Oscar House

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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Pets No

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* Based on a combined average customer score (of 6 customer ratings)

21 Customer Review(s)

“Absolutely superb cottage”

Absolutely superb cottage

Absolutely superb cottage

- Mr Wright, August 2018

“Fantastic cottage. We have two ...”

Fantastic cottage. We have two cottage holidays a year and this is one of the best we have stayed in. On the edge of fields but with all the facilities of the town only two minutes walk. Felt like home immediately.

- Mr Carter, July 2018
“Oscar House was clean and very ...”

Oscar House was clean and very comfortable, the owners were very nice, this place was beautiful. really good location, lots of nice places to visit and if you like to walk, some wonderful walks too. we will defiantly be going back again.

- Mrs Hart, June 2018
“Lovely accommodation, the owners ...”

Lovely accommodation, the owners really made an effort.

- Mrs Scott, June 2018
“Very high standard of accommodation ...”

Very high standard of accommodation with everything you need to really feel at home. Oscar House was exceptionally clean when we arrived and the owners are helpful and friendly. The welcome pack was very much appreciated. Great location for walking and there's easy access to shops, pubs and cafés.

- Mrs Howell, May 2018
“Never had a cleaner cottage than ...”

Never had a cleaner cottage than this one. And so very well equiped. Great location. We liked to stroll into the village. For visitors: go to the mart.

- Mr Lanjouw, May 2018
“Simply the best”

We've been taking self-catering holidays for around 30 years, and thought we'd seen it all, from the grim to the excellent. Kirkby Stephen's reasonably-priced Oscar House has just proved us wrong. It has set a new high standard, and the distinction of easily being the best accommodation we've experienced. This is pure good taste and high quality, with no expense spared in comfort and equipment. It was sparkling clean and superbly comfortable. Friendly owners Sylvia and Ian were in contact to make sure everything was all right, and their key safe (we received the combination lock number from them by text) saved us the bother of messing around collecting a key, which can be stressful and a nuisance at the end of a day's journey. This is the way to do it. Self-catering holiday accommodation doesn't get any better than Oscar House – it's simply the best.

- Nigel S, April 2018

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“Excellent cottage. Spotless, ...”

Excellent cottage. Spotless, beautifully furnished and decorated Well equipped. Nothing negative to say. Views from the lounge out over fields was lovely. Good location for exploring, whether you are into walking or just like to drive round. Short walk into Kirkby Stephen itself. Would highly recommend

- Mrs Rust, April 2018
“A beautiful holiday cottage which ...”

A beautiful holiday cottage which was a real home away from home. Every need catered for with extra touches as well, welcome pack, wine fridge, slow cooker, superking bed - need I go on! Very well situated just off the high street but extremely quiet with no disturbances. The owners, Sylvia and Ian were very attentive and on call if we needed anything. Would love to return.

- Mrs Sinclair, April 2018
“We've been taking self-catering ...”

We've been taking self-catering holidays for around 30 years, and Oscar House is easily the best accommodation we've experienced. This is pure good taste and quality, with no expense spared in comfort and equipment. It was sparkling clean and superbly comfortable. Friendly owners Sylvia and Ian were in contact to make sure everything was all right, and their key safe (we received the combination lock number from them by text) saved us the bother of messing around collecting a key. This is the way to do it. Self-catering holiday accommodation doesn't get any better than this – it's simply the best.

- Mr Salmon, April 2018
“We had a lovely week at Oscar House ...”

We had a lovely week at Oscar House which is within easy walking distance of shops, cafes and pubs. The decor / facilities are of a high standard and the owners are very welcoming - thank you for the wine / mince pies and welcome pack. They were very much appreciated. There's plenty of beautiful walks from Kirkby, we didn't use our car. You are also well placed to explore Yorkshire and Cumbria if you want to venture further.

- Mrs Howell, December 2017
“The cottage was lovely, clean, tidy ...”

The cottage was lovely, clean, tidy and nice and warm. The views from the upstairs lounge were a delight especially watching the sheep graze and the wild rabbits run around. There were views as far as the eye could see. Kirkby Stephen is a lovely little town with all the facilities you need when on holiday. Lots to do in the surrounding areas. Well worth a visit.

- Mr Bradshaw, December 2017
“The cottage was superb in every ...”

The cottage was superb in every way, making our holiday just fantastic, a real gem in the Yorkshire Dales

- Mr Mcmillan, October 2017
“The property was excellent with an ...”

The property was excellent with an extremely high specification. How nice to have a holiday home with both comfortable beds and sofas.

- Mr Cummings, August 2017
“We had a fantastic holiday in Oscar ...”

We had a fantastic holiday in Oscar House it was beautiful and the owners very helpful and even left us some goodies for our arrival. It was a great area and had everything we needed.

- Mrs Gardiner, July 2017
“The cottage was stunning . The only ...”

The cottage was stunning . The only thing missing was a DVD player which would have been the icing on the cake, particularly as the weather wasn't great! The owners were lovely, friendly and very helpful

- Mrs Williams, June 2017
“oscar house was a very beautifal ...”

oscar house was a very beautifal house very clean and tidy very comfortable and homely with lots of space in a beautifal area with stunning views.

- Miss Kirkland, June 2017
“What a fantastic place it's got everything we need location is excellent”

Everything is excellent about the cottage the location and ease of walking to the local pubs and restaurants we brought loads of stuff with us for our weeks stay but it was already in the cottage,meet the owners who were excellent especially if we had any problems etc.

- _david2carter, April 2017

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“Excellent accommodation”

Excellent accommodation

- Mrs Carter, April 2017
“Oscar House was small yet perfectly ...”

Oscar House was small yet perfectly formed! It had everything we required for a comfortable, peaceful and easy stay.

- Mr Nicholls, March 2017
“Beautiful cottage in a fabulous ...”

Beautiful cottage in a fabulous location. Very comfortable with lovely views. We would definitely recommend this property.

- Mrs Hildreth, March 2017

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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Smoke-free
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

The property

This immaculately-presented detached cottage is set just off the main thoroughfare in the Cumbrian town of Kirby Stephen.

Built in an upside down style, the cottage offers lovely open views of the countryside from its triple aspect windows and Juliet balcony on the first floor sitting room, and is an ideal base for friends and family to relax and explore the stunning surrounding area.

The two beautifully-furnished bedrooms are on the ground floor alongside the family bathroom with corner bath and large shower.

Upstairs is a large, well-equipped kitchen with a dining table, from where there are double doors to the light-filled sitting room with long range views to the Howgills.

After a busy day’s activities, enjoy an alfresco meal in your patio garden or relax in the comfort of this spacious cottage.

Kirkby Stephen has a range of pubs, cafes, antique shops, independent shops, a delicious bakery, Tourist Information Centre and a laundrette.

Close by is the auction house and you can observe the activity from the sitting room and watch the auctions in progress.

Situated close to the Eden Valley, this area is a haven for walkers and cyclists with the famous Coast-to-Coast walk passing through the town.

Also in the area are a number of activities, such as horse riding, hang gliding, climbing and mountain biking.

Take a day trip on the picturesque Settle-Carlisle railway which stops in the town and enjoy the magnificent scenery that is all around.

With both the Yorkshire Dales and Lake District National Parks close by, this is a wonderful base to explore all that this scenic area has to offer all year round.

Accommodation

Two ground floor bedrooms with TV: 1 x king-size double, 1 x twin (zip/link, can be super king-size double on request). Ground floor bathroom with corner bath, separate shower, basin and WC. First floor kitchen with dining area. First floor sitting room with Juliet balcony.

Amenities

Gas central heating
Electric oven and hob, microwave, slow cooker, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, 4 x TVs (1 Smart) with Freeview, DVD player, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off road parking for 1 car
Lockable bike storage
Enclosed front lawned garden with patio and furniture
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop, pubs and Tourist Information Centre 2 mins walk
Note: There's a Juliet balcony off the sitting room, children should be supervised
Note: No children under 5 due to banister and stairs being open to kitchen.

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About the location

KIRKBY STEPHEN

Sedbergh 13 miles; Penrith 22 miles; Reeth 22 miles; Kendal 23 miles.

The old market town of Kirkby Stephen lies at the foot of the Howgill Fells in the upper Eden Valley, between the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales National Parks. The traditional market town hosts a variety of shops, cafes, restaurants and pubs for every taste and budget. A delightful rural town with a thriving local community and many traditional old dwellings, Kirkby Stephen boasts cobbled old yards, quaint corners and a pretty picnic area where “Frank’s Bridge” crosses the River Eden, while just a mile from the town, the old railway station connects to the magnificent Settle-Carlisle Railway line, a must-do travel experience for everyone. Enjoy many excellent walks and cycle routes nearby, particularly the route of the old Darlington to Tebay train line over two magnificent viaducts, and visit the gothic gorge where the River Eden flows through wooded Stenkrith park. Explore the wonderful Howgill Fells or visit the majestic Pendragon Castle and Brough Castle. A superb location with the whole of the mystical Lake District National Park and the stunning Yorkshire Dales at your fingertips.

Region Information

Lake District Holiday Cottages

Note: No children under 5 due to banister and stairs being open to kitchen

This property offers the following short breaks:

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Oscar House

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Reviews & Ratings

“Absolutely superb cottage”

“Fantastic cottage. We have two ...”

“Oscar House was clean and very ...”

“Lovely accommodation, the owners ...”

“Very high standard of accommodation ...”

“Never had a cleaner cottage than ...”

“Simply the best”

“Excellent cottage. Spotless, ...”

“A beautiful holiday cottage which ...”

“We've been taking self-catering ...”

“We had a lovely week at Oscar House ...”

“The cottage was lovely, clean, tidy ...”

“The cottage was superb in every ...”

“The property was excellent with an ...”

“We had a fantastic holiday in Oscar ...”

“The cottage was stunning . The only ...”

“oscar house was a very beautifal ...”

“What a fantastic place it's got everything we need location is excellent”

“Excellent accommodation”

“Oscar House was small yet perfectly ...”

“Beautiful cottage in a fabulous ...”