Celebrate a special occasion in style at this beautifully converted three-bedroom barn sitting in a complex of properties on the stunning Heaning Estate – just 2 miles from the shores of Lake Windermere. Sleeping six people across three bedrooms, it's perfect for families or groups of friends who are searching for a luxurious cottage with a warm, sociable feel and a sun-soaked courtyard to come home to after an invigorating day of Lake District adventures. Roam the private estate’s magnificent shared meadows, or head into Bowness-on-Windermere (2 miles) to hop aboard a ferry to enjoy a scenic crossing of the lake with the Central Fells as your backdrop. In the evening, come home to your cottage to dine alfresco in the courtyard as the last of the day's sunrays caress your face.
Pull up in your private parking spot (there's room for three cars) and head up to the barn’s chic first-floor open-plan living area, where plush sofas and a glowing electric fire create a luxe, inviting vibe. Make your way to the sleek kitchen area and whip up an elegant feast to enjoy in the dining area. Afterwards, head out into the courtyard to share some post-dinner drinks, or settle onto the sofa in the lounge area to catch up on your favourite shows on the Smart TV. Two glamorous king-size bedrooms on this floor share a stylish shower room, while the staircase leads upstairs to a handsome master suite with a super-king-size bed and a gorgeous en-suite bathroom with a roll-top bath and shower.
Head into Ambleside (4 miles) to see its quirky Bridge House, which balances above Stock Ghyll, and then check out the lively restaurant scene. Hikers should make a beeline to Loughrigg Fell (7 miles) for a rewarding climb to a summit, where you’ll be rewarded with panoramic views over Windermere and Grasmere.