A unique cottage right by the River Eden in Kirkby Stephen.

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Open plan living/dining room/kitchen | Riverbank Cottage, Kirkby Stephen
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9.6Outstanding
(23 Ratings)
"We were hiking the lady Anne’s way and this place was ideal to spend a couple of days resting up after eight days on the trail cottage is located by the river in a quiet lane but within walking distan..."
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9.6 / 10.0
Outstanding(23 Ratings)

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2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valueWell priced for this area

About this cottage rental

A unique cottage right by the River Eden in Kirkby Stephen. Feed the ducks from your window, or hop on one of the most scenic railway lines in the country.. Ground Floor:

Open plan living space.

Living area: Smart TV

Dining area.

Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer

Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Toilet

First Floor:

Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Freeview TV, Electric Woodburner. Electric underfloor central heating, electric wall heaters, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. . 1 small dog welcome. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. Please note: The property has a natural water supply from a borehole and there is a river 20 yards away.. This unique, detached holiday home sits right on the River Eden beside an old pack horse bridge, with wonderful views across the river and farmland towards the Howgill Fells. Well-presented and furnished and making good use of the available space and also offers Wi-Fi, making it an ideal retreat for couples or a single person. You can even feed the ducks from the window! The property is also festively decorated at Christmas time for a home-from-home feel.

It is just a two-minute walk from the interesting, traditional, small market town of Kirkby Stephen which stands on the famous Coast to Coast walk and is close to the scenic Settle to Carlisle railway line, two miles away. The magnificent Eden Valley is sandwiched between the Lakes and Dales. National Parks, is less well known than the Lake District and is a real delight to visit. The surrounding countryside offers spectacular views and numerous walks of various levels and there is an excellent tourist office in the town to help plan your activities. The closest lake is Ullswater, 25 miles, which is regarded as the most romantic of the lakes. There is a regular boat service running up and down the lake with stop offs for those wishing to walk part way. There are plenty of water sports available along with terrific walking and cycling. A drive along the lakeside runs over Kirkstone Pass and down into Windermere and Ambleside, a scenic drive not to be missed. Shop, pub and restaurant 200 yards.

Free WiFi



The water is from a spring, well or borehole, and not a mains supply.

Small dog/s only allowed.

Suitable for up to 1 pet

Amenities at A unique cottage right by the River Eden in Kirkby Stephen.

Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

9.6 / 10.0
Outstanding(23 Ratings)
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·May 2024
We were hiking the lady Anne’s way and this place was ideal to spend a couple of days resting up after eight days on the trail cottage is located by the river in a quiet lane but within walking distance of pubs and a laundrette essential if you are without a car , ten/ten
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Dec 2020
Lovely cottage, great views. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Oct 2020
we had a lovely week at River Bank Cottage and we are going again at the New Year, It was warm and cosy. I did find using the cooker a bit complicated. But what I cooked cooked well. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Oct 2020
Lovely place Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo

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FAQs

Is parking included with this cottage?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at A unique cottage right by the River Eden in Kirkby Stephen.. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is A unique cottage right by the River Eden in Kirkby Stephen. pet friendly?

Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at A unique cottage right by the River Eden in Kirkby Stephen.?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, pets allowed, and family friendly.


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