This charming second floor apartment has unrivalled views of the River Leven. | Cottage in Backbarrow

9.6 (5 Reviews) |   1 Bedroom  1 Bathroom  2 Guests
Backbarrow Cottage | This charming second floor apartment has unrivalled views of the River Leven.

1 Bedroom Cottage in Backbarrow

This charming second floor apartment has unrivalled views of the River Leven. It’s stylish and contemporary design makes it perfect for any couple.. 1 step to entrance.
All on the Second Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: 42" Smart TV
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included.. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. Riverview Apartment is based in the Ironworks Development, where still in situ is the 1711 blast furnace that was once used to make gun carriages, cannon balls and cannons. With historical monuments to the front of the building and the River Leven to the back, you really are steeped in rich Cumbrian culture! The River Leven runs from Windermere all the way to Morecambe bay, and is often used by kayakers due to its Grade Three rapids. If you are lucky you might also see jumping salmon! Backbarrow is set in the South Lakes Peninsula and is a perfect gateway to explore many popular attractions, the closest being the Haverthwaite steam railway. Take a leisurely train ride into Bowness-on-Windermere and witness the stunning landscape as you go. Just a 5-minute drive down the road and you are in Newby Bridge, popular for its fantastic riverside pubs and home to the Lakes Aquarium and Windermere Lake Cruises. Take a wonderful cruise across the largest lake in the UK over to the popular town of Ambleside. Beach 7 miles. Shop 7 miles, pub 6 miles and restaurant 520 yards.
Free WiFi

This charming second floor apartment has unrivalled views of the River Leven is located in Backbarrow. This charming second floor apartment has unrivalled views of the River Leven provides accommodation, featuring Parking, Security/Safety, Bedding/Linens, among other amenities. This Cottage features Parking, Security/Safety, Bedding/Linens, to make your stay a comfortable one.

This charming second floor apartment has unrivalled views of the River Leven has 1 Bedroom , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 2 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Backbarrow has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Backbarrow, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Parking
Security/Safety
Bedding/Linens
Fireplace/Heating
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 pm minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Reviews

Ruth Butler
May 6, 2025 11:49:32 PM
Review Score:   8
Summary: The old ironworks is an interesting historic site and the property is conveniently placed to explore the southern lakes and Ulverston. The compact accommodation has everything you need for a short stay and a lovely view of the river on a sunny day.
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