[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Old Back Kitchen at Bonfield Ghyll Farm Cottage in York with kitchen and fireplace ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78370000/78362500/78362415/9de87825.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78370000/78362500/78362415/dfa76229.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78370000/78362500/78362415/9370a603.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78370000/78362500/78362415/105bd73a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78370000/78362500/78362415/5db3fe6e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in the heart of North York Moors, The Old Back Kitchen at Bonfield Ghyll Farm offers a serene escape. Discover character-filled spaces like the living/dining room with its woodburner and Victorian cooking range, or unwind on private decking overlooking miles of open access moorland. Explore further with walks straight from the door and indulge in simple pleasures like homemade hot tubs for two. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Fireplace - Parking available - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Old Back Kitchen at Bonfield Ghyll Farm Perfect rural idyll with simple homemade hot tub and dog friendly. Perfect for a break away. Packed with character and original features.. Ground Floor: Living/dining room: Freeview TV, Woodburner Kitchen: Gas Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet First Floor: Bedroom: Galleried, Double (4ft 6in) Bed. Central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels included. Fuel for Wood-fired hot tub included in summer. Fuel supplement in winter. Welcome pack. . Garden with sitting-out area, garden furniture, BBQ and firepit (accessed through owner’s garden). Hot tub for 2 (private). 2 pets welcome, to be kept on a lead at all times (sheep country and working farm). Bike store. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. Please note: There are low doors throughout. The property has a natural water supply from a spring. The property is accessed via a rough track.. The Old Back Kitchen can be found at Bonfield Ghyll Farm, which sits high upon the North York Moors close to the pretty market town of Helmsley. This off-grid working sheep and beef farm is accessed via a rough farm track and has no mains electric or close neighbours; it forms part of the National Trust’s Bransdale Estate. There are walks straight from the door, through the wood, past the stream and out onto miles of open access moorland. The current tenants have sympathetically converted the old back kitchen and water house adjoining the main farmhouse to create an idyllic and romantic getaway from the stresses of everyday life. The property dates back to 1707 and retains many of its original features. Accessed by stone steps through a shared garden area, the entrance hall has exposed beams and plenty of space for storing coats and walking boots. The living/dining room is packed with character, including sloping quarry tile floors and the Victorian cooking range and wash copper (decorative only). With a new wood burning stove in the open hearth this room provides a real cosy feel for the colder winter months. The mezzanine with its double bed is tucked away in the rafters and is accessed via steep ladder stairs with handrails; whilst there is a good head height, taller guests need to be aware of a couple of low beams on the way up. The glow from the fire below casts magical shadows on the ceiling. With a deep filled mattress and lots of warming throws, this room will certainly provide you with a great night’s sleep after a long day exploring the National Park. The kitchen sits to the rear of the property and offers a modern gas cooker and hob, whistling kettle, microwave and small fridge freezer as well as the original shallow sink and a pretty upcycled dresser and breakfast table. The original features continue in the shower room with the original water trough that once supplied the farmhouse forming the shower tray! The stream that once ran through it has been diverted and now runs past the kitchen window, where you can watch a variety of bird life on the birdfeeder. The Old Back Kitchen really is the place for you if you want a break away from it all. The kitchen and entrance hall radiators, bathroom towel rail and hot water are heated by the wood fired Rayburn and water heating solar panels in the farmhouse, whilst the living room and a bedroom are heated via the wood burning stove. There is Wi-Fi signal up here, but it is not always 100% reliable and the TV reception can be a little hit and miss, but there are plenty of books to read, and board and card games to play; the owners have thought of everything. There’s even a pair of binoculars and bird books so you can spend a while enjoying the wildlife on offer within the National Park. The farm has no mains electric and generates power from an eco-friendly system comprising of a combination of solar panels and an Archimedes screw in the beck producing hydro-electricity. The lights run on LEDs and you will also find a low voltage hair dryer and travel steamer for you to use. There is sufficient electricity to charge phones, laptops and E bikes, but please do not bring any other appliances with you. After a long day walking or cycling within the National Park why not relax and enjoy a drink on the private decking or soothe aching muscles in your own home-made wood-fired hot tub with its barbeque grill; whilst it has no jets or bubbles, it does have simply stunning views across the valley, or up at the stars, as the North York Moors has Dark Sky status. Helmsley is 7 miles away and is more famously known as ‘the jewel in Yorkshire’s crown’. Here you can find an array of pubs, restaurants, tea rooms, independent shops and convenience stores. A little further afield are the historic cities of York and Whitby. The Old Back Kitchen is the perfect place for you whether you enjoy walking or cycling or just want to get away from it all. Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property. There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property. The property is located on a working farm. Children must be supervised on site due to possible safety hazards. The water is from a spring, well or borehole, and not a mains supply. Approach to property is by a rough or gravel track. There are low ceilings, doors and/or beams within the property. Pets must be kept on a lead at all times. The water supply is filtered and UV treated but can become discoloured by peat in very wet weather. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Handrails in stairways - Tile flooring in public areas - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Ecotours nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70140000/70131900/70131888/03166f56.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 bedroom accommodation in Pockley, near Helmsley Pockley, near Helmsley - Hot tub - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=70131888&PinnedHotelID=70131888&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113600000/113590700/113590696/b0e196f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Burn Cottage - Hot Tub - Dogs welcome Kilburn - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=113590696&PinnedHotelID=113590696&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32940000/32933700/32933619/b418d14d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 1 bedroom accommodation in Knayton, near Thirsk Knayton, near Thirsk - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 9.6 Exceptional 16 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=32933619&PinnedHotelID=32933619&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dishwasher, highchair](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91390000/91389200/91389166/d12f3879.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stable Cottage - UK42936 Rosedale East, near Pickering - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=91389166&PinnedHotelID=91389166&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90100000/90094500/90094446/2261601c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy micro lodge, perfect for a romantic or family retreat. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as su-UK34085-UK34085 ## About the area Located in York, this cottage is in a rural area. Duncombe Park and Helmsley Castle are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at North York Moors National Park and Howardian Hills. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like ecotours. [Visit our York travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/York.dx5489) [View more Cottages in York](https://www.expedia.ca/York-Cottages.d5489-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C54.34472%2C-1.06622&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=nhtV31gr1Otsb79wVCHiZyyZvAU=) Helmsley ### What's nearby - North York Moors National Park - 18 min drive - 15.7 km - Hemsley Walled Garden - 19 min drive - 16.3 km - Rievaulx Abbey - 24 min drive - 21.2 km - Rosedale Abbey - 25 min drive - 31.0 km - Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo - 36 min drive - 41.6 km ### Getting around - Thirsk Station - 38 min drive - Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 95 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Lion Inn - ‬23 min drive - ‪The Feversham Arms Inn - ‬21 min drive - ‪Dale Head Farm - ‬30 min drive - ‪The Owl - ‬27 min drive - ‪The Royal Oak - ‬13 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Old Back Kitchen at Bonfield Ghyll Farm pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Old Back Kitchen at Bonfield Ghyll Farm? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Old Back Kitchen at Bonfield Ghyll Farm? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Old Back Kitchen at Bonfield Ghyll Farm located? > Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of North York Moors National Park, Helmsley Arts Centre, and Cleveland Way. Duncombe Park and Helmsley Castle are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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