The Barley Mow

Families and small groups will find The Barley Mow works well for a countryside break. The apartment sits within a traditional sandstone farmstead in the Eden Valley near Kirkoswald, with two bedrooms (a double and a room with bunk beds) and one bathroom, sleeping up to five. You get the whole place to yourself, a fully equipped kitchen for self-catering, and a comfortable living room. Wi-Fi, heating, electricity, bed linen and towels are all included.

The layout keeps everything on the first floor. Outside, an enclosed garden and private parking for nine cars mean you can relax without fuss; there's also an electric car charging point if you need it. Dogs stay free and have access to a secure run. The surrounding area mixes quiet farmland with accessible attractions—Kirkoswald village is a short drive away with pubs and castle ruins, while walking and cycling routes spread across the valley, some gentle along the river and others climbing into the fells. Long Meg and Her Daughters, a Neolithic stone circle, lies within reach for those interested in prehistoric sites.