About this property
Resting in the heart of the Cumbrian town of Appleby-in-Westmorland is this lovely cottage, Shepherds Rest, offering two guests an excellent base for touring the surrounding scenic areas. The North Pennines overlook the town, with the Yorkshire Dales to the south and the Lakes to the west, making Shepherds Rest ideal for a couple or two friends seeking outdoor adventures. Step through the front door from the street and turn into the lovely open-plan living space of the ground floor where a sofa sits before the TV and gas fire, allowing you to unwind in comfort after a busy day. Head over to the simple kitchen space to rustle up tasty dishes, with all the essentials at your fingertips including an electric oven and hob, microwave and fridge, while a washing machine sits in the external utility which can also be used for bike storage. The dining area serves as a lovely spot to tuck into your meals whether a quick bite or an intimate romantic setting for two, while summer months can be enjoyed with alfresco meals in the enclosed garden accessed down a path from the rear of the house, with a summerhouse and seating to enjoy. Travel upstairs to find two charming bedrooms comprising of a single bedroom and a double bedroom, served by the shared bathroom with a bath and overhead shower, this is the perfect property for holidaying with a friend or your other half. The town centre is just a short stroll from your doorstep which brings you to a host of shops, both local and known favourites, as well as pubs, takeaways and restaurants to sample some tasty food on evenings out. Appleby's train station is a major stop on the famous Settle to Carlisle Railway, an epic train journey taking you along one of the most scenic and impressive railways of the UK with viaducts, tunnels and stunning views to admire, the 72-miles of track will take you on an unforgettable trip well worth taking. Explore the beautiful Eden Valley with a walk from Appleby-in-Westmorland to Hoff and then Great Ormside and back, passing everything from castles and rivers to water mills and waterfalls. Venture up to Penrith to visit Penrith and Eden Museum, Penrith Castel, Mayburgh Henge and King Arthur's Round Table, while Dalemain Mansion and Historic Gardens lying just within the Lake District is a beautiful day out, as is Lowther Castle & Gardens too. Enjoy a circular walk around Ullswater, stopping to see Aira Force Waterfall and visiting one of the lakeside cafés on the southern shores, perfect for a coffee and cake with a view. The North Pennines is great for challenging hikes and climbs with the likes of High Cup Nick and Cross Fell boasting stunning views from the top, and incredible beauty spots like Ashgill Force and Cow Green Reservoir adding to the wonder. Enjoy an active holiday outdoors in Cumbria from the lovely Shepherds Rest.
Appleby-in-Westmorland is a delightful town resting within a loop of the River Eden in the county of Cumbria, settled between the North Pennines, Yorkshire Dales and the Lake District. This lovely town is positioned within the beautiful Eden Valley too, making it perfect for those seeking a base for a host of outdoor adventures. Discover plenty of shops, supermarkets, pubs and restaurants, with a myriad of outdoor pursuits to enjoy nearby including walking, cycling, fishing and horse-riding.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x single.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with gas fire.
External utility
Gas central heating with gas fire.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
On-street parking outside property for three hours with free disc, free parking further away in village.
Enclosed rear garden with seating and summerhouse reached via path.
Bike storage.
Pet-friendly up to 3 dogs.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.1 mile.
Note: In the double bedroom, the bed can only be accessed from one side, please consider this when booking.
Note: From April 16th 2024 pets will no longer be accepted, any current bookings with pets will be honored
Reviews (21)
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Camille
The owner told me that I was supposed to keep the dogs in cages while they were in the house just in case they went on the furniture, which is absurd. Also some issues with Wi-Fi going down and water turned off one night and property was not ready when I arrived to check in at 3pm. The owner showed up on the middle Saturday of the stay, knocked on the door and then sat outside watching the house for several hours in case I left the house without the dogs, saying she had seen me on the street earlier without them (!)
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Kim
Wasn't very clean, there was a used stained dish cloth and no clean ones to use. The bed covers were all creased and crumbled and we'll worn. No toilet brush to clean the toilet, no hand wash either in the bathroom. We could of coped with all of that, if the garden had been next to the cottage. I appreciate it said separated from the house, but it was passed about 3 or 4 other gardens, right up the top, with 3 dogs this was no good for us, having to put leads on them every time, and at night time before bed, to take them up there with no lighting in the garden was very difficult. Sorry but we couldn't have stood a whole week of not being able to just open a door and let the dogs out.
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Peter
lots of places to see and all ammenaties easily accessable