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8 Guests
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4 Bedrooms
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4 Bathrooms
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Pets No
Features
- Electric vehicle charging
- Hot tub
- Off road parking
- Ground floor accommodation
- Ground floor bedroom
- Garden / Patio
- Cot available
- Highchair available
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
90 Customer Reviews
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"Wow this place was fantastic."
spotlessly clean and spacious. Never stayed in place where the kitchen was so well equipped. Amazing views and great walks from the house. On request the owners decorated the house for Christmas and they were lovely. Great space for a big family and a large hot tub too. Will have to come back next year
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"Such a lovely stay at Birkett Barn, even the weather was kind to us."
The house has been done out to a very high standard and the owner were very welcoming. Lovely spot if you need peace and quiet. Thank you for allowing us to stay. Would highly recommend this beautiful home.
Thank you for your great feedback, it's much appreciated Property Owner
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"The house was beautiful and all our needs were catered for."
The view from the house was absolutely stunning. We are a family of retired pensioners and we like to get together by hiring accommodation once a year in September and I was so pleased because I booked Birkett Barn and they were all really pleased with my choice.
So pleased you had a great stay with us, thank you for your fantastic feedback, it's greatly appreciated Property Owner
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"Another fabulous stay!"
Glad you had a good stay, and thanks for your fantastic feedback Property Owner
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"Had a wonderful break here with my friend and our children."
A beautiful house with everything we needed … with the bonus of the hot tub, visiting cats and chickens with an incredible view. Will Certainly be back!
Thank you for your great feedback, it's much appreciated Property Owner
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"We had a wonderful stay at Birkett Barn, our only downside was having to leave!"
We will certainly be back, such a beautiful home in a fantastic location, close to villages with shops, places to eat, bars etc, some lovely walking routes which we didn’t have time to fully explore but a perfect base for when we come back. The house itself was well equipped, kids loved having their own rooms and all being en suite was an added bonus, the people were lovely and the seating areas perfect for family games and family meals, the kitchen was well equipped and had everything we needed. Views were just magical. Thank you so much for having us, and we’re certain we will see you again soon.
Glad you enjoyed your stay with us, and thank you for your fantastic feedback Property Owner
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"Birkett Barn was excellent and we really enjoyed our stay."
The whole experience was fantastic and apart from the comfortable cottage, the views were incredible. The only small negative observation was the quality of the utensils such as vegetable peeler and grater being of poor quality.The non stick frying pans wereconsiderably worn and the non stick coating had worn away. Bearing in mind the high quality of the kitchen and its facilities, it was surprising that these items were not up to standard. Only a small negative observation and apart from this we had no complaints.
Thanks for your great feed back, taken your advice and purchased new frying pan, grater and veg peeler, so hopefully future customers will be happy! Property Owner
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"We had an amazing stay at Birkett Barn, the property was amazing with great facilities set in a stunning location."
Glad you had a great stay with us, thank you for your fantastic feedback Property Owner
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"Another fantastic visit, very clean and everything we could wish for and more provided."
Thank You.
Thank you for your fantastic feedback, it's greatly appreciated Property Owner
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"Amazing property and location, the place was as shown in the pictures and we were not disappointed!"
We’ll be back for sure!
So pleased you had a great stay with us, Thank you for your fantastic feedback, hope to see you all again! Property Owner
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"Absolutely stunning property, great location and facilties."
We were only there for 2 nights for a wedding locally but we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. My only comment would be a slightly later check out time would be preferable, getting 6 adults and two kids rounded up for 10 am after a late night was a challenge!! Maybe 11.30 would have been a better time.
Thank you for your great feedback, it's much appreciated, Property Owner
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"Lovely property and the owners were amazing."
Thank you Malcolm. We will be back.
Fantastic feed back, so pleased you had a great stay with us, thank you Property Owner
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"Absolutely fabulous venue that was perfect for 4 couples enjoying time away together."
The location is fantastic and considering it is on a working farm there was very little noise or distraction. The owners are very friendly and welcoming and keep the house and area to a very high standard of cleanliness. The 2 main areas - Kitchen/dining and the living room are of ample proportions and all fixtures and fittings are of a very good standard. This is also relevant for the 4 bedrooms and all have ensuite. We hope to be back soon.
Thank you for your fantastic feed back, it's greatly appreciated, so pleased you had a good stay with us, hope you return soon! Property Owner
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"We had an absolutely amazing weekend at Birkett Barn."
The house was beautiful and pristine. Every bedroom has an en-suite and the house has 2 additional bathrooms which was great! The hot tub was perfect and the views from the house were beautiful with great walks straight from the doorstep! We will definitely be back and would recommend Birkett Barn to anyone!
Thank you for your great feedback, it's very much appreciated, so pleased you had a good stay with us, and look forward to seeing you again Property Owner
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"We had an absolutely lovely time at birkett barn at the weekend."
The house exceeded our expectations with how clean and well equipped it was. The location and views were beautiful. We wish we could have stayed longer.
Thanks for your fantastic feedback, it's greatly appreciated, so pleased you had a good stay with us Property Owner
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"Great weekend break away for us girls."
Really enjoyed the barn and the facilities. Very well equipped, location was great. We really enjoyed our stay, thank you.
Glad you enjoyed your stay with us, thanks for your great feedback Property Owner
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"Absolutely amazing property advertising photos dont do this place justice exceeded our expectations perfect for what we needed would definitely return."
Owners very friendly and helpful Thankyou
Pleased you had a good stay with us, and your feedback is very much appreciated, thank you Property Owner
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"This is an amazing property in a fantastic location."
The property was warm and very comfortable. All of the electrical appliances were of high quality. It was great to have plenty of crockery and cutlery. It was great that all bedrooms were the same so no quibbling about who got what room and some of the little touches (biscuits, sweets, face wipes) were really appreciated. Finally the hot tub was easily accessed from the property and was lovely and clean.
Thanks for your fantastic feedback, it's very much appreciated, pleased you had a good stay with us. Property Owner
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"Lovely place."
Really beautiful. Only regret is that we couldn't stay for longer.
Glad you enjoyed your stay with us, and thanks for the great feedback Property Owner
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"Pros: Beautiful house Lovely location and views…specially from hot tub House was clean and really nice."
Lots of kitchen crockery and tools available, had everything we needed. Cons: The beds were really uncomfortable. No one slept the whole 4 nights. The hot tub was really dirty…unfortunately wasn't clean It was tough having living room upstairs and kitchen downstairs
Thank you for the positive comments, regarding the beds, the mattresses are under 2 years old and in good condition, however we can't accommodate for individual sleeping preferences! The hot tub was freshly filled and filter changed before your arrival, and once during your stay, during cleaning the filters were found to be blocked with tissue paper and other debris, so was unable to filter the water properly !!!! Property Owner
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"We have had an excellent weekend at Birkett Barn!"
A fabulous house with excellent facilities! The hot tub is large and the house is well equipped for all you will need. A massive thank you to Malcolm for rescuing us two at a time in his tractor when Storm Isha floods blocked the road to the barn! Amazing house & friendly host - we can’t wait to return!
Thank you for your great feedback, so glad you enjoyed your stay with us, think you were unlucky with the weather, but hopefully if you return, it might be kinder! Property Owner
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"What an amazing time!"
We do a yearly meet up with friends in December and hire a lodge just to eat rubbish and sit in a hot tub and this one by far has been the best one. The dedication to the Christmas details was lovely. They provided everything you needed from towles to even make up wipes to gravy boats. The beds were so comfy and well presented. Malcom was lovely. The lovely cats that came and saw us every day were lovely. The other farmer who we accidentally ended up at was very helpful with giving us directions. I know a few people have said the location is hard to find but malcom has the what 3 words location. If you follow that you cant get lost. We will definitely be back in the future.
Thanks for your amazing feed back, it's very much appreciated, and glad you enjoyed your stay Property Owner
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"Fantastic property, exceeded our expectations."
Thanks for your fantastic feedback Property Owner
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"We have thoroughly enjoyed our stay."
Beautiful property, and very comfortable. Very well equipped, so nice to have plenty of crockery, cutlery, mugs, glasses, just perfect. The hot tub was very welcome, and so much fun sitting in it while the snow was falling. Thanks for our wine and biscuits.
Glad you enjoyed your time with us, Thanks for the great feedback Property Owner
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"It’s a beautiful cottage , well maintained , only negative points the post ..."
It’s a beautiful cottage , well maintained , only negative points the post code stops you at the wrong destination and we needed to knock on doors to find out were our cottage was , maybe a little sign advising a further couple miles down the road, or info put on the site , also the two telephone numbers supplied to get instructions were not getting answered, hot tub was lovely , clean and warm , we all came home fully relaxed thank you
Lovely to meet you, Thanks for your feedback Property Owner
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"Super clean properly which is the most important aspect for me."
Great space for socializing and fabulous location
Glad you enjoyed your stay with us, and thanks for your fantastic feedback. Property Owner
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"The property is finished to a very high standard is very comfortable and had everything you we needed."
Only one minor issue and that was the tv in the kitchen area which we were not able to get any channels on . Also for future visitors , the directions given are rather sketchy . As you pass down the lane on which the barn is situated you drive through a short tunnel which if mentioned on the directions would confirm that you are in the right road.
Thank you for your great feedback, we will definitely be reviewing directions. Property Owner
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"This is the perfect holiday accomodation."
The barn is spotless, comfortable, tastefully furnished and with the most amazing views. The host is very friendly and even got his sheep dogs to give us a small demonstration of their skills. We all said we will definitely come back here.
Thank you for your time to give us some fantastic feed back, it's greatly appreciated, glad you enjoyed your stay with us Property Owner
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"High standards, clean and great facilities as well as a superb location."
Thanks for your great feed back, very much appreciated Property Owner
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"Fantastic large and comfortable home with amazing scenery."
Furnished and designed to a very high spec. Kitchen was ginormous and very well equipped. Excellent living room, all bedrooms en suite and great size. Hot tub large and very well located with a beautiful view. Excellent location and near wonderful walks and Kirkby Stephen. Only thing I'd ask is that the owners put the house on Google maps. Thank you!
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"Too much to mention barking dogs kept caged in barn 50ft from bedroom window no let up all day and night a further 3 dogs roaming round constantly barking ."
Baby gate did not fit owner left towel on top to try and fold down side to stop it and child from falling downstairs . No storage space ie wardrobes in 3 of the bedrooms bedroom downstairs had beetles in so son and partner could not leave anything on the floor . Hot tub unusable if raining cheap gazebo £100 would have solved this. No outside space or privacy only saw owner who lives next door when we were leaving and finally asked if everything was alright !!! I have all relevant photos and video evidence to show all concerns but doubt if these will be answered as I have been on the internet and looked at all the unhappy customers that you already have. Will definitely do my homework next time.
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"We had a lovely stay at Birkett Barn, it has everything you need for a relaxing holiday and we would definitely recommend it."
The property is situated in a peaceful location with stunning views.
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"We All had a great stay, the house met and exceeded our expectations very clean very well presented nice little touches like a complimentary Bottle of wine."
Set in a quiet spot in the hillside with stunning views, could not ask for more. Thank You
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"Me and my friends thoroughly enjoyed our weekend away here, the house was perfect, well equipped and very clean."
We Would definitely go again.
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"Myself and 5 friends recently stayed, the was location was absolutely beautiful, and barn was fantastic, very comfortable and had everything you could possibly need."
The hot tub was a wonderful bonus to. We all wanted to mention the farmyard animals who greeted us throughout the day, so lovely to see and hear. Thank you to the owners for a wonderful barn. Christine.
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"Absolutely beautiful location and property !"
Couldn’t of asked for better , thank you x
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"The barn was very well equipped with everything you could possibly need."
The views are stunning, the hosts were very friendly and helpful. We will recommend Birkett Barn to family and friends. Lynne.
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"Birkett Barn is without doubt the best property my friends and I have stayed in (and we’ve stayed in a lot)."
The whole barn is built to a very high spec, it’s comfortable, very very spacious, every bedroom has its own en-suite and the kitchen is amazing, extremely well stocked with every utensil you can imagine. The barn is extremely clean and comfortable and, as we are a group of mature women, for once we had the appropriate space needed for 8 people. We will definitely be back
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"Myself and seven friends visited recently for a girls get-together at the end of February 2023."
We went with the intention of having a ‘pjs, food, drink, games, chatter and plenty of laughs’ type of weekend, and we had a fabulous time. The barn is extremely well kitted out, and very spacious. It certainly didn’t disappoint. The hot tub was just lovely, and there are doors to the side of the barn that take you out to it. We loved it so much we booked to go back for next years little adventure while we were there!
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"Great location for a relaxing break with the family."
It had all the facilities you need for a good time. Hot tub was frequently used by all. Complementary treats were an added bonus. Would highly recommend this property. The men spent a day fishing at Bessy Beck while the girls went shopping. Win win all round.
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"Could not fault this property, it was amazing."
The owners are so friendly and love to stop for a chat. We will definitely return
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"Fantastic stay,beautiful property with everything that we needed."
Will definately book to stay again. Hot tub was great Lovely scenery
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"WOW just Wow what a amazing property, we stayed for a weekend 7 of us and it was ..."
WOW just Wow what a amazing property, we stayed for a weekend 7 of us and it was fantastic the owners even left a welcome goodie box which was a lovely and thoughtful touch, the barn/house converted to a brilliant standard, the kitchen is just amazing and well equipped it has everything you could ever need, the hot tub was fantastic with incredible views, en-suite to every bedroom plus 2 additional toilets, equipped to the highest standard and the ambient lighting is stunning, will definitely be booking to come back
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"Great cottage perfect for weekend away with friends"
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"This property was amazing."
The kitchen was outstanding and very well equipped. Everywhere was very clean and kitted out to a high spec. Lovely large comfortable lounge which was all ideal for our family get together. Will definitely be back.
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"There is only one word for this accommodation Fabulous!"
! Everything is catered for from under floor heating,an abundance of hot water , high tech equipment, a kitchen to die for,a hot tub to relax in and views outside your door to take your breath away . Will we be back most definitely.
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"A very comfortable house set in a remote location with wonderful views of the surrounding spectacular countryside, It was very new and extremely well equipped and when we arrived it was in pristine clean condition."
It has a huge kitchen/dining room and a very spacious ,warm lounge on the upper floor. The surrounding countryside is great for hiking, and the hot tub great for relaxing after a hike, or for star gazing after dark. Overall….superb!
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"Lovely comfortable property, in a quiet scenic area."
Owners were generous with little extras and the hot tub was great ! On the whole the holiday was very restful, would definitely go again.
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"Amazing place to stay, area is beautiful with lots to see."
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"This property looks good online but when you get there it exceeds expectations and has a WOW factor."
Great facilities set in beautiful countryside Hosts very fruit not overbearing. Would recommend for a fantastic relaxing break.
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"A perfect rural getaway for a family!"
Birkett Barn well and truly exceeded all our expectations. Photos from the website do not do it justice. The most serene setting and surroundings, peaceful rural location but within easy reach from the main roads. The house is really just stunning. Modern, spotlessly clean and still cosy. The huge kitchen was our favourite space decked out with everything you needed and more! Hot tub was thoroughly enjoyed both in day time with the rolling hills, and at night time with a sky full of stars and the rising moon! Friendly owner, loved being on a working farm, greeted by chickens every morning. Would love to come back, thank you!
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"We had a great time, the house is amazing, very spacious and clean."
The kitchen was brilliant, really well equipped. The hotttub is a great addition, it's very relaxing looking out to the country side. The owners were lovely and really friendly. Definitely recommend!
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"Wow what a place."
Exceeded our expectations in every way. Beautiful scenery, clean, equipped with everything you need, and even things you didn't know you needed! Owner friendly and helpful. Would highly recommend to anyone. Pictures really don't do the place justice! Will 100% be bak....if just for the hot tub!
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"Birkett barn is the perfect place to stay to get away from it all."
Beautiful barn and stunning scenery. There is a lovely walk right from the front door. A perfect getaway and we would highly recommend.
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"A beautiful place, very well equipped."
Gorgeous views of the Eden Valley. They owners were very friendly and helpful.
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"A beautifully appointed property set in idyllic scenery."
The instructions regarding finding the property are spot on, perhaps the use of "what3words" as an alternative would get you literally to the door. The kitchen was spacious with everything you might need. The week we were there was so hot the plumbed in fridge freezer with dispensed ice and cold water was a god send. The bedrooms were all comfortable, each with there own en-suite. Plus 2 additional toilets one up stairs and one down. A large spacious lounge upstairs allowed for family get togethers. The hot tub was the most used piece of equipment, each evening we relaxed in the spa, enjoying the tranquility of the scenery and on our last night watching a beautiful harvest moon rise over the hills. Overall a wonderful holiday providing memories for a lifetime.
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"This is a lovely and peaceful place."
The house waa amazing there was nothining needed even down to the little details. The owners were very nice and friendly. The kids lived in the hot tub next time we will have to come with out them to get our chance. I will recommed this place to everyone who wants to go to Cumbria. Waking up to the view waa a joy. Thank you to Malcom and his wife!!
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"Fantastic property."
Couldn’t fault the place. So spacious and immaculate throughout. Hosts very helpful. A lovely peaceful and scenic spot would highly recommend for those just wanting to get away away from it all.
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"My friends and I drove up here for my birthday."
Couldn't have asked for more. Every room was perfect, the kitchen and living room were huge and fit us all very comfortably. The outside was lovely, it's more or less in a farm so there's farm animals dotted around the area with stunning views. Hot tub was a lovely touch. The walking routes were great, and not far to nearby food/pubs.
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"A beautifully converted barn in a stunning setting."
Spacious, very high spec and everything you could need. Great hot tub (with a view!). Hosts really friendly and helpful and great place for children to roam and enjoy. Highly recommend.
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"Had a fantastic, very relaxing time in this converted barn."
it is very spacious and furnished to a very high standard with lovely personal touches and the hot tub is an added bonus .Amazing views makes you feel at one with nature , Malcom the owner has thought of everything all the information you need is in a a welcome pack and nothing was too much trouble would highly recommend it and hopefully be back soon .
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"We were all very happy with our stay, it was home from home for us."
We met Malcolm too, he was very pleasant and gave us directions for our walk and a suggestion of a place to eat, We couldn't fault our stay and would be happy to stay here again and will be recommending to family and friends. Our 1 suggestion would be an 11am check out just to give a little more time to get ready and for it to feel more relaxed before leaving. Other than that a 5 star stay for us.
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"Oh where do I start."
Was totally amazed from the moment we stepped into this amazing place. Everything about it was excellent and couldn’t have asked for more. The owner of the place was amazing also and was always a pleasure too talk with, gave us some lovely insight about the area and even helped us explore! The facilities provided are excellent and the whole house is beautifully presented! It was harder leaving the house because it was so comfy! Would definitely come back! Thank you for allowing us too have a great stay!
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"Birkett Barn was fantastic and in a wonderful setting, the barn has everything you need and is perfect for 4 couples."
Malcolm the owner is also very knowledgeable of the local area and great guy to talk to. We will definitely come back for a longer break.
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"Excellent accommodation."
The owners have thought of everything to make your stay memorable even a hot tub. What more could you ask ? Would have no hesitation in returning or recommending to friends .
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"Absolutely stunning location and beautiful property."
Everything you need is there and you are only an hour's stroll into Kirkby Stephen (if you feel the need to venture out). Had a great time thank you
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"Fantastic property and setting, it was perfect for us."
The hot tub was also a big hit with the children! My daughter really enjoyed feeding the horses and being near the animals. Thank you!
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"We had a fantastic time at Birkett Barn celebrating my husband's 60th birthday."
The house is very comfortable and well-equipped with everything you might need. The views are stunning and the best part was the fabulous hot-tub which we all enjoyed. We will definitely recommend it to others and hope to go again soon.
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"Amazing place & views Loved it!"
Will be back! Excellently equipped & to a high standard. Thank You
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"We were a group of friends looking for a relaxing weekend, and this barn had all we needed and more!"
Very well equipped with all you need, even down to the small touches like the provision of shampoo etc. The kitchen is amazing with loads of space. As is the cosy living room with reclining sofas. The upstairs bedrooms are very spacious with really comfy beds! The downstairs bedrooms are a lot smaller which isn’t an issue, but the comfort of the beds isn’t as good. Special thanks to Malc for picking up our takeaway!! Customer service was brilliant. We will definitely be back!
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"Amazing weekend."
The house is incredible, amazing location. Already booked again for November xx
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"A fantastic place to stay."
The barn had everything we needed and was so luxurious having 4 double bedrooms, all with en suite facilities. The area was great for walks, sightseeing and the Settle - Carlisle trains. We would definitely book this accommodation again.
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"Amazing stay in a lovely, quiet location."
Perfect for a short breakaway! We had everything we needed, thank you.
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"Fantastic property, very clean and finished to a very high standard."
In a lovely location for long walks in the dales. We were really impressed by the host's attention to detail- the kitchen had everything we needed and more, there were plenty of toilets and showers and the large kitchen, patio areas, and lounge were perfect for 8 guests.
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"Fantastic place to stay."
The barn was immaculate and catered for every need. Really enjoyed our break. Highly recommended.
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"The barn was superbly presented with everything you could ask for a fantastic stay."
The hot tub was a massive hit with the family. The views were sensational. The owners were very helpful and friendly. I would definitely book again.
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"We had the best of times in this beautiful barn."
From the friendliest of welcomes to not wanting to leave! It’s perfect in every way. Spotlessly clean. Lots of little extras. Extremely cosy and comfortable. Amazing kitchen. Fabulous hot tub. The views are outstanding and I cannot recommend Birkett Barn highly enough.
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"Birkett Barn is an absolute stunner of a property."
Super clean with a very well stocked kitchen, oodles of room, every mod-con you’d want, beautiful location, and really friendly and helpful owners. I could offer nothing but high praise. Just a perfect holiday home with the wow factor in spades.
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"We booked a long weekend away to celebrate a birthday."
The cottage was beautifully decorated with Christmas decorations, which was a surprise to us all. The whole cottage was perfect! Fantastic large kitchen/diner and all the kitchen utensils you'd find at home. None of our party wanted to leave. The surrounding area was so peaceful, especially whilst chilling in the hot tub. There's not a thing we could fault. We would all return in a heatbeat Thank you!!
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"Absolutely fantastic stay, brilliant facilities, we loved it."
Already rebooked for next year. Thank you for a great holiday
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"House is amazing and all of the staff were really welcoming"
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"The house has everything a family could need and is very comfortable."
So much to do locally and we loved being able to do some walks straight from the cottage. The hot tub was lovely once the kids were in bed! The host Malcolm was very helpful with anything we needed and gave good recommendations on where to eat. Thanks again for having us
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"Lovely place and beautiful scenery."
The owner was very friendly and was always ready to help. Good place and wouldn’t mind going back again.
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"We had a fantastic time at Birkett Farm!"
! The house is absolutely stunning! The kitchen and living room are beautiful. We didn’t want to leave : ) The Hot Tub stole the show for us… we had such a great time in it with beautiful Cumbrian scenery during the day and an amazing star filled sky at night. The owner Malc was a really nice guy and it was a pleasure to meet him and his family. We would 100% book again!!
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"Couldn't fault the facilities, or experience top marks all round."
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"A very well equipped spacious property."
Beautiful countryside with walks straight from the front door. Highly recommend
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"Birkett Barn is the perfect holiday destination for a family."
It's push back comfortable sofas and plush carpets were enjoyed by all. With plenty of good movies available on 2 large screens and a state of the art kitchen we didn't want to leave. The hot tub was a nice bonus as well as the friendly host family and all the farm animals. A thoroughly enjoyable stay that we look forward to repeating.
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"The accommodation was of a very high standard."
It was clear that a lot of thought had gone into the layout of the property. The area itself is very calming with some great walks.
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"Great base for a family holiday, remote and quiet yet easily accessible to most Lake District attractions, the accommodation itself was clean, modern with a high standard of finishing yet felt homely and rural."
We had a lovely family holiday and would recommend this location.
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"Had a lovely break at Birkett barn,very clean and comfortable,big and spacious,made to feel very welcome."
Couldn’t fault it at all.amazing views all around.hot tub very clean and lovely to relax in.we were a family of 6 and everyone of us loved it.would highly recommend it and will definitely be returning.
Summary
- Four bedrooms: 2 x ground-floor double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x double with en-suite bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC
- Cloakroom with basin and WC
- First-floor cloakroom with basin and WC
- Kitchen/diner
- Sitting room
- Ground-floor underfloor heating
- Gas range cooker and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, Smart TV, Sky TV, WiFi
- Fuel and power inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Travel cot and highchair available
- Off-road parking for three cars
- Electric vehicle charging point
- Garden with two patio areas and hot tub (Please bring your own towels to use with the hot tub)
- Sorry, no pets and no smoking
- Shop 2.7 miles, pub 2.8 miles
- Please note: No stag/hen or similar.
The property
Kirkby Stephen 3 miles.
Birkett Barn is a delightfully modern barn conversion set in the rolling countryside of Wharton, near Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria.
Set over two floors and sleeping up to eight guests, Birkett Barn is a homely yet contemporary setting for a family or group of friends to explore the glorious countryside and surrounding towns.
Arriving at the property via a single track road, you will find convenient off-parking for three cars as you unload your bags and step into the lobby area, where you can remove your shoes and start to relax.
The designated chef of the group will be enamoured with the well-equipped modern kitchen; there are sure to be some excellent home-cooked meals enjoyed in this room, where you can opt to dine at the breakfast bar or dining table to toast to the wonderful adventures you are going to have.
Travel up to the first floor where a spacious sitting room awaits; here you can curl up on the sofa with a glass of wine and enjoy flicking through your favourite channels in the glow of the electric coal-effect fireplace.
When sleep is calling, discover four bedrooms, comprising two ground-floor doubles with en-suite shower rooms, perfect for freshening up before the day ahead in privacy, plus an additional two double bedrooms upstairs, one with en-suite shower room and the other with an en-suite bathroom, ideal for a long, hot soak whilst reading your favourite book.
Spend time in the patio garden, relaxing with a glass of wine, before ending the evening under the stars in the hot tub, indulging in the bliss of your getaway.
Birkett Barn sits in the famously picturesque Lake District and Yorkshire Dales National Park in North England which spreads over Cumbria, Lancashire and North Yorkshire.
Renowned for its lakes, mountains, forests, river valleys, cave systems, heather moorlands and vast farming landscape.
Birkett Barn is part of a working farm that the Metcalfe family have successfully owned for over a century.
Formally a milking parlour and hayloft, Birkett Barn has been recently renovated to a high specification, whilst retaining character and original features.
The location of the property is perfectly situated, overlooking the Mallerstang Valley and River Eden, offering peace and tranquillity, yet within an hour’s drive to popular tourist attractions.
The small market town of Kirkby Stephen is only 10 minutes drive away, and the railway station, which is part of the famous Settle-Carlisle route.
Apart from its sublime beauty and panoramic views, this picturesque paradise abounds in numerous nature trails ideal for walking and activities such as horse riding and cycling.
Nestled in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Eden Valley, at the foot of Howgill Fells, is the traditional market town of Kirkby Stephen, ideally located between the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales National Parks.
Venture into the heart of the town and pop into the local shops where you can pick up a souvenir, or treat the family to fresh, local cuisine at one of the many restaurants and pubs.
Grab your walking boots and visit the Kirkby Stephen Poetry Path, a celebration of Eden Valley’s landscape and the links between farming, landscape and the wildlife.
For any walkers or cyclists, Eden Valley is the perfect setting for some fantastic walks with incomparable countryside views, including the famous Coast-to-Coast walk which passes through the town.
Unleash your inner historian and take a trip to the 12th century ruins of Pendragon Castle, situated alongside the River Eden, it is bathed in history and beautiful scenery.
If you can tear yourself away, the small town of Sedbergh is just a short drive away and offers its visitors a complete escape from everyday life.
Explore the many historical buildings dotted around the town including the oldest building in Sedbergh, St Andrew’s Church or visit the Grade I listed building of Brigflatts Quaker Meeting House.
Visit Sedbergh and Howgill fells in the evening to enjoy the beautiful clear night sky and stars as there is little light pollution in the town, just don’t forget to bring your star map to make a note of which ones you manage to spot!
For your next adventure to Cumbria, choose Birkett Barn for a truly unforgettable experience.
About the location
KIRKBY STEPHEN
Appleby-in-Westmorland 12 miles; Sedbergh 13 miles; Barnard Castle 21 miles; Penrith 22 miles; Reeth 22 miles; Kendal 23 miles; Middleton-in-Teesdale 27 miles; Ullswater Lake 35 miles..
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 “Frank’s 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. Enjoy many excellent walks and cycle routes nearby, particularly the route of the old Darlington to Tebay train line over two magnificent viaducts, and visit the gothic gorge where the River Eden flows through wooded Stenkrith park. Explore the wonderful Howgill Fells or visit the majestic Pendragon Castle and Brough Castle. A superb location with the whole of the mystical Lake District National Park and the stunning Yorkshire Dales at your fingertips.
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Please note: No stag/hen or similar.
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute
- Christmas