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Waitby School

Waitby School
School Lane, Waitby, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17 4HH
5 Visit England Stars 5 Visit England Stars 5 Visit England Stars 5 Visit England Stars 5 Visit England Stars 5 Visit England Stars Self-catering
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Rated Five-Star Gold and finalist in the Cumbrian Tourism Awards 2010, 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 Jacuzzi 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, a comprehensive DVD collection, and a lovingly curated library of books.

Guide Prices

Number of Rooms / Units
1
Room / Unit TypeRoom / Unit Tariff*
Waitby SchoolPrices from £1,775.00 to £1,824.00 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 2021 - 31 Dec 2021)

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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

Gradings

  • 5 Visit England Stars Self-catering
5 Visit England Stars Self-catering

Awards

  • Visit EnglandGolfers Welcome Golfers Welcome 2019
  • Other AwardsSelf-assessed Accessibility Information Self-assessed Accessibility Information 2020
  • Cumbria AwardsMember of Cumbria Tourism Member of Cumbria Tourism 2016

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