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.

Low Fell Cottage, Crosthwaite

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Low Fell Cottage is a traditional Lakeland stone cottage dating back to 1936 and is situated near the village of Crosthwaite, 5 miles south of Windermere. Recent additions to the property provide delightful accommodation with the benefit of ground fl... more

Hawes Bank, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Nestled in an area of outstanding beauty, close to Kendal and Windermere, Hawes Bank is the ideal base for exploring the Lake District, whatever your ambitions. With many of Wainwrights classic walks and some excellent gastropubs within easy reach, i... more

Honeymoon Lodge, White Cross Bay

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

White Cross Bay Leisure Park has been awarded a four star award by Visit England along with the David Bellamy Gold Award for Conservation, so guests can be assured not only of a high standard of accommodation but also of a location doing its utmost t... 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

Silver Cottage, South Lakes

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Silver Cottage is situated in the increasingly popular village of Staveley, just 4 miles from Windermere and at the head of the quiet, but spectacular, Kentmere valley. The village has 3 pubs, all serving excellent food and Staveley boasts a variety... more

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

Dougals Den, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Dougals Den sits in a quiet backwater of Windermere, just off the centre of this now rather cosmopolitan town which has been recently pedestrianised to create uniquely paved walkways lined with interesting shops, cafes and bars dotted with discreet l... more

Helm Byre, Sedbergh

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

An ancient Celtic Kingdom deservedly known as The Jewel of the Dales, Dent is 16 miles east of Kendal in the south east corner of Cumbria, only 3 miles from Sedbergh and lies at the western edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park and on the fringe... 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

Three Fells, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Three Fells is a superb apartment, ideal for those couples looking to holiday in the centre of this popular village and as the name suggests, the property enjoys superb views across the village to the surrounding fell range. Ambleside is a great bas... more

Helm Knott, Sedbergh

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

An ancient Celtic Kingdom deservedly known as The Jewel of the Dales, Dent is 16 miles east of Kendal in the south east corner of Cumbria, only 3 miles from Sedbergh and lies at the Western edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park and on the fringes... more

Loughrigg View, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Centrally located and newly refurbished in contemporary style, this 2 bedroomed, 2 bathroomed first floor apartment has the benefit of private parking and will prove a popular addition for those seeking a base from which to explore the central Lakes ... more

Broad Rayne, Crosthwaite

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

The Lyth Valley is a wonderful choice for a Lakeland holiday, the rolling countryside dotted with livestock, the hedgerows awash with Damson blossom in early summer. Broad Rayne, a comfortable, detached bungalow, sits between Crosthwaite and Bowland ... more

Wansfell Heights, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Centrally situated in the ever popular village of Ambleside, Wansfell Heights offers stylish refurbished accommodation for two. On the second floor of this rather imposing Victorian building, the apartment enjoys views over neighbouring rooftops to t... 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