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Apple Tree Cottage, Kirkby Stephen

Apple Tree Cottage is a wonderful stone property nestled within the owner's working farm, some six miles south of Appleby in Cumbria. It comprises two bedrooms; two ground floor doubles, one with en-suite Jack-and-Jill shower room, sleeping four people. There is also a ground floor shower room next to the utility and a first floor open-plan living room with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove. To the exterior is a veranda with furniture and a private patio with seating and hot tub.

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Accommodation Details

Reverse-level accommodation. Two ground floor bedrooms: 1 x king-size double with en-suite Jack-and-Jill shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x double. Ground floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC. First floor open-plan living room with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove. Ground floor utility.

Kirkby Stephen 4 miles. Boasting an elevated position in a beautiful location, with superb vistas of the Pennines and amenities close by in the town of Kirkby Stephen, is Apple Tree Cottage. Set on a working farm, next to the owner's caravan park, this stunning accommodation is accessed via an external staircase, perfect for families, couples and friends. The attention to detail will be evident from the moment you step through the front door, with bright, uplifting colour schemes, vaulted ceiling and quirky fixtures to add to the character. Cold wintry evenings will welcome the warmth from the woodburner set in one corner of the room, where you can curl up on the armchair with a good book. There is also a glass door framing a patchwork of fields, which opens up to a Juliet-style balcony. The kitchen is fully fitted in a stylish fashion with a lovely breakfast island and dining for four people, ideal for those family meals after a day exploring the local area. Fresh, crisp mornings will have you stepping out onto the veranda with your morning coffee to take in the picturesque views. Downstairs is where you will find the bedrooms and shower rooms, as well as a handy utility room housing laundry facilities. The master bedroom even has its own en-suite Jack-and-Jill shower room. On return form a long walk through luscious countryside, enjoy a warm soak in the hot tub and later sit out on the patio with a refreshing drink in hand, soaking up the country atmosphere. Nearby is the market town of Kirkby Stephen, full of amenities to replenish your cupboards, grab some lunch at one of the cafés or enjoy a drink at the pub. It is a pretty town with cobbled streets, quaint corners and a picnic area where “Frank’s Bridge” crosses the River Eden. There is a plethora of waling and cycling, the settle-Carlisle railway line and many more attractions waiting to be discovered. Set in the heart of the Eden Valley, with the lakes, fells and lush dales nearby, this makes a wonderful base for your next family holiday.

Kirkby Stephen lies at the foot of the Howgill Fells in the upper Eden Valley, with a traditional market place, shops, cafes, restaurants and pubs for every taste and budget. You can enjoy a picnic by “Frank’s Bridge”, which crosses the River Eden, while just a mile from the town, the old railway station connects to the Settle-Carlisle Railway line, for a family day out. There are many walks and cycle routes to try with the whole of the Lake District National Park and the Yorkshire Dales easily reached.

Amenities & Facilities

Electric heating with woodburning stove. Oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washer/dryer. TV with freeview, DVD, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs. Fuel, power and starter pack for fire/stove inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Highchair, stairgate and travel cot available. Ample off-road parking. Enclosed patio garden with seating and hot tub, veranda with seating. Two well-behaved dogs welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop and pub 4 miles. Note: Please be aware this property is on a working farm.

Location Details

Impressive mountains, open fells and clear-water lakes, the Lake District has it all. From walking in the mountains to exhilarating watersports or just a gentle cruise on a steam-powered yacht, Cumbria is the perfect holiday destination.

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7-Day Forecast

Make the most of your holiday by considering the weather! The 7-day weather forecast for Kirkby Stephen is detailed below.

Mon 25th Light rain 8°C 4°C 29mph 2.7mm 992mb
Tue 26th Light rain 6°C 1°C 14mph 0.4mm 1,012mb
Wed 27th Light snow 4°C 1°C 6mph 0.1mm 1,017mb
Thu 28th Few clouds 5°C 1°C 6mph 0.0mm 1,028mb
Fri 29th Broken clouds 5°C 1°C 6mph 0.0mm 1,025mb
Sat 30th Overcast clouds 5°C 1°C 7mph 0.0mm 1,023mb
Sun 1st Overcast clouds 4°C 1°C 7mph 0.0mm 1,019mb

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