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10/10 Excellent

Christine

Absolutely fabulous, in every respect.

Clean, cosy , comfortable and tastefully decorated Shepherd’s Hut in a beautiful garden. Mark & Kay made us very welcome, we felt very much at home.
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10/10 Excellent

Harry

Delightful stay in superb setting.

A truly delightful shepherd's hut.
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10/10 Excellent

Jill

Relaxing break with plenty to do in the immediate area.

Just returned from a fab 2 nights in the Shepherds Hut. It is in great location, only 5 mins walk into town but completely private with a lovely garden to sit in. Having a parking space was a real bonus. Plenty of things to do in Skipton. The hut is cosy, and surprisingly spacious. It has all the amenities you need. It certainly ticked all the boxes I wanted, for a different kind of break. I would not hesitate to recommend or return if in the area. Mark and Kay are lovely hosts
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10/10 Excellent

Mick

Awesomw

beautiful setting for our short break, private, clean, well equipped and very close to all amenities. Lovely host who looked after us superbly, thanks Mark.
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10/10 Excellent

Katie

Extremely enjoyable

The accommodation was beautiful and comfortable. The surrounding gardens and setting was very pleasant and the welcome from Mark very nice.
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

Amazing

Everything! Always extremely clean, the breakfast hampers are wonderful & always really friendly and helpful! Such a great location with only a short walk to skipton centre.
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Blissfully relaxing, and comfortable.

A Shepherd's hut with every facility and comfort you could ever need, and the beauty of it's surroundings.
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10/10 Excellent

Anne

Cosy and relaxing

The surroundings and proximity to shops restaurants skipton castle and the townhall which houses the museum which is well worth a visit all within walking distance
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10/10 Excellent

Ian

Fabulous accommodation in a great location

The Shepard’s Hut was very cosy and well equipped for 2 people. The host - Mark was very friendly and welcoming and knowledgeable about local places to eat and drink etc. Accommodation was a 2 minute walk away from the town centre / castle. I would most definitely stay here again.
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Shepherd Hut power !

This was an amazing place to stay. So well looked after and the shepherd hut whilst close by feels cozily remote. Best nights sleep of my adult life lol. I was fully restored the next day which was handy because I was house hunting :)
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10/10 Excellent

Sue

There’s a first time for everything

On arrival we received a warm welcome from Mark the owner, he was feeding his chickens that live in the field with the sheep which set the scene. Staying in a Shepherd’s Hut was a first for us. It was portrayed well in the photos but it was actually cuter in reality & bigger than anticipated. We had everything we needed in the hut plus more with the addition of the gorgeous handmade sheep quilt on the bed It was a fabulous first time experience for us. Thanks for a lovely mid week break
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10/10 Excellent

Mike

Lovely & cosy, great location, lovely garden position.

12/09/23 3 Night Stay. Good Communication from Mark . Great location close to the centre of town, but far enough away to be peaceful. Lovely garden to sit and enjoy an early morning cuppa. Nice walk to Skipton moor straight out the back garden gate, which had stunning views over Skipton town and over the Dales beyond. Lovely walks through Skipton woods, so peaceful. The Castle is well worth a visit. Plenty of cafes and other places to eat. Castle Inn served good meals with big hearty portions.
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10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Charming peaceful shepherds hut

Wow.. What a lovely stay in Shepherds hut. Mark and Kay are great hosts very friendly and informative. We stayed in the hut for 5 nights and was a great base for Skipton. The bed was extremely comfy and so relaxing for a peaceful nights sleep. Only 5 minutes walk to Skipton town centre. Can't wait to stay again next year. The garden is lovely too with little visitors, from robins to squirrels.
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Comfortable & Quaint Shepherds Hut

Beautifully made inside with kitchen,comfy bed,large shower,heater & wood burner,everything you need inside this lovely place. A beautiful private garden with a view of the church with the sun setting.
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10/10 Excellent

Anne

Birthday treat

We stayed in the shepherd's hut for 3 nights for a birthday celebration. The but was lovely and Mark and Kay were very friendly and helpful.
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Fabulous

The Shepherds Hut is perfect for a short break. It is well equipped, a comfortable bed and is spotlessly clean. We would love to visit again as it is very handy for Skipton, Harrogate, Ilkley etc
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10/10 Excellent

Lee

Delightful little get away.

A little break from home life. A few drinks in a nice town and a tiny creature comfort place to stay.
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10/10 Excellent

Angie

Lovely shepherds hut

Stayed here for one lovely night. Smashing place with lovely space. Will definitely come back soon.
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10/10 Excellent

Katie

Ideal setting for a restful stay

We had a wonderful stay in the shepherds hut in the garden. We have stayed at the b&b at the Bailey before so thought we would try the shepherds hut and were not disappointed. It’s gorgeous
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10/10 Excellent

Anjelee

Shepherd's Delight

With an entrance separate from, but close enough to, the main buildings and its own garden the Shepherd's Hut is an unusual treat. Cosy without feeling at all confined it was warm, comfortable and stylish with a well thought out layout making more than we would have though possible of the space. The kitchen fully met our needs. The bed was full sized. The bathroom is as large as in most B&Bs and spotless. Mark and Kay were friendly, knowledgeable and helpful without being at all intrusive.
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10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Fantastic!

We had a wonderful stay. The Shepherds Hut was very clean and cosy, despite it being frosty outside we didn’t feel the cold at all! Mark was a great host - very friendly and polite. We have recommended the place to a friends and we hope to be able to stay here again soon!
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10/10 Excellent

Gareth

A hidden Yorkshire gem

A lovely, cosy, stopover whilst supporting family/ support bubble.

About the host

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As can be seen from our wonderful reviews and awards, we are all about making our guests feel special. The Bailey offers secluded perfection but in the heart of this wonderful market town, the gateway to the Yorkshire Dales and officially the happiest place to live in the UK.

Mark has spent 30 years in Corporate Banking – but decided that the trouble with the rat race is that even if you win the race, you are still a rat. He always dreamt of running a holiday business and decided enough was enough. When bankers became the new traffic wardens it was time for a change. Mark is the lead cellist with Leeds Symphony Orchestra and plays cornet in Otley and Skipton Brass Bands. He is a keen fell runner and cyclist.

Kay is a practising physiotherapist dividing her time between paediatric patients and her true love, veterinary physio. She qualified with a masters in veterinary physio this year and has launched a new business in Skipton – The Dog Physio.

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