About this property
2 Bens Row is a delightful end-of-terrace cottage situated in Backbarrow, Cumbria. The property has been lovingly restored and furnished to a high standard. The sitting room is a welcoming space for relaxing after a long day, with a woodburning stove for those chilly winter months. The dining area has ample seating to enjoy a lovely home-cooked meal or to plan the day's events. Furnished to a high standard, the kitchen will inspire you to dust off those cookbooks and indulge in all the modern appliances at hand. Upstairs, there are two bedrooms; one double and one bunk room. Each bedroom has a range of modern furniture to house all your personal items. With a spacious family bathroom housing a bath and shower over. Take a relaxing soak in the tub after a long day and wash away those tired muscles. Outside, there is a lawned garden and patio area with furniture, making for a lovely space to sit out and enjoy the evening sun with a refreshing glass of wine. There is roadside parking directly outside the cottage. The property is ideally situated for accessing neighbouring towns and villages boasting wonderful historical attractions and amenities. 2 Bens Row is situated in the Lake District National Park, with well-known towns and stunning countryside scenery on the doorstep, offering explorers plenty to do and see. There are plenty of walking and cycling opportunities, and even Go Ape at Grizdale Forest for the more adventurous, just s short drive away! Lakes Aquarium at Lakeside is perfect for a family day out, and only a short drive away from 2 Bens Row. For those keen car enthusiasts, look towards the Lakeland Motor Museum, boasting a collection of classic cars, including motorcycles, pedal cars, century-old electric cars and related memorabilia with over 30,000 exhibits and a 1950s café to enjoy a spot of lunch. Avid transporters will enjoy a day out to Lakeside and Haverthwaite steam railway, just a short drive away by car. Whatever your preference, there is something in the area for you. 2 Bens Row is the ultimate countryside cottage for small families or a group of friends.
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. Bowness-on-Windermere provides a lovely day out, and the picturesque village of Hawkshead still retains the charm and character that so endeared it to its most famous residents - William Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter. Set amidst the charm of the Lake District, close to the fringe of Windermere, this attractive village makes an inspiring choice from which to forage further into a magical heartland of silver lakes, lofty towering peaks and lonely gorse clad moors.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x double and 1 x bunk room with an additional single bed.
Bathroom with bath and shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Utility.
Dining room.
Sitting room with woodburning stove
Gas central heating.
Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, kettle, toaster.
TV and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Two well behaved pets welcome.
Roadside parking on a first come, first served basis.
Lawned garden and patio area with furniture.
Sorry no smoking.
Shop 0.7 miles and pub 0.8 miles.