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.

Loughrigg Hide, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Directly opposite Hayes Garden World and close to the Lake shore, Loughrigg Hide provides a pleasant view from all windows and sits in a level location, perfect for a gentle amble before dinner to work up an appetite prior to sampling one of the many... more

Goodies Farmhouse, Firbank

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Goodies Farmhouse, a glorious 16th century semi detached Elizabethan farmhouse, nestles on a beautiful wooded valley overlooking the Howgill Fells and is simply a most magnificent holiday retreat. The area is delightfully tranquil with wonderful walk... more

Kelsick Court, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

One of the best known villages in the Lake District, Ambleside is a village much loved by visitors of all ages. Walks are in abundance for parties of all abilities with plenty of opportunities for cycling and water sport enthusiasts too. The village ... more

Rosemount Cottage, Haverthwaite

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

This chocolate box cottage is perfectly placed, close to the South shores of Windermere in a secluded, peaceful setting with numerous walks from the door. However, all the attractions of the Lakes and the more popular resorts of Windermere, Bowness ... more

Moss Rigg, Brigsteer

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

This detached bungalow is set in mature terraced grounds with a balcony providing panoramic views of the surrounding countryside towards Coniston Old Man and the distant Langdales. The village of Brigsteer is a quiet haven on the edge of the National... more

Dodds Howe, Crosthwaite

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Dodds Howe sits in the heart of the Lyth Valley, just a few minutes drive from Bowness. Crosthwaite and her surrounding area is an excellent location for enjoying some wonderful walking amidst blossom filled hedgerows in the summer from which the loc... more

Elphinstone Cottage, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Elphinstone Cottage is a stylish, traditional property in the heart of Windermere. Recent pedestrianisation of the village has created an almost european feel, with cobbled walkways and subtle lighting complimenting the existing eclectic mix of shops... more

Oak Tree Cottage, Tebay

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Oak Tree Cottage and River View Cottage (131133) sit at the bottom of a valley in the middle of remote, working farmland just 1.5 miles from Tebay. Panoramic views can be enjoyed from both properties towards Tebay Fell, The Howgills and Jeffreys Moun... more

The Tops, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Wansfell Tower Court was once a training school for clergy in the 1920s but has been carefully converted in recent times to create a handful of quality apartments whilst retaining the interesting architectural features of the building itself. A level... more

1 The Knoll, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

The Knoll, a grade II listed building, is steeped in history, being the former home of Harriet Martineau, writer, economist and benefactor to the local people of Ambleside. Having being invited to convalesce on the shores of Windermere after a serio... more

The Chapel, Staveley

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

The Chapel has been imaginatively created from part of this former place of worship in the centre of Staveley, a typical, yet rather sleepy Lakeland village. Careful planning has ensured that best advantage has been made of the conventional church wi... more

Little Longtail, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Ideal for a larger party of friends, family or even colleagues, Little Longtail is in a super position for enjoying all that Bowness has to offer. Little Longtail is on the fringes of the town yet is only a 5 minute walk to the centre and to the Lak... more

Tulip Cottage, Kendal

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Just 5 miles to the North of the medieval market town of Kendal sits Low Jack Scar, a beautiful country house and estate on the banks of Bannisdale Beck and set in several acres of woodland. Guests at Tulip Cottage are welcome to meander through the ... more

Claife View, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

This charming first floor apartment is situated in the centre of Windermere and is ideal for those without transport as it is close to the railway station, local bus routes and all the amenities of Windermere. It is decorated in bright colours with l... more

High View Cottage, Backbarrow

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

High View Cottage is the perfect Lakeland property for that romantic getaway for two, set in an ideal location for touring all the sights of the Southern Lake District. The nearby Whitewater Hotel offers affordable daily membership at its renowned le... more