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.

Vale View, Cartmel

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

This beautiful Edwardian property was built in 1911 by a local man who, having retired from milling due to ill health, built Vale View Stores as a local shop where the villagers could buy local produce. The local doctor also had a consulting room in ... 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

Bessyboot - Troutbeck, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Set in an idyllic location in the very heart of the Troutbeck valley, Bessyboot, named after a favourite walk of the owners in the Northern Lakes, is a rather special place, just for two, somewhere to get away from it all and to spend precious time t... more

Burrow Meadows, Kirkby Lonsdale

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

The Meadows development in the grounds of the Whoop Hall Inn is set in stunning surroundings within the beautiful Lune Valley and on the fringes of the popular market town of Kirkby Lonsdale which has an excellent choice of shops, restaurants and tra... more

The Old Coach House - Ambleside, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

The Old Coach House forms the larger portion of a conversion of a Lakeland stone property just out of the centre of this popular village. All the attractions of Ambleside are a level walk away and the shores of Windermere a mere 10 minute level strol... more

Holy Waters, Staveley

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

One of four properties imaginatively created in this former place of worship, Holy Waters has been cleverly designed to make best use of the architectural details of the church. The setting of the house is delightful, the garden running alongside the... 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

Brook House, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Brook House is a substantial detached house, mid way between Windermere and Bowness, and offers a super, quality accommodation for the larger party. The house is a mere five minute walk to either Windermere or Bowness for a good selection of shops, b... more

Ghyllside 3, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Stockghyll Park and Falls are popular with holidaymakers of all ages, being only a short uphill walk above the village and particularly fascinating in any season. Ghyllside is a spacious family home, which is situated in a very quiet and secluded cul... more

Abbey Coach House, Staveley

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Abbey Coach House enjoys a quiet location within this lovely village, tucked away down a quiet side road with little passing traffic. Staveley is the ideal choice for the more mature holidaymaker as all amenities in the village are on the level altho... more

Waterfall, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

A cosy, traditional 19th century stone built terrace cottage situated in a pleasant residential area of Windermere, adjacent to the Brookside Inn, which is popular with locals and holidaymakers alike. The property is very convenient for shops, amenit... 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

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

Granary Cottage, Troutbeck

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

A former granary to its neighbour, and dating back to 1650, this delightful and historic property is oozing with character and old world charm. Situated practically opposite the village Post Office in Troutbeck, regular visitors to the area will ofte... more

The Bowering - Leven, 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 4 star GOLD luxury self catering apartments in the very heart of Windermere. The location is perfect, just off the main thoroughf... more