Nestled within sweeping countryside in an AONB yet only 15 miles from the historic city of York, The Grey Shed in Crayke is perfectly placed for spontaneous escapes and soothing sojourns. Welcoming up to two guests and two dogs, it inspires a romantic reel of hygge-filled moments to lift the soul. Flooded with natural light, the open-plan, Scandi-chic interiors are especially easy to fall in love with, finished with sumptuous furnishings and warmed by underfloor heating. Meanwhile, the daydream continues outside, where a private garden gives way to fruit-filled orchards, wildflower meadows and open countryside beyond. Relax by the crackling Burley wood burner, picnic under star-studded skies, and lose yourself to cityscapes and moorland scenes, all from our hideaway for the dreamers.
Living
Wonderfully spacious, the open-plan, double-height living area at The Grey Shed encompasses a lounge, kitchen, and dining space. Clad in Nordic white wood walls, minimalist interiors adorned with vintage touches, curating in a cosy space for gathering and relaxing. The epitome of calm, this space benefits from large Crittall-style doors and windows which bathe rustic features in golden light. Lounge upon the Loaf sofa or settle on the rattan swing chair and idle away the hours, watching a film on the Smart TV or lost in the pages of a novel. To spin a cinematic soundtrack, play your favourite playlist through the Bluetooth speaker/sound bar or the B&O stereo and vinyl collection. For extra cosiness, you'll find underfloor heating throughout.
Eating and dining
Merging with the living area, the Scandi-inspired kitchen and dining area set an atmospheric scene for brunches and suppers at home. The deVOL kitchen features a Silestone worktop and vintage workbench island, creating plenty of space for rustling up feasts and gathering over a bottle of something special. Tastefully presented, everything you could need is provided for culinary prep, including a dishwasher, Bertazzoni cooker with induction hob, Smeg fridge and freezer and more. There's also a Nespresso machine for those aromatic morning blends. For dining in comfort and style, an oversized table with a vintage two-seater bench and four chairs reside under industrial pendant lights, ready for feasting together.
For extra convenience, a utility room can be found with a washing machine, tumble dryer, Butler sink, boot store and more - perfect for shedding layers after blustery moorland walks.
Sleeping and bathing
A soothing colour palette imbues the mezzanine bedroom with a real sense of serenity. Beckoning for moments of pure relaxation, it balances minimalist design, earthy flourishes and sumptuous furnishings for utmost cosiness. Set under a skylight, a super-king Divan bed, hanging rail, chest of drawers and Roberts radio paint the picture, while completing the scene is a freestanding, rolltop bath set within the eaves.
The main bathroom is located on the ground floor and harmonises slate-grey hues with white wood panelling. Well appointed, it has a large walk-in, rainfall shower and is warmed by toasty underfloor heating. On the first-floor mezzanine, a rolltop bath awaits for soothing soaks after hours of adventure.
Outside space
Enveloped by stunning North Yorkshire countryside in an AONB, the views from The Grey Shed beckon for outside living. Just lovely for those slow-paced mornings and balmy evenings kissed by a low sun, the garden features a dining table and bench, two loungers and a firepit BBQ. Festooned in twinkling lights, this sheltered suntrap provides a wonderfully private space for basking in nature or admiring starry nights. Beyond the garden, you can also make the most of access to wildflower meadows and fruit orchards, where mown paths lead to two further lounge chairs in the orchard inviting you to sit back, relax and enjoy the pastoral vistas and sunsets over the valley.
Parking
Private, off-road parking is available for two vehicles.
Babies and children
Babes in arms are welcome at The Grey Shed and a travel cot and highchair are available upon request.
Dogs
One large dog or two small/medium dogs are welcome at The Grey Shed. Spare dog bowls and towels can be provided upon request. Please note, there is an additional fee per dog, per week or short break.
In the Area
In the foodie capital of the North, The Grey Shed benefits from one of the richest spreads of world-class restaurants in the country. Topping the menu are The Black Swan in Oldstead, Star Inn in Harome and Grantley Hall in Ripon - each flourishing a well-deserved Michelin star. Closer to home, the fabulous, 300-year-old Durham Ox in Crayke is within walking distance of your front door and serves up delectable dishes of seasonal favourites. For decadence in a China teacup, head to Betty's tea rooms in York, an iconic North Yorkshire patisserie and café. If you can't wait to soak up nature's calming balm, an expansive web of footpaths treats you to a never-ending choice of walks. From the hummocky sweep of the Howardian Hills AONB to the heather-strewn moorland of the North York Moors, and from the valleys of the Yorkshire Dales to the beaches of the Yorkshire Coast, there's something, and somewhere, for everyone to enjoy nearby. For insight into the area's past, trips to Fountains Abbey in Ripon, Castle Howard just outside York and Rievaulx Abbey near Helmsley are highly recommended. Meanwhile, for boutique shopping and cocktail sipping, a visit to York is a must. For those looking to travel by train from London, York Station provides a direct connection which takes just under two hours.
