Guests generally enjoyed their stay at 89 High Street, praising its cosy and characterful ambiance. The cottage's location in Kirkby Stephen is appreciated for its proximity to local amenities and scenic walks. The enclosed gardens are highlighted as a bonus for dog owners. While some guests mentioned minor issues with parking and maintenance, the overall sentiment is positive, with many expressing a desire to return.
The majority of guests found the cottage to be clean and well-presented, with crisp sheets and tidy rooms. However, a few guests suggested that a deeper clean might be beneficial, particularly in less visible areas.
The cottage's location is highly regarded, with guests enjoying the easy access to local shops, pubs, and countryside walks. The town of Kirkby Stephen offers a friendly atmosphere and convenient amenities.
Guests describe the cottage as warm, cosy, and inviting, with comfortable beds and a wood burner for chilly evenings. Some guests found the downstairs area a bit dark, and the living space may be snug for larger groups.
The cottage is well-equipped with modern appliances and a powerful shower. However, some guests noted that certain areas, such as the bathroom, could benefit from updating, and there were minor comments about the need for better lighting and a hairdryer.
While many reviews reflect a positive experience, there is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate a level of thoughtfulness from the hosts. Therefore, this category cannot be scored.
This 17th century, stone-built terraced cottage is located close to the centre of the attractive town of Kirkby Stephen, near to all the towns amenities and the railway station. This historic, cosy cottage dates back to 1671 and is full of original features with beams and latch doors, but also has modern conveniences with a well-equipped kitchen and bathroom. The sitting room has beams and a woodburning stove and is a cosy room to enjoy after a day exploring the surrounding area. Both the sitting room and kitchen have a dining area and are tastefully and thoughtfully decorated to suit the history of the cottage. To the front of the cottage is a lovely sunny lawned garden or you can step into the back patio to enjoy the evening sun with an alfresco meal. The comfortable bedrooms have added character with beams, sloping ceilings and views to the fells from the second floor bedroom. This is an ideal cottage for family and friends wishing to explore this stunning area, with the market town amenities of Kirby Stephen a stones throw away with a choice of pubs, cafés and antique shops. This lovely cottage is an excellent base for exploring the Eden valley and there are walking tours available from the door. The glorious Howgills are close by and the famous coast to coast walk devised by Alfred Wainwright passes the town. Close by is the local station to the Settle-Carlisle railway, making this cottage a perfect location to explore the Yorkshire Dales, Northumberland National Park or the Lake District National Park. This delightful cottage is an ideal choice to enjoy a holiday in this area at any time of the 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 Franks 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.
Over three floors.
Three bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x second floor twin, 1 x single.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen with dining area.
Sitting room with dining area and woodburning stove.
Gas central heating with woodburning stove.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi.
Fuel, power and starter pack for stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off road parking for 2 cars.
Front lawned garden and rear patio with BBQ.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 5 mins walk.
Note: Steep stairs to second floor, may not be suitable for those with limited mobility.
Note: Second floor bedroom has low sloping ceiling and beams.
Note: Two stone steps from back door and five stone steps on patio with high drop with fenced upper level, children to be supervised at all times.
Quentin
Well equipped . Only 2 of us stayed - room each so plenty of space. Lounge a big dark as large tree in front garden . Would stay again
David
It was a very easy lockbox Check in and a very comfortable stay. I would definitely use the place again.
Karen
It is very comfortable and supprisingly spacouse bedrooms. Would definately recommend ot
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