Odin's Rest

10 4 reviews
Yurt exterior
Yurt exterior
Cabin with a view
Yurt exterior
Cabin with a view
Cabin with a view
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Outdoor area
Wild woods
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  • Woodland wild glamping in the Howardian Hills National Landscape
  • Castle Howard five minutes’ drive; York 25 minutes
  • Wood-fired hot tub; communal barbecue; individual firepits
You too can rest like a Norse god (assuming, of course, that a Norse god rested like a boss…) at Odin’s Rest, a wild glamping site in the Yorkshire countryside. Incidentally, there’s a whole Viking legend associated with the name of the site, and the owners will be happy to share it with you. What else will they share with you? Let’s see: first of all, gorgeous views across the gently undulating forested landscape of the Howardian Hills National Landscape, the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty within which Odin’s Rest sits. Then, the peaceful ambience of their site, which consists of 15 acres of woodland and grassland (the latter in the process of being rewilded) that are regularly visited by local wildlife, including protected species. Accommodations are suitably distanced from each other, hence pleasantly private, though you might bump into your fellow guests at the communal barbecue (please bring your own cooking equipment); provisions can be sourced in nearby Strensall (10 minutes’ drive) or Malton (15 minutes), considered by many Yorkshire’s food capital. Other luxurious touches include a wood-fired hot tub (a top spot for a sunset soak accompanied by birdsong) and off-grid hot-water showers (biodegradable body wash and shampoo provided), plus your own private outdoor area with a firepit and picnic table. Drinking water is also available, as are composting toilets. What the site doesn’t have, though, is electricity, so be sure to come prepared with torches. Other things to pack include wellies: there is no tarmac here, and grassy paths might be muddy.

Site type

Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 3
Rent a tent 2
Opens 30 May

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, 30 May to

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Features

No dogs allowed

Campfires allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Hot tub Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowed No pets allowed

Themes

Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Cycling nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Odin's Rest

Stittenham Hill

Sheriff Huton

North Yorkshire

England

YO60 7TP

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

54.09762°N
-0.95007°W

Nearest transport

Coach
7.5 mi The Square
7.5 mi Stamford Bridge The Square
11.2 mi Rail Station Stop C
Rail
6.6 mi Malton Rail Station
11.3 mi York Rail Station
11.7 mi Poppleton Rail Station

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

Vast and elegant Castle Howard (five minutes’ drive) is a stately home completed in the early 1800s and often seen in TV shows (including ‘Bridgerton’). It features an exquisite chapel decorated by William Morris, as well as expansive parkland dotted with fountains and follies. If you’re into modern history, Eden Camp Modern History Museum (15 minutes), on the site of a former prisoner-of-war site, brings the World War II experience to life with re-enactments and living-history events. War planes and Allied bombers are on display at the Yorkshire Air Museum and Allied Air Forces Memorial (25 minutes). Intrigued by the legend behind Odin’s Rest? Then a visit to the JORVIK Viking Centre in York (25 minutes), with its collection of Viking-era artefacts, is a must. Climb the 13th-century Central Tower at York Minster for views across the city, then stroll along the Shambles, an atmospheric cobbled street from the Middle Ages.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Scarborough North Bay 25.8 mi Sea N/AExcellentGoodGood
Scarborough South Bay 25.8 mi Sea PoorPoorPoorPoor
Cayton Bay 25.8 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Filey 28 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Robin Hoods Bay 28.5 mi Sea N/AExcellentGoodGood

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

The Arboretum - Kew at Castle Howard 2.4 mi

Castle Howard 2.4 mi

Kew at Castle Howard 2.4 mi

Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo 9.4 mi

York Minster 10.7 mi

National Trust

Nunnington Hall 7.5 mi

Treasurer's House 10.7 mi

Beningbrough Hall and Gardens 11.9 mi

Goddards Garden 12.6 mi

Rievaulx Terrace 12.9 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

The Lumps and Bumps of Castle Howard 1.9 mi

SHERIFF HUTTON PARK 2 mi

Sheriff Hutton and the Howardian Hills 2.1 mi

CASTLE HOWARD 2.3 mi

HOWSHAM HALL 4.1 mi

Local events

  • Leeds Festival (Thursday 21 August 2025 – Thursday 21 August 2025)

    Wetherby, West Yorkshire 23.5 mi

  • Harrogate Spring Flower Show (Thursday 24 April 2025 – Thursday 24 April 2025)

    Harrogate, North Yorkshire 23.7 mi

  • Great Yorkshire Show (Tuesday 8 July 2025 – Tuesday 8 July 2025)

    Harrogate, North Yorkshire 23.7 mi

  • Harrogate Autumn Flower Show (Friday 19 September 2025 – Friday 19 September 2025)

    Ripon, North Yorkshire 23.8 mi

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Offers

Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Would highly recommed to everyone.

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Tina r. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Yurt

Liked: Everything about it the place is lovely and the lady who met us to show us around was really nice and made us so welcome.

Disliked: There is nothing i disliked.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Beautiful secluded location, the hosts were so welcoming and helpful, accommodation was…

Overall 10/10
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Customer service 10
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Anna D. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Yurt

Liked: Beautiful secluded location, the hosts were so welcoming and helpful, accommodation was absolutely amazing, completed with homely touches! The campfire was absolutely perfect and so peaceful it's easy to forget there's anyone else glamping! Great facilities and waking up surrounded by nature was magical!

Disliked: Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Beautiful location, stunning views and so much space. Yurts are lovely and cozy…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 8
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Facilities / Activities 8
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 8
Cleanliness 10
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Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Yurt

Liked: Beautiful location, stunning views and so much space.
Yurts are lovely and cozy and the hot tubs add a touch of luxury.

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Loved the site, great hot showers, compost toilets, wonderful views,

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Yurt

Liked: Absolutely brilliant spot, peaceful tranquil with superb views. This is a gem of a place so hidden away, it also has helpful and thoughtful hosts. The website and description are unable to portray the beauty of this site. Hot tub really great also under the night sky.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Odin's Rest have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Odin's Rest dog friendly? No View all features
  • What attractions are near Odin's Rest? Vast and elegant Castle Howard (five minutes’ drive) is a stately home completed in the early 1800s and often seen in TV shows (including ‘Bridgerton’). It features an exquisite chapel decorated by … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Odin's Rest?
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  12 p.m.
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