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.

The Redbanks, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

The Redbanks sits in the very heart of this tourist hotspot so is an ideal base for sampling all the delights that Ambleside has to offer. The village has blossomed into a most cosmopolitan destination for holidaymakers of all ages; Ambleside has two... more

The Secret Garden, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

The rural areas of Heathwaite and Lickbarrow, above Windermere, are delightful places to explore with wooded walk ways and some of the best viewpoints in the area from which to take in the beauty of the surrounding fells and, of course, Lake Winderme... more

Mill Brow Apt, Kirkby Lonsdale

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

The historic market town of Kirkby Lonsdale sits within the beautiful Lune Valley, between the Lakes and the Dales so enables visitors to sample two National Parks in one visit. John Ruskin was very fond of Kirkby Lonsdale and thought it to be one of... more

Low Plumgarths Farmhouse, Kendal

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Nestling in the shadow of Cunswick Scar, one of the finest view points in the South Lakes, sits Low Plumgarths Farmhouse, a former much loved family home which has been recently transformed to offer top class accommodation for the larger party. The f... more

2 St Annes Cottage, Ings

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

A 17th century former alms house for the nearby church 1 mile from Ings, 2 St. Annes Cottages is a quaint semi detached cottage, with delightful front garden and plenty of character displayed by the original spice cupboard in the lounge and open beam... 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

Long Crag, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Ambleside is truly a destination for all seasons. Spring and summer bring wonderful lush green colour to the fells mirrored onto Lake Windermere below and is the time that the ancient village traditions of the Ambleside Sports and the Rushbearing tak... more

Lakeshore Boathouse, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Three words sum up Lakeshore Boathouse - location, location, location! We are thrilled to be able to offer our holidaymakers the opportunity to enjoy a right on Lake Windermere as this superb, semi detached boathouse sits literally on the water! Wit... more

Brocks Nest - 9 Badgers Rake, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Brocks Nest is a first floor apartment at Badgers Rake. The superb apartments are perched in an enviable position above the village of Ambleside with magnificent views over Loughrigg and the Fairfield Horseshoe. The apartments are in an ideal positio... 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

Littlecroft, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Only seconds walk from a host of restaurants, shops, bars and even the train station, Littlecroft is in an ideal location, in a relatively level area of the village and is therefore suitable for guests of all ages. Lakeland, the now world famous kit... more

Kingfisher Cottage, Bowston

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Kingfisher Cottage is one of a handful of cottages fronting the River Kent at Cowan Head, near Bowston, a peaceful location from where easy access can be had to the more popular tourist resorts of Bowness and Windermere or to the medieval market town... more

Lake View Apartment, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

As the name suggests, this modern apartment enjoys a wonderful view over Bowness to Lake Windermere and is in an ideal location for holidaymakers to sample all the delights that this popular tourist destination has to offer. A wealth of local attract... more

Orchard Fold, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Orchard Fold is a three bedroom detached bungalow, pleasantly situated in a quiet backwater on the fringe of Windermere. The bungalow has been comfortably furnished and has a delightful mature garden that can be enjoyed from both the lounge and dinin... more

Mill Brow Apt, Kirkby Lonsdale

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

The historic market town of Kirkby Lonsdale sits within the beautiful Lune Valley, between the Lakes and the Dales so enables visitors to sample two National Parks in one visit. John Ruskin was very fond of Kirkby Lonsdale and thought it to be one of... more