
Barn Howe is a three-bedroom barn conversion sitting in an elevated south-facing position in the peaceful hamlet of Lyth, on the southern edge of the Lake District. Far-reaching views stretch across the valley towards Silverdale and Arnside from first light to dusk. Set within approximately three acres of grounds, this is a serious amount of space for a holiday let.
The Lyth Valley is quiet and rural patchwork fields, grazing livestock and distant fells in every direction. Kendal is just 5 miles away and Windermere is 16 miles. The nearest pub is 2. 1 miles away.
Barn Howe is a three-bedroom barn conversion sitting in an elevated south-facing position in the peaceful hamlet of Lyth, on the southern edge of the Lake District. Far-reaching views stretch across the valley towards Silverdale and Arnside from first light to dusk. Set within approximately three acres of grounds, this is a serious amount of space for a holiday let.
The Lyth Valley is quiet and rural patchwork fields, grazing livestock and distant fells in every direction. Kendal is just 5 miles away and Windermere is 16 miles. The nearest pub is 2.1 miles away. Walking, cycling and watersports are all within easy reach.
Accommodation sleeps up to 3 guests across three bedrooms: a super-king with en-suite walk-in shower and sofa bed; a double with Jack-and-Jill access to the family bathroom; and a twin with trundle beds. Three bathrooms serve the property including a freestanding bath and two walk-in showers.
Sizergh Castle (National Trust) is under 4 miles away. Cartmel village with its racecourse and food scene is roughly 10 miles. Lakes Aquarium at Lakeside and Holker Hall are both within 12 miles. Levens Hall is under 5 miles.
Barn Howe suits families or groups wanting space, views and a private hot tub on a south-facing terrace. Two sitting rooms, an electric Aga and a woodburning stove make this a genuinely comfortable base year-round.
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Kendal, Cumbria12°C
Mainly clear
Updated: 22 Jul 2026, 2:48am
Riverside Retreat - Grange 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.
38m
(125 feet above sea level)
Riverside Retreat - Grange sits in a peaceful Cumbria setting, perfect for a relaxing hot tub getaway.
Latitude: 54.2887753° N | Longitude: 2.8347452° W
Today's sun times for Kendal (Wednesday, 22 July 2026):
4:05am
Sunrise
7:30pm
Golden Hour
8:30pm
Sunset
This month in Kendal, you have approximately 16.42 hours of daylight. The long summer days mean extended evening activities before the hot tub beckons.
Everything you need to know before you arrive at Riverside Retreat - Grange.
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Mobile signal is generally good in this area across most networks.
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A private hot tub sits on the south-facing terrace with far-reaching views across the Lyth Valley towards Silverdale and Arnside.
Approximately three acres of lawned grounds give children and adults plenty of room to roam with a grass area ideal for a kickabout.
The open-plan kitchen features an electric Aga alongside a double Ninja air fryer and microwave great for sociable cooking with large windows framing the landscape.
Fuel, power and a starter pack for the woodburning stove are all included in the rent perfect for cosy evenings in.
Every bedroom has White Company hand wash, hand cream and night-time sprays included as standard a genuinely thoughtful touch.
The living areas open fully onto the garden via wide bi-folding doors, connecting the inside directly to the terrace and views beyond.
Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat
Barn Howe sits in the hamlet of Lyth in the Lyth Valley, south of Kendal. From Kendal, take the A590 and follow signs towards Levens and Lyth Valley. The property has off-road parking for up to five cars on arrival.
The nearest railway station is Oxenholme Lake District, approximately 6 miles from the property and well connected to the West Coast Main Line. From there, a local taxi will get you to Barn Howe in around 15 minutes.
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