Where the water slows everything down.

A private lakeside lodge near Skipton, wrapped in woodland and made for unhurried days. Step from the glass doors onto your own deck, into the heated stone bath, or down to the water.

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£400 £200 / per night

2-night minimum · sleeps up to 4

GILL BOTTOM FARM · SKIPTON

THE LODGE

A little world of your own, beside the water.

The Sanctuary is a private retreat built around one simple luxury: having nowhere else you need to be. Floor-to-ceiling glass keeps the lake in view from the warmth of the lodge, while the deck opens directly onto the water and the quiet of the surrounding landscape.

Inside, dark timber, soft linen and warm lighting create an atmosphere that feels refined without feeling formal. Light the wood burner, settle into the bedroom, take a long rainfall shower, then step outside to the heated stone bath or waterside sauna. Everything is close; nothing feels hurried.

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Everything is considered.

The essentials are here, beautifully done — with the lake, the deck and the quiet doing the rest.

Heated outdoor stone bath

A private stone bath on the deck, overlooking the water. Set the temperature, settle in and let the evening take its time.

Lakeside sauna

A private wood-fired sauna beside the water, with the view as part of the experience.

Private deck & water views

Your own outdoor space with loungers, open water directly ahead and room to linger from morning to night.

Wood burner & cosy interiors

Dark timber, soft bedding and a wood burner beside the bed for slow mornings and quiet evenings.

Ensuite rainfall shower

A beautifully simple bathroom with a generous rainfall shower and everything you need for an easy stay.

Fully equipped kitchenette

Hob, sink, cookware and utensils for relaxed self-catering, from breakfast through to an unhurried supper.

Firepit, fishing & easy arrival

Enjoy the firepit after dark, with a complimentary fishing rod and bait included, plus private parking and simple contactless check-in.

Life at the water’s edge.

From the first coffee to the last hour by the fire, the lodge is designed to keep you close to the view.

Find your time.

Choose your dates below and make the lake your backdrop for a few beautifully unhurried days.

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YOUR STAY

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£400 £200 per night · 2-night minimum

Check-in / Check-out1:00 PM / 11:00 AM
CancellationFree, up to 7 days before
ParkingPrivate, included
GuestsUp to 4

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GUEST REVIEWS

What recent guests have loved about their stay.

“

The deck right on the water is the main character. Also that bed is ridiculously comfy.

Aisha R. — Verified guest

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The sauna with the water view is such a nice touch after a long walk. The firepit is dangerous — you sit down and suddenly it’s midnight.

Dan & Rosie P. — Verified guest

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Everything looked exactly like the photos and the whole place feels really well thought out.

Tom & Leanne W. — Verified guest

FIND US

Gill Bottom Farm, Skipton.

Gill Bottom Farm, Keighley Road, Skipton, BD23 2TB, England

Private parking is included. Full arrival details and directions are provided after booking.

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PRIVATE CHEF · OPTIONAL

A restaurant-quality experience, in the privacy of the lodge.

Choose one or more private chef experiences for selected days of your stay. Allergies, dietary requirements and special occasions can be noted for the chef.

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