Stable Cottage, Newbiggin-on-Lune

About Stable Cottage

Stable Cottage is a Grade II listed barn conversion created from old farm buildings on High Lane Farm in Newbiggin-on-Lune, Cumbria. This upside-down property features beautiful oak beams and exposed stonework throughout, with the open-plan living space on the first floor showcasing original ceiling beams. The cottage sits in a quiet rural location between the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales National Parks, with lovely views across the Lune Valley and Howgill Fells.

The barn sits on a working hill farm with stunning scenery all around. Rolling countryside stretches in every direction. Footpaths lead straight from the door into the fells.

Two ground floor bedrooms sleep five guests. The family room has three singles that convert to a king-size double plus single. The second bedroom offers a king-size double that converts to twin beds. One bathroom has a bath with shower over. The first floor living area combines kitchen, dining and sitting space under those original beams.

Kirkby Stephen lies 6 miles away (10 minutes). Walk the old railway footpath to the spectacular viaduct nearby. Visit Sunbiggin Tarn for birdwatching (4 miles, 8 minutes). Sedbergh sits 12 miles away (20 minutes) for shops and cafes.

Families and dog owners love Stable Cottage. Two dogs welcome with walks from the doorstep and windows at dog height for watching sheep. The shared paddock has a children's play area.

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At Sykes Cottages

Need To Know

✓Biomass central heating
✓Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, tv with freeview and wifi
✓Fuel and power included in rent
✓Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓Cot and highchair on request
✓Off road parking for 3 cars
✓Private patio area with furniture and bbq
✓Shared paddock with play area
✓Two well behaved dogs welcome, additional dogs £15/dog
✓Sorry, no smoking
✓Shops and pub 2 miles
✓Note: washing and drying facility available through owner
✓Note: there is restricted head height in the open-plan living space as seen in photos, please consider this when booking

Stable Cottage Prices

Lowest 7 nights

£309

06 Nov 2026

Average 7 nights

£470

£67/night avg

Annual Pricing Heat Map

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1st£439 Sat
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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at Stable Cottage

Original Oak Beams and Stonework

Beautiful old ceiling beams and exposed stone walls create authentic barn character throughout this Grade II listed conversion.

Perfect for Dog Owners

Two dogs welcome with walks straight from the door and windows positioned at dog height for watching farm animals.

Working Farm Setting

Set on High Lane Farm with lovely countryside views and the chance to see real hill farming in action.

Walks from the Doorstep

Footpaths lead directly into the Howgill Fells with the old railway viaduct walk highly recommended by previous guests.

Peaceful Rural Location

Quiet spot in the Lune Valley between two National Parks yet only 6 miles from Kirkby Stephen.

Family Friendly Facilities

Shared paddock with children's play area plus cot and highchair available for younger guests staying at the barn.

Getting To Stable Cottage

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Stable Cottage by car, take the A685 towards Kirkby Stephen then follow signs to Newbiggin-on-Lune. The barn is located on High Lane Farm with off-road parking for three cars upon arrival.

By Train

For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Kirkby Stephen on the famous Settle to Carlisle Railway Line. From there, it's a short 6-mile taxi ride to the barn through beautiful countryside.

Off-road parking for three cars

Kirkby Stephen station (6 miles)

High Lane Farm, Newbiggin-on-Lune

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Sunbiggin Tarn

Distance: 4 miles

CA17 4LZ

Kirkby Stephen Town

Distance: 6 miles

CA17 4QQ

Sedbergh

Distance: 12 miles

LA10 5BZ

Howgill Fells

Distance: On doorstep

CA17 4NY

Railway Viaduct Walk

Distance: 1 mile

CA17 4NX

Lune Valley Footpaths

Distance: From door

CA17 4NY

Kirkby Stephen Shops

Distance: 6 miles

CA17 4QQ

Sedbergh Market Town

Distance: 12 miles

LA10 5BZ

Local Farm Shop

Distance: 2 miles

CA17 4NX

Bessie Beck Trout Fishing

Distance: 5 miles

CA17 4LL

Platform 3 Play Centre

Distance: 6 miles

CA17 4SN

Ravenstonedale Village

Distance: 8 miles

CA17 4NG

Sunbiggin Tarn

Distance: 4 miles

CA17 4LZ

Kirkby Stephen Town

Distance: 6 miles

CA17 4QQ

Sedbergh

Distance: 12 miles

LA10 5BZ

Howgill Fells

Distance: On doorstep

CA17 4NY

Railway Viaduct Walk

Distance: 1 mile

CA17 4NX

Lune Valley Footpaths

Distance: From door

CA17 4NY

Kirkby Stephen Shops

Distance: 6 miles

CA17 4QQ

Sedbergh Market Town

Distance: 12 miles

LA10 5BZ

Local Farm Shop

Distance: 2 miles

CA17 4NX

Bessie Beck Trout Fishing

Distance: 5 miles

CA17 4LL

Platform 3 Play Centre

Distance: 6 miles

CA17 4SN

Ravenstonedale Village

Distance: 8 miles

CA17 4NG

Is Stable Cottage Right For Your Group

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

For Families

Children will love the shared paddock with its play area and watching the working farm activities from the cottage windows. The ground floor bedrooms make it easy for families with young ones and a cot and highchair are available on request. Footpaths from the door offer gentle walks, whilst Platform 3 Play activity centre in Kirkby Stephen provides rainy day entertainment just 6 miles away.

Groups Will Love...

The first floor open-plan living space showcases the barn's most impressive original features. Beautiful oak beams span the ceiling alongside exposed stonework from the original farm building. This Grade II listed conversion retains authentic character throughout, with the upside-down layout taking full advantage of those stunning Lune Valley views. The restricted head height in places reminds you this was once a working agricultural building.

Pet Friendly

Two dogs are welcome at Stable Cottage with an additional charge of £15 per dog. The working farm setting makes it perfect for canine guests, with footpaths leading straight from the door into the Howgill Fells. Previous guests loved the windows positioned at dog height so their pets could watch the sheep. The quiet rural location and acres of countryside provide endless walking opportunities for energetic dogs.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Stable Cottage

The Black Bull

Located 2 miles, Nateby from your accommodation.

Postcode: CA17 4JW

Ravenstonedale Gastropubs

Located 8 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: CA17 4NG

Kirkby Stephen Cafes

Located 6 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: CA17 4QQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Stable Cottage

Is Stable Cottage pet friendly?

Yes, two dogs are welcome at this barn conversion with an additional charge of £15 per dog. The working farm setting and walks from the door make it ideal for dogs.

What original barn features does Stable Cottage have?

This Grade II listed conversion retains beautiful oak beams and exposed stonework throughout. The first floor open-plan living space showcases original ceiling beams with restricted head height in places.

How many guests does this barn conversion sleep?

Stable Cottage sleeps five guests across two ground floor bedrooms. The family room has three singles that convert to a king-size double plus single, whilst the second bedroom offers a king-size double that converts to twin beds.

What is the upside-down layout like?

The living space sits on the first floor with kitchen, dining and sitting areas under original beams. Both bedrooms and the bathroom are located on the ground floor taking advantage of this converted barn layout.

Where exactly is Stable Cottage located?

The barn sits on High Lane Farm in Newbiggin-on-Lune, Cumbria, one mile from the village. It's positioned in the heart of the Howgills between the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales National Parks.

What walking opportunities are there?

Footpaths lead straight from the barn into the Howgill Fells for challenging walks. The old railway footpath to the spectacular viaduct comes highly recommended by previous guests.

Is there parking at this barn conversion?

Off-road parking is available for three cars. There's space for one car outside the cottage with additional parking around the back for up to five vehicles.

What facilities are provided for families?

A cot and highchair are available on request. The shared paddock includes a children's play area and there's a good selection of DVDs for evening entertainment.