Church House Barn Lakes and Beaches, best of both worlds The search for the perfect rural getaway is here. First, there are the stunning Solway Forth views from the Juliet Balcony, not to mention views of the mountains of Skiddaw & Criffel. On the edge of the Lake District National Park and 15 minutes to the Solway coast with amazing beaches A rural retreat sleeps 4 in a double bedroom with en-suite and a twin bedroom On the Hadrians Cycle Route & near Silloth Golf Club 40 mins from Keswick Church House Barn Situated in the quiet North Cumbrian village of Newton Arlosh, this recently converted barn provides good quality, comfortable, self-catering holiday accommodation for up to four guests. With its medieval church and traditional pub, the village is welcoming and is only a stone’s throw from the Lake District National Park and the Solway Coast with amazing beaches . The barn forms part of Church House Farm, once a 19th century working farm, but now providing a peaceful countryside location for those wanting to escape to the country. Cycling We are on the Route 72 Hadrian's Cycleway and not far from the Allonby to Maryport Cycle path, we also have safe storage for bikes. Golf 15 mins by car to the Silloth on Solway Golf club, The number 1 Golf Course in Great Britain and Ireland for under £100! Also in the top 100 gold clubs. We are also 30 minutes away from Eden Golf Club Walking We have miles and miles of walking paths, Hadrian's wall start is 15 minutes by car at Bowness on Solway, the Lakes aren't far away. Also, we provide maps in the barn Paddle boarding You can paddle board at Ullswater, 40 minutes away, other places to paddle board Thirlmere Reservoir. Wastwater. Derwentwater. River Derwent. Grasmere. Loweswater. Ennerdale Water. Beaches The following beaches can be found at Mawbray, Bowness on Solway (15 minutes) , Silloth (15 minutes) , Allonby and further afield at St Bees. All within travelling distance from the barn. Horse riding There are numerous horse riding centres within 40 minutes from the barn, Rookin House, Blackdyke, Happy Hooves etc Pools and hot tubs You can hire numerous pools and hot tubs in the are, one within 5 mins of the barn. I have put a list together and can send you that list when you book. Shops Nearest small shop is at Kirkbride (5 mins by car) or Abbeytown (5 mins by car) Wigton which is 15 mins away, has local butchers, B&M, Factory Shop and Independent shops and cafes. It also has a Co-op and a Lidl. For deliveries, Asda, Morrisons and Tesco deliver from Carlisle For main shops like Primark etc, Carlisle has a selection of shops and is 25 minutes away For designer out Caledonia Park is 30 minutes away Amenities you’ll love Enter through the old barn double doors (now gorgeous glassed patio windows) To • Double modern bedroom with an en-suite, designer bedding and luxury, with TV, hairdryer and mirrors, TV • A luxury twin bedroom with 2 full sized beds and a small wardrobe, with a camper/beach theme • Very modern bathroom, with power shower • Under stairs reading area Downstairs outside is your own patio area, with picnic bench and barbecue shelf Then upstairs to newly converted kitchen and living area • Fully equipped kitchen, with everything you need to make it a home from home stay, including a Dolce Gusto coffee machine, dishwasher and full sized fridge/freezer • Dining area with 4 leather chairs • Stunning living area with 3 seater and 2 seater settees, with a 50 inch flat screen smart TV, with streaming access. • Juliet balcony to star gaze, watch the bats and the owls or just to look over the coast and garden area, and on a clear day across to Dumfries and Galloway in Scotland Other • The barn is set in 2 and a half acres of land, the garden area at the back can be used, but no ball games. • Pet free for people with allergies • Total and complete renovation in 2020 to a high standard, with double glazing and central heating • Own private wi-fi system • Private parking for 2 cars • Walking distance of village pub, serving homemade food • The barn is set within the gardens of Church House Farm where you will find a private seating area with a picnic bench for use by guests. In the farmyard there is also a traditional well where water was once drawn for the farm and a stable • Towels and all bedding included • Heating all included • Village playground for children • Laid in reverse to make the most of the views • No smoking • Children under 5, guests would have to agree a disclaimer re the stairs etc • Changeover day normally a Monday and a Friday, but in quieter months open to flexibility • Owner on site if any problems, but the barn is private and has it's own entrance. Videos and blogs can be viewed on our website churchhousebarn.