
Barn Hey is a spacious four-bedroom holiday cottage in Allithwaite, Cumbria. Just a mile from Cartmel and surrounded by the stunning Lake District landscape, this property offers room for eight guests across four comfortable bedrooms. The cottage combines traditional charm with modern comforts and sits in a perfect spot for exploring the southern Lakes. Fancy a dip? The wood-fired hot tub is waiting for you!
The cottage sits in an ideal location with Grange-over-Sands just 2 miles away and the beautiful Cartmel Peninsula within easy reach. Two dogs are welcome to join your holiday adventures, with plenty of walks right from your doorstep.
Barn Hey is a spacious four-bedroom holiday cottage in Allithwaite, Cumbria. Just a mile from Cartmel and surrounded by the stunning Lake District landscape, this property offers room for eight guests across four comfortable bedrooms. The cottage combines traditional charm with modern comforts and sits in a perfect spot for exploring the southern Lakes. Fancy a dip? The wood-fired hot tub is waiting for you!
The cottage sits in an ideal location with Grange-over-Sands just 2 miles away and the beautiful Cartmel Peninsula within easy reach. Two dogs are welcome to join your holiday adventures, with plenty of walks right from your doorstep. After a day of exploring, the local pub is just a short (slightly precarious) stroll away - perfect for when you can't be bothered to cook but can definitely be bothered to drink.
Inside Barn Hey, you'll find four bedrooms - two king-size and two doubles - providing ample space for families or groups. The property features two bathrooms: one with bath, separate shower and WC, plus an additional shower room. The well-equipped kitchen includes an electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge-freezer and dishwasher. There's even a utility room with an AGA, washing machine and tumble dryer.
Nearby attractions include Grange-over-Sands (2 miles, 5-minute drive), the picturesque Cartmel Peninsula (3.5 miles, 10-minute drive), Humphrey Head (2 miles, 5-minute drive) and Ulverston (13 miles, 25-minute drive). The Lake District hotspots of Bowness-on-Windermere, Hawkshead and Coniston are all within 20 miles.
Barn Hey is perfect for family gatherings or friend reunions. With its enclosed garden, BBQ area and that glorious hot tub, you might spend more time at the cottage than exploring the Lakes!
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Grange-over-sands, Cumbria13°C
Light drizzle
Updated: 18 Sep 2026, 2:48am
Low Croft Torpenhow is located in one of England's darkest sky areas, making it exceptional for stargazing from the hot tub.
The Bortle scale measures night sky darkness from 1 (darkest) to 9 (brightest urban):
The Milky Way is visible overhead, though light domes may be visible on the horizon towards larger towns.
The Milky Way is visible on clear, moonless nights.
31m
(102 feet above sea level)
Low Croft Torpenhow sits in a peaceful Cumbria setting, perfect for a relaxing hot tub getaway.
Latitude: 54.1782510° N | Longitude: 2.945711° W
Today's sun times for Grange-over-sands (Friday, 18 September 2026):
5:48am
Sunrise
5:23pm
Golden Hour
6:23pm
Sunset
This month in Grange-over-sands, you have approximately 12.57 hours of daylight. The shortening days create the perfect excuse for earlier hot tub sessions.
Everything you need to know before you arrive at Low Croft Torpenhow.
Signal Strength
Good
Mobile signal is generally good in this area across most networks.
Discover why our guests keep coming back to Barn Hey
Guests repeatedly mention the thoughtful welcome basket waiting on arrival - a lovely touch that starts your holiday right.
The wood-fired hot tub gets rave reviews, especially after long walks. Perfect for relaxing even on cold October days.
Multiple reviews highlight the "extremely comfy" beds - essential for recharging after Lake District adventures.
Groups love the generous space throughout the cottage, with plenty of room for everyone to relax without feeling cramped.
The Pheasant Inn is just a short walk away, offering great food and a friendly atmosphere when you don't feel like cooking.
Guests consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of Barn Hey, with one reviewer scoring it 4.9 for overall cleanliness.
Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat
To reach Barn Hey by car, follow the A590 towards Grange-over-Sands, then take the B5277 to Allithwaite. The cottage is easily accessible from major routes and you'll have convenient parking on site when you arrive.
For rail travellers, Grange-over-Sands station is just 2 miles away, with connections to the West Coast Main Line. From there, a short taxi ride will take you directly to Barn Hey in Allithwaite.
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