Derwentwater is known for its wonderful scenery, as its surrounded by Fells (hills) and with a lot of the Derwentwater slopes being wooded.

A regular passenger launch operates on the lake, taking passengers between various landing stages. There are seven lakeside marinas, the most popular stops being: Keswick, Portinscale and the Lodore Falls, from which boats may be hired.

Find a great selection of cottages and apartments in Derwentwater below.

11 Elm Court, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Situated on the fringe of the town, this luxurious apartment, which is in a block known as Elm Court apartment offers the best of both worlds, in that it has all the amenities of the town centre close at hand and yet an almost country location with v... more

Penfold, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Penfold benefits from a central location, only 2 minutes walk from both the town centre and Fitz Park and 10 minutes from the lake. It provides an excellent base to walk the north Lakeland fells, with the bonus of Keswicks wide ranging amenities on t... more

Daffodil Bank, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Daffodil Bank is a stunning lakeland stone fronted detached property in an elevated position on the edge of Keswick, with glorious views across the town to the surrounding fells and lakes. The house was originally the owners family home and exudes qu... more

Laal Yan, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Laal Yan is Cumbrian Dialect for little one, which aptly describes this charming, cosy, character cottage. It is ideally situated in a small terrace of similar cottages, a short level stroll from the town centre. It has the benefit of parking provide... more

2 Windsor House, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

A ground floor apartment in a charming Lakeland Stone Victorian Town House, which is situated in Keswick town centre. With period features, high ceilings and bay window the apartment is furnished to a high standard throughout. Windsor House lies just... more

Greta Hall Coach House, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

This Grade 1 listed building is regarded as one of the most important literary buildings in the UK, frequented by the likes of Wordsworth, Lord Byron, Wilberforce, Keats, Shelley, Sir Walter Scott and many others. Greta Hall benefits from a central y... more

Keswick Boat House, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

There are many wonderful walks from the doorstep around the lake, both low level or high peaks for the more energetic. The renowned Theatre by the Lake, The Keswick Tea Gardens and Hope Park are all within 200 yards and Keswick Town centre with its m... more

3 Harney Peak, Portinscale

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Situated in the centre of Portinscale, a peaceful village within walking distance of Keswick, this former Lakeland hotel was converted and fully refurbished to a high standard in 2004. No. 3 is a ground floor apartment with gas central heating and ... more

Serendipity, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

This purpose built first floor 2 bedroom apartment is situated in a quiet residential area 5 minutes walk from Keswick Town Centre and all amenities and only yards from the Convention Centre. It provides an ideal base for exploring the whole of Lakel... more

Bunbury Cottage, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Strictly speaking, a ground floor flat but with all the character and internal appearance of a true Lakeland Cottage. The name Bunbury Cottage, was inspired after reading The Importance of Being Earnest as escape to the country, seemed an appropriate... more

Squirrels Leap, Burnside Park

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Those who are in love with the great outdoors will find the location of Burnside Park the perfect place to stay. This luxury pine log cabin is equipped for every modern day convenience and comfort. Situated in landscaped grounds at the foot of Latrig... more

Squirrel Nutkin, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Squirrel Nutkin has been recently refurbished to make an ideal modern holiday home in a quiet location, near the leisure pool, Keswick adventure centre, walks up Latrigg, Skiddaw and along the old railway line. The centre of Keswick, with its vast ra... more

Latrigg View, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

A tastefully renovated upside down house with imaginatively designed accommodation on two levels. The living areas on the upper floors take advantage of the view over the rooftops to the nearby fells. The Lakeland stone fronted cottage is situated in... more

Marleys Den, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Situated in the heart of Keswick town centre, Marleys Den is a luxuriously appointed 2 bedroomed apartment situated on the 1st and 2nd floor. This spacious apartment has undergone complete refurbishment with quality being the theme throughout, thus ... more

Greta Hall - Coleridge Wing, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Home of the Lake Poets, Samuel Taylor Coleridge and Robert Southey, Greta Hall is now a large family home, with 2 extremely comfortable self catering cottages attached, The Coleridge Wing and The Old Wash House. This Grade 1* listed building is regar... more