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4 Guests
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2 Bedrooms
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2 Bathrooms
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Pets No
Features
- Off road parking
- Ground floor accommodation
- Ground floor bedroom
- Garden / Patio
- Cot available
- Highchair available
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
25 Customer Reviews
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"Always love staying in these properties, stayed many times next door, but haven’t seen that, or many others on the road, available to rent for quite a while."
The weather wasn’t great for the week but the place was so relaxing, reading a book whilst listening to the sheep was lovely!
Thanks Colin, so glad you enjoyed your stay. The sheep definitely add to the ambience of Lark Meadow! Property Owner
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"We enjoyed a lovely week at Lark Meadow the property is very good, comfortable and it is in a lovely location looking out over open fields with views as far as the eye could see."
It is in an excellent location 5 minutes into Kirkby Lonsdale which is a lovely town to visit with lots of shops, cafes and good pubs to enjoy a drink or lunch. The property is in the grounds of Whoop Hall Hotel, but the hotel isn't open and has been closed now for about 15 months, which was a shame as it would have been ideal for meals and drinks if you wanted to visit.
Thanks for the feedback, we also love the views! Whoop Hall is owned separately to the cottages, however I believe the new owners are looking to extend the facilities in the coming months. Property Owner
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"The cottage is comfortable with a very attractive aspect."
The bathrooms on each floor was a benefit particularly to a member of our party with mobility issues. The upstairs is spacious but as the bedroom is a mezzanine any noise in the living/ dining area is audible. Great location.
Thanks for your feedback Property Owner
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"Lovely cottage in a lovely area."
Very clean and tidy. Really handy for Lakes. Kirkby is a really nice place.
Thanks for your lovely comments Property Owner
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"Did not manage to get under floor heating past cool used gas fire in evening."
Very good smart place may be back next year
Sorry to hear about the underfloor heating, I will check that out. Would be great to welcome you back next year! Property Owner
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"Excellent property in a nice peaceful location."
Property owner very helpful with anything we needed.
Thanks for the lovely feedback! Property Owner
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"Excellent cottage in a good location for visiting York dales main towns."
The accomodation was comfortable with a modern finish. Whoop Hall could not offer meals but there was plenty of local resteraunts nearby.
Thanks for your feedback. Sorry about the restaurant at Whoop Hall, but it is separate to the holiday cottage. Property Owner
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"We had an amazing week at this beautiful property and will definitely be back."
So pleased to hear this, thanks for your lovely feedback Property Owner
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"Lark Meadows is a superb cottage, well equipped, clean and comfortable with a lovely outdoor patio area to sit and enjoy the views."
We loved returning from a day out and relaxing together as a family; the cottage has a great supply of games and DVDs, and my daughter loved the sofa upstairs in the "snug", it was the perfect place for reading. We have previously stayed on the Meadows in another cottage so we were familiar with the site, it was wonderful to return to the area and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We would highly recommend Lark Meadows as a relaxing base to explore Kirkby Lonsdale town, and enjoy getting out and about around the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales, there's so much nearby to see and do. We would definitely book this cottage again!
Thank you for your lovely comments, I am so pleased you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
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"Nice quiet area very close to the main A65 but traffic not noticeable at all."
Farmers fields directly to the side and rear. Asked at the gym/pool about a day pass and they wanted £25 for 2 hours. You can walk into Kirby Lonsdale but there's quite a section on the A65 with no footpath so it's not pleasant. You can however cross the A65 and walk along a public path across a farmers field (with livestock) into Kirby Lonsdale and all around the smaller villages on quiet lanes. Some nice walking maps of the area on the mantle piece. The house had nice quality bedding and towels. Heating system was a bit of a learning curve but we got it to work. Kitchen is getting a little tired but everything worked. Cleaning was very good in some areas but left a little bit to be desired in others.
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"Lark Meadow is a lovely property on a unique development just outside Kirkby Lonsdale."
It has wonderful views from the patio of the fields and meadows which give the development it’s name. The property itself was very comfortable and clean. I needed to contact the owner about a couple of minor points and she replied promptly, which I was pleased about. We have stayed in several properties in the Meadows and this ranks at the top. We particularly loved Kirkby and Lonsdale, two hand made sheep resting on the hearth. They made us smile every time we came into the lounge!
Thank you for your lovely feedback. Property Owner
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"3 overhead lights not working."
Soapdish would be good in the showers. Generally speaking, all good and would return.
Thanks for your feedback, that's really helpful to know Property Owner
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"A beautiful property with excellent amenities, a superb view from the rear and in a great location for visiting the surrounding area."
The only additions we thought would be good : Extractor fans in the bathrooms Shelf/caddy for products in the shower cubicles
Thanks for the lovely feedback and suggestions to make Lark Meadow even better. Property Owner
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"Lovely comfortable well equipped property."
Located in lovely surroundings, perfect for our weeks holiday. Would definitely stay again. I know the next-door hotel has no connection to property but it's a shame they don't do day membership for their leisure facilities.
Thanks for the lovely feedback, I am so glad you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
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"Excellently appointed property."
Very comfortable holiday let which had all of the comforts you would expect at home. A stunning and quiet location. Perfect for relaxing but in a convenient location for visiting local attractions.
Thank you for your feedback, I am so pleased that you enjoyed staying at Lark Meadow Property Owner
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"Lovely comfortable property, ideally situated to explore the surrounding areas."
Very peaceful surroundings. Kirkby Town is lovely with great eating places and good independent shops.
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"This was a lovely peaceful place for our short break."
Fabulous views! The accommodation was comfortable and well-equipped. We enjoyed local walks and Ingleton Falls. Kirkby Lonsdale is a pretty market town and we enjoyed a couple of pub meals there. We had a really good relaxing time
Thanks for your feedback, it is really appreciated Property Owner
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"Beautiful cottage in an amazing setting with sheep and lambs close by."
Totally relaxing, well equipped and a handy base for Yorkshire Dale's and Lake District. Would definitely visit again.
Thanks for the great feedback! Property Owner
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"Lovely, comfortable property."
Everything you could wish for provided and of good quality. Thr outlook at the back was fields full of sheep and lambs. The only disappointment was the pool at Whoop Hall wasn’t open.
Thanks for the lovely feedback Property Owner
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"Excellent property, well equipped with everything you may need."
Roku stick is an excellent addition. Pity the membership to the leisure club hadn’t been continued, we ended up driving to Kendal to go for a swim, sauna and steam room.
Thanks for the feedback, during and post COVID, the leisure club opening hours have been very sporadic, therefore we are monitoring the situation with a view to renewing membership in the future. Property Owner
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"Great holiday lovely surroundings"
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"Had all facilities plus more cupboards well stocked with crockery lovely location what more could one want"
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"A good base to explore the lakes and surrounding areas, with great views."
The property was just perfect for us and like a mini home from home with everything and more you'd expect from a holiday lodge.
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"Lovely house with a very private feel despite there being other houses nearby."
Great views and lots to do in the area. We had a very pleasant week. On a practical note, the dishwasher leaked water all over the floor when we used it (we only used it once because of this). The dvd player was very temperamental so it didn't always recognise dvds but we were able to use our laptop instead. Also the water didn't drain too well in the wet shower room downstairs so I had to dry it so that we didn't all get wet feet when we went to the loo afterwards. A door on the shower might be more practical.
Thank you for your feedback. We have looked into the issue with the dishwasher, this has now been resolved. We have taken the other comments on board. Once again, thank you for your feedback and we are glad you enjoyed the property. Property Owner
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"The cottage was immaculate and so comfortable."
The only trouble from neighbours were sheep and cows, such a lovely view to look out to. The owner was so lovely when we had an unfortunate accident and sorted it without any fuss to ourselves. We would highly recommend and hope to go back again in the not too distant future.
Summary
- Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size with TV & dressing room and en-suite bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x ground-floor twin with TV
- Shower room/ wet room with walk-in shower, basin heated towel rail, WC
- Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with underfloor heating and gas-effect fire
- Utility
- Gas central heating with gas-effect fire
- Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, 2 x TV, WiFi
- Fuel and power inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Highchair and travel cot available
- Dedicated off-road parking for 1 car and ample visitor parking for an additional car
- Bike storage
- Private patio and furniture, large shared garden
- Sorry, no pets and no smoking
- Shop 1.5 miles, pub 0.7 miles
- Please note: this property can only accept bookings starting either on Monday or on Friday, and it cannot accept bookings shorter than 3 nights
- Passes for the leisure centre next door are available to purchase
The property
Perched on the outskirts of the charming market town of Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria, is this idyllic cottage, Lark Meadow, set on the grounds of Whoop Hall Country Club.
Set over two floors and sleeping up to four guests, Lark Meadow is a delightful getaway for two couples or a small family, where they can enjoy views of the expansive green countryside right from their very own private patio, and be within easy reach of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, as well as Devils Bridge and Kendal Castle.
As you approach the property, you will find an off-road parking space available just outside of the cottage, so you can unload your bags with ease.
Be welcomed into the spacious open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area, where you can cosy up on the large corner sofa and enjoy a film night with friends in front of the gas effect fire, or whip up delicious treats in the fully equipped kitchen, settling down to enjoy your meal around the dining table and toasting to a wonderful holiday.
As the evening draws to a close, you have a choice of two bedrooms, the first being a ground-floor twin, where you can snuggle up in the tastefully decorated room with TV, perfect for those last Sunday mornings.
Completing the ground floor is the shower room, where you can freshen up for the day in style.
Climbing the stairs, you will discover the second bedroom, a king-size mezzanine with glass balcony overlooking the sitting room and views overlooking the lush green fields, for added privacy there is an en-suite bathroom where you can enjoy a hot soak with your favourite book before climbing into bed.
Prepare a pot of tea and enjoy it with your guests at the lovely outdoor dining table as you discuss plans for the day.
When you're not enjoying your home-from-home, you can enjoy your surroundings on the grounds of Whoop Hall and take advantage of the facilities at Kirkby Londsale Health Club, where day tickets can be purchased.
Grab your walking boots and venture into the beautifully unspoilt town of Kirkby Lonsdale, where you will find a good selection of independent shops, excellent pubs, cafes and restaurants for when you want a night off from the kitchen.
Whilst there, you must pay a visit to the magnificent three-arched bridge, the 14th century Devils Bridge, also worth visiting is the captivating Ruskin’s View which can be reached via the 86 Radical Steps, where you can experience the breath-taking views of Lune Valley and Underley Hall.
Explore your local surroundings further with a trip to the well-known market town of Kendal, where you can visit the remarkable Abbot Hall to view fine art, delve into history with a stop at the 12th-century ruins of Kendal Castle or get to know your local area at the Kendal Museum.
For those sport-lovers there are a host of activities available to get involved with from football, cycling and golf, to snow sports and rock-climbing at the Lakeland Climbing Centre.
Be sure to stop at the magnificent Sizergh Castle and Levens Hall which has a vibrant Topiary Garden where you will find impressive views of the Lakeland Mountains, Howgills and Morecambe Bay nearby.
From Kendal, visitors can easily access South Lakeland, the Yorkshire Dales, Lake Windemere and the Lake District National Park.
Bring your family and friends to share a memorable stay in Lark Meadow, where you will feel refreshed after a getaway in the country.
About the location
KIRKBY LONSDALE
Kendal 9 miles.
An attractive market town, Kirkby Lonsdale is situated in the heart of the Lune Valley, midway between the Yorkshire Dales and the Lake District. The town was mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086, and holds a 13th century Market Charter. Nowadays, Thursday is market day, a perfect opportunity for visitors to explore the variety of distinctive independent shops in the town, or the many 17th and 18th century buildings which still stand. The town was also a finalist for the High Street of the Year Award in 2016. This part of the Lune Valley was a favourite haunt of the artist Turner, and was made famous by Ruskin – his "view" of the valley is still spectacular. The medieval Devil’s Bridge spans the river, and the quiet country lanes are ideal for exploring by car, bike, or even horse. There are three golf courses nearby, as well as tennis, riding, fishing and a variety of riverside and country walks, making the area an ideal location for a break, whatever time of year. When voting Kirkby Lonsdale as the ‘Best Place to Live in The North West’ in 2019, The Sunday Times commented it is “An unbeatable Lake District location, bags of community spirit and one of the cleanest high streets in the country".
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Note: This property only accepts bookings checking in on Friday's or Monday's
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute
- Christmas