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.

Raphaels Cottage, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Raphaels Cottage is a beautiful two bedroom holiday cottage of superb quality. It is located just off the town centre, with all amenities on the doorstep so is ideal for guests reliant on public transport. The cinema is 2 minutes walk away and the Th... more

The White Cottage, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Externally The White Cottage looks like a typical small terraced cottage, however when you step through the door it is like walking in to a tardis. The Lounge/diner and master bedroom are extremely spacious and the accommodation is tastefully decor... more

Carthwaite, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Newly built in 2005 Carthwaite is a 4 bedroom terraced property, superbly equipped and comfortably furnished throughout. Equipped for 6 people with the added flexibility of a 7th bed, the house is ideal for the larger family or possibly 2 smaller fa... more

Greta Side Court Apartments no 1, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Greta Side Court Apartments have been converted from the original Pencil Mill into 1 and 2 bedroomed apartments on three floors, offering attractive accommodation on the banks of the River Greta with views over Fitz Park to Skiddaw. The apartment has... more

Brookside, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

There is an abundance of activites on the doorstep including walking oppurtunities on Grisedale Pike and Causey Pike, cycling in Whinlatter forest, immediately behind Braithwaite, and sailing on Bassenthwaite Lake.... more

Manor Garth, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Manor Garth is a spacious semi detached Lakeland slate cottage. Not only is it well situated, 5 minutes level walk to Keswick town centre, but it has the major benefits of ample private parking and a garden. The kitchen is very well equipped with all... more

Jacky Garth Cottage, Threlkeld

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

This traditional Lakeland cottage is believed to date back to 1625. It has bags of character, with beamed ceilings, feature stone chimney breast in the bedroom and an inglenook fireplace with a wood burning stove in the lounge. The furnishings are of... more

Honisters Cottage, Seatoller

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Regular visitors to Borrowdale will be familiar with the former Yew Tree Inn at Seatoller, which the owners of Honister Slate Mine have converted into the ultimate in luxurious self catering, Built in the 17th century Honisters Cottage just oozes ch... more

Latrigg Cottage, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Latrigg Cottage enjoys a central yet quiet location in Keswick town centre. The cottage was completely refurbished in 2011 to a very good standard, with new modern kitchen and contemporary furnishings throughout. It has a private parking place for th... more

Greta Side Court Apartments no 2, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Greta Side Court Apartments have been converted from the original Pencil Mill into 1 and 2 bedroomed apartments on three floors, offering attractive accommodation on the banks of the River Greta with views over Fitz Park to Skiddaw. The ground floor ... more

Wickhams View, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Wickhams View is a spacious first floor apartment which benefits from 2 parking spaces and a central location behind the main street of Keswick. The towns amenities are literally on the doorstep, from shops to restaurants, pubs and visitor attractio... more

Little Chamonix, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Little Chamonix underwent complete renovation and refurbishment in 2011 to create a superb self catering cottage. It provides generous accommodation for large families and walking groups, with good quality, modern kitchen and bathrooms. It is situate... more

Fryston Cottage, Keswick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

4 Brigham Row was originally 2 separate cottages that were converted in 2007 into one spacious 2 bedroom cottage. It is furnished and equipped to a very high standard with every modern day convenience, to provide perfect self catering accommodation.... more

2 Harney Peak, Portinscale

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

This former Lakeland Hotel was converted, refurbished and upgraded in 2004 into self catering apartments. Situated in the centre of Portinscale, a peaceful village one mile from Keswick, which has a village store with Tea room (seasonal opening hour... more

Mount Pleasant, Threlkeld

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Mount Pleasant is the pièce de résistance of our larger properties in the Northern Lakes. Its got it all, location, views, south facing, quality, space, garden and pub nearby. Renovated and luxuriously refurbished in 2011, it is situated in the vil... more