Kirkby Lonsdale 3.9 miles. The Old Shippon is a stunning, three-bedroom barn conversion resting in Barbon, a quaint village near Kirkby Lonsdale in Cumbria. Boasting off-road parking for two cars, an enclosed rear garden with lawn and patio, and superb location just a short distance from the nearest café and pub, this wonderful abode makes an idyllic base for a family or group of six friends seeking a relaxing, self-catered escape within the beautiful Yorkshire Dales National Park and easy access to the Lake District too. Park up outside your new home-from-home and take a moment to breathe in the fresh country air before you step inside your brilliant new lodgings. Inside The Old Shippon, discover an array of bright, contemporary interiors that have been thoughtfully-designed to retain a rustic, farmhouse feel, with solid wood floors and beams a key presence throughout the home. Enjoy time with your loved ones in the open-plan living space, a fabulous setting and the true social hub of the property that houses a fully-equipped kitchen with integrated appliances, a dining table and breakfast bar, and a sitting area with a plush sofa and a sleek Smart TV, or head out to the rear garden where you can enjoy some alfresco dining on the outside furniture. For further relaxation, head to the sitting room to curl up on the large corner sofa whilst you watch a film or two. Here, impressive floor-to-ceiling windows welcome in an abundance of natural light, as well as offer views out to the front garden and views over open fields. When the sun sets, head to one of three decadent bedrooms, selecting between a king-size, double, and a twin, all of which feature crisp linens and their very own en-suite bath or shower room. If you can tear yourself from your tranquil new base, head out to explore what's in store in Barbon and beyond. A brief stroll into the village centre will bring you to The Churchmouse at Barbon, a lovely café where you can indulge in a soothing cup of tea, the Barbon Inn, a pub popular with locals serving up traditional British cuisine, as well as the peaceful grounds of St Bartholomew's Church, set near the banks of shimmering Barbon Beck. A drive south from Barbon will bring you to two golf clubs, the Kirkby Lonsdale Golf Club and the Casterton Golf Course, on your journey to bustling Kirkby Lonsdale, a historic town resting on the River Lune, home to the attractions of the Radical Steps, the Devil's Bridge, Stanley Bridge, and Summerfield House. You'll also find a selection of independent pubs and restaurants in town, including the Kirkby Lonsdale Brewery, The Orange Tree and also Number 9, a local tapas and wine bar. For a day out, head to uncover the boundless delights spread across the Yorkshire Dales National Park, whether that's snapping shots of the Ribblehead Viaduct, experiencing nature at the Cauldron Falls, hiking along the scenic Gordale Scar, or viewing jaw-dropping rock formations within Ingleborough Cave. All of this and more is waiting for you with a stay at The Old Shippon.
Weekly price from £576
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