A perfect staycation at Hewn Yorkshire: dog friendly woodland hideaway

By Ania Askwith

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Forcett Grange, Richmond, North Yorkshire DL11 7SQ

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Best for: dog friendly stays, couples retreats, cosy cabins, hot tubs, relaxing Yorkshire getaways, UK staycations, Yorkshire staycation, dog friendly holidays

Hewn Yorkshire: a perfect dog friendly Yorkshire staycation

We love taking Loui on little staycations, and this time we headed to Hewn Yorkshire in Richmond. Located within peaceful woodland, it’s the perfect spot for a cosy holiday with your pup.

The cabins at Hewn Yorkshire – what to expect

We stayed in The Foxwood, which is bright, light, and decorated in Scandi style pale wood and soft sage tones, instantly making you feel relaxed.

Inside, there’s a cosy double bed with a Yorkshire-made mattress, a kitchenette with dining space, and a spacious wet room. You also get a huge jar of marshmallows which is such a lovely touch, and if you are holidaying with your dog – they also provide a water bowl, bags, a ball and some treats too – a very sweet gesture.

Outdoor space & Finnish hot tub

Outside, the cabin has a patio with benches, a fire pit and BBQ grill, and the highlight – your private Finnish wood fired hot tub, pre-heated for your arrival.

We also had the best time exploring the woodland paths and meadows (super secluded and quiet, perfect for early morning or late evening dog walks).

For the evening, we booked a Sauna session; the sauna itself is super aesthetic and complete with a sundeck with sun loungers and an outdoor cold shower. The views over the North Yorkshire countryside are lovely, and really add to the calm feeling of the place.

What we loved about our stay

Hewn Yorkshire is all about peace and calm. You come here and to relax – the place just has this vibe about it.

We really appreciated the cleanliness of the whole site too, and it was lovely to sit outside with a coffee, or relax by the fire.

We found The Foxwood cabin to have a perfect mix of comfort and calm vibes, and Loui absolutely loved it too.

A nice touch was receiving a Digital Guidebook – you receive it in an email before your arrive and it contains all you need to know about the place and surrounding area. Upon arrival, you also get a hard copy of the Hewn Yorkshire ‘newspaper’ telling you little facts about the place, some key points to remember, and some generally useful things for your stay.

Hewn Yorkshire location

Hewn Yorkshire is at Forcett Grange, Richmond, North Yorkshire DL11 7SQ. It is well signposted and there’s parking allocated per cabin.

Tips for Visiting Hewn Yorkshire

• The whole site is adults only

• Check in is between 3- 5pm, check-out is 10:00am, which makes it ideal for a 2 night minimum stay.

• Pack wisely: Bring swimwear and towels for the hot tub, flip flops or outdoor shoes, a torch, and personal toiletries.

• Dog friendly: Bring your pup for a woodland adventure – they’ll love it!

• Fire Pit Packs are included, but extra logs and starter packs are availale to purchase on site. Nets of logs are £7, fire starter bags are £3. Only wood bought on site is to be used in hot tub heaters.

• Sauna & wellness: Book online or at reception. The Sauna is complete with an outdoor cold drench shower and sun loungers. Exclusive hire is available in 1 or 2-hourly slots from £20 and sessions run 10am to 8pm daily.

• Relax and unwind: This is not a party place. The site is quiet and peaceful which also means a zero tolerance policy for outdoor music. It’s perfect for switching off properly.

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