The Old Stables | Kirkby Lonsdale | Mansergh High | The Lake District And Cumbria

4.7★

6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Sky TV
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

108 Customer Review(s)

Michael
October 2024

“Loved the stables, some minor constructive criticism: 1.”

There were no instructions on how to operate the heating system. 2. The TV was small compared to the size of the room

There were no instructions on how to operate the heating system. 2. The TV was small compared to the size of the room

- Michael, October 2024
Chris September 2024

“Wonderful cottage in a beautiful location.”

Clean and tidy upon arrival and the underfloor heating and showers we lovely. Only 2 things I would suggest is maybe a bit of a heads up for the drive from Kirkby Lonsdale to the cottage. It's a proper single track road and needs to be navigated with care. And maybe consider a visitors book so that people can leave feedback and suggestions for local places to visit etc. Have found that invaluable in other properties. Other than that a fantastic week was had. Thank you

- Chris, September 2024
James August 2024

“We had a lovely stay at the old stables.”

The owners were very nice and shared information about the buildings. The weather was not the best but we did get out and about and enjoyed ourselves and the log burner was very welcome.

- James, August 2024
Vicky August 2024

“Property was lovely and comfortable… kitchen very well equipped.”

Bathrooms clean. Surrounding area lovely and peaceful, neighbouring properties very quiet. I would like to point out though that the what3words provided on the Sykes listing is incorrect, it takes you to a property further up the road. If it hadn’t been for the owners precise directions we wouldn’t have noticed this. This is the correct what3words for the property ///mistress.infringe.tweaked

- Vicky, August 2024
Mark July 2024

“Photos do not show adjoining neighbours who made arrival different to the described idyllic retreat.”

Kettle does not turn off automatically Clean cottage but over worn in places. Outdoor furniture not in good condition & a parasol would help to make garden look more enticing. Location ideal for surrounding lovely towns & activities

- Mark, July 2024
Tobit December 2023

“Beautifully converted building in a lovely area.”

Spacious and well maintained. Friendly and helpful owners nearby. Thoroughly recommended.

- Tobit, December 2023
Vivienne August 2023

“The property was fabulous as always, a new kitchen since we last stayed.”

Angie and Mal very welcoming and lovely to talk to. This cottage is in a wonderful peaceful setting, with plenty of wildlife and great for bird spotting. My granddaughter loves it. Thank you Angie and Mal !

- Vivienne, August 2023
Karen August 2023

“We loved our stay at The Old Stables.”

Fabulous house. Lovely kitchen and powerful showers! Very clean. Ideally situated to enjoy both the lakes and the dales. Peaceful location and we will be rebooking in the future. Thank you for having your property as a holiday home !

- Karen, August 2023
Debra August 2023

“Beautiful cottage in a very quiet location.”

Well equipped cottage and very clean. Owners also gave us a courtesy visit after arrival. Dog owners please note that the old stables cottage does not have a fully enclosed garden but the road is very quiet and more of a country lane. The only access to the stream is via the garden of another cottage which was disappointing for the kids, the woods are also not accessible (these are what we look for for the kids so thought I'd mention it for others). A short drive into Kirby Longsdale which is lovely with plenty of places to eat, drink or shop.

- Debra, August 2023
Neil July 2023

“Fantastic cottage lovely quiet location immaculately kept, owners live close by and manage property.”

Offer any assistance! if needed. One of the nicest places i have stayed in exceptionally well-kept Kitchen very well stocked with everything you need plus extras.

- Neil, July 2023
Keith June 2023

“This is a lovely property in a very peaceful, rural setting, but not far from Kirby Lonsdale, perfect for families.”

The very spacious living room with a modern kitchen provided everything we needed for 4 adults, our 4yr old granddaughter and Daisy our cocker spaniel! We appreciated the fact that the owner had popped round a couple of times to check that everything was okay. We stayed during the very hot weather in June, but this amazing old stable building with its thick stone walls, and cool ground floor bedrooms meant we all slept well. Thank you.

- Keith, June 2023
Ailsa May 2023

“We loved this property.”

The living area was spacious and very comfortable and there was everything that we needed in the kitchen and bedrooms.The area is very quiet and it is within easy driving distance of Kirby Lonsdale and all their facilities. The owners were very friendly and helpful. This is the second time we have been to one of their properties and we would certainly recommend it. So would Meggie the dog who loved playing football in the garden.

- Ailsa, May 2023
Virginie May 2023

“Nestled in a picturesque location between the Lakes and Yorkshire, this cottage was the perfect base for our 3 peaks challenge.”

We found it easy to find and parking was ample for our 3 cars. The cottage is very roomy, and the living room felt very spacious for the 5 of us. The kitchen looks recent and is well equipped. The ensuite bedroom was comfy, there was a little drain smell in the bathroom and you cannot open the window but the extractor works very well and the shower has a good pressure. We had little contact with the owners but they did respond to my enquiries promptly.

- Virginie, May 2023
Josephine April 2023

“Lovely setting and beautiful house that unfortunately needs a good spring clean.”

Apart from the kitchen the rest of the house is full of dust and cobwebs and dead insects.the double bedroom is particularly dirty with thick dust on the headboard and dust and hairs on carpet.the furniture is very out dated and shabby.the sofa cushions are very dirty and worn and under them I found old sweets and bits of food!under the sofas the floor is very dusty.I had to clean both bath and shower before use as although they had been superficially cleaned they both had hairs in them.bathroom cabinet dirty down the sides and inside cupboard and toilet bowl covered in hairs at floor level.All doors downstairs need wiping down.The electric was off for several hours one day due to maintenance work of which we were not given notice of until it was actually off,only later to learn from a neighbour that they had been noticed 4 weeks earlier of power cut!in a message the owner claimed she had not picked up her messages from power company which may have been true but 4 weeks is plenty of time to have done so!if we had known it would not have been a problem we could have got up earlier and had breakfast before electric went off.I know I could have raised The cleanliness issues with the owner at the time but didn’t want cleaners coming in for the day whilst we were there and can’t think of how else this matter could have been resolved.

- Josephine, April 2023
Sally April 2023

“Exposed beams, all positive”

- Sally, April 2023
Sarah February 2023

“We really enjoyed our stay at the old stables.”

It’s in a super spot only 10 minutes from Kirkby Lonsdale. Beautiful countryside views from windows upstairs. It’s a big cottage so plenty of room for the four of us. The new kitchen was a bonus - very smart! The cottage could do with an update in places particularly the carpets in the bedrooms. The twin bedroom off the utility has a musty damp smell. Bed sheets in this room were very old/worn too and could do with an update. It also needs a thorough spring clean - lots of cobwebs in the main lounge and bathrooms dusty in places. Kitchen equipment issues - knives not sharp and the bottle opener was bent. Also no information book was left like in other cottages I’ve been too….would have been useful to have recommendations for pubs and restaurants and local walks. When I mentioned the musty smell to the owner she claimed it was to do with our dirty walking boots which was a ridiculous statement as the smell was there when we arrived. Unfortunately the owners took my issues with cleanliness in a personal way. They did come over on the first day and clean the twin bedroom off the utility again & main bathroom (after me speaking to a Sykes agent). Also towels should have been provided like in other cottages I’ve stayed in.

- Sarah, February 2023

Thank you for your feedback, and we hope you enjoyed your stay. We felt like we did rectify the issues that were mentioned to us, like the mirror and dust. We did ask if there was anything else we could do for you to which you responded with no everything was fine, and Sykes closed the case as they also were told that you were happy with the outcome. After your stay, we did come across 2 stainless steel burnt pans that took a long time to clean, in addition, we found a significant amount of dog hairs all over the carpet and a pink stain on the king-size duvet which took several days to remove with several clean products. Once again we are sorry for the issues you experienced and hope you enjoyed your stay at The Old Stables, feedback is extremely important to us to help improve our standards. Property Owner
Margaret-ann December 2022

“Not a first time visit to the Capstick's properties and hopefully it won't be the last.”

Our grandkids are from the other KL (Kuala Lumpur) and just love the peace and quiet at the cottage in comparison to the bustle of both KLs. Another great family visit. Thank you.

- Margaret-ann, December 2022
Suzanne October 2022

“Fantastic stay at The Old Stables, beautiful property immaculately presented.”

The owner was very helpful and the accommodation was perfect in every way! Location was spot on to visit the Dales and Lake District as well as having the beautiful town of Kirby Lonsdale on it’s doorstep. Very quiet and peaceful, a rural idyll! Would love to return and would highly recommend this property. 5 of us stayed (with a dog!) and we all had a fantastic time!

- Suzanne, October 2022
James October 2022

“There is a bad drain smell coming from the on suite bathroom.”

Everything else was really nice, we had a nice relaxing time.

- James, October 2022

Thank you for your feedback. The issue has now been dealt with, and it is a shame that you didn't contact us during your stay as we would have happily assisted you. Property Owner
Terri July 2022

“One of the best cottages we’ve stayed in .”

Very roomy with everything you could want in a vacation. Down a long narrow lane so not for the faint hearted and on the edge of a beautiful village with plenty of pubs, shops and beauty spots. Very very dog friendly which was brilliant will definitely be back

- Terri, July 2022
Eunice June 2022

“Lovely property.”

Very comfortable, everything we could possibly need. Very peaceful setting. Such a great place to come back to after a day out walking. Would definitely recommend. Would recommend The Royal in Kirkby Lonsdale. Easy access to the lakes and dales. Perfect all round.

- Eunice, June 2022
Carolyn April 2022

“Absolutely lovely cottage to stay in.”

Really comfortable and clean, lots of room for the 5 of us and in beautiful surroundings. So pleased that our dog could come too. We loved it. Bathrooms were great (loved the powerful showers!) and the kitchen was perfectly equipped too. (small tip though - the kitchen knives were quite blunt so could do with a sharpen.) Overall, a fabulous cottage.

- Carolyn, April 2022
Pawel February 2022

“We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.”

Perfect place to be close to nature, plenty opportunities to walk and hike; lovely evenings around fireplace, calming sound of the river nearby. Peaceful and quiet place, perfect to unwind. Host were very helpful.

- Pawel, February 2022
Mandy February 2022

“Great cottage and speedy response within the hour when we had an issue with the fridge.”

Looking forward to hopefully returning when the new kitchen is in and to explore the Yorkshire Dales further. The open plan upstairs works well for two families and enough seating for all six of us. Was a lot more than we expected and lovely quiet location .

- Mandy, February 2022
Marie December 2021

“The Old Stables is accurately listed and offers a great standard of accommodation to spend quality time with family and friends.”

The Old Stables had everything we needed to make our stay comfortable. The property was extremely clean and welcoming and dressed for Cristmas. The Old Stables is ideally situated for the Lakes and Dales; with some beautiful walks and villages to visit. We had a few ladybird visitors inside but not an issue they kept themselves to themselves. Excellent accommodation, location and amenities.

- Marie, December 2021
Annie October 2021

“This is our 2nd time staying at the Stables and we just love everything about it.”

- Annie, October 2021
Peter September 2021

“We had a great holiday in this cottage.”

Everything was just as described, excellent showers and a lovely living room with a welcoming wood burning stove. Peaceful location near the lovely town of Kirkby Lonsdale.

- Peter, September 2021
Loretta July 2021

“We had a lovely week in this cottage.”

Great location for some peace and quiet and lovely walks. A couple of things to note, the postcode given by Sykes was incorrect but luckily when we contacted the owner to arrange key collection we were given the correct postcode. The nearby village/town of Kirkby Lonsdale is well worth a visit but you really need to pre-book restaurants (also applies for visiting the lakes). Such a beautiful part of the country, we certainly enjoyed the fresh air!

- Loretta, July 2021
Adam October 2020

“The property was very difficult to find, not appearing on Google maps and with no phone signal in the area, so we only had Sykes' directions to go on which could do with improving.”

There are three bedrooms downstairs, however on our trip one smelled very badly of the cesspit and another had the boiler in (enclosed in a cupboard) so only one bedroom and one bathroom were really useable. One of the taps in the bath kept falling off and both appeared to have been put on the wrong way around. Cleaning in the bathroom also could have been better. On the positive side, the upstairs is a wonderful space, beautifully converted, in good taste, and with plenty of nice touches like the wood above the windows, lighting and multiple speakers for the hifi system. The underfloor heating was amazing and the place never felt cold (in October). There was zero traffic noise with only birds and a river for sounds. The rainshower and woodburners were nice extras, as was the dishwasher. There was plenty of crockery and cutlery, although a decent bottle opener would have been appreciated and perhaps a pizza tray or similar. The owners seemed very nice, as were the other local people we met.

- Adam, October 2020

Thank you for your feedback. We work very hard to provide a great guest experience for our Customers when they stay I am sorry that you had an issue with a smell at the property. Since reading this feedback, we have attended to the drain at the property & this has now been resolved. The tap on the bath has been fixed & had the above been reported to us during your stay we would have attended to it straight away for you. The directions are the same ones that are provided to all Customers and have not been an issue in the past for anyone. We have provided the same information for many years and the postcode will bring you straight to the cottage using a satnav. I am sorry this was an issue for you. The phone signal can be intermittent dependant on the network that you have as to the signal strength in certain areas of the country. Once again, thank you for your comments as they are very important to us. Property Owner
Christopher September 2020

“Accommodation ,cleanliness in property could not fault Angela and Malcolm Capstick thank you for a lovely stay”

- Christopher, September 2020
J March 2020

“Covid19 fears meant that we forwent the stay and my brother stayed for just one of the nights instead Apparently it was so good his wife "would have bought it (if it weren't so remote)" He confirms all the above and says we really missed out.”

Bah, maybe another time

- J, March 2020
Amanda February 2020

“Lovely cottage , warm, clean , light and spacious”

- Amanda, February 2020
Craig November 2019

“Hi Stayed at the cottages numerous times and as usual everything was great, my only issue was we booked through booking.”

Com who were a nightmare, in the end i spoke to yourselves and it was sorted straight away.Apart from that we will be back again to enjoy the peace and quiet surroundings. Cheers Craig

- Craig, November 2019
Anna November 2019

“Excellent accommodation, everything we expected.”

Everything was clean and all the essentials were provided. Some advice on local transport options in advance would be helpful as we didn’t realise it would be so difficult to get a taxi which left us stranded in the pouring rain at 1130pm!

- Anna, November 2019
Christopher October 2019

“We really enjoyed staying at this very comfortable property.”

The surrounding countryside is beautiful and very quiet. Owners instructions for finding it are very clear, but don’t use the post code for sat nav as this takes you to owners farm about half a mile away. Can warmly recommend this place. We had a toddler with us, so we were nervous of the upstairs living room and the staircase, but it was easy to barricade with furniture!

- Christopher, October 2019
Zoe September 2019

“A fabulous cottage done to a very high spec.”

Perfect for a weekend away to walk the Yorkshire 3 Peaks and discover the area. Lovely and quiet and great outside space for the dog too.

- Zoe, September 2019
Sugiura August 2019

“The appartment was perfect.”

But the address in the Booking.com homepage was wrong. Therefore we spent more than 2 hours to get there. The correct address is LA6 2ES. NOT "LA6 2EW"!! Please revise this point in the homepage. otherwise, perfect!

- Sugiura, August 2019
Helena July 2019

“The traditional style in beautiful surroundings made our family celebration absolutely perfect.”

Thank you.

- Helena, July 2019
Malcolm July 2019

“My daughter, granddaughter and my Border Collie and myself had a wonderful time, the cottage was in a lovely location and the owners Malcolm and Angela had provided everything anyone could possibly ask for.”

The cottage is a beautiful building, dog friendly, with a nice garden, comfortably bedrooms, lovely spacious kitchen, lovely open plan lounge and dining area, and ample parking. It is a wonderful area to explore the Dales and if you wanted to go a little further north, the Lake District is within easy reach. We do an annual walk with friends up Pen Y Ghent ,and the cottage was very near there, wherever you drive or walk you are in beautiful scenery. The cottage was very peaceful and Kirkby Lonsdale with the River Lune flowing through it has some excellent shops ,cafes, a wonderful bakery, ice cream parlour, and if you like home made pies and quality meat, the Dales butchers is probably one of the finest butchers shops I have ever visited. If you are a lover of traditional cheese, tootle down the road towards Settle and you will experience some of the most amazing cheeses at the Courtyard Dairy.You probably won't buy cheese from the supermarket again! All in all we had a really lovely stay and we highly recommend the cottage and Malcolm and Angie the owners. Hopefully we will have another break back there soon.

- Malcolm, July 2019
Jodie June 2019

“Cottage was lovely, nice location, very comfy.”

Facilities were good and what you would expect from a holiday cottage. Usually when staying somewhere ive been greeted with a hamper with wine, bread and bits and bobs which is a nice touch but nothing here which was a shame. Would definitely return.

- Jodie, June 2019
Anthony May 2019

“This converted barn was superb and in an idyllic setting about ten minutes drive from Kirkby Lonsdale.”

A car would be essential. The owners couldn't have been more helpful and they live reasonably close by.

- Anthony, May 2019
Emma May 2019

“A beautiful cottage with a spacious lounge and well equipped kitchen.”

Set in gorgeous countryside it was everything we required. Friendly welcoming hosts.

- Emma, May 2019
Harry April 2019

“Great location (Dales, Howgills, Lakes).”

Lovely conversion. Beautifully furnished. Well-equipped. Super-clean. Only (minor) shortcomings were inadequate supplies of some consumables (e.g. loo roll, dishwasher tablets) although the owner rapidly supplied tablets when texted. And we could only find one tea-towel, which was insufficient for 6 people for a week, and only 4 logs and minimal kindling in the basket on arrival, which seemed mean, and was not enough for a decent fire on the first night. Overall, strongly recommended as a great base for a week.

- Harry, April 2019
John February 2019

“Great place.”

Relaxing converted Stables in lovely area. Fantastic base to explore the Lakes and surrounding areas. The underfloor heating was a great plus and the dog loved it. Large log burner upstairs meant even more warmth if needed. Great pubs, shops etc in Kirby Lonsdale, beers,ales and coffee all very good at Kirby Lonsdale Brewery in centre of town and had a great meal at Black Bull in Sedbergh which is only 20 minutes drive on back road from property. Well equipped kitchen and good WiFi. Enjoyed the sounds of the river rolling by and the enclosed garden and terrace ard eat if you want to get out and enjoy alfresco drinks and food. Friendly, helpful owners. Great place to get away from it all!

- John, February 2019
Robert September 2018

“Lovely place, warm and welcoming.”

- Robert, September 2018
Jane August 2018

“Very well equipped and comfortable.”

The cottage is ideally situated for many places to visit. We had a really enjoyable holiday.

- Jane, August 2018
Jane August 2018

“Lovely property, very spacious, well furnished with character.”

We had a lovely time - Thank you

- Jane, August 2018
Anusha May 2018

“Absolutely amazing place to stay and a beautiful well decorated cottage with period features.”

Stunning great surroundings everything you could ask for in a relaxing break. The property had a good Sky package and wifi. The property is in a good location and not far from places of interest which you may wish to visit. The mattress in the main bed room could do with a change and the 3rd bed room was a bit dusty and felt damp. The mobile network was not great had good Wifi in the property. If you plan to order for a Tesco delivery during your stay, pls do get the correct post code. The post code that comes on Skyes booking is for the cottage owners.. Our delivery was collected by the cottage owner and we were not informed of the same. With no network there was no way to call Tesco to check why the delivery had not arrived. So literally we had nothing in the cottage for coffee / BF the day we arrived . . The cottage owners had left our stuff in boxes and being a hot day the milk etc was bound to have gotten bad and not a word of apology for not getting in touch with us which was a bit annoying. Tesco was not helpful either as they said they can cancel the order and we shopped for the entire lot of stuff required for our stay. and later past lunch time and when we had finished shopping we get a call from the owners to say the stuff was with them.Really put us off.. Was a wasted day 1 for us waiting for tesco and having double the stock of what we wanted. A lesson well learn was to call the contact number and get the correct post code.

- Anusha, May 2018
Vivienne May 2018

“The old stables is a lovely place to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.”

The house feels like a home from home, comfortable and with everything you need. It is a great base for visiting so many places 3 counties on your doorstep. My granddaughter loved watching the cattle in the fields opposite. If you like the sound of birdsong on a warm late spring morning, the hammering of a woodpecker and the gentle rustle of the wind in the trees then this is the place to be

- Vivienne, May 2018
Grahame February 2018

“Lovely cottage in very quiet rural setting.”

It has been very well converted and fitted out. it was nice to have such an extensive collection of kitchen equipment and basic items.

- Grahame, February 2018
Helene June 2017

“Difficult access lane to cottage.”

First floor living rooms good for view but inconvenient for frequent up and down stairs. Direction details not very clear. In general, a nice cottage with total peace and quiet

- Helene, June 2017
Graham April 2017

“Great location and spacious cottage”

- Graham, April 2017
Edward February 2017

“Lovely cottage in a very friendly area”

- Edward, February 2017
Marjorie August 2016

“The owners Malcolm and Angela were very helpful and friendly.”

- Marjorie, August 2016
Jennifer August 2016

“This cottage was a lovely place to stay.”

Plenty of room for our family (2 adults, 2 children, 1 dog). A very very lovely quiet location, most amenities were in a reasonable distance. Really conveinient access to both the Dales and Lakes. We loved it, we didn't want to come home, a very cosy welcoming cottage. I would highly recommend booking this cottage.

- Jennifer, August 2016
David July 2016

“Beautiful place to stay and I would highly recommend this peaceful, rural, setting.”

The 'Old Stables' was a great place to base a holiday and is conveniently situated with easy access to the M6, Lake District or Yorkshire Dales.

- David, July 2016
Lynn July 2016

“We really enjoyed our weekend at The Old Stables, beautiful place, quiet and peaceful with Kirkby Lonsdale only a stones throw away.”

- Lynn, July 2016
Ella April 2016

“A fantastic house in a beautiful location with everything we could possibly want!”

Thanks so much!

- Ella, April 2016
Karen December 2015

“The Old Stables is excellent, with everything we needed.”

- Karen, December 2015
Clare September 2015

“Location fabulous, wonderful rustic cottage which was ideal as a base for cycling and walking.”

We loved it the first time we stayed. Loved it this time too and will definitely be back. If I was to buy a cottage in this area, this would be the perfect cottage.

- Clare, September 2015
Mary April 2015

“Fantastic location, peaceful but within easy reach of Kirkby Lonsdale.”

Beautiful cottage with stunning views and great parking.

- Mary, April 2015
James February 2015

“We were a group of 4 in the cottage, it is a lovely place with a massive living room upstairs.”

It was always warm with the underfloor heating and open fire. The remote location was just what we wanted too.

- James, February 2015
Elizabeth August 2014

“The family LOVED The Old Stables and really enjoyed spending time in the beautiful airy sitting room.”

Everything they needed was there and they had a great stay.

- Elizabeth, August 2014
Simon April 2014

“The cottage was brilliant.”

The open plan living space was ideal for our family get together. Big comfy sofas for all the family. Ideal bedrooms for 3 couples. Nice outside space to relax in also. Good proximity to Kirkby Lonsdale and surrounding areas for walks and things of interest. Beautiful part of the world.

- Simon, April 2014
Karen November 2013

“A beautiful property in lovely surroundings, perfect for a weekend away.”

Very close to Kirkby Lonsdale which is a lovely little town with some nice restaurants.

- Karen, November 2013
Margaret October 2013

“Nice and peaceful, well equipped property and good location for touring around both Cumbria and the Yorkshire Dales.”

- Margaret, October 2013
Darren June 2013

“Enjoyed the holiday very much.”

The Old Stables was a fantastic property in fantastic countryside. We would certainly book again.

- Darren, June 2013
Adrian May 2013

“Excellent property in a lovely location.”

We were lucky enough to have fabulous weather which enhanced a wonderful experience. The property was very well maintained, clean and the sitting/living room being upstairs with double doors leading onto a balcony was quite a novel experience. Lots of nice pubs and restaurants are within a 10 minute drive in Kirkby Lonsdale and there are plenty of lovely walks to be had if that's what you are looking for.

- Adrian, May 2013
Margo April 2013

“The Old Stables is in a peaceful and picturesque location.”

It is ideal for a relaxing holiday.

- Margo, April 2013
James October 2012

“We loved the location.”

The house was great.

- James, October 2012
J June 2012

“The house was fantastic.”

- J, June 2012
Beverly April 2012

“The location was excellent for walking and exploring a beautiful part of England.”

The Stables were special.

- Beverly, April 2012
Richard July 2011

“Quiet location, spacious cottage and lovely scenery on the doorstep.”

Very hospitable and helpful owners.

- Richard, July 2011
Michael June 2011

“The Old Stables was central to a lot of walks in the area.”

The local farmers were very sociable and very helpful telling us of good walks nearby.

- Michael, June 2011
Dawn May 2011

“2nd visit to The Old Stables and we weren't disappointed.”

The property is very comfortable and relaxing. It's in the perfect spot to go walking in both the Lakes and Dales. The owners were welcoming and there's a good amount of store cupboard essentials provided.

- Dawn, May 2011
David April 2011

“Very high standard of furnishings, superb location and good quality bathrooms.”

The surroundings were peaceful and Kirkby Lonsdale is a beautiful town with everything one could need.

- David, April 2011
Tina December 2010

“We had the best New Year there!”

The owners had put a Christmas tree and decorations up, which made it really special. We weren't bothered by anybody which is always nice. The house is much nicer than we thought - so that was a nice surprise. The sound of the stream running at the back of the house was so relaxing and the surrounding countryside is beautiful. Oh and the underfloor heating is amazing!

- Tina, December 2010
Mr Franks December 2010

“This was a wonderful location, very homely and the addition of a fully dressed Christmas tree was wonderful.”

We had a lovely holiday and would definitely recommend to others.

- Mr Franks, December 2010
Anthony E November 2010

“The owner was very helpful and the property was always warm and cosy.”

This was especially welcome after a day's damp walking around Ingleton. The cottage was located in a very peaceful setting and was ideal for us to be able to visit Lancaster University. We would not hesitate to use your company again as we found all your staff to be very helpful when booking the cottage especially as we did not want a normal seven day holiday - nothing was too much trouble.

- Anthony E, November 2010
Paul September 2010

“First rate accommodation.”

A very good cottage in a beautiful location. One of the best we have stayed in.

- Paul, September 2010
Dawn September 2010

“The Old Stables is a lovely property in a great location with easy access to the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales.”

The living room and kitchen were of a great standard and all of the furnishings of good quality especially the comfortable sofas. Big plus having Sky TV. This property is really a 'home from home'.

- Dawn, September 2010
Paula August 2010

“The accommodation was roomy, and the settees comfortable.”

The area was quiet and peaceful.

- Paula, August 2010
Angela October 2009

“Overall an excellent and pleasant property.”

So far with Sykes, we have never been disappointed.

- Angela, October 2009
Terence September 2009

“Beautiful barn conversion, very peaceful, easy to reach the Dales and Lake District.”

Lovely fish and chips at Kirkby Lonsdale.

- Terence, September 2009
Tracey July 2009

“The property is in an excellent location for a relaxing holiday.”

Everything was of an exceptional standard. The owners were very welcoming.

- Tracey, July 2009
Fiona July 2009

“The underfloor heating meant the cottage was warm and welcoming at all times.”

We thoroughly enjoyed our time.

- Fiona, July 2009
Don June 2009

“Pleasantly quiet rural atmosphere for a short break and well placed for the Dales and Southern Lakes.”

- Don, June 2009
Barbara May 2009

“Unspoilt countryside on your doorstep.”

Ideal centre to visit not only Lake District but the North Yorkshire Dales which remain "undiscovered" by holiday makers and are just as spectacular in their own way. Ideal local town centre of Kirkby Lonsdale.

- Barbara, May 2009
Gill November 2008

“This was an exceptional property.”

We loved the sofas and the log fire.

- Gill, November 2008
Viktor September 2008

“Location was peaceful and away from it all.”

Well placed to reach either the Lakes or the Dales for a day out. Plenty to do in surrounding areas. Felt at ease and at home straight away. Would rebook and recommend.

- Viktor, September 2008
Thomas June 2008

“Super week.”

- Thomas, June 2008
Gill October 2007

“Lovely roomy property in delightful location.”

Excellent food at The Sun Inn, Kirkby and also The Barbon Inn, Barbon.

- Gill, October 2007
Rosalind March 2007

“The Old Stables was lovely - clean, very comfortable and well equipped.”

In fact, it was one of the best places I've stayed.

- Rosalind, March 2007
Kathleen March 2007

“Very happy at the property and hope to go there again.”

- Kathleen, March 2007
Anna December 2006

“This was a delightful property, warm, clean and welcoming.”

It really felt like a home. Many thanks, we had a great break.

- Anna, December 2006
A October 2006

“A fantastic house, it was home from home.”

We didn't have to worry about a thing and the owners were very nice and very helpful.

- A, October 2006
Paul Gregory November 2005

“The property is a great place for a family get together!”

Kirby is a beautiful little town. We have been coming to the property for a number of years and we love the situation.

- Paul Gregory, November 2005
Robert September 2005

“A good property in a nice quiet location.”

- Robert, September 2005
Andrew July 2005

“The house is really nice, especially the open plan main room with very large windows.”

- Andrew, July 2005
February 2005

“A very attractive conversion, the under floor heating was fantastic, a peaceful location.”

The dishwasher was great. Overall, dealing with Sykes was fantastic and polite, booking again, thank you!

- , February 2005
Paul Gregory November 2004

“It was lovely to have a warm, comfortable cottage to return to at the end of the day.”

- Paul Gregory, November 2004
Jeremy September 2004

“Windermere cruises are well worth a visit, we had a great time on the lake and visiting the Aquarium.”

- Jeremy, September 2004
Ann July 2004

“It was very pleasant by the river.”

..the children and dog enjoyed exploring the area, with the bats making an interesting feature. Overall we had a very relaxing time and would certainly hope to visit again.

- Ann, July 2004
Ann February 2004

“...a relaxed and pleasing environment with no pressures so we could just be ourselves and chill out”

! The area was excellent and within easy reach of The Lakes as well. A thoroughly enjoyable time was had by all the party, we just wish it could have been longer.

- Ann, February 2004
Nicola February 2004

“Furnished and decorated to a high standard.”

We would visit again and recommend it to others.

- Nicola, February 2004
Alistair December 2003

“The warmth and friendliness of the owners, who are exactly the sort of people one wants and needs in a holiday situation.”

They were attentive, understanding yet not overbearing. The property is a very pleasant conversion and very suited to the area: together, property and owners made this an excellent break.We look forward to booking with Sykes in the future.

- Alistair, December 2003
Lisa November 2003

“Dramatic Scenery.”

Great for relaxation. Very hospitable owners.

- Lisa, November 2003
Neil August 2003

“The high standard of the property and its quiet location, combined with its proximity to the delightful town of Kirkby Lonsdale, with its excellent shopping and walks.”

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this property, which was well-restored and well-equipped. Pleased with the customer service we received from you - pre-departure email with walk, and this follow-up. We would be happy to use your company again.

- Neil, August 2003

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Summary

Ground Floor
Three bedrooms: 1 x twin with en-suite shower room (shower, basin & WC), 1 x twin with utility room off, 1 x king-size double
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
First Floor - Oak fitted kitchen with steps leading to outside area
Open plan living room with separate dining area, exposed beams, woodburner and doors to small balcony overlooking garden.
Oil underfloor heating with woodburner
Electric cooker, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, TV with Sky, DVD, music centre, WiFi
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburner inc. in rent
Bed linen inc. in rent
Cot and highchair on request
Garden and seating area with garden furniture and BBQ
Off road parking for two cars
One well-behaved dog welcome
Farm shop 1 mile, other amenities in Kirkby Lonsdale 3 miles
Please note - Towels are not provided

The property

Kirkby Lonsdale 3 miles.

The thoughtful conversion of an old stone-built barn and stable block, dating back to 1746, has resulted in this wonderful detached property of much character.

Situated in a pretty position next to Fleshbeck stream in the scattered hamlet of Mansergh, The Old Stables enjoys views over a wooded dell, teeming with bluebells in the spring, and even the occasional deer!

Upside down to take advantage of both the pretty views and the many original exposed timbers, the conversion has been carried out to the highest possible standard including solid oak floors upstairs, and underfloor heating throughout.

The open plan living area has French doors out onto a small balcony, overlooking the garden area and woods.

A magnificent conversion, warm and welcoming, ideal for any time of the year.

Note: This cottage is next to Refs. 916 and 9985, and a short distance from Ref. 10255, together they sleep 22.

Lune Valley Holiday Cottages

Kirkby Lonsdale 3 miles. Close to the lovely market town of Kirkby Lonsdale, ideally placed for visiting the Yorkshire Dales, the Lakes or the Trough of Bowland, Lune Valley Holiday Cottages offer a superb collection of self-catering properties. Located in an area of wooded hills in the picturesque Lune Valley, these four Kirkby Lonsdale cottages have been fully renovated to provide first class holiday accommodation in a beautiful setting close to the River Lune. The Old Stables, Fleshbeck Cottage and Beckside Cottage are next to a babbling brook which flows into the River Lune and together they offer accommodation for 16 people whilst The Granary is on the nearby family farm, adjacent to the farmhouse. Full of character and charm, these four Kirkby Lonsdale cottages are individually styled and boast many original features including mullion windows, exposed beams and original stone flooring. Visitors to The Old Stables, Fleshbeck Cottage and Beckside Cottage will enjoy the gardens complete with lawn, flowerbeds and a lovely babbling brook winding its way past the cottages. Guests can enjoy the stunning surroundings of this area and the many delights of Kirkby Lonsdale, including the beautiful walks along the river made famous by the artist Turner and the writer John Ruskin. Kirkby Lonsdale is only a few miles from the Lake District, the Yorkshire Dales and the Forest of Bowland, which is a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, making these Kirkby Lonsdale cottages a fabulous base for touring this beautiful part of the country.

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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".

Please note - Towels are not provided

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Reviews & Ratings

“Loved the stables, some minor constructive criticism: 1.”

“Wonderful cottage in a beautiful location.”

“We had a lovely stay at the old stables.”

“Property was lovely and comfortable… kitchen very well equipped.”

“Photos do not show adjoining neighbours who made arrival different to the described idyllic retreat.”

“Beautifully converted building in a lovely area.”

“The property was fabulous as always, a new kitchen since we last stayed.”

“We loved our stay at The Old Stables.”

“Beautiful cottage in a very quiet location.”

“Fantastic cottage lovely quiet location immaculately kept, owners live close by and manage property.”

“This is a lovely property in a very peaceful, rural setting, but not far from Kirby Lonsdale, perfect for families.”

“We loved this property.”

“Nestled in a picturesque location between the Lakes and Yorkshire, this cottage was the perfect base for our 3 peaks challenge.”

“Lovely setting and beautiful house that unfortunately needs a good spring clean.”

“Exposed beams, all positive”

“We really enjoyed our stay at the old stables.”

“Not a first time visit to the Capstick's properties and hopefully it won't be the last.”

“Fantastic stay at The Old Stables, beautiful property immaculately presented.”

“There is a bad drain smell coming from the on suite bathroom.”

“One of the best cottages we’ve stayed in .”

“Lovely property.”

“Absolutely lovely cottage to stay in.”

“We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.”

“Great cottage and speedy response within the hour when we had an issue with the fridge.”

“The Old Stables is accurately listed and offers a great standard of accommodation to spend quality time with family and friends.”

“This is our 2nd time staying at the Stables and we just love everything about it.”

“We had a great holiday in this cottage.”

“We had a lovely week in this cottage.”

“The property was very difficult to find, not appearing on Google maps and with no phone signal in the area, so we only had Sykes' directions to go on which could do with improving.”

“Accommodation ,cleanliness in property could not fault Angela and Malcolm Capstick thank you for a lovely stay”

“Covid19 fears meant that we forwent the stay and my brother stayed for just one of the nights instead Apparently it was so good his wife "would have bought it (if it weren't so remote)" He confirms all the above and says we really missed out.”

“Lovely cottage , warm, clean , light and spacious”

“Hi Stayed at the cottages numerous times and as usual everything was great, my only issue was we booked through booking.”

“Excellent accommodation, everything we expected.”

“We really enjoyed staying at this very comfortable property.”

“A fabulous cottage done to a very high spec.”

“The appartment was perfect.”

“The traditional style in beautiful surroundings made our family celebration absolutely perfect.”

“My daughter, granddaughter and my Border Collie and myself had a wonderful time, the cottage was in a lovely location and the owners Malcolm and Angela had provided everything anyone could possibly ask for.”

“Cottage was lovely, nice location, very comfy.”

“This converted barn was superb and in an idyllic setting about ten minutes drive from Kirkby Lonsdale.”

“A beautiful cottage with a spacious lounge and well equipped kitchen.”

“Great location (Dales, Howgills, Lakes).”

“Great place.”

“Lovely place, warm and welcoming.”

“Very well equipped and comfortable.”

“Lovely property, very spacious, well furnished with character.”

“Absolutely amazing place to stay and a beautiful well decorated cottage with period features.”

“The old stables is a lovely place to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.”

“Lovely cottage in very quiet rural setting.”

“Difficult access lane to cottage.”

“Great location and spacious cottage”

“Lovely cottage in a very friendly area”

“The owners Malcolm and Angela were very helpful and friendly.”

“This cottage was a lovely place to stay.”

“Beautiful place to stay and I would highly recommend this peaceful, rural, setting.”

“We really enjoyed our weekend at The Old Stables, beautiful place, quiet and peaceful with Kirkby Lonsdale only a stones throw away.”

“A fantastic house in a beautiful location with everything we could possibly want!”

“The Old Stables is excellent, with everything we needed.”

“Location fabulous, wonderful rustic cottage which was ideal as a base for cycling and walking.”

“Fantastic location, peaceful but within easy reach of Kirkby Lonsdale.”

“We were a group of 4 in the cottage, it is a lovely place with a massive living room upstairs.”

“The family LOVED The Old Stables and really enjoyed spending time in the beautiful airy sitting room.”

“The cottage was brilliant.”

“A beautiful property in lovely surroundings, perfect for a weekend away.”

“Nice and peaceful, well equipped property and good location for touring around both Cumbria and the Yorkshire Dales.”

“Enjoyed the holiday very much.”

“Excellent property in a lovely location.”

“The Old Stables is in a peaceful and picturesque location.”

“We loved the location.”

“The house was fantastic.”

“The location was excellent for walking and exploring a beautiful part of England.”

“Quiet location, spacious cottage and lovely scenery on the doorstep.”

“The Old Stables was central to a lot of walks in the area.”

“2nd visit to The Old Stables and we weren't disappointed.”

“Very high standard of furnishings, superb location and good quality bathrooms.”

“We had the best New Year there!”