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Fawns Keep - Hot Tub and Sauna Retreat
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Vacation home in Windermere · 6.04 km from centre

    With a stay at this holiday home in Windermere, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Winster Valley. This holiday home is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Fell Foot Park.

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    Thompson Cottage
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    Cottage in Windermere · 5.07 km from centre

      10.0

       

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      With a stay at this cottage in Windermere, you'll be a 1-minute drive from Lake Windermere and 7 minutes from World of Beatrix Potter. This cottage is 11.4 mi (18.4 km) from Coniston Water and 11.5 mi (18.4 km) from Ullswater.

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      Gerand
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      Cottage in Windermere · 5.09 km from centre

        10.0

         

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        With a stay at this cottage in Windermere, you'll be a 1-minute drive from Lake Windermere and 7 minutes from World of Beatrix Potter. This cottage is 11.4 mi (18.4 km) from Coniston Water and 11.5 mi (18.4 km) from Ullswater.

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        1 Bed Flat - Sleeps 4 - Garden - Parking - Wifi
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        Cottage in Hawkshead, Ambleside · 5.05 km from centre

          10.0

           

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          With a stay at this cottage in Ambleside, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Hawkshead Grammar School. This cottage is 14.3 mi (23.1 km) from Ullswater and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Grizedale Forest.

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          Mere Lodge
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          Bed & breakfast in Hawkshead, Ambleside · 5.29 km from centre

            10.0

             

            3 reviews

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            Located in Ambleside, Mere Lodge is within a 15-minute drive of Lake Windermere and World of Beatrix Potter. This bed & breakfast is 13.9 mi (22.3 km) from Ullswater and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Beatrix Potter Gallery.

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            Estcote
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            Holiday home in Hawkshead, Ambleside · 5.25 km from centre

              9.4

               

              6 reviews

              Set 37 km from Derwentwater Lake, 43 km from Askham Hall and 800 metres from Grizedale Forest, Estcote offers accommodation situated in Ambleside. This holiday home is 4.1 km from Hill Top and 12 km from Coniston Water. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Lake Windermere is 8.7 km away.

              The spacious holiday home has 3 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, 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 Ambleside, like golfing, cycling and fishing.

              Leeds Bradford International Airport is 124 km from the property.

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              Jessamine Cottage
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              Holiday home in Hawkshead, Ambleside · 5.25 km from centre

                9.3

                 

                3 reviews

                Located in Ambleside in the Cumbria region, with Grizedale Forest nearby, Jessamine Cottage provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is around 36 km from Derwentwater Lake, 42 km from Askham Hall and 3.7 km from Hill Top. The property is non-smoking and is situated 8.4 km from Lake Windermere.

                The holiday home features 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.

                Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Ambleside, like golfing, cycling and fishing. Guests can also relax in the garden.

                Coniston Water is 11 km from Jessamine Cottage. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 124 km away.

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                Betty's Mews
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                Apartment in Hawkshead, Ambleside · 5.20 km from centre

                  8.1

                   

                  27 reviews

                  Betty's Mews, a property with a garden, is set in Ambleside, 36 km from Derwentwater, 42 km from Askham Hall, as well as 300 metres from Grizedale Forest. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property and private parking is available on site. The property is non-smoking and is situated 8.1 km from Lake Windermere.

                  The spacious apartment has 2 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower.

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

                  Hill Top is 3.5 km from Betty's Mews, while Coniston Water is 11 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 123 km away.

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                  Hannakin Barn
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                  Holiday home in Hawkshead · 5.05 km from centre

                    9.0

                     

                    1 review

                    Hannakin Barn is situated in Hawkshead, 37 km from Derwentwater Lake, 43 km from Askham Hall, as well as 300 metres from Grizedale Forest. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property and private parking is available on site. The property is non-smoking and is located 8.3 km from Lake Windermere.

                    The holiday home is equipped with 1 bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area and a dishwasher, and 2 bathrooms.

                    Hill Top is 3.6 km from the holiday home, while Coniston Water is 12 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 124 km from the property.

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                    Honister Cottage
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                    Holiday home in Hawkshead · 5.65 km from centre

                      Honister Cottage, a property with a garden, is set in Hawkshead, 14 km from World of Beatrix Potter, 34 km from Derwentwater Lake, as well as 40 km from Askham Hall. The property is situated 48 km from Wasdale, 49 km from Buttermere and 2.4 km from Grizedale Forest. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Lake Windermere is 10 km away.

                      The holiday home includes 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower, a seating area, and a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

                      Guests at Honister Cottage will be able to enjoy activities in and around Hawkshead, like cycling.

                      Leeds Bradford International Airport is 128 km from the property.

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                      Waterhead Retreat
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                      Apartment in Ambleside · 6.69 km from centre

                        7.7

                         

                        3 reviews

                        Waterhead Retreat is situated in Ambleside, 17 km from Lake Windermere, 30 km from Derwentwater Lake, as well as 36 km from Askham Hall. The property is around 42 km from Muncaster Castle, 45 km from Buttermere and 45 km from Wasdale. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and World of Beatrix Potter is 7.9 km away.

                        The spacious apartment has 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area and a dishwasher, and 2 bathrooms. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                        Grizedale Forest is 8.8 km from the apartment. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 122 km from the property.

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                        Burrow Cottage
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                        Holiday home in Windermere, Bowness-on-Windermere · 6.13 km from centre

                          9.8

                           

                          4 reviews

                          Burrow Cottage, a property with a garden, is situated in Bowness-on-Windermere, 44 km from Derwentwater Lake, 48 km from Askham Hall, as well as 49 km from Trough of Bowland. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and World of Beatrix Potter is 6.7 km away.

                          The holiday home features 1 bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                          Guests at Burrow Cottage will be able to enjoy activities in and around Bowness-on-Windermere, like cycling.

                          Kendal Castle is 20 km from the accommodation, while Coniston Water is 29 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 117 km away.

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                          The Gallery
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                          Holiday home in Windermere, Ambleside · 4.35 km from centre

                            The Gallery, a property with a garden, is situated in Ambleside, 33 km from Derwentwater Lake, 39 km from Askham Hall, as well as 45 km from Muncaster Castle. Complimentary WiFi is offered throughout the property and private parking is available on site. The property is non-smoking and is set 5.2 km from World of Beatrix Potter.

                            The holiday home features 1 bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom.

                            Buttermere is 48 km from The Gallery, while Wasdale is 48 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 119 km away.

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                            Apple Tree Cottage
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                            Holiday home in Windermere · 4.41 km from centre

                              8.8

                               

                              7 reviews

                              Apple Tree Cottage is situated in Windermere, 33 km from Derwentwater, 39 km from Askham Hall, and 45 km from Muncaster Castle. The property is around 48 km from Buttermere, 48 km from Wasdale and 12 km from Grizedale Forest. The property is non-smoking and is set 5.3 km from World of Beatrix Potter.

                              The holiday home features 1 bedroom, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Offering free private parking, this 4-star holiday home also features free WiFi.

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

                              Hill Top is 15 km from Apple Tree Cottage. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 119 km away.

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                              Deer Thwaite
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                              Holiday home in Windermere · 4.41 km from centre

                                9.0

                                 

                                10 reviews

                                Deer Thwaite, a property with a garden, is situated in Windermere, 33 km from Derwentwater Lake, 39 km from Askham Hall, as well as 45 km from Muncaster Castle. The property is set 48 km from Buttermere, 48 km from Wasdale and 12 km from Grizedale Forest. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and World of Beatrix Potter is 5.3 km away.

                                The spacious holiday home has 3 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, 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 Windermere, like golfing, cycling and fishing.

                                Hill Top is 15 km from Deer Thwaite. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 119 km from the property.

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                                High Fold
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                                Holiday home in Windermere, Ambleside · 5.78 km from centre

                                  High Fold, a property with a garden, is located in Ambleside, 35 km from Derwentwater Lake, 36 km from Askham Hall, as well as 47 km from Muncaster Castle. Complimentary WiFi is available throughout the property and private parking is available on site. The property is non-smoking and is situated 6.4 km from World of Beatrix Potter.

                                  The holiday home features 1 bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area and an oven, and 1 bathroom.

                                  Grizedale Forest is 14 km from the holiday home, while Hill Top is 17 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 119 km away.

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                                  Thyme Out
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                                  Holiday home in Windermere, Troutbeck · 6.00 km from centre

                                    10.0

                                     

                                    3 reviews

                                    Thyme Out, a property with a garden, is located in Troutbeck, 35 km from Derwentwater Lake, 35 km from Askham Hall, as well as 47 km from Muncaster Castle. This holiday home is 14 km from Grizedale Forest and 17 km from Hill Top. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and World of Beatrix Potter is 6.6 km away.

                                    The holiday home features 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                                    Leeds Bradford International Airport is 119 km away.

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                                    Church View At Troutbeck
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                                    Holiday home in Windermere · 6.16 km from centre

                                      Church View At Troutbeck, a property with a garden, is set in Windermere, 35 km from Askham Hall, 35 km from Derwentwater Lake, as well as 47 km from Muncaster Castle. Located around 14 km from Grizedale Forest, the holiday home is also 17 km away from Hill Top. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and World of Beatrix Potter is 6.7 km away.

                                      The holiday home includes 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower, a seating area, and a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

                                      Leeds Bradford International Airport is 119 km from the property.

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                                      Orchard Cottage
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                                      Holiday home in Windermere · 6.16 km from centre

                                        9.5

                                         

                                        2 reviews

                                        Orchard Cottage, a property with a garden, is located in Windermere, 35 km from Askham Hall, 35 km from Derwentwater Lake, as well as 47 km from Muncaster Castle. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property and private parking is available on site. The property is non-smoking and is set 6.7 km from World of Beatrix Potter.

                                        The holiday home has 2 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.

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

                                        Grizedale Forest is 14 km from Orchard Cottage, while Hill Top is 17 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 119 km away.

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                                        Corner Cottage
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                                        Holiday home in Windermere, Troutbeck · 6.60 km from centre

                                          Corner Cottage, a property with a garden, is located in Troutbeck, 35 km from Askham Hall, 38 km from Derwentwater Lake, as well as 47 km from Muncaster Castle. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and World of Beatrix Potter is 7.7 km away.

                                          The holiday home includes 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower, a seating area, and a fully equipped kitchen with an oven. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

                                          Guests at Corner Cottage will be able to enjoy activities in and around Troutbeck, like cycling.

                                          Grizedale Forest is 14 km from the accommodation, while Hill Top is 18 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 119 km from the property.

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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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