About this property
A gorgeous barn conversion for eight, set in the southern Lakes, with spectacular upstairs living to capture the views, and splendid gardens from which to soak up the scenery.
Head to this truly unique holiday home in the south of the Lake District. Up to eight guests and two dogs are welcome to stay at the impressive four bedroom property in Finsthwaite, 10 miles from the market town of Ulverston and seaside resort of Grange over Sands. Venture directly from the door to join the scenic West Windermere Way, one of the longest routes of miles without stiles. As you walk past the church and village hall, you are instantly on the 0.5 mile path to Lakeside via Great Knott Wood. From Lakeside, you can take a scenic cruise on Lake Windermere to sail to Ambleside and Bowness. The Aquarium of the Lakes is also located here, or you can board The Lakeside & Haverthwaite Steam Railway. Alternatively continue along the West Windermere Way on foot or by bike, following the steam railway to watch from above as the trains pass under the bridge down to Newby Bridge. On sunny days you can sit by the River Leven to enjoy a drink or spot of lunch. Leaving the property through the quaint village, continue along the West Windermere route to the picturesque tarn of High Dam and nearby Stott Park Bobbin Mill, the only working bobbin mill left in the Lake District. If you re already thinking you will need to stay longer, Fell Foot National Trust is 3 miles away, Lakeland Motor Museum is 3.5 miles, or head north to Hawkshead and Sawrey to visit William Wordsworth's grammar school, the home of Beatrix Potter at Hill Top, or Claife Viewing Station. If you still want more to explore, climb Gummer s Howe for a panoramic view of the lake and mountains, Wray Castle is only 10 miles away, or you can relax with a spot of fishing at Esthwaite Water Trout Fishery. Step into this bright, three storey barn and find yourselves in a broad reception hall, where you can leave your boots and jackets in a cloakroom and find a separate WC. Wander on to discover the airy kitchen/diner, with its AEG double electric oven and separate electric hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, and dishwasher. Prepare hearty meals then gather around the table to enjoy them together. Find an extra TV in here too. Make your way up to the first floor to relax in the lounge and bask in front of the open fire. Settle down together to watch the large TV, with Freesat, or a film on the DVD player. Perhaps listen to your favourite tunes via the Bluetooth Bose speaker after dinner. Members of your family might also like to spill into the sun filled conservatory to take in the sweeping vistas or challenge each other to a board game. Find one of your bedrooms, which has a king size bed and en suite shower room with WC, is also at this level. Climb the stairs to the top floor to discover another king size room, plus two twins with hand basins, all with low sloping ceilings. The family bathroom, with bath, shower and a separate WC, is also up here. Enjoy the many levels and different outside spaces within the gorgeous grounds. Dine on either of the patios, light the BBQ and find the delightful secret garden. The attached garage is arranged as a games room, with table tennis and a dart board, and also has space for bicycles. A handy tumble dryer is also kept in here. The barn comes with parking for two cars. Need to know: Towels not provided, so please ensure that you bring your own. 4 bedrooms 2 king size and 2 twins. 2 bathrooms 1 en suite shower room with WC, 1 bathroom with bath, shower and separate WC, 1 additional WC in cloakroom. AEG double electric oven and separate electric hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, and dishwasher. Tumble dryer in garage. Open fire. 2 TVs, one with Freesat, DVD and Bose Bluetooth speaker. Wi Fi included. Enclosed garden and 2 patio areas with outdoor seating and BBQ. Parking for 2 cars on the driveway in front of the garage. Dogs must be supervised outside due to livestock in the surrounding fields. Secure storage for bikes in garage. Games room. Pub and shop within 2.5 miles. Please note there are some sloping ceilings, internal and external steps, plus uneven surfaces in the garden. Please supervise dogs and children outside as the fences are not secure and there is livestock in the fields. BBQs only no fires in the garden or candles in the house please. High chair and travel cot provided (please bring bedding/mattress). Stair gate.
Accommodation
Enclosed garden / patio, Open fire / wood burner, Games / Play facilities, Parking on site / nearby, Decorated for Christmas, Cottage, Yes, Yes