Owl Barn

About this property

Windermere 1 mile. This delightful, detached, stone-built barn conversion cottage is part of a group of four dwellings in the hamlet of Heaning, superbly located just a seven minute drive to the shores of Lake Windermere. Set one mile away from the bustling town of Windermere itself, this fabulous cottage is the perfect base for friends and families to gather and explore the Lake District. This Windermere cottage offers three wonderful bedrooms, with the master king-size double room featuring a four poster bed, its own en-suite shower room, and views spanning the surrounding rolling countryside. On the lower ground floor of this Windermere cottage, there are a twin bedroom and a double bedroom, and a superb family bathroom where you can unwind with a relaxing soak in the tub after a day of exploring. This Windermere cottage houses a well-equipped kitchen and a cosy sitting room. Curl up by the fire on cool winter nights and plan tomorrow’s escapades over delicious, home-cooked meals around the dining table. Outside this charming Windermere cottage is a shared front garden and a private seating area. Sit outside and soak up the summer sunshine, basking in the peace and tranquillity of your beautiful surroundings. Being superbly located within the Lake District National Park, the charming South Lakeland villages of Troutbeck, Ambleside and Grasmere are all within a 20 minute drive of this Windermere cottage. Why not pack a picnic and walk up Orrest Head for breathtaking views across Lake Windermere and the surrounding fells? Or, for a different approach to exploring this captivating area, cruise up the lake on a Windermere Steamer. The vibrant lakeshore town of Bowness-on-Windermere has a host of colourful shops and cafés, with a varied selection of restaurants to sample. Younger guests will love the World of Beatrix Potter where they can meet Peter Rabbit and his friends, or at Brockhole, the Lake District Visitor Centre, unleash your wild side and swing through the tree top adventure course. There are plenty of rewarding cycling trails available for cyclists of all abilities, leading up to the Kentmere Valley, a great way to take in this mesmerising landscape and stay active! This superb Windermere cottage makes an ideal base for exploring this beautiful part of the Lake District, at any time of the year.

Set within splendid scenery in the Lake District National Park, the twin towns of Bowness and Windermere are vibrant, bustling settlements, popular with both first-timers and visitors returning to the Lakes. They offer a range of amenities to suit all tastes, including a selection of shops, pubs and restaurants. Boat rides can be taken between Bowness and the popular village of Ambleside, while nearby are Beatrix Potter's 'Hill Top Farm' and the Lakeside Aquarium. Good walking, mountain biking and the 'Go Ape' high-wire adventure can be found in nearby Grizedale Forest. The region also boasts many National Trust properties as well as a variety of water sports for those who prefer a more adrenaline-fuelled trip. Children can enjoy the 'World of Beatrix Potter'; in Bowness, where the latest technology brings the author's famous characters to life.

Accommodation

Over three floors.

Three bedrooms: 1 x four poster king-size double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x lower ground floor double, 1 x lower ground floor twins.

Lower ground floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.

Kitchen.

Shared external utility.

Sitting room with electric fire and dining area.
Electric central heating with electric fire.

Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine and tumble dryer in shared utility, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Travel cot and highchair.

Off road parking for 2 cars.

Front shared lawned garden with private seating area with furniture.

Sorry, no pets and no smoking.

Shop and pub 1.5 miles.

Note: Due to rural location, WiFi can be intermittent.

Note: There is a minimum 3 night stay, bookings must start on a Friday or a Monday