Title: This charming second floor apartment has unrivalled views of the River Leven. - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # This charming second floor apartment has unrivalled views of the River Leven. Cottage in Ulverston with kitchen ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60640000/60630600/60630539/9a6cb292.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Oven, dishwasher, freezer](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60640000/60630600/60630539/c9887caa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60640000/60630600/60630539/f0812b72.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60640000/60630600/60630539/18cb310b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60640000/60630600/60630539/c05c79b2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies This charming second floor apartment has unrivalled views of the River Leven. provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Kitchen - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### This charming second floor apartment has unrivalled views of the River Leven. 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 ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Freezer - Oven ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ## Similar properties ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114810000/114807300/114807300/6e793f3b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 bedroom accommodation in Bowness-on-Windermere Bowness-on-Windermere - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Parking available 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-06&selected=114807300&PinnedHotelID=114807300&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104230000/104224600/104224579/d29e6e0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Biskey Howe Central - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as Cottage Vrbo Property 1 Bedroom Accommodation in Backbarrow Cottage 1 Bedroom Accommodation in Backbarrow Ulverston 1 Bedroom Accommodation in Backbarrow Cottage Ulverston su-UK32079-UK32079 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C54.25354%2C-2.99016&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=h4yR4UiNXXYc7QjwNjk9P6PwLC0=) Backbarrow #### What's nearby - Lakeland Motor Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km - Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway - 12 min walk - 1.0 km - Lake Windermere - 4 min drive - 5.3 km - Coniston Water - 16 min drive - 15.9 km - Ullswater - 45 min drive - 45.6 km #### Getting around - Ulverston Station - 13 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Tide Cafe - ‬11 min drive - ‪Pig and Whistle - ‬12 min drive - ‪Haverthwaite Railway Station Cafe - ‬19 min walk - ‪The Royal Oak - ‬8 min drive - ‪Cartmel Village Shop - ‬13 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is This charming second floor apartment has unrivalled views of the River Leven. pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at This charming second floor apartment has unrivalled views of the River Leven.? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at This charming second floor apartment has unrivalled views of the River Leven.? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is This charming second floor apartment has unrivalled views of the River Leven. located? > Situated in Ulverston, this cottage is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Lake Windermere. Lakeland Motor Museum and Fell Foot Park are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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