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.

Alexandra Cottage, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Windermere really is a town for all seasons, the surrounding scenery changing in colour throughout the year and what better place to sample a first or return visit to Lakeland than Alexandra Cottage. In the heart of this popular town, yet on a quiet ... more

Maple Court, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Only a stones throw from the heart of this popular Lakeland town, Maple Court is ideally located for those wishing to holiday in a peaceful, yet central location. Windermere has a wealth of attractions and amenities for all ages and the cottage is on... more

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

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

Ferny Howe, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Ferny Howe is tucked away behind the main thoroughfare of the village, close to the park and is well placed for sampling all that Ambleside has to offer. An exciting array of bars and restaurants, interesting shops and good walking opportunities are ... more

Brantfell Retreat, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

On the first floor of this beautiful 200 year old building, Brantfell Retreat sits tucked away in a slightly elevated position above Lake Windermere. The lake and mountain views and the super location, close to Brantfell, from where there is direct ... more

Harwood Dale Cottage, South Lakes

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Harwood Dale Cottage occupies a gently elevated setting on the fringe of the market town of Kendal. The cottage enjoys total privacy and stunning views over the surrounding countryside towards Kentmere, the Langdale Pikes and a glorious vista of Ken... more

The Stable Nest, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

The ground floor neighbour to The Round Window, The Stable Nest is a romantic retreat, perfectly placed for exploring the most popular area in the Lakes, Bowness on Windermere. Set in quiet and attractive surroundings yet within less than a minutes w... 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

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

Croftside Cottage, Staveley

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Just beyond the village and on the site of a former farm, Croftside Cottage enjoys a fairly rural location but is only a few minutes stroll from Staveley. The village has everything for the self catering holiday; local Spar shop, Butcher, Fish and Ch... more

The Old Stables, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

This delightful, architectural award-winning Cumbrian stone cottage overlooking Mylnbeck sits in the heart of Windermere, within walking distance of the lake, restaurants, shops and all local amenities. The Old Stables has a wealth of modern ameniti... more

Eskdale, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Set in quiet and peaceful surroundings at Kirkstone Foot, Eskdale is a cosy ground floor apartment in an ideal location. Take a leisurely stroll down delightful Peggy Hill and within 3 minutes you are within the heart of Ambleside, where you will fin... more

Tom Fold Cottage, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Tom Fold Cottage is a grade II listed property set in one of the oldest parts of Ambleside, just behind the ancient Bridge House and at the foot of the Kirkstone Pass, ideally placed for enjoying all that this popular village has to offer. The Golden... 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