The Stable

To the west of Hawes where the high fells are split with gulleys, ravines and smaller valleys the emerging River Ure runs its rocky course confined in a narrow glaciated plane of rich meadows. Here, nearly 2 miles from Hawes, close to the villages of Hardraw and Appersett is Pry House Farm and its adjacent barn conversion of The Sheepfold and The Stable which were completed in 2005. The farm and cottages sit snugly at the lower reaches of Great Shunner Fell facing south over the valley amid meadows with pastures gently rising behind towards the dramatic landscape above. The semi-detached cottage has architectural and traditional features such as flagstone floors, polished beamed ceilings and pine panel doors. There is a walled garden at the front to enjoy the wonderful views across the dale.

Entry is to a small hallway, acting as a cloakroom, which leads to an open plan lounge with a fully fitted kitchen to one side, a dining area to the other and French windows leading out to the rear flagstone patio garden. Off the lounge is a utility room with washbasin and toilet. A pine staircase rises from the lounge to a double bedroom, a single bedroom and a bathroom with bath, separate shower cubicle, washbasin and toilet. The stairway and upstairs rooms are vaulted into the roof to expose purlins and rafters which add character and space to the rooms.

A tranquil place to stay but close enough to Hawes for life’s little essentials. The farm is still operational and you can enjoy free range eggs if you desire. The innovative conversion and high quality workmanship allow traditional character to shine through yet give a warm and homely feel to this excellent property.