High Birks Barn, Cautley near Sedbergh | Barn Conversion Holiday in Yorkshire Dales

About High Birks Barn

High Birks Barn is a beautifully restored stone barn conversion in Cautley, Cumbria. Exposed beams and original stonework create authentic barn character throughout. The conversion sits in the Yorkshire Dales National Park with stunning fell views from every window.

The barn overlooks open countryside with the Howgill Fells rising dramatically behind. Sheep graze in surrounding fields. You can walk straight onto moorland paths from the door.

Inside you'll find three bedrooms sleeping six guests. The main bedroom has an en-suite bathroom. There's a family bathroom too. The open-plan living area features a wood-burning stove and vaulted ceilings with original oak beams. The kitchen opens onto the dining space.

Sedbergh market town is 3 miles away (7 minutes). Visit Cautley Spout waterfall (1 mile, 3 minutes). Explore Kendal with its castle and museums (15 miles, 25 minutes). Walk the Dales Way long-distance footpath (starts 2 miles away, 5 minutes).

High Birks Barn suits walkers and families wanting proper countryside. Book for the location and those fells.

Check Prices & Availability »

At Sykes Cottages

Need To Know

✓Gas central heating and underfloor heating
✓Oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer
✓Smart TV, wifi
✓Fuel and power included in rent
✓Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓Highchair and travel cot available on request
✓Off-road parking for 4 cars
✓Sorry, no pets and no smoking
✓Shop and pub 3.3 miles
✓Note: property is accessibility-friendly

High Birks Barn Prices

Lowest 7 nights

£700

06 Nov 2026

Average 7 nights

£1,961

£280/night avg

Annual Pricing Heat Map

Each cell = one 7-night stay starting that Saturday — hover for price

Nights

Sep

Sat
19th£1,769 Sat
26th£1,831

Oct

Sat
3rd£1,778 Sat
10th£1,778 Sat
17th£2,168 Sat
24th£1,976 Sat
31st£1,392

Nov

Sat
7th£1,356 Sat
14th£1,356 Sat
21st£1,356 Sat
28th£1,356

Dec

Sat
5th£1,356 Sat
12th£1,356 Sat
19th£2,228 Sat
26th£3,049

Jan

Sat
2nd£2,832 Sat
9th£1,356 Sat
16th£1,356 Sat
23rd£1,356 Sat
30th£1,356

Feb

Sat
6th£1,578 Sat
13th£1,578 Sat
20th£1,356 Sat
27th£1,356

Mar

Sat
6th£1,356 Sat
13th£1,356 Sat
20th£1,998 Sat
27th£2,471

Apr

Sat
3rd£2,182 Sat
10th£2,033 Sat
17th£2,024 Sat
24th£2,092

May

Sat
1st£2,142 Sat
8th£2,124 Sat
15th£2,114 Sat
22nd£2,459 Sat
29th£2,785

Jun

Sat
5th£2,594 Sat
12th£2,406 Sat
19th£2,529 Sat
26th£2,743

Jul

Sat
3rd£2,804 Sat
10th£2,869 Sat
17th£3,226 Sat
24th£3,554 Sat
31st£3,605

Aug

Sat
7th£3,287 Sat
14th£2,766 Sat
21st£2,372 Sat
28th£2,221

Sep

Sat
4th£2,300 Sat
11th£2,200

Cheaper

More expensive ░ = no data

Next Available 7 Night Breaks

06 Nov 2026 £700 7 nights · £100/night 13 Nov 2026 £700 7 nights · £100/night 20 Nov 2026 £700 7 nights · £100/night 27 Nov 2026 £700 7 nights · £100/night

More Barn Holidays You May Like

Pet Friendly Near Beach WiFi Open Fire

The Pepper Pot

North of England, Northumberland

Sleeps 6 3 Bedrooms Pet Friendly

A stunning barn conversion on a farm close to Warkworth in Northumberland. Family-friendly. Pet-friendly. Rural views. Woodburning stove. Parking, WiFi. Alnmouth 7.4 miles; Seahouses 25 miles;...

View Barn

Pet Friendly Luxury WiFi Garden

Beesoni Lodge

Heart of England, Worcestershire

Sleeps 8 4 Bedrooms Pet Friendly

A luxurious holiday lodge surrounded by its own grounds with fabulous views of the Cotswolds and the Malvern Hills.

View Barn

Pet Friendly Near Beach WiFi Garden

The Barn

South West of England, Cornwall

Sleeps 4 2 Bedrooms Pet Friendly

Detached barn conversion in peaceful village location. Comfortable accommodation and stunning Atlantic views. Award winning pub on the doorstep. Beaches two miles. Helston 4.5 miles.

View Barn

Pet Friendly Romantic WiFi Open Fire

Daffodil Cottage

North of England, Yorkshire

Sleeps 2 1 Bedrooms Pet Friendly

Pretty, semi-detached stone barn conversion 2 miles from Danby. Cosy, characterful accommodation. Exposed timbers. Comfortable property, excellent views, woodburner. Whitby 15 miles, Staithes 10...

View Barn

Romantic WiFi Garden

The Dairy

Heart of England, Cheshire

Sleeps 2 1 Bedrooms

This barn converted property is situated in the village of Eaton, near to the village of Tarporley and the historic city of Chester, Cheshire. Cosy interior. Electric fire. Tarporley 1.7 miles....

View Barn

Pet Friendly Romantic WiFi Open Fire

Cosy Cottage

East of England, Norfolk

Sleeps 3 2 Bedrooms Pet Friendly

A charming, two-bedroom cottage resting in Bawdeswell, Norfolk. Open fire. Pet-friendly. Enclosed garden. Close to amenities. Smart TV. Dereham 7.2 miles; Norwich 15.4 miles.

View Barn

Near Beach Luxury WiFi Garden

Trerubies

South West of England, Cornwall

Sleeps 6 3 Bedrooms

Trerubies is a contemporary, three-bedroom barn conversion resting rurally in Delabole, Cornwall with rural views, enclosed gardens and close to beach. Tintagel 2.2 miles; Camelford 4.4 miles;...

View Barn

Pet Friendly Near Beach WiFi Garden

Potters Barn

Wales, Pembrokeshire

Sleeps 5 3 Bedrooms Pet Friendly

A charming barn conversion situated in the hamlet of Begelly near to Kilgetty, in Pembrokeshire, Wales. Open-plan living. Electric stove. Saundersfoot 3.3 miles; Tenby 6 miles.

View Barn

WiFi Garden Near Pub

The Barn

North of England, Cumbria

Sleeps 4 2 Bedrooms

The Barn is a detached barn conversion resting in Nether Wasdale, Cumbria. Close to a shop and pub. Close to a lake. In National Park. Woodburning stove. Wast Water 3 miles; Seascale 6.9 miles

View Barn

Pet Friendly Near Beach WiFi Garden

The Coach House

Wales, Pembrokeshire

Sleeps 2 1 Bedrooms Pet Friendly

This detached cottage lies in the picturesque countryside of Merrion near Pembroke. En-suite. Super-king-size. Dog-friendly. Pembroke 4.7 miles; Angle 8 miles; St Florence 12.1 miles.

View Barn

What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at High Birks Barn

Original Stone Walls and Beams

Authentic barn features throughout with exposed stonework and oak beams creating real character in every room of this Cumbrian conversion.

Wood-Burning Stove

Cosy evenings guaranteed with the wood burner in the living area. Perfect after long walks on the surrounding fells and moorland.

Howgill Fells Views

Floor-to-ceiling windows frame spectacular views of the Howgill Fells. Watch the light change on the hills from your sofa.

Direct Moorland Access

Step straight from the barn onto footpaths leading into the Yorkshire Dales. No need to drive anywhere to start walking.

Vaulted Ceilings

The original barn roof structure creates impressive height in the living spaces. Oak beams arch overhead in the main room.

Peaceful Rural Setting

Total countryside peace in Cautley with just sheep for neighbours. Miles from main roads yet Sedbergh is only minutes away.

Getting To High Birks Barn

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach High Birks Barn by car, take the A683 through Sedbergh and follow signs for Cautley. The barn sits just off the main road with easy access and off-road parking for two cars on arrival.

By Train

For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Oxenholme Lake District, around 14 miles away. From there, take a taxi for the scenic journey through the Yorkshire Dales to the barn.

Off-road parking for two cars

Oxenholme Lake District station (14 miles)

Easily accessible from the A683

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Cautley Spout Waterfall

Distance: 1 mile

LA10 5NE

Sedbergh Market Town

Distance: 3 miles

LA10 5BZ

Kendal Castle

Distance: 15 miles

LA9 7AA

Howgill Fells

Distance: 0.5 miles

LA10 5LZ

Dales Way Footpath

Distance: 2 miles

LA10 5AS

Cautley Crag

Distance: 1.5 miles

LA10 5NE

Sedbergh Co-op

Distance: 3 miles

LA10 5BL

Kendal Town Centre

Distance: 15 miles

LA9 4DP

Kirkby Lonsdale Market Square

Distance: 12 miles

LA6 2AN

Sedbergh Bus Service

Distance: 3 miles

LA10 5BZ

Oxenholme Station

Distance: 14 miles

LA9 7RQ

Kirkby Stephen

Distance: 10 miles

CA17 4QQ

Cautley Spout Waterfall

Distance: 1 mile

LA10 5NE

Sedbergh Market Town

Distance: 3 miles

LA10 5BZ

Kendal Castle

Distance: 15 miles

LA9 7AA

Howgill Fells

Distance: 0.5 miles

LA10 5LZ

Dales Way Footpath

Distance: 2 miles

LA10 5AS

Cautley Crag

Distance: 1.5 miles

LA10 5NE

Sedbergh Co-op

Distance: 3 miles

LA10 5BL

Kendal Town Centre

Distance: 15 miles

LA9 4DP

Kirkby Lonsdale Market Square

Distance: 12 miles

LA6 2AN

Sedbergh Bus Service

Distance: 3 miles

LA10 5BZ

Oxenholme Station

Distance: 14 miles

LA9 7RQ

Kirkby Stephen

Distance: 10 miles

CA17 4QQ

Is High Birks Barn Right For Your Group

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

For Families

Children can explore the surrounding countryside safely with moorland paths starting from the barn. The open fields and Howgill Fells provide natural play space. Cautley Spout waterfall is just 1 mile away for family walks. Sedbergh is 3 miles away with shops and cafes. The barn's rural location means kids have space to run around outdoors.

Groups Will Love...

The vaulted ceilings with exposed oak beams create the standout feature at High Birks Barn. Original roof timbers arch overhead in the main living space, preserved from the barn's working past. Stone walls rise to meet these beams, showing off the building's agricultural heritage. Large windows beneath the vaulted ceiling frame Howgill Fells views perfectly.

Pet Friendly

High Birks Barn welcomes dogs, making it perfect for walking holidays with your pet. Moorland footpaths start directly from the barn with no roads to cross. The surrounding countryside offers endless walking routes across the Howgill Fells. Cautley Spout waterfall walk is dog-friendly and starts 1 mile away. The barn's rural setting means your dog has space to roam.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at High Birks Barn

The Cross Keys Temperance Inn

Located 2.5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA10 5NE

The Bull Hotel Sedbergh

Located 3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA10 5BL

The Black Bull Kirkby Stephen

Located 10 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: CA17 4QN

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about High Birks Barn

What original barn features does High Birks Barn have?

The conversion retains exposed stone walls throughout and original oak beams across vaulted ceilings in the main living spaces. A wood-burning stove sits in the open-plan living area adding to the authentic barn atmosphere.

Is High Birks Barn pet friendly?

Yes, dogs are welcome at this barn conversion. The surrounding countryside and direct access to moorland footpaths make it perfect for walking your dog straight from the door.

How many people does the barn sleep?

High Birks Barn sleeps six guests across three bedrooms. There's one en-suite bedroom and a separate family bathroom serving the other two rooms.

What is the location like around the barn?

The barn sits in Cautley in the Yorkshire Dales National Park with the Howgill Fells rising behind. Open countryside surrounds the property with sheep grazing in adjacent fields and moorland paths starting from the doorstep.

What are the living spaces like inside?

The open-plan living area features vaulted ceilings with exposed oak beams and a wood-burning stove. The kitchen flows into the dining space with large windows framing fell views throughout.

How far is Sedbergh from the barn?

Sedbergh market town is 3 miles away, taking about 7 minutes by car. The town has shops, pubs and cafes plus the Dales Way footpath running through it.

Can you walk from High Birks Barn?

Yes, moorland footpaths start directly from the barn with no need to drive anywhere. Cautley Spout waterfall is 1 mile away and the Dales Way long-distance path starts 2 miles from the property.

What parking is available at the barn?

The barn has off-road parking for two cars. You'll have your own dedicated parking spaces right by the accommodation throughout your stay.