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.

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

Beech 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

Swallow Barn, Kendal

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Only 6 miles from Kirkby Lonsdale and within a 15 minute drive of the Lake District National Park, Old Hutton is a pretty, rural village well,placed for touring two of Englands most beautiful countries. The surrounding countryside is ideal for hikers... more

Ellerbeck Bridge, South Lakes

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Underbarrow is a delightful village in the Lyth Valley, with Crook and Crosthwaite nearby, and is a superb location from which to explore the delights of the Lake District National Park. A short, scenic drive will bring you to both Windermere and B... more

The Bothy - Meadowcroft Cottages, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

The Bothy is part of Meadowcroft Cottages, a small cluster of cottages located in a quiet area to make a relaxing holiday at any time of year. Nestling at the end of a leafy lane, the bustling town of Bowness is a mere 15 minutes level walk and the p... more

Prospect Cottage, Staveley

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Prospect Cottage has lovely open views over lush green countryside and is set in the quaint village of Staveley-in-Cartmel, a short distance from Lake Windermere. An end of terrace, traditional style cottage, Prospect Cottage has all the comforts you... more

Ecclerigg, 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

Kerris Place, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Location is everything, and what better setting than this? With only a two-minute walk into this bustling Lakeland town and a short stroll to the magnificent Lake Windermere, you may be surprised at how quiet this cluster of four apartments can be an... 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

Broughton Lodge Cottage, Cartmel

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Set in open countryside with walks from the door, Broughton Lodge Cottage has a very quiet and extremely peaceful situation, except for perhaps the odd duck quacking from the nearby stream! The drive down the narrow country lanes to the cottage thro... more

Sethera, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Taking its name from the local Westmorland dialect for the number 6, Sethera sits on the 2nd floor of this former gentlemans residence, built in the last century for the heir to the Cunard family. The setting, on the doorstep of Waterhead and Borrans... 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

Honeycomb Cottage, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Honeycomb Cottage is tucked away along a quiet side street of the centre of Windermere with no passing traffic and is in a super location for the first time or returning National Park visitor. Ideal for those who prefer to park up the car for the wee... more

Havelock Cottage, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Built over three floors, this stylish cottage has recently been re furbished throughout in a contemporary manner whilst still retaining its home from home feel. Havelock cottage is well equipped and surprisingly spacious with a light and roomy lounge... 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