
Speight Cottage is a detached stone cottage in Sedbergh, Cumbria. This former smithy sits on a working smallholding just one mile west of Sedbergh town centre. The single-storey property sleeps two guests in one king-size bedroom with a shower room.
The cottage stands close to the River Rawthay with views across farmland. Cattle, donkeys and sheep graze in surrounding fields. Farm dogs and chickens roam freely across the grounds. Dent village lies 6. 5 miles south through Dentdale.
Inside you'll find an open-plan lounge, kitchen and diner. The lounge has a Smart TV and wood burner set in a stone surround. The kitchen includes an electric oven and hob, microwave and fridge.
Speight Cottage is a detached stone cottage in Sedbergh, Cumbria. This former smithy sits on a working smallholding just one mile west of Sedbergh town centre. The single-storey property sleeps two guests in one king-size bedroom with a shower room.
The cottage stands close to the River Rawthay with views across farmland. Cattle, donkeys and sheep graze in surrounding fields. Farm dogs and chickens roam freely across the grounds. Dent village lies 6.5 miles south through Dentdale.
Inside you'll find an open-plan lounge, kitchen and diner. The lounge has a Smart TV and wood burner set in a stone surround. The kitchen includes an electric oven and hob, microwave and fridge. A small dining table seats two.
Sedbergh marketplace (1 mile, 4 minutes) dates back to the 13th century. Dent Village Heritage Centre (6.5 miles, 15 minutes) sits on the Settle to Carlisle railway line. Private fishing is available along the river.
This works perfectly for couples wanting a quiet rural retreat. The furnished patio features a hot tub with field views. Speight Cottage offers miles of walks and bike trails from the doorstep.
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Sedbergh, Cumbria15°C
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Updated: 14 Sep 2026, 2:46am
Sky Cottage West Highberries is located in one of England's darkest sky areas, making it exceptional for stargazing from the hot tub.
The Bortle scale measures night sky darkness from 1 (darkest) to 9 (brightest urban):
The Milky Way is visible overhead, though light domes may be visible on the horizon towards larger towns.
The Milky Way is visible on clear, moonless nights.
123m
(404 feet above sea level)
Sky Cottage West Highberries sits in a peaceful Cumbria setting, perfect for a relaxing hot tub getaway.
Latitude: 54.3254000° N | Longitude: 2.49996° W
Today's sun times for Sedbergh (Monday, 14 September 2026):
5:39am
Sunrise
5:31pm
Golden Hour
6:31pm
Sunset
This month in Sedbergh, you have approximately 12.87 hours of daylight. The shortening days create the perfect excuse for earlier hot tub sessions.
Everything you need to know before you arrive at Sky Cottage West Highberries.
Signal Strength
Good
Mobile signal is generally good in this area across most networks.
Discover why our guests keep coming back to Speight Cottage
The enclosed patio has a wonderful hot tub where you can soak while watching cattle, donkeys and sheep in the surrounding fields.
A handsome stone surround frames the wood burner, creating a cosy atmosphere in the open-plan living space on cooler evenings.
The cottage sits close to the River Rawthey banks with private fishing access and tranquil walks along the water.
Friendly farm dogs and chickens roam freely across the smallholding grounds, giving an authentic countryside experience.
Everything is on one level in this beautifully converted former smithy, making it easy to navigate and comfortable throughout.
Surrounded by idyllic farmland with miles of walks and bike trails starting right from the doorstep.
Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat
To reach Speight Cottage by car, take the A683 towards Sedbergh and follow signs for the smallholding one mile west of the town centre. The cottage has parking for one car on the shared driveway.
The nearest railway station is Oxenholme Lake District, approximately 10 miles away. From there, take a taxi to the cottage for a scenic journey through the Yorkshire Dales countryside.
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