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Waitby School
Waitby School Holiday Cottage, School Ln, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17 4HH
Self-catering
About
Rated Five-Star Gold and finalist in the Cumbrian Tourism Awards 2010 and 2017, Waitby School is the perfect getaway for all seasons. Located within the Yorkshire Dales National Park, on a fell near Kirkby Stephen in the Eden Valley, Waitby School enjoys uninterrupted views of the surrounding countryside; it is perfect for unwinding in luxury amid utter tranquillity, but close enough to Kirkby Stephen not to feel isolated.
Originally built in 1680, Grade II listed Waitby and Smardale School now sleeps six to seven people in complete comfort.
Waitby is ideal for couples seeking a romantic idyll; practical for walking or cycling enthusiasts (Kirkby Stephen is on Wainwright's legendary Coast-to-Coast route); safe for families with children; and a stepping stone for guests wanting to explore the magnificent Lakes, Dales, County Durham or the Pennines.
On our doorstep we have castles, historic houses, museums, gardens, waterfalls and rivers, fells and nature reserves, ancient towns, country pubs, restaurants and the Settle-Carlisle Railway.
Waitby School has under-floor heating, a whirlpool bath and luxury hand-made kitchen, complemented by oak and slate flooring and a woodburning stove. It has a flat screen entertainment and Bose sound system, Sonos and Sky package, and a lovingly curated library of books for all tastes and ages.
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Guide Prices
- Number of Rooms / Units
- 1
| Room / Unit Type | Room / Unit Tariff* |
|---|---|
| Waitby School | Prices from £400.00 to £1,273.00 per unit per week |
*As a guide, prices are per room per night for hotels, guest houses, B&Bs and serviced apartments and per week for self-catering accommodation.
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Opening Times
| Season (1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025) |
|---|
Facilities
Booking & Payment Details
- American Express accepted
- Visa/Mastercard/Switch accepted
Catering
- Barbecue
Children
- Children welcome - Children welcome from any age
- Cots available
- High chairs available
Cooking Facilities
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Microwave cooker
Heating Facilities
- Central heating
- Real log/coal fires
Languages
- Staff fluent in French
Laundry Facilities
- Drying facilities
- Ironing facilities
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Leisure Facilities
- Fishing
- Golf available (onsite or nearby)
- Pony trekking/horse-riding
Linen & Bedding
- Linen provided
Parking
- Private parking
Property Facilities
- Air conditioning
- Cleaning service
- Dogs/pets NOT accepted
- WiFi or internet access
Room/Unit Facilities
- CD player
- DVD player
- Hairdryer
- Radio
- Satellite TV
- Television
Site Features
- Building of historical interest
- Garden
Room/Unit Facilities: Waitby School
- Bath
- Ground floor bedroom
- Hot Tub
- Scenic view
- Shower
- Spa bath
Tripadvisor
- Excellent18
- Very Good1
- Average1
- Poor0
- Terrible0
Gradings
- 5 Visit England Stars Self-catering
Awards
- Other Awards
Self-assessed Accessibility Information - Visit England
Visit England - Gold Award 2022 - Cumbria Awards
Member of Cumbria Tourism 2016
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