Heggerscale House

About this property

Kirkby Stephen 6 miles. Perched within the breath-taking Yorkshire Dales National Park, with the picturesque Lake District in striking distance, is the superb Heggerscale House. This outstanding base is perfect for a friends and family gathering to Cumbria, with a bubbling hot tub and sauna to look forward to after a day exploring the countryside. This welcoming dwelling has retained a wealth of original features, including exposed beams and an open-fire, with quaint touches to ensure a warming stay. Look forward to spending your evenings rustling up a home-cooked meal within the amply equipped kitchen, before hosting a delightful dinner party within the dining room, where you and your loved ones can gather to tuck into your delicious meal and plan the days ahead. Upstairs, you will find five well-presented bedrooms, each enjoying a different layout to ensure a sleeping arrangement to suit your group. If you are looking for an hour away from the rest of the group, dip into the warm bath within the family bathroom which houses an endearing tile design. Continuing to impress is this cottage’s outdoor area, where you and your loved ones can enjoy a well-deserved drink before dipping into the hot tub to appreciate the countryside views further, or unwind within the sauna. If you can tear yourself away from this cottage, venture to the market town of Kirkby Stephen, where you will be delighted to find a good selection of shops and pubs to suit all ages and tastes. The cottage is perfect for an outdoor enthusiast, with a multitude of walks to be enjoyed within the surrounding area. Explore the Howgill Fells, which plays host to Cautley Spout which is considered to be England’s highest waterfall or the popular old Darlington to Tebay train line route. Alternatively, brush up on the local history by visiting Bernard Castle to enjoy a fine example of English heritage. Heggerscale House is an endearing base for exploring the majestic location further.

Kirkby Stephen is a market town resting close to Howgill Fells in the Upper Eden Valley, between the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales National Parks. Within the town you will find a selection of shops, cafes, restaurants and pubs. The surrounding location offers superb walks, including the old Darlington to Tebay train route line and the Howgill Fells. For history, you will find Pendragon Castle and Brough Castle close by.

Accommodation

Five Bedrooms; 1 x king-size bedroom with en-suite with walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x super-king-size bed (zip/link beds, can be made into twins on request), 1 x king-size bedroom, 1 x twin bedroom, 1 x single bedroom with pull-out bed.

Bathroom with hand-held shower, bath, basin and WC.

Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.

Sitting room with open-fire.

Dining room.

Kitchen.

Utility.
Oil central heating and woodburning fire.

Fridge/freezer, microwave, gas hob, electric oven, washer/dryer, Smart TV and WiFi.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Fuel, power and starter pack for fire included in rent.

Off-road parking for four cars.

Garden area with sheltered leisure suite with hot tub and sauna.

Two well-behaved pets welcome (downstairs only).

Sorry, no smoking allowed.

Pub within 4 miles and shop within 6 miles.

Note: Dogs must be kept on a lead in the area as property is close to a working farm.