Smardale Mill Shepods
From £89 For 1 night, 2 adults
- Luxurious 'shepod' glamping in Cumbria countryside near Kirkby Stephen
- A 15-minute drive to Brough Castle; 45 minutes to the Lake District
- Fully equipped pods with fishing and hikes from site; pubs close by
Site type
2
Bookings must not be for more than 7 consecutive nights.
Languages spoken
English
Wifi at the unit/pitch
Reviews
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Lovely comfortable, clean and peaceful accommodation. Lovely views and walks in the…
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Shepherd's hut
Liked: Lovely comfortable, clean and peaceful accommodation. Lovely views and walks in the local area, from the farm over the fells and Smardale Viaduct. Family very welcoming and dog friendly. Would recommend
Disliked: Nothing
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Stunning shepods
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Liked: The shepods were fantastic,everything you need ,lovely underfloor heating and really hot water ,beautiful location on a working warm stunning veiws , absolutely loved our time away .
Disliked: Nothing
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The hut is fabulous and very well equipped. Lovely views. Popped into…
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Liked: The hut is fabulous and very well equipped. Lovely views. Popped into kirkby Stephen town centre for Sunday lunch which was only 7 mins drive. We had a great stay here and will be back.
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10 out of 10
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Liked: Absolutely beautiful place perfect place to relax and do nothing will definitely be back
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Lovely little shepherd hut, equipped with everything you need. Absolutely spotless on…
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Liked: Lovely little shepherd hut, equipped with everything you need. Absolutely spotless on arrival and in such a quiet location. Had an amazing time and will definitely be returning. The host made us feel so welcome even on such a short notice booking, greeted us on arrival showed us round, and left us to it knowing she was only a text message away if we needed assistance. Will definitely be looking to return in the future!
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Loved this place everything u needed the owners were very friendly and…
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Liked: Loved this place everything u needed the owners were very friendly and always made sure everything was OK the pod itself was spotlessly clean will definitely be returning
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Had the loveliest stay in this tranquil spot...can't wait to return ❤
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Shepherd's hut
Liked: Peaceful location Welcoming atmosphere High standard of accommodation
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Picturesque place with the best pods
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Liked: Best Pod I've ever stayed in. Picturesque place....working farm...baby lambs everywhere, owner couldn't have done anymore to make us feel welcome.would go back in a heart beat
Disliked: Nothing
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Excellent place to stay .Friendly staff .
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Liked: Beautiful ,relaxing very peaceful place. Lovely places to go walking .scenery is beautiful. The pods were beautiful and had everything you needed .The owners were very friendly and helpful .We will be visiting again and would recommend it to other poeple to go .
Disliked: None
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Great area, very comfortable & clean accommodation, relaxing haven.
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Shepherd's hut
Liked: These are new pods so everything works perfectly. Add to that the attractive decor and quality bedding, towels, etc, and included amenities (outdoor table & chairs, microwave, tv, ) and you have a very comfortable stay. Even good WiFi A large shower area (within limited bathroom space) works well - and the water pressure is great ! The location is fantastic, for a fully working farm it's not noisy or disruptive, the reception was friendly & welcoming, the local walks are very good, and nearby paths, nature reserve, all great. Local town Kirkby Stephen has everything you need (good pubs, eateries/takeaways, cafe's, general shops, and again great walks from town centre. Not far to the Lake District or Yorkshire Dales for extra days from this base. Will definitely keep a note of this place for future holidays .....
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Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house
Cycle hire
Evening entertainment
Fishing
Fitness centre
Games room
Indoor swimming pool
Kids' club
On-site restaurant/cafe
Outdoor swimming pool
Play area
TV room
Take away
Tennis
Watersports
Amenities on site
Bath available
Car parking by pitch/unit
Composting toilet
Disabled facilities
Dog park
Drying room
Food shop
Free wifi
Ice pack freezing
Internet access
Launderette
Parent & baby washroom
Pick-up from public transport
Portable toilet
Pub toilets
Public telephone
Shower available
Toilet block
Washing-up area
Wifi
Groups welcome
Family friendly
Motorcycle friendly
Single-sex groups welcome
Student groups welcome
Rules
Barbecue provided
Barbecues allowed
Campfires allowed
Commercial vehicles allowed
Dogs allowed
Dogs allowed all year
Themes
Luxury
Peaceful
Remote location
Spectacular scenery
Walkers' paradise
Wildlife haven
Utilities
Charging facilities
Chemical disposal
Electric car charging point(s)
Gas cylinders available
Recycling available
Renewable energy
Nearby amenities
Bar nearby
Dog walk nearby
Type
Tiny (1-10 pitches)
Nearby leisure
Fishing nearby
Location
Smardale Mill Shepods
Smardale Mill
Kirkby Stephen
Cumbria
England
CA17 4HG
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.47741°N
-2.4016°W
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Must see
High Force Waterfall 14.8 mi
The Rheged Centre 19.3 mi
Dalemain Historic House & Gardens 19.7 mi
The Bowes Museum 20 mi
Barnard Castle 20 mi
National Trust
Acorn Bank Garden and Watermill 14.2 mi
Sizergh Castle and Garden 20.1 mi
Townend 21.2 mi
Windermere and Troutbeck 21.5 mi
Hill Top 24.5 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Smardale Wildlife Reserve 0.6 mi
Kirkby Stephen - Nine Standards Rigg 2.1 mi
Kirkby Stephen Circular 2.2 mi
The Eden Viaducts 2.2 mi
Kirkby Stephen - Nateby - Wharton Hall - Lammerside Castle 2.3 mi
Local events
- Kendal Calling (Thursday 1 August 2024 – Thursday 1 August 2024)
Penrith, Cumbria 15.3 mi
- Keswick Mountain Festival (Friday 17 May 2024 – Friday 17 May 2024)
Keswick, Cumbria 16.8 mi
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Want to know more about camping in The Lake District and Cumbria?
- Does Smardale Mill Shepods have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Smardale Mill Shepods dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Smardale Mill Shepods? From your cosy Cumbrian lodgings, you have the choice of scores of challenging hiking and cycling routes in three different outdoor areas. You’re already in the Yorkshire Dales National Park for moorland … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Smardale Mill Shepods?
Read moreOn-site accommodation Arrive: 2 p.m. – Anytime Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Smardale Mill Shepods? From £89 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.