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

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Two single-story homes with balconies and attached staircases, each with a window and door, set amidst a grassy area surrounded by trees.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

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

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.

Property manager

Terry Knipe

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Microwave

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 161 square feet

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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 indicated 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

Property is also known as

589828

About the area

Map
Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria

What's nearby

  • Stainmore Railway Company Ltd. - 8 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Yorkshire Dales National Park - 8 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Brough Castle - 12 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Appleby Castle - 15 min drive - 19.0 km
  • Lake Windermere - 44 min drive - 57.2 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

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Ash Shepod - Smardale Mill - Fabulous glamping pod/shepherds hut, sleeps 4 guests in 1 room?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Ash Shepod - Smardale Mill - Fabulous glamping pod/shepherds hut, sleeps 4 guests in 1 room?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

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

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Smardale Gill National Nature Reserve and within 3 mi (5 km) of Kirkby Stephen Library and Lesley Rowe. Yorkshire Dales National Park and Stainmore Railway Company Ltd. are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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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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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dominic C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend

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