The Rowley Estates

Kirkbride Hall

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Kirkbride Hall

Sleeps 8

4 Bedrooms

4 Bathrooms

Melmerby, Penrith CA10 1HD

Blissful comfort in a modern Cumbrian classic.

Rates range from £41 per person per night based on full occupancy of the four bedrooms for a 3 night mid-week stay in the 2026 early spring season or £977 total for a midweek short break.

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Overview

Blissful comfort in a modern Cumbrian classic.

Kirkbride Hall, built from recycled dry-stone walls on the estates, looks like it’s been here forever. Curl up on your window-seat overlooking the sundrenched walls of the parish church of St John and daydream. Flip the dining table for a game of snooker and a chance to catch up. Stoke the wood stove with logs from the estate and stretch out on generous sofas and chaise longue for family film nights or to lose yourself in a book. Off kitchen duty? Invite in the caterers; there’s plenty of room. Or make the most of long summer nights and spark up the barbecue for a Cumbrian grill washed down with wine from your generous wicker welcome hamper of local delicacies.

Highlights

Broadband WiFi

Hot tub compatible

Family Friendly

Dogs welcome

Historic cottages

Fishing nearby

Countryside views

Near a Pub

Enclosed private garden

Fireplace / log burner

Kirkbride Hall gated private garden families and dogs friendly holiday home The Rowley Estates

Walled gardens, walks in the woods

Kick off your shoes on the lawn of your own walled garden. Hike the woods and fells with your dog (they’re always welcome here). Fish and paddle the Eden River, build dams and dens – there’s 20 acres of Melmerby Estate’s private grounds for you to explore.

If you’ve booked Kirkbride together with Melmerby Hall, we can unlock the gate to a private pathway down through the walled garden to connect you.

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Access Statement

Kirkbride Hall living room with log burning stove open plan to private garden

Accommodation

Ground Floor

Kirkbride Hall is fitted throughout with solid oak flooring with heating generated from our wood chip boiler heating system powered by woodchip sourced from our family estate.

The main reception room has a bay window nook which is great for relaxing in front of the log burning fire (complimentary logs, kindling and firelighters are provided) and opens out to the sandstone terraces which lead into the private sandstone walled and gated rear and side gardens.

The Dining area is open plan to the kitchen and has an antique oak table with a removable top revealing a pool/billiards table – equipment is provided, of course!

Chefs will delight in the well equipped kitchen which has a Bosch electric hob and electric oven, a stainless steel American fridge freezer, a full size Bosch dishwasher and a massive granite topped cooking island. The utility area has a Bosch washing machine, tumble dryer, microwave, a second stainless steel sink and a ground floor cloakroom.

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Accommodation

First Floor

Accessed via a hand built oak staircase are the four double bedrooms in Kirkbride Hall which accommodate up to 8 guests.

The Master Bedroom has a king size (5ft) antique four poster bed and is ensuite with a natural limestone tiled walk in shower.

The Manor Room is set at the other end of the Hall down three steps to a quiet private ensuite bedroom with a king size (5ft) bed which can be arranged as two single beds upon request. It has a spacious ensuite wc and shower.

The Threlkeld Room has a king size (5ft double bed) and the Pattenson Room has a 5ft king size bed which can be arranged as two single beds upon request. These two bedrooms share the family bathroom which has a cast iron bath and a separate free standing shower. All of the bathrooms have heated chrome towel rails.

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Melmerby Hall bluebell woods private walks for guests at Melmerby Hall Stag Cottage and Kirkbride Hall at The Rowley Estates woodland glen dogs friendly dog welcome holiday cottage

If you can bear to leave…

Stroll into the village for homemade cakes and scones at the Old Village Bakery or potter around the lovely unique gifts and clothing at bijoux Upstairs. Enjoy a local brew at the Shepherd’s Inn. Bask in the Eden Valley’s beauty. Go boating on the Lakes, riding and biking in the Pennine hills or fish for brown trout. They’re all on your doorstep.

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Rates range from £41 per person per night based on full occupancy of the four bedrooms for a 3 night mid-week stay in the 2026 early spring season or £977 total for a midweek short break.

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Reviews

Kirkbride Hall is rated 5 out of 5 based on 86 reviews

Really loved our stay. The property was lovely and dogs loved the large enclosed garden. Would definitely recommend as a great base for exploring Cumbria and the The Lakes.

Mike

11/09/2026

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Fantastic well equipped property in a lovely quiet location.

Adrian

10/08/2026

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Had a brilliant time with the family, and wasn’t expecting the welcome basket with so much included.
The house was incredibly clean, plenty of space for the dogs to run around outside in the enclosed garden.
Will definitely be staying again in the future!

Paul

04/08/2026

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If you’re staying in the Lake District, don’t hesitate to book this place.

The property is absolutely beautiful, with stunning gardens and plenty of privacy. Christine was a fantastic host, very informative, proactive, and communicative throughout our stay. When there was a local power outage, she let us know well...

Scott

05/06/2026

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A magical weekend at Kirkbride Hall, introducing our friends to this special place. The house is wonderful and well equipped, the surrounding area is beautiful, the bakery/deli and the pub provide friendly service and delicious food/drinks. We highly recommend the catering services of Lynn Hilditch who cooked us a very...

Jackie Deplitch

22/05/2026

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Our second stay at Kirkbride Hall. It was brilliant. A relaxing home from home for our family and dog. The living room and bedrooms are so comfortable. Fab bathrooms and well equipped kitchen. The toiletries are lovely and we were so chuffed with the welcome hamper! We will be back...

Katy

06/05/2026

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Frequently asked questions

How many guests does Kirkbride Hall sleep?

Kirkbride Hall sleeps 8 across four ensuite bedrooms, built from recycled dry-stone walls on the estate so it looks like it’s been standing next to the parish church of St John for centuries, even though it’s a more recent build.

Is Kirkbride Hall dog friendly?

Yes, with a private sandstone-walled and gated garden, plus 20 acres of the wider Melmerby Estate’s private grounds to roam, fish and paddle in.

Does Kirkbride Hall have a wood burning stove?

Yes, in the main reception room’s bay window nook, heated with logs from the estate. The whole cottage is warmed by a wood chip boiler running on woodchip sourced from the family estate too.

Can Kirkbride Hall be linked to Melmerby Hall for a bigger group?

Yes, if booked together, we can unlock the private pathway gate through the walled garden connecting the two, so guests can move freely between Kirkbride Hall and Melmerby Hall.

Is there EV charging at Kirkbride Hall?

Yes, the two 7kW solar-powered EV chargers in Melmerby Hall’s rear parking area are also easily accessible for Kirkbride Hall guests.

Enhance your stay

Guest Services

Enhance your getaway with personalized optional guest services. From gourmet catering, spa treatments & massages brought to you onsite by Icon in the Lakes to a rejuvenating rental hot tub from Lake District Hot Tub Hire set up for your arrival, we’ve got you covered.

Explore the breath taking landscapes effortlessly with Arragon’s ebike or cycle hire service and bring the essentials to your door with convenient grocery delivery. Your perfect retreat awaits.

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