Waitby School – Home 4295001 House
- 3 bedrooms
- 7 sleeps
- 7 nights min stay
Waitby School – Home 4295001
- House
- 3 bedrooms
- sleeps 7
- 7 nights min stay
Key Info
- Child Friendly
- Car essential
- No pets allowed
- Private garden
Description from owner
Description
An historic and luxurious holiday cottage set in the Yorkshire Dales National Park amid some of England's most stunning countryside, Waitby School - which is rated as five-star gold by visit Britain - is the perfect getaway for all seasons
Built in 1680, Grade II listed Waitby and Smardale school is now stylish and elegant boutique-style holiday accommodation that sleeps six to seven people in complete comfort.
Standing alone on a breathtaking fell near Kirkby Stephen in the Eden Valley, Waitby School enjoys glorious uninterrupted views of the surrounding countryside. This cottage is perfect for unwinding in complete luxury, set in absolute tranquillity, but close enough to Kirkby Stephen for guests not to feel isolated.
There is a raft of attractions nearby - castles and historic houses, waterfalls and rivers, spectacular fells and beautiful nature reserves, ancient towns steeped in the past, old country pubs and award-winning restaurants, the Settle-Carlisle Railway and, of course, the natural magnificence of the Cumbrian lakes and the Yorkshire Dales.
Many of Waitby School's original features have been retained, but 21st Century luxuries have been incorporated artfully into the building's fabric.
Waitby School now has under-floor heating, a Jacuzzi and luxury hand-made kitchen. These are complemented by quality oak and slate flooring, a wood burning stove and hand crafted Buttermere slate surfaces in the kitchen and bathrooms. A flat screen entertainment and Bose sound system with Sky package, a comprehensive DVD and CD collection - for both adults and children - along with a carefully selected library of books, are all designed to help guests relax and ease away the pressures of modern life.
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Families
- Great for children of all ages
- No pets allowed
Bed & bathroom
- Bedroom 1: King bed
Bedroom 2: King bed
Bedroom 3: 3 Twin beds - 1 Half bath, 2 Attached (ensuites)
Amenities
- Wireless Internet
- Jacuzzi or hot tub
- Mountain Views
- Private garden
- Grill
- Patio
- Balcony or terrace
- Internet access
- Central heating
- Fireplace
- Stove
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron
- TV
- Satellite TV
- DVD player
- Stereo system
- Linen provided
- Towels provided
- Housekeeping Included
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Access
- Parking
- Secure parking
Getting around
Interaction with guest
Policies
- Check in time: 16:00, Check out time: 10:00
- If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
- Payment
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This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
Damage deposit: ($251.05) £200.00 - Smoking
- No smoking at this property
Cancellations
Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.
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Booking confirmed |
100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
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50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.
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No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.
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* The booking fee is stated in the cancellation policy information on the payment page. This fee helps us run our secure platform and enables us to provide 24/7 customer support
About the owner
George B.
- Calendar last updated:
- 25 Apr 2024
- Years listed:
- 14
- Based in:
- United Kingdom
- Overall rating:
Languages spoken: English, French
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Reviews
Excellent
– based on 19 reviews
Excellent
19 reviews
- Excellent
- 17
- Very Good
- 1
- Average
- 1
- Poor
- 0
- Terrible
- 0
“Comfiest, spacious, most relaxing and convenient holiday house”
A secluded private spacious holiday house at the foot of beautiful hills. pub and shops 2 miles away
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“Amazing weekend at the lakes”
Had a fantastic time staying at Waitby School in a gorgeous location with lots of friendly locals in Kirkby Stephen would highly recommend booking a trip here!
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“Great property, great location!”
Great property, very clean upon arrival and beautifully decorated with extremely comfy beds! It’s in the most stunning location with plenty of walks and things to do nearby. The town of Kirkby S… More
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“Lovely house in the most beautiful setting”
Fabulous house surrounded by breathtaking views just outside of Kirkby Stephen. A lovely place to get together with friends or family. The town has pubs and cafes if needed and some great shops inclu… More
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“Just lovely”
Simply put: this is a lovely house in a lovely location. If you're looking to get really away from it all and live in comfort, you'll love it here. Warning: there are no shops and pubs on th… More
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“Nice location but property somewhat tired and could have been cleaner.”
A lovely place to stay in the most gorgeous setting. Sadly let down by cleanliness issues (cobwebs in multiple locations and the most obnoxious smell coming from the fridge every time the door was ope… More
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“Simply Stunning”
I have just returned from 3 nights at Waitby School. The old school has been refurbished beautifully and sympathetically. It is extremely well presented, combining modern day luxury whilst maintaining… More
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“Amazing”
Had a long weekend at the amazing Waitby School Cottage. Top quality in interior. Location was superb. Sat outside in a morning having a coffee to the sounds of birds and sheep..utter bliss. If you wa… More
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“Lovely place but very disappointed as to how the situation was handled”
I booked this cottage for myself, two daughters and granddaughter. Was booked from 25th May- 1st June. We were not able to travel through illness until the 27th May but I telephoned the Owner and exp… More
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“Magical place- but wont suit every family”
Waitby Cottage is exceptional in many ways. It has been beautifully renovated- very sensitive to history, both locality and the building itself. It is set in lovely private grounds with great views. T… More
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Response from the owner Thanks so much for the comprehensive review highlighting the positives of Waitby and those aspects that didn`t quite work for your family, your feedback is really apricated as we constantly try to make the house as amazing as we can within the constraints of a listed building. I am so sorry that the central heating played up during your stay, alas a control value had intermittent failure making it exceptionally difficult to diagnose however after major surgery there is now ample hot water for showers, Jacuzzi's and central heating (sorry I know that's not much use to you now!). I have asked our house keeping team to rectify the other issues highlighted. We would encourage booking direct with us through our official website as they will always be the best prices, alas we can not control the pricing of affiliate websites. Please do not hesitate to contact me directly through our website email if you would like to discuss any of the issues in further detail. I hope we can welcome you back to Waitby again (the club music will be waiting for you....)
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FAQs
- How do I find more info about the property?
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You can get in touch with George (the owner) through the contact form on this page.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.
- What if I have questions before I book?
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Send George (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
- How do I contact George (the owner)?
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Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view George the owner's contact details or send them a message.
- What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online and send George (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then
Or send George (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.
- What is a booking request?
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When you pay online through the Ready to book? form, a booking request is sent to George (the owner). You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- How do I know my booking is safe?
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To book this property you need to pay through the Flipkey website. Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection. This means that in the unlikely event that you’re prevented or denied access to the property when you check in, we’ll offer a full refund for the stay.
- How do I know what it will cost for my stay?
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Simply enter your dates in the Ready to book? form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.You can also request a quote from George (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.
- How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?
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You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.
- How do I pay for my vacation?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. George (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.
If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- Why can't I call George (the owner) before booking?
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You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.
If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.
- How do damage deposits work?
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In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.
Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.
- How can I view and manage my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.
- How do I pay the balance of my booking?
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You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.
We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.
- How can I withdraw my booking request?
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You’ll need to contact George (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.
- How do I cancel my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.
- How do I make changes to my booking?
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You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send George (the owner) a message.
If George (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.
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