Skipton, Yorkshire Dales

Aaru House

Sleeps 8

4 Bedrooms

4 Bathrooms

Formerly the estate’s Priest house, this charming country retreat provides the perfect base for family getaway with a host of activities and adventures to explore from the doorstep.

Located on a magnificent private estate in the Yorkshire Dales, Aaru House welcomes you to enjoy a peaceful and serene retreat within a 3,000-acre estate. Brimming with character and charm, enjoy spending quality time together in the cosy living space, relaxing in the elegant orangery and dining alfresco in the garden when the sun is shining. Guests of all holiday homes at the estate have access to excellent facilities including an indoor swimming pool, a restaurant serving complimentary breakfast each weekday, and a range of family-friendly activities.

Why we love this

Sip drinks and dine together in the bright and spacious orangery
A variety of family-friendly activities and experiences on the estate
Free breakfast at the on-site restaurants every weekday

Key Features

Dog-friendly

Hot tub

Heated indoor pool

Countryside views

Enclosed garden

Garden

Electric car charging

Wood burner

Parking

Pub within walking distance

Private parking

Sauna

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Why Book with Us

Book with Confidence

Our properties are handpicked and inspected in person before listing, and we regularly review them for quality control and your peace of mind.

Best Price Guarantee

We only work with the best owners, so in the rare event you find one of our properties listed elsewhere for less, we’ll refund you the difference. *

Exceptional Service

Our award-winning Guest Services team will not only help you find your dream holiday but will support you through every step of your stay.

Step inside the light and airy entrance hall and into the formal dining room where you will be greeted by a feature fireplace and a dining table that is made for sociable meals and special occasions. Meanwhile, the beautifully refurbished sitting room comprises two sumptuous sofas and an armchair. Relax here with a crisp glass of champagne in hand or a book from the selection provided.

Should you wish to work remotely throughout your stay, there is also a handy study with a desk.

Next door is the country-style kitchen with all the essentials including a dishwasher, induction hob and double oven. There is also a three-seater breakfast bar, perfect for breakfast or a quick bite to eat.

Adjacent to the kitchen is a beautiful orangery, designed to maximise the rolling countryside views, with an additional dining table and a comfortable, L-shaped sofa.

Upstairs, you'll find four super-king en-suite bedrooms, each designed with calming colour tones and soft linen sheets. All of the beds are zip and link, so can be made into twin rooms on request.

Outside, there is a stunning walled kitchen garden with raised flower beds and a selection of herbs and plants. Along with this, there is a delightful seating area, perfectly placed for admiring the idyllic countryside vistas while dining alfresco.

The estate offers a fantastic selection of indoor and outdoor experiences to make your stay special.

Indoor pool suite
Yoga classes
Walking trails
Bike rides in the Dales
Mountain biking
Forest bathing
Woodland dining
Wild swimming
Woodland sauna

And so much more. Get in touch with our Guest Services team to find out more or pre-book.

Self-check-in.

We plant a tree for every booking we make to help offset some of the carbon emissions generated by our stays.

Check-in: from 16:00
Check-out: by 10:00

Deposit: Bookings are subject to a non-refundable deposit of 30% of the booking value plus applicable booking fees with the balance payable 60 days before the date of travel.

Accidental Damage Deposit: To maintain the highest standards in our properties, guests will need to pay a refundable Accidental Damage Deposit of £250 prior to their stay. An advance payment as detailed in the booking summary can be made to waive this requirement.

No smoking/vaping
Please keep noise to a minimum
Up to 2 dogs are permitted with an additional fee of £25 per dog
Children of all ages are welcome

Bespoke your stay

Stay your way with our bespoke travel service. Our Guest Services team are available to tailor-make your holiday matching you with the perfect property and provide personalised recommendations on anything from local restaurants to unforgettable experiences.

Swimming

Tennis

Cycling

Hiking

Horse riding

Walking

Yoga

Fishing

Golf

Spa experiences

Outdoor dining

Cooking classes

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Location

The neighbourhood

The Utopia restaurant in the Walled Garden provides a complimentary weekday breakfast, while the Bull Pub and Restaurant at the edge of the estate offers homemade locally sourced food. Please note, guests get a 15% discount on food and drink for groups up to 6 guests.

Skipton is just 3 miles away and a lively market town is renowned for its meandering canals, the magnificent Skipton Castle which dates back over 900 years, unique independent shops offering a variety of handmade crafts and local produce, and excellent rail connections with direct trains to Leeds, Bradford, and beyond.