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Mill Dam Cottage
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Holiday home in Coniston · 10.61 km from centre

    9.0

     

    7 reviews

    Mill Dam Cottage, a property with a garden, is situated in Coniston, 37 km from Derwentwater Lake, 43 km from Muncaster Castle, as well as 47 km from Wasdale. The property is set 47 km from Askham Hall, 6.3 km from Coniston Water and 7.9 km from Grizedale Forest. The property is non-smoking and is located 15 km from Lake Windermere.

    The holiday home comes with 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, and 1 bathroom. Providing free private parking, this 4-star holiday home also features free WiFi. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

    Hill Top is 11 km from the holiday home. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 136 km away.

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    Carrie's Gate
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    Holiday home in Coniston · 10.32 km from centre

      9.3

       

      3 reviews

      Carrie's Gate, a property with a garden, is situated in Coniston, 38 km from Derwentwater Lake, 43 km from Muncaster Castle, as well as 47 km from Wasdale. The property is set 47 km from Askham Hall, 5.8 km from Coniston Water and 7.3 km from Grizedale Forest. The property is non-smoking and is located 14 km from Lake Windermere.

      The 2-bedroom holiday home is equipped with a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, and 1 bathroom with a shower and a washing machine. Providing free private parking, this 4-star holiday home also features free WiFi. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

      Hill Top is 10 km from the holiday home. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 135 km away.

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      Penny Rigg Cottage
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      Holiday home in Coniston · 10.20 km from centre

        8.9

         

        9 reviews

        Penny Rigg Cottage, a property with a garden, is situated in Coniston, 36 km from Derwentwater Lake, 45 km from Muncaster Castle, as well as 46 km from Wasdale. The property is around 47 km from Askham Hall, 4.9 km from Coniston Water and 6.9 km from Grizedale Forest. The property is non-smoking and is located 15 km from Lake Windermere.

        The holiday home features 2 bedrooms, a TV, an equipped kitchen, a washing machine and 2 bathrooms with a shower. Providing free private parking, this 4-star holiday home also features free WiFi. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

        Leeds Bradford International Airport is 134 km away.

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        Puddleduck House
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        Holiday home in Coniston · 9.91 km from centre

          Located 14 km from Lake Windermere, Puddleduck House provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. Guests staying at this holiday home have access to a fully equipped kitchen. The property is non-smoking and is set 36 km from Derwentwater.

          Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

          Guests can also relax in the garden.

          Muncaster Castle is 44 km from the holiday home, while Wasdale is 46 km away. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 135 km from Puddleduck House.

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          Honeypot Cottage
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          Holiday home in Brigsteer, Kendal · 10.83 km from centre

            8.8

             

            4 reviews

            Honeypot Cottage, a property with a garden and a terrace, is set in Kendal, 44 km from Askham Hall, 6.8 km from Kendal Castle, as well as 39 km from Coniston Water. Featuring free private parking, the 4-star holiday home is 16 km from World of Beatrix Potter. The property is non-smoking and is situated 34 km from Trough of Bowland.

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

            Leeds Bradford International Airport is 102 km from the property.

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            Hollin Bank Barn
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            Holiday home in Coniston, High Yewdale · 8.30 km from centre

              Hollin Bank Barn, a property with a garden, is located in High Yewdale, 38 km from Derwentwater Lake, 39 km from Muncaster Castle, as well as 41 km from Wasdale. The property is situated 44 km from Askham Hall, 4.1 km from Grizedale Forest and 4.8 km from Coniston Water. The property is non-smoking and is set 11 km from Lake Windermere.

              The 3-bedroom holiday home is fitted with a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, and 2 bathrooms with a shower and a washing machine. Offering free private parking, this 4-star holiday home also features free WiFi. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

              Hill Top is 7.2 km from the holiday home, while Kendal Castle is 31 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 124 km away.

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              Breasty Haw
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              Holiday home in Ulverston, Grizedale · 7.74 km from centre

                9.4

                 

                5 reviews

                Breasty Haw, a property with a garden, is located in Grizedale, 43 km from Derwentwater Lake, 44 km from Muncaster Castle, as well as 46 km from Wasdale. The property is around 49 km from Askham Hall, 7.2 km from Grizedale Forest and 10 km from Hill Top. The property is non-smoking and is situated 14 km from Lake Windermere.

                The holiday home features 3 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms. Featuring free private parking, this 4-star holiday home also features free WiFi. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

                Coniston Water is 15 km from Breasty Haw. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 126 km from the property.

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                Seathwaite Tarn
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                Holiday home in Ambleside · 9.19 km from centre

                  10.0

                   

                  1 review

                  Seathwaite Tarn is situated in Ambleside, 17 km from Lake Windermere, 27 km from Derwentwater Lake, as well as 32 km from Muncaster Castle. The property is set 39 km from Askham Hall, 43 km from Buttermere and 43 km from Wasdale. The property is non-smoking and is located 13 km from World of Beatrix Potter.

                  The holiday home is composed of 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom. Providing free private parking, this 4-star holiday home also features free WiFi. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

                  Grizedale Forest is 10 km from the holiday home, while Hill Top is 13 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 127 km from the property.

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                  Sheilings
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                  Holiday home in Ambleside, Elterwater · 8.59 km from centre

                    9.0

                     

                    6 reviews

                    Sheilings, a property with a garden, is set in Elterwater, 16 km from Lake Windermere, 29 km from Derwentwater Lake, as well as 31 km from Muncaster Castle. The property is situated 38 km from Askham Hall, 42 km from Wasdale and 44 km from Buttermere. The property is non-smoking and is located 12 km from World of Beatrix Potter.

                    The holiday home features 3 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms. Providing free private parking, this 4-star holiday home also features free WiFi. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

                    Grizedale Forest is 9.2 km from Sheilings, while Hill Top is 12 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 126 km from the property.

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                    Sandfold Farm
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                    Holiday home in Ulverston, Newby Bridge · 11.01 km from centre

                      10.0

                       

                      2 reviews

                      Sandfold Farm is set in Newby Bridge, 49 km from Trough of Bowland, 49 km from Derwentwater Lake, as well as 20 km from Kendal Castle. This holiday home is 24 km from Coniston Water. The property is non-smoking and is located 12 km from World of Beatrix Potter.

                      The holiday home is equipped with 3 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, and 2 bathrooms with a shower. Providing free private parking, this 4-star holiday home also features free WiFi. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

                      Leeds Bradford International Airport is 117 km away.

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                      Borranside
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                      Holiday home in Ambleside · 7.15 km from centre

                        10.0

                         

                        1 review

                        Borranside, a property with a garden, is set in Ambleside, 15 km from Lake Windermere, 31 km from Derwentwater Lake, as well as 34 km from Muncaster Castle. The property is around 35 km from Askham Hall, 45 km from Wasdale and 46 km from Buttermere. The property is non-smoking and is located 8.3 km from World of Beatrix Potter.

                        The holiday home features 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom. Providing free private parking, this 4-star holiday home also features free WiFi. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

                        Grizedale Forest is 8.3 km from Borranside, while Hill Top is 11 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 122 km from the property.

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                        Willow a luxury rural retreat
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                        Apartment in Kendal, Staveley · 8.88 km from centre

                          9.8

                           

                          6 reviews

                          Located in Staveley and only 11 km from World of Beatrix Potter, Willow a luxury rural retreat provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property is around 42 km from Trough of Bowland, 45 km from Derwentwater Lake and 8.4 km from Kendal Castle. The property is non-smoking and is set 38 km from Askham Hall.

                          The apartment features 2 bedrooms, a TV with satellite channels, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment.

                          Grizedale Forest is 24 km from the apartment. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 110 km away.

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                          Bonnie Cottage
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                          Holiday home in Ambleside · 8.13 km from centre

                            Bonnie Cottage, a property with a garden, is set in Ambleside, 30 km from Derwentwater Lake, 34 km from Askham Hall, as well as 35 km from Muncaster Castle. The 4-star holiday home is 16 km from Lake Windermere. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and World of Beatrix Potter is 10 km away.

                            The 3-bedroom holiday home comes with a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, and 2 bathrooms with a shower and a washing machine. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

                            Buttermere is 45 km from the holiday home, while Wasdale is 46 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 124 km from the property.

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                            May Cottage
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                            Holiday home in Ambleside · 8.08 km from centre

                              9.8

                               

                              4 reviews

                              May Cottage, a property with a garden, is set in Ambleside, 16 km from Lake Windermere, 28 km from Derwentwater Lake, as well as 34 km from Askham Hall. The property is situated 36 km from Muncaster Castle, 38 km from Wasdale and 42 km from Buttermere. The property is non-smoking and is located 9.3 km from World of Beatrix Potter.

                              The holiday home is equipped with 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and 2 bathrooms with a shower. Providing free private parking, this 4-star holiday home also features free WiFi. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

                              Grizedale Forest is 9 km from the holiday home, while Hill Top is 12 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 124 km from the property.

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                              Ellerview House
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                              Holiday home in Ambleside · 8.43 km from centre

                                8.3

                                 

                                9 reviews

                                Ellerview House, a property with a garden, is situated in Ambleside, 29 km from Derwentwater, 34 km from Askham Hall, as well as 42 km from Muncaster Castle. The 4-star holiday home is 17 km from Lake Windermere. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and World of Beatrix Potter is 10 km away.

                                The holiday home has 3 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and kitchenware, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the holiday home. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

                                Buttermere is 44 km from the holiday home, while Wasdale is 46 km from the property.

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                                Ghyllside 3
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                                Holiday home in Ambleside · 7.81 km from centre

                                  8.7

                                   

                                  13 reviews

                                  Ghyllside 3, a property with a garden, is situated in Ambleside, 16 km from Lake Windermere, 30 km from Derwentwater Lake, as well as 35 km from Askham Hall. The property is around 35 km from Muncaster Castle, 46 km from Buttermere and 46 km from Wasdale. The property is non-smoking and is located 10 km from World of Beatrix Potter.

                                  The 4-bedroom holiday home is equipped with a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, and 2 bathrooms with a shower and a washing machine. Providing free private parking, this 3-star holiday home also features free WiFi. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

                                  Grizedale Forest is 9.3 km from the holiday home, while Hill Top is 12 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 123 km from the property.

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                                  THE HAYLOFT at Sunny Brow Farm
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                                  Holiday home in Hawkshead, Ambleside · 6.97 km from centre

                                    8.9

                                     

                                    10 reviews

                                    Offering garden views, THE HAYLOFT at Sunny Brow Farm is an accommodation situated in Ambleside, 14 km from World of Beatrix Potter and 31 km from Derwentwater Lake. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 10 km from Lake Windermere.

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

                                    Muncaster Castle is 35 km from the holiday home, while Wasdale is 37 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 128 km away.

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                                    Barrow Tenement
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                                    Holiday home in Kendal, Crosthwaite · 9.08 km from centre

                                      9.1

                                       

                                      9 reviews

                                      Barrow Tenement, a property with a garden, is set in Crosthwaite, 38 km from Trough of Bowland, 49 km from Askham Hall, as well as 50 km from Derwentwater Lake. The property is non-smoking and is situated 12 km from World of Beatrix Potter.

                                      The holiday home has 3 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and kitchenware, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a shower. Featuring free private parking, this 4-star holiday home also features free WiFi. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

                                      Kendal Castle is 12 km from the holiday home, while Coniston Water is 36 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 106 km away.

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                                      Tarn Bank
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                                      Holiday home in Kendal, Underbarrow · 8.71 km from centre

                                        9.3

                                         

                                        4 reviews

                                        Tarn Bank, a property with a garden, is set in Underbarrow, 44 km from Askham Hall, 49 km from Derwentwater Lake, as well as 7.1 km from Kendal Castle. Providing free private parking, the 4-star holiday home is 13 km from World of Beatrix Potter. The property is non-smoking and is located 36 km from Trough of Bowland.

                                        With free WiFi, this 3-bedroom holiday home provides a TV and a kitchen with a dishwasher and kitchenware. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

                                        Cathedral Church of St Peter is 37 km from the holiday home, while Lancaster Castle is 38 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 105 km from the property.

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                                        Coniston View Coniston
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                                        Holiday home in Coniston · 10.30 km from centre

                                          8.9

                                           

                                          8 reviews

                                          Featuring lake views, Coniston View Coniston offers accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 15 km from Lake Windermere. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 36 km from Derwentwater Lake.

                                          The 2-bedroom holiday home comes with a living room with a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

                                          Muncaster Castle is 45 km from the holiday home, while Wasdale is 47 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 135 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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