Dalston Barn Thursby, Cumbria

Escape the everyday at Dalston Barn, a beautifully converted countryside retreat offering luxurious accommodation, complete privacy and blissful tranquillity, all wrapped in the rolling Cumbrian landscape — perfect for unwinding, reconnecting and enjoying

Dalston Barn : Overview

  • Sleeps 6 across three bedrooms
  • Each bedroom has its own en suite
  • Wood-burning stove in living area
  • Enclosed garden with fire pit
  • Outdoor roll-top bath in the garden
  • Up to three dogs welcome
  • In Thursby, Cumbria

About Dalston Barn

Escape the everyday at Dalston Barn, a beautifully converted countryside retreat offering luxurious accommodation, complete privacy and blissful tranquillity, all wrapped in the rolling Cumbrian landscape — perfect for unwinding, reconnecting and enjoying

Ground Floor: Open plan living space. Living area: Smart TV, Woodburner Dining area. Kitchen area: Gas Hob, Electric Oven, Fridge, Dishwasher, Microwave, Coffee Machine Utility Room: Freezer, Tumble Dryer, Washing Machine Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet First Floor: Bedroom 2: Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet Bedroom 3: Kingsize (5ft) Bed Ensuite: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet

electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack. Back garden with garden furniture and firepit. Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking.

Tucked away amid the rolling Cumbrian countryside, Dalston Barn is a beautifully converted rural retreat where peace, privacy and character come together effortlessly. Surrounded by open landscapes and views towards the northern fells, it offers an idyllic escape from everyday life while remaining perfectly placed for exploring the Northern Lake District. Lovingly restored by its owners, the barn celebrates its heritage through exposed beams, reclaimed timbers, rugged stonework and softly curved lime-plastered walls, all complemented by thoughtful modern comforts. At its heart, the impressive full-height living space invites you to sink into comfortable seating beside the glowing wood-burning stove, while the well-equipped kitchen makes relaxed breakfasts and leisurely evening meals a pleasure. Three beautifully appointed bedrooms provide restful sanctuaries. On the ground floor, a king-size bedroom with en-suite shower room offers added convenience and accessibility. Upstairs, discover a super-king bedroom, which can be arranged as twins on request, with its own shower room, alongside the wonderfully spacious master bedroom. Nestled beneath a canopy of characterful beams, it features a king-size bed and luxurious en-suite bathroom with a roll-top bath and separate shower. Outside, the enclosed private garden is made for lingering. Children and dogs can play freely while you settle beneath the covered seating, dine alfresco or gather around the fire pit as dusk settles over the countryside. An outdoor roll-top bath adds an indulgent touch, perfect for soaking beneath wide Cumbrian skies. Guests are also welcome to explore the owners’ beautifully tended gardens, filled with colourful planting, quiet corners and far-reaching rural views. Despite its wonderfully secluded setting, adventures are within easy reach, with Caldbeck around 15 minutes away, Bassenthwaite 25 minutes, Ullswater 30 minutes and Keswick and Derwentwater approximately 35 minutes by car. With private parking for three cars, a cot and highchair available and three well-behaved dogs welcome, Dalston Barn is a wonderfully inviting countryside hideaway for families and friends seeking space, serenity and a little Cumbrian magic.

Dalston Barn Amenities and Features

Garden Parking Open Fire WiFi Dishwasher

Location : Dalston Barn : Thursby

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What's Nearby

Dalston Barn makes a handy base for exploring Thursby and the coast and countryside around it.

Eating and drinking. Orton Grange Cafe & Gifts Ltd. is one of the closest places to eat near Dalston Barn (about 1.8 miles away), and Crofton Hall Coffee Shop and Eatery is among the best rated nearby (4.7 stars). For a drink, The Oak at Curthwaite and Bridge End Inn are popular pubs nearby, and The Original John's Plaice is handy for a takeaway.

Shops and essentials. The nearest shops include SPAR Cardewlees, Co-op Food - Dalston - Glave Hill Court, and Premier, with SPAR Cardewlees the closest at about 1.4 miles away, useful for stocking up when you arrive at Dalston Barn.

Things to do. Propeller Bench and West Wall Streetart are close by, for a bit of history there is September garden and Dixon's Chimney, and Watchtree Nature Reserve is good for fresh air, the closest about 3.5 miles from Dalston Barn.

Getting around. The nearest railway station is Dalston (about 1.8 miles), local taxi firms include AAA Taxis Carlisle and Amir’s taxis, and the closest EV charging point is about 1.8 miles away.

Bringing the dog. Maple House Small Animal Care is the nearest daycare or boarding option, about 3.5 miles away.

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