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.

Fir Garth, Chapel Stile

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Fir Garth is delightfully situated in Chapel Stile, in the renowned Great Langdale valley, in the heart of the Lake District, within walking distance of the village shop, Brambles cafe and Wainwrights Inn. Fir Garth is a well-planned, modern cottage,... more

Tottlebank - The Falls, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Tottlebank is a delightful, individually designed apartment on three levels overlooking Stockghyll, an area of pretty woodland and tumbling waterfalls cascading from Red Screes above to Ambleside Village and the lake below. This spacious apartment is... more

Whernside View, Sedbergh

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Whernside View occupies a most enviable position on the fellside and enjoys uniterrupted views of this beautiful part of the world. The cottage has been converted from a redundant farm building and now offers excellent, high quality facilities with m... more

Cornerstones, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Ambleside is certainly a tourist hot spot due to its central Lakes location, enjoying a fantastic array of specialist shops and excellent facilities for dining out. Cornerstones is situated in the centre of the village, handy for all your holiday nee... more

Oakthwaite Lodge, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Oakthwaite Lodge is indeed a most unusual, yet stylish name and one that creates intrigue, as does this remarkable property, which is set midway between Windermere and Bowness. Accessed up a private drive, shared only with the neighbouring property,... more

Lowtherwood Gatehouse, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Surrounded by sheep dotted fields and acres of mature woodland leading down to the shores of Windermere, The Gatehouse enjoys a delightful location just above Ambleside, the village being a manageable 30 minutes walk away and less than 5 minutes by c... more

Bonnie Cottage, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Bonnie Cottage, just off the very heart of popular Ambleside, is a home for all seasons, perfect for a spring or summer break with an abundance of walks from the door, the local park, putting green and tennis courts just round the corner. Autumn and ... more

Kelsick Heights, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Centrally located and newly refurbished in contemporary style, this 2 bedroomed, 2 bathroomed second floor apartment has the benefit of private parking and will prove a popular addition for those seeking a base from which to explore the central Lakes... more

Prospect Lodge, Limefitt Park

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Prospect Lodge resides on the spectacularly situated Limefitt Park in one of the Lake Districts most beautiful valleys. The valley sides climb steeply to the surrounding peaks, such as High Street and Froswick providing breathtaking scenery.... more

Cobblestones House, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

We are delighted to be offered a property of this merit and location for holiday letting and are sure that those of you who are fortunate to holiday here will share our enthusiasm for this luxuriously appointed centrally heated and double glazed deta... more

The Hideaway, Staveley

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Set at the end of a private drive and within spacious, landscaped grounds sits The Hideaway, a comfortable modern bungalow midway between the medieval town of Kendal (3 miles) and the well known town of Windermere (6 miles). The location, just off th... 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

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

Hardcragg Hall, South Lakes

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Hardcragg Hall sleeps up to 14 in 7 bedrooms and has 6 bathrooms, with numerous seating areas and even a working bar, an excellent choice for those celebrating a special occasion, be it a birthday, anniversary or simply the annual family get togeth... more

Gavel Cottage, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Nestling at the end of a leafy lane just south of Bowness, Meadowcroft Cottages are a small cluster of old and new properties located in a quiet area to make for a relaxing holiday at any time of the year. The bustling town of Bowness is a mere 15 mi... more