Title: This charming second floor apartment has unrivalled views of the River Leven. - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=60630539&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. ## Photo gallery for This charming second floor apartment has unrivalled views of the River Leven. ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets - This charming second floor apartment has unrivalled views of the River Leven. (Backbarrow)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60640000/60630600/60630539/c05c79b2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Living area - This charming second floor apartment has unrivalled views of the River Leven. (Backbarrow)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60640000/60630600/60630539/5baea594.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Oven, dishwasher, freezer - This charming second floor apartment has unrivalled views of the River Leven. (Backbarrow)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60640000/60630600/60630539/c9887caa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets - This charming second floor apartment has unrivalled views of the River Leven. (Backbarrow)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60640000/60630600/60630539/7a65dc67.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - This charming second floor apartment has unrivalled views of the River Leven. (Backbarrow)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60640000/60630600/60630539/18cb310b.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. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Parking available ## 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 ![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17430000/17429900/17429872/148456b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Dunes Hotel Barrow-in-Furness - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.6 Excellent 248 reviews CA $127 CA $153 total includes taxes & fees Mar 20 - 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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 Ulverston is home to this cottage. Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway and Lakeland Motor Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Lakes Aqaurium and Raw War Paintball. Cartmel Cheeses and Yewbarrow House Gardens are also worth visiting. [Visit our Backbarrow travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Backbarrow.dx6049506) [View more Cottages in Backbarrow](https://www.expedia.ca/Backbarrow-Cottages.d6049506-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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 - ![In inclement weather the Motor Museum is a great place to visit. Exhibits include all manner of classic cars, bicycles, motorcycles, vintage shop memorabilia and a Donald Campbell Bluebird exhibition. There's a large cafe too and all are dog friendly. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621533024778/3f1a377b-1270-4fd1-ad3c-221d77a35d71.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lakeland Motor Museum 9 min walk \- 0.8 km - ![Lakeside showing railway items and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532493304/215fce53-d975-4eb9-9029-306a3f94537a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway 12 min walk \- 1.0 km - ![Autumn at Lake Windermere, Cumbria, UK. A beautiful sunny day in the English Lake District., Shutterstock ID 713135047, Purchase Order: SP-1896 , Order Number: SP-1896 Go Guides, Client/Licensee: Hot](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621563222832/6c0c8576-0ab9-44a4-a3ef-e306bc5dc5ff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Windermere 4 min drive \- 5.3 km - ![A short walk from the course](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6088037/7f8d2a2b-33ce-4d36-8e61-19044d421cb1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Cartmel Racecourse 14 min drive \- 14.9 km - ![#Coniston #lake #LakeDistrict #Cumbria #TheLakes #home #photography #view #sunset ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087991/1dec96f6-5219-4de8-83b4-adf82cd70ea0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Coniston Water 16 min drive \- 15.9 km ### Getting around - Ulverston Station 13 min drive ### Restaurants - Tide Cafe 11 min drive - Pig and Whistle 12 min drive - The Commodore Inn 11 min drive - Fish Over Chips 12 min drive - The Royal Oak 8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is This charming second floor apartment has unrivalled views of the River Leven. pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at This charming second floor apartment has unrivalled views of the River Leven.? ### What time is check-out at This charming second floor apartment has unrivalled views of the River Leven.? ### Where is This charming second floor apartment has unrivalled views of the River Leven. located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## This charming second floor apartment has unrivalled views of the River Leven. Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Ruth Butler May 6, 2025 #### The old ironworks is an interesting historic site and the property is conveniently placed to explore 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. ##### Ruth Butler ### 10/10 Excellent #### Graham E. Oct 9, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend trip to Backbarrow Lovely studio flat overlooking a river. Very clean and everything you would need. ##### Graham E. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### George Hoult May 6, 2025 #### We had a fabulous week at Riverview Apartment and couldn’t really fault it’s facilitie We had a fabulous week at Riverview Apartment and couldn’t really fault it’s facilities. It was an ideal base for exploring the southern Lake District, which was what we wanted to do. The apartment complex was quiet and easy to find. We would definitely consider re-booking if we ever wanted to visit the are again. ##### George Hoult This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tim Bateson Oct 2, 2025 #### Lovely clean and modern holiday let. Lovely clean and modern holiday let. Ideal for two people. Would recommend to anyone wanting to explore the south lakes area. ##### Tim Bateson ### 10/10 Excellent #### Monique H. Dec 6, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely modern apartment Overall great space and facilities. Bed was quite small and perhaps sugar and tea bags can be provided. Would stay again if going to the area in the future. ##### Monique H. 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