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The Ash Shepod - Smardale Mill - Fabulous glamping pod/shepherds hut, sleeps 4 guests in 1 room
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom 1 bathroom Sleeps 2 15 sq m
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Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria
- Stainmore Railway Company Ltd.8 min drive
- Yorkshire Dales National Park8 min drive
- Brough Castle13 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom #1
1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
En-suite bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
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.
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.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Kirkby Stephen
Located in Kirkby Stephen, this cabin is in a rural area. Lesley Rowe and Stainmore Railway Company Ltd. are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Riverside Public Golf Course and Appleby Golf Club. Eden Valley Railway and Kennedys Fine Chocolates are also worth visiting.

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 - 13 min drive - 12.3 km
- Appleby Castle - 15 min drive - 19.0 km
- Lake Windermere - 44 min drive - 57.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Sandford Arms - 10 min drive
- The Inn at Brough - 12 min drive
- The King's Head - 8 min drive
- The Black Swan - 8 min drive
- The Taggy Man - 7 min drive
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About the host
Hosted by Terry Knipe

Languages:
English
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