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10/10 Excellent
Alan T.
1 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Alan T.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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Stylish & cosy barn near Michelin-starred pub
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2538.2 sq ft
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Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Stylish & cosy barn near Michelin-starred pub
Get cozy and settle into this stylish, recently renovated apartment in a wonderful 17th century stone-built barn. Oodles of original character combined with modern conveniences make Precious Barn the perfect getaway for couples looking to escape to the gorgeous east Lakeland countryside.
Precious Barn boasts a wood-burning stove for those cold winter nights, as well as a generous patio and outdoor seating with stunning views across the Eden Valley for warmer days.
Precious Barn boasts a wood-burning stove for those cold winter nights, as well as a generous patio and outdoor seating with stunning views across the Eden Valley for warmer days.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Penrith
Located in Penrith, this holiday home is in a rural area. Penrith & Eden Museum and Threlkeld Quarry and Mining Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at High Cup Winery and Hesket Newmarket Brewery. Penrith Leisure Centre and Rookin House Activity Centre are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with waterskiing and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and horse riding.
Penrith, Cumbria
What's nearby
- Hutton in the Forest - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
- High Cup Winery - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
- Calthwaite Hall - 7 min drive - 8.8 km
- Penrith Castle - 10 min drive - 13.3 km
- Rheged - 10 min drive - 15.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 10 min drive
- The Dog and Gun Inn Skelton - 3 min walk
- Boot & Shoe - 6 min drive
- The Pot Place - 6 min drive
- Stoneybeck Inn - 7 min drive
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10/10 Excellent
Clancy D.
27 Dec, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway
Clancy D.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
About the host
Hosted by Matt Bowden
Originally from the UK, Matt has been a wanderer with a love for travel and encountering new cultures from a young age. Having lived in China, India, Hong Kong, and Taiwan, Matt has never forgotten the beauty of a childhood spent in the Lake District, and is delighted to now be able to host visitors to this incredible region.
As a father of 3 young kids, Matt also understands the ins and outs of family travel, and has tried to make his properties as family friendly as possible.
As a father of 3 young kids, Matt also understands the ins and outs of family travel, and has tried to make his properties as family friendly as possible.
Why they chose this property
Precious Barn is amazing, and my wife and I always joke that 'if we didn't have 3 kids', it would be top of our holiday property wishlist. The Barn was recently lovingly converted from a 400 year old barn, so it has a unique combination of modern convenience and historical, rustic flavour. It really is the perfect cosy getaway, and is a firm favourite with guests for putting their feet up after a long walk or hike in the Lakeland fells.
We're so happy to be able to provide a base for couples who are exploring this amazing part of Lakeland, and love the idea that guests leave the place feeling refreshed and invigorated by a short stay in the countryside.
We're so happy to be able to provide a base for couples who are exploring this amazing part of Lakeland, and love the idea that guests leave the place feeling refreshed and invigorated by a short stay in the countryside.
What makes this property unique
Our attention was initially drawn to the village of Skelton by the Dog & Gun Inn, which was awarded a Michelin star in 2022. It's just a two minute walk from Precious Barn, which makes a visit to sample their incredible fare (and wine list) easy. Precious is also on the edge of the village, which means it benefits from high levels of privacy and peace and quiet.
With 400 year old stonework and a tastefully modern interior, Precious Barn really is the perfect combo. There's also a lovely south-facing patio terrace in front of the Barn for those warm spring and summer evenings. The views from the bedroom window typify this part of Cumbria, with rolling green fields pretty much as far as the eye can see, and a hint of the dramatic scenery of the Lakeland fells.
With 400 year old stonework and a tastefully modern interior, Precious Barn really is the perfect combo. There's also a lovely south-facing patio terrace in front of the Barn for those warm spring and summer evenings. The views from the bedroom window typify this part of Cumbria, with rolling green fields pretty much as far as the eye can see, and a hint of the dramatic scenery of the Lakeland fells.
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