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.

Pear Tree Cottage, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

This traditional Lakeland cottage is set in a quiet backwater of Bowness-on-Windermere, only a short stroll from a wide variety of shops, bars and restaurants, with Lake Windermere and the famous steamers within a 5 minutes walk. Comfortably furnishe... more

Steps Cottage, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Steps Cottage is ideally situated midway between Windermere and Bowness, ideal for those wishing to have a wide range of facilities on the doorstep. Both villages are only a few minutes walk and offer a variety of tea rooms, galleries and interesting... more

Chimneys, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Chimneys is a superb example of luxurious living in a traditional Lakeland stone cottage, minutes away from the local shops and restaurants in the centre of Windermere or directly out for walks in the open countryside. From the exterior, the house pr... more

Kelsick Court No 1, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Ambleside is a superb base for the first time visitor to Lakeland. However, returning tourists to the village will notice a few changes of late and one worthy of a mention is the fantastic new climbing wall, open 12 hours a day, every day for climber... more

Oaklands, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

This second floor apartment commands magnificent views over Wansfell and towards Helvellyn. Situated within a small development called Oaklands, close to the centre of Ambleside, within a short stroll from the many shops, restaurants, pubs and local ... more

The Nook, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

The Nook is a characterful country cottage in the very heart of Ambleside set on a quiet lane behind the main thoroughfare yet within a stones throw of a host of walks, attractions, shops and restaurants. Of course, when the weather is fine and dry, ... more

Beech Manor, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Stop Press: Large, Lakeland Mansion, five star deluxe accommodation with state of the art TV and stereo system, 6 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, snooker room with bar, set in 5 acres of woodland and with private lake shore. Would suit large family, corporat... more

Ghyllside 3, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Stockghyll Park and Falls are popular with holidaymakers of all ages, being only a short uphill walk above the village and particularly fascinating in any season. Ghyllside is a spacious family home, which is situated in a very quiet and secluded cul... more

The Clarks Cottage, Kirkby Lonsdale

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

This delightful Grade II listed cottage dating back to the 1600s offers a wealth of charm and character and is amazingly spacious. The lounge provides the luxury of a living flame fire, with dining area tucked neatly off at an angle and giving access... 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

Gable End, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Situated in old Ambleside, this early 18thC cottage apartment is just a 100 yard stroll to the main area of this poplar village, with its many shops, pubs and restaurants. The apartment is all on one level above Amblers Rest, with views of the surro... 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

The Bowering - Rothay, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

We are delighted to be able to offer our discerning guests the opportunity of experiencing The Bowering, a collection of 5 star luxury self catering apartments in the very heart of Windermere. The location is perfect, just off the main thoroughfare o... more

Ellerbeck Bridge, South Lakes

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Underbarrow is a delightful village in the Lyth Valley, with Crook and Crosthwaite nearby, and is a superb location from which to explore the delights of the Lake District National Park. A short, scenic drive will bring you to both Windermere and B... more

The Ambleside Suite, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

One of only 10 apartments at Loughrigg Brow, a private estate on the fringes of Ambleside, this exclusive, five star apartment enjoys a tranquil location and quality accommodation within this Grade II listed building. Ambleside can be reached within... more