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Thorphinsty Barn

Cartmel Fell, Lake District
Visit England Gold Award
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Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 3
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 5
4 star
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Fishing on site / nearby
Luxury
Family friendly
Quirky
Rustic
Parking on site / nearby
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
Cot available
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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Property code: LCC64

Lying in the lea of Cartmel Fell, looking out to the great limestone scar of Whitbarrow, this spectacular property promises an unforgettable escape to guests. Sleeping eight over four stunning bedrooms, this characterful property is an opportunity to relax and unwind in truly luxurious surroundings. Vaulted ceilings, superb polished floors and sympathetic decor make this holiday home a special one. Plus, there are beautiful walking trails on the doorstep that lead you to tranquil settings, although there are 9 acres of grounds to explore with herbaceous borders and formal lawns first.

 

The property, which is one of three properties that used to make up a grand country house, is even more breathtaking in real life. The ground floor opens up into an impressive vaulted space. Step back in time in the kitchen area that has a farmhouse feel with wooden beams, tasteful furnishings and country-style decor throughout. The comfortable sofas and soft lighting in the lounge area make it perfect to retire to after a hearty meal, but French doors also flood lots of light in during the day. The snug and garden room have peaceful decor and stunning views so you can find a spot to hide away in no matter how many guests there are.

 

Head out straight from the property to Simpson Ground Tarn (1.5 miles) which is perfect for an easy waterside stroll. The foot of Lake Windermere is just 7 miles away and you’ll find Fell Foot Park there which is ideal for family picnics, and there’s even an educational tree trail to follow. The World of Beatrix Potter (9 miles) will delight fans both young and old, while more adventurous guests will love the treetop challenge at Go Ape Grizedale (14 miles). And if you don’t fancy heights, take walks around the surrounding trails.

 

  • 4 bedrooms – 1 king-size, 1 bunk bedroom and 1 super-king-size zip-and-link (which can be made up twins by prior request) and 1 king-size on the upper floor accessed via winding stone steps
  • 1 shower room with WC, 1 en-suite bathroom with separate shower, bath and WC and 1 bathroom with separate shower, bath and WC
  • Lacanche Range double oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, Nespresso coffee machine, washing machine and tumble dryer
  • Smart TV in snug area and 3 bedrooms
  • Bluetooth Bose speaker in kitchen
  • JVC Sound bar in main hall
  • 2 travel cots and one highchair available
  • 2 wood burners (first basket of logs included)
  • Large garden with furniture, BBQ, firepit and shepherd’s hut
  • Underfloor heating available in main hall
  • Open ponds are surrounding the shepherds hut - please be mindful of small children
  • Parking for 4 cars
  • Pub 1.5 miles
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 5 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £350 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £40. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Rebecca Kenyon

This property is personally managed by Rebecca.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 25 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Clancy 18th April 2025

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This cottage was a 5 star stay in our eyes. A beautiful setting with everything you could want for a family get together. There was plenty of space for 3 generations to share. The snug was a great space in the evening for family games and the kitchen was well equipped for making a family feast. Great walks in the beautiful woodland from the front dRead moreoor with regular glimpses of wild deer, and spectacular uninterrupted views from the back garden. Hide

Reviewed by David 15th March 2025

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An excellent barn conversion in a wonderful location. We all enjoyed the relaxing opportunity and the weather was fabulous. We will be back.

Reviewed by Andrew 14th February 2025

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Reviewed by Mark 7th February 2025

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An excellent accommodation that caters for multi generation or friends gathering.The social space is great and very comfortable, We especially loved the garden room as it connected you with the beautiful surroundings and wildlife. The wake directly from the door with our dogs mage this so way to exercise them. The kitchen has great equipment, lovedRead more the additional bottle cooler. Bedrooms were lovely and comfortable, great location and standard , we will be returning for sure. Hide

Reviewed by Nigel 17th January 2025

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The barn was excellent, it provided every amenity you could think of and was perfect for our weekend family celebration. Located in a quiet area only a short drive from Windermere, it was perfect for our family and furry, four legged family. The log fires, the snug, the brilliantly equipped kitchen, the comfy beds and the very fast broadband. Home Read morefrom home. Highly recommended and would be a pleasure to visit again in the future. Hide

Reviewed by Andy 3rd January 2025

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This is a first class property in a lovely part of the lakes. Plenty of indoor and outdoor space, warm and cosy for our winter stay. Everything in the kitchen to cook at home. We never got the benefit of the shepherds hut as the weather was snowy. Not too far from the main lakes either.

Reviewed by Frances 27th December 2024

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Simply stunning with all that is needed to unwind-soak up the outdoors-relax in complete comfort-just perfect. The owner Sarah & the gardener David were extremely kind & made our stay even better

Reviewed by Zoe 13th December 2024

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Reviewed by Nicola 18th October 2024

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Fantastic layout and lovely peaceful location with an excellent garden. Ample parking for cars. There are numerous great walks straight from the door. We booked this for a family members 50th birthday and it was perfect for a multi generational get together. The dogs loved it too!

Reviewed by Pauline 20th September 2024

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The accommodation was comfortable and spacious, it was ideal space for our family get together. The Barn is a hidden gem tucked away in the hills accessed by very narrow roads but well worth the travel.

Reviewed by Emma 13th September 2024

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Beautiful and very comfortable property, which is ideal for a group of families (with children and dogs in tow!). Really great equipment and facilities for cooking - we made lovely meals and enjoyed them round the huge table with a roaring fire. The bedrooms are comfortable and each has a lovely bathroom. There are lots of areas to gather as a grouRead morep, and even a day we spent inside due to rain, we didnt feel on top of each other or bored! Hide

Reviewed by Andrew 6th September 2024

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Beautiful accommodation and location-would definitely stay there again.

Reviewed by Gary 14th June 2024

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Reviewed by Sharon 31st May 2024

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Our third visit to Thorphinsty Barn and once again had the most amazing memorable time. The barn is immaculate and the views breathtaking and so peaceful. Highly recommend, simply the best place to spend a relaxing time in this beautiful part of the world.

Reviewed by Clara 17th May 2024

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Location is stunning as is the barn and it was our second visit with the 3rd already booked for next year as we love it there. Its beautiful it really is. Neighbours are very friendly and the location is perfect for running and walking.

Reviewed by Paul 10th May 2024

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This is our second time visiting the property and we and our dogs love it here. For us perfect location

Reviewed by Jane 15th March 2024

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We booked this for a family celebration. We were delighted with the facilities and layout. The pictures dont do the place justice. The garden was a surprise bonus at being so large and being able to for a walk from the back door was a bonus. Our dogs loved it!

Reviewed by Sharon 9th February 2024

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Stunning, well equipped. Very generous amount of logs provided. Despite it being mid Feb even misty drizzling moments were enjoyed from the garden room or with hoods up on walks. Got some great photos. Sarah very helpful and approachable. Enjoyed a steam train trip combined with boat journey on Windermere. Loads to entertain a 13 year old who was pRead moreleased to see the tadpoles in waiting at the pond after finding victims of the resident heron nearby. Hope to make it back here one day, thank you. Hide

Reviewed by Stephen 22nd December 2023

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The photos do not do it justice. Very welcoming scene when we walked in. The main area was very inviting and well laid out and spacious. The bedrooms were comfortable and the showers excellent. The kitchen was well equipped and there was several fires with Wood provided we really enjoyed our time at the barn

Reviewed by Stuart 10th November 2023

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The barn is superb. Amazing renovation, great layout and really well appointed. We loved it and hopefully will be back!

Reviewed by John 15th September 2023

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A lovely property which is great for groups especially those with dogs.

Reviewed by Steven 8th September 2023

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Stunning barn, great space to switch off and spend time with friends. Amazing views, peaceful location. Lots of great walks nearby.

Reviewed by Stuart 16th June 2023

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Great property would stay there again

Reviewed by Sharon 2nd June 2023

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Our 2nd visit to Thorphinsty Barn .. we adore the property , the location and simply the views are amazing. Such a tranquil setting where all you can hear is the peaceful sound of sheep grazing and the local cuckoo! Stunning walks on the doorstep and fabulous food in local pubs. Weve booked for next year again ! Simply the best place weve ever stayRead moreed in ! Hide

Reviewed by Rob 19th May 2023

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Fabulous property in a wonderful location. We will be back !! Rob

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