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Converted Stables ,near Kirkby Stephen. Modern comforts in character cottage.
Riverside cottage in Kirkby Stephen with kitchen
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10 out of 10
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4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8
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Explore the area
- Place, Yorkshire Dales National Park
- Place, Lake Windermere
- Place, Ullswater
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 4
1 Double Bed
Master
1 Double Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Toilet
Spaces
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Converted Stables ,near Kirkby Stephen. Modern comforts in character cottage.
Situated in The Mallerstang valley, which is a beautiful and unspoiled area, described by David Bellamy as England’s last wilderness. There is plenty of wildlife, including red squirrels, deer and many bird nesting sites in the spring..
The Old Stables offers a cosy cottage with wood burning stove, open plan living and four large double bedrooms. There are red squirrels in the valley and often in the garden. There are many beautiful walks in the Yorkshire Dales and Cumbria, some straight from the house, or within short drives.
The house is very well equipped and includes a washing machine, slow cooker, bread maker, hyper-fastWiFi, a freezer and two refrigerators. It is fully centrally heated with an oil fired boiler. The wood burner isn’t needed to keep warm, but does make for a cosy evening in the comfortable living room. Logs and kindling are supplied to start you off.
The bedrooms are large, comfortable doubles. Three have double beds and one has two singles. One double, accessed via a spiral staircase, has an en suite and walk in wardrobe. There is another large family bathroom with a roll top bath and separate shower. There is also a downstairs loo.
Kirkby Stephen is a thriving pretty town with all the shops you could need. There are country pubs within a short drive.
The Old Stables offers a cosy cottage with wood burning stove, open plan living and four large double bedrooms. There are red squirrels in the valley and often in the garden. There are many beautiful walks in the Yorkshire Dales and Cumbria, some straight from the house, or within short drives.
The house is very well equipped and includes a washing machine, slow cooker, bread maker, hyper-fastWiFi, a freezer and two refrigerators. It is fully centrally heated with an oil fired boiler. The wood burner isn’t needed to keep warm, but does make for a cosy evening in the comfortable living room. Logs and kindling are supplied to start you off.
The bedrooms are large, comfortable doubles. Three have double beds and one has two singles. One double, accessed via a spiral staircase, has an en suite and walk in wardrobe. There is another large family bathroom with a roll top bath and separate shower. There is also a downstairs loo.
Kirkby Stephen is a thriving pretty town with all the shops you could need. There are country pubs within a short drive.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Maximum two well behaved dogs. £20/dog charged.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Kirkby Stephen
Located in Kirkby Stephen, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Yorkshire Dales National Park and North Pennines, while Eden Valley Railway and Artbarr gallery are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Brigflatts Meeting House and Kennedys Fine Chocolates. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling, hiking and mountain biking nearby.
Outhgill, England
Getting around
Restaurants
- The King's Head
- The Pennine Hotel
- Bay Horse Inn - 9 min drive
- Costa Coffee
- The Black Swan
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Richard Eden-Green
I am a retired company director and now work part time as a consultant. I live in The Peak District and enjoy country walks and hill climbing. As a family, we love spending time at The Old Stables, enjoying the beautiful open spaces and the wildlife.
Why they chose this property
The cottage is in a truly special part of England. The Mallerstang valley has been described as England’s last wilderness, yet it is less than 30 minutes from M6. The barn conversion combines modern comforts with the charm of original features in a character cottage. The cottage was converted 20 years ago and retains features such as stone walls in the livingroom and exposed beams in a number of rooms.
Shops are a five minute drive away. The Lake District is 40 minutes and the Yorkshire Dales are 15 minutes away. Some of the best walks in the country are in Swaledale, which is the valley next to Mallerstang.
Shops are a five minute drive away. The Lake District is 40 minutes and the Yorkshire Dales are 15 minutes away. Some of the best walks in the country are in Swaledale, which is the valley next to Mallerstang.
What makes this property unique
Uniquely the Mallerstang valley is close to the lakes and Dales, yet is within easy access of motorways. We regularly see red squirrels in the valley and often in our garden. The hamlet consists of some 12 houses, plus a historic church. One of the many walks from the house follows the river Eden and takes you past three ruined castles, including Pendragon Castle which was Lady Anne Clifford’s favourite. She was a seventeenth century aristocrat who travelled between her castles along Lady Anne’s way part of which is accessed half a mile down the road. In the summer you can catch a vintage bus outside the house to Hawes and return on foot on Lady Anne’s Way. The Settle Carlisle railway runs along the other side of the valley and can be joined at Kirkby Stephen. Steam trains Run on the line throughout the year. Appleby, with its annual horse fair is about fifteen miles away.
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