Kirkby House | Kirkby Lonsdale | The Lake District And Cumbria

4.7★

6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
4 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Open fire
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

30 Customer Review(s)

Tracey
October 2024

“Lovely holiday home, perfect for our family (including 2 young grandchildren) and our cocker spaniel.”

Plenty of space and easy to drop off all luggage outside the home & park in one of the public car parks.

Plenty of space and easy to drop off all luggage outside the home & park in one of the public car parks.

- Tracey, October 2024
Linda September 2024

“Beautiful house, in a fantastic location with all Kirkby Lonsdale has to offer you with very short walking distance.”

Highly recommended

- Linda, September 2024
Paula May 2024

“Nice house/layout.”

Requires a general freshening up. Carpet clean. Location perfect and parking permit worked well for us.

- Paula, May 2024
Ian May 2024

“We all loved the stay in the property.”

it was central to most things we wanted to go to and see. highly recommended.

- Ian, May 2024

Thankyou for your comments and your top mark rating of our home in all categories. We do appreciate it and hope that we will see you again in the future. Property Owner
Rachel April 2024

“Great property, plenty room, fab location!”

We used this is a base to go climb ingleborough. We got take out from Italian restaurant round corner, food was lovely. Everything we needed was provided, kitchen was perfect size for us (4 adults, 2 children plus dog). Teabags, shampoo, shower gel and dog treats all provided. Only downside is the parking, we couldn’t get parked in closest car park so had to park further up, which wasnt fun with all our bags. I did see some people pull up outside the property to drop bags off but there was not much room and I have a very large car

- Rachel, April 2024

Thankyou for your very positive feedback on our house and the facilities. We are delighted you found the accommodation met all your family needs and you (and the dog!) enjoyed the extras we provide. We tell guests to drop bags off outside the house which they are very welcome to do before picking up the free car parking pass we provide in the house. We do hope you return to stay with us again. Property Owner
Jess March 2024

“Super property, great location for shops, café’s & restaurants.”

Milking parlour for ice cream and Botanica for brunch/lunch were fabulous. River walk loop is great for walking dog, although the lack of even a tiny bit of grass for first thing in the morning and last thing at night was a challenge in the rain and no lazy/relaxing starts to the day! A few walks direct from the village, although the saturated ground made these very muddy. A drying rack to hang washing would be appreciated and an updated waste collection calendar useful. The money towards parking after the parking pass expired was appreciated. Lovely holiday enjoyed by all. Oh, and don’t forget frequent trips to the Brewery which is dog friendly and also does coffee and cake. Market on Thursdays and proper hot chocolate from the chocolate shop.

- Jess, March 2024

Delighted you found the property and the location to be ‘super!’ . Sounds like you had a wonderful time in our dog friendly house and town. We have added the drying rack and waste collection information in response to your feedback. Hope to see you again. Property Owner
Fiona March 2024

“Lovely, very central mews house, very clean and well equipped!”

! Parking close by and easy access to drop luggage at front door. Bathrooms are gorgeous! Beds very comfortable. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Only one niggle .. we booked two weeks before coming and I contacted Sykes in the requested manner to ask that the twin room be made up as a double (as was stated in the description it could be). Sykes said this would be passed on to owner but was made up as a twin. Not the end of the world but just wanted to let you know.

- Fiona, March 2024

Thankyou for your very positive feedback about Kirkby House. We are delighted you thoroughly enjoyed your stay and really liked the accommodation. However, we are sorry that we never received your request for the bed re-configuration. We would have changed it to suit you and your guests. Absolutely no problem at all. We are just glad it didn’t affect your holiday too much. Apologies again. Property Owner
Eleanor February 2024

“We loved it that much we have booked it for new year.”

Thanks for a gorgeous stay.

- Eleanor, February 2024

Wow! That’s the best news! And a perfect score. Thankyou! Delighted you are returning to stay with us at new year. Property Owner
Julie February 2024

“Kirkby House, conveniently situated right in the middle of Kirkby Lonsdale, was a wonderful place to stay.”

It has everything you could possibly need and is comfortable, tasteful and spacious. It was perfect for the two of us and our dog. Bathrooms and kitchen are beautifully fitted and towels and bed linens are of a high quality. Everywhere was spotlessly clean and it was warm and cosy. The dog treats, dog bowls, biscuits, tea coffee etc. were much appreciated, as was the car parking permit. We really loved our stay and would definitely like to return.

- Julie, February 2024

We are delighted that you had a wonderful stay in Kirkby House and would absolutely love you to return and stay with us again. Thank you for your detailed and positive feedback. It really helps us to know we are on the right track in providing for our guests. Hopefully, we will see you again in the future. Property Owner
Lloyd December 2023

“Great cottage central position in the lovely town off Kirkby lonsdale.”

Cottage very roomy and cosy. Only down side a bit cool in kitchen.

- Lloyd, December 2023

Delighted you found the house very roomy and cosy. So sorry you were cool in the kitchen. The log burner usually adds a fabulous extra warmth in this area. Sorry it wasn’t used . And guests can boost the heating anytime. Hope we see you again. Property Owner
Stephanie November 2023

“Kirkby House had everything we needed and was in an excellent location.”

The beds were comfortable and the house was warm, even in the middle of storm Debi. We were three couples and there was plenty of room for us all in the property. Although, like a lot of places in Kirkby Lonsdale, it didn’t have a parking space there was a parking pass that could be used at a car park very close by and at other car parks in the surrounding areas. We also parked near the church and a nearby road without any problems. You can also buy a 3 day or 7 day pass for the car parks which were reasonable. Kirkby Lonsdale is a lovely little town with lots of nice places to eat and drink and I would definitely stay at Kirkby House if I came again.

- Stephanie, November 2023

We are absolutely delighted to receive your positive feedback and 100% scores. Thankyou! So pleased that you and your friends enjoyed the house and felt it accommodated all six of you so well. The free car parking pass is something we hope our guests appreciate. And you did! We would love for you and your friends to return in the future to Kirkby Lonsdale and to our holiday home. It would be a pleasure to see you all. Property Owner
Stephanie September 2023

“Our stay was fantastic, plenty of room for us all (2 adults 3 kids) and plenty of bathrooms to fight over!”

There were only a couple of drawbacks, the 3rd floor en suite flooded within a minute or so after running the shower. The drain must have been blocked up as it didn’t drain down until the following morning! So that bathroom was out of bounds for the week. Also the pull chain on the window blind in the tv sitting area was broken when we arrived- and completely snapped off when we tried to open the blind. Other than that it was faultless and would return again!

- Stephanie, September 2023

Thankyou for your positive feedback and scores. Delighted you had enough space for your family and bathrooms to fight over! We had the shower checked out immediately and all is working well. The chain for the blind in the lounge had come unclipped and it's now all sorted. Hopefully, you will visit Kirkby House again in the future. We would love to see you back! Property Owner
Jane Micheal September 2023

“The property was very clean and comfortable, and spacious for a family.”

It was well equipped with everything you need. A nice touch was provision of tea, coffee, sugar and biscuits, as well as washing up liquid etc. The property is perfectly situated for the town and Riverside. Only drawback is no outside space/garden. Would happily recommend the property.

- Jane Micheal, September 2023

Thank you for your very positive feedback about Kirkby House and its location within the lovely town of Kirkby Lonsdale. We have tried to provide some little touches to make our guests welcome and we are so glad that you appreciated them. Hopefully, all the amenities of the town made up for the lack of our own outside space and you enjoyed the eateries, gardens, parks and the beautiful riverside,on the doorstep. Property Owner
Neil September 2023

“Great cottage and location , bathrooms are fantastic .”

Plenty of space for 6 people .

- Neil, September 2023

Thankyou for your wonderful feedback and scores. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay and found the location and everything with the house to your satisfaction. We made an early decision to provide three bedrooms and three bathrooms so that 6 guests can be accommodated. We really do hope you will stay with us again. Property Owner
Lisa August 2023

“Lovely stay.”

Great location in our favorite holiday escape of Kirkby Lonsdale. Cottage provides a home from home experience. Bedrooms and bathrooms are superb. Everything you need is provided for to just unpack and relax.

- Lisa, August 2023

Thank you for your feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay with us at Kirkby House. We appreciate all your lovely comments and would love to welcome you again in the future. The owner relations team - Lakes Cottage Holidays Property Owner
Tamala July 2023

“We had a great time at Kirkby House, it is well equipped, very clean and comfortable.”

The location is good and we liked the village. Wish we could have stayed longer.

- Tamala, July 2023

Thankyou for your very positive comments about Kirkby House. We are delighted that you enjoyed your time there and wanted to stay longer. We do hope you come again soon! Property Owner
Douglas June 2023

“We were absolutely delighted with our accommodation, facilities & location at Kirkby House.”

Everything we needed was provided with many extras. The location was excellent, off the Main Street & literally a two minute walk from all the shops & everything Kirkby Lonsdale has to offer. We were well catered for with regards to home comforts & easily able to cater for ourselves when needed. A quirky characterful house which we would certainly look to return to the next time we visit Kirkby Lonsdale. With the parking permit provided we couldn’t have asked for anymore in a holiday cottage.

- Douglas, June 2023

Thank you for such positive feedback and for being model guests. The respect you showed for our home is really appreciated. We have worked hard to make the house a great place to stay. We do hope you return to Kirkby Lonsdale one day. And hopefully tell your friends what a special place it is to stay. Property Owner
Anne June 2023

“One bedroom had a skylight (with cobwebs hanging from it) and no way to access the blind covering it - so effectively no window.”

the keylock was on the back door so it took some minutes to realise there was a front door as well. bathrooms and beds were good

- Anne, June 2023

Delighted you enjoyed the beds and bathrooms and thank you for your feedback. Sorry you found cobweb on the Velux window and didn’t find the pole in the cupboard for the blind. We have instigated an additional deep clean to the regular programme and have put more information in the handbook as to where to find items. We are also going to put in an additional key box to avoid confusion with the two doorways. Property Owner
James May 2023

“The only downside of this property is that the twin bedroom on the first floor does not have a window and is claustrophobic when door closed and will not suit all occupants.”

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- James, May 2023

We are delighted you enjoyed our property and had a great holiday, thankyou for your fantastic scores and feedback comments. We wanted to clarify for future guests that this vaulted ceiling bedroom has a large velux window, which provides lots of natural light and a velux window blind which blocks the light out at night. Property Owner
Susan May 2023

“A good base in central KL lots to see and do in the locality.”

Much appreciated permit for car park as no parking on site and town busy at times

- Susan, May 2023

We are delighted you enjoyed our property and gave us fantastic scores! We are keen to meet the needs of our guests, so we are pleased that the free car park permit we provide was appreciated in our lovely bustling town. Property Owner
Sharon February 2023

“Lovely week at Kirkby House, been previously for a weekend so felt at ‘home’”

- Sharon, February 2023

Ah, many thanks for taking the time to provide a review and for your excellent rating. Most of all thanks for returning to stay with us at Kirkby House. We do hope you will come again to your second home! Property Owner
Ann December 2022

“Beautiful property .”

. sadly the heating wasn't working due to the weather , this did not stop our enjoyment of the house and also the amazing service of the owner It is a beautiful property and in a perfect position for the high street and to enjoy KL Thank you for having us

- Ann, December 2022

The extreme freezing conditions caused the issue regarding the heating. We were pleased we could remedy the heating situation so quickly thanks to our wonderful plumber. Delighted you enjoyed your stay and thank you for your positive comments about the house and our help. We hope we see you again in the future. Property Owner
Jayne November 2022

“Had a three night stay with our grown up children and partners.”

The house was absolutely perfect. fixtures, fittings and decoration all to a really high standard. kitchen has an abundance of crockery glassware and utensils, the owner has really thought of everything.Great location in the middle of town, we would certainly recommend. If I could make a small suggestion it would a small overflow fridge in the utility. Thank you :)

- Jayne, November 2022

Thankyou for your positive comments about the house.. and also your suggestion. We are delighted to say we have acted upon your feedback and installed an extra fridge in the utility room :) Property Owner
Ian October 2022

“Lovely property in a fabulously central location.”

Hosts were very contactable amd gracious. Wonderful.

- Ian, October 2022

Thankyou for your positive feedback and for your comments about our approachability. We are very keen to ensure our guests have the best stay and appreciate your reflections on our property. We love that you think it is wonderful. We hope you will stay again one day. Property Owner
Chris August 2022

“Nice holiday cottage, very handy for the town, perfect for a short stay.”

Having no garden was a bit of a downer just because I like to sit out in the morning with a coffee. Generally, a high standard of accommodation, though parking was a bit of a bind. Originally booked for 6 but 2 of our party had to cancel so the size was perfect for 4 adults, could have felt a bit small for 6 adults, fine if half the party is kids. All that said, I would definitely recommend the house.

- Chris, August 2022
Kate July 2022

“Lovely cottage, clean, cosy and a great location all the family and 4 legged pups loved the cottage!”

Beds comfy and bathrooms excellent highly recommended and a different pup or Resturant every day, great walks from the door and make to feel very welcome . THANKYOU we will return Kate, Nick And family .

- Kate, July 2022
Gaynor April 2022

“Excellent location; immaculately presented inside.”

Underfloor heating in bathrooms was a luxury. Beds comfortable and kitchen well equipped. Thoroughly enjoyed every minute of our stay!

- Gaynor, April 2022
Hannah April 2022

“Really happy with this 'home from home' accommodation.”

We enjoyed a 2 night girly weekend away here. Really well situated in the heart of Kirkby Lonsdale. Ideally located for walks, meals, shopping and a few drinks too. Just what we needed :-)

- Hannah, April 2022
Paris March 2022

“Lovely, spacious property, decorated to a really high standard - the waterfall showers in particular were amazing!”

The kitchen diner was a lovely space to sit and eat together and the boot room was very handy for storing prams, dog baskets, coats etc out of the way! Lots of nice touches like an extra dog bowl and we had everything we needed in terms of kitchenware, towels etc. The only thing we couldn’t find were extra bin bags, which would have been handy to have, and the broadband was turned off when we arrived but we found the router and switched it back on so very easily resolved. Amazing location right in the centre of Kirkby, great shops and restaurants right on our doorstep. Thank you for a great week, would highly recommend Kirkby House.

- Paris, March 2022
Robert March 2022

“Well appointed, central location and very comfortable.”

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

- Robert, March 2022

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Summary

Over three floors
Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request) with en-suite bath, walk-in shower, hand-held shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x second-floor king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x twin (zip/link, can be king-size on request)
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC
Cloakroom with basin and WC
Kitchen/diner with woodburning stove
Range with gas oven and hob, microwave, under counter freezer, fridge, washing machine, dishwasher
Utility/boot room
First-floor sitting room
Gas central heating with wood burning stove
Smart TV, WiFi
Fuel, power and starter pack for wood burning stove inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Highchair, travel cot and stair gate available, please request at time of booking
Parking available at adjacent car park, one free permit
1 medium or 2 small well-behaved dogs welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 0.3 miles, pub 0.1 mile
Note: Parking available in the adjacent public car park normal charges apply, please consider this when booking
Note: Additional parking in the adjacent car park costs £17.50 for 3 days
For 7 days it is £34
There is free parking on Kendal Road, Kirkby Lonsdale
Note: There are two steps up to the shower room and the first-floor king-size's en-suite bathroom, please take care

The property

Kirkby House is a stunning mid-terrace mews in the scenic town of Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria.

Kirkby House is the ideal base for a family of six to explore this region of the UK, as it is just moments' away from The Lake District and Yorkshire Dales National Parks! Pull up outside the house to unload your bags; there is a parking pass in the house for the adjacent car park on New Road as well as free parking on the main road B625.

As you enter, you're greeted by a useful utility with a washing machine and an under counter freezer; this area also serves as a boot room, where you can store your outerwear.

The kitchen/diner has everything you need for a self-catering stay, including a plethora of appliances fit for an aspiring chef!

Once a delicious dinner has been cooked, bring it to the dining table or the breakfast bar and enjoy a wonderful meal alongside the glow of the woodburning stove.

After dinner, head upstairs to a relaxing sitting room with plenty of seating for you to stretch out on as you watch a show on the Smart TV.

Move across the first floor to find two of the three fabulous bedrooms which inhabit the mews, the first of which is a king-size with access to a splendid en-suite bathroom and the other is a twin with access to a sizeable shower room; both rooms contain zip/linked beds for additional convenience.

Ascend the stairs once more to uncover the last bedroom, which is a king-size with contemporary furniture and vaulted ceilings, as well as access to an en-suite shower room; the perfect space for those after a little privacy.

The property is completed by a convenient cloakroom on the ground level!

Kirkby Lonsdale is known for its wealth of eateries, many of which you can find on your doorstep, after dining, be sure hike across the historic Devil's Bridge.

There are also plenty of shops, bars and even a brewery to enjoy.

Travel a short way to Ingleton, a town that offers access to the famous Ingleton Waterfall, the mountain and caverns of Ingleborough, as well as treks along the Ingleborough Estate Nature Trail. Alternatively, you can travel to the outskirts of the Lake District, where the market town of Kendal offers a variety of activities, such as walks along The Helm, with its wide range of plants and Fell ponies, the KendWall Climbing Centre, for those seeking some exhilaration, and a local museum offering fantastic exhibits.

Aside from the adjacent National Parks, which provide a variety of walks and watersports, the Forest of Bowland and Arnside & Silverdale, both of which are designated as Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, are also conveniently accessible. Choose Kirkby House for an unforgettable holiday.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £150.

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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".

Note: There is an extra charge of £20 per pet.

Note: Cot, highchair and stairgate must please be requested at time of booking.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Lovely holiday home, perfect for our family (including 2 young grandchildren) and our cocker spaniel.”

“Beautiful house, in a fantastic location with all Kirkby Lonsdale has to offer you with very short walking distance.”

“Nice house/layout.”

“We all loved the stay in the property.”

“Great property, plenty room, fab location!”

“Super property, great location for shops, café’s & restaurants.”

“Lovely, very central mews house, very clean and well equipped!”

“We loved it that much we have booked it for new year.”

“Kirkby House, conveniently situated right in the middle of Kirkby Lonsdale, was a wonderful place to stay.”

“Great cottage central position in the lovely town off Kirkby lonsdale.”

“Kirkby House had everything we needed and was in an excellent location.”

“Our stay was fantastic, plenty of room for us all (2 adults 3 kids) and plenty of bathrooms to fight over!”

“The property was very clean and comfortable, and spacious for a family.”

“Great cottage and location , bathrooms are fantastic .”

“Lovely stay.”

“We had a great time at Kirkby House, it is well equipped, very clean and comfortable.”

“We were absolutely delighted with our accommodation, facilities & location at Kirkby House.”

“One bedroom had a skylight (with cobwebs hanging from it) and no way to access the blind covering it - so effectively no window.”

“The only downside of this property is that the twin bedroom on the first floor does not have a window and is claustrophobic when door closed and will not suit all occupants.”

“A good base in central KL lots to see and do in the locality.”

“Lovely week at Kirkby House, been previously for a weekend so felt at ‘home’”

“Beautiful property .”

“Had a three night stay with our grown up children and partners.”

“Lovely property in a fabulously central location.”

“Nice holiday cottage, very handy for the town, perfect for a short stay.”

“Lovely cottage, clean, cosy and a great location all the family and 4 legged pups loved the cottage!”

“Excellent location; immaculately presented inside.”

“Really happy with this 'home from home' accommodation.”

“Lovely, spacious property, decorated to a really high standard - the waterfall showers in particular were amazing!”

“Well appointed, central location and very comfortable.”

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The property

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About the location

KIRKBY LONSDALE