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.

Honeypot Cottage, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Those looking for a comfortable, central base from which to enjoy Englands largest Lake and a host of waterborne activities would be ideally suited to Honeypot Cottage, Bowness. Extremely central and at the bottom of Brantfell Road and the foot of th... more

Causeway Cottage, Cartmel

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Causeway Cottage sits in a short terrace next door to The Pig and Whistle, a traditional country pub and right in the heart of Cartmel. A level walk round the corner in to the village square brings you to a further selection of traditional pubs, some... more

Tulip Cottage, Kendal

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Just 5 miles to the North of the medieval market town of Kendal sits Low Jack Scar, a beautiful country house and estate on the banks of Bannisdale Beck and set in several acres of woodland. Guests at Tulip Cottage are welcome to meander through the ... more

2 Fairview Terrace, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Set in a conservation area at the top of the fondly named Peggy Hill, 2 Fairview Terrace is a traditional Lakeland cottage built around 1630 and the former shippen to a cluster of ancient buildings. A mere 2 minute stroll from the very heart of Amble... more

Vale View, Cartmel

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

This beautiful Edwardian property was built in 1911 by a local man who, having retired from milling due to ill health, built Vale View Stores as a local shop where the villagers could buy local produce. The local doctor also had a consulting room in ... more

Goodies Farmhouse, Firbank

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Goodies Farmhouse, a glorious 16th century semi detached Elizabethan farmhouse, nestles on a beautiful wooded valley overlooking the Howgill Fells and is simply a most magnificent holiday retreat. The area is delightfully tranquil with wonderful walk... more

The Belfry, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

The Belfry has been created from part of the former St. Marys Parish Hall in Windermere, a quality conversion, which has resulted in a light, spacious property most suitable for the discerning visitor. The outlook from the elegant lounge is directly... more

Elim Cottage, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Occupying an extremely convenient location on the fringe of Bowness village we are sure that this ground floor apartment will appeal to a wide range of holidaymakers. The apartment has been very well cared for and is in tip top condition, boasting el... more

Wansfell Cottage, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Wansfell Cottage, in the very heart of Ambleside, presents as a rather typical Lakeland stone cottage from the exterior yet, once over the threshold, offers a contemporary designed interior that flows beautifully throughout, blending effortlessly wi... more

High Cunsey Cottage, Coniston

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

High Cunsey Cottage was the former cow shed, yes cow shed, to High Cunsey Farm, a traditional Westmorland farmhouse in a delightful, quiet area of the Lakes. Beatrix Potter loved this part of Lakeland, the sheer beauty and tranquility that so greatl... more

Westside, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

In the very heart of popular Ambleside, Westside is perfectly positioned for enjoying a vibrant village based holiday and sampling all of the excellent amenities and attractions on hand, most of which are a level stroll from this stylish apartment. A... more

Honeysuckle Cottage, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Honeysuckle Cottage, oozing with character and charm, nestles peacefully in a quiet backwater of Bowness Village, with a gentle stroll of a few minutes taking you to the many shops, restaurants, cafes and bars as well as to the shores of Windermere i... more

Kerris Place, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Location is everything, and what better setting than this? With only a two-minute walk into this bustling Lakeland town and a short stroll to the magnificent Lake Windermere, you may be surprised at how quiet this cluster of four apartments can be an... more

Lily Cottage, Kendal

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Just 5 miles to the North of the medieval market town of Kendal sits Low Jack Scar, a beautiful country house and estate on the banks of Bannisdale Beck and set in several acres of woodland. Guests at Lily Cottage are welcome to meander through the c... more

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