This would include a drive down an idyllic country lane to stay in a well kept 17th-century stone house, surrounded by a piece of England’s most beautiful countryside. To wander down typical Yorkshire hill villages with its narrow cobblestone streets, old thatched roof houses and tea shops that will make you think you have stepped into a Dickens or perhaps a Bronte novel!
We have enjoyed many excellent stays in various parts of the world using Airbnb. It wasn’t until we went up to the North of England and booked into a beautiful 17th c farmhouse, did we realise that not all Airbnb’s are equal in standards or service.
In our opinion, we were utterly spoiled, from the warm welcome, a comfortable bed in a large room with the cosiness of an open fire, to the delight of eating a delicious breakfast in a place that overlooked a garden and surrounding fields. Looking out further past those fields, we were told that the house we could see was once occupied by the Bronte sisters. The breakfast was enjoyed at a leisurely pace, which indeed set us up to enjoy a full day’s exploring around a district, that can only be described as one of Englands must do’s.
An unexpected part of our stay was watching our hosts do some maintenance on their beehives. A tasty treat will be in store for those visitors wanting to purchase fresh honey.
High Gale, Kirkby Lonsdale, is a beautiful 17th C stone farmhouse on quiet lane on the doorstep to the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales National Parks . Welcoming home in the perfect location for weekend breaks, walking, cycling, pretty tea shops and renowned restaurants. Well behaved pets welcome.
We invite you to unwind and relax by the log fire. Start the morning with our traditional breakfast and a pot of coffee while planning the day ahead. We look forward to meeting you.
Have I tempted you? If so, then before you head off to book your weekend or a more extended holiday, do go and check out this tranquil countryside B & B – High Gale.
Life at No. 22 
Excellent. I’ll be keeping that up my sleeve – husband is itching to get to the Lake District
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Sonia, I am sure you will both love it. Even in the rain it is still gorgeous. More so away from the more touristy villages. The wide open spaces are brilliant.
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Once again a good read Suz. I feel as if I am there with your vivid descriptions.
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Aww thanks Jan, I have missed your comments. You would have loved many of these places we have seen. I often think of you and Mum when I see a beautiful garden.
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This looks like a wonderful place to stay, Suzanne. I love the Lake District!
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Yes, you have definitely tempted me!! Visiting the Lakes District is on my bucket list. This would be an amazing way to experience it… living like a local!
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Celia, it’s worth the temptation!
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I’ve never been to the Lakes, but it’s somewhere I’ve wanted to go for a while.
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You will love it April. Take your band members with you.
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I used to live just outside Kirkby Lonsdale (I’m not too far away now). It is indeed a very beautiful part of the world and both the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales National Parks are stunning. Of course, I’m biased, so it’s really nice to know that you, with all your well-travelled breadth of experience, feel the same. Glad you had a fantastic stay.
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Thanks we did have a great time. You are fortunate to live in a grand area of the UK. Nearly as grand as NZ 😊
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Your photos are exquisite. Thanks for sharing info on your airbnb – I hope to visit the lakes district one day and I would like to stay with folks that I can interact with. Lyn
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Thanks Lyn, I hope you do get up there to see The Lakes District. It’s an amazing place to explore.
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We’ve stayed in a few Airbnbs, but never one in a stone house! Although most of our stays are for the whole house, I love that you were able to interact with the owners and even watch them tend their bees. Gorgeous!
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Yes, Janis, that was a treat.
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Looks fabulous, and perfectly situated.
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It was Anabel, worth checking out.
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That is a honey of an AirBnB to be sure! Typical Northern hospitality taken to the max and what a fantastic area to be staying in. I’ll look forward, as I ever do, to your journals of this area 😊
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Oysth, this was a stay we did in 2016, the place is still very popular so I thought I would write up about it. We are in Clevedon then the Cotswold, then it might be a while as in 6 months to a year before we grace ourselves on the grounds of good old blighty.
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Ha! More haste, less speed on my part might be good. I am sure Britain will welcome you whenever you may return. Although I am highly unlikely ever to live there again, my parents insistence that we learn our country well means that I am fortunate to know most areas broadly and many in detail. It’s a good rule. 😊
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Your Mum is right and we practice that belief and spent years exploring our own country before heading over here 😊
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I know you did 😊
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I love the Lakes. I have never stayed in an Air B&B though.
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They are an amazing sight aren’t they. There are a few worth staying and can be a cheaper alternative to hotels.
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Sounds lovely. We’ve only had one experience of Airbnb and weren’t very impressed.
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Oh that’s a pity Cathy, as there are many that are great and worth the effort to stay in. I can imagine that some would be awful to stay in, with many that are just overpriced. Over the years we have certainly noticed an increase in charges. With many people trying to cash in without having the skills required to host people or manage a holiday rental. I will be posting more of the ones we have stayed in, preferring now to stay in apartments than someone’s spare bedroom. The one I written about is still receiving wonderful reviews and not overly priced with a very generous host, who even gave us cheese, biscuits and wine on arrival, without extra payment needed.
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I’m sure there are lots of good one, we were just unlucky. I’ve made a note of this one and will watch out for your other recommendations 🙂
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Looks beautiful! Xx
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It was indeed a beautiful place to stay and explore the surrounding areas.
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Looks and sounds absolutely wonderful.
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Hi Miriam, apologies for the delay in replying, the reason is your email went into the trash bin. So annoying when that happens!! It was a wonderful place to stay, and they were very geniune people which makes a big difference!
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That’s okay Suzanne, it happens, annoying as it is. Hope you’ve had a great day.
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Not too bad a day, thanks Miriam. You have a good one too as mine is nearly over 🙂
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Thanks Suzanne. My Friday’s just beginning here and it’s looking good. 🙂
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