This 1-bedroom barn cottage sits in the heart of the Lake District, just 1.5 miles from Windermere town centre. Reimagined from a traditional 16th-century barn, it retains exposed original beams throughout and sits within the wider Heaning Estate a collection of cottages, barns and a Victorian house set in stunning grounds.

Lake Windermere is just 2 miles away. You can take a scenic cruise, hire a kayak or walk the shoreline. Bowness-on-Windermere is 2.5 miles away with lakeside cafes and independent shops. Orrest Head viewpoint is 2 miles away particularly spectacular at sunrise.

The cottage sleeps 2 and is ideal for couples or solo travellers. Downstairs is an open-plan living area with a plush sofa, electric wood-burner-effect fire and patio doors opening onto a private enclosed courtyard garden with bistro seating. The upstairs king-size bedroom has beautiful original beams and an ensuite basin and WC. The bathroom is a sleek wet room with a refreshing shower. Please note there is no hot tub at this property.

Ambleside is 6 miles away. Grasmere is 10 miles. Wansfell Pike is 5 miles for a more challenging fell walk with sweeping views.

Reviewed as "absolutely first class" with "fantastic attention to detail." this rental suits couples wanting a quiet Lake District base with easy access to the water.