• Entire apartment
  • 743 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • River view
  • Garden
  • Swimming Pool
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
    141 Mbps
  • Free parking
  • Bath

Set in Backbarrow and only 15 km from World of Beatrix Potter, River Vista Retreat - Luxury duplex Apt - Views - Parking - Cycle storage - Spa access option offers accommodation with river views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property features garden and inner courtyard views. Guests have access to wellness packages, fitness room and steam room. The spacious apartment has 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a bath. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. This apartment is allergy-free and non-smoking. Guests can relax in the garden, swim in the pool with a view and take part in fitness classes at the property. Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Backbarrow, like walking tours and pub crawls. If you would like to discover the area, cycling, fishing and hiking are possible in the surroundings and River Vista Retreat - Luxury duplex Apt - Views - Parking - Cycle storage - Spa access option can arrange a bicycle rental service. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 119 km from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
10
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
10
Value for money
9.6
Location
10
High score for Backbarrow
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See what guests loved the most:

  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    very well appointed apartment with everything you could need. Spacious for 2 people. lovely views of the river. Hosts really helpful and gave lots of tailored advice when asked.
  • Beth
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely stay with touches such as a welcome hamper which were appreciated would recommend
  • Conor
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very clean and cosy. Quite get away which is exactly what me & my partner wanted. Hosts were great and very informative! Both enjoyed our stay.
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Lee and Wendy Smith

9.9
9.9
Host review score
Host review score

Lee and Wendy Smith
River Vista Retreat - Relax . Explore . Restore Relax - Enjoy tranquil views of the historic Ironworks site, steam trains meandering by or sit in the bay window enjoying captivating vistas of the river. Explore - Perfectly located for local attractions, relaxing or adventurous walks and exploring further afield via cycling - secure bike storage available. Restore - With high standards of furnishing feel rejuvenated in the sleek ergonomic chair or comfy sofa. Restful sleeps are assured in the orthopaedic Superking bed (or 2 singles) Zzzzzzz! Only a couple of miles from Windermere and just 20 minutes by road from Coniston Water, Backbarrow is a great spot from which to explore the southern Lakes and surrounding areas. The location of the River Vista Retreat at the Ironworks development in Backbarrow is situated next to an historic monument, which is the oldest ironworks site within the Lake District. The main products of the ironworks, established in 1711, were gun carriages, cannon and cannon balls. Its blast furnace, which was fuelled by charcoal, was one of the first to be built in the county. It has now been granted special status by Historic England, the ruins of the Ironworks site have been renovated to form an integral part of the development.
Hi, my name is Lee and I live in Bingley, West Yorkshire with my wife (Wendy) and two sons. We have a passion for food and drink and the outdoors which makes the Lake District an ideal place for us. Wendy spent most of her childhood in the Lakes and introduced the place at a much deeper level when we met. We absolutely love the Lake District now and used to hate having to leave after yet another day out and having to drive home. We just had to find a way of getting a place up here! We decided the way to do this was to set up an experience for others through AirBnb by offering a high-end, luxurious experience for other lovers of the Lake District. That is when we bought the duplex apartment within the newly developed historic Ironworks site. We understand that peoples time away from their busy working lives is precious and we launched River Vista Retreat to do our best to make sure that all of our guests have everything they need whether its access to adventure or purely for relaxation. This was when we devised the Relax . Explore . Restore concept in conjunction with my business Aspire4Health which is now an award-winning and growing family business. The River Vista Retreat is now the ideal platform to enhance the services that Aspire4Health offer with all customers getting preferential rates ranging between additional 10-20% discounts. Whether it is a base to access the wide array of outdoor adventures that the Lake District has to offer or just a place to unwind..... River Vista Retreat is perfectly located within a beautiful natural setting to do just that. The apartment is open to everyone and we aim to maximise your experience of the Lake District whilst experiencing luxury and comfort during your stay. We believe........ Our home is your home and we look forward to welcoming you!
Luxury apartment on the banks of the River Leven with uninterrupted views of the river, beautiful woodland valley and the Haverthwaite Steam Railway. River Vista Retreat is a new-build duplex apartment for two set within the grounds of the historic Ironworks site and within the Lake District National Park and UNESCO World Heritage site. Close to many top Lakeland attractions yet tucked away in a peaceful river side setting at the southern end of Lake Windermere. It is the perfect place to relax and unwind after a day exploring in the Lake District.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of River Vista Retreat - Luxury duplex Apt - Views - Parking - Cycle storage - Spa access option
Great facilities! Review score, 10

Most popular facilities
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    Fast free WiFi 141 Mbps. Suitable for streaming 4K content and making video calls on multiple devices. Speed test carried out by the host.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Coffee machine
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Tumble dryer
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    • Alarm clock
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Bath or shower
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Bathrobe
    • Hairdryer
    • Bath
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Seating Area
    • Desk
    Media & Technology
    • Streaming service (like Netflix)
    • iPod dock
    • Flat-screen TV
    • Cable channels
    • Satellite channels
    • CD player
    • Radio
    • TV
    • Pay-per-view channels
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Sofa bed
    • Drying rack for clothing
    • Clothes rack
    • Hypoallergenic
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Tile/marble floor
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Ironing facilities
    • Iron
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Outdoors
    • Picnic area
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Garden
    Indoor swimming pool
    Additional charge
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Pool with view
    • Heated pool
    • Shallow end
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    Wellness
    • Personal trainer
    • Fitness classes
    • Fitness
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Steam room
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
      Additional charge
    • Spa and wellness centre
      Additional charge
    • Fitness centre
      Additional charge
    • Sauna
      Additional charge
    Food & Drink
    • Grocery deliveries
      Additional charge
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Activities
    • Walking tours
    • Pub crawls
    • Squash
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
      Off-site
    • Canoeing
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Table tennis
      Additional charge
    • Fishing
      Off-site
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Tennis court
      Additional chargeOff-site
    Services & Extras
    • Wake up service/Alarm clock
    Outdoor & View
    • Inner courtyard view
    • River view
    • Landmark view
    • Garden view
    • View
    Building characteristics
    • Private apartment in building
    Transport
    • Bicycle rental
      Additional charge
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    • Board games/puzzles
    Miscellaneous
    • Adult only
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    River Vista Retreat - Luxury duplex Apt - Views - Parking - Cycle storage - Spa access option takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 16:00 to 22:00

    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

    Check-out

    Until 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Damage policy

    If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to GBP 295 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children are not allowed.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    There is no capacity for cots at this property.

    There is no capacity for extra beds at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 21

    Payments by Booking.com

    Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to £295 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about River Vista Retreat - Luxury duplex Apt - Views - Parking - Cycle storage - Spa access option

    • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at River Vista Retreat - Luxury duplex Apt - Views - Parking - Cycle storage - Spa access option on this page.

    • The prices at River Vista Retreat - Luxury duplex Apt - Views - Parking - Cycle storage - Spa access option may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • River Vista Retreat - Luxury duplex Apt - Views - Parking - Cycle storage - Spa access option offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Spa and wellness centre
      • Fitness centre
      • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
      • Sauna
      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Table tennis
      • Tennis court
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Squash
      • Personal trainer
      • Spa/wellness packages
      • Walking tours
      • Bicycle rental
      • Pub crawls
      • Fitness classes
      • Swimming Pool
      • Steam room
      • Fitness

    • Check-in at River Vista Retreat - Luxury duplex Apt - Views - Parking - Cycle storage - Spa access option is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • River Vista Retreat - Luxury duplex Apt - Views - Parking - Cycle storage - Spa access option is 400 yards from the centre of Backbarrow. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • River Vista Retreat - Luxury duplex Apt - Views - Parking - Cycle storage - Spa access option has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 1 bedroom

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • River Vista Retreat - Luxury duplex Apt - Views - Parking - Cycle storage - Spa access option can accommodate the following group size:

      • 2 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.