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This is surely the heart of the Lake District – you will certainly lose your heart to it!
The Eltermere Old Barn enjoys an enviable position, next to the Eltermere Inn with the most beautiful views over Elterwater with Loughrigg Fell to your left, Park Fell and Black Fell to your right and Wansfell straight over Elterwater in the distance. Sit on the terrace outside the kitchen, relax and take it all in. This is surely the heart of the Lake District – you will certainly lose your heart to it!
Leaving the outstanding views and stepping into the beautiful farmhouse-style kitchen, there is a great sense of space, with the large kitchen island and traditional Aga range. This is the perfect room to prepare and enjoy family meals or celebrate a special occasion together. The large living room next door is the perfect place to relax with its contemporary furnishings and traditional décor. Privacy is assured with stairs to the bedroom floor at both ends of the house, and the mix of contemporary and traditional styling is continued throughout the four bedrooms, which all enjoy the views out towards Elterwater. The sense of luxury is complimented by the three bathrooms, which are light and modern.
The Old Barn is well placed to explore both Great Langdale and Little Langdale. Elterwater is the picture perfect Lake District village which boasts one of the best pubs in the area, along with a lovely little café. Just next door, the Eltermere Inn is probably one of the most beautiful country house hotels in the area which has a fantastic dinner menu and is the perfect spot to enjoy lunch or afternoon tea.
It is a short walk from the Old Barn, over the beck and to the bus stop in Elterwater on a main route. Leaving the car behind and jumping on a bus to explore the National Park not only helps to look after this spectacular landscape but also gives passengers the opportunity to see it without the challenge of negotiating narrow countryside lanes or search for parking at your destination. By sitting back watching the landscape go by, the journey becomes part of your adventure!
Sleeps 8
Two storeys
Four bedrooms: three doubles (one with en-suite) and one twin
Ground floor WC with wash hand basin
Shared bathroom
Large kitchen with Aga, central island and dining table, with doors opening onto terrace
Open fire in the lounge
Free Wi-Fi and TV
Outside terrace area with table and chairs
Designated parking
Up to two dogs allowed (subject to an additional charge)
No smoking
Chapel Stile 0.5 miles; Ambleside 5 miles; Grasmere 4 miles; Windermere 8 miles; Keswick 18 miles
Tucked away in the stunning Langdale Valley, Elterwater is a picture-perfect Lake District village, known for its peaceful setting, charming stone cottages, and the beautiful tarn that gives the village its name. With the dramatic Langdale Pikes rising in the background and riverside walks right on the doorstep, it’s a favourite spot for walkers and photographers alike.
Elterwater is just a short walk or drive from Chapel Stile and easily reached from Ambleside via the A593 and B5343. The nearest train station is at Windermere, around 8 miles away, with bus and taxi connections into the valley.
From here, you can enjoy gentle strolls along the River Brathay to Elterwater Tarn, more challenging hikes into the surrounding fells, or simply relax and take in the views. The friendly local pub and the nearby Eltermere Hotel offer welcoming spots to eat and drink after a day exploring.
With its idyllic scenery, quiet charm, and easy access to both Langdale and the central Lakes, Elterwater is an ideal base for enjoying the very best of the Lake District.
