Windermere is the largest natural lake in England and is one of the country's most popular places for holidays and summer homes.

The best known towns around Lake Windermere are Ambleside, a bustling town and a great starting point for many different walks, Windermere and Bowness. You will find a great selection of restaurants, cafes, and attractions.

Find a great selection of cottages and apartments in the Lake Windermere area.

The Old Stables, Kirkby Lonsdale

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Dating back to 1750 The Old Stables was formerly the Stable Block for the nearby Sun Inn, and can be found tucked away in a cobbled courtyard in the heart of the pretty market town of Kirkby Lonsdale. The cottage is situated next to St.Marys Church a... more

Brocks Nest - 9 Badgers Rake, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Brocks Nest is a first floor apartment at Badgers Rake. The superb apartments are perched in an enviable position above the village of Ambleside with magnificent views over Loughrigg and the Fairfield Horseshoe. The apartments are in an ideal positio... more

Harwood Dale Cottage, South Lakes

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Harwood Dale Cottage occupies a gently elevated setting on the fringe of the market town of Kendal. The cottage enjoys total privacy and stunning views over the surrounding countryside towards Kentmere, the Langdale Pikes and a glorious vista of Ken... more

Cartmel Manse, Allithwaite

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Just a mile from the medieval village of Cartmel and a half from the popular Victorian seaside resort of Grange Over Sands, Cartmel Manse offers a comfortable and contemporary retreat for one or two couples or a family of 3 or 4 and your pet at any t... more

14 Printers Croft, Kendal

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Printers Croft is a in the heart of the lively market town of Kendal, just minutes drive from the Lake District National Park and the M6 motorway. The town has a great deal to offer holidaymakers of all ages, with ancient castle ruins and narrow hist... more

Maskel Beach, Baycliffe

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Location, location, location! In a peaceful, secluded location, right on the beach at Baycliff, a delightful seaside village to the south of the County, this beach bungalow will appeal to all manner of guests, from families with young children and t... more

Brantfell Retreat, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

On the first floor of this beautiful 200 year old building, Brantfell Retreat sits tucked away in a slightly elevated position above Lake Windermere. The lake and mountain views and the super location, close to Brantfell, from where there is direct ... more

Tottlebank - The Falls, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Tottlebank is a delightful, individually designed apartment on three levels overlooking Stockghyll, an area of pretty woodland and tumbling waterfalls cascading from Red Screes above to Ambleside Village and the lake below. This spacious apartment is... more

Glebe Holme, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Close to the shores of Lake Windermere and The Spinnaker Club and Marina, this lovingly restored property can not be bettered for its central position, being a short stroll from Bowness pier. One of a handful of solidly built properties, peacefully s... more

Ecclerigg, Quarry Rigg

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

This apartment is one of a group in a development known as Quarry Rigg. It is ideal for those looking for a central location within walking distance of a variety of shops and a good choice of restaurants close at hand. There is a regular bus service ... more

Calgarth, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Calgarth nestles in a row of similar, south facing, self catering cottages offering compact and comfortable bungalow accommodation, commanding glorious views over Lake Windermere towards Lakeland fells and is set on a grassy banking in front of an el... more

Fellmere, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Fellmere is a truly impressive holiday home where every thought has gone into the comfort and enjoyment of the guests who stay there. The house is of an open plan design consisting of a fully equipped kitchen and spacious lounge, and 2 delightful en... more

Beech Meadows, Kirkby Lonsdale

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

The Meadows development in the grounds of the Whoop Hall Inn is set in stunning surroundings within the beautiful Lune Valley and on the fringes of the popular market town of Kirkby Lonsdale which has an excellent choice of shops, restaurants and tra... more

Loughrigg View, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Centrally located and newly refurbished in contemporary style, this 2 bedroomed, 2 bathroomed first floor apartment has the benefit of private parking and will prove a popular addition for those seeking a base from which to explore the central Lakes ... more

Mill Brow Apt, Kirkby Lonsdale

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

The historic market town of Kirkby Lonsdale sits within the beautiful Lune Valley, between the Lakes and the Dales so enables visitors to sample two National Parks in one visit. John Ruskin was very fond of Kirkby Lonsdale and thought it to be one of... more