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.

Gavel Cottage, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Nestling at the end of a leafy lane just south of Bowness, Meadowcroft Cottages are a small cluster of old and new properties located in a quiet area to make for a relaxing holiday at any time of the year. The bustling town of Bowness is a mere 15 mi... more

Bobbin Cottage, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Stockghyll is an area of pretty woodland and tumbling waterfalls cascading from Red Screes above the Ambleside village and the lake below. The Falls are set in one and half acres of grounds and landscaping on the former site of the old Bobbin Mill. T... more

Herdwick Cottage, Troutbeck

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

A traditional 19th century Lakeland stone cottage which has been lovingly furnished to provide a perfect combination of comfort and style. Troutbeck Bridge is a great base from where to explore a host of Lakeland attractions. Mid way between Winder... more

Alexandra Cottage, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Windermere really is a town for all seasons, the surrounding scenery changing in colour throughout the year and what better place to sample a first or return visit to Lakeland than Alexandra Cottage. In the heart of this popular town, yet on a quiet ... more

Tom Fold Cottage, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Tom Fold Cottage is a grade II listed property set in one of the oldest parts of Ambleside, just behind the ancient Bridge House and at the foot of the Kirkstone Pass, ideally placed for enjoying all that this popular village has to offer. The Golden... more

The Dovery, Sedbergh

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Sedbergh is set to the West of the Yorkshire Dales National Park but is also close to the eastern fells of the Lake District, only 30 minutes drive from Windermere and is therefore ideal for exploring both areas of unspoilt and protected countryside.... more

Prospect Lodge, Limefitt Park

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Prospect Lodge resides on the spectacularly situated Limefitt Park in one of the Lake Districts most beautiful valleys. The valley sides climb steeply to the surrounding peaks, such as High Street and Froswick providing breathtaking scenery.... more

Carriage House, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

The Carriage House sits in the heart of Windermere, ideally located for enjoying a wealth of shops, bars and restaurants and only a short drive or bus journey from Bowness, Ambleside and Grasmere. Recent pedestrianisation of the town has created some... more

Swallow Barn, Kendal

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Only 6 miles from Kirkby Lonsdale and within a 15 minute drive of the Lake District National Park, Old Hutton is a pretty, rural village well,placed for touring two of Englands most beautiful countries. The surrounding countryside is ideal for hikers... 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

Garden Cottage, Brigsteer

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Midway between Kendal and Windermere, Brigsteer is a superb location from where to explore the delights of the Lake District National Park. The area offers some superb scenery across the Lyth Valley and excellent walking and cycling opportunities for... 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

Bluebell Brook, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Bluebell Brook is a fine example of a traditional Lakeland terrace which has been lovingly refurbished to provide top class self catering accommodation in the heart of the Lakes. Midway between Bowness and Windermere, Bluebell Brook is the perfect ba... more

Herald Cottage, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Herald Cottage is a traditional Lakeland stone cottage in a quiet courtyard right in the centre of Ambleside.It has a fantastic location both for those people wishing to relax and enjoy the amenities of Ambleside and for those who wish to get out ont... more

Swiss Cottage, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Swiss Cottage sits in the heart of Ambleside in a slightly elevated position opposite the bowling green, so enjoys fine views over the parish church towards Loughrigg and the Fairfield Range. There are such a variety of activities to do in Ambleside... more