Old Barn Holidays provides luxury self catering cottages set in beautiful open countryside, just 1 mile from the southern tip of lake Windermere. Our cottages have been imaginatively restored, retaining many original features creating a traditional style complemented by modern comforts.

The Mistal is part of a beautiful barn conversion close to the southern shores of Lake Windermere. The superb conversion carefully incorporates original and characterful features including handmade shutters and oak furniture. The high vaulted ceiling with original beams give an authentic cottage feeling with views across the local countryside. The bright and airy open plan kitchen/dining/living room is a fantastic place to relax in after a day out enjoying the Lakes.

Close to the southern shores of Lake Windermere, the Mistal is a perfect base for exploring the best areas of the Lakes. The property is very close to the hamlet of Lakeside and Lakeside Pier, where the famous Lake Windermere steamers depart regularly to Bowness and Ambleside - a wonderful way to explore these areas without driving. There are some lovely walks in the area, such as Wainwright's Finsthwaite Heights route from Newby Bridge. You'll also find several Lake District family attractions within easy reach including Lakes Aquarium - a fresh water aquarium displaying local wildlife - and the Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway offering an opportunity to take a short trip on a restored traditional steam train. The unspoilt medieval village of Cartmel is only a five minute drive away, situated in one of England's most outstanding areas of natural beauty. Offering stunning views of the South Lakeland District fells and countryside, the village has grown up around its famous 12th Century medieval Priory Church. It is a special place where ancient history and tradition mingle effortlessly with the present day. Cartmel offers many modern surprises in the form of fine quality attractions, shops and cutting edge gourmet restaurants including the internationally acclaimed Michelin Star restaurant, L'Enclume. Around the village square you will discover a delightful assortment of genuine 16th - 18th century buildings. All this and the famous Cartmel racecourse providing national hunt racing in its most original format is just off the centre of the village square. With its party crowds and funfair, Cartmel rekindles the social gathering tradition of the original steeple to steeple chases. Other Lake District historic sites such as Holker Hall and Gardens, Stott Park Bobbin Mill, Sizergh Castle and Levens Hall are all within easy reach by car, with no need to navigate through busy tourist areas.