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.

Brampton, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Set on the fringes of bustling Bowness, couples and families alike will appreciate the convenient location of Brampton enabling them to enjoy a host of activities and attractions, many within easy walking distance. Bowness Bay is alive with visitors ... more

High Ridge, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

This bright and spacious 2nd floor apartment, all on one level, sits in the absolute heart of Ambleside, with free parking via a permit above Compston Road, and therefore has a wealth of shops, bars and restaurants right on the doorstep, or below to... more

Dales View, Sedbergh

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Dales View occupies an enviable position on the fellside, enjoying uninterrupted vistas of this beautiful part of the world. A mere 1 mile from Sedbergh, just inside the Yorkshire Dales National Park and only 20 minutes drive from the Lake District N... more

Orrest Head Cottage, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Orrest Head Cottage is a detached house located in the grounds of Orrest Head House just above Windermere Village. The house is surrounded by National Trust Fields and looks out over a delightful vegetable garden to lake Windermere beyond. For the ke... more

Little Robin Cottage, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

A cosy traditional Lakeland stone cottage in a quiet part of the village overlooking Wansfell,with access to fell walks from the door to High Sweden Bridge, Fairfield Horseshoe and many other fell walks close by. With its wide selection of shops and ... more

Fairfield, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Situated in a quiet and elevated position just outside the centre of Bowness. The property is at the end of a cul-de-sac and is blessed with an enclosed garden with furniture which catches the sun and a front patio for the beautiful Lakeland sunsets.... more

Wansfell Cottage, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Wansfell Cottage, in the very heart of Ambleside, presents as a rather typical Lakeland stone cottage from the exterior yet, once over the threshold, offers a contemporary designed interior that flows beautifully throughout, blending effortlessly wi... 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

Myras View, Cartmel

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Converted in 2008 from an ancient stone barn, Myras View is now a comfortable holiday cottage overlooking woodlands and fields.Fully equipped for modern living, conveniently situated down a quiet cul de sac only a couple of minutes off the A590 and j... more

Park 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

Corner Cottage - Meadowcroft Cottages, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Corner Cottage 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 ... more

Fisherbeck, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Fisherbeck is a traditional style cottage built to modern standards in a slightly elevated position above the village of Ambleside. Built in recent years, the property has been specifically designed to take every advantage of the wonderful views of A... more

Hillcrest, Allithwaite

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Hillcrest is a delightful modern bungalow located in the village of Allithwaite, only 1 1/2 miles from Cartmel famous for its Race Meetings and Sticky Toffee Pudding. This lesser known area of the South Lakes is an ideal base from where to explore th... more

Staveley House, Staveley

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Situated at the foot of the Kentmere Valley with the famous Dalesway running through it. Staveley is an excellent base for exploring a quieter side of Lakeland - the village has been bypassed in recent years so has little passing traffic. Some fabulo... more

Amblers Rest, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Situated in old Ambleside this early 18thC cottage apartment is just a 100 yard stroll to the main area of this popular village, with its many shops, pubs and restaurants. The apartment is all on one level ad just five steps up from a small sunny g... more