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