The Grotto

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Sleeps 9
Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 2
Pets No

Reviews

Mrs Dodson
May 2018

“Fantastic house with excellent ...”

Fantastic house with excellent hospitality from the owner too. The listing doesnt completely reflect just how spacious the house is. It’s in a great location with some lovely walks in the surrounding area, in addition to plenty of places to eat and drink on the doorstep. The house is well equipped and has plenty to do for all. Basketball ring in the garden, table tennis table, books and games are all available. We will defiantly be back

Fantastic house with excellent hospitality from the owner too. The listing doesnt completely reflect just how spacious the house is. It’s in a great location with some lovely walks in the surrounding area, in addition to plenty of places to eat and drink on the doorstep. The house is well equipped and has plenty to do for all. Basketball ring in the garden, table tennis table, books and games are all available. We will defiantly be back

Mrs Sadler
March 2018

“We need a large house for our party ...”

We need a large house for our party of 8 adults and The Grotto certainly delivered on all counts. We love walking and the Vale of Eden was equally impressive, Nine standards Rigg and the Viaducts, two fantastic walks from the house. High Cup Nick was well worth the wet traipse. A trip to Ullswater and walk and steamer cruise an excellent start to our week, Brough Castle well worth a visit. The 5 red squirrels we saw was the icing on the cake.
Mrs Mcintyre
April 2017

“listing did not do the property ...”

listing did not do the property justice - it was much more spacious than expected a search by property ref on the site would be useful
Mrs Wood
October 2016

“This is a great house for bigger ...”

This is a great house for bigger parties. Excellently appointed and it was great to have cups and plates for kids (plastic ones). Having the coop right next door was very handy. It was nice to go down to river and feed the ducks. The house was great for playing hide and seek with the two staircases. This is especially important when you are three, even if you did keep getting lost.
Mr Smith
October 2016

“An extremely interesting house from ...”

An extremely interesting house from every positive outlook. Well equipped, good location for amenities and excellent walking from the door. All round it's pretty near perfect especially if you like getting out and about.
Mrs Fowler
September 2016

“The photographs do not do this ...”

The photographs do not do this house justice.The area is beautiful.
Ann S
July 2015
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“Delightful welcoming family home that made our holiday”

We found our landlady extremely helpful in providing details of places to eat and things to do in the surrounding area, as well as being very responsive to the few minor issues we raised with her during our stay, possibly "teething troubles" as we were her first group of paying guests. The house was delightful. It was clean and well presented allowing us the opportunities for person space and communal living. The garden was well kept and a joy to sit in of an evening after a day of touring to watch the sun go down over the glorious Cumbrian countryside. We will definitely be returning. Thank you for letting us share your former family home.

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Features

Off road parking
Open fire
Smoke-free
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

The property

Situated on the high street in the traditional market town of Kirkby Stephen, this cottage is a superb base for touring the area, coupled with local facilities literally on the doorstep.

No one quite knows the origins of this lovely property's unusual name but in reality The Grotto is in parts, an elegant Victorian townhouse filled with original features.

Some parts of the house are of an earlier age but nowadays it all works beautifully with a seamless flow throughout.

Five comfortable bedrooms offer plenty of flexibility with the sleeping arrangements, and with a family bathroom, a shower room and a cloakroom, nobody needs to wait too long to get ready for a day out.

On the ground floor, the well-equipped kitchen has all modern appliances, so if you don’t fancy one of the many places to eat in the town, you can easily rustle up a tasty dinner for the whole party.

Both the dining room and sitting room have an open fire, so you can linger while sharing the day’s adventures and planning tomorrow’s excursion.

The views from the rear of the property are enticing and make you want to don your walking boots for a great day's hiking, whilst the lawned garden also provides an opportunity to catch the last of the evening sun as you relax with a glass of wine.

Kirkby Stephen is surrounded by spectacular scenery nestled within the Upper Eden Valley between the Lake District National Park and the Yorkshire Dales.

The iconic Settle-Carlisle railway runs close by and is the first station in the beautiful Eden Valley after the line descends from its highest point at Ais Gill.

On a clear day there are magnificent views across Mallerstang and Wild Boar Fell, the Howgills and the distant Lakeland Fells.

For walkers the choice is superb from challenging ascents, limestone pavements, stone circles, ancient barrows and meandering riverside strolls.

To the east are the North Pennines, complete with a section of the Pennine Way and the extraordinary geological feature of High Cup Nick.

Four miles south of Kirkby Stephen are the picturesque Norman ruins of Pendragon Castle said to be the birthplace of King Arthur.

Whatever you decide to do on your holiday, you can return to this magical cottage and enjoy the local facilities that surround your superb holiday home.

Accommodation

Five bedrooms: 1 x king-size double, 3 x twin, 1 x single. Bathroom with bath, separate shower, basin and WC. Shower room with shower, basin and WC. Ground floor basin and WC. Kitchen. Utility. Dining room with open fire. Sitting room with open fire. Snug (seats 4).

Amenities

Gas central heating with open fires
Electric double oven and ceramic hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, 2 x TVs with Freeview, DVD, WiFi
Fuel, power and starter pack for fires inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Cot and highchair
Off road parking for 2 cars
Lawned garden with patio and furniture
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop and pub 1 min walk.

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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

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The Grotto

Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria & The Lake District (Ref. 920661)

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Reviews

“Fantastic house with excellent ...”

“We need a large house for our party ...”

“listing did not do the property ...”

“This is a great house for bigger ...”

“An extremely interesting house from ...”

“The photographs do not do this ...”

“Delightful welcoming family home that made our holiday”