ABOUT THE BARN
High House Barn in Bassenthwaite is a bespoke family-run self catering barn conversion located on the base of Skiddaw, the 6th highest mountain in England, in the Lake District National Park. With sweeping views of Bassenthwaite Lake and the Northern Fells, our two-bedroom barn conversion offers the perfect escape for those looking for a peaceful retreat surrounded by incredible beauty. Miles of walking and other outdoor activities are at your doorstep, and you're only minutes away from the charming villages of Bassenthwaite, Keswick, Caldbeck and Cockermouth, to name a few. With rustic exposed stone work and gorgeous original wooden beams, High House Barn has been lovingly renovated in 2024 to provide a bespoke, environmentally conscious, and unique setting for appreciating the beauty and adventures that surround it. It is fully equipped with all the amenities you need for a comfortable stay, including a modern kitchen with an induction hob and Miele oven, a cozy living room with a woodburner, and a generous garden. We are family friendly and will consider dogs upon request upon agreement with our pet policy. We take pride in providing a warm and welcoming atmosphere for our guests. We live onsite and can provide ideas for activities and give recommendations about local amenities to make your stay as enjoyable as possible. We are passionate about the beauty of the Lake District and we sincerely enjoy sharing this awe-inspiring location with others, especially the gorgeous High House Barn sunsets!!!
Ground Floor:
Open-Plan Living/Dining Room - Soaring high ceiling with painstakingly restored original beams. Wood effect tile under floor heating, wood burner, seating for 4 in dining and sofa area, a glass viewing area/entrance to take in the views in rain or shine. Smart TV, games and books available.
Located three steps down from the Living Room:
Eat-In Kitchen - Tiled floor with under floor heating, handmade wooden units, built in eating area, Miele oven and induction hob, microwave, retro fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washer/dryer and a bespoke full-wall OS map showcasing the walks and features of your own corner of The Lake District.
Toilet and sink room located off the kitchen.
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First Floor -*NOTE* bedrooms are on opposite sides of the Living Room each accessed by their own stairs.
ACCOMODATION DETAILS
Bedroom 1, Bankside - Bed can either be set up as 1 SuperKing bed (default) or 2 singles (upon request). Toilet/Shower room with heated towel rack and window with entrance immediately adjacent to bedroom door.
Bedroom 2, Hayloft - With double bed and ensuite toilet/shower room with heated towel rack.
**Note - there is limited headroom on one side of this bedroom as it is located in what used to be the hayloft area of the barn.
Guests have their own patio with picnic table to appreciate the views. The property is surrounded by an established garden with a large fenced lawn area that is shared with the owners. A portion of the garden is reserved for guest exclusive use.
The Barn is heated via a ground source heat pump that provides heat via underfloor heating and a cozy wood burning fireplace for chilly Lake District evenings. We will provide a starter basket for the wood burner and can give instructions upon request.
A travel cot is available upon request. There is onsite parking for 2 cars. Strictly no smoking including vaping, or e-cigarettes within the property.
Dogs are considered upon discussion and agreement of the Pet Policy. Sofa cover, outdoor warm water tap, & dog towels provided. A deposit and cleaning fee applies.
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CONTACT US
If you have any questions please email us at highhousebarnrental@gmail.com. You can also call us on 07510054727 or find us on Instagram at highhousebarn_bassenthwaite. We are currently taking bookings on booking.com, however we hope to be taking direct bookings shortly.