The Flowing River | Ulverston | Backbarrow | The Lake District And Cumbria

4.5★

2 Guests
1 Bedroom
1 Bathroom
Pets No
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Features

Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Garden / Patio
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

28 Customer Review(s)

Rory
August 2024

“Really enjoyed are stay however, there wasn’t any tea, coffee and sugar.”

Would have been a nice touch after a long drive.

Would have been a nice touch after a long drive.

- Rory, August 2024

Thank you for your feedback and we are really pleased you enjoyed your stay. Guests are always left tea, coffee and sugar to use on arrival so unfortunately this must have been missed on the changeover. We will check with the housekeeping team to ensure this isn't an issue in future. Thank you for drawing this to our attention and we hope to welcome you back soon. Property Owner
Samantha July 2024

“Loved the property & location it was in, very comfortable, loved the decor & all the pictures made if very homely.”

It was easy to find, instructions were very clear. The only downside was, thought the place was very dusty when we arrived & something very sticky was left on the floor in the hallway, so I had to clean the floor. But apart from that, lovely place & we will definately be back.

- Samantha, July 2024
Ann Maria July 2024

“A lovely modern apartment and was spotlessly clean.”

If you want a peaceful time this is perfect.

- Ann Maria, July 2024
Steve December 2023

“The Flowing River is a very well appointed apartment.”

The kitchen equipment was spot on and a nice large upright Fridge/Freezer was a bonus. Only problem there was the extraction fan. It ran but was completely ineffective and as soon as any cooking was started the fire alarms activated-even toast! In the Lounge, the large screen TV was excellent, as was the very reliable wifi. Bedroom was extremely tight for a double bed with a very tight squeeze to get around it. But bed itself was very comfortable indeed. Bathroom was also pretty good with shower-over-bath. Main problem here was again the fan. It NEVER ran. We had a major problem with the heating system. On arrival the lounge was 26.5degC and the bedroom almost as hot. The radiators were immediately switched off and windows opened the make it bearable. Once cooled, and the control system instructions were followed, the stat settings were adjusted but the lounge radiator never worked again for 6 days, so had to jack up the hallway heater and leave door open to get temp above 14degC. There was no refuse bin allocated to our apartment and there are no recycling bins. We had to take bottles, cans etc to Kendal! Two very kind Maintenance men came the day before we left, but not much they could do. They did find a bin and numbered it for us though (but still no recycling bin). They already knew the fans didn't work-said they'd been like that for ages! I fixed the heating problem myself on day 6 by removing and rebooting the main control panel after some google research!

- Steve, December 2023
Helene September 2023

“This place is beautifully equipped for a lovely stay.”

It is really difficult to put the tie backs on and off due to the small space and the thickness of the curtains.. the curtain rail is also of extremely poor quality and came off during the tie back procedure. As the bedroom is extremely small... to walk around the bed takes some good manoeuvering... therefore we would recommend that the owners look at the curtain situation...

- Helene, September 2023
Gillian September 2023

“We did contact the agency regarding certain issues: The bathroom fan was on constantly.”

(Mentioned in the visitors book in July) The shower was dripping all the time. Over hob fan not working (also mentioned in visitors book) Central heating, we could not adjust. TV we were unable to connect to any station/programme. Limited cutlery and drawer difficult to access as within another drawer! Simple instructions would have been helpful, rather than all the instruction booklets in the file. For example, opening the main front door was tricky until we read a comment made by another visitor. We were very surprised not to have been left a pint of milk as is usual in most lettings, I imagine … we regularly rent holiday lets and have always been left a welcome pack whether it be for a couple of nights or a week. One loo roll!

- Gillian, September 2023

Thank you for your feedback. We will ask our Maintenance Team to look into the issues mentioned. We take all comments on board. As the property is self catering, a welcome pack is not always provided. Toilet rolls left in the property is also meant to be a starter. The Lakelovers Owner Relations Team Property Owner
Stephen September 2023

“Great wee apartment in a quiet scenic location.”

Weather was glorious and the patio was a sun trap from around 9am til 1pm ish when it went over the building. Good bus links close by at the bypass. Haverthwaite steam train to lakeside for Windermere ferry is less than 10min walk. Apartment equipped with everything needed. Previous comments in visitor book not addressed. Kitchen and bathroom extractor not working properly. No note inside front door to say handle needs pulling up to engage lock. Soundproofing poor, could here upstairs apartment stomping about from around 7.30am, double glazing poor, could hear traffic on bypass. Overall it was an enjoyable 4 night stay and good value for money, better than a hotel room.

- Stephen, September 2023

Thank you for your feedback. We are glad the apartment had everything you needed and that you enjoyed your stay. The bathroom extractor is an 'always on' extractor that runs virtually silently and clears any steam steadily during the day. We will add some notes about how to operate the locking mechanism on the front door. We hope to welcome you back soon! Property Owner
Efraim August 2023

“Very small bedroom and bed.”

Barely space to even move around the bed... Windows aren't soundproof so can hear road noise and noise from neighbours. Otherwise its a really nice flat, very modern and clean with all facilities needed.

- Efraim, August 2023

Thank you for your feedback. We are pleased to see that you found the property to be clean and modern. We take all comments on board. Thank you- The Lakelovers Owner Relations Team. Property Owner
Sarah August 2023

“Add to the welcome pack instructions on where to find the cutlery - it is kept in the ‘secret drawer’ that I found about by ringing the office the next day after our arrival.”

I looked in all cupboards, including the dishwasher and could not find any cutlery. I had to stoop down to actually see the ‘secret’ drawer as it was described to me. Apart from that the stay was fab.

- Sarah, August 2023
Elizabeth August 2023

“The apartment was beautifully looked after and kept very clean.”

Listing was very accurate. Had a great time here.

- Elizabeth, August 2023
Paula July 2023

“Facilities were good but maintenance was poor and we had to call them about the fan in the bathroom wasn't working at all, it had been mentioned in the visitors book.”

Location of smoke detectors bad because of when a slice of toast was done smoke alarm went off ,other people in the other apartments was going off too. Location fabulous no supermarkets nearby over a mile to walk no car for a week so difficult

- Paula, July 2023
Kerry June 2023

“Lovely location with good view of the river.”

Good spot for local attractions. Apartment small but clean and mostly well maintained. I do think the bath is leaking slightly underneath though and extractor fan didn't seem to be working. It also would have been nice to be informed that would have builders right outside our door banging and drilling at 9am mon-thurs every morning and covering door and door handle with dust etc.

- Kerry, June 2023

We would like to thank you for your lovely feedback. We apologise that you were not made aware of the work going on in the building. The management company regularly maintains the communal areas but we will be asking them to inform us in future. We hope to welcome you back again soon! Property Owner
Chwee Pheng May 2023

“Instructions for the key pickup was not clear, luckily for us there are very kind "neighbors' n an onsite property manager from another development who walked around the estate to.”

Locate the lockbox! The property setup is self contained n the surroundings is unique. Overall, we enjoyed the stay.

- Chwee Pheng, May 2023

Thank you for your feedback. We are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay. We take your comments on board, and will look further into the issue that you experienced with the keysafe. We hope to welcome you again. The Lakelovers Owner Relations Team Property Owner
Pauline May 2023

“Great property great location.”

- Pauline, May 2023

Thank you for your feedback, we are glad that you enjoyed your stay. Lakelovers Owner Relations Expert Property Owner
Chloe March 2023

“We have stayed here twice now.”

We have had very good stays both times. The property is clean, comfortable and has great access to lots of local attractions. We love that it is right on the river - so relaxing! Parking is great. Lots of lovely walks near by. It's nice and tucked away even though it's close to main roads so a really nice place to have a bit of a 'busy life detox'. We would highly recommend coming here. And we will be back time and time again. We love it here!

- Chloe, March 2023

Thank you for your feedback, we are so glad that you enjoyed your return stay and that the river gives you a chance to relax. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Property Owner
Peter November 2022

“All mod cons and useful instructions provided.”

Location is great for exploring Windermere and Coniston. Short walk to the Motor museum, Haverthwaite steam railway and Aquarium of the Lakes are a short drive away. We thoroughly enjoyed our week in late November and will be coming back as soon as we are able.

- Peter, November 2022
Shelly October 2022

“Had a lovely 4 night stay at Flowing River.”

Immaculately clean, comfy and well equipped. Some fab walks straight off the doorstep and there is the steam train and ferry to explore by if it takes your fancy. The White Hart Inn at Bouth is a 5-10 minute drive away. Nice setting and does food. Nice to be away in a quiet spot away from the busy throng of the main tourist areas. A great base to explore from.

- Shelly, October 2022
Joanna August 2022

“Property was beautiful.”

Very clean and really liked the little touches such as the dishwasher tablets, washing up liquid and cloths left for us. Only downside was the instructions for the key safe. It took a while and a phone call to find the correct key safe. Where it was placed was the furthest away from the building and not clear enough in the instructions! Apart from that it is set in a beautiful place with stunning locations in the surrounding areas.

- Joanna, August 2022
Stephen August 2022

“Absolutely loved this stay from start to finish.”

Immaculate apartment in the perfect location. Will definitely be back.

- Stephen, August 2022
Abayomi May 2022

“Weekend trip @ the flowing river was worth it!”

Really relaxing and comfortable, surely will return !!! Serenity of the environ was top notch

- Abayomi, May 2022
Judith April 2022

“The property is well situated and the surroundings are very picturesque.”

It was an ideal area to explore this part of Cumbria. The property had everything required for our stay but one of the downsides for us was that that the bed was quite small and as a result we didn't sleep well. The settee in the lounge is the only "comfortable" place to relax in an evening and because of the style it was quite uncomfortable causing back & neck ache. Sadly having little sleep and being unable to relax before bed we have come home quite tired. As an observation the curtain rails are a very poor quality and are failing so it is quite difficult to draw the curtains properly.

- Judith, April 2022
Keith April 2022

“The Apartment was immaculately clean upon arrival.”

It had everything we needed for our stay. We also appreciated the Welcome Pack awaiting us. It was sufficiently spacious enough for my Wife and I, with a lovely Shower/Bathroom. We had a lovely peaceful, relaxing stay. I would certainly recommend it to anyone looking for a Break in the Lake District.

- Keith, April 2022
Jason December 2021

“Clean and well equipped.”

The location is excellent. The apartment is cold but this might be because the flats around are unoccupied and not heated, when the heating goes off it drops cold very quickly. The equipment throughout is great and well maintained, TV and Wifi are brilliant, as are washer/dryer and dishwasher, oven, hob etc. The Bathroom is large and spacious, the bedroom is tiny but there is plenty of storage. It's the perfect pad for 1 to 2 people.

- Jason, December 2021

Thank you for the great feedback - much appreciated. We leave the heating on timer so it is warm for arrival. We then encourage guests to adjust the heating to suit their needs using the panel in the hallway - all instructions are provided in the guest folder. It can get pretty cold in the Lakes at this time of year but the apartment is toasty warm with all the radiators on! Property Owner
Davd October 2021

“The apartment is warm,modern,well equipped and comfortable.”

Well located for visiting the South Lakes area. Would be very happy to stay thee again.

- Davd, October 2021
Kenrick October 2021

“Lovely property in a great location.”

The facilities were excellent meeting our needs. Only drawback was size of living room and the very small settee without any other comfortable seating.

- Kenrick, October 2021
Philip September 2021

“Accommodation was clean and comfortable and well equipped.”

It was also in a good location, however, constant noise from the main road that is just the other side of the river made it impossible to enjoy the outside patio area.

- Philip, September 2021
Brooke August 2021

“Outstanding stay at this apartment with all appliances and extra condiments provided.”

Definitely a home from home. Apartment in an excellent location with easy routes to explore the lakes further. Easy booking process. Would definitely recommend to family and friends.

- Brooke, August 2021
Nigel July 2021

“Really nice place - high standard.”

Water pressure in the bathroom is really bad, took ages and ages for bath to fill up.

- Nigel, July 2021

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Summary

Ground-floor apartment
One double bedroom
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Open plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
Electric central heating
Electric oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, Tassimo coffee machine, washer/dryer, dishwasher
Smart TV, Bluetooth DAB radio, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off road parking for 1 car
Patio with furniture
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop 2.2 miles, pub 0.7 miles
Check-in is from 4pm, check-out by 10am

The property

Ulverston 7 miles. Resting in the quaint village of Backbarrow, on the banks of the River Leven, is this fabulous ground-floor apartment, The Flowing River. Nestled in a rural location, The Flowing River is the idyllic base for an escape from reality with your significant other. Stepping inside, be charmed by the owner's attention to detail, with a contemporary décor complimented by stylish eye-catching features, where a plush blue sofa takes centre stage in the open-plan living space, inviting you to kick off your shoes and settle down for a moment of peace following a day of adventure. Tucked away at the rear of the sociable space rests a fabulously-appointed kitchen, housing all of the essential amenities required to ensure an enjoyable self-catering experience; cook up a storm and serve your culinary delights at the intimate dining table, or if you're lucky enough to experience the warmer weather, take your experience outdoors with a spot of alfresco dining, backed by the tranquil waters of the River Leven. Stepping back indoors, prepare for bed with a leisurely soak amongst the bubbles in the contemporary bathroom, stylishly tiled throughout, and retire for the evening to the thoughtfully laid-out double bedroom to rest your eyes ahead of a new day. Head off on foot and take the short stroll into the heart of Backbarrow to discover the plethora of heritage vehicles on display at Lakeland Motor Museum, or if that's not your thing, soak in the peaceful setting of the charming village as you unwind with a refreshing drink at the Whitewater Hotel. For a unique experience, visit The Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway and ride a heritage steam-hauled locomotive through the picturesque countryside, and after working up an appetite, head to the Anglers Arms to indulge in some traditional pub grub. Avid outdoor adventures are spoilt for choice with the selection of walking, cycling and hiking routes available from your doorstep; challenge yourself with a hike to the summit of Wainwright's Finsthwaite Heights, or discover the striking dam at High Dam Tarn. No visit to The Lakes would be complete without a trip to Lake Windermere, the largest lake in England; board a steamer at Lakeside Pier and travel to the popular tourist destinations of Bowness or Ambleside; a wonderful way to get better acquainted with your surroundings. The medieval village of Cartmel is within easy reach, offering stunning views of the South Lakeland fells and steeped in history, with its 12th century priory and delightful assortment of heritage buildings decorating the village square. Whether you're looking to unwind or explore, The Flowing River is a base that you'll be delighted to return to.

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About the location

ULVERSTON

Lake Windermere 10 miles; Coniston Water 11 miles.

Ulverston is a traditional market town built around a cobbled main street. It boasts a fine selection of independent shops, café’s, and pubs with open fires and real ales. There is an extensive selection of eating places to suit everyone, from fine dining to traditional pub food. Ulverston is also well known as a festival town, with events ranging from flags and walking to art and music festivals throughout the summer months and with the renowned Dickensian Christmas festival in late November. It is the birthplace of Stan Laurel and world record holder of the biggest foam pie fight in the world giving a glimpse into the fun community spirited little town. There are excellent walks around the town and beautiful countryside, with views of the southern Lake District and Morecambe Bay. Home to the deepest, widest and shortest canal, which makes for a lovely afternoon walk with a pub at the end and views over the bay. All of the attractions of the National Park are also easily reached. The Furness Coast boasts sandy beaches and good birdwatching. Nearby family attractions include the South Lakes Wild Animal Park, Lakes Windermere and Coniston and popular Birkrigg Common, with its incredible panoramic views across Morecambe Bay.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Really enjoyed are stay however, there wasn’t any tea, coffee and sugar.”

“Loved the property & location it was in, very comfortable, loved the decor & all the pictures made if very homely.”

“A lovely modern apartment and was spotlessly clean.”

“The Flowing River is a very well appointed apartment.”

“This place is beautifully equipped for a lovely stay.”

“We did contact the agency regarding certain issues: The bathroom fan was on constantly.”

“Great wee apartment in a quiet scenic location.”

“Very small bedroom and bed.”

“Add to the welcome pack instructions on where to find the cutlery - it is kept in the ‘secret drawer’ that I found about by ringing the office the next day after our arrival.”

“The apartment was beautifully looked after and kept very clean.”

“Facilities were good but maintenance was poor and we had to call them about the fan in the bathroom wasn't working at all, it had been mentioned in the visitors book.”

“Lovely location with good view of the river.”

“Instructions for the key pickup was not clear, luckily for us there are very kind "neighbors' n an onsite property manager from another development who walked around the estate to.”

“Great property great location.”

“We have stayed here twice now.”

“All mod cons and useful instructions provided.”

“Had a lovely 4 night stay at Flowing River.”

“Property was beautiful.”

“Absolutely loved this stay from start to finish.”

“Weekend trip @ the flowing river was worth it!”

“The property is well situated and the surroundings are very picturesque.”

“The Apartment was immaculately clean upon arrival.”

“Clean and well equipped.”

“The apartment is warm,modern,well equipped and comfortable.”

“Lovely property in a great location.”

“Accommodation was clean and comfortable and well equipped.”

“Outstanding stay at this apartment with all appliances and extra condiments provided.”

“Really nice place - high standard.”

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ULVERSTON