The Apartment of Antiquity

39 Market Street, Kirkby Stephen, Kirkby Stephen, CA17 4QN, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.8/10! <small>(score from <b>98</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.7
Scored 9.7
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Rated exceptional
98 reviews

The location is superb - bang on in the middle of the high street, convenient to all the town has to offer. The apartment itself is lovely, comfortable, and well-appointed. The hosts, Penny and Paul (and Bob the dog), were warm and welcoming from the start, and truly cared that we enjoyed our stay. The skies opened while we were there, and the pouring rain in the street outside only served to emphasize the coziness of the apartment as we took a well-deserved rest day from our Coast to Coast Walk. Absolutely recommended for a short break or an extended stay in Kirkby Stephen, which itself serves as a marvelous base for exploring the surrounding region.

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The Apartment of Antiquity

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  • Entire apartment
  • 1615 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • City view
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Private Bathroom
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating

Between the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales, The Apartment of Antiquity in Kirkby Stephen offers appropriately stylish accommodations in Cumbria. This central apartment has free WiFi. The Apartment of Antiquitys sleeps 2 guests, with twin beds in the bedroom. The bathroom features a luxurious double walk-in shower, with towels and complementary toiletries supplied. An open-plan kitchen and living area has a flat-screen TV, DVD and CD player, and an elegant dining table. The kitchen is equipped with oven, microwave, fridge, kettle and toaster. Hawes in the Yorkshire Dales and the Cumbrian town of Penrith are both just 30 minutes’ drive from Kirkby Stephen.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

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Reliable Info
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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
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Guest reviews

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Staff
10
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.7
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
9.5
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  • Ned
    United States of America United States of America
    “The location is superb - bang on in the middle of the high street, convenient to all the town has to offer. The apartment itself is lovely, comfortable, and well-appointed. The hosts, Penny and Paul (and Bob the dog), were warm and welcoming from...”
  • Bb
    United States of America United States of America
    “Our two night stay at Penny & Paul's 'Apartment of Antiquity' was the highlight of our trip to Northern England or shall I say, all of the UK. Their hospitality outshines anywhere else we've ever stayed. The apartment has every amenity one could...”
  • Catherine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The hosts were so friendly, and the apartment was beautifully furnished, in the perfect location in the town, and really comfortable.”

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The Courtyard
The property was built in 1780 and was a merchants house before becoming The New Inn. The property has (although now sealed) passages in the cellar linking 39 with numbers 37 and 35 Market Street, which back in 1780 would have been the complete property standing alone, as a lovely red sandstone structure, To the rear of the property and the entrance for our guests is the original courtyard, as you can see in the pictures.
We have now lived in Kirkby Stephen for thirty years, how time flies, and we originally ran the shop as a tearoom together with bric-a-brac and whole foods and promoted wonderful live folk music as the acoustictearoom for 25 0f those years! We now rent the space which has become the shop of antiquity and is great for a browse and a trip down memory lane.... When you arrive in the apartment you will see our love of all things old and quirky, plenty to feast your eyes on along with books to read and games to play on rainy days. Dogs are also very welcome here and with all the marvelous walks on the doorstep, well you wouldn't want to leave them behind would you? There are also many places of interest on our doorstep and with the lake district just an hour away by car this really is a place to explore, ramble, eat, shop or just kick off your shoes and relax....We look forward to welcoming you. Penny & Paul.
Kirkby Stephen is a quiet market town set in the Eden Valley and boost of rolling fells with stone field barns sheep and babbling brooks. This is truly a place to unwind.
Language spoken: English

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Amenities of The Apartment of Antiquity
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
Parking
Free public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not possible).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Internet
WiFi is available in some rooms and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Activities
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Outdoor & View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • City view
  • Mountain view
  • View
Building Characteristics
  • Private apartment in building
  • Semi-detached
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Miscellaneous
  • Adults only
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

From 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

Pets

Free! Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

The apartment is in a nonsmoking house. The owners ask that guests respect the apartment and their need for peace and quiet, as they live above.

Guests need to take the door key with them at all times as the entrance door to the building is locked at 10.30pm and when the property is empty.

If an early or late check-in is required, please request this in advance.

Please inform The Apartment of Antiquity of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.

Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

This property is located in a residential area, and guests are asked to refrain from excessive noise.

It's recommended to bring your own vehicle since this property is not serviced by public transportation.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

FAQs about The Apartment of Antiquity

  • Check-in at The Apartment of Antiquity is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • The Apartment of Antiquity offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Fishing

  • The Apartment of Antiquity can accommodate this group size:

    • 2 guests

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The Apartment of Antiquity has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 1 bedroom

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The Apartment of Antiquity is 350 feet from the center of Kirkby Stephen. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at The Apartment of Antiquity may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.