Owl Lodge – Self-Catering near York
Peaceful Countryside SettingLimited Time – 5% discount on 3+ night stays
About Owl Lodge at Field House Farm
Escape to our adults-only holiday lodge, nestled in a peaceful corner of our small farm just 8 miles south of York. Designed for two adults, the spacious lodge also welcomes up to two small dogs or one large dog, provided they are well behaved. Enjoy tranquil surroundings, local wildlife, and scenic walks to Skipwith Common or The Drovers Arms pub. You can view the Lodge gallery to see more of the accommodation and its setting.
📍 Location & Booking
- York City Centre – 8 miles
- Park & Ride & York Designer Outlet – 7.3 miles
- Online Booking – Select dates and click "Check Availability" A 20% deposit secures your stay.
🏡 Lodge Features & Amenities
- Spacious Open-Plan Layout – Kitchen, dining, and lounge area
- Bedroom – King-size bed, luxury mattress, wardrobes, bedside tables, wall-mounted TV
- Bathroom – Large walk-in shower with adjustable & fixed showerheads
- Kitchen – Fully equipped (kettle, toaster, microwave, gas hob, fan-assisted oven)
- Entertainment – 40" Smart TV
- Outdoor Space – Dedicated grass area and patio for the sole use of Owl Lodge guests, with table, chairs, parasol and fire pit with cooking grill (charcoal & logs can be purchased onsite).
- Heating – Double-glazed, winter-insulated, central heating + extra fire
- Parking – Outside the Lodge.
✅ Convenience Features
- Included – Dishwasher, bed linen, towels, tea towels, washing-up liquid, handwash, shampoo & body wash (for 2 adults). Iron, ironing board & clothes airer
- Laundry Facilities – Washing machine (£4/load) & tumble dryer (£4.50/45 min)
- Wi-Fi – Free (20-60 Mbps, but rural location may affect reliability)
🌿 Scenic Walks & Wildlife
🚶 Walks – 2 miles of off-road paths to Skipwith Village, Skipwith Common & The Drovers Arms (maps provided, no signposts).
🦉 Wildlife Sightings – Barn Owl, Little Owl, Red Kite, Deer, Cuckoo, Woodpecker & more.
⚠️ Important Information
- Adults-Only – No children permitted
- Smoking & Vaping – Not permitted in or near the Lodge
- Pets – Up to 2 small dogs or 1 large dog welcome. Dogs must be kept on a lead outdoors and not left unattended
- Mobile Signal – Available on site, though coverage varies by network due to our rural location (O2 generally performs best).
- Long-Term Stays – Not available
🐑 Garden & Surroundings
The garden is not enclosed and sheep graze in the surrounding fields. As this is a working rural environment, dogs must be kept under close control at all times.
By booking, you agree to our Booking Conditions
Information Pack
A guest information pack is available in the lodge and online, providing useful information to help you make the most of your stay, including:
- Local walks and places to explore
- Dog-friendly attractions and days out
- Visitor attractions and tourism information
- Local shops, pubs, cafés and tearooms
Local Shops
- McColl's (Morrisons Daily) – Riccall (approx. 3 miles)
- York Road Garage (Spar) – Riccall (approx. 3 miles)
- Mounfield's Award-Winning Butcher – Bubwith
Tearooms & Cafés
- Olivia's Tearoom (Riccall) - 5 miles (open 7 days, check website)
- The Garden Gate (within the Garden Centre at Osgodby) - 6 miles
Pubs & Takeaways:
- The Drovers Arms (Skipwith) – 1 mile (open 7 days, check website)
- The Fat Abbot (Escrick) – 3 miles
- The Happy Haddock – <5 miles (closed Mon & Sun)
- Sangthai – 3 miles (eat-in/takeaway)
If you discover somewhere you think other guests would enjoy, we'd love to hear your recommendations!
Sunday Lunch at The Drovers Arms
Owl Lodge – The Story Behind the Name
Why did we choose this name for our self-catering accommodation? If you keep your eyes peeled around the field, you might just spot Little Owls perched on the fence posts or a Barn Owl gracefully hunting. As night falls, listen out for the call of the Tawny Owl—sometimes, they even settle in the oak tree near the lodge.