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OAK COTTAGE, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Backbarrow
Cottage in Ulverston with kitchen and furnished balcony
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10160 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
- Place, Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway
- Place, Lakeside Windermere Ferry Landing
- Place, Cartmel Racecourse
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
Bedroom 4
1 King Bed
Bedroom 5
1 King Bed
3 bathrooms
En-suite Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
En-suite Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
En-suite Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
OAK COTTAGE, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Backbarrow
This stone cottage is close to the village of Backbarrow near to Newby Bridge and can sleep ten people in five bedrooms.
Oak Cottage is situated close to the village of Backbarrow just one mile from Newby Bridge in Cumbria. The cottage can sleep ten people in five double bedrooms all of which are en-suite. Also in the cottage is an open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburner. Outside is off road parking for four cars and a private patio with hot tub, furniture and BBQ. Oak Cottage is a lovely base from which to explore this fabulous part of the country.
Amenities: Bio-mass central heating with ground floor underfloor heating 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 stove inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot and highchair on request. Off road parking for 5 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/take on-site and hot tub, children must be supervised at all times. Note: There are also stone steps from the front door down to garden. Note: Max 10 guests and 1 infant. 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.
Oak Cottage is situated close to the village of Backbarrow just one mile from Newby Bridge in Cumbria. The cottage can sleep ten people in five double bedrooms all of which are en-suite. Also in the cottage is an open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburner. Outside is off road parking for four cars and a private patio with hot tub, furniture and BBQ. Oak Cottage is a lovely base from which to explore this fabulous part of the country.
Amenities: Bio-mass central heating with ground floor underfloor heating 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 stove inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot and highchair on request. Off road parking for 5 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/take on-site and hot tub, children must be supervised at all times. Note: There are also stone steps from the front door down to garden. Note: Max 10 guests and 1 infant. 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.
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
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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
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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. Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway and Cartmel Priory are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Lakes Aqaurium and Cartmel Cheeses. Raw War Paintball and Yewbarrow House Gardens are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
Ulverston, Cumbria & The Lake District
What's nearby
- Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
- Lakeland Motor Museum - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
- Lakeside Windermere Ferry Landing - 8 min drive - 6.6 km
- Cartmel Racecourse - 15 min drive - 7.4 km
- Coniston Water - 20 min drive - 17.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Tide Cafe - 14 min drive
- Pig and Whistle - 13 min drive
- Haverthwaite Railway Station Cafe - 6 min drive
- The Royal Oak - 11 min drive
- McDonald's - 13 min drive
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Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
15 September 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
About the host
Hosted by Sykes Holiday Cottages
Over three floors. Five bedrooms with Smart TV: 2 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 bath, shower over, basin and WC, 1 x second floor king-size double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x second floor super king-size double(zip/link, can be twin on request) with en-suite shower, basin and WC. First floor basin and WC. First floor open plan living area with kitchen with breakfast bar, dining area and sitting area with woodburner. First floor utility. Please note two of the bedrooms do not have on-suite but do have private bathrooms
What makes this property unique
Bio-mass central heating with ground floor underfloor heating 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 stove inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot and highchair on request. Off road parking for 5 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/take on-site and hot tub, children must be supervised at all times. Note: There are also stone steps from the front door down to garden. Note: Max 10 guests and 1 infant. Any stag, hen, or similar parties are for over 30 year olds only. 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
Please call Reservations to make this booking on 01244 345700
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