
The Old Barn is a traditional stone barn conversion in Ambleside, Cumbria, set in the heart of the Lake District. Original features include exposed stone walls and solid beams throughout. The conversion retains its agricultural character whilst offering modern comfort.
The barn sits in a rural location with stunning fell views across open countryside. You're surrounded by classic Lakeland scenery with woodland walks starting from the door. The setting is peaceful yet accessible to Ambleside town centre.
Inside you'll find two bedrooms sleeping four guests with one bathroom. The open-plan living area features the original barn structure with high ceilings and stone walls.
The Old Barn is a traditional stone barn conversion in Ambleside, Cumbria, set in the heart of the Lake District. Original features include exposed stone walls and solid beams throughout. The conversion retains its agricultural character whilst offering modern comfort.
The barn sits in a rural location with stunning fell views across open countryside. You're surrounded by classic Lakeland scenery with woodland walks starting from the door. The setting is peaceful yet accessible to Ambleside town centre.
Inside you'll find two bedrooms sleeping four guests with one bathroom. The open-plan living area features the original barn structure with high ceilings and stone walls. The kitchen flows into the dining and sitting space where barn doors and natural materials create an authentic feel.
Ambleside town offers shops and eateries within walking distance. Stock Ghyll Force waterfall is a 15-minute walk away. Windermere lake sits 1 mile south (5 minutes). Rydal Water and Grasmere are 2 miles north (10 minutes). Wansfell Pike provides excellent fell walking from the doorstep.
The Old Barn suits couples and small families wanting a genuine barn conversion base for Lake District exploration. Book here for authentic stone barn character in an unbeatable Ambleside location.
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Authentic Lakeland stone construction with exposed walls throughout creates genuine barn character and rustic atmosphere in every room.
Panoramic views across Lakeland fells from the barn provide stunning mountain scenery and classic Lake District countryside vistas daily.
Walking distance to Ambleside town centre puts shops, pubs and restaurants within easy reach whilst maintaining peaceful rural surroundings.
Solid original beams overhead showcase the barn's agricultural heritage and add authentic period character to the living spaces.
Woodland trails and fell walks start directly from the barn with Wansfell Pike and Stock Ghyll Force accessible within minutes.
Spacious open-plan layout with high ceilings and natural light makes the most of the barn's original structure and volume.
Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat
To reach The Old Barn by car, take the A591 into Ambleside and follow signs towards the town centre. The barn is easily accessible from main Lake District routes and you'll have convenient off-road parking upon arrival.
For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Windermere, just 4 miles south of Ambleside. From there, regular buses run to Ambleside or you can take a short taxi ride to the barn.
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Postcode: LA22 0NG
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