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.

Silverthwaite, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Silverthwaite, a traditional Lakeland stone cottage, is tucked away in a fairly residential area of this popular village, ideally placed for enjoying gentle strolls around Windermere whilst taking in an eclectic mix of shops, tea rooms and restaurant... more

Havelock Cottage, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Built over three floors, this stylish cottage has recently been re furbished throughout in a contemporary manner whilst still retaining its home from home feel. Havelock cottage is well equipped and surprisingly spacious with a light and roomy lounge... more

The Eyrie, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Only a stones throw away from the very heart of picturesque Ambleside, The Eyrie offers a beautiful, sophisticated and convenient hideaway for any occasion. Slightly elevated above the village, The Eyrie gives you a birds eye view of Ambleside and he... more

High Ridge, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

This bright and spacious 2nd floor apartment, all on one level, sits in the absolute heart of Ambleside, with free parking via a permit above Compston Road, and therefore has a wealth of shops, bars and restaurants right on the doorstep, or below to... more

The Tops, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Wansfell Tower Court was once a training school for clergy in the 1920s but has been carefully converted in recent times to create a handful of quality apartments whilst retaining the interesting architectural features of the building itself. A level... more

1 School Cottages, Troutbeck

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

The former school at Troutbeck Bridge was converted some twenty years ago and the Victorian school building, including the chapel and head masters house, have been successfully transformed into four delightful cottages, full of character and charm. A... 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

Ealinghearth, Haverthwaite

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

This pretty Lakeland farmhouse is a much loved family home which enjoys an idyllic location, with the benefit of views from every room and the 3 beautiful large gardens. Built at the turn of the 18th century this traditional home has been newly furni... more

Grimbles, Backbarrow

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Grimbles, fondly named by its young owners, is an excellent example of quality self catering in the Lakes. Backbarrow, only a short distance from Fell Foot Park on the shores of Windermere, is now home to the Lakeland Motor Museum where you will find... more

Mulberry, Staveley

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

In the heart of what has successfully remained a typical Lakeland village, Mulberry is well placed for enjoying a holiday in a quiet location but with the busier resorts of Windermere and Ambleside only a short drive away, also accessible by the exce... more

Cloud Cottage, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Regular visitors to Ambleside will be familiar with the fascinating array of Lakeland stone terraced cottages within this popular village and the enormous character they exude. Cloud Cottage is one such property in the heart of the village, close to... more

Abbey Coach House, Staveley

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Abbey Coach House enjoys a quiet location within this lovely village, tucked away down a quiet side road with little passing traffic. Staveley is the ideal choice for the more mature holidaymaker as all amenities in the village are on the level altho... more

The Old Telephone Exchange, Cartmel

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Cartmel has everything - the renowned Races, historic 12th century Priory and sticky toffee pudding! The village is very pretty with lots of characterful cottage dotted around the village square with ample eating opportunities to suit all pockets fr... more

Cobblestones House, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

We are delighted to be offered a property of this merit and location for holiday letting and are sure that those of you who are fortunate to holiday here will share our enthusiasm for this luxuriously appointed centrally heated and double glazed deta... more

Lakeview Cottage, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Situated in a quiet cul-de-sac, Lakeview Cottage is situated in a quiet elevated position high above Bowness on Windermere, enjoying dramatic panoramic views of Lake Windermere, the Langdale Pikes and Cumbrian Fells. Lakeview Cottage offers spacious ... more