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.

Lynwood Cottage, Backbarrow

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Lynwood Cottage occupies an elevated position within the village of Backbarrow, a mere 2 miles south of Newby Bridge at the southern tip of Lake Windermere. The area is an ideal base from where to explore the delights of the Furness Peninsular, the L... more

Fairview, Allithwaite

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Grange-Over-Sands and surrounding districts are a delightful area of the South Lakes, offering an interesting selection of historic seaside resorts and quaint rural villages. Grange is an elegant town, with a long, sweeping promenade fronting the Bay... 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

Badger Cottage, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Badger Cottage is located in a small development of modern town houses in a quiet location above the ever popular town of Ambleside. The cottage is ideal for walking on the fells or by the lakes, cycling, shopping or simply relaxing. A host of rest... more

Meadow Cottage, Staveley

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Taking its name from the delightful outlook across an open meadow and to the fells beyond, Meadow Cottage in Staveley is an ideal base for those who prefer to be on the fringes of the busier resorts, yet only minutes away by car. The village has a h... more

Bramblebank, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

This delightful, modern property sits at the southern side of Ambleside and enjoys lovely views across the village to Loughrigg and the surrounding fell range. The ideal choice for a relaxed, sociable holiday in the very heart of the Lakes, Brambleba... 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

High Cunsey Farm - Hawkshead, Coniston

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

A variety of walks can be enjoyed from the door, a mile or so to the nearest watering hole, with Grizedale Forest and the Go Ape experience only a short distance from Cunsey, by foot, bike or car. Alternatively, a trip on the car ferry across Lake Wi... 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

Bens Row Cottages, Backbarrow

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Backbarrow, 1 1/2 miles from the South of lake Windermere, was home to the Backbarrow Ironworks who produced domestic iron goods such as kettles and box irons but were also renowned for the manufacture of cannons and other armaments. The days of ind... 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

Pebble Cottage, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Pebble Cottage can be found mid way between Bowness and Windermere, close to a good selection of interesting shops, (including Lakeland Limited and Booths for those foodies among you) bars and restaurants and only a gentle stroll from bustling Bownes... more

1 West View, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Centrally located in the ever popular village of Ambleside, 1 West View is a luxury ground and lower ground floor apartment, created from a large former Lakeland stone house. Sympathetically and thoughtfully renovated, the apartment provides spacious... more

Lake View Apartment, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

As the name suggests, this modern apartment enjoys a wonderful view over Bowness to Lake Windermere and is in an ideal location for holidaymakers to sample all the delights that this popular tourist destination has to offer. A wealth of local attract... more

Greystones, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Greystones is a detached bungalow set in its own delightful and mature sheltered gardens which circumscribe the property and offer seclusion for lazy days. This highly esteemed residential area is well maintained with no passing traffic, Greystones i... more