Hooksey

About this property

Kirkby Stephen 6.2 miles. Hooksey is set within an enviable slice of countryside just outside the village of Newbiggin-on-Lune in the Eden Valley, Cumbria. Away from the crowds but still well-placed for a day out in the Lakes or the Dales, this luxury double shepherd’s hut has everything a couple or solo traveller needs to savour a break in one of the most scenic areas the region has to offer. Inside the huts, the kitchen provides you with everything you need to cook meals and make packed lunches to take on your adventures, including a 2-ring hob and a fridge freezer. The dining space is perfect for two to plan the day’s excursions over dinner, while the sitting area is home to a Smart TV and wood burning stove to cosy up in front of. A glass walkway leads into the double bedroom and its beautiful ensuite shower room in the second hut.

Outside, you can enjoy your morning coffee in the garden with a view of the neighbouring countryside or after your day’s activities fire up the wood fired hot tub – the perfect size for two - and relax.

Completing the property is a convenient off-road parking space, meaning you can easily set off on foot or by car from this idyllic location. Smardale nature reserve is just on the doorstep as are the Howgill hills providing plenty of opportunities to go walking from your doorstep. Join the Coast-to-Coast path for some serious walking, explore sleepy country lanes by bicycle, enjoy a bracing plunge in one of the many local wild swimming spots or hop onto the wonderfully scenic Carlisle to Settle railway. The market town of Kirkby Stephen, where you can stock up on essentials blends the convenience of contemporary life, with the character and charm of the local history. The award winning Black Swan Hotel in the next village of Ravenstonedale serves delicious food and is a 35 minute walk or 15 minute cycle on the cycle path between the two villages. Heading west, the stunning Lake District National Park, is home to an abundance of watersports activities on the lakes including Ullswater and Windermere. Boasting fells and peaks, it makes for a memorable day out, with a fantastic selection of cafés and restaurants dotted throughout the picture-perfect towns and villages; not to forget attractions for all ages such as the National Trust’s Wray House and Hill Top, and the waterfalls such as Aira Force to discover. Heading east, the lush rolling hills of the Yorkshire Dales National Park are waiting to be explored; find an array of character pubs, plenty of walking paths, and a collection of quaint villages with attractions such as the Wensleydale Creamery Visitor Centre located in the inviting village of Hawes. Bring a loved one to enjoy the delights of Hooksey - a hut above!

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, the stunning Yorkshire Dales and the North Pennines aonb at your fingertips.

Accommodation

Single-storey.

One double bedroom.

Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.

Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove

Gas central heating.

Electric oven, gas 2-ring hob, fridge.

Smart TV, WiFi.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Private parking available.

Private front gravelled area with furniture and hot tub.

Sorry, no pets and no smoking.

Shop 5.9 miles, pub 1.5 miles.

Note: This is an adult-only property.

Note: There are four steps up to the property