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Great Hartbarrow Farm Cottage, Cartmel Fell

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4.7
out of 5
Guest Rating
Rating
4.7
out of 5
Cumbria » Cartmel Fell
Sleeps up to 6
Pets 1
Bedrooms: 3

Great Hartbarrow Farm Cottage is a 17th century Westmorland longhouse in Cartmel Fell, Cumbria. This 5-star property sleeps six guests across three floors. The cottage overlooks the Winster Valley and offers a peaceful base for exploring the Lake District.

The area is perfect for walkers. Gummers How is nearby. Lake Windermere sits 6 miles away. Bowness shops are within easy reach. The Mason's Arms at Strawberry Bank serves food and drinks locally.

The cottage features three king-size bedrooms, each with en-suite facilities. One bedroom has a super-king zip-link bed that converts to twins. All bedrooms have walk-in showers. The third bedroom includes a bath. Two living rooms provide separate spaces.

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About Great Hartbarrow Farm Cottage

Great Hartbarrow Farm Cottage is a 17th century Westmorland longhouse in Cartmel Fell, Cumbria. This 5-star property sleeps six guests across three floors. The cottage overlooks the Winster Valley and offers a peaceful base for exploring the Lake District.

The area is perfect for walkers. Gummers How is nearby. Lake Windermere sits 6 miles away. Bowness shops are within easy reach. The Mason's Arms at Strawberry Bank serves food and drinks locally.

The cottage features three king-size bedrooms, each with en-suite facilities. One bedroom has a super-king zip-link bed that converts to twins. All bedrooms have walk-in showers. The third bedroom includes a bath. Two living rooms provide separate spaces. The open-plan kitchen includes an induction hob, dishwasher and tumble dryer. A woodburning stove warms the main living room. Outside, an enclosed garden with patio welcomes two dogs.

Windermere (6 miles, 15 minutes) offers boat trips and watersports. Ambleside (9 miles, 20 minutes) has independent shops and cafes. Cartmel (10 miles, 25 minutes) is famous for its priory and sticky toffee pudding. Hill Top at Near Sawrey (8 miles, 20 minutes) showcases Beatrix Potter's former home.

Great Hartbarrow Farm Cottage suits families and dog owners wanting space and comfort. The dual living areas and secure garden make this ideal for longer stays.

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Great Hartbarrow Farm Cottage Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding Great Hartbarrow Farm Cottage during your stay. Find the best places to visit and things to do in the local area, all conveniently organised by distance and type. Charming villages to lively and exciting attractions - there's something for everyone to enjoy. Browse through our categories including attractions, walks & outdoor activities, shopping destinations and handy tips on getting around. Plan your perfect day out. Whether you're looking for family fun, romantic experiences, or pet-friendly adventures, this cottage provides an ideal base to explore Cumbria's fantastic days out. Click on any attraction for more detailed information including address, opening times and visitor tips.

Blackwell
Distance: 3.7 miles (5 min drive)
LA23 3JT
Lakes Aquarium
Distance: 5.3 miles (13 min drive)
LA12 8AS
Laurel and Hardy Museum
Distance: 12.7 miles (23 min drive)
LA12 0DB
Gummer's How
Distance: 2 miles (6 min drive)
LA12 8NP
Fell Foot Park Short Loop, Fell Foot
Distance: 3.6 miles (11 min drive)
Whitbarrow
Distance: 6.4 miles (11 min drive)
LA11 6SH
The Cornish Bakery
Distance: 5.1 miles (8 min drive)
LA23 3DB
Gift Shop
Distance: 4.9 miles (8 min drive)
LA23 3HJ
Booths
Distance: 6.5 miles (12 min drive)
LA23 1QA
Windermere Station
Distance: 6.6 miles (13 min drive)
LA23 1AH
Kendal Bus Station
Distance: 8.3 miles (14 min drive)
LA9 4BT
Ferry Nab
Distance: 4.7 miles (7 min drive)
LA23 3JH
Blackwell
Distance: 3.7 miles (5 min drive)
LA23 3JT
Lakes Aquarium
Distance: 5.3 miles (13 min drive)
LA12 8AS
Laurel and Hardy Museum
Distance: 12.7 miles (23 min drive)
LA12 0DB
Gummer's How
Distance: 2 miles (6 min drive)
LA12 8NP
Fell Foot Park Short Loop, Fell Foot
Distance: 3.6 miles (11 min drive)
Whitbarrow
Distance: 6.4 miles (11 min drive)
LA11 6SH
The Cornish Bakery
Distance: 5.1 miles (8 min drive)
LA23 3DB
Gift Shop
Distance: 4.9 miles (8 min drive)
LA23 3HJ
Booths
Distance: 6.5 miles (12 min drive)
LA23 1QA
Windermere Station
Distance: 6.6 miles (13 min drive)
LA23 1AH
Kendal Bus Station
Distance: 8.3 miles (14 min drive)
LA9 4BT
Ferry Nab
Distance: 4.7 miles (7 min drive)
LA23 3JH

Is Great Hartbarrow Farm Cottage Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families
The cottage provides a cot and highchair for younger children. The secure enclosed garden offers safe outdoor space for play. Two living rooms give families flexibility during their stay. Nearby attractions include Windermere lake activities 6 miles away and Grizedale Forest 5 miles distant. The peaceful location means children can explore the grounds and watch wildlife including pheasants and woodpeckers visiting daily.
For Couples
This 17th century property offers romance through its peaceful Winster Valley setting and luxury features. The woodburning stove creates atmosphere in the main living room with leather furnishings. Three king-size bedrooms each have en-suite facilities including walk-in showers. The enclosed garden provides multiple seating areas for private moments. Lake Windermere sits just 6 miles away for scenic walks and boat trips together.
Pet Friendly
Great Hartbarrow Farm Cottage welcomes two well-behaved dogs. The garden is fully enclosed and secure, providing safe outdoor space for pets. Multiple seating areas across the patio and sun terrace mean dogs can relax alongside their owners. The surrounding Cartmel Fell area offers excellent walking opportunities including the famous Gummers How trail nearby. Private off-road parking for four cars makes travelling with pets straightforward.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Great Hartbarrow Farm Cottage

Mason's Arms

Located 1 mile from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA11 6NW

The Punch Bowl Inn

Located 3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA23 3NF

Wilf's Cafe

Located 3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA11 6HD

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Great Hartbarrow Farm Cottage

Does this cottage have a hot tub?
No, Great Hartbarrow Farm Cottage does not have a hot tub. The property features an enclosed garden with patio and sun terrace instead.
Is it pet friendly?
Yes, the cottage welcomes two well-behaved dogs. The garden is secure and provides a safe space for pets to enjoy.
How many people does the cottage sleep?
The cottage sleeps six guests across three king-size bedrooms. One bedroom has a super-king zip-link bed that converts to twin beds on request.
What facilities are in the kitchen?
The open-plan kitchen includes an electric oven, induction hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer. It's exceptionally well-equipped with high-quality appliances.
Is there parking available?
Yes, the property provides private off-road parking for four cars. This makes it convenient for multiple vehicles or guests arriving separately.
What heating does the cottage have?
The cottage has oil central heating throughout. The main living room also features a woodburning stove for additional warmth and atmosphere.
Are towels and linen provided?
Yes, all bed linen and towels are included in the rental price. You don't need to bring your own or pay extra.
How far is Lake Windermere?
Lake Windermere is 6 miles away, approximately 15 minutes by car. Bowness shops and attractions are easily accessible from the cottage.

Great Hartbarrow Farm Cottage Reviews

Property was in a peaceful location, was clean and had everything you would need. When we arrived beds were not configured as specified this was resolved within a matter of hours and a broken toilet seat was repaired the next day. Customer service was amazing. Property is well equipped, confortable and spacious. Ideal for our needs
Tracey
A Beautiful Cottage and Gardens in a very scenic area, quiet and comfortable and had everything we could need, we enjoyed our week here very much and would highly recommend this to anyone visiting the Lakes and surrounding area.
Angela
Had an amazing week in an amazing cottage. So peaceful and relaxing with stunning views. Cottage had everything needed and very comfortable and spacious and kitchen equipped with everything even a good frying pan which is always a bonus. Weather was also perfect. Our 7th visit to the lakes but the cottage was by far the best we have stayed in so will definitely will be back. Only downside was that we had to come home. Thank you for letting us use your cottage.
We had an absolutely fabulous week ! Thank you. Definitely 5 stars. Accommodation was wonderful, they have thought of everything and we couldnt fault it. Perfect for a quiet week away. However, easy to travel to some beautiful places. Gave us great peace of mind to know our two dogs were safe in the gorgeous garden. Lovely walks, great pubs nearby and very comfortable beds. Property was perfect for the six of us was great. Two lounges allowed for a welcome space between adults and kids ! Would definitely return
It's an absolutely stunning cottage in a beautiful location. The views from the garden are amazing. Loved having the seating areas outside to relax on. And the cottage itself is highly equipped with everything you need. We all had an amazing time away, it just went too fast. The only thing which is a very small thing. Maybe a small thing welcoming you to the cottage would be nice. A pint of milk on the fridge, a few tea bags that kind of thing. There was nothing at all. Apart from a coffee machine with no pods provided which we found slightly bizarre. Appreciate it's a self catering cottage but the little touches matter. Even a pack of eggs from your lovely neighbour across the road would be nice. When you read the visitor book past people have mentioned a welcome pack. I think of you offer it to some but not others it's not a good touch. Consistency is key. However we did love our week away and hopefully will return one day.
Stephen
Was everything the listing said it was. A place for the owners to be proud of
Cookes
This cottage was a fantastic accommodation, the kitchen was very well equipped sharp knives a bonus good size dining table, and comfortable seating area. Up in the upper lounge another area to retire to in the evenings watch the sun setting. Upstairs three bedrooms, all with shower on suit, two accommodating kingsize very comfortable beds the third two twin beds. All good quality linen. Bathroom towels reasonably goid except one small hand towel had a hole in it. The bedroom itself appears clean except there is dust on the walls and expecially behind the wardrobe in front top room. losing stars for cleanliness. Coming back down the stairs to the hallway, the walls look rather tired and in need of painting due to lots of black scuff marks on the walls. The utilityboot room is a fantasic add enabling to dry off your dog, bootsrainwear. The garden absolutely spot on, enclosed and safe for the dogs and very pleasant to sit out in an evening. Location wise, very rural with lots of contry nature sounds, a very narrow lane to reach the property with quite a few serious pot holes. We visited the The Masons Arms pub at the top of the lane, highly recommend booking a table, meals were freshly cooked and very tasty. It was nice being able to return each evening to this lovely cottage and be able to relax.
Rebecca
A fantastic cottage in an absolutely beautiful spot. There was everything that we could possibly have needed! The showers were brilliant, superbly hot and powerful. The dogs thought the garden was great....not sure the pheasants were quite so keen on them! Overall I would thoroughly recommend the cottage, and hope to return at some point in the future.
A wonderful place to stay that had everything we asked for. We were unsure of how cozy it would be due to the stone floors but it exceeded our expectations. It was a super cozy cottage, really comfy beds, lovely hot powerful showers and a fantastic garden for both humans and dogs to explore. Fresh eggs each day which were available to buy roadside opposite the cottage. Great location with beautiful views and a lovely stroll away from the Mason Arms for an afternoon drink or bite to eat. Lots to do within a short drive too. We did a self drive boat hire on Windermere which was great fun, trip to the Beatrix Potter museum which is great for both children and adults and we took in a film on a rainy afternoon at the independent cinema in the brewery arts centre which was a lovely experience. Highly recommend and would definitely book to stay again. Thank you
It was our fourth time staying at Great Hartbarrow Farm Cottage. The views are amazing. The cottage has everything needed for a completely relaxing stay. The dogs love the enclosed garden. We cant wait to come back soon.
We really enjoyed our stay, the cottage lived up to the description, so well equipped, cozy and warm in a quiet location, welcomed when holidaying at the end of October. The property is well placed for the tourist attractions as the was the main purpose of our stay on this occasion.
A lovely property in a beautiful location. We have been to the Lake District many times and this cottage and location superseded our expectations. Thankyou for a lovely stay.
Fab cottage. Absolutely great. One issue we had was water. The house is on a private supply, coming from a bore hole which is managed by the cottage next door. Lovely neighbours, by the way. Very helpful. There was something wrong with the pump for two days while we were there, so water supply was intermittent. In reality all was fine, but it could have been a lot worse, and potentially very disruptive to a holiday. We'd still go back, however. As the problem seemed to be a rare one not one which you'd expect to happen regularly. Before we worked out what the problem was, we called the Sykes emergency helpline. Ended up talking to their maintenance guy called Steve he was a superstar. In the end he didn't need to come out the neighbours solved it before he got to us but he was class.
Anthony
This was a wonderful holiday cottage, in a beautiful, tranquil location. It surpassed my expectations, and one of the nicest cottages I've stayed in in the Lakes. The kitchen was incredible well equipped, with a higher standard of equipment and appliances than usually expect from a holiday let. The beds were comfy, the views beautiful. The gardens and grounds were lovely to sit in, with plenty of different seating areas depending on whether you want sun or shade. Having two living areas rather than one large open plan living space really suits our family on holiday as well. Really hope to come back here again, and see the fells outside the door, and the pheasants and woodpeckers in the garden every morning.
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