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The Gilpin Farmhouse Lake District Getaway
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Vacation home in Kendal · 13.04 km from centre

    With a stay at this holiday home in Kendal, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Winster Valley. This holiday home is 12.7 mi (20.4 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lyth Valley.

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    Grizedale
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    Apartment in Kendal · 11.93 km from centre

      9.4

       

      22 reviews

      Grizedale is set in Kendal, 36 km from Trough of Bowland, 39 km from Askham Hall, as well as 50 km from Derwentwater Lake. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and World of Beatrix Potter is 16 km away.

      The spacious apartment has 2 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. The accommodation is non-smoking.

      Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Kendal, like golfing, cycling and fishing.

      Kendal Castle is less than 1 km from Grizedale, while Coniston Water is 37 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 103 km away.

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      The Snug - Lake District, Kendal
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      Apartment in Kendal · 12.21 km from centre

        9.5

         

        4 reviews

        The Snug - Lake District, Kendal is situated in Kendal, 35 km from Trough of Bowland, 39 km from Askham Hall, and 1 km from Kendal Castle. This apartment is 38 km from Coniston Water. The property is non-smoking and is set 17 km from World of Beatrix Potter.

        With free WiFi, this 1-bedroom apartment offers a flat-screen TV and a kitchen with an oven and microwave. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment.

        The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 103 km from the apartment.

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        Grimbles Cottage
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        Cottage in Ulverston · 13.12 km from centre

          With a stay at this cottage in Ulverston, you'll be near the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway. This cottage is 11.7 mi (18.8 km) from Coniston Water and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Lakeland Motor Museum.

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          The Old Kitchen
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          Holiday home in Grange-over-Sands, Grange Over Sands · 17.46 km from centre

            10.0

             

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            The Old Kitchen is an accommodation situated in Grange Over Sands, 21 km from Lake Windermere and 42 km from Trough of Bowland. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and World of Beatrix Potter is 19 km away.

            The spacious holiday home has 3 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a toaster, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.

            Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Grange Over Sands, like golfing, cycling and fishing.

            Leeds Bradford International Airport is 111 km from the property.

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            Cragg Cottage
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            Cottage in Grange-over-Sands · 18.99 km from centre

              With a stay at this cottage in Grange-over-Sands, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Yewbarrow House Gardens. This cottage is 19.5 mi (31.4 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park and 19.8 mi (31.9 km) from Coniston Water.

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              1 Bed in Cartmel 93388
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              Holiday home in Cartmel · 18.38 km from centre

                10.0

                 

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                Situated in Cartmel, 1 Bed in Cartmel 93388 has accommodation 47 km from Trough of Bowland. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and World of Beatrix Potter is 21 km away.

                The holiday home is composed of 1 separate bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom. Towels and bed linen are available in the holiday home. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

                Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Cartmel, like cycling.

                Leeds Bradford International Airport is 115 km from the property.

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                Juniper Grasmere - Juniper Cottage, Grasmere
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                Holiday home in Grasmere · 12.92 km from centre

                  8.8

                   

                  4 reviews

                  Juniper Grasmere - Juniper Cottage, Grasmere, a property with a garden, is situated in Grasmere, 22 km from Lake Windermere, 22 km from Derwentwater Lake, as well as 38 km from Buttermere. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the holiday home free of charge. The property is non-smoking and is located 16 km from World of Beatrix Potter.

                  The spacious holiday home features 3 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a bath. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.

                  Askham Hall is 40 km from Juniper Grasmere - Juniper Cottage, Grasmere, while Muncaster Castle is 43 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 129 km from the property.

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                  Hawthorn Cottage
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                  Cottage in Kendal · 16.38 km from centre

                    With a stay at this cottage in Kendal, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Yorkshire Dales National Park and Lakeland Maze Farm Park. This cottage is 15 mi (24.2 km) from Lake Windermere and 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from Westmorland County Showground.

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                    Castle Cottage
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                    Holiday home in Kendal · 12.99 km from centre

                      8.7

                       

                      17 reviews

                      Located in Kendal and only 17 km from World of Beatrix Potter, Castle Cottage provides accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property is around 39 km from Askham Hall, 400 metres from Kendal Castle and 38 km from Coniston Water. The property is non-smoking and is set 36 km from Trough of Bowland.

                      The holiday home features 1 bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home.

                      Leeds Bradford International Airport is 103 km away.

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                      Ground Floor Central Kendal retreat - Business or pleasure
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                      Apartment in Kendal · 12.30 km from centre

                        8.5

                         

                        34 reviews

                        Situated in Kendal in the Cumbria region, Ground Floor Central Kendal retreat - Business or pleasure has a patio. It is set 16 km from World of Beatrix Potter and features private check-in and check-out. This pet-friendly apartment also has free WiFi.

                        The apartment is located on the ground floor and features 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV with streaming services and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a dishwasher, an oven, a washing machine, a microwave and a toaster. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

                        Guests at the apartment can enjoy skiing and hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden.

                        Trough of Bowland is 36 km from Ground Floor Central Kendal retreat - Business or pleasure, while Askham Hall is 38 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 104 km away.

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                        Moresdale Bank Cottage
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                        Cottage in Kendal · 18.33 km from centre

                          10.0

                           

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                          With a stay at this cottage in Kendal, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Yorkshire Dales National Park and Lakeland Climbing Centre. This cottage is 14.6 mi (23.5 km) from Lake Windermere and 5.6 mi (9 km) from Kendal Museum.

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                          Lingmoor View
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                          Holiday home in Ambleside · 12.21 km from centre

                            Lingmoor View, a property with a garden, is situated in Ambleside, 21 km from Lake Windermere, 28 km from Derwentwater Lake, as well as 40 km from Muncaster Castle. The property is around 42 km from Askham Hall, 43 km from Buttermere and 44 km from Wasdale. The property is non-smoking and is located 16 km from World of Beatrix Potter.

                            The holiday home is composed of 2 separate bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom. Providing free private parking, this 3-star holiday home also features free WiFi. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

                            Scafell Pike is 49 km from the holiday home, while Grizedale Forest is 13 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 130 km from the property.

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                            Dovecot Cottage
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                            Holiday home in Grasmere, Ambleside · 12.84 km from centre

                              7.7

                               

                              16 reviews

                              Dovecot Cottage, a property with a garden, is located in Ambleside, 22 km from Derwentwater Lake, 23 km from Lake Windermere, as well as 37 km from Buttermere. Complimentary WiFi is available throughout the property and private parking is available on site. The property is non-smoking and is situated 16 km from World of Beatrix Potter.

                              The holiday home features 1 bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.

                              Askham Hall is 40 km from Dovecot Cottage, while Muncaster Castle is 44 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 130 km away.

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                              Chapel Tree Chapel Stile
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                              Apartment in Chapel Stile, Ambleside · 12.20 km from centre

                                With a stay at this apartment in Ambleside, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Allan Bank and Harrison Stickle. This apartment is 13.8 mi (22.2 km) from Lake District National Park and 13.9 mi (22.3 km) from Ullswater.

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                                Wharton House Mews in Cartmel Lake District
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                                Vacation home in Cartmel, Grange-over-Sands · 18.30 km from centre

                                  With a stay at this holiday home in Grange-over-Sands, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Cartmel Priory. This holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Cartmel Cheeses and 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Cartmel Racecourse.

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                                  Sundial Stays Kendal
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                                  Guest house in Kendal · 12.41 km from centre

                                    8.6

                                     

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                                    Sundial Stays Kendal, a property with a garden, is set in Kendal, 19 km from World of Beatrix Potter, 34 km from Trough of Bowland, as well as 40 km from Askham Hall. This guest house offers free private parking, full-day security and free WiFi. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace.

                                    All units in the guest house are fitted with a TV. A fridge and kettle are also offered. At the guest house, units come with bed linen and towels.

                                    Kendal Castle is 1.5 km from the guest house, while Coniston Water is 48 km from the property.

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                                    Hayfellside Nook
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                                    Apartment in Kendal · 14.87 km from centre

                                      8.6

                                       

                                      50 reviews

                                      Set 19 km from World of Beatrix Potter, Hayfellside Nook offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is located 41 km from Askham Hall, 4.9 km from Kendal Castle and 50 km from Coniston Water. The property is non-smoking and is situated 35 km from Trough of Bowland.

                                      The apartment is composed of 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and 2 bathrooms. A flat-screen TV is offered.

                                      Guests at the apartment can enjoy cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden.

                                      The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 100 km from Hayfellside Nook.

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                                      The Hen House
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                                      Holiday home in Kendal, Old Hutton · 18.35 km from centre

                                        9.5

                                         

                                        2 reviews

                                        Offering a garden and garden view, The Hen House is located in Old Hutton, 31 km from Trough of Bowland and 46 km from Askham Hall. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 24 km from World of Beatrix Potter.

                                        The holiday home is composed of 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom. A flat-screen TV is offered.

                                        Kendal Castle is 9.3 km from the holiday home, while Lancaster Castle is 32 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 92 km away.

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                                        Helton Fell
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                                        Apartment in Kendal · 11.93 km from centre

                                          9.2

                                           

                                          9 reviews

                                          Set 36 km from Trough of Bowland, 38 km from Askham Hall and 600 metres from Kendal Castle, Helton Fell offers accommodation located in Kendal. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and World of Beatrix Potter is 16 km away.

                                          The spacious apartment has 2 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                                          Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Kendal, like golfing, cycling and fishing.

                                          Coniston Water is 34 km from Helton Fell, while Lancaster Castle is 37 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 103 km away.

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                                          Find the best deals on hotels in Bowness on Windermere

                                          Bowness-on-Windermere is one of the most popular destinations in the Lake District. The town offers a range of activities on and around the lake, including boat trips, kayaking, and scenic walks, and the stunning views of the surrounding fells make it a perfect base for exploring the natural beauty of the Lake District.

                                          It’s a beautiful location with plenty of great accommodation options, pubs, restaurants and more and it is very popular with tourists from around the world. Don’t let its popularity put you off though – it’s still a charming destination even when the crowds are at their peak.

                                          Use our filters to narrow down your search for Bowness on Windermere hotels, whether you need one with parking or you really want a spa break.

                                          Where to Stay in Bowness on Windermere

                                          There are many hotels and guest houses right in the heart of Bowness on Windermere – it’s a tourist town, and so you won’t be short of options for places to book.

                                          Staying in this area puts you within walking distance of the Bowness Pier, where you can take boat trips around the lake, as well as the World of Beatrix Potter Attraction and a variety of shops, cafes, and restaurants. This area is perfect for those who want to immerse themselves in the vibrant atmosphere of Bowness-on-Windermere.

                                          If you prefer a more tranquil setting with picturesque views, consider staying on the outskirts of Bowness-on-Windermere. The areas of Windermere and Claife Heights offer charming accommodations, including boutique hotels and cosy inns with beautiful views of the lake and surrounding fells.

                                          Here you can enjoy peaceful walks along the lakeshore, explore scenic trails, and relax in the serene environment while still being close to the town's attractions, and away from the heavy crowds.

                                          For a touch of luxury, the areas around Storrs and Bowness Bay are home to several upscale hotels and boutique guesthouses. These establishments typically feature elegant decor, excellent amenities, and personalised service. Staying in this area, you'll still be close to the lake and enjoy a higher level of comfort and sophistication.

                                          If you want to visit Bowness but don’t mind staying somewhere a little less crowded, Ambleside’s a good option nearby. This gives you a more peaceful retreat with beautiful landscapes and outdoor activities.

                                          If you're travelling by train or planning day trips to nearby attractions, consider staying near Windermere railway station. This area offers various accommodation options and convenient access to public transportation for trips to nearby destinations like Kendal, Grasmere, and Coniston. Plus it’s only a relatively short walk down into Bowness itself.

                                          Insider Tips for Bowness on Windermere

                                          • Make sure you choose a hotel with parking if you’re driving to Bowness. Public parking gets extremely busy during peak season and you don’t want to be doing laps of the town to find a space if you’ve been for a drive.
                                          • Take a boat trip on Lake Windermere, England’s largest natural lake. Various cruises are available, offering scenic views of the lake and surrounding mountains. You can also hire a rowing boat or kayak for a more active adventure.
                                          • Visit The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction, where you can immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Peter Rabbit and other beloved characters. The attraction includes interactive exhibits and a beautiful garden.
                                          • Explore the stunning gardens and grounds of the National Trust’s Wray Castle, located nearby. The castle offers fantastic views of Lake Windermere and is a great place for a family picnic or a leisurely walk.
                                          • For outdoor enthusiasts, take a hike up Orrest Head, a relatively easy walk that rewards you with panoramic views over Lake Windermere and the surrounding fells. It’s a perfect spot for photography and enjoying the natural beauty of the Lake District.
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