No. 43 Ironworks, Ironworks Road, Backbarrow, LA12 8RF

Home
* Built in 2020 - ready to go!
* An ideal primary residence or second home investment opportunity
* Prime location - close to the centre of the Lake District National Park
* An attractive investment and income opportunity
* Kitchen - built in fridge freezer/oven/ hob/ dishwasher/ washer/ dryer
* Double glazed windows
* Leasehold

Services
* Mains electric
* Mains water
* Mains drainage
* Good Internet speed
* Most mobile phone providers reach the home

Grounds & Location
* One Private parking space plus visitor's space
* Set within the Ironworks development
* Communal grounds
* Walks from the front door

Set on the banks of the River Leven, within the Lake District National Park, No. 43 Ironworks is an immaculate top-floor apartment with a wonderfully easy relationship to the landscape around it. Part of a distinctive development in the small hamlet of Backbarrow, the home combines contemporary interiors with river views, countryside walks and some of the southern Lakes' best-known destinations close at hand.

Beautifully presented and thoughtfully arranged, the apartment has a calm, understated feel. Its position on the top floor brings a welcome sense of privacy, while windows and roof lights draw daylight into the rooms and connect the interior with the changing Lakeland skies.

For those looking for a manageable Lake District base, an established holiday let or simply somewhere to enjoy without compromise, 43 Ironworks offers considerable flexibility.

The main living area forms the natural heart of the home, combining sitting, dining and kitchen spaces within one sociable setting. It feels bright and inviting, with a generous roof light complemented by a window looking across the River Leven.

There is plenty of room to settle into the rhythm of Lake District life here. Mornings might begin quietly with coffee beside the window, while evenings can be spent watching the light soften over the river after a day on the fells.

The open arrangement makes particularly good use of the apartment's proportions. It is comfortable enough for relaxed evenings at home yet equally suited to sharing supper with friends or returning after dinner in nearby Cartmel or Newby Bridge.

Positioned alongside the living and dining area, the kitchen has been designed with both appearance and practicality in mind. Silestone worktops provide a crisp finish, complemented by an excellent range of wall and base cabinetry.

Integrated appliances include an oven, induction hob, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and washer/dryer, creating a kitchen that feels pleasingly uncluttered. Natural light flows through from the adjoining living space, allowing the kitchen to remain connected to the rest of the room rather than feeling tucked away.

It is an arrangement that works particularly well in an apartment of this scale. Everything has its place, while the open design leaves the main living space feeling generous and relaxed.
The double bedroom offers a comfortable retreat, with two Velux windows bringing natural light from above. Integrated blinds allow the room to become quiet and restful when required, while recessed lighting keeps the finish clean and simple.

A beautifully finished shower room completes the accommodation. The white suite includes a WC, wash basin and fully tiled shower enclosure. A mirrored wall cabinet, heated towel rail, tiled floor and rooflight combine practicality with a smart, contemporary finish.

Outside, the landscaped communal grounds surround the development and provide an attractive setting beside the River Leven. The apartment also has an allocated parking space, visitor parking and access to communal bike storage, a particularly useful addition for anyone keen to explore the surrounding countryside on two wheels.

The setting gives 43 Ironworks much of its character. Backbarrow sits between the southern reaches of Windermere and the Furness peninsula, offering excellent access to the Lakes while retaining a quieter, more tucked-away atmosphere.

Countryside walks can begin almost from the doorstep, with routes towards Bigland Hall and Bigland Tarn, as well as the Cumbria Coastal Way. The river itself provides an ever-changing backdrop, bringing a sense of movement and nature to everyday life.

The surrounding area offers an enviable mix of landscape, food and leisure. Nearby, the Whitewater Hotel has spa and leisure facilities, while the Lakeside and Haverthwaite Steam Railway provides one of the most charming ways to travel through this part of the Lakes.

Fell Foot, at the southern end of Windermere, is within easy reach for lakeside walks, paddleboarding and picnics beside the water. Newby Bridge is also close by, with The Swan Hotel offering dining, a spa, gym and marina in a handsome riverside setting.

For wider amenities, the towns of Bowness, Windermere, Grange-over-Sands and Ulverston are all readily accessible, while the A590 provides straightforward connections beyond the National Park.

There is little here demanding attention and much to enjoy. With the river below, countryside beyond and some of the southern Lakes' most appealing destinations close at hand, this is a beautifully considered home from which to make the most of the landscape.


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Tenure: Leasehold (999 years)