• Welcome to Dufton Barn Holidays

    2 Gold award dog friendly self-catering cottages in Cumbria

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    Main room from the stairs

  • Romantic Shepherds View

    Stylish 5 star luxury hideaway for 2 with jacuzzi bath and log burner

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    Romantic breaks

  • Pennine Potting Shed

    Cosy walkers B&B accommodation sleeping up to 3

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    Space to relax

  • Stunning views of the Pennines

    Relaxing dog friendly breaks on the edge of the Lake District

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    View of Dufton Pike
  • Cumbria Tourism Award 2022
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Dog Friendly Self Catering and Bed and Breakfast accommodation on the edge of the Lake District

Dufton Barn Holidays offers 2 superbly appointed and totally different accommodation options for those visiting Cumbria and the Eden Valley. Dufton is situated beneath the stunning Pennine range AONB and is in the heart of Cumbria – a short drive from Ullswater in the Lake District, and also the North Yorkshire Dales.

Shepherds View delivers the ultimate romantic break for two, and is the perfect choice for your next luxurious 5 star getaway, and your four legged friend is welcome too!

For those wanting bed and breakfast the Potting Shed offers quirky overnight accommodation with plenty of extras, whether you are walking the Pennine Way or just exploring the area. As above, one well behaved dog welcome.

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Pennine Potting Shed - garden

Bed and Breakfast

Quirky accommodation
Sleeps up to 3 with ensuite shower and cooking facilities

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Romantic breaks

Self Catering

The ultimate romantic retreat for 2 for quality time to pamper yourself and relax

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High Cup

Eden Valley

Dog friendly accommodation surrounded by natural beauty in this peaceful part of Cumbria.

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Welcome to Dufton Barn Holidays

As you arrive into the beautiful village of Dufton in the Eden Valley you immediately start to sense the benefit of a rural idyll in your own garden of Eden.  All around you is peaceful countryside and gentle rolling hills, away from the daily hum drum of life and the bustle of the Lake District.

Dufton Barn Holidays ticks all the boxes, as we are perfectly positioned between the Lake District and the North Yorkshire Moors, for a complete pamper break for two in luxurious Shepherds View.  You can even leave your car parked up for the whole of your stay, as there are numerous walks suiting all abilities direct from the property, together with easy to follow walking guides.

We have provided everything you need to recharge your batteries, leaving you to decide how active you want to be, whether walking or cycling in the beautiful Eden Valley or just simply relaxing in the gorgeous jacuzzi bath!

Shepherds ViewPrivate & quiet location
Shepherds View
Shepherds View
Welcome to the barn
Welcome to the barn
Entrance to SV
Entrance to SV
Cosy Log burner
Cosy Log burner
Main room from the stairs
Main room from the stairs
View towards Cross Fell
View towards Cross Fell
Main living space
Main living space
Warm & Cosy
Warm & Cosy
Romantic touches
Romantic touches
Luxury Jacuzzi bath
Luxury Jacuzzi bath
Set your mood
Set your mood
Luxury touches
Luxury touches
Bath House products
Bath House products
Fully fitted kitchen
Fully fitted kitchen
Secluded garden
Secluded garden
View of Dufton Pike
View of Dufton Pike
Cross Fell
Cross Fell
Spring Lambs
Spring Lambs
Dufton village
Dufton village
Dufton Fountain
Dufton Fountain
Dufton Red
Dufton Red
Dufton Ghyll Bluebells
Dufton Ghyll Bluebells
Dufton Ghyll peace and quiet
Dufton Ghyll peace and quiet
Quiet cycling lanes
Quiet cycling lanes
5 Gates Walk
5 Gates Walk
Shepherds View from Dufton Pike
Shepherds View from Dufton Pike
Ullswater Steamers
Ullswater Steamers
Fellside village of Dufton
Fellside village of Dufton
Dufton Fountain
Dufton Fountain
Meadows around Dufton
Meadows around Dufton
Flakebridge Woods in May
Flakebridge Woods in May
Resting on High Cup
Resting on High Cup
Dufton Pike from the village
Dufton Pike from the village
Red Sky at Night, Shepherds Delight
Red Sky at Night, Shepherds Delight
High Cup in the Snow
High Cup in the Snow
Flower meadows
Flower meadows
Shepherds View at Night
Shepherds View at Night
Dufton Pike from the wall walk
Dufton Pike from the wall walk
Dufton Church
Dufton Church

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Read the Latest Shepherds View Guest Comments

“We had a wonderful and relaxing time.  Thanks to Simon and Carole everything we required was thought of.  Lots of lovely touches including the welcome pack.  All in all we’ve had an amazing stay, enjoyed the wonderful views, and watching the sheep.  Thank you.”

“We have a new favourite place!  This was our first stay here but it certainly won’t be our last.  The set-up and setting are wonderful but it’s all the little personal touches that make it exquisite!  Thank you for everything Simon and Carole, we look forward to seeing you again.”

“Wow, what a wonderful cottage, we had a lovely time staying here as our mini-honeymoon.  Simon and Carole have been fantastic hosts and we really enjoyed the welcome pack, the jacuzzi and everything else that Simon and Carole made available – you really have everything you need here!”

“Our 3rd viist to the barn, and every bit as special and wonderful as the first.  It’s the perfect retreat to unwind, and a great base for exploring the local area and beyond.  Everything is thoughtfully considered for a luxurious stay.  We loved returning here each day.  Thanks Simon and Carole for maintaining such high standards at the barn!”

“What a wonderful place to unwind.  We loved returning from our daily exploring.  Thank you for the welcome basket and for thinking of everything in this well appointed luxury property.  All well thought out and lovely with special features like the view, jacuzzi and car charging.  We love this location and this lovely place – we will tell friends and hope to return.  Our pup enjoyed his first trip away – especially the large doggy bed!”

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Shepherds View/Sleeps 2/5🌟Gold
Pennine Potting Shed/Sleeps 3/Glamping Gold
Both take 1 dog/Cumbria

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As the walking season draws to an end a reminder that bookings for 2027 are already starting to come in, so if you are looking for specific dates for your National Trail adventure then availability is good now. Breakfast and packed lunch included in the price.

Dufton is on the Pennine Way, Pennine Journey, Teesdale Way, Ravenber Way, North West Way. Why not book an extra night as Dufton is the perfect place for a rest day, with both the Stag Inn and the Post Box Pantry a 2 minute walk away.

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Dufton Show - in the end the weather was kind and a perfect day. Plus Nell dreaming of what she might have been as she watched Katy Cropper! ... See MoreSee Less

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Perfect walk along the Ullswater Way with stunning views on land and water. Ullswater Steamers from Glenridding to Howtown. Then a gentle meander back the 7 miles along the lakeside. Fabulous!

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