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.

Archway Cottage, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Archway Cottage is a very special love nest for two, tucked away from the hustle and bustle in the older conservation area of the village, yet only a stones throw from the very heart of Ambleside. This popular village is the perfect choice for the fi... more

Daisy Bank Cottage, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Situated in the oldest part of Bowness-on-Windermere and overlooking the lake, this quiet 17th Century luxury cottage is only a short stroll from the wealth of shops, pubs and restaurants in the village. Originally part of a row of fishermans cottage... more

High Cunsey Cottage, Coniston

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

High Cunsey Cottage was the former cow shed, yes cow shed, to High Cunsey Farm, a traditional Westmorland farmhouse in a delightful, quiet area of the Lakes. Beatrix Potter loved this part of Lakeland, the sheer beauty and tranquility that so greatl... more

The Dovery, Sedbergh

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Sedbergh is set to the West of the Yorkshire Dales National Park but is also close to the eastern fells of the Lake District, only 30 minutes drive from Windermere and is therefore ideal for exploring both areas of unspoilt and protected countryside.... more

Annies View, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Set above this popular tourist resort, Annies View is only a couple of minutes stroll into Bowness and all that this busy Lakeside village has to offer. Magnificent views can be enjoyed from Brantfell, a little further up the hill, with access onto t... more

Shepherds Fold, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Occupying an enviable position in one of the oldest parts of Ambleside, Shepherds Fold id the quintessential Lakeland cottage, perfect for your self catering holiday. A short stroll down Peggy Hill brings you to all the attractions of the popular vil... more

The Clarks Cottage, Kirkby Lonsdale

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

This delightful Grade II listed cottage dating back to the 1600s offers a wealth of charm and character and is amazingly spacious. The lounge provides the luxury of a living flame fire, with dining area tucked neatly off at an angle and giving access... 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

Treacle Cottage, Ambleside

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Built around 1760, this charming, ancient farmhouse was once part of Lowfold Farm, nestling in a small cluster of older properties on the fringes of Ambleside, set half way between the village and the Lake on the original old road into Ambleside. Som... more

Abbey Coach House, Staveley

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Abbey Coach House enjoys a quiet location within this lovely village, tucked away down a quiet side road with little passing traffic. Staveley is the ideal choice for the more mature holidaymaker as all amenities in the village are on the level altho... more

High House Barn, Sedgwick

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

High House Barn is a converted barn with imaginative upside down style layout to take advantage of the magnificent views and has been decorated, furnished and equipped to the highest standard. Retaining much of its original character with an abundanc... more

Oakghyll, Bowness

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Oakghyll is a comfortable, spacious property, perfect for the larger party, set midway between Bowness and Windermere, an ideal location for exploring all that this popular area has to offer. A superb selection of shops, restaurants and attractions a... more

Honeymoon Lodge, White Cross Bay

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

White Cross Bay Leisure Park has been awarded a four star award by Visit England along with the David Bellamy Gold Award for Conservation, so guests can be assured not only of a high standard of accommodation but also of a location doing its utmost t... more

Gateside Farmhouse -, Sedbergh

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

Located in the heart of rural farmland above the ancient market town of Sedbergh, Gateside Farmhouse enjoys excellent views from all windows of the Howgill range. Sedbergh itself is two and a half miles away, an enjoyable walk and has an excellent se... more

Barn Howe, Windermere

Self catering in Cumbria, North West England

One of several cottage style bungalows in the beautiful grounds of the former Priory Hotel, Barn Howe enjoys a peaceful setting and a lovely outlook towards Lake Windermere and her majestic fell range beyond. The cottage has shared lake access with t... more