Embark on a serene escape to the heart of North Yorkshire with a stay at Cedar Retreats, where luxury meets the tranquillity of nature. Imagine unwinding in a sumptuous lodge, complete with your own outdoor hot tub, providing the perfect sanctuary for relaxation.
These lodges offer a variety of accommodation options, sleeping between two to six people, making them ideal for couples, families, or small groups seeking a blend of comfort and elegance. Each lodge is equipped with modern amenities, including a smart TV, Wi-Fi, and a full kitchen, ensuring a home-from-home experience.
Step outside onto your private decking, furnished for al fresco dining or simply to bask in the picturesque surroundings. The lodges are double glazed and centrally heated, ensuring year-round comfort, while the inclusion of bed linen, duvets, and towels adds a touch of convenience to your stay.
For those wishing to bring their furry friends, select lodges welcome pets, ensuring no one is left behind on your countryside retreat. Experience the ultimate in relaxation and create lasting memories in this idyllic setting.
Boutique and spacious luxury lodge, perfect for a romantic escape. This lodge boasts one master double with en suite bathroom with bath and separate shower. Light and spacious open-plan living/dining area with shaker style kitchen and doors leading to a patio with outdoor hot tub.Images are representative and may not be the specific accommodation assigned on booking.
Boutique and spacious luxury lodge, perfect for a romantic escape. This lodge boasts one master double with en suite bathroom with bath and separate shower. Light and spacious open-plan living/dining area with shaker style kitchen and doors leading to a patio with outdoor hot tub.Images are representative and may not be the specific accommodation assigned on booking.
A stunning luxury lodge, perfect for a couples retreat or family break. This boutique and spacious lodge boasts one master double with en suite shower and one twin. Family bathroom with bath with overhead shower. Light and spacious open-plan living/dining area with shaker style kitchen and doors leading to a patio with outdoor hot tub.Images are representative and may not be the specific accommodation assigned on booking.
A stunning luxury lodge, perfect for a couples retreat or family break. This boutique and spacious lodge boasts two doubles, one with en suite shower and one twin and a family bathroom with bath with overhead shower. Light and spacious open-plan living/dining area with shaker style kitchen and doors leading to a patio with outdoor hot tub.Images are representative and may not be the specific accommodation assigned on booking.
A stunning luxury lodge, perfect for a couples retreat or family break. This boutique and spacious lodge boasts two doubles, one with en suite shower, one twin and a family bathroom with bath with overhead shower. Light and spacious open-plan living/dining area with shaker style kitchen and doors leading to a patio area with outdoor hot tub.Images are representative and may not be the specific accommodation assigned on booking.
A stunning luxury lodge, perfect for a couples retreat or family break. This boutique and spacious lodge boasts one master double with en suite shower and one twin. Family bathroom with bath with overhead shower. Light and spacious open-plan living/dining area with shaker style kitchen and doors leading to a patio with outdoor hot tub. No pets.Images are representative and may not be the specific accommodation assigned on booking.
During your stay, you'll have convenient access to a selection of nearby amenities, including some of the area's tastiest takeout options. Click any of the postcodes for a map along with handy driving instructions and the fastest route from your accommodation.
| Service | Distance (miles) | Postcode |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacy | 2.5 miles | HG4 5AA |
| Train Station (Thirsk) | 8 miles | YO7 1PZ |
| Pub (The Bull Inn) | 0.2 miles | HG4 5JH |
| Dog Walk | Hackfall Woods | 4.5 miles |
| Supermarket (Sainsbury's) | 6 miles | HG4 2SB |
| Indian Takeaway (Spice of Bengal) | 6 miles | HG4 2AJ |
| Chinese Takeaway (Golden Dragon) | 6 miles | HG4 2AL |
| Italian Takeaway (Mario's) | 6 miles | HG4 2AT |
The best-known attractions within an easy drive of Cedar Retreats, with real driving times.
Sat nav: HG4 3HT
A family adventure park in North Yorkshire countryside, with roller coasters, classic rides and a lake setting.
Lightwater Valley is a family adventure park in North Stainley, near Ripon, set in 175 acres of North Yorkshire countryside. It began in 1969 as a self-pick fruit farm and grew into a theme park, and it was once home to The Ultimate, billed as the longest roller coaster in the world.
Tip: Book tickets online in advance, before midnight the day before your visit, to get the online discount rather than the on-the-day price.
Sat nav: DL8 4TJ
A maze of tunnels, grottoes and quirky sculptures in the Yorkshire Dales, voted Europe's best 20th-century folly.
The Forbidden Corner is a folly garden in the Tupgill Park Estate at Coverham in Coverdale, inside the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Built in the 1980s as a private pleasure garden, it opened to the public in 1997. The Folly Fellowship voted it the best European folly of the 20th century.
Tip: Check the official website before you go to see how tickets are booked.
Sat nav: HG4 3DY
Historic England calls it the best preserved of English abbeys, set in a landscaped water garden.
Fountains Abbey is a ruined Cistercian monastery near Ripon, founded in 1132 and dissolved in 1539. Historic England describes it as the best preserved of English abbeys and the finest picturesque ruin. The abbey church and many of the monastery buildings survive, including the chapter house, refectory and lay brothers' dormitory.
Tip: Check the National Trust website for current opening days before you set off, as winter closures apply. The West Gate car park gives level access to the abbey, while the walk down from the visitor centre is steep.
Sat nav: DL8 4QL
A huge Norman keep in Wensleydale, once the childhood home of Richard III.
Middleham Castle is a ruined fortress in the Yorkshire Dales, built around one of the biggest Norman keeps in England. In the 15th century the powerful Neville family added luxurious chambers around it, earning the castle the nickname "Windsor of the North". It was also the childhood home of King Richard III.
Tip: Head up to the keep's viewing platform for the best views over Wensleydale, and book tickets in advance online.
Sat nav: HG4 5AE
A Grade I listed house by the River Ure with big gardens, a miniature railway and a teddy bear house.
Newby Hall is a Grade I listed country house beside the River Ure, near Ripon. Built in the 1690s, its interiors were remodelled in the 1760s to designs that include work by Robert Adam and John Carr, and it holds a collection of furniture and paintings. The house is visited on a guided tour.
Tip: Dogs are generally not allowed in the gardens or woodland (assistance dogs excepted), so leave pets at the lodge; there's a small dog exercise area by the picnic area.
Sat nav: YO7 1PL
Step inside the real Thirsk home and surgery of the vet behind All Creatures Great and Small.
The World of James Herriot fills the original 1940s home and veterinary surgery of Alf Wight at 23 Kirkgate in Thirsk, known in the books as Skeldale House. You walk through the restored family rooms, the cramped consulting room and the dispensary packed with old remedies, then out to the garden with its memorial statue.
Tip: There's no cafe on site, so plan lunch in Thirsk marketplace, a two-minute walk away.
Sat nav: LS8 2ER
A walk through rainforest, mangrove and desert glasshouses with meerkats, crocodiles and free-flying butterflies.
Tropical World is a licensed zoo in Roundhay Park, Leeds, made up of climate-controlled glass houses that each recreate a tropical environment. You start in the butterfly house, where butterflies fly freely around a swampy setting with terrapins, koi and Morelet's crocodiles. From there you move into an Aztec-themed aquarium with stingrays, octopus, seahorses, piranhas and poison dart frogs.
Tip: Free parking is close by, a short walk away, and buses 2 and 12 stop right outside. Dogs, including assistance dogs, are not allowed inside.
Sat nav: HG3 3AY
A 14th-century castle with walled gardens, hot houses and a deer park, just north of Harrogate.
Ripley Castle is a Grade I listed 14th-century country house, three miles north of Harrogate on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. It has been the Ingilby family seat for centuries, with a history that includes the Gunpowder Plot and the Civil War.
Tip: Check the Ripley Castle website for current opening and castle tour availability before you travel, as the estate has been put up for sale. Parking is charged.
Drive times are typical times by car with no traffic. Check opening times and book tickets on each attraction's own website before you go.
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42 reviews from guests who stayed at Cedar Retreats
We have just spent 2 weeks at Cedar Retreats in a very nice 3 bedroom Swinton Lodge. We stayed at number 2. It is a very well kept site. The lodges are well kept and have lovely hottubs . Located in a good position for getting out and about. Site is quiet and the staff are friendly and helpful. I would definitely recommend for a relaxing break
Lovely spacious lodge overlooking the pond. Peaceful. Would recommend.
Fantastic stay, facilities clean, well presented and has everything we need
Bed mattress is well past it - hard to sleep comfortably.
Beautiful location clean tidy fantastic countryside and things to do in Yorkshire
This lodge must be in one of the best spots on the site
Stunning lodge, very comfortable, clean and high spec fittings.
Some furniture a bit tired but we didn't care. Lodge was class. Beds comfy. Lots of cutlery etc. Really good. Space for 2 cars easily.
The lodge had everything you needed the grandkids loved the hot tub will definitely be back
As said in the last part the Lodge is luxury - comfiest beds I've had on holiday too!
Lodge was very spacious and comfortable. Was great that the second bedroom was big enough for full size singles and the living/kitchen area was well appointed. Some of the furniture and fittings were a little tired but this didnt affect us much.
Perfect base to enjoy the stunning countryside nearby.
View fab, location great, lodge well equipped just needed a good dust
Lovely place, great spot, well kitted out, just a bit dusty inside.
Really enjoyed our stay, the lodge was spot on!
Lovely environment with friendly wildlife
Charming spot, will visit again
Overall, we had a lovely stay at the lodge. It was well-equipped and comfortable, with the hot tub being a real highlight. The only minor issue was the shortage of toilet rolls - with four of us, two rolls didnt quite cover it. Apart from that, everything was spot on and we genuinely enjoyed our time there. Would definitely recommend!
Cozy stay, loved it
Really dated and unclean.
Initially, we needed to do a quick clean when we arrived, but it was nothing serious. The cabin was spacious and really lovely. We had such a great time, its a shame to leave!
Overall pretty decent stay, but we ran out of towels and toilet paper. Reception was closed, so unsure if we could have asked for extras.
Really enjoyed our stay! The lodge was spotless and the setting was stunning. Staff were super friendly. Can't wait to come back and recommend it! Thanks!
We really enjoyed our stay here. The lodge was spotless and well-maintained and the hot tub was a lovely bonus. The quietness suited us perfectly and the walks right from the door were fantastic. Plus, the village has a couple of cosy spots to grab a drink or bite to eat - just a mile away. Definitely recommend for a relaxing getaway!
Really enjoyed our stay, the place was spotless and felt super cosy. Quiet spot too! Hot tub was fab.
Really enjoyed our stay, highly recommend it!
The lodge was really lovely, spacious rooms and an amazing view of the lake. Everything we needed was there plus a fantastic hot tub!
We stayed at this lodge recently and honestly, its lovely. The hot tub was definitely a highlight! Some furniture might need a refresh, but everything else was spot on - clean, functional and well-equipped with all the appliances. The heating was a bit unpredictable, but the place stayed cosy enough. Wed come back!
The cabin had pretty much everything we needed and the decking was a real highlight - loved knowing our dog was safe. The staff were super friendly and welcoming. The hot tub was a bit temperamental, but overall, wed definitely come back for another stay!
Really enjoyed our stay
Was a lovely park, lots of space & super location for exploring the Dales.
Very peaceful surroundings
Lovely peaceful lodges, our second visit here. Great location and loads to do within a short drive. Highly recommend a visit to Fountains Abbey!
Possibly the best lodge we have been too. It was absolutely immaculate and very spacious. The views over the lake are beautiful and the hot tub is large and is checked every day. Staff were friendly and the location is perfect for families. There’s so much to do within a 10 minute drive. We had a fantastic holiday and will definitely be back.
We had a wonderful short break in lovely surroundings. Thank you
Perfect….staff are very helpful….
Fantastic place.
spent a week there, lodges and site were clean and just what we expected , nice and quiet, lodges very well equiped and spacious , could not fault the site or the lodge .Had a brilliant week viviting ork and the surrounding area . would def recomend this site and lodge.
Loved every minute of it. Perfect get away for a chilled one, nice and clean. Staff was so lovely and helpful. We definitely will be back.
Lodges are very well appointed.
A beautiful lodge, the site is also lovely in a quiet location , it was so peaceful , the standard of accommodation was excellent and I would highly recommend this to anyone , gorgeous part of the world
If you need peace and a chill zone this is it
