There are many reasons to own a holiday home, and making the decision to buy one is only the start of your journey towards wonderful times and happy memories. The next, and perhaps even more important step than choosing the holiday home itself, is finding a holiday park that ticks all your boxes.
Factors to consider when choosing a park range from its location to its atmosphere, amenities and activities. It is important to find a place that will suit the kind of holiday you and your family like best. Your perfect holiday park may be somewhere to unwind and do nothing; it may be a vibrant community with a packed events programme; or a base from which to explore new things. For some people, it will be a bit of everything!
This is why at York House Holiday Park we hold regular Open Weekends to give people the chance to view not just our holiday homes but also our whole site. We encourage visitors to find out as much information as possible from our park managers and current holiday home owners. We’re a really friendly bunch and are happy to answer any questions you might have about what you can expect when you buy a holiday home at York House.
Please do pay us a visit or keep an eye on our Facebook page for details of upcoming Open Weekends. In the meantime, read on to discover the reasons why we think York House could be the ideal place for your holiday home.
Reasons to own a holiday home at York House
1. Your 5 star-rated relaxing, happy place
With peace and quiet at the forefront of our park, there is no better way to relax than in your own holiday home in God’s Own County. All our holiday homes are set on spacious pitches designed to offer privacy and space while making the most of the lovely views all around.
We have been recognised as an exceptional holiday park and have a 5 star rating from Visit England. Our immaculate grounds feature a variety of flowers and greenery in mature gardens, with our award-winning (David Bellamy Gold Award) water and floral features attracting a host of wildlife.
And to add to the tranquility and relaxation you can enjoy at York House, here comes the second reason…
2. On-site fishing lake
Opened in 2025, our fishing lake contains Tench, Bream, Gudgeon, Silvers and Carp.
Holiday home owners and caravan hire visitors to York House during 2026 will be able to enjoy the first full season of fishing in this beautiful location. Pegs are available on a first-come, first-served basis from 8 am until dusk. So sit back, relax and enjoy!
3. Excellent location for the Yorkshire Dales and North York Moors
York House is nestled at the foot of the Hambleton Hills, offering lovely views from our holiday homes. But it’s also within an hour’s drive of two national parks – the North York Moors and the Yorkshire Dales – and some of the best seaside towns in Yorkshire such as Whitby and Scarborough. There are endless opportunities to discover these stunning areas offering everything from rugged landscape and clifftop views to one of the largest expanses of heather moorland in the UK.
York House is also well located for those who love a day out behind the wheel. Some of Yorkshire’s most scenic drives can be accessed easily from our holiday park,. We even have a motoring enthusiast among our team, who loves nothing more than helping people discover the best driving routes in North Yorkshire.
4. A fantastic base for walking, cycling and fishing
If you’re looking for activity holidays, York House offers easy access to a range of leisure opportunities. Nearby Sutton Bank is a hugely popular place for walkers, with some of the best routes being around the stunning Lake Gormire and the Cleveland Way.
Cyclists up for a challenge can tackle the tough gradients of Sutton Bank and Boltby Bank, or there are a variety of gentler options through the Yorkshire Dales and North York Moors. Kilburn Woods, meanwhile, is a favourite among downhill mountain biking enthusiasts.
5. Family-friendly visitor attractions close by
If your holiday home at York House will be a place for family gatherings, there are plenty of places nearby that offer fun for all ages. Visit York just half an hour’s drive away for a day of history, shopping and eating out, or enjoy a fun family day out in some of North Yorkshire’s delightful towns such as Thirsk, Harrogate and Knaresborough. For fans of theme parks, Flamingoland and Lightwater Valley are 45 minutes’ / 30 minutes’ drive away.
But one of the real highlights for all ages at York House Holiday Park is the popular Monk Park Farm attraction next door. And even better is the fact that all our holiday home owners receive a Free Annual Pass for four people to the farm, which was recently named Small Farm Attraction of the Year in the NFAN (National Farm Attractions Network) awards.
6. Pet friendly on-site coffee shop
The Old Barn Coffee Shop, located at the entrance to York House Holiday Park, offers a wide range of homemade light-bite lunches and sweet treats. A popular spot for refreshments not just among holiday homeowners but also the local community and tourists, the café has garnered a wealth of five star Trip Advisor reviews along with various awards.
The coffee shop can cater for special dietary requirements, and is also dog friendly (it even sells doggy ice cream!).
7. Play park, recreation field and dog walking area
The spacious feel of our holiday park extends to our five-acre recreational field and private dog-walking area. We welcome families and recognise that your canine family members are equally important to your enjoyment of your holiday.
And for the children, we also have a children’s play park that has been newly refurbished and is the perfect place for the kids to let off steam.
8. Friendly team and welcoming community
Our friendly on-site team members are on hand to help make your time with us as care-free as possible. We’re here to do the work so you can holiday to your heart’s content!
York House successfully combines a tranquil atmosphere with a programme of family-orientated events for our holiday home owners, meaning you can choose how to spend your time with us. Our community of holiday home owners is fun and welcoming, with our events the perfect way to meet fellow owners and create special memories with friends and family.
9. Trusted family-run holiday park for 60 years
2025 marked the 60th anniversary of York House Leisure, the family-run North Yorkshire parks group which owns York House Holiday Park.
For six decades, we have been helping people make memories in this beautiful part of the world. Our family business delivers outstanding holidays built on trust, integrity and the very best customer service.
Book your visit
Visit us any time to discover what makes York House so special. You may find even more reasons to buy a home here than the ones we’ve outlined above!
Don’t forget as well to ask us about any special offers we may have available. Please call Becky or Tom on 01845 597 495 or email yorkhouse@yhlparks.co.uk