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The Wash House

Barbon, Cumbria
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Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 3
4 star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Enclosed garden / patio
Internet access
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Romantic
Quirky
Rustic
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
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At a glance

  • Beautiful 17th-century cottage with character features and modern styling
  • Well-placed to explore the varied landscapes of two National Parks and two AONBs
  • In an idyllic village location with the bustling town of Kirkby Lonsdale only 3 miles away
Overview
Property code: SZ527

This charming cottage is an ideal rural retreat for couples who want to relax in tranquil surroundings and explore the best that Cumbria and the South Lakes have to offer, with easy access to other gorgeous areas of English countryside.

Fill your days with walks, countryside sightseeing, bike rides and tours of towns and villages while staying in this romantic retreat. Situated on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park with the Lake District (13.5 miles), the Cumbrian coast (16 miles) and the North Pennines National Landscape (25 miles) just a short drive away, every day will be varied ob your outdoor adventure break. Sleeping two guests, this converted 17th-century cottage sits on the edge of the owner’s Georgian house but is self-contained with privacy assured. It's entirely dog friendly and possesses a courtyard garden, simply wonderful for soaking up that fresh northern air during a stay at any time of year.

Pass through the gravelled courtyard and up stone steps to reach the property. The house is centred around an open-plan living area with a spacious kitchen/diner and a lounge next door, accessible just two steps down. This dynamic space invites unbridled relaxation at each day’s end, equipped with a TV by comfortable seating in the lounge to curl up and watch a film or a favourite box set. The bedroom is a king-size offering just next door, and the bathroom is also down here, equipped with a shower over bath to allow you to soak away the day whichever way you prefer.

Whilst you’re welcome to off-road it, there are several well-established, waymarked pathways nearby for trekking the local area efficiently. One of these is The Dales Way, crossing your path by the River Dee, 6 miles away. This 80-mile route stretches across Cumbria and Yorkshire, encompassing the beauty spots of Gearstones (16 miles) to the south and Sedburgh (7.5 miles) to the north. Another local beauty spot is the Ribblehead Viaduct (15 miles), a feat of engineering worth factoring into your walking or biking route, not too far from the vibrant town of Ingleton (9 miles).

  • 1 king-size bedroom (sofa bed available in the lounge for parties who require separate sleeping arrangements - please request at time of booking)
  • 1 bathroom with shower over the bath and WC
  • Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave and dishwasher
  • TV
  • Wi-Fi included
  • Courtyard garden with seating
  • Private parking for 2 cars
  • Bike storage available
  • Pub, Shop – 0.5 miles
  • Though the accommodation is laid out on the ground floor, The Wash House is accessed via 5 stone steps and there are 2 internal steps between the kitchen and living room
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 3 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £150 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £20. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

 

Rebecca Kenyon

This property is personally managed by Rebecca.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 42 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Alison 20th September 2024

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Ideally situated for visiting stunning local surrounding areas and villages. we were made really welcome in local venues and our dog was too! Loved it

Reviewed by Susan 13th September 2024

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Reviewed by Pamela 6th September 2024

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A cosy comfortable cottage with all required for a relaxing holiday.. The local Barbon Inn welcomed my dog and myself and was a pleasant short walk from the cottage. The village shop cum cafe was closed which seems to be permanent. Kirkby Lonsdale, a four mile drive, is a charming, dog friendly town with a park by the river for dog runs.

Reviewed by Heather 30th August 2024

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Reviewed by Peter 16th August 2024

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This is a great location for visiting both Yorkshire and the Lake District. The cottage was well equipped and comfortable.

Reviewed by Gerrard 9th August 2024

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Reviewed by Pamela 5th July 2024

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needs minor attention - one chair caster falls off when moved in lounge- just screw required - would like soup bowls and larger forks. as above clearer access to entrance - just vegetation cutting back and attention to gate - for dog/s better outdoor furniture . Courtyard needs sorting out - or don't advertise. would be better with enclosed shower Read more- than shower over bath - shower fabulous - but floor gets wet through - needs trad mop and bucket - though lack of storage for cleaning equipmen Hide

Reviewed by Kim 21st June 2024

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Excellent reading section. As an avid student of Art History and History I was thrilled to find the collection of books, catalogues, magazines etc. Very spacious cottage and very comfortable throughout. Excellent starting point to visit the Lakes, Dales and Pennines.

Reviewed by Andrew 31st May 2024

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Reviewed by Julie 24th May 2024

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Reviewed by Carla 26th April 2024

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Very well equipped and comfortable cottage. One of the best beds I have slept in. Powerful shower. The kitchen is well appointed and the hob and oven are excellent. The fridge and freezer is a real bonus, as we have to self cater. Great WiFi and TV (take your passwords for Netflix etc) and controllable heating. Very peaceful location, off the beateRead moren track. Great walks from the doorstep or a short drive to start a walk. Thoroughly enjoyed it and hope to return. Hide

Reviewed by Phil 1st March 2024

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Great little cottage in a great location! Cottage was perfect for walking to the pub and country walks with the dog

Reviewed by Michael 22nd December 2023

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We arrived a few days late after unforeseen circumstances to a very dirty property, cobwebs,spiders,coffee spills,dirty bathroom, dirty cooker,microwave and inside kitchen cupboards the bed had dog hair inside and out and the floors were full of dog hair, never have i been expected to stay somewhere like this and after messaging the owners we left Read moreafter one night,would not recommend this property Hide

Reviewed by Corinna 24th November 2023

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Great little cottage. Very clean and peaceful.

Reviewed by David 17th November 2023

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Excellent

Reviewed by Brian 13th November 2023

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Reviewed by Emma 20th October 2023

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Reviewed by Terry 13th October 2023

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Our second stay. We love this cottage and the village in which it is located. Warm comfortable cottage with brilliant walks from the doorstep.

Reviewed by Tracey 23rd September 2023

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We really enjoyed our stay in the Wash House. It is comfortable, cosy and well equipped.

Reviewed by Deborah 15th September 2023

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Lovely little cottage, great location for walks and getting out and about to local areas like Kirkby Lonsdale, Lancaster and Morecambe. Certainly a home from home. Great pub and cafe in the village too.

Reviewed by Victoria 1st September 2023

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Fabulous location for local walking. The garden isnt completely enclosed and dogs can get out onto farm access road if not supervised.

Reviewed by Robert 30th June 2023

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Reviewed by Robin 23rd June 2023

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Reviewed by Susan 16th June 2023

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Comfortable and quiet. Ideal location for walkers from the village or short drive to Other starting points and interesting places to visit. E.g. caves, viaduct and Wensleydale Creamery. Friendly village ,good pub and food with in walking distance .

Reviewed by Natalie 9th June 2023

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This is our second stay and again it didn't disappoint. Comfortable stay, cottage was lovely. Close to walks for the dogs. Would recommend barkin beck which is only a 10/15min drive away. Would stay again

Reviewed by Brian 26th May 2023

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A cosy comfortable cottage with everything you need for self-catering holiday. Excellent shower and comfortable bed.Short walk to the pub which provided good meals.

Reviewed by Alison 28th April 2023

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Reviewed by Joanna 21st April 2023

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The cottage is lovely, needs no improvement!!

Reviewed by Ian 10th April 2023

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We had a great 4 night break at the cottage, arranged at short notice. The cottage was exactly as described with all the facilities we were expecting. The area in front of the cottage was secure which was important for our two dogs. Overall, we were very happy with our stay.

Reviewed by Andrew 7th April 2023

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Well equipped very clean and comfortable lovely location

Reviewed by Yvonne 24th March 2023

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Amazing place to stay at. We had a great time would recommend it to anyone.

Reviewed by Justin 17th March 2023

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Reviewed by Neil 17th February 2023

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Reviewed by Marjorie 14th February 2023

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Lovely cottage and very comfortable set in a great location for dog walks straight from the front door. Also has excellent food in the village pub and a handy store/cafe. Would definitely recommend.

Reviewed by stephen 25th January 2023

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This Cottage is in a stunning location of a rural village full of friendly people. The Wash house has a rustic charm with all the modern cons for a comfortable stay.

Reviewed by Olympia 22nd December 2022

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The Wash House is a lovely retreat in Barbon, we had such a wonderful Christmas break. Its a lovely combo of modern and country with everything you need for your stay. We had some great dog walks along Barbon Beck! John and his family were so welcoming and made our trip extra special while also giving us complete privacy! We couldnt recommend enougRead moreh! Hide

Reviewed by Tracey 1st December 2022

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We enjoyed a comfortable stay at The Wash House. The house was clean and warm and had everything we needed.

Reviewed by Grant 25th November 2022

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A charming and character filled accomodation that was both practical and comfortable with off road parking. Well equipped kitchen with easy to use appliances and heating. I would recommend taking a torch for returning to the cottage after dark or early morning walks. The surrounding area is beautiful and the villagers welcoming.

Reviewed by Suzanne 21st November 2022

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Reviewed by Richard 11th November 2022

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Absolutely loved our week in the Wash house. The area has so many things to offer and the local pub the Barbon Inn is dog friendly and produces excellent food.

Reviewed by Mandy 4th November 2022

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Lovely cottage for a couple with medium to large size dogs wishing to have a great base for walking in Dales, Lancashire and Cumbria. Currently enclosed garden not suitable for small dogs off lead which is a shame, if rectified we'd definitely go again.

Reviewed by Caron 7th October 2022

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Absolutely beautiful setting very peaceful welcoming and well equipped. Highly recommend

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Location

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