Ashtree Barn

Ashtree Barn is a beautiful conversion in a lovely peaceful setting .

Very comfortable with lovely homeware and delightful seating area looking over the field.

Ingrid was super friendly.

Thought of everything for arrival. Fresh bread, biscuits, tea, coffee, jam, milk and butter. Parking disc to use in the area, leaflets for the area. Property was spotless and fully equipped. Would highly recommend this property.

We had a wonderful week at your beautiful cottage.

Everything was perfect and the welcome pack was much appreciated. The host was very friendly and we would love to return.

We are a family of four and stayed at Ashtree Barn during the last week of May 2026.

The property is beautifully situated right at the entrance to Great Asby village and is absolutely stunning. It has been renovated to a high standard, offering a perfect blend of modern luxury and traditional character. Upon arrival, we were warmly greeted by Ingrid, who kindly showed us around the house. She had also thoughtfully left us essentials like milk, bread, and butter, which was a wonderful touch after our long journey from London. The property itself is beautifully designed and exceptionally spacious that our two young children spent the whole time happily running around. Every room is bright and flooded with ample natural light, and the underfloor heating throughout the kitchen and walkways made the place feel incredibly cozy. The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you could possibly need, the beds were large and comfortable, and we enjoyed the lovely garden. Logistically, the place is fantastic. It features ample private parking, allowing you to park your car right outside the front door, which made unloading a breeze. Location-wise, it served as the perfect, idyllic base for us to explore both the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales. As a bonus, there is a lovely local pub just a two minute walk away. You can see it through the porch window, but because there is a large field separating it from the house, you can't hear a thing. While we didn't visit, it looked lovely with people enjoying drinks outside on a sunny day. We had a wonderful stay and highly recommend it!

Ashtree Barn is a gem.

From the view from the kitchen window of sheep grazing to the comfortable beds; from the thoughtful orange juice and milk in the fridge to the books and games for those wet afternoons, Ashtree Barn was the perfect holiday destination. The welcome from Ingrid could not have been warmer, even though we were two hours later than planned. Clean, comfortable, well-equipped, pretty village with friendly pub, views all around - highly recommended.

This was our first visit to the North West, and we couldn’t have chosen a more picturesque, idyllic place to stay.

The location is truly beautiful, set within a small, friendly village with a quaint stream and a charming pub just a two-minute walk away. The accommodation itself is equally impressive. We received a warm welcome from our host, Ingrid, and immediately felt at home. Everything was spotless, cosy, and very well equipped, with reliable WiFi and thoughtful complimentary touches in the kitchen, which were much appreciated. It was the perfect base for exploring the Lakes and the Dales, and we loved returning each day to the comfort of underfloor heating, a log burner and a wonderfully cosy bed. We would wholeheartedly recommend this five-star accommodation and would love to return in the future.

We have just returned from a lovely week in Ashtree Barn.

It was a great place to stay with two young children, plenty of space and with a garden for the children to run about in. Great Asby is a good location for exploring Cumbria with lots to do. We would definitely return.

A beautiful well designed spacious place.

Really blew our minds when we got there. It was also spotlessly clean (my better half has her own cleaning company and finds stuff I’d never see and she said it was second to none).The host was lovely and friendly. A nice quiet village, with a short drive out if you need groceries, with nice views and a decent pub. Downsides, none really, maybe a second tv if there is a family (made no difference to us) and the main bed was a bit saggy if we are being super picky.. Will definitely be back tho’ 10/10

An incredible property, in ideal remote countryside rural location.

Very impressive on entry, and welcomed by host, and given essential instructions/advice re heating etc… which was nice! Found layout very spacious, sofas and beds very comfortable, plenty space for clothes storage, and all you could need in the kitchen, which was great over the Christmas period! Our family really enjoyed all the games and books on offer, we enjoyed local walks around the village, and calling at the local pub, where they were very friendly and welcoming! We as a family go away every year for Christmas, in different parts of the country, and this was by far our favourite! We really enjoyed it, and would definitely look to book again… thank you

This summer our family enjoyed a lovely time at Ashtree Barn.

The house offers everything you could wish for - there are all kinds of utensils in the kitchen and around the house, as well as lots of books, games or hiking maps to give you inspiration for spending time together or on outdoors adventures. The house is beautifully renovated and really spacious and we felt very much at home. The owners are very kind and considerate and will try to help you settle in as best they can. We can really only recommend that you stay at Ashtree Barn for your holidays. Kathrin and family Diesen Sommer verbrachte unsere Familie eine schöne und erholsame Zeit in Ashtree Barn. Das Haus lässt an Ausstattung nichts zu wünschen übrig - die Küche und anderen Räume sind bestens ausgestattet mit jeder Menge Utensilien sowie Büchern, Spielen und Karten der Umgebung, was es leicht macht jeden Tag eine passende Aktivität zu finden. Insgesamt ist das Haus sehr schön und geräumig und auch gemütlich eingerichtet und wir haben uns richtig wohl gefühlt. Die Besitzerin war sehr freundlich und hilfreich und darauf bedacht uns den Aufenthalt so angenehm wie möglich zu machen. Wir können Ashtree Barn einfach nur empfehlen. Kathrin und Familie

Ashtree Barn was the perfect place for us to stay.

Spotlessly clean and very comfortable. The beds especially were extremely comfortable and we slept well. The accommodation is really spacious and well equipped. There is a patio area to sit outside and enjoy watching the sunset, the tups in the field next door and the wildlife. We were over the moon to see a red squirrel in the garden. The location was perfect to enjoy the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales. Only wish our stay could have been for longer.

Cottage wonderful.

Very comfortable and welcoming. Interior just beautiful.delight to stay there. Ingrid herself was a wonderful host nothing was too much trouble. Our very grateful thanks for a peaceful and restful stay. Best wishes Jackie and Tony.

We had a lovely week.

The barn was really comfortable, clean and spacious and only a few yards from a friendly pub. We loved the scenery around the village, as soon as we drive out of the village every view was a ‘wow’. Following a week in the lakes this was a quiet week away from it all but with plenty of beautiful walks. Thank you to Ingrid for her hospitality.

A really lovely location.

The host Ingrid was so welcoming. The barn is a delight and a great building. The local pub 'The three greyhounds is excellent. We ate there every evening , great hosts.

Ashtree Barn is a super barn conversation in a beautiful area.

The photographs do not do it justice: everything is of a high quality and there is a vast amount of storage space. Ingrid is a brilliant host, coming out in dreadful weather to greet us, dealing with our question about the oven and making sure to say goodbye when we left.

What a gem we found in every aspect, this grade 2 barn conversion is perfect every turn or step you take.

Gracious Ingrid meet us on arrival with a smile, we were shown arround a spotless and bright home for the week. Peace and privacy assured with exception from the odd red squirrel passing by and the freindly sheep going about munching on the grass. Ashley and Monty

Delightful cottage in beautiful setting, in wonderful countryside.

A most enjoyable stay.

A beautiful place to stay.

Clean and very welcoming. Well equipped for your stay. Beautiful village location, very peaceful a lovely part of the country. Excellent place for complete relaxation, or visiting surrounding villages and countryside. Fabulous walking routes.

We really enjoyed our stay at Ashtree Barn, the beds were soooo comfy it made for a great nights sleep.

The little extras of orange juice, bread, milk was a really nice touch. We would love to come back and stay again.

Absolutely five star

Beautiful barn conversion, nicely furnished throughout & very clean.

In a good location to make the most of visiting the lakes & the Yorkshire dales. Ashtree barn is in a lovely spot with a good pub called The Three Greyhounds within 100 yards, serving very good food. The owner of the barn is very friendly & helpful too. Would highly recommend.

We stayed for a week at Ashtree Barn which was an absolute delight as the barn was so lovely, warm and comfortable.

There was everything you could possibly need at the Barn, the hosts were lovely and friendly, and the location was superb. It's just a few minutes walk to the local pub where we were made to feel really welcome. It's also a really good location for local walks, and trips to Appleby and the train to Settle. We are planning another stay next year and would highly recommend to anyone considering a holiday at Ashtree Barn.

5 visits in 10 years, Byre Cottage on 4 occasions, Ash Tree Barn once.

The location, conversion and renovation design, presentation, equipment, cleanliness and welcome are exceptional. The exemplary quality has never faltered and is more deserving of a platinum/rhodium classification rather than gold.

A stunning property with everything one could need.

Beautifully decorated, spotlessly clean and very comfortable. We had a wonderful week and hope to return in the future.

Perfect in every way.

The accommodation was absolutely immaculate.

It was a beautiful place to stay and had everything you could possibly need. We hope to return.

Beautiful property, the barn was well equipped and nothing was too much trouble.

Would stay again!

Fantastic immaculate home from home property with everything you need for your stay.

Nice quiet location. Lovely host. Nice village pub a short walk away. Would definately recommend and would visit again when we visit this area again.

Amazing property with so much attention to detail.

Not only is every room gorgeous, but comfortable and so well equipped. It was very cosy and Ingrid was a lovely host. The pub up the road serves fantastic food at great prices. We can't wait to return to this quiet and relaxing cottage.

Spotlessly clean on arrival.

Beautiful barn conversion with all facilities provided for a comfortable holiday and we were warmly greeted by Ingrid who had provided an initial welcome pack which was much appreciated. One of the very best self-catering properties we have stayed in over the past 20 years and well worth the 5 star rating

We stayed here for our wedding weekend and it was everything we wanted and more!

An amazing cottage, we didn’t want to leave and will hopefully be returning in the near future. Thank you again for a brilliant stay. Hannah & Jack

Ashtree barn is an amazing place to stay.

It is completely unique and we loved every single thing about it. A very large converted barn with everything we needed and so much more. Owned by Ingrid and Terry who are such a lovely and welcoming couple. Can't wait to come again. Xx

We had a wonderful week at Ashtree Barn.

Ingrid and Tony are really lovely hosts and are very helpful with local information and places to visit. As soon as we walked in the door we were wowed with our cottage. It is by far the most lovely we have stayed in. Beautifully decorated and very comfortable. The beds are very comfortable and we had everything we needed during our stay. Underfloor heating is lovely after a cold day out along with the fabulous log fire. It is also excellent for people with disabilities, with a downstairs bedroom and walk in shower/ wet room. A beautiful village with local pub and scenic views. Appleby is nearby with a local butcher, fruit shop and an amazing bakery to stock up. Lots of coffee shops and friendly pubs. Definitely a five star cottage, we didn't want to leave.

The property was far larger and palacial than we antisipated.

Time had been spent on the Christmas decorations both inside and out. They were such a delight! making our Christmas break extra special. Our every need was catered for and the owners were near by if needed. We were lucky to have snow on our stay and made the drive across the Moorland even more picturesque. The Village had many activities for the Christmas period. We hope to be able to revisit in the future.

Outstanding cottage in a perfect setting to enable access to tour the Yorkshire Dale's and Lake District.

Our hosts were extremely helpful and available as required. Definitely looking forward to return in the future.

We had a lovely week at Ashtree Barn, probably one of the best properties we have stayed in.

Had everything you could want, with some lovely touches. Comfy beds, hot showers, plenty of outside space for grandson to run around. Ingrid is an excellent host, answers any queries promptly & on hand if needed. Welcome pack was left which was much appreciated. We will definitely return next year.

We had a lovely, restful stay at Ashtree Barn.

The property is beautiful, both inside and out, and really well equipped and maintained. The owner, Ingrid, and her husband were always quick to respond to any queries and they clearly made sure that the property was spotless before we arrived. The beds are extremely comfy too. We travelled with a toddler and newborn and the cottage was ideal for us all. It was so helpful to receive essentials (bread, milk, butter, juice, tea bags, coffee, sugar, and even some biscuits!) when we arrived. Would recommend an online shop for arrival as supermarkets are far from the village. The locals are also extremely friendly - we especially enjoyed a Sunday visit at the local baptist church just down the road. There are lovely, tranquil walks nearby and a lovely play area for children in the village. Perhaps one thing that could be added is a stair gate if there are young children staying at the property as there is a balcony and large windows upstairs. Definitely recommend Ashtree Barn and look forward to staying again!

We have all had a fantastic week at Ashtree barn.

The cottage is every bit as good as the photos. And the beds and bed linen soooo comfy. Slept really well. Nothing is too much trouble for Ingrid the owner, and I don't think I've ever stayed in such a well equipped holiday cottage. Everything is spotlessly clean and lovely under floor heating. We will definitely stay there again.

We stayed in Ash Tree Barn and I must stay the pictures in Sykes cottage do not do it enough justice.

It's huge inside and a truly beautiful cottage to stay in. The owner was also amazing for information and when we arrived late in the evening it was a lovely surprise to find that she has provided some basic essentials like milk,bread, butter and fresh juice as well as the usually teas coffee etc. I would highly recommend it to people. Plus waking up and having a morning cup of tea with the sheep in the field next to the garden was lovely

Excellent in every way, but as we are 90yrs old a handrail on the left wall of the stairs to the sitting room would be helpful.

Ashtree Barn is stunning!

The rooms seem huge and the decor is fresh and tasteful. Beds are super comfy and the kitchen is a joy to cook in. There are loads of homely and thoughtful touches, and Ingrid goes out of her way to make you feel at home and provide advice if needed. We had beautiful weather so it was wonderful to sit in the garden and watch the sheep in the field. The village is very quiet with a friendly pub 2 mins walk away - very handy for a drink and snacks.

Fantastic spotless property in a lovely quiet location.

Everything you need for a relaxing holiday. The welcome pack is a lovely touch.

A lovely place to stay.

Beautifully finished and furnished, amazing kitchen, super comfy beds and stunning living room. Probably one of the best places we have ever stayed in the UK and fully deserving of it's Gold Award. Ingrid is a lovely host and was very helpful with details for our arrival. To cap it all, the pleasure of watching sheep and little lambs on the adjacent field whilst sipping a glass of wine (or two) in the garden !!

We had a wonderful week in Ashtree Barn.

Ingrid was extremely welcoming and the property was beautifully clean, well-equipped and comfortable. The underfloor heating was one of my favourite features! Idyllic surroundings in a peaceful and quaint part of the country - what's not to love!

Fantastic accommodation in a beautiful region.

The barn is very comfortable and extremely vast (plenty of space for four to five people), with everything needed for a relaxing time. The outdoor space is great with children. The owner leaves next door and makes you feel at home. She is always available to help and provide recommendations to explore the area.

It's a totally beautiful barn conversion in an idyllic location.

This converted barn is gorgeous, immaculate and has everything u would need.

The owner even left us supplies for breakfast as we arrived late. The location is isolated and peaceful with fabulous walks or short drive to the Town centre. I would highly recommend a stay here. The owner was kind friendly and helped us with anything we asked. Xx

We have just enjoyed a week at Ash Tree Barn and highly recommend for people wanting peace and tranquility.

The barn is absolutely beautiful, and very well equipped. Nothing is too much trouble for Ingrid the owner of the property who meets you personally upon arrival. The area is surrounded by peace and quiet nestled in a tiny village with lots of beautiful walks and a local pub. Thank you for a beautiful stay.

Probably the best holiday cottage we have stayed in .

Everything was perfect the facilities the location and even the weather behaved itself. Would highly recommend this property you would not be disappointed. Many thanks Ingrid for the welcome pack and your warm welcome. Nic and Sandra

An amazing cottage with really good facilities and a friendly host.

The cottage was spotless and we really appreciated the welcome package - really useful without a local shop in the village. The cottage was very spacious and a great location for exploring the Dales and Lakes - hope to return!

Excellent large converted barn.

Spotlessly clean on arrival. Isolated location loved being serenaded to sleep and then awoken by the sounds of cows and sheep.

A wonderful place to stay with everything that you could want, and more.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would have no hesitation in returning if we were in the area again. Situated in a very quite village with the local pub, that serves food, a 100 yards down the road. There is no mobile connection in the village but the barn does have free wifi.

Very comfortable and well equipped accommodation.

Ashtree Barn is an absolute delight - the best holiday accommodation we have ever stayed in.

The cottage had everything we could possibly need, was beautifully laid out and was completely spotless and the owner was so welcoming. The village is also beautiful. We can't wait to return.

A beautiful spacious, clean barn conversion.

Changes in floor level (3 small steps into the lounge) add to the character and charm but may be an issue for anyone with mobility problems. Nice outdoor patio with bench to enjoy the sunshine. Upstairs bedroom has an en-suite bathroom with shower over the bath and the downstairs bedroom has a wet room next to it. The area is very quite and there are a variety of walks from the door or a short drive away. We would visit again.

Absolutely lovely property, outstandingly clean.

This is the first holiday accommodation we have stayed in that we didn’t feel we wanted to clean it. The property was beautiful, so clean all the facilities you could possibly wish for and a great location for the dales and the lakes. A great credit to the owner.

The cottage was way beyond what we expected!

Fabulous location but it was the luxurious accommodation that deserves six stars! Incredibly clean, warm and without exception offered amazing value. Highly recommended!

Another wonderful stay at Ashtree.

Superb in every way. Comfy beds, home from home. We would recommend this property to anyone wanting a peaceful retreat, but still within driving distance of The Lakes, North Yorkshire and Northumberland. Thank you to Ingrid and her team

Cottage was beyond expectations and absolutely stunning with so much space , would highly recommend and have done already

We had a wonderful stay, thank you

We had a fantastic time staying in Ashtree Barn.

Everything about it was fantastic. Ingrid ( I think I've got that right) the owner introduced herself we when got there and told us bits of information about the cottage, and said goodbye when we left. It was spotlessly clean. It's in a great location very quiet village, local pub had a drink there a couple of times. My only little gripe is we found the beds a little too uncomfortable for us. Would I stay here again.... Most definitely

This is our second visit to Ashtree Barn.

It is a beautiful barn in a stunning part of Cumbria. It has everything you need and more and it is spotlessly clean. The owner also provides antibacterial gel & wipes. We would highly recommend this property for couples & families who enjoy walking & relaxing.

I only say met expectations because this was our second stay at Ashtree Barn and therefore we knew what we were booking.

The first time it exceeded our expectations. The barn is just like the photos, clean, well equipped and one of our favourite places.

The barn was first class very comfortable the best holiday accommodation we have had

A beautiful barn conversion, in a beautiful little village.

Accommodation was even better than the pictures, if that's possible! Very peaceful place, with lots of footpaths to explore around. Courtyard and grass area wS great, overlooking countryside, lovely to barbecue, or chill out with a glass or two!! Lovely little village pub with homemade food, and good local beer! Will definitely be going back!!

We just wanted to leave a review of our wonderful weekend at Ashtree Barn, what a gorgeous find!

We travelled as a family of 5 including small baby and found the accommodation to have everything we could have wished for. The barn is absolutely beautiful. We loved the little touches and instantly felt very relaxed with the most peaceful surroundings in a gorgeous quaint little village. A big thank you to Ingrid who was a fabulous host making sure we were OK throughout our stay. We will certainly be back and can’t wait for our next visit!

This cottage is a credit to the owners, it is everything that is shown on the website, a really home from home place, great location for the lakes and the dales, this was our second visit and we will be back,

Property was immaculate and very well maintained.

Ingrid was lovely and would do anything to help. Would go again.

The accommodation is situated in a lovely, quiet village with a pub.

You can access walks with ease and are within a reasonable distance to all the attractions the area has to offer. We found Ashtree Barn a great place to stay. It was spacious, comfortable, very well appointed and cleaned to a high standard. The owner was welcoming and on arrival kindly left us some basic provisions plus hand sanitizer and wipes. We would definitely stay here again.

Ashtree Barn was an exceptional property - a beautiful converted barn.

It was extremely clean and had everything you would need to make it a home from home. Under floor heating downstairs made it very cosy. The bread and milk etc left by Ingrid, the owner, was much appreciated. We especially liked the secluded area out the back where you could sit. Great for breakfast outside - sheep and cows for neighbours. The village of Great Asby is very quiet - lots of good walks around -and is a great location for exploring both the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales. Penrith and Appleby good places to visit. We had a lovely lunch in The George Hotel in Penrith! We would thoroughly recommend this property and would love to go back.

It was home from home everything you could neef

When we arrived we had a brief handover chat with the owner.

It was clear she was very hygiene conscious and had gone the full nine yards in making the cottage covid safe. Then the accomadation - it exceeded our expectations by some way. It was very spacious and beautifully done. Hats off to the architect. Ingrid had left us some tea bags, milk, bread and butter, a very nice touch. We explored the village later that evening. It is very quiet. You can walk it's entire length and not see anyone else. It is also very beautiful. There are many gorgeous country walks on your doorstep and the waterfall walk recommended by Ingrid was not to be missed. We didn't try the pub but it does food including takeaway pizzas. Sainsburys deliver to your door (other supermarkets are available). We had a delivery booked in for the evening of our arrival. A day trip to Keswick in the Lake District made us glad we had chosen a quiet location. As someone who doesn't drive due to eyesight problems p, it was nice change to take the wheel and drive my kid to Barnard Castle. Of all the Cummings and goings we did, that was my favourite day out. In short, a great holiday free from covid anxiety.

The house is lovely so comfortable & cosy.

We had a lovely week & will be back! The Eden valley is beautiful with lots of wildlife. The local area is lovely for relaxing walks.