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ROWAN COTTAGE, family friendly, luxury holiday cottage in Backbarrow
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4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 81560.8 sq ft
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Explore the area
Ulverston, Cumbria & The Lake District
- Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway6 min drive
- Lakeside Windermere Ferry Landing8 min drive
- Cartmel Racecourse12 min drive
- Barrow-In-Furness (BWF-Walney Island)54 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
Bedroom 4
1 King Bed
4 bathrooms
En-suite Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
En-suite Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
En-suite Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
En-suite Bathroom
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Garden
Dining area
About this property
ROWAN COTTAGE, family friendly, luxury holiday cottage in Backbarrow
This corner-terrace cottage has a mostly upside down layout and is set on Bigland Hall Estate near Backbarrow and Newby Bridge and sleeps eight people in four bedrooms.
Rowan Cottage is a corner-terrace cottage set on Bigland Hall Estate near Backbarrow and Newby Bridge. The cottage sleeps eight people in four bedrooms which each have an en-suite and a Smart TV. The bedrooms include a ground and first floor super king-size double which can be twin rooms on request, and a ground and first floor king-size double bedroom. There is also a first floor utility with a basin and WC and a first floor open plan living area with a kitchen, dining area and sitting area with a woodburner. Outside there is a private patio with furniture and a hot tub and off road parking for two cars. Rowan Cottage is a fantastic cottage for a booking at any time of year. Check in and check out days are Fridays and Mondays only.
Amenities: Bio-mass central heating with underfloor heating on ground floor, radiators on first floor and woodburner. Electric oven and induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, 5 x Smart TVs with Freeview, Blu-ray Bluetooth speaker, WiFi. Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburner inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot and highchair on request. Off road parking for 4 cars. Private enclosed patio with hot tub, furniture and BBQ. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop 2 miles. Note: Fishing available on the estate tarn/lake at certain times of the year by prior arrangement with owner. Environmental license required. Note: Due to tarn/lake on-site and hot tub, children must be supervised at all times. Note: There are stone steps between the different private terraces. Note: There are two steps to the front door. Note: WiFi suitable for browsing only. Note: Maximum 8 guests including infants. Sorry, no stag, hen or similar parties. Check in and check out days are Fridays and Mondays only
Region: Impressive mountains, open fells and clear-water lakes, the Lake District has it all. From walking in the mountains to exhilarating watersports or just a gentle cruise on a steam-powered yacht, Cumbria is the perfect holiday destination.
Town: The small village of Backbarrow sits by the banks of the River Leven and the southern tip of Lake Windermere. The famous Haverthwaite Steam Railway runs close by the village between Haverthwaite and Lakeside. Enjoy magnificent views across Windermere and the surrounding fells, or visit the Aquarium of the Lakes, where the naturally themed habitats bring the history of the Lakes vividly to life.
Rowan Cottage is a corner-terrace cottage set on Bigland Hall Estate near Backbarrow and Newby Bridge. The cottage sleeps eight people in four bedrooms which each have an en-suite and a Smart TV. The bedrooms include a ground and first floor super king-size double which can be twin rooms on request, and a ground and first floor king-size double bedroom. There is also a first floor utility with a basin and WC and a first floor open plan living area with a kitchen, dining area and sitting area with a woodburner. Outside there is a private patio with furniture and a hot tub and off road parking for two cars. Rowan Cottage is a fantastic cottage for a booking at any time of year. Check in and check out days are Fridays and Mondays only.
Amenities: Bio-mass central heating with underfloor heating on ground floor, radiators on first floor and woodburner. Electric oven and induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, 5 x Smart TVs with Freeview, Blu-ray Bluetooth speaker, WiFi. Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburner inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot and highchair on request. Off road parking for 4 cars. Private enclosed patio with hot tub, furniture and BBQ. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop 2 miles. Note: Fishing available on the estate tarn/lake at certain times of the year by prior arrangement with owner. Environmental license required. Note: Due to tarn/lake on-site and hot tub, children must be supervised at all times. Note: There are stone steps between the different private terraces. Note: There are two steps to the front door. Note: WiFi suitable for browsing only. Note: Maximum 8 guests including infants. Sorry, no stag, hen or similar parties. Check in and check out days are Fridays and Mondays only
Region: Impressive mountains, open fells and clear-water lakes, the Lake District has it all. From walking in the mountains to exhilarating watersports or just a gentle cruise on a steam-powered yacht, Cumbria is the perfect holiday destination.
Town: The small village of Backbarrow sits by the banks of the River Leven and the southern tip of Lake Windermere. The famous Haverthwaite Steam Railway runs close by the village between Haverthwaite and Lakeside. Enjoy magnificent views across Windermere and the surrounding fells, or visit the Aquarium of the Lakes, where the naturally themed habitats bring the history of the Lakes vividly to life.
Property manager
Sykes Holiday Cottages
Languages
English
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Amenities
Hot tub
Washer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Fireplace
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Ulverston
Ulverston is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Windermere and Bardsea Country Park, while Lakeland Motor Museum and Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway are cultural highlights. Lakes Aqaurium and Cartmel Cheeses are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling.
Ulverston, Cumbria & The Lake District
What's nearby
- Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway - 6 min drive - 3.3 km
- Lakeland Motor Museum - 6 min drive - 2.9 km
- Lakeside Windermere Ferry Landing - 8 min drive - 5.8 km
- Cartmel Racecourse - 12 min drive - 5.7 km
- Fell Foot Park - 13 min drive - 6.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Anglers Arms - 6 min drive
- Fish Over Chips - 15 min drive
- Engine Inn - 11 min drive
- The Pig & Whistle - 13 min drive
- The Keg & Kitchen - 15 min drive
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About the host
Hosted by Sykes Holiday Cottages

Four bedrooms with Smart TV: 1 x ground floor super king-size double (zip/link, can be twin on request) with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x ground floor king-size double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x super king-size double (zip/link, can be twin on request) with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x king-size double with en-suite bath with shower over, twin basin and WC. First floor utility and cloakroom with basin and WC. First floor open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburner.
What makes this property unique
Bio-mass central heating with underfloor heating on ground floor, radiators on first floor and woodburner. Electric oven and induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, 5 x Smart TVs with Freeview, Blu-ray Bluetooth speaker, WiFi. Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburner inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot and highchair on request. Off road parking for 4 cars. Private enclosed patio with hot tub, furniture and BBQ. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop 2 miles. Note: Fishing available on the estate tarn/lake at certain times of the year by prior arrangement with owner. Environmental license required. Note: Due to tarn/lake on-site and hot tub, children must be supervised at all times. Note: There are stone steps between the different private terraces. Note: There are two steps to the front door. Note: WiFi suitable for browsing only. Note: Maximum 8 guests including infants. Check in and check out days are Fridays and Mondays only. Note: The check-in days for Christmas December 2023 are 21st and 28th December only. Please call Reservations to make this booking on 01244 345700
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English
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