4 Black Bull Barn Faraday Road, Kirkby Stephen, CA17 4QL, United Kingdom
#2 of 26 hotels in Kirkby Stephen
Guests' ChoiceBased on 73 hotel reviews
9.5Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.7
Location
9.7
Facilities
9.8
Staff
9.6
Value for money
9.5
Free WiFi
9.4
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Reviewed: 30 May 2024
Helmut
United KingdomKirkby Steven is dead after 9pm. Difficult to get food after 8pm. This was in May but there were plenty of tourists around.
Spacious and well equipped apartment. Centre of town. Good base to explore the Yorkshire moors and only an hour from The Lake District too.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 27 April 2024
Olly
United KingdomMusty damp smell on arrival & shower controls seemed to be a choice of either hot or scalding Otherwise I thoroughly enjoyed my stay
- Loved the little hamper of goodies on arrival - very thoughtful - Great location - easy walk to shops, pubs, Stainmore railway, the viaduct circular walk etc. - Hosts were great with communication via Booking.com DMs - Well equipped kitchen for any cooking that I needed to do - Off-road parking very handy as I didn't need to trawl around to find a space nearby
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 19 April 2024
Tony
AustraliaGreat difficulty in gaining access. The owner apparently texted us with the key code, which we never received. We had to track down the owner.
Roomy and cosy with all expected facilities
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 4 December 2023
Raymond
United KingdomNothing.
It was an excellent position for the town parking was great and the hosts were exceptional . Will be back Thank you
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 21 November 2023
Susan
United KingdomAbsolutely nothing!
Absolutely immaculate cottage. Bedding and towels were luxurious. Shower was amazing. Lots of little extras provided for us. The owner was very helpful prior to our stay and responded to messages quickly. Honestly couldn’t have asked for more. Just perfect!
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 19 September 2023
John
United KingdomWe loved the apartment and there was nothing to be improved upon.
It is an exceptional Rental Property. The hosts were in touch to make sure that everything was okay for us. The apartment was really well equipped and the hosts had left us a welcome hamper. We really appreciated the washing machine and clothes airer, as we had already been staying in another property the preceding week and needed some clothes washed. The apartment is conveniently situated in a quiet street that runs parallel to the Main Street and has parking to the rear of the property. The kitchen is well equipped, the bathroom has a huge shower, and the lounge has comfortable leather sofa and a huge modern TV.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 7 September 2023
Kevin
United KingdomNothing
Location cleanliness great owners very accommodating
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 19 August 2023
Joanne
United KingdomNothing, everything was spot on
Great location, lovely property. Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 9 August 2023
Karen
United KingdomI cannot think of anything I didn't like, apart from the sofa being a little uncomfortable, but to me that is petty. As if you are there for the walks like we were, you will barely sit on it. And the hair dryer wasn't very powerful, but again petty as you can bring your own.
Black Bull Barn was a "home away from home". It was cosy and comfortable, exactly what we needed for a long weekend away. The goodies which we were left was a lovely touch, there were even treats for the dog. The place was so clean, tidy and the bed was extremely comfortable. The shower was also amazing. The place is literally around the corner from town and has everything you need. We had a few drinks at the Black Bull pub and Fish and Chips from the Archway Fish and Chip Shop. It is so conveniently placed for some lovely walks in the area. Having a parking space was also a bonus! I would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 5 August 2023
Paula
United KingdomLocation, cleanliness added extras. A little home from home.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 1 June 2023
Tracy
United KingdomBeing really picky, the quilt could have been bigger, just about went over the edge of the bed.
Fantastic location, spotlessly clean and a few goodies left for us on our arrival which was really appreciated. Clear instructions from the owner prior to arrival and recommendations of where to eat. Could park right outside or in the designated parking spot at the back of the property. Lovely walks on the doorstep, especially the viaduct walk. Perfect base to visit places in the Eden Valley and beyond.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 23 May 2023
Richard
United KingdomNothing
Smart, clean, comfortable and well equipped cottage. Off road parking always welcome. 1 min walk to the attractive high street.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 25 April 2023
Betty
United KingdomDuvet only just hung slightly over the edge of the bed seemed a little smaller than a double.
Couldn't have asked for more. Home from Home
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 17 April 2023
Maureen
United KingdomCan't think of anything.
Very central, yet quiet.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 3 April 2023
Lovett
United KingdomNothing
Location is brilliant. Barn very clean and cosy with everything you need. Lovely welcome goodies
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 2 April 2023
Alison
United KingdomPerfect location, beautifully clean. Everything there for cooking if needed but very close to the town centre for restaurants etc. Stayed a few times now, always brilliant.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 15 December 2022
Phil
United KingdomThe rooms were cold on entry. It took a while to warm through but we were able to manage, bearing in mind this was the coldest week of the year so far. There was lots of amenities which we didn't use but would be well appreciated by others.
Breakfast was great - we were self catering! The key was in a locked box and our host gave accurate details to open. It was simple to use. The property is really nice and well located for the town centre. Lots of things in easy reach
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 24 October 2022
Lovett
United KingdomNothing
Cottage was lovely this was our 4th time staying excellent
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 22 August 2022
David
United KingdomThe door lock mechanism was awkward.
Very handy for the town.
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 30 July 2022
Halter
United KingdomNothing we did not like
Personal touch leaving milk scones snd butter really lovely touch so clean
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 19 June 2022
Paul
United KingdomNothing
ideal accommodation and central location for short stay
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 1 June 2022
Chris
United KingdomGreat little apartment. Extremely well equipped and spotlessly clean. Easy to book and great support from owners
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 26 May 2022
Michael
United KingdomCan't think of anything
The barn was in a great location in the middle of the village just off the main road so nice and quiet. Good safe parking for my car which is always a concern for me. Accommodation was well equipped with everything you need supplied. I can't think of what I would add to make the accommodation better. I know Kirkby Stephen well through work but not been for a couple of years. It's a lovely place with friendly people close to the Lake District. If you want to drink late, take something with you as the pubs tend to shut around 10pm as the locals seem to go out early and go home early. But please give it a try, we'll be going back.
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: 21 May 2022
Michael
United KingdomNothing
Everything was perfect and as stated we stay in many apartments throughout Europe and it was as good as all of them
Stayed in May 2022
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