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Birkett Barn is a converted stone barn with exposed beams and original features in Cumbria's Eden Valley. The barn features a private hot tub and wood-burning stove. Stone walls and traditional barn character run throughout.

The barn sits in open countryside near Kirkby Stephen. You'll see rolling fells and farmland from the windows. The rural location offers peace and quiet.

The barn sleeps guests across well-appointed bedrooms with modern bathrooms. The living space includes an open-plan kitchen and dining area. High ceilings and barn doors add to the character.

Kirkby Stephen is 2 miles away (5 minutes). The Yorkshire Dales National Park lies 8 miles south (15 minutes). Penrith sits 15 miles north (25 minutes) with shops and restaurants.

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About Birkett Barn

Birkett Barn is a converted stone barn with exposed beams and original features in Cumbria's Eden Valley. The barn features a private hot tub and wood-burning stove. Stone walls and traditional barn character run throughout.

The barn sits in open countryside near Kirkby Stephen. You'll see rolling fells and farmland from the windows. The rural location offers peace and quiet.

The barn sleeps guests across well-appointed bedrooms with modern bathrooms. The living space includes an open-plan kitchen and dining area. High ceilings and barn doors add to the character.

Kirkby Stephen is 2 miles away (5 minutes). The Yorkshire Dales National Park lies 8 miles south (15 minutes). Penrith sits 15 miles north (25 minutes) with shops and restaurants. Appleby-in-Westmorland is 7 miles away (12 minutes) for market town exploring.

Birkett Barn works brilliantly for couples wanting a countryside retreat with hot tub relaxation. The original barn features and Eden Valley setting make this special.

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at Birkett Barn

Private Hot Tub

Soak under the stars in your own hot tub with views across the Eden Valley countryside and distant fells.

Original Stone Walls

Authentic barn conversion character with exposed stone walls and traditional features throughout the accommodation.

Wood-Burning Stove

Cosy evenings by the wood burner create the perfect atmosphere after days exploring the Cumbrian countryside.

Exposed Beams

Original timber beams and high ceilings showcase the barn's agricultural heritage and create impressive living spaces.

Rural Location

Peaceful Eden Valley setting with open countryside views and easy access to both Dales and Lakes walking routes.

Modern Comfort

Contemporary kitchen and bathrooms blend seamlessly with the barn's original character for comfortable countryside living.

Getting To Birkett Barn

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Birkett Barn by car, take the M6 to Junction 38 and follow the A685 towards Kirkby Stephen. Turn onto minor roads following signs for the property. Off-road parking is available at the barn.

By Train

The nearest railway station is Kirkby Stephen, located approximately 2 miles from Birkett Barn. Taxis are available from the station for the short journey to the barn.

Off-road parking available
Kirkby Stephen station (2 miles)
Accessible from M6 Junction 38

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

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Distance: 2.9 miles (5 min drive)
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Haughey Antiques
Distance: 2.9 miles (5 min drive)
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The Co-operative Food
Distance: 3.2 miles (6 min drive)
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Kirkby Stephen Station
Distance: 1.5 miles (3 min drive)
CA17 4LF
Garsdale Station
Distance: 12.2 miles (16 min drive)
LA10 5PP
Teesside International Airport
Distance: 48.3 miles (1 hr 2 min drive)
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Pendragon Castle
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Appleby Castle
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Distance: 3.4 miles (6 min drive)
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Distance: 5.7 miles (9 min drive)
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Is Birkett Barn Right For Your Group

Discover why this cottage is the one for your party or family reunion...

For Families
The barn's rural Eden Valley location provides space for children to explore countryside surroundings. Open fields and quiet lanes offer outdoor adventures. However, the hot tub and wood-burning stove require supervision. Kirkby Stephen has a playground 2 miles away. The barn works better for older children who appreciate countryside walks and outdoor activities.
Groups Will Love...
The private hot tub at Birkett Barn offers outstanding fell views across the Eden Valley countryside. Positioned outside the barn, it provides year-round relaxation after days exploring the Yorkshire Dales or Lake District. The combination of hot water, fresh Cumbrian air and rural peace creates memorable evenings. Original stone walls frame the hot tub area, maintaining the barn's agricultural character.
Pet Friendly
Yes, Birkett Barn welcomes dogs to join your countryside break. The Eden Valley location provides excellent walking routes straight from the barn door. Open fields and quiet country lanes suit dogs of all sizes. The enclosed outdoor space means dogs can relax safely outside. Local walks include Nine Standards Rigg and Smardale Gill, both offering outstanding countryside for energetic dogs.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Birkett Barn

The Black Bull Inn

Located 2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: CA17 4QN

The Stobars Hall Hotel

Located 2 miles from your accommodation.

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The Fat Lamb Country Inn

Located 4 miles from your accommodation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Birkett Barn

Is Birkett Barn pet friendly?
Yes, Birkett Barn welcomes dogs so your four-legged companions can join your countryside break. The rural Eden Valley location provides excellent walking opportunities straight from the door.
What original barn features does Birkett Barn have?
The conversion retains exposed stone walls and timber beams throughout the accommodation. High ceilings and traditional barn doors add authentic agricultural character to the living spaces.
How many guests does Birkett Barn sleep?
The barn provides comfortable accommodation with well-appointed bedrooms and modern bathrooms. The open-plan living area works well for couples or small groups.
Where exactly is Birkett Barn located?
The barn sits in open countryside near Kirkby Stephen in Cumbria's Eden Valley. You're positioned between the Yorkshire Dales and Lake District National Parks.
What can we do nearby?
Kirkby Stephen offers shops and pubs 2 miles away. The Yorkshire Dales National Park lies 8 miles south for walking and exploring. Penrith provides larger shops and restaurants 15 miles north.
Is there parking at the barn?
Yes, off-road parking is available at Birkett Barn. The rural location means you'll want a car to explore the surrounding Eden Valley and national parks.
Does Birkett Barn have a hot tub?
Yes, a private hot tub is included with your stay. It's perfect for relaxing after days walking the fells with views across the countryside.
What makes this barn conversion special?
The combination of original stone walls and beams with modern comforts creates authentic barn character. The Eden Valley setting between two national parks offers outstanding countryside access.

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Birkett Barn Reviews

What a fantastic house. We were a group of elderly family and friends who hire cottages at least three times a year. Birkett Barn has the best kitchen weve come across. Beds were all comfy, showers were good. Lots of extra little touches that make such a difference. The property is quite a long way down the single track road. Dont give up you will come to it and you cant miss it. Thank you for a wonderful week. We look forward to coming again. Vera
Had a brilliant week with friends at Birkett Barn. Well equipped and in a lovely location. Would definitely go again.
Birkett Barn is in a beautiful location. The accommodation was absolutely perfect for our party of 6 adults and two young children. It was very clean, tidy and had everything we needed and more. The welcome basket was a wonderful and thoughtful touch. We had such a fantastic time.
Quite simply the best Sykes accommodation we have ever stayed in.
One of the cleanest, most well equipped holiday let's we've ever stayed in. The house was absolutely brilliant, with the incredibly beautiful and relaxing views. A short drive from Kirby Stephen, a lovely place to visit for a wander, a few drinks and something to eat if you want to but the house has everything you need to stay put and relax where you are if you'd prefer to do that. All the rooms are spacious and comfortable. Plenty of space to be together in the kitchen, in the comfortable living room and in the outside space as well. Hot tub a wonderful addition and really well looked after like everything else. Really wonderful place with no notes at all from us. Thank you for a wonderful stay, we were even treated to some yummy fresh eggs from the farm. Brilliant stay we will def be back
We had an amazing stay at Birkett Barn, we had everything we needed it was very well equipped. The views were spectacular especially when we were sat in the hot tub! The only slight issues we had were flies which we know cannot be helped and also dogs barking throughout the night next door, but would definitely be back and highly recommend!
The accommodation was faultless, perfect setting and a perfect venue for our reunion. The owners allowed us an early check in and there is genuinely nothing I can comment on that is not positive about them and their property. I was less impressed with Sykes Cottages themselves who, after a mix up when booking through the website I called them for clarification to be told at the time they would call me back when the booking hit their system, they failed to call back and after 2 days of waiting I called them and their operator was very inflexible and rude with regard to our request which they had said had effectively expired due to them not calling us back. I am not sure I would look at using Sykes Cottages again.
Stephen
Superb. The house is fitted out to a very high standard with plenty of room for eight people.
Jacqueline
Fantastic property! Photos dont do it justice. Everything was so peaceful and calm just what was needed. Would definately comeback
Brilliant cottage, great location. Spent an early Christmas getaway at the barn and was decorated lovely. Would certainly be looking to going back.
We absolutely loved our stay here and will definitely be back in the future. It's has everything you need for the perfect stay. Honestly I dont have the words to explain how nice it is here. Thank you
Michala
Lovely stay at Birkett Barn. Beautiful views from the property and hot tub. Property very well equipped with everything we needed. Great large kitchen for cooking and eating and a large living room too, lovely to have all ensuite bedrooms and even two more toilets! Some good walks straight from the property a great area to explore, we hope to come back in the future.
We had a lovely holiday in Birkett Barn, which is a beautiful cottage, with excellent facilities and extremely comfortable accommodation, all set in the most glorious setting, with magnificent views. The owners, Jackie and Malcolm were very friendly, welcoming and helpful. The dogs, cats and kittens all gave us a friendly greeting too, and the hot tub was enjoyed immensely. Thank you.
What a great find! This stunning barn is certainly worthy of a visit for its comfort, cleanliness, space and stunning views. The views from the hot tub are amazing and everything was perfect. Both the kitchen and lounge were great spaces, especially the super well equipped kitchen. You didnt want for anything in terms of cooking utensils, crockery it was all there if you want to throw a dinner party for your family or friends. What was also special was that each bedroom had its own ensuite so no waiting to use a main bathroom plus there were two other toilets in the property too! The hot tub was ready on the day of arrival and up to temperature you couldnt fault the position and the views on offer as you drink a glass of Prosecco. Malcolm the host and his wife had done a great job on keeping the property in fabulous order and we were greeted with a nice welcome basket too. This is a property you can book with confidence and enjoy the fabulous Yorkshire countryside.
A great property for a large family gathering, lots of space, plenty bathrooms and kitchen well equipped. The hot tub worked well even in the stormy weather. Beautiful countryside with lots of farm animals round about. A little bit remote, access road seemed never ending on arrival but the perfect place for a peaceful get away. Kirkby Stephen is a nice wee town about 10 minutes drive.
A lovely house, clean, spacious and comfortable in a beautiful location, we had a great time staying there. The house is well equipped with plenty of crockery. The only negative is that some of the baking trays could do with being replaced.
Birkett Barn really did live up to expectations and more. It was so comfortable, spotlessly clean, and everything you would need in the kitchen area. So much thought had gone into making Birkett Barn perfect for an enjoyable and relaxing family holiday. Shower cream, shampoo, conditioner and soap all provided, plus plenty of toilet rolls! Beds comfortable. Bed linen and towels immaculate. Welcome box with milk, locally made sweets, biscuits and a bottle of prosecco was another added touch. The location was beautiful and so peaceful and quiet. An added bonus was the hot tub. Thank you Jackie and Malcolm, we have had a wonderful holiday.
Dilsher
The property was lovely. The setting and view from hot tub is just breathtaking Host was ever so considerate and looked after us really well Any questions that we had were catered to The stay was made pleasant by the host really going the extra mile in helping with our queries and requests Will definitely visit again
Steven
We all had a wonderful stay. The cottage was beautiful and immaculately clean, which was especially important to us with a 1 & 2 year old who like to play on the floor. There was plenty of space for them to play whilst us adults relaxed and we all annoyed seeing the animals on our doorstep. I'm usually ready to get home after a week away but I wasn't this time. All our needs were catered for and the owners had gone above and beyond to make us feel welcome and at home. Cannot recommend this cottage highly enough. Thank you!
Birkett Barn was a lovely holiday home. The views were breathtaking and we were all very comfortable in this well equipped and well maintained property. On top of the four ensuite bedrooms it also had a cloak roomtoilet on each floor which is very handy for visitors and those who prefer not use the stairs too much. There is so much to see and do locally, highlights include the Wensleydale Creamery, Tan Hill Inn and the Settle to Carlisle railway. This is a lovely place to stay and relax.
It was everything we d hoped for. Thebeds were comfortable the water hot. Plenty of cutlery and crockery. Lovely welcome pack and lots if information in the book. The situation was great for walking and the hot tub a delightful addition.
Alexandra
Property was 1010. The location is stunning. Cottage is surrounded by wildlife and countryside. The interior of the property was beautiful and they supplied everything you needed and more for a relaxing and peaceful stay. The owners were very friendly and helpful. Would 100 recommend the property to anyone looking for a relaxing getaway.
Gabrielle
Incredible stay, BEAUTIFUL place and lots of lovely friendly animals around that are use to human interaction so extremely friendly. Could not recommend this place anymore, worth every penny!!
Tracey
Everything was perfect. The house is fabulous with amazing views. The beds were comfortable, showers were great. We found a bottle of wine, snacks and milk left for us which was a nice surprise. Hot tub was amazing too. A mirror in the downstairs and upstairs toilets would be nice but not a criticism, just a suggestion. A wonderful stay!
Lesley
Wow wow wow . What a place , everything you need and more . House is fantastic and spotless clean . Hot tub a bonus . Weather and scenery couldnt ask for better it was fabulous. Great hospitality from Malcolm and his wife . Had fresh eggs from the farm one day . Delicious . My daughters booked again as has my sister and I will also be back . Thx again Lesley
Fantastic property! Everything was immaculate and was probably the best stocked rental we have stayed in in terms of kitchen equipment and utensils. Plenty of space and felt very cosy and homely. Would 100 stay here again. Only thing worth noting is that the property is on a working farm so you might be woken up by the sounds of dogs or cockerels so maybe bring ear plugs if you're a light sleeper!
Wow what a place. Absolutely beautiful. Finishing touches throughout the property are 1st class. We had a fabulous week the start of my 60th year celebrations and I will end the celebrations there this time next year The owners are friendly and welcoming Thank you
A really wonderful stayat Birkett Barn. It was perfect for our family group. Very well appointed and spotlessly clean. Fantastic dining kitchen, spacious and comfortable lounge. Great bedrooms and beds, all ensuite. Lovely hot tub with stunning views across the valley. We would love to stay again! Many thanks indeed..
Rianna
Lovely house for a break away. Good views. The house had everything you need along with ensuites which was a bonus for a bigger group.
Victoria
This converted barn has to be one of, or if not, the best we have ever stayed in. It was spotlessly clean and had everything present we couldve asked for or needed. It is decorated to a high standard and even the bedding is of a high quality. The added extras like welcome basket and Christmas decorations really made it special. The view from outside the cottage is spectacular, the day we were leaving we woke up to a covering of snow! Wow. As the barn is accessed via a single track road we did worry we might struggle to get out due to the snow and 1 rear wheel drive car, however the owner made himself present and told us he had a 4x4 If needed. Luckily it was not, however the thoughtoffer was very much appreciated! The only negative we could think of would be that we didnt stay for long enough. Just means we will have to visit again now
Jacqueline
Wow this place was fantastic. spotlessly clean and spacious. Never stayed in place where the kitchen was so well equipped. Amazing views and great walks from the house. On request the owners decorated the house for Christmas and they were lovely. Great space for a big family and a large hot tub too. Will have to come back next year
Such a lovely stay at Birkett Barn, even the weather was kind to us. The house has been done out to a very high standard and the owner were very welcoming. Lovely spot if you need peace and quiet. Thank you for allowing us to stay. Would highly recommend this beautiful home.
Christine
The house was beautiful and all our needs were catered for. The view from the house was absolutely stunning. We are a family of retired pensioners and we like to get together by hiring accommodation once a year in September and I was so pleased because I booked Birkett Barn and they were all really pleased with my choice.
Colette
Another fabulous stay!
Lianne
Had a wonderful break here with my friend and our children. A beautiful house with everything we needed with the bonus of the hot tub, visiting cats and chickens with an incredible view. Will Certainly be back!
We had a wonderful stay at Birkett Barn, our only downside was having to leave! We will certainly be back, such a beautiful home in a fantastic location, close to villages with shops, places to eat, bars etc, some lovely walking routes which we didnt have time to fully explore but a perfect base for when we come back. The house itself was well equipped, kids loved having their own rooms and all being en suite was an added bonus, the people were lovely and the seating areas perfect for family games and family meals, the kitchen was well equipped and had everything we needed. Views were just magical. Thank you so much for having us, and were certain we will see you again soon.
Birkett Barn was excellent and we really enjoyed our stay. The whole experience was fantastic and apart from the comfortable cottage, the views were incredible. The only small negative observation was the quality of the utensils such as vegetable peeler and grater being of poor quality.The non stick frying pans wereconsiderably worn and the non stick coating had worn away. Bearing in mind the high quality of the kitchen and its facilities, it was surprising that these items were not up to standard. Only a small negative observation and apart from this we had no complaints.
We had an amazing stay at Birkett Barn, the property was amazing with great facilities set in a stunning location.
Joseph
Another fantastic visit, very clean and everything we could wish for and more provided. Thank You.
Amazing property and location, the place was as shown in the pictures and we were not disappointed! Well be back for sure!
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