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.

Moss Bank, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Peacefully tucked away in a cul-de-sac just outside Windermere centre, Moss Bank is a particularly spacious and rather special property offering a certain elegance and charm that is sure to appeal to our discerning holidaymakers. Windermere is within... more

Treacle Cottage, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Built around 1760, this charming, ancient farmhouse was once part of Lowfold Farm, nestling in a small cluster of older properties on the fringes of Ambleside, set half way between the village and the Lake on the original old road into Ambleside. Som... more

The Old Stables, Kirkby Lonsdale

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Dating back to 1750 The Old Stables was formerly the Stable Block for the nearby Sun Inn, and can be found tucked away in a cobbled courtyard in the heart of the pretty market town of Kirkby Lonsdale. The cottage is situated next to St.Marys Church a... more

Poppy Cottage, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Bowness is a destination for all seasons, perfect in the warmer months for spending time on and around the Lake and getting out on the nearby fell ranges of Ambleside and the Langdales but also a beautiful location in Autumn and Winter, with many ind... 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

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

Goodies Farmhouse, Firbank

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Goodies Farmhouse, a glorious 16th century semi detached Elizabethan farmhouse, nestles on a beautiful wooded valley overlooking the Howgill Fells and is simply a most magnificent holiday retreat. The area is delightfully tranquil with wonderful walk... 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

Little Robin Cottage, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

A cosy traditional Lakeland stone cottage in a quiet part of the village overlooking Wansfell,with access to fell walks from the door to High Sweden Bridge, Fairfield Horseshoe and many other fell walks close by. With its wide selection of shops and ... 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

Ryecroft, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Neatly tucked away from the main thoroughfare yet only a hop, skip and jump from all amenities and attractions, Ryecroft is perfectly placed for exploring the southern part of the Lake District. Food lovers will delight in the many local restaurants ... more

Barn Howe, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

One of several cottage style bungalows in the beautiful grounds of the former Priory Hotel, Barn Howe enjoys a peaceful setting and a lovely outlook towards Lake Windermere and her majestic fell range beyond. The cottage has shared lake access with t... more

Little Longtail, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Ideal for a larger party of friends, family or even colleagues, Little Longtail is in a super position for enjoying all that Bowness has to offer. Little Longtail is on the fringes of the town yet is only a 5 minute walk to the centre and to the Lak... more

Steps Cottage, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Steps Cottage is ideally situated midway between Windermere and Bowness, ideal for those wishing to have a wide range of facilities on the doorstep. Both villages are only a few minutes walk and offer a variety of tea rooms, galleries and interesting... more

Orrest Head Cottage, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Orrest Head Cottage is a detached house located in the grounds of Orrest Head House just above Windermere Village. The house is surrounded by National Trust Fields and looks out over a delightful vegetable garden to lake Windermere beyond. For the ke... more