Gowan Bank Farm Ings, Kendal, LA8 9QD

Tucked away on a working farm on the outskirts of Ings, this romantic barn conversion provides the perfect retreat for couples looking to get away from it allLocated within 4 miles of the popular Lakeland towns, Windermere and Bowness, it welcomes couples and solo travellers keen to avoid the crowds yet remain within easy reach of the actionAfter adventurous days exploring lakes, fells and attractions, this warm and cosy abode is the ideal spot to rest and rechargeLaid out over two storeys, this former stable has undergone a sympathetic restoration bringing it firmly into the 21st century.

Traditional slate flooring, exposed stone walls and wooden beams adds charm and character, while handcrafted furniture gives it an opulent feelEnjoy romantic evenings in the open plan lounge/kitchen/diner, rustling up supper in the country style kitchen, savouring meals for two at the breakfast table, and snuggling by the wood burner to watch a filmWhen night falls, head upstairs to ease weary walking muscles in the free standing bathtub, before getting cosy under the covers of the super king size bedOutside, a mature garden with a patio invites al fresco meals admiring the landscape and evenings stargazing over a bottle of wine.

The property benefits from private parking for two carsThe traditional Lakeland village of Ings has a handful of amenities including a pub and brewery, with many more shops and eateries at the two towns of Windermere and BownessThe heart of the Lake District, these towns offer lakeside walks, leisure boat trips and water activities, and are the start point for many popular walksThe region is a dream for hikers and nature lovers, with red squirrels, dippers, and many birds of prey among the wildlife seen on the trails..