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Old Post Office Cottage

Backbarrow near Newby Bridge

Sleeps 4 · 2 bedrooms · 1 bathroom

Old Post Office Cottage, in Backbarrow near Newby Bridge, sleeps 4 in 2 bedrooms; the listing says it takes up to 2 dogs. The nearest viewpoint is Gummer's How, 4.9km away.

from £513 / week

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from £513 / week

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What is actually here

As listed on 8 October 2026.

Warmth and water

  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Swimming pool

Practical

  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking (for 2 cars)
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Garden
  • Enclosed outdoor space

Dogs and access

  • Dogs (up to 2)

What the owner lists

  • Exclusive: Staying at the property entitles the guests to use Cascades Spa at Whitewater Hotel
  • The facilities include the swimming pool, steam room, sauna, jacuzzi, squash and Tennis court and gym
  • Two bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor super-king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request) with Smart TV, 1 x twin (zip/link, can be super-king-size on request) with Smart TV
  • Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC
  • Kitchen
  • Living/dining room
  • Gas central heating
  • Electric oven, electric hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, kettle, toaster
  • 3 x Smart TVs, WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Travel cot and highchair available on request
  • Off-road parking for 2 cars
  • Enclosed garden patio with furniture
  • Two well-behaved pets welcome
  • Sorry, no smoking Shop 0.5 miles, pub and river 0.1 mile
  • Note: River is close by, children must be supervised when outside at all times

Within reach

Straight-line distance from the property, so allow more on the road.

from £513 / week

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Listing checked 8 Oct 2026

Base

Newby Bridge

The foot of Windermere, for low fells and a boat north.

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