Feel close to nature with a holiday in this quirky, dog-friendly shepherd’s hut that sleeps up to three guests. Enjoy a comfortable stay with cosy evenings by the fire in this property, with bright interiors and clever use of space throughout the design. Outside, you can admire views of the pond from the outdoor dining area. Explore the local area to find quaint English market towns and the scenic landscapes of the Yorkshire Dales National Park and the North Pennines. Climb four steps to enter the shepherd’s hut and find yourself in the stylish open-plan living space. On one side of the space is a compact one-wall kitchen with a hob and microwave to cook a homemade meal for your loved ones. Dine together at the window-side table with countryside views while the wood burner keeps you warm. On the other side of the space is a tailor-made bunk bed with a double on the lower level and a single on top. Completing the interior is a walk-in shower room with a WC. Outside, you’ll find a picnic bench. You can also hire a wood-fired hot tub on the grounds. While staying in the countryside on the outskirts of Gilling West, head into the village to find a traditional pub and a trickling beck. Spend a day in the vibrant market town of Richmond (3.5 miles) where you can visit the castle, taste the local cuisine and wander along the River Swale to Richmond Falls. Pack a picnic and venture into the Yorkshire Dales National Park to find the nearby cascading waterfalls of Aysgarth (21 miles) and the 1399 Bolton Castle (17.5 miles) which houses a tearoom. Also within reach is the North Pennines National Landscape (16 miles).