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

"This is a lovely property, so well equipped, so many items which we have usually had to take wit us or buy on arrival are provided. The weather when we were there was quite wet for some of the time and also chilly but the cottage was always warm. It was immaculately clean and very comfortable. Add to that the lovely welcome gift awaiting us was most generous. The countryside in the area is beautiful, lovely views from the property and good walks close by. We also tried out the King’s Head restaurant in Ravenstonedale and enjoyed a good meal and most friendly atmosphere."

"Great welcoming place to stay "

"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"

"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."

"The Hayloft is comfortable and quiet. Good location for accessing the Lakes, Northern Pennines and the Dales. Excellent walking from the door. Good parking facility."

"A lovely Cottage in a beautiful area."