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The owner lives on-site/nearby. There are steps to the property. Suitable for up to 2 pets A fantastic location set within the 600 year old Sheriff Hutton Castle ruins. A truly unique location. Explore the ground, or just sit and marvel at the view.. 1 step to entrance. All on the Ground Floor: Living room/kitchen: Electric Hob, Fridge/Freezer Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet Separate Toilet.. Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen and towels included. Welcome pack. Front garden with sitting-out area, garden furniture and firepit. Bike store. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. Welcome to The Shepherds Hut, a truly unique, pet-friendly retreat for two, tucked beneath the spectacular 600-year-old ruins of Sheriff Hutton Castle. This cosy hideaway delivers serious wow factor, a perfect digital detox with no Wi-Fi and no TV, offering the chance to switch off completely. The open-plan space includes a comfortable double bed, a compact kitchen with electric hob and fridge/freezer, and a shower. Just a few steps away is a second, smaller shepherds hut housing two toilets and a sink for added convenience. Outside, relax on the decking with seating and a fire pit as you soak up uninterrupted views of the ancient castle walls. The setting is steeped in remarkable history. Marvel at the ruins once home to Richard III, and where Mary Queen of Scots is rumoured to have paused on her fated journey to London. A short walk brings you into Sheriff Hutton village, home to a well-stocked store and a fantastic pub serving excellent food and local ales. beyond the village, the Howardian Hills Area of Natural Beauty offers rolling countryside, scenic walking, cycling routes, and abundant wildlife—bring your binoculars! Castle Howard lies just a short drive away, hosting cultural events throughout the year and its famous Christmas extravaganza. The vibrant City of York is only 25 minutes away, offering York Minster, the Jorvik Vi...