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Dawn Cottage

Backbarrow, near Newby Bridge, Cumbria
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
3 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Pub nearby
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At a glance

  • Welcoming, modern, family-friendly property near a host of Lakeland attractions
  • Cosy up in front of the wood burner and watch the Smart TV together
  • Make the most of the sun in the enclosed, paved patio with outdoor furniture and BBQ

Property code: OC-LD168

Set in the small village of Backbarrow less than 3 miles from the southern tip of Lake Windermere, this delightful modern cottage makes a great base for your Lake District adventures. Providing ample accommodation for four guests, this dog-friendly cottage benefits from stylish and spacious living areas and a lovely patio garden. With stunning landscapes all around and an abundance of Lakeland attractions and amenities nearby, it offers a great balance between relaxation and adventure.

Laid out over two storeys, this smart, semi-detached cottage has sophisticated colour schemes, stylish furniture, and has been fitted out with everything you need for a comfortable stay. The inviting lounge, with its comfortable seating and warming wood burner, is the ideal spot to relax and recharge after adventurous days out. Rustle up family favourites in the kitchen and gather together to savour your creations around the dining table in the lounge. Upstairs, two good-sized bedrooms, a queen-size and a twin, offer a restful night’s sleep, and a family bathroom completes the first floor. Fire up the BBQ and make the most of warm weather by dining alfresco in the courtyard garden.

Transport lovers can hop on the steam train at Haverthwaithe (1 mile) to visit Lake Windermere in style, and visit the Lakeland Motor Museum just outside the village (0.5 miles). Lake Windermere offers a multitude of water-based activities from heritage steamboat rides to sailing, paddleboarding, kayaking and fishing. The region is filled with stunning walking and cycling trails, including Grizedale Forest (11.5 miles). Beatrix Potter fans can visit The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction in Bowness-on-Windermere (9 miles) and the author’s home, Hill Top (10.5 miles).

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 queen-size and 1 twin
  • 1 bathroom with shower over the bath and WC; 1 additional WC
  • Electric hob and oven, microwave, small fridge/freezer and washing machine
  • Welcome pack
  • Travel cot and highchair available on request
  • Wood burner
  • TV with Roku stick providing internet access
  • Enclosed patio garden with garden furniture and BBQ
  • Allocated parking space to rear, additional on-street parking
  • Pub 1 mile, shop 2 miles, beach 10 miles
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Rebecca Kenyon

This property is personally managed by Rebecca.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 20 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Wendy 11th April 2026

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Lovely cottage and location. Highly recommended.

Reviewed by Amanda 8th October 2025

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Reviewed by Gemma 13th September 2025

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Reviewed by Edward 11th September 2025

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Place needs a good clean and redecorating

Reviewed by Louise 24th August 2025

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A good home for the week, a perfect base for exploring the Lakes.

Reviewed by Ann 24th August 2025

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Beautiful comfortable cottage, clean on arrival. We did have 1 small issue which was resolved the following working day. Nice surrounding area, with plenty of interesting places to visit within a short distance.

Reviewed by Liz 20th July 2025

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The cottage is clean and basic, its in a great location for the southern lakes and the coast. The noise from the main road is loud, however the road the cottage is on is nice and quiet. The garden both front and back are dog safe, so my boys had a great time

Reviewed by Terence 8th July 2025

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Lovely cottage - clean and homely. Only slight down - no dishwasher, but I knew this before booking and still booked it - got the other half to do the washing up! Would definitely book again

Reviewed by Anthony 23rd February 2025

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Reviewed by Catherine 26th October 2024

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Reviewed by Gordon 19th October 2024

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Nice comfortable villa in a great location to explore the Lakes district. Quiet area nice neighborhood. We would recommend.

Reviewed by Georgina 17th September 2024

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we had a lovely holiday, nice location for beach, walks for our little dog.

Reviewed by Teresa 8th September 2024

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Nice clean house Reasonable location for seeing the lake district Nice safe enclosed garden for dogs

Reviewed by Dawn 1st September 2024

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Nice location and base however I do feel it was a bit pricey for a weeks stay. It would of been a nice touch to have recieved a welcome pack on arrival. All in all we did enjoy our stay. Thanks

Reviewed by Pauline 15th August 2024

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Based in a lovely area with great walks to go on. We had a few issues which spoiled our stay. Which I reported.

Reviewed by Michele 6th August 2024

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Great property that we booked very last minute. Lovely welcome pack and lots of store cupboard provisions - Salt, pepper, flour, oil etc. Well equipped kitchen. Lovely back garden to sit out in. Overall a comfortable property near but not on the main road that leads to Ulverston. Would recommend the Anglers Arms pub for good food. Will certainlyRead more stay here again if we head to this part of the world Hide

Reviewed by Rachel 3rd August 2024

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Lovely place to stay. Great base to explore the Lakes from. Some lovely places to walk to straight from the cottage. For the price charged its an excellent property.

Reviewed by Diane 14th July 2024

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Lovely cottage on the edge of the lakes very close to lake windamere and other exciting things to do. Everything you need for a family break.

Reviewed by Fiona 30th June 2024

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Reviewed by Carol 16th June 2024

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Sallys Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.