Escape to The Helmsley Retreat, a luxurious 5* cottage within the North York Moors National Park. Enjoy open-plan living with a kitchen area featuring an oven, microwave and coffee machine or unwind in the hot tub and sauna for four in your private spa garden.
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Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
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About this property
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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
The Helmsley Retreat
The Helmsley Retreat is a beautifully presented cottage, just a short stroll from the main market square of Helmsley within the North York Moors National Park.. Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: 50" Smart TV, Smart Speaker, Sound System
Shower Room: Shower, Toilet. Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Full Fibre Wi-Fi included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate available on request. Welcome pack and doggy extras. Enclosed garden with patio and garden furniture. Hot tub for 4 and sauna (private). Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. This luxurious, 5* cottage is ideal for a small family or a couple’s holiday, and your four-legged friends are welcome too. Benefitting from off road parking, this pièce de résistance is hidden away in the enclosed Spa Garden which has a top-of-the-range hot tub and a sauna, as well as seating for al fresco dining. Entering from the hallway into the open plan living area, the chef in the family will be delighted with the kitchen layout and quality of accessories available. The living/dining area is light and airy with a TV, perfect for cosy nights in. With high quality furniture and a deep corner sofa, the seating area is perfect to watch a movie or listen to your favourite tunes from the SONOS speaker. There are two bedrooms upstairs, one with king-size bed, the other with a double bed. The bathroom with a modern walk in shower completes the picture. This luxury property really has been designed with guests’ comfort in mind.
The centre of the market town of Helmsley is just a short walk away and is known as the jewel in Yorkshire’s crown. The many individual shops, art galleries, microbrewery and plethora of cafés and eateries will keep you entertained for days. The stately home of Duncombe Park is a short stroll away along with Helmsley Castle and the award-winning National Centre for Birds of Prey. As the central meeting point for three walking routes, including the Cleveland Way, Helmsley is a mecca for walkers and cyclists alike. The central market square is a focal meeting point where you can find visitors and locals passing the time and enjoying watching the world pass by. The historic city of York and the Dales town of Thirsk are a short drive away, and the seaside towns of Whitby and Scarborough are within easy reach. You will definitely want to return to this lovely cottage. Beach 30 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 350 yards.
Please note: This is a dog only property.
Free WiFi
Only dogs allowed at the property.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Rules
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the area
York is home to this cottage. Ampleforth College Golf Club and Easingwold Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo and Helmsley Arts Centre. Yorkshire Lavender and The Dutch House are also worth visiting. Visit our Helmsley travel guide
Situated in York, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of North York Moors National Park and Helmsley Arts Centre. Duncombe Park and Cleveland Way are also within 10 minutes.
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The Helmsley Retreat Reviews
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Great base for exploring north Yorkshire. Short walk to local pubs and shops.
Lesley Robson
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jane French
8 Feb 2026
What a treat to have a private spa in our little garden! We enjoyed our week in Helmsley.
What a treat to have a private spa in our little garden! We enjoyed our week in Helmsley. The locals were remarkably friendly and the town has an impressive range of independent shops. It's also well located for visits to Castle Howard, York, Rievaulx Abbey etc. The house is in a quiet cul de sac, but it's only a couple of minutes' walk into the market square. It's a very peaceful place to stay.
Jane French
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Terry Franks
8 Dec 2025
Found the cottage in pristine condition, everything we needed was provided.
Found the cottage in pristine condition, everything we needed was provided. It’s a short walk to the Town Square with a supermarket, several pubs and cafes galore. It’s ideally situated to explore Yorkshire and the amenities provided at the cottage allow you to relax on an evening. I’m looking forward to revisiting the Helmsley Retreat in 2025