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The Wheat Shed is a semi-detached barn conversion on a working farm in Calthwaite, Cumbria, sleeping up to 8 guests across 4 bedrooms. Set within the grounds of a farm surrounded by open countryside, it sits just 10 miles from Penrith with the Lake District easily within reach. This is a proper countryside escape with real farm life on your doorstep beef cattle, sheep and arable fields surround the property along with wildlife including deer, swans and woodpeckers.
The farm setting gives this place a genuinely peaceful feel. You're in rural Cumbria with woodland on site, open fields all around and the Lake District a short drive away.
The Wheat Shed is a semi-detached barn conversion on a working farm in Calthwaite, Cumbria, sleeping up to 8 guests across 4 bedrooms. Set within the grounds of a farm surrounded by open countryside, it sits just 10 miles from Penrith with the Lake District easily within reach.
This is a proper countryside escape with real farm life on your doorstep beef cattle, sheep and arable fields surround the property along with wildlife including deer, swans and woodpeckers.
The farm setting gives this place a genuinely peaceful feel. You're in rural Cumbria with woodland on site, open fields all around and the Lake District a short drive away.
Sailing on Ullswater and launch trips are within easy reach.
The accommodation sleeps 8 across 4 bedrooms. There's a ground floor king-size bedroom with an en-suite wet room ideal for those with restricted mobility. Upstairs you'll find two further king-size rooms (one en-suite wet room) plus a twin room with two singles.
Three bathrooms in total.
Nearby attractions include Ullswater (12 miles), Penrith Castle (10 miles), Rheged Discovery Centre (9 miles) and Lowther Castle (8 miles). All under 25 minutes by car.
The private 8-person hot tub and enclosed garden with zip wire make The Wheat Shed brilliant for families and groups.
Book it alongside The Bothy next door and you can accommodate 12 guests total.
What makes The Wheat Shed a brilliant stay?
The property sits within a real working farm with beef cattle, sheep and arable fields. Deer, swans, woodpeckers and geese are regularly spotted on site.
A ground floor king-size bedroom with en-suite wet room makes this property genuinely accessible for guests with restricted mobility.
The enclosed garden includes a zip wire kids will love it and parents will appreciate the fully enclosed space for safe outdoor play.
The Lake District is within easy reach with sailing on Ullswater, launch trips and walking trails all accessible within a short drive.
The Wheat Shed can be booked alongside The Bothy a semi-detached bungalow sleeping 4 giving a combined capacity of 12 guests for larger groups.
Find your way to your perfect hot tub retreat
To reach The Wheat Shed by car, head for Calthwaite village in Cumbria. The property sits within the grounds of a working farm and has on-site parking for up to 4 vehicles. Please note that electric vehicle charging is not available at this property.
The nearest railway station is Penrith, approximately 10 miles from the property. From Penrith station a taxi will get you to the farm in around 15 to 20 minutes depending on traffic.
Things to do and places to visit near The Wheat Shed
Discover why this cottage is the one for your party or family...
The enclosed garden has a zip wire which kids will love. A travel cot and highchair are available and a stairgate can be requested. The working farm has swans, ducks, geese, deer and woodpeckers to spot. Ullswater boat trips and Lowther Castle are both under 30 minutes away.
Two of the three king-size rooms have en-suite wet rooms. The Lake District is 20 minutes away for walks, boat trips on Ullswater and evenings in Penrith.
Great places to eat and drink near The Wheat Shed
What you can reach on foot from The Wheat Shed
A short walk away you'll find the footpaths of Calthwaite village with open countryside and farm tracks leading into the surrounding fields and woodland. The nearest pub and restaurant is just 1½ miles away a short drive or a pleasant walk.
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