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Bretherdale Barn

Penrith accommodation with kitchen

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Dining

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 10275 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Bretherdale
  • Place, Tebay Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Yorkshire Dales National Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Orton Community Park
    ‪6 min drive‬

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About the area

Penrith

On lake.You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Tebay Park and 6 miles (10 km) of Yorkshire Dales National Park with a stay here. Orton Community Park and Kennedys Fine Chocolates are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Tebay Park - 4 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Yorkshire Dales National Park - 6 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Orton Community Park - 6 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Kennedys Fine Chocolates - 9 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Shap Abbey - 14 min drive - 18.3 km

Getting around

  • Penrith Station - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The George Hotel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cross Keys Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tebay Service Station - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Stainmore Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Kitchen - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bretherdale Barn

Welcome to Bretherdale Barn, a perfect property for large families and friends to stay together in a rural setting with incredible countryside views. Nestled in the Lake District National Park, guests can enjoy each other's company amongst the green fields full of sheep and horses.



The barn sleeps up to ten people across five bedrooms and has been lovingly refurbished using local materials throughout, perfectly blending the characterful old building with luxury, modern fixtures, and fittings.



On the ground floor are three bedrooms (all with ensuite shower rooms) along with a family bathroom with large bath. Of the three ground floor bedrooms, there is 1x king-sized bedroom, 1x twin room and 1x double. There is also a handy utility room and WC on the ground floor with a washing machine and tumble dryer. The ground floor has underfloor, central heating.



The primary living space is to be found on the first floor which is accessed via two staircases. The large, open plan living, dining and kitchen area is ideal for socialising and is full of luxury touches. The impressive chandelier on the stairway, the engineered oak flooring and the hanging wood-burning stove all provide a sense of splendour. With guests staying in with a lit fire during the cooler Autumn and Winter months, there is also the widescreen TV with Amazon Prime Video and Netflix which can also be enjoyed. The kitchen is well stocked with all the amenities guests require to cook up a feast including a double oven and a large American-style fridge/freezer with wine chiller.



The fourth and fifth bedrooms can be found upstairs on the second floor, off a galleried hallway with small library area. One bedroom has a king size bed, the other a twin and both come with their own ensuite shower-over-bath.



Outside, there is a patio area and outdoor dining furniture to seat ten people so guests can enjoy their meals in the warmer summer months taking in the wonderful countryside views. There's also a BBQ available for guests' use. The leisure building housing the sauna, steam room, showers and games room is next door. This facility is shared with Bretherdale Hall and there is a board provided for guests to book out morning, afternoon, or evening sessions for their own private use. There is a separate drying room with spa towels for guests to use during their stay.



There is enough undercover parking for up to four cars with additional parking for at least another six cars on site. Please note that Bretherdale Hall is next door, and both share the sauna and games room facility.



Located only a few miles from Tebay off jct 38 of the M6, it's easy to reach from different parts of the UK and the perfect location from which to explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Lake District. Kendal, Windermere and Ambleside are all within easy reach and offer wonderful days out whatever the time of year. Kendal is the nearest town and is full of historic character, with its web of interweaving alleyways and cobbled yards. The town is home to plenty of passionate artisans - if you love food and drink, you'll love Kendal. Guests can browse the farm shops, visit local bakers and brewers or check out the local delicacies at the weekly market.



This property is ideal for families and friends. Please note when booking this property does not accept any stag/hen parties and will result in a termination of your reservation without refund.



For more information and bookings please contact Finest Retreats.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 6.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Table tennis

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,960 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Checkin 16:00-20:00

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

373812

Bretherdale Barn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tracey H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morven E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Feb 25

Beautiful, cosy property. Great place for familes and friends to come together.Very well equipped kitchen. Set in a beautiful and peaceful location.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet N., Guelph, Ontario, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness

Breatherdale escape

I was staying at the Barn with 5 friends as part of a walking holiday in the Lake District. The house is beautiful and is situated in a quiet, lovely spot. The beds were comfortable, the kitchen was excellent and the steam room and sauna were very welcome after our long walks. The dishwasher was a bit difficult, and the cutlery basket had seen better days, but that was a tiny blemish on an otherwise perfect stay. The road in was a bit harrowing for our Canadian sensibilities! We had a wonderful time and highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Melissa

Absolutely stunning accommodation, beautiful views. We stayed for my husband’s 50th surprise and couldn’t have wished for more. Thank you so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Lynn T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bretherdale

Beautiful location and lovely property, enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

HAZEL C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property for a family gathering

We were a family party of 10 ranging from the age of 13 to 93 and found something for everyone. The property is of a very high standard. The kitchen is very well kitted out, the indoor living space is excellent and bedrooms all felt luxurious. Yes, the floors are rather creaky but we didn't find it a problem for our group. Outdoor/leisure facilities could do with a little more TLC - e.g. garden furniture needs a varnish, couldn't play darts as all broken and bikes couldn't be used due to flat tyres. We really enjoyed our stay in this remote part of the Lake District. The barn was just perfect for our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022