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.

Tinkerbells, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Windermere is an ideal location for those wishing to visit the Lake District by public transport. Whether arriving by train, bus or coach, the town centre is only a 5 minute walk from the drop off points and Tinkerbells is well placed within the cent... 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

5 The Maltings, Kirkby Lonsdale

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Just 2 miles from the pretty market town of Kirkby Lonsdale, Whittington is a true village set in a triangle of three counties so ideal for exploring the delights of Cumbria, Yorkshire and Lancashire in one visit. Life in Whittington revolves around ... more

Burrow Cottage, Staveley

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Burrow Cottage, part of the former Burrow Hall dates back to the 18th century and is midway between the medieval town of Kendal (3 miles) and the popular resorts of Windermere and Bowness (6 miles). The location, just off the A591 is ideal for tourin... more

Carr Crag Lodge - Skelwith Bridge, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

In the very heart of the Lake District National Park and at the foot of the beautiful Langdale Valley sit Carr Crag Lodge, a detached Lakeland residence enjoying a superb, peaceful location only a short drive from Ambleside and Grasmere. A wealth of ... 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

Meadowcroft No 12, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Meadowcroft House is a former gentlemans residence built in 1908. Over the last century it has been used as a school and hotel before being converted into a stunning complex of apartments. There are two acres of grounds including mature trees, manicu... more

Meadows End - Meadowcroft Cottages, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Meadows End is part of Meadowcroft Cottages, a small cluster of cottages located in a quiet area to make a relaxing holiday at any time of year. Nestling at the end of a leafy lane, the bustling town of Bowness is a mere 15 minutes level walk and the... more

5 The Maltings, Kirkby Lonsdale

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Just 2 miles from the pretty market town of Kirkby Lonsdale, Whittington is a true village set in a triangle of three counties so ideal for exploring the delights of Cumbria, Yorkshire and Lancashire in one visit. Life in Whittington revolves around ... more

Apple Tree Cottage, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Half a mile from the north end of Lake Windermere, the bustling town of Ambleside has to be at the top of every holidaymakers list of places to visit. A fantastic array of interesting local shops, tea rooms and restaurants are dotted about the villag... more

Staddlestones, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Staddlestones was built in the 1970s and totally extended and renovated in 2005 in a quiet, residential area of Bowness. Of unique design, the property is very light and spacious, the accommodation being surrounded by areas of woodland and lush green... more

Bessyboot - Troutbeck, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Set in an idyllic location in the very heart of the Troutbeck valley, Bessyboot, named after a favourite walk of the owners in the Northern Lakes, is a rather special place, just for two, somewhere to get away from it all and to spend precious time 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

Auld Picture Hoose, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Windermere Village has a large variety of mouth watering restaurants, local shops and interesting retail outlets for the first time or returning visitor. The Auld Picture Hoose is in the centre of this popular village and numerous walks can be enjoye... 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