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Lake Windermere, nestled in the heart of the Lake District in Cumbria, England, is a captivating travel destination renowned for its stunning natural beauty and tranquil ambiance. As the largest lake in England, it offers a plethora of accommodation options ranging from charming bed and breakfasts to luxurious lakeside hotels. The best neighbourhoods to stay include Bowness-on-Windermere, known for its vibrant atmosphere and proximity to the lake, and Ambleside, which offers picturesque views and easy access to hiking trails.
Top attractions around Lake Windermere include the World of Beatrix Potter, a delightful experience for families, and the historic Wray Castle, which offers a glimpse into the region's rich heritage. Visitors can also enjoy a scenic cruise on the lake or explore the beautiful landscapes of the surrounding Lake District National Park, making it an ideal destination for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike.
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Guest house in Windermere · 1.14 mi from centre
9.5
373 reviews
Breakfast available
In a peaceful residential area of Windermere, this friendly guest house is in an area of outstanding natural beauty. Bowness in the Lake District is a 10-minute walk away.
Located between Windermere and Bowness, the 4-star Thornbank Guest House has free Wi-Fi and free parking on site. The homely rooms with attached bathroom feature flat-screen TV and tea/coffee facilities. Each room also features cake and biscuits.
Guests have the use of Choices Gym, Spa and *Pool. This facility is located 2 miles away and can be reached by bus.
The extensive breakfast menu includes a choice of fruit, homemade jam and marmalade, a traditional cooked breakfast or continental and vegetarian options. Locally sourced produce is used.

Inn in Bowness-on-Windermere · 1.15 mi from centre
7.6
1,098 reviews
Just 2 minutes’ walk from Bowness center, The Stags Head Hotel offers cooked breakfasts, free local leisure passes and home-cooked food in the traditional pub restaurant.
All of the rooms have private bathrooms, and feature a TV and tea and coffee making facilities.
The Stags Head is a traditional Lakeland building, and the popular pub offers regular live music and locally-brewed ales. The restaurant serves a range of full meals and light snacks, and a children’s menu is also available. Packed lunches can also be provided for guests.
Lake Windermere is just a short walk away, offering boating trips, fishing and wonderful views. The World of Beatrix Potter is less than 656 feet away, and there are plenty of walking, cycling and hiking routes nearby.

Hotel in Windermere · 1.99 mi from centre
9.2
262 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at Briery Wood Country House Hotel in Windermere, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Coniston Water. This hotel is 11.1 mi (17.9 km) from Ullswater and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Treetop Trek.

Guest house in Windermere · 1.27 mi from centre
8.9
124 reviews
Denecrest Guest House offers accommodations in Windermere, 26 miles from Muncaster Castle and 26 miles from Askham Hall. The 3-star guest house is 23 miles from Derwentwater. Free Wifi is available throughout the property, and World of Beatrix Potter is a 19-minute walk away.
At the guest house, the units have a terrace. At the guest house, every unit includes a outdoor furniture and a TV.
Guests can also relax in the garden.
Trough of Bowland is 30 miles from the guest house, while Kendal Castle is 9.1 miles away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 72 miles from the property.

Guest house in Bowness-on-Windermere · 1.23 mi from centre
9.6
372 reviews
Located in the heart of the village of Bowness-on-Windermere, this adult only guest house overlooks Lake Windermere. The ferry terminal and the marina are 3 minutes' walk away.
Each suite at Bowness Bay Suites has a lounge area, a TV, free Wi-Fi access and an private bathroom with underfloor heating. A full English breakfast is available to order.
A variety of restaurants can be found from 400 feet from the property. Bowness-on-Windermere's town center also offers quaint shops and boutiques.
Surrounded by the picturesque countryside, guests can enjoy outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and sailing.

Guest house in Windermere · 1.15 mi from centre
7.9
440 reviews
Located in the center of Windermere village, only 2 minutes walk from Windermere Train station and 20 minutes walk from Lake Windermere. Lingmoor offers modern rooms with attached bathroom with free Wi-Fi and a central location for exploring the beautiful Lake District.
Built in 1854, the family-run Lingmoor maintains its traditional charm, and all rooms have a smart TV, generously stocked hospitality trays and hairdryers. No Parking available onsite due to the incredibly central location but there is parking very close by.
Windermere has a broad choice of pubs and restaurants all within walking distance.
There are various hiking and cycling routes nearby. Lake Windermere offers boating trips and cruises, and The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction is only a 20-minute walk away, or 5 minutes by bus. Beatrix Potter's house 'Hill Top' is only 4.5 miles away from the guest house.
3 star budget accommodations in the center of Windermere Village, Lake District

Guest house in Windermere · 1.13 mi from centre
9.3
485 reviews
Invergarry Room-Only Guest House For Adults is set in the heart of Windermere and Bowness. Our beautiful Victorian guest house offers free WiFi, unrestricted free on-street parking, a detailed environmental policy and self check-in. We offer a relaxing and flexible place to stay within the National Park.
All rooms feature an en-suite shower room, a flat-screen TV with Freeview channels, a hairdryer and a radio alarm clock. Each room also has a hospitality tray which includes tea/coffee facilities and a slice of homemade cake.
Lake Windermere is just 10 minutes away by foot and the Bowness Ferry Nab Ferry Landing is 1.5 miles away and offers the chance to cross the lake. Invergarry Room Only Guest House For Adults is within 15 minutes’ walk of Windermere Rail Station and the shops, bars and restaurants of Windermere and Bowness town centers.

Hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere · 1.22 mi from centre
7.2
580 reviews
Breakfast available
When you stay at The Ro Hotel in Windermere, you'll be in a national park, within a 10-minute walk of Lake Windermere and World of Beatrix Potter. This hotel is 8.4 mi (13.6 km) from Coniston Water and 13.8 mi (22.3 km) from Ullswater.

Apartment in Bowness-on-Windermere · 1.82 mi from centre
9.4
311 reviews
A 16-minute walk from World of Beatrix Potter in Bowness-on-Windermere, Stunning cottage Grade 2 listed with parking and Hot Tub features accommodations with access to a hot tub. Both free Wifi and parking on-site are accessible at the apartment free of charge. Guests can use a garden.
Stunning cottage Grade 2 listed with parking and Hot Tub includes 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom with a hot tub and a bath, a seating area, and a fully equipped kitchen with an oven. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. The accommodation has a fireplace.
Derwentwater is 24 miles from the accommodation, while Askham Hall is 27 miles from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 72 miles away.

Guest house in Windermere · 1.18 mi from centre
9.5
309 reviews
Housed in a historic building, Montfort Cottage Guest House provides accommodations with a garden and free Wifi in Windermere, a 13-minute walk from World of Beatrix Potter. Built in 19th century, this 4-star guest house is within 23 miles of Derwentwater and 26 miles of Askham Hall. Kendal Castle is 10 miles away, and Coniston Water is 15 miles from the guest house.
At the guest house, each unit is equipped with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, and towels. The guest house offers certain units with mountain views, and all units have a kettle. At the guest house, some units are allergy-free.
À la carte and full English/Irish breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities, and fresh pastries are available.
Guests at the guest house will be able to enjoy activities in and around Windermere, like cycling and hiking.
Trough of Bowland is 30 miles from Montfort Cottage Guest House, while Muncaster Castle is 30 miles away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 73 miles from the property.

Bed & breakfast in Windermere · 1.07 mi from centre
9.2
135 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at Glencree in Windermere, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Lake Windermere and Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories. This bed & breakfast is 9 mi (14.4 km) from Coniston Water and 13.8 mi (22.3 km) from Ullswater.

Bed and breakfast in Bowness-on-Windermere · 1.95 mi from centre
8.9
185 reviews
Brooklands Guest House enjoys a location in Bowness-on-Windermere, a 19-minute walk from World of Beatrix Potter and 24 miles from Derwentwater. This bed and breakfast offers free private parking, daily room service, and free Wifi. Askham Hall is 27 miles from the bed and breakfast, and Trough of Bowland is 30 miles away.
The bed and breakfast provides certain units with mountain views, and the units come with a private bathroom.
Guests can also relax in the garden.
Kendal Castle is 9.4 miles from the bed and breakfast, while Dalton Castle is 20 miles away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 72 miles from the property.

Lodge in Windermere · 1.16 mi from centre
8.4
61 reviews
With a stay at Station Lodge in Windermere, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Orrest Head. This lodge is 14.8 mi (23.9 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park and 11.3 mi (18.2 km) from Coniston Water.

Apartment in Bowness-on-Windermere · 1.10 mi from centre
8.6
36 reviews
Bower House offers accommodations in Bowness-on-Windermere, 24 miles from Derwentwater and 26 miles from Muncaster Castle. There's a private entrance at the apartment for the convenience of those who stay. Free Wifi is available throughout the property, and World of Beatrix Potter is a 2-minute walk away.
All units comprise a seating area with a sofa, a dining area, and a fully equipped kitchen with various cooking facilities, including an oven, a microwave, a toaster, and a fridge. The apartment complex features some units with lake views, and all units include a kettle. At the apartment complex, each unit has a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom.
Askham Hall is 27 miles from the apartment, while Trough of Bowland is 31 miles from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 73 miles away.

Inn in Windermere, Troutbeck Bridge · 1.17 mi from centre
8.0
67 reviews
Located within 24 miles of Muncaster Castle and 31 miles of Trough of Bowland, The Sun Inn has rooms in Troutbeck Bridge. The property is around 2.1 miles from World of Beatrix Potter, 21 miles from Derwentwater and 24 miles from Askham Hall. Buttermere is 31 miles away and Wasdale is 31 miles from the inn.
The rooms in the inn are equipped with an electric tea pot. Rooms have a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At The Sun Inn all rooms have a closet and a flat-screen TV.
Grizedale Forest is 8.1 miles from the accommodation, while Kendal Castle is 10 miles from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 73 miles away.

Guest house in Bowness-on-Windermere · 1.19 mi from centre
9.4
475 reviews
Craig Walk Suite offers accommodations in Bowness-on-Windermere, a 4-minute walk from World of Beatrix Potter and 24 miles from Derwentwater. The property is around 27 miles from Askham Hall, 31 miles from Trough of Bowland, and 31 miles from Muncaster Castle.
With free Wifi, this guest house offers a TV, and a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and toaster. The accommodation is non-smoking.
Kendal Castle is 10 miles from the guest house, while Cat Bells is 28 miles from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 73 miles away.

Bed and breakfast in Bowness-on-Windermere · 1.11 mi from centre
8.9
113 reviews
In Bowness-on-Windermere, this traditional Lakeland cottage offers rooms with TVs, tea/coffee facilities and hairdryers. Full of character, most rooms at The Bay House Lake View Guest House - Adults Only feature lakeside views.
In the heart of the Lake District, many shops, pubs and restaurants are within a 2-minute walk, along with Bowness Pier, where lake cruises are available.
The friendly Lake View Guest House - Adults Only provides a generous full English breakfast, made with fresh, local produce. The Bay House Lake View Guest House - Adults Only has beautiful original features and stunning views of Lake Windermere.

Guest house in Windermere · 1.21 mi from centre
9.3
256 reviews
This 19th-century house in Windermere offers locally sourced produce, free on-street parking and a bright, award-winning garden. Lake Windermere and local amenities are within walking distance.
Adam Place is a traditional AA 3-star guest house, built with Lakeland slate. Its bedrooms have an private bathroom and Freeview TV and free Wi-Fi is available throughout.
Windermere train and bus stations are within walking distance of Adam Place Guest House, making the beautiful Lake District easy to explore.
In its 1960s-themed dining room, Adam Place offers a choice of home-cooked breakfasts. Choose from traditional, vegetarian or continental. Your welcoming host, Linda, can offer assistance throughout your stay.

Guesthouse in Windermere · 1.15 mi from centre
7.4
11 reviews
With a stay at All Seasons Rest in Windermere, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Orrest Head. This guesthouse is 14.9 mi (23.9 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park and 11.3 mi (18.2 km) from Coniston Water.

Hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere · 1.32 mi from centre
8.4
953 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at The Belsfield Hotel in Windermere, you'll be on a lake, within a 10-minute walk of World of Beatrix Potter and Lake Windermere. This hotel is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Holehird Gardens and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Hill Top Farm.