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Field Barn is a converted stone barn in Cumbria that sleeps up to six guests. Original oak beams span the vaulted ceilings whilst exposed stone walls frame the open-plan living spaces. The barn sits in rural Cumwhitton near Brampton with views across open farmland and the distant Pennines.

The countryside location puts you in working farmland. Fields stretch in every direction. You can walk straight from the barn into quiet lanes and footpaths that cross the Eden Valley.

Inside you'll find three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The ground floor has an open-plan kitchen and dining area with barn doors opening onto the garden. Upstairs a mezzanine lounge overlooks the main living space.

About Field Barn

Field Barn is a converted stone barn in Cumbria that sleeps up to six guests. Original oak beams span the vaulted ceilings whilst exposed stone walls frame the open-plan living spaces. The barn sits in rural Cumwhitton near Brampton with views across open farmland and the distant Pennines.

The countryside location puts you in working farmland. Fields stretch in every direction. You can walk straight from the barn into quiet lanes and footpaths that cross the Eden Valley.

Inside you'll find three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The ground floor has an open-plan kitchen and dining area with barn doors opening onto the garden. Upstairs a mezzanine lounge overlooks the main living space. The master bedroom has an en-suite shower room.

Hadrian's Wall runs 4 miles north (10 minutes). Carlisle Castle sits 8 miles west (15 minutes). Talkin Tarn Country Park offers walking and watersports 3 miles away (8 minutes). The North Pennines AONB starts 6 miles east (12 minutes).

Field Barn works brilliantly for families wanting countryside space and couples after rural peace. Book this barn for authentic Cumbrian farmland and original stone character.

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What Guests Love

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Exposed Oak Beams

Original oak beams cross the vaulted ceilings throughout the barn creating authentic agricultural character in every room you enter.

Stone Walls

Thick stone walls from the original farm building keep the barn cool in summer and cosy during Cumbrian winter months.

Mezzanine Lounge

The upstairs mezzanine lounge overlooks the main living space and floods with natural light from skylights cut into the barn roof.

Farmland Views

Windows frame views across working farmland to the Pennines beyond with no neighbouring properties blocking the rural outlook.

Open-Plan Living

The ground floor flows from kitchen to dining to living areas with barn doors opening the space onto the private garden.

Rural Location

Field Barn sits in Cumwhitton farmland with footpaths leaving directly from the property into quiet countryside and the Eden Valley.

Getting To Field Barn

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Field Barn by car, take the M6 to Junction 43 and follow the A69 towards Brampton. Turn onto minor roads through Cumwhitton and the barn is signposted from the village centre with off-road parking for two cars.

By Train

For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Brampton, just 3 miles from the barn. From there you'll need a taxi for the short journey to Cumwhitton and your countryside barn conversion.

Off-road parking for two cars
Brampton station (3 miles)
Easily accessible from the M6 Junction 43

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Hadrian's Wall
Distance: 4 miles
CA8 7DD
Carlisle Castle
Distance: 8 miles
CA3 8UR
Talkin Tarn Country Park
Distance: 3 miles
CA8 1HN
North Pennines AONB
Distance: 6 miles
CA9 3DF
Gelt Woods
Distance: 5 miles
CA8 1RL
River Eden Way
Distance: 2 miles
CA9 3LF
Brampton Town Centre
Distance: 3 miles
CA8 1RW
Carlisle City Centre
Distance: 8 miles
CA1 1QS
Tesco Brampton
Distance: 3 miles
CA8 1SX
Brampton Railway Station
Distance: 3 miles
CA8 1AY
Carlisle Bus Station
Distance: 8 miles
CA3 8NX
Lanercost Priory
Distance: 5 miles
CA8 2HQ
Hadrian's Wall
Distance: 4 miles
CA8 7DD
Carlisle Castle
Distance: 8 miles
CA3 8UR
Talkin Tarn Country Park
Distance: 3 miles
CA8 1HN
North Pennines AONB
Distance: 6 miles
CA9 3DF
Gelt Woods
Distance: 5 miles
CA8 1RL
River Eden Way
Distance: 2 miles
CA9 3LF
Brampton Town Centre
Distance: 3 miles
CA8 1RW
Carlisle City Centre
Distance: 8 miles
CA1 1QS
Tesco Brampton
Distance: 3 miles
CA8 1SX
Brampton Railway Station
Distance: 3 miles
CA8 1AY
Carlisle Bus Station
Distance: 8 miles
CA3 8NX
Lanercost Priory
Distance: 5 miles
CA8 2HQ

Is Field Barn Right For Your Group

Discover why this cottage is the one for your party or family reunion...

For Families
Field Barn gives children space to run in the private garden and explore the surrounding Cumbrian farmland. The open-plan layout means parents can watch younger ones whilst the mezzanine lounge creates a separate space for older children. Talkin Tarn Country Park sits 3 miles away with playgrounds and watersports whilst Hadrian's Wall offers educational Roman history just 4 miles north.
Groups Will Love...
The exposed oak beams at Field Barn span the full width of the vaulted ceilings creating the most impressive feature of this stone barn conversion. These original structural timbers from the working farm building remain visible throughout both floors. The beams cross above the open-plan living space and continue into the bedrooms upstairs. Skylights cut into the barn roof illuminate the oak framework during daytime.
Pet Friendly
Field Barn welcomes dogs so your pets can join your Cumbrian countryside break. The rural Cumwhitton location puts you in farmland with footpaths leaving directly from the barn for morning and evening walks. The private garden gives dogs outdoor space whilst the surrounding fields and lanes of the Eden Valley provide miles of walking routes. Remember this is working farmland so keep dogs under control near livestock.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Field Barn

The Howard Arms

Located 2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: CA8 2AA

Greenhead Hotel

Located 8 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: CA8 7HB

The Sands Centre Café

Located 8 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: CA2 5AS

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Field Barn

Is Field Barn pet friendly?
Yes, Field Barn welcomes dogs so your pets can join you in the Cumbrian countryside. The rural location and surrounding farmland give plenty of space for walks straight from the barn.
What original barn features does Field Barn have?
The conversion retains exposed oak beams across vaulted ceilings and original stone walls throughout the building. Barn doors on the ground floor open the living space onto the garden just as they would have done when this was a working farm building.
How many guests does Field Barn sleep?
Field Barn sleeps six guests across three bedrooms with two bathrooms including one en-suite. The bedrooms are spread across both floors of the barn conversion.
What is the kitchen like at Field Barn?
The kitchen forms part of the open-plan ground floor living space with modern appliances fitted into the converted barn. You can cook and eat whilst looking out across the Cumbrian farmland through the original barn openings.
Where exactly is Field Barn located?
Field Barn sits in Cumwhitton which is a small village near Brampton in Cumbria. The barn occupies a rural spot surrounded by working farmland with views towards the Pennines.
What can you do near Field Barn?
Hadrian's Wall lies 4 miles north for Roman history and walking. Talkin Tarn Country Park offers watersports and trails 3 miles away whilst Carlisle provides shops and castle visits 8 miles west.
Is there parking at Field Barn?
Yes, the barn has off-road parking for two cars on the property. The rural location means you'll want a car to explore Cumbria and reach local shops and attractions.
What are the living spaces like inside Field Barn?
The ground floor is open-plan with kitchen, dining and living areas flowing together under vaulted ceilings. Upstairs a mezzanine lounge overlooks the main space and the master bedroom has an en-suite shower room.

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