Self-catering

Stay Lambing Live - Self-catering cottage in Cumbria

Wharton, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria
England, Regno Unito

Rachel Marston

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Hike the Wild Boar Fells, get cosy at home with books, games and DVDs, and meet the farm’s hens, cows and sheep

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Country lovers will feel at home at this just-renovated barn, on a working farm in walking country – as will families with young children. The two storeys where farmer and sheep were housed and hay and wool kept dry, have become a large, light and airy open-plan space, with soft white walls and new oak floors. Bedrooms and bathrooms are downstairs, off a limestone floor'd hall; the living area is under the vaulted ceiling above. There are velux windows in the roof, as well as large deep-silled ones, and views on every side of hills sprinkled with sheep. There's a wood-burner in the chimney breast, the furniture is solid and new, the kitchen gleams with black granite and steel, the bedrooms have fresh flowers and top quality everything, and the bathrooms, smartly tiled from floor to ceiling, have soaps and shampoo from the Sedbergh Soap Company. Logs and a generous welcome pack of award-winning local produce are on the house, and Rachel, who loves to meet and greet, is full of plans for courses, from cookery to dry stone walling. The garden has oak furniture, wood-fired hot tub, a fire pit and BBQ - at the end you'll find a rope swing.

Caratteristiche

Wheelchair access: At least one bedroom & bathroom accessible.
Limited mobility: At least one bedroom & bathroom accessible without steps.
Children welcome: Suitable for guests with children aged 3 and over.
No smoking: Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.
Credit cards: Credit or debit card payment accepted.
English spoken: Host speaks English, whether perfectly or not.
Air conditioning: Some, if not all, bedrooms are air-conditioned.
WiFi: Wireless internet access available.
Pets welcome: Please let the owner know if you want to bring pets.
Public transport: Within 10 miles of a bus/train station.
Working farm: Or vineyard.
Owner has pets: Animals living on the property.
Swimming pool: On the premises.
Bikes available: On the premises to hire or borrow.
Tennis court: On the premises.
Vegetarian meals: Available on request.
Licensed premises: Alcohol may be served.
Cash only: Credit or debit card payment not accepted.
Dogs welcome: Dogs welcome in some public rooms.
Handpumped ales: Pub serves four or more handpumped ales.
Wine list: Pub serves eight or more wines by the glass.
Food all day: Food is served all day long.
Babies welcome: Suitable for guests with a baby or toddler under 3.
Hot tub: Available to all guests, but may require booking.
Garden: Grounds for guests to explore.
Breakfast: Available, but may come at extra cost.
Self check-in: Guests can arrive here and check in independently.
EV charger: Electric vehicle charging point.

Attrezzature

Electricity included

Open fire / woodburner

Microwave oven

Central heating

Mobile reception

Television

Barbecue

Dishwasher

Cooked meals available

Washing machine

Restaurant within 3 miles

Shop within 3 miles

Pub within 3 miles

Relaxation areas

Breakfast available

Breakfast included

Oven

Hob

Spa on site

Bar on site

Free parking on site

Free parking nearby

Paid parking nearby

Local points of interest from Rachel Marston:

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Perfect location to explore the newly awarded UNESCO World Heritage Lake District (15 minutes drive) or if you prefer the quaint villages, and ancient castles and ruins the Yorkshire Dales is just outside your front door.
Take one of the worlds greatest railway journeys.... The Settle - Carlisle Railway. Located just a short walk through our fields is Kirkby Stephen railway station, from here you can plan rides and walks through the stunning countryside.
If you like walking, but don't like the crowds, then this is the place for you! Plenty of walks right from your front doorstep as recently featured in The Country Walking Magazine. Wild Boar Fell, Nine Standards, Lady Anne's Way and Smardale Nature reserve.
If you need the children to let off some steam there are acres of green fields and great places to visit. Lowther Castle and Raby Castle both have amazing adventure playgrounds for the young one with cafes onsite and lots to explore within the grounds.
Cumbria has some of the best restaurants in the country with local produce always on the menu. Just 2 miles up the road is The Black Swan with award winning food and a well stocked bar. Booking is essential.
"The Marston family" hosted BBC 2 Lambing Live - We now give our guests the chance to experience life on the farm, from feeding sheep to collecting freshly laid eggs. Lambing time is a favourite with guests with lambs to feed, cuddle and watch being born.

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Guest feedback

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"This is a lovey converted barn. We really enjoyed our stay. It is well equipped and very comfortable and warm. It was a treat to be able to view the working farm from the property. We have a small baby and there were some local pushchair friendly disused railway walks nearby. We hope to return one day during lambing season when our daughter is older."

James - York, United Kingdom

Gennaio 2017

"What a lovely house and location! Fantasic hosts and a brilliant welcome hamper! will return soon- so much to see and do! great location! "

Elliw - Criccieth, North Wales, United Kingdom

Novembre 2016

"What a fabulous place to stay! The cottage is lovely. We loved the views of sheep from the window, scrumptious welcome pack on arrival, luxurious rooms and ensuites and spectacular walks on the doorstep. The Fat Lamb pub nearby is a must and Brysons in Kirkby Stephen do great bacon butties ahead of a ride on the train to Settle. "

Lucy - chester, United Kingdom

Luglio 2016

"We could not speak highly enough of Stay Lambing Live: Rachel and Andrew could not have been warmer or more welcoming hosts. The accommodation was spotlessly clean and extremely comfortable. The location is stunning and totally unspoilt with beautiful walking around the cottage. Very child friendly - our six month old baby had a wonderful time and our friends' three year old adored being shown the farm by Andrew. We had several delicious meals in local pubs and loved pottering around the nearby towns. The ten days were the highlight of our summer - thank you, Rachel and Andrew. "

Rose - Oxford, United Kingdom

Luglio 2016

"A truly fantastic place. A really beautiful farm in an amazing location. The barn conversion has been completed to an excellent standard. Rachel & Andrew are great hosts and get you involved in any part of farm life that you choose. A really relaxing environment. We loved the amazing views from every window of the barn. Can't wait to return. "

Andrew

Luglio 2015

"What a truly special place to stay. The cottage was spotlessly clean, warm & cosy with very comfortable beds & sofas. It is the perfect place to relax. The scenery is stunningly beautiful. The welcome basket was full of delicious local produce & was very generous. The owners, Rachel & Andrew were welcoming & extremely generous with their time; our time spent with them on their farm was informative, great fun & the stuff memories are made of. Simply the best place we have ever stayed. "

Giugno 2015

"We had the must amazing time on the farm. Rachel and her daughter were the kindest hosts and really made us feel welcome. The children loved helping out with the animals - even during the torrential rain! The cottage is beautiful and the welcome hamper of local produce and all the extra touches makes this a very special place indeed! I almost don't want to let the secret out - to keep it for ourselves but that would be unfair after all the hard work they put in!! If you have children or just want a peaceful break in stunning surroundings then you've found it here - you won't be disappointed. "

Maggio 2015

"Spent a wonderful week at the cottage! Fabulous location in terms of view and accessibility to sights. The Marstons were great hosts; warmly welcoming us and my children and embracing them into their daily farming routine! Definitely going back again! "

Aprile 2015

"Spent a heavenly weekend at the Marston family cottage. Beautiful, tasteful and spotlessly clean accommodation. Great kitchen! Exquisite location! Experienced lambing season first hand - what a treat! Rachel and her family very generously open their working farm up to their guests, including "city mice" with little to no farm experience. I birthed 3 lambs under expert guidance!! Truly a perfect place to ensconce yourself away from the noisy world and a great base from which to explore the wonder of the Dales and Lakes. "

Marzo 2015

"Beautiful barn conversion set in stunning countryside on working hill farm. We had the most relaxing family week away from the City. Totally recommend this fabulous place. "

Febbraio 2015

"What an amazing barn........right in the middle of the most amazing countryside! Brilliant interior design by Rachel. A large open living space and lovely ensuite bedrooms with big comfy beds. There's loads to do around here as it's right between the Lakes and the Dales, but you could just stay local. Kirby Stephen is a great little place. Well done to the lovely Marston Family, your barn is perfect!"

Agosto 2014

"Fantastic holiday! A lovely warm welcome, luxury cottage in stunning surroundings. Can't wait to go back again!"

Maggio 2014

"This has rapidly and well deservedly become our favourite family holiday destination with both children aged 7 and 5 repeatedly asking to return. So brilliant we initially stayed in November and returned in February. The welcome from Andrew and Rachael is fantastic. We watched a calf being born, and the children have blown dried calves, and even had 2 new born calves named after them, whose progress they still follow by email. Combine this with a luxurious cottage, and fantastic bike rides, walks and a steam railway on the door and you have a recipe for a contented family! See you again soon!"

Febbraio 2014

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