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.

2 Edinboro, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

At the foot of Kirkstone Pass and in a beautiful conservation area above the bustling village of Ambleside, 2 Edinboro is perfectly placed for walkers wishing to get on their boots and get right onto the fells. Direct access from the door of this Lak... more

Bedes Cottage, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Just off the village centre and within a couple of minutes walk of the shops, restaurants and local transport, Bedes Cottage will make an excellent base for your Lakeland holiday. Built of Lakeland stone and retaining original features, the large cot... more

Biskey Howe, Quarry Rigg

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

This apartment is one of a group in a development known as Quarry Rigg. It is ideal for those looking for a central location within walking distance of a variety of shops and a good choice of restaurants close at hand. There is a regular bus service ... more

The Tree House, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Quarry Rigg apartments are ideal for those looking for a central location within walking distance of a variety of shops and a good choice of restaurants serving international cuisine close to hand. The location is ideal, within a few minutes walk of ... more

Fir Trees, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Fir Trees is a neat little property, an ideal hideaway for couples of all ages who want to be near enough to sample the wonderful shopping and restaurants that Bowness has to offer but who also want to be far enough away to enjoy some quiet, quality ... more

Monreith, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

In the very heart of popular Ambleside sits Monreith, a recently renovated stone built cottage, beautifully prepared to very high standard for our self catering guests. The central location will appeal to those walkers among you who yearn to get stra... more

Edelweiss, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Walks from the door, views of surrounding fells, close to shops, cafes, restaurants and all attractions: these are just some of the benefits of spending your Lakeland holiday at Edelweiss in Ambleside. Ideally situated only a 5 minute walk from the v... 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

The Eyrie, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Only a stones throw away from the very heart of picturesque Ambleside, The Eyrie offers a beautiful, sophisticated and convenient hideaway for any occasion. Slightly elevated above the village, The Eyrie gives you a birds eye view of Ambleside and he... more

Brackenbank, Backbarrow

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Perfectly situated to explore the Southern Lake District, Brackenbank has views over the steam railway towards the Crake Valley and the Furness fells. Newby Bridge and Lakeside are within easy walking distance as is Bigland Fell, and the pubs at Hav... more

Fellmere, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Fellmere is a truly impressive holiday home where every thought has gone into the comfort and enjoyment of the guests who stay there. The house is of an open plan design consisting of a fully equipped kitchen and spacious lounge, and 2 delightful en... more

Stable Cottage, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

These cottages, one a Victorian double fronted detached house and the other the converted stables sit in the very heart of Windermere are tucked away behind the main thoroughfare and accessed by a narrow lane opening out into a small courtyard. Nowad... more

High House Barn, Sedgwick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

High House Barn is a converted barn with imaginative upside down style layout to take advantage of the magnificent views and has been decorated, furnished and equipped to the highest standard. Retaining much of its original character with an abundanc... 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

1 Brantfield House, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

No1 Brantfield House enjoys a most enviable view over Lake Windermere and no doubt much of your holiday will be spent at the lounge window, gazing at one of the most beautiful sights in England. Perched at the top of Brantfell Road, the apartment is ... more