Guests say
The Barn in Penrith receives glowing feedback for its cosy atmosphere, excellent location for exploring the Lake District, and well-equipped, comfortable interiors. Guests appreciate the peaceful setting, friendly and helpful owners, and thoughtful touches such as festive decorations and welcome gifts. The property is praised for its cleanliness and modern comforts, with only minor suggestions for improvement. Overall, visitors highly recommend The Barn for a relaxing and memorable stay.
Most guests found the property very clean, cosy, and well maintained, with only a couple of minor remarks about marks on walls and in the shower. The overall impression is of a high standard of cleanliness.
The location is consistently praised as excellent, offering easy access to walking routes, cycling, and the Lake District's attractions. The peaceful village setting and proximity to local amenities are highlighted as major positives.
Guests frequently mention the cottage's comfort, describing it as cosy, warm, and well-appointed, with spacious interiors and a comfortable bed. The relaxing atmosphere is a recurring theme.
The Barn is described as well equipped, with modern facilities, a great shower, and useful amenities such as an EV charger. Only minor issues, such as confusing rubbish instructions, are noted.
Several guests appreciated thoughtful touches like festive decorations and a welcome bottle of wine, though it is politely noted that such gifts are not guaranteed. The owners are described as friendly and helpful.
About this property
A converted sandstone barn with attractive and stylish decor just seven miles from Ullswater, the second largest lake in the Lake District..
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: TV, DVD Player, CD Player, Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer
First Floor:
Bedroom: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, TV
Bathroom: Roll Top Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Wood pellet underfloor central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included.. Electric car charging point, at cost. Private parking for 1 car.. Converted from a former listed sandstone barn, this charming property has been renovated to a high standard using oak fittings and retaining a feature stone wall and large barn doors which provide a light, bright living space. The décor is attractive and stylish and the wood burner creates that cosy ambiance making a romantic holiday home. Situated in the heart of Greystoke, a popular and pretty small village in the Eden Valley, The Barn stands in a courtyard within the grounds and adjoining the owners’ listed house. There are delightful village walks and cyclists will enjoy winding through the attractive villages and wild flower-laden country lanes. Ullswater, known as the most romantic lake, and the Keswick area with its spectacular high fells, are both within a 20-minute drive. In addition, the property is within easy reach of the Pennines, Hadrian’s Wall and the Border country, and the Yorkshire Dales and Northumberland National Parks. There are also a number of historic properties in the area, including Hutton in the Forest (4 miles), Lowther Castle (10 miles) and Dalmain House (11 miles). This location is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts and those wishing to unwind in a beautiful, relaxing and peaceful setting. The village has an outdoor swimming pool, which is open from late May until early September. Shop and pub 60 yards.
Free WiFi
A 7KW EV charging point is available for guests to use to charge their EVs. Guests will be charged at the properties based on usage at 40p per KW hour (based on current electricity costs, but this is subject to change). The charging points are untethered (customers need to bring their own cable to connect) with Type 2 sockets.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Nearby points of interest
- Brougham Castle
- Derwent Pencil Museum
Reviews (18)
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Fiona Jane Hamilton
We are very glad we found The Barn listed in cottages.com. It's a beautifully laid out barn conversion. It was easy to find via our sat nav, but even without one it would've been fine. The interior of The Barn is tastefully decorated, and the proportions well designed. The open plan living/kitchen/dining area suits the size of the cottage. The staircase to the upstairs is very grand and leads to a huge bathroom and nice sized bedroom with a king-size bed. The village of Greystoke is a great jumping off point to visit lots of fab' places in the Lakes'. We managed to get down to Windermere & up to Hadrian's wall. We would recommend a visit to Greystoke Castle but be prepared as it's not like any other stately home you've ever seen. It's a 5 minute walk away. The local pub, The Boot and Shoe, does very nice food but book in advance as it gets very busy. Although the complementary bottle of wine was a nice gesture, we don't drink. So a packet of locally sourced biscuits or some scones would've been a better fit for us! (Not everyone drinks). We also feel that the place wasn't quite as clean as it could've been,a few black marks on the walls and marks in the shower( there wasn't enough toilet paper either.) We also found the instructions for the rubbish distribution a little confusing too! That's why not five stars.It's quite safe to say that we have fallen in love with The Lake District and have already decided to return next year!We would highly recommend The Barn for a relaxing stay.
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Josef Hartmann
We spend a lovely week in the Barn, traveling to all interesting places in the Lake District, coming home to a quite & cosy place. It is as nice and profound as the pictures promise! A definite recommendation.
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Confirmed Guest
A lovely cottage in a lovely village. Excellently appointed and the owners were incredibly helpful.