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The Ash Shepod - Smardale Mill - Fabulous glamping pod/shepherds hut, sleeps 4 guests in 1 room

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TV
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1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
Microwave

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 215 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria
  • Yorkshire Dales National Park
    6 min drive
  • Brough Castle
    12 min drive
  • North Pennines
    14 min drive

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About the area

Kirkby Stephen

Located in Kirkby Stephen, this cabin is in a rural location, a 2-minute drive from Smardale Gill National Nature Reserve and 6 minutes from Stainmore Railway Company Ltd.. .This cabin is 4 mi (6.4 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park and 3.4 mi (5.4 km) from Kirkby Stephen Library.

What's nearby

  • Yorkshire Dales National Park - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Brough Castle - 12 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Appleby Castle - 12 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Ullswater - 35 min drive - 43.9 km
  • Lake Windermere - 42 min drive - 51.5 km

Getting around

  • Kirkby Stephen Station - 6 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Taggy Man - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cafe sixty six - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Mulberry Bush - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The La’l Nook - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bay Horse Inn - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Ash Shepod - Smardale Mill - Fabulous glamping pod/shepherds hut, sleeps 4 guests in 1 room

Situated on a working farm, surrounded by superb views, The Ash Shepod is one of two Smardale Mill Shepods, the other named The Elm. The Shepod is a hybrid between a traditional shepherd's hut and a larger glamping pod. With a double bed and an optional double sofa bed, each pod is ideal for up to two adults and two children.

These Kirkby Stephen glamping pods have been designed to a high spec comprising underfloor heating, a fully equipped kitchen, open plan sleeping/sitting area and a mains-plumbed bathroom with a full-sized shower, loo and basin.

5-minutes drive away is the Smardale Nature Reserve. A must-visit if you fancy a walk through some of the finest Yorkshire Dales. The circular route that follows the former railway line will take you past the historic Smardale Gill Viaduct (15 minutes). If you fancy fishing, the nearby Scandal River offers a mile of private fishing, so do bring your fishing rods. The Market town of Kirkby Stephen is a 10-minutes drive away where you will find a selection of shops and grocery stores and there is also a choice of nearby pubs, such as The Kings Head at Ravenstonedale (3-Miles) that offers great food and real ales.

Accommodation Summary
Fixed double bed with fabulous bedding.
Optional double sofa bed for children (additional charge applies)
En-suite shower and toilet
Fully equipped kitchen with crockery, cutlery, pots, pans, cooker, fridge and breakfast bar
Living area with Freeview TV

Things To Note
Bedding for the double bed and towels for two guests are provided.
WiFi is available
Two well-behaved dogs are welcome.
A BBQ is available on request. Charcoal and wood aren't provided.
Make yourself comfortable in this cabin, which has a kitchen. Conveniences include a microwave and a sofa bed.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Terry Knipe

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Microwave

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 161 sq ft (15 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

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The Ash Shepod - Smardale Mill - Fabulous glamping pod/shepherds hut, sleeps 4 guests in 1 room Reviews

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dominic C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great weekend
Great for a weekend break, good location for walking or travelling to see other places.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023