Strathearn House, Near York

• Luxurious holiday home for 12 guests
• Perfect for multi-generational family stays
• Modern design & contemporary interiors
• Large outdoor space with children’s play park
• Garden room with hot tub and outdoor TV
• Home cinema room & games room
• Peaceful village setting
• Walking distance to local pubs
• All bedrooms will be made up as superkings/kings as default. Please note 3 bedrooms can be made up as twins, please request on booking or up to 4 weeks before a booking.
• 2 dogs at £40.00 each on request only

EAT

Gather everyone together in the heart of the home, where cooking, chatting and celebrating come naturally. The contemporary kitchen is designed with everything you will need for a true luxury dining experience, including sleek modern appliances, a wine fridge, coffee machine and a spacious breakfast bar that’s perfect for relaxed breakfasts or pre-dinner drinks.

When it’s time to eat, you can also take the celebrations outdoors. The generous garden features a large dining table with seating for all 12 of your guests, creating the perfect spot for summer lunches, family BBQ’s or long evenings beneath the stars. Afterwards, settle into the stylish garden room with a favourite drink in hand, switch on the outdoor TV or cosy up around the fire pit while the hot tub bubbles away nearby.

If you’d rather let someone else do the cooking, you’ll find plenty of excellent dining options close by. The friendly St Vincent Arms is just a five-minute walk away and is renowned for its cosy atmosphere and fantastic food (booking is essential). Within a 10-minute drive, Pocklington offers a great choice of restaurants, cafés and takeaways, while nearby village pubs provide traditional Yorkshire hospitality. For a special occasion, the historic city of York is around 30 minutes away, with an outstanding selection of award-winning restaurants, stylish rooftop bars and fine dining experiences.

SLEEP

Sleeping up to 12 guests across six bright and beautiful bedrooms, Strathearn House offers space for everyone to relax in complete comfort.

On the ground floor there is a welcoming king sized bedroom that can be split into twin beds which is ideal for grandparents and guests who prefer to avoid stairs, or teenagers who want a little privacy during their stay.

The main staircase leads to the first floor with four spacious bedrooms. A luxurious super king bedroom sits next to the family bathroom, while the impressive master suite boasts a king-size bed, dressing room, private ensuite and lovely views across the garden. There are also two flexible zip-and-link bedrooms, one can be a superking or twin bed, complete with its own ensuite shower room, the other a king bedroom or twin beds with an ensuite shower room.

The second floor is home to a charming private bedroom with vaulted ceilings, a double bed and its own cloakroom, creating a peaceful hideaway away from the rest of the house. Guests in this bedroom will need to use the first floor bath.

REST

Designed with together time in mind, Strathearn House also offers plenty of space to spread out and unwind.

The beautiful sitting room is warm, bright and inviting, centred around a contemporary electric fire that is perfect for cosy evenings after a day exploring Yorkshire.

Hidden behind a secret staircase is one of the home’s best surprises — a fantastic den-style games room complete with its own bar, pool table, drinks fridge and darts board. It’s a brilliant space for friendly competitions and evening entertainment.

Film nights are taken to the next level in the dedicated cinema room on the second floor, where reclining sofas invite everyone to settle in for a blockbuster, while the adjoining gaming area is sure to keep younger guests entertained.

Outside, the spacious enclosed garden is just as impressive. Children can enjoy their own play park while the grown-ups relax in the hot tub or sink into the comfortable sofas inside the contemporary garden room. The fire pit creates the perfect gathering place as the sun sets, while the outdoor TV means you won’t miss a moment of the action.

A large boot room and utility room make life easy after countryside walks, and there’s ample parking for several cars behind secure private gates.

EXPLORE

Set in the picturesque village of Sutton-upon-Derwent, Strathearn House combines peaceful village living with easy access to the beautiful city of York. Scenic walks begin right from the front door, and the village’s welcoming pubs are perfect for a leisurely lunch or relaxed evening meal after a day of exploring.

Whether you’re looking for adventure, relaxation or family fun, there’s something for everyone nearby. Just 10 minutes away, Allerthorpe Lakeland Park offers watersports and outdoor activities, while Pool Bridge Farm is perfect for a more leisurely day with wild swimming, lakeside saunas and a welcoming café. Families are spoilt for choice with York Maze (seasonal), Piglets Adventure Farm and The Web Adventure Park, all within a short drive and packed with activities to keep children of all ages entertained.

The historic city of York is just a short drive away and offers something for every generation. Wander the medieval streets, explore the iconic Shambles, walk the ancient city walls, marvel at the magnificent York Minster or hop aboard an open-top sightseeing bus. The fascinating National Railway Museum is a must-visit, while the city’s famous ghost walks provide a memorable evening experience. With excellent independent shops, cafés and award-winning restaurants, York is the perfect destination for a day out.

Whether you’re celebrating a summer getaway, milestone birthday, festive gathering or multi-generational family holiday, Strathearn House is perfectly placed to help you make the most of your stay, with outstanding attractions and unforgettable experiences right on your doorstep.

GROUND FLOOR

Guests enter the house into a large hallway leading through to the open plan kitchen/dining/sitting room.

Boot room leading off the hallway.

Ground floor bedroom and shower room, this room can be made up as king or twin. Please request on booking.

Utility room leading off the kitchen

FIRST FLOOR

Master bedroom with dressing room and ensuite bathroom

Bedroom with family bathroom next door.

2 double bedrooms with ensuite shower rooms, these bedrooms can be made up as superking/twin and king/twin. Please request on booking or up to 4 weeks before a stay as default superking and king.

Sitting area on landing.

SECOND FLOOR

Double bedroom with cloakroom next door. Can be made up as king/twin. Default is king.

Film room with large reclining sofas.

GAMES ROOM – this is approached by another staircase off the utility room

Pool room with pool table, dart board and bar.

By Road

Strathearn House is located in the picturesque village of Sutton-upon-Derwent, just 10 minutes from Pocklington, 20 minutes from York and within easy reach of the A64, providing convenient access from Leeds, Hull and the wider Yorkshire region.

By Rail

The nearest mainline station is York, around 20 minutes away by car, with frequent direct services to London, Edinburgh, Leeds, Manchester and beyond.

By Air

The closest airports are Leeds Bradford Airport (approximately 1 hour), Humberside Airport (approximately 1 hour) and Manchester Airport (around 2 hours), all offering car hire facilities and excellent onward road connections.

Please request cot and high chair and guests must bring their own bedding for the cot.

Please no fireworks, sticking on walls or windows, glitter or confetti.

Please note there is a cctv camera on boundaries of the garden and the front gates

Please no stag parties

Local recommendations:

Dining

• St Vincent Arms (Village pub – 5 min walk – Great food, cosy etc. BOOKING ESSENTIAL)  St Vincent Arms – Home
•  The Half moon inn (Next village 5 min drive along pub at Newton Upon Derwent) – Good food, sunday lunches, steak night Home | The Half Moon Newton
• Judsons – Pocklington (10 min drive) – Nice restaurant, wine bar etc Welcome to Judson’s – Wine Bar, Dining and Craft Ale House
• JJ’s at Allerthorpe  Informal family/group style dining at the local golf place (10 minutes drive) JJs Allerthorpe Country Park
• Thai Season Menu | Get Best Deal | Order Takeaway Online     Good thai takeout (7 min drive) – You can eat in , but its always quiet….so we usually get a takeout.
•  Another village pub – Food & drink (5 mins drive)    The Melbourne Arms: Melbourne | Home. This village also features a canal boat ride which operates on Bank Holidays and school holidays. (Next to the pub) Boat Trips | Pocklington Canal Amenity Society | Pocklington York
• Lots of other dining available in Pocklington – which is a ten minute drive . Theres Indians, chinese, italian, bistros, pizza/kebab, Also great for breakfasts & lunch only  I  would reccomend  “The Hide” & “Whisk” .
• Also lots in York  – Something more special : The Star Inn the City Award Winning Brasserie | Riverside Location | Star Inn The City,   SORA Sky bar – Asian fusion tapas, cocktails Sora – Rooftop Japanese Restaurant With Views Over York’s Skyline,  SKOSH – Fine Dining Welcome to Skosh,   ARRAS – Fine dining  Little Arras – DELICIOUSLY DIFFERENT  , NOLA – Tapas and Live Jazz Exceptional dining, drinks & jazz in York | Nola Restaurant. BOSUNS – Just outside of york but by the river , great food and ambience Bosun’s Restaurant – The Riverfront York

Other nice ones/ more informal:

Little Italy York – Authentic Italian Restaurant & Deli

Indian Restaurant in York. For Indian and Bangladeshi cuisine in York with fantastic quality and customer service – Mumbai Lounge York

Ambiente Tapas Fossgate, York | Ambiente Tapas

Amenities 

• Nearest shop is The village Shop in Elvington ( The next village, 2 minute drive or a 15 minute walk) Its only small but you can get essentials.
• Nearest Post office is inside the Village hall and open 9am-12 noon Monday-Thursday . You can withdraw cash here too.
• Nearest Petrol station is Hewson & Robinsons York Road Garage in Barmby Moor, YO42 4HS. (8 minute drive)
• Nearest larger supermarkets would be ALDI & Sainburys in Pocklington (10 min drive)
• Best place for parking in York is the Park and Ride at Grimston Bar (10 min drive) you can park in the city too – lots of places.

Things to do

• Family day/activities – Home – Allerthorpe Lakeland Park 10 min drive
• Wellness/Wild swimming with saunas and Cafe etc – Pool Bridge Farm 10 min drive
• Family attractions – York Maze – 5 min drive The UK’s Biggest Corn Maze | York Maze , Piglets adventure farm Piglets Adventure Farm in Towthorpe, North Yorkshire 25 mins drive. The Web adventure park – Large softplay, rides, animals etc Family Adventure Park in York | Fun Days Out  20 min drive
• YORK – National Railway Museum National Railway Museum,   Sightseeing – York Red bus, York city walls, The Shambles, York Minster, Ghost Walks,