Luxury Property North West England
The Great Barn At Waternook
Howton, Ullswater, The Lake District 07709 098507
Sleeps up to 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 4
Luxury Cottage Spa Breaks
Pet Friendly
The Great Barn - Luxury lakeland property to rent Lake District
This quintessential 17th century converted barn, has seductively leapt into the 21st century with true flair and sophistication, providing outstanding quality and presidential luxury. Set within 26 acres of private grounds with ½ mile of lake shoreline enjoying uninterrupted panoramic lake views across Ullswater to the Lakeland Fells beyond. This barn can be booked with Waternook property to sleep 20 overall [8 within The Great Barn and 12 within Waternook].
Taking advantage of its original design as a Bank Barn, The Great Barn fits comfortably into the landscape and its split level layout exploits both its secluded position and walls of glass almost bring the outside in! Whether you access The Great Barn by road, water or air the scenery is stunning whatever the season. With the majestic landscape as the backdrop, relax on the patios, feast on the views, and enjoy the great outdoors.
Back inside The Great Barn offers a truly magnificent and memorable setting whatever the occasion. The interior design is luxurious and inspiring, incorporating the latest state of the art technology, Rako lighting, a 75" Cinema TV and URC technology so whether you are celebrating a happy event, searching for the perfect setting for an intimate wedding or just spending time with your favourite people, this is a sophisticated and luxurious property that is designed to make you want to return time and time again!
Both our properties are furnished to the very highest of standards and sure to please even the most discerning of guests. Underfoot you will be walking on the finest Brintons carpets. Brintons have been at the forefront of the global woven carpet industry for more than 230 years and was one of the first companies in Queen Elizabeth II’s reign to be awarded the Royal Warrant. Read their blog on us here. All our beds are hand made by And So To Bed, a specialist in fine antique-style beds, and our mattresses are Vi-Spring Elite. Having pioneered the use of pocketed springs in 1909, Vi-Spring believe that no mattress should compromise when it comes to comfort. That is why every Elite is individually made to order, using the finest quality British materials and traditional craftsmanship to create a soft and supportive mattress. Each mattress boasts over 1200 hand nested calico pocket springs which adjust and respond to the movement of the sleeper, providing independent support and minimising roll-together. Exclusive natural fillings, including Platinum Certified British fleece wool and cotton, provide sumptuous comfort and temperature regulation.
Check-in Time:
17:00
Check-out Time:
10:00
Outside Description
Guests enjoy a 26 acre lake-fronting estate with boathouse and private jetty. The estate is served by a private sweeping drive that leads you to Waternook and The Great Barn [accessed by security gates].
Highly regarded as the most beautiful of all the English Lakes. Ullswater is the second largest lake in The Lake District stretching for nearly 8 miles from Pooley Bridge at the north end to Glenridding at the south end and is over 60 metres deep. Some say its name derives from an old Nordic chief and is said to be so beautiful it inspired William Wordsworth himself to write three poems on Ullswater, most famously Daffodils, inspired from Glencoyne Wood, and has just been featured in Arthur Ransome's wholesome prewar adventure classic "Swallows and Amazons". Wordsworth further acclaimed Ullswater in one of the most celebrated passages from his great autobiographical poem 'The Prelude'.
The mountains around Ullswater were sculpted by the great forces of glaciation, particularly during the period when Britain was emerging from the grips of the last Ice Age about 12,000 years ago. From an early settlement point of view, the remains of prehistoric activity in Ullswater are extensive, spanning the period Neolithic to the Iron Age. There are examples of rock art near the villiage of Patterdale in the sotuh as well as stone circles and burial cairns on Asham Fell to the north. The Roman road connecting forst in Ambleside and Penrith, known as High Street, runs along the eastern fells. The main industries in the Ullswater Valley were lead mining and slate quarrying, and some of the archaelogical remains of these are of national significance. Important site include Hartsop Hall mine and Myers Head, the latter being a well-preserved example of a late 19th century mine. However, the largest mine was at Greenside, west of Glenridding, which operated from the 1820s until 1961.
The farming of Herdwick sheep features strongly in Ullswater today and the valley contains a number of important Herdwick farms- some farms on Ullswater have the largest flocks in The Lake District.
Ullswater has a typical "U" shaped valley showing how a glacier carved its path through the area. A careful eye can spot deep striations on the rocks that remain today. When the ice melted away it left a hollow with a lake - Ullswater. Since those times Ullswater has grown a rich and diverse ecosystem that supports many rare species. So what elusive creatures can guests at Waternook hope to see? You may not know this but Ullswater is home to some of Great Britain’s rarest species including Red Squirrel, Peregrine Falcon, Pied Flycatchers, Redstarts, Wood Warblers, Arctic Char, Schelley and England’s last surviving herd of Red Deer- their bloodline dates back to 1066 and times of William the Conqueror. Did you know bears, lynx, aurochs, beavers and wolves once lived in The Lake District. So whether you cosy up by the fire in Waternook with a good book, or wrap up warm and head out exploring, Ullswater is a place of wonder, mystery and excitement. But right now you can experience your own little taste of Ullswater through our professional videos: Experience Ullswater [by Aerial Republic], Experience Waternook, Experience The Great Barn, Experience Cumbria [also featuring Ullswater and Waternook].
For those seeking the adventure of the great outdoors Ullswater is awash with so many opportunities, or perhaps literature and relaxation is what you seek.
Downstairs Description
Guests are welcomed by a large open entertaining and living space called The Lake Room. On this floor there are 3 luxury suites [some access by stairs], a WC, the kitchen and lakeview dining room with bi-folding doors taking you onto the estate.
The interior design is luxurious and inspiring, incorporating the latest state of the art technology, Rako lighting, a 75" Cinema TV and URC technology.
First Floor Description
There is one suite on this floor accessed via stone helical stairs.
Second Floor Description
NA
Window Views Description
Relish in views of Ullswater lake and the surrounding mountains.
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Tourist Attractions
Ullswater Steamers
Ullswater ‘Steamers’ is an award winning environmentally accredited Lake District attraction celebrating over 150 years of operating cruises on England’s most beautiful lake. Operating one of the largest heritage vessel fleets in the world, offering visitors an experience they will never forget for 363 days a year.
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Imposing castle ruins, its gardens, cafe and shop, home to the Earls of Lonsdale in medieval times.
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Food Stores
Cranstons
Winners of the ‘Best Cumbrian Food Retailer 2014’ by Cumbria Life Magazine, and winners of the ‘National Butcher of the Year’ at the 2014 Deli and Farmshop Awards, its nigh on impossible to find a better butchers in the UK. Cranstons also has a food hall that stores all the best local fruit and veg, freshly baked pies, cooked meats and cheeses.
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Kitchen Equipment
- Oven/Hob
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Kettle
- Dishwasher
Other Equipment
- Tumble Dryer
- Washing Machine
- Washer/Dryer
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Vacuum Cleaner
- TV
- Bedroom TV
- Sky or Free Sat/View
- Music System/CD/Radio
- Games Console
- Carbon Neutral Pellet Boiler
- Wi-Fi/Broadband
- Hair Dryer
- Child's Cot
- Child's High Chair
- King Size Bed
- Selection of Books and Games
Outdoor Features
- Open Garden
- Shared Garden
- Enclosed Patio
- Garden Furniture
- BBQ
- Off Road Parking
- Use of Adjacent Land/Parkland
Special Features
- Heli Pad
- Private Beach
- Country View
- Mountain View
- Lake View
Special Services
- Grocery Delivery
- Supermarket Delivery Available
Included In Price
- Bed Linen
- Towels
- Robes
- Toiletries
- Heat/Light
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