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3 bedroom accommodation in Spaunton, near Lastingham
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom
1 King Bed
Bedroom
1 Double Bed
Bedroom
2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom
Bathroom
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
3 bedroom accommodation in Spaunton, near Lastingham
Enjoy a leisurely journey on the North York Moors Steam Railway, which departs just 10 miles from the property.. 1 step to entrance.
All on the Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, CD Player, DVD Player, Bluetooth Speaker, French Doors Leading To Garden
Dining area.
Kitchen area: (2 Steps), Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Biomass underfloor central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Cot and highchair available on request. Enclosed lawned garden with patio, BBQ and garden furniture. Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking.. Situated within the North Yorkshire Moors National Park, these carefully converted barns now provide two beautiful holiday cottages in a secluded, south facing, courtyard setting with stunning, uninterrupted views over Ryedale. Riccal Heads (ITS) has a large dining table which can seat 10 people, perfect if both properties are booked together. The area is excellent for both walking and cycling and the picturesque villages and quaint market towns await exploration. Hutton le Hole (1½ miles), is home to the Ryedale Folk Museum, giving an insight into traditions of the past, Helmsley
(10 miles) has a weekly market, an abundance of traditional teashops and the historic attractions of Duncombe Park, the Walled Garden and Norman castle ruins. Easily accessible is Dalby Forest with its 9 mile scenic drive and an award-winning visitor centre. The North York Moors Steam Railway offers a step back in time and a leisurely way to enjoy the scenery. Departing from Pickering
(10 miles) it passes through Goathland and Grosmont on its way to Whitby, with its stunning coastline and ancient abbey. Nunnington Hall, Castle Howard and Rievaulx Abbey are close by and the historic city of York just an hour’s drive away. Riding and golf available locally. Shop 5 miles, pub ¾ mile.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 8 guests.
Free WiFi
There is a large dining table to seat 10 if all properties are booked together to accommodate larger parties.
The property is located on a working farm.
Children must be supervised on site due to possible safety hazards.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
All on the Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, CD Player, DVD Player, Bluetooth Speaker, French Doors Leading To Garden
Dining area.
Kitchen area: (2 Steps), Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Biomass underfloor central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Cot and highchair available on request. Enclosed lawned garden with patio, BBQ and garden furniture. Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking.. Situated within the North Yorkshire Moors National Park, these carefully converted barns now provide two beautiful holiday cottages in a secluded, south facing, courtyard setting with stunning, uninterrupted views over Ryedale. Riccal Heads (ITS) has a large dining table which can seat 10 people, perfect if both properties are booked together. The area is excellent for both walking and cycling and the picturesque villages and quaint market towns await exploration. Hutton le Hole (1½ miles), is home to the Ryedale Folk Museum, giving an insight into traditions of the past, Helmsley
(10 miles) has a weekly market, an abundance of traditional teashops and the historic attractions of Duncombe Park, the Walled Garden and Norman castle ruins. Easily accessible is Dalby Forest with its 9 mile scenic drive and an award-winning visitor centre. The North York Moors Steam Railway offers a step back in time and a leisurely way to enjoy the scenery. Departing from Pickering
(10 miles) it passes through Goathland and Grosmont on its way to Whitby, with its stunning coastline and ancient abbey. Nunnington Hall, Castle Howard and Rievaulx Abbey are close by and the historic city of York just an hour’s drive away. Riding and golf available locally. Shop 5 miles, pub ¾ mile.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 8 guests.
Free WiFi
There is a large dining table to seat 10 if all properties are booked together to accommodate larger parties.
The property is located on a working farm.
Children must be supervised on site due to possible safety hazards.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 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
About the area
York
Located in York, this cottage is in a rural area. Ryedale Folk Museum and Rosedale Abbey are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at North York Moors National Park and Howardian Hills. Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo and North Yorkshire Moors Railway are also worth visiting.

Spaunton, near Lastingham
What's nearby
- North York Moors National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Ryedale Folk Museum - 3 min drive - 3.7 km
- North Yorkshire Moors Railway - 14 min drive - 16.3 km
- Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo - 21 min drive - 23.1 km
- York Minster - 47 min drive - 59.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Sun Inn - 11 min drive
- Costa Coffee - 12 min drive
- Nosh - 12 min drive
- Caffe Stop - 12 min drive
- The Black Swan - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10
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10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
From a partner site
9 Jan, 2026
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Emma
4 Nov, 2025
This was our second visit to Riccal Heads cottage.
Emma
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Christine H.
23 Oct, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect in every way.
Christine H.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Chris
19 Sept, 2020
After being out all day in the rain and coming back to a clean , warm and dry converted barn with al
Chris
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
John
15 Jul, 2020
This is a lovely cottage.
John
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca
1 Jul, 2020
T
Rebecca
From a partner site
8/10 Good
HEATH
29 Jun, 2020
Relaxing week in comfortable and well equipped barn conversion with lovely walks available from the
HEATH
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Neil
7 Jul, 2019
F
Neil
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Christine
3 Jul, 2019
Absolutely fantastic accommodation and lovely hosts.
Christine
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Robyn
30 May, 2019
Riccal Heads was the perfect place to stay on our visit to the North Yorkshire Moors.
Robyn
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Cathy
18 May, 2019
A great cottage in a wonderful location.
Cathy
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lucy
27 Apr, 2019
We were very pleased with Riccal Heads cottage.
Lucy
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Hayley
18 Mar, 2019
B
Hayley
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Mary
8 Mar, 2019
We really enjoyed having such a comfortable, clean and well-equipped base, brilliantly located for e
Mary
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Rosemary
4 Mar, 2019
We had a lovely week in this cottage.
Rosemary
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Yvonne
18 Feb, 2019
Beautiful place to stay.
Yvonne
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Anne
14 Nov, 2018
This is our second visit to Riccal heads.
Anne
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