Old Howgate Barn

The accommodation was excellent perfect for four adults and a dog.

A lovely quiet place to stay but was easy to reach the surrounding towns. The only thing I would mention on the accommodation description is to say that the kitchen also has an integrated freezer as well as a fridge. We were buying food before we arrived but didn't know whether we could buy frozen. Would definitely recommend this place to stay in the lake District.

Absolutely fantastic property.

It was very well equipped, immaculate throughout.The best self catering accommodation we have been to.Will definitely be booking again

Out of all the places we have stayed this really is the best ap good that we've already booked again for July and shall be booking our October trip to.

Property is stunning somewhere we would love to live. Well equipped and clean the teenager loved the Bluetooth mirrors. Cant wait to come back. 10/10.

We have just come back from a wonderfull week at Old Howgate Barn and I must say we where very happy with the acomadation.

It started off when we arrived with no electricity to the property and with the help of the owner it was soon sorted and our holiday at Old Howgate could begin and a wonderful time we had.Thank You

We had a really lovely holiday at The Old Howgate Barn.

The accommodation was a comfortable and modern country cottage with a fully equipped kitchen, cosy lounge with log burner, and 2 spacious bedrooms with en suites. Travelling as two couples with a toddler, a baby, and a dog, the layout worked perfectly for us. The accommodation felt practical, comfortable, and well-suited to both families and pets, making it easy to relax and enjoy our stay. Parking right outside the property was very convenient, and the location is excellent, with beautiful walks straight from the doorstep. With its accommodation, location and friendly hosts, we highly recommend The Old Howgate Barn.

What a delightful cottage!

As soon as we walked in you could tell that everything had been finished to a high standard. The property is modern, tastefully decorated and well-lit. The two rooms are very cosy, each with a large bed, the upstairs one a king. The bathrooms are also a modern chic design with amazing power showers. The kitchen is more than functional and has everything you need. Plenty of cooking space, all the utensils you need, even for baking. The living room is comfortable and there is a smart TV where you can log in to Netflix, Prime, or in our case, Globoplay! The road to the property is narrow and full of holes but it’s only about half a mile until you’re on to wider roads and it’s only about 10-15 minutes into Ambleside and even less to Hawkshead. The only minor complaint is that there was a slight smell of mould (couldn’t actually see any so not sure why) in one of the bathrooms which was being offset by some perfumery of some sort which sparked off my wife’s allergies, but I’d also point out that the property was spotlessly clean throughout. I would thoroughly recommend this little converted barn to anyone looking for a little bit of luxury and that added extra touch, which the owners have obviously gone to great lengths to provide. From a personal point of view, since I’m a fairly sociable person, it would have been nice if the owner/owners had popped in to say hello, but others probably like the idea of being able to find the keys in a lockbox at the door without having interact with anyone! All in all, an enjoyable and very comfortable stay, and we’ll definitely be back.

A perfect property in a perfect location with lots of walks from the door.

The photos don’t really do it justice. It’s been converted to a high standard in a very tasteful and well thought out way. From the very moment you enter you know that the owner has given a lot of thought about the design and layout. The decor is very tasteful and there is everything you could possibly need. There is even warm water dog washing facilities outside for when you’re beloved pooch enjoys the great outdoors a little too much. Will definitely be back and would highly recommend.

We had the pleasure of staying for a week and it was hard to leave !

! We booked this cottage months ago due to the great reviews it had and could see it was very popular. However, after reading the last few reviews noting some negative comments we were apprehensive about staying there but when we arrived all doubts disappeared and we were extremely happy with our choice :) I do now agree with other comments left and think there should be more basic provisions supplied. The standard of the property is excellent and it has become our favourite cottage having stayed in so many over the last 10+ years. Stunning location - close proximity to Hawkshead, Ambleside, Bowness and Windermere itself and not far from home so makes a great getaway. Thank you to the owners we really did have an amazing stay in comfort and look forward to coming back later this year. The Simons Family - Bolton -Le-Sands.

Howgate is a lovely size just a few finishing touches missing.

No real information before you go as to what they don’t supply. When we arrived there was no washing up liquid no dish cloth no logs for the fire which normally is standard in 5star properties, you usually get enough for the first night at least. The other things are just what usually come as standard. The property was mostly clean, but the loo upstairs hadn’t been clean properly and there is an awful drain smell from the shower drain. We could not have stayed up in that room it was so bad. The sofa and chairs are very uncomfortable. I don’t feel it would take much to bring it up to a 5 star standard as everything else was lovely.

Very well appointed house, but was missing a few touches.

Arriving late afternoon in in February we were surprised there were no logs provided for the log burner and no information as to where we could buy some. My husband had to go back into Ambleside in the dark to try and find some. This was a disappointing start. It would have been nice to have a welcome pack, for the standard of the accommodation we would have expected something. It's a nice personal touch to make you feel welcome. There was no washing up liquid and only one toilet roll per bathroom - these are basics we would have expected to be provided. The downstairs shower was close to flooding even after only short showers. The mold on the shower door seal was off putting. Everything else was of a high standard, so it was a shame a few small things let the property down.

Fabulous!

We loved everything about this place.

One of the best Sykes cottages we have stayed in, great parking space, very pet friendly, loved the dog welcome pack, nice and warm in the depth of another winter storm.

The owner kindly supplied us with logs during the stay for the log burner,. Very clean and well presented. Very quiet location. Unfortunately due to inaccurate weather forecast we left cone day early to avoid driving home in snow on a Friday.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Five-Star Stay We were all very pleased with the accommodation and location of the cottage – it’s genuinely one of the best we’ve stayed at.

The setting was perfect, and the property itself was very comfortable. That said, we did encounter a couple of issues worth mentioning. The upstairs ensuite had a persistent smell coming from the shower trap. This was reported, and while the owner kindly attempted to mask it with Zoflora, the odour unfortunately returned quite quickly. A few other small surprises: there were no initial logs provided for the log burner, meaning we couldn’t enjoy a fire on our first evening. And while the dog was treated to a lovely welcome pack, the human welcome pack consisted only of a packet of Tesco digestives and some long-life milk plus a cleaning pack (dishwasher tablets, sponge and cloth). None of these points detracts from the fact that the cottage itself was excellent and in a fantastic location – we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would happily return.

This is a well designed barn conversion with modern heating and a lovely wood burner.

Utility was useful for wet boots etc and nice wine cooler . There is a step down from living area to kitchen which is blind and needs some yellow tape to define it as we all nearly fell down it. We have reported it. The wood burner was left dirty and there was not enough wood for even one fire so bring some with you as being out in the stix it’s a way to get any. The usual Lakelover/Sykes standard things - cleaning and washing up stuff was lacking and it took the edge off the place for us. We’ve always been used to a lovely welcome pack at other properties . Still it was a relaxing week and would recommend staying.

has every thing u need after a long walk in the rain .

nice big drying room as soon as you walk in . rest of the barn was very clean and tidy

Amazing cottage!

We can honestly say this is the best cottage we have ever stayed in and we loved every second of our holiday here. Cannot wait to return!

Howgate Barn is a fantastic holiday house.

Just as described in the photos, perfect for a family of 3 or 4. Lovely touches such as the welcome pack for dogs and cleaning/washing up. Everything was in good order. Be aware you are in the middle of a working farm, which didn't bother us in the slightest as we live in the countryside. Dog walks from the house all need a lead due to open fields, the walk to Hawshead is very dark in Autumn/Winter so we opted for a cycle which is less than 5 minutes. Excellent food in the Kings Arms and lovely atmosphere there and in the Queen's Head. Ate in the Red Lion also which was great food though the pub could do with a but of modernising. The Outgate in was average at best, food from the freezer except the pizza which was good. Stop serving on the dot at 8pm. A great holiday and home from home (if a little warm for us! Took us a while to cool the bedrooms down!)

Perfect short stay.

Accommodation was fab, the boot room was an added bonus with the dog and she loved the welcome pack. Close to Hawkshead and Coniston (short drive) where there were some great shops and restaurants. Would 100% stay again!

property is a very smart and clean barn conversion with everything you need for a great stay.

boot room very useful after a day walking with muddy boots and damp clothing. couple of minor repairs needed and reported to sykes but didn’t affect our stay. didn’t use wood burning stove so not sure where the wood was for that, none supplied in basket.

Beautiful cottage, just same as advertised, everything we needed.

Fantastic/ great cottage everything you need for a short or long break.

Beautiful location

Absolutely loved my stay at howgate barn!

The location was perfect for fell walking not too far away and close enough for a trip to Hawkshead and Ambleside! The accommodation itself is beautifully decorated and the light from the windows really makes it feel airy and spacious. The bedrooms were comfortable And cosy and shower nice and powerful. I just loved the beams and the open plan but cosy space I have few very small improvements that are really “even better ifs”: -the salt had ran out and oil, tinfoil and baking paper would of been welcomed. These usually come as standard in holiday lets. -fans would be a great addition as it was very hot And I couldn’t open the windows due to the flies (the fly spray was welcome thank you!) -Dinning chairs and breakfast bar chairs felt quite uncomfortable so this is a suggestion to replace/invest. Beautiful property, that I would return to in a heartbeat!

Beautifully presented and very well equipped cottage.

Wonderful stay.

We stayed at this property in 2009 when it was Weavers’ Gallery and were amazed at the transformation that has taken place since then.

We were really pleased with the accommodation at the renamed Old Howgate Barn. The kitchen was very well appointed with all the utensils and equipment we needed. The house was cosy, clean and comfortable and we appreciated the welcome pack and hot shower for the dog. Great location with Hawkshead a short walk away through fields and country lanes. We will definitely be back and highly recommend it to others!

The property is beautiful in a stunningly quiet location, well equipped, clean, modern.

This property is so great, Its on a working farm which our little ones loved. 1 mile from Hawkshead and a great pub you can walk to close by. Our pup loved his welcome pack and our welcome pack was a welcome treat.

This is a beautiful property, everything has been thought of to make it a pleasure to stay here.

The lounge, kitchen and dining area all well appointed. The shower was really powerful and the bed divine. We would definitely stay here again. Really close to Hawkshead by car or walking as there is a public footpath through the fields as well. The owners are renovating buildings near by so check if a lot of building work is going on at the time of your stay. It didn’t bother us at all however. I would recommend this barn.