Guests say
Corner Cottage in Kirkby Stephen is highly praised for its cleanliness, comfort, and convenient location. Guests appreciate the well-equipped facilities and the thoughtful touches from the hosts, including welcome gifts. The property serves as an excellent base for exploring the Dales and Cumbria, with easy access to local amenities and scenic walks.
Guests consistently note the spotless condition of the cottage, highlighting its cleanliness as a standout feature. Regular linen changes and a well-maintained environment contribute to the high standards observed.
The cottage's location is frequently commended for its proximity to local shops, pubs, and the town centre. Its position allows for easy exploration of the Lake District and surrounding areas, despite occasional mentions of traffic noise and parking challenges.
Reviewers find the cottage to be warm, cosy, and comfortable, with comfortable beds and seating. The presence of baby gates, a highchair, and a cot for younger guests is also appreciated, although one mention of a bowed bedroom floor suggests a minor concern.
The cottage is well-equipped with all necessary amenities, and guests are satisfied with the kitchen and outdoor patio. However, there are comments about the need for maintenance, such as updating the bath, fixing a door lock, and replacing garden furniture, which slightly affect the score.
Many guests mention and are grateful for the welcome gifts left by the hosts, which include wine, chocolates, and other treats. While these gestures are highly appreciated, it is important to note that such gifts are a courtesy and may not be provided for every stay.
About this property
A traditional, stone-built terraced cottage located at the end of the high street in the ever-popular town of Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria. This delightful cottage is an ideal small family retreat or for couples to spread out and recharge the batteries. The cottage has been tastefully renovated to retain its cottage charm, with a blend of original features and modern fixtures. On entering the cottage you will be met with a warm and cosy sitting room, ideal for relaxing and enjoying a film after a day exploring the wonderful surrounding area. On the ground floor you will also find a stylish kitchen with dining area and with all the amenities to prepare and enjoy meals with loved ones.
Upstairs two inviting bedrooms await you, one with a king-size double bed and one single bedroom, together with a modern family bathroom. Outside you will find a spacious patio area for enjoying a spot of alfresco dining, or for just relaxing with a good book and a refreshing drink. Less than a minute's walk from an array of shops and traditional pubs in the market town of Kirkby Stephen, the cottage sits in an enviable location. The area is superb for lovers of the outdoors, with the nearby Howgill Fells, a favourite of Wainwright, offering great walking and cycling opportunities, and the famous Coast-to-Coast route passes nearby.
Alternatively, enjoy the countryside from the comfort of a traditional steam train with the famous Settle-Carlisle railway can be easily accessed from the cottage. With the Yorkshire Dales and Lake District National Parks close by, this makes for an excellent holiday base whatever the time of year.
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.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size double, 1 x single.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen with dining area.
Sitting room with gas fire.
Gas central heating with gas fire.
Gas oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair.
Roadside parking with additional free parking in market square 150 yards from property.
Secure bike storage.
Enclosed patio with furniture.
One well-behaved pet welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub less than 1 min walk.
Nearby points of interest
- Hardraw Force Waterfall
Reviews (49)
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Malcolm
Plus on stripping the bed on departure, the bedding was very tired. However, the cottage was otherwise very clean, warm and comfortable and provided us with a most enjoyable stay. Perfectly situated in the centre of the village with ample roadside parking to the rear of the property on Faraday Road.
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Alison
Spotlessly clean ,comfortable and cosy. Everything we needed was there. It was great to be able just to walk minutes to the market square where shops etc are. The only little moan was that the garden furniture needs replaced. We will certainly return and recommend.
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Kate
Suspect a fault with the router. The owner, Linda, does not respond to calls, texts or e mail when we tried to contact her for a resolution. This is a recurring theme if you look at other reviews. Sykes managed to contact Linda who, surprise surprise, said the WIFI was working. It isn't. The cottage itself was comfortable and good value for money but on the basis that communication is so poor I really wouldn't recommend it. You have to contact Linda for the key code before arrival and she does not respond to calls, e mails etc. The kitchen desperately needs a new set of saucepans, all the non-stick has come off. Yuk!