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For me, Cartmel is one of Cumbrias finest and unique villages. Set on the Cartmel Peninsular, surrounded by rolling hills that tumble down to the coast, it is picture perfect. With ancient buildings, an impressive medieval priory, a towering arch and a sweet, clear river, all is centred on a sunny square to gather and sit, or wine and dine in one of the many inns or fine restaurants.

There are good local walks, notable Hampsfell and Eggerslack wood, a limestone fell, where the summit gives panoramic views of the Morecambe Bay and the Lake District Mountains.

The foot of Windermere lies about eight miles north of the village. Here you can hire boats at Fell Foot, or take lake cruises from Lakeside.

As well as exploring southern lakes, one of my favorite walks is to drive to Arnside, where you can begin a wonderful flat walk, hugging the edge of the bay, with miles of shimmering sand reaching out before you.

Back to the village, where among a maze of streets lined by lime-washed architecture, you have the village square entered by a bridge on one side and under a monastic arch on the other. There are two grocers and four decent pubs. For something a little special you can try Simon Rogan's Michelin awarded Enclume, one of Cumbrias finest restaurants or, set by the river, his other venue, Rogan's wine bar - very relaxed and with excellent cuisine.

Wharton Barn

Wharton Barn lies off the village square, tucked away in the courtyard shared by Wharton Cottage and Wharton House.

Conversion of this former stable block has been bold and inventive, achieving a superb, comfortable contemporary interior, combining to offer the perfect romantic retreat.

From the courtyard door a stairway leads up into a spacious open-plan sitting, dining and kitchen area. Well chosen furniture sits on a timbered floor, under a canopy of oak beams, and a large dormer window gives a gentle modelled light.The little kitchen is tucked away and well equipped to self cater.

The bedroom is prettily furnished, with en-suite bathroom, gleaming with bath, separate shower, hand basin and WC.

Outside the cobbled courtyard, with hanging baskets, is very pleasant to sit on a warm summers evening. With inns and excellent restaurants on you doorstep, along with first class accommodation, this is the perfect home for couples to explore the lakes, wine, dine and relax in comfort.

Wharton Barn Inventory

• 1 Double bedroom
  
• Cot - Highchair - Stairgate on request
  
• Duvet - Full linen & towels
  
• 1 En-suite bathroom with separate shower cubicle
  
• Gas central heating
  
• Electric cooker
  
• Microwave
  
• Refrigerator - Freezer
  
• Washing machine
  
• Iron & ironing board
  
• Coffee cafetiere
  
• 2 colour TVs
  
• Video & DVD
  
• Portable CD - tape - radio
  
• Pay telephone
  
• Electricity - gas inclusive
  
• Patio Furniture
  
• No pets
  
• Garage Parking 1 car
  

Nearest Amenities

Cartmel For
Village Store
Spar
4 pubs
Enclume Restaurant
Rogan's Wine Bar

Grange over Sands - 1 mile over the fell for Higginson's Butcher, The Veg Shack, local baker and much more

Local Areas Of Interest

Cartmel
Cartmel Peninsular - The Morecambe Bay
Grange Over Sands
Newby Bridge To Bouth

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