Kirkby Stephen Hotel Guide - Smardale Gill National Nature Reserve hotels in Kirkby Stephen, United Kingdom.

"The Shepod was an excellent property to stay in for a few days away from it all. Very clean, and cosy, great location for Lake District and Yorkshire Dales"

"Everything about Bluebell Barn is first class from accommodation to friendliness of the host. If you are looking for an adventure holiday or relaxing break bluebell Barn is the place to be. Ideal for walking. shopping or just to get away from the hustle and bustle this is the place to go. The host has thought of everything a holiday maker would appreciate from a welcome food pack to lots of games for the kids and a real log fire for the romantics."

"Great cottage for a family. We stayed here with our 3 children who loved the cottage (in particular having a TV in each bedroom where they could stream films each evening). The cottage is well equipped and has everything you would expect. A small welcome gift alongside a great selection of tea, coffee (and even hot chocolate) awaited us on our arrival. The Cottage is in a quiet location on the edge of a small village, (the owners helpfully provided instructions on how to avoid the fords which out sat Nav wished to send us through). There are a number of footpaths in the area, some of which start right outside the cottage with a great walk to the Smardale Gill Viaduct (around a 6 mile loop) possible from the cottage. There is loads to do in the local area, from hikes to castles with some great activities slightly further afield such as the Honister mine (climb the mine activity highly recommended if you are adventurous ) which is about an hours drive away, and Raby Castle about 50 minutes away if you wish to go a little further afield."

"We stayed at the Kings Head last weekend and had a lovely time. The pub itself is gorgeous, decorated beautifully, it is cosy and inviting and located in a lovely spot by the stream.Although the actual car park itself was small this was no problem as we parked literally a couple of minutes away on the lane, perfect as it allowed the opportunity to see a tiny red squirrel busy in a nearby tree. The bar was great and the rooms furnished beautifully with lots of lovely little touches to make your stay a tad more comfortable. From coffee,biscuits and tea,to shower caps, cotton buds and earplugs. The food was delicious and the hearty , ample full english next day was gorgeous. The resident dogs were delightful and every person working we encountered could not have been more friendly and accomodating."

"A lovely Cottage in a beautiful area."

"We had a lovely time at smardale cottage. It was clean, warm, cosy, well equipped and really comfortable. We really enjoyed walking from the cottage everyday but found the cottage very well placed for getting to the lakes and dales. Perfect for a relaxing week away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life."