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Prospect Cottage Loft
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Apartment in Ambleside · 8.11 km from centre

    9.7

     

    3 reviews

    Prospect Cottage Loft, a property with a garden, is situated in Ambleside, 28 km from Derwentwater Lake, 34 km from Askham Hall, as well as 42 km from Muncaster Castle. The 5-star apartment is 17 km from Lake Windermere. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and World of Beatrix Potter is 10 km away.

    The spacious apartment has 1 bedroom, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. The accommodation is non-smoking.

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

    Buttermere is 43 km from Prospect Cottage Loft, while Wasdale is 46 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 123 km away.

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    Prospect Cottage Studio
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    Apartment in Ambleside · 8.11 km from centre

      9.6

       

      8 reviews

      Prospect Cottage Studio, a property with a garden, is located in Ambleside, 28 km from Derwentwater Lake, 34 km from Askham Hall, as well as 42 km from Muncaster Castle. The 5-star apartment is 17 km from Lake Windermere. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and World of Beatrix Potter is 10 km away.

      The spacious apartment features 1 bedroom, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. The accommodation is non-smoking.

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

      Buttermere is 43 km from Prospect Cottage Studio, while Wasdale is 46 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 123 km from the property.

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      Todd Crag View
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      Apartment in Ambleside · 7.68 km from centre

        8.2

         

        48 reviews

        Todd Crag View is set in Ambleside, 29 km from Derwentwater, 35 km from Askham Hall, as well as 42 km from Muncaster Castle. The 3-star apartment is 17 km from Lake Windermere. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and World of Beatrix Potter is 8.9 km away.

        The spacious apartment features 2 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. The accommodation is non-smoking.

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

        Buttermere is 45 km from Todd Crag View, while Wasdale is 45 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 123 km from the property.

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        Rothay 18
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        Holiday home in Ambleside · 7.79 km from centre

          9.1

           

          20 reviews

          Rothay 18, a property with a garden, is situated in Ambleside, 17 km from Lake Windermere, 29 km from Derwentwater Lake, as well as 35 km from Askham Hall. Complimentary WiFi is provided throughout the property and private parking is available on site. The property is non-smoking and is located 9.1 km from World of Beatrix Potter.

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

          Muncaster Castle is 42 km from the holiday home, while Buttermere is 45 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 123 km from the property.

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          Bank Foot
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          Holiday home in Ambleside · 7.44 km from centre

            Bank Foot is set in Ambleside, 17 km from Lake Windermere, 29 km from Derwentwater Lake, as well as 35 km from Askham Hall. The property is located 42 km from Muncaster Castle, 45 km from Buttermere and 46 km from Wasdale. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and World of Beatrix Potter is 8.7 km away.

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

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

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

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            Oaklea
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            Holiday home in Ambleside · 8.05 km from centre

              9.8

               

              14 reviews

              Oaklea is situated in Ambleside, 17 km from Lake Windermere, 28 km from Derwentwater Lake, and 34 km from Askham Hall. The property is located 42 km from Muncaster Castle, 44 km from Buttermere and 46 km from Wasdale. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and World of Beatrix Potter is 10 km away.

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

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

              Grizedale Forest is 9.2 km from Oaklea. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 123 km from the property.

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              Merry Bank
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              Holiday home in Ambleside · 7.84 km from centre

                9.5

                 

                2 reviews

                Merry Bank, a property with a garden, is located in Ambleside, 17 km from Lake Windermere, 29 km from Derwentwater Lake, as well as 35 km from Askham Hall. The property is situated 42 km from Muncaster Castle, 44 km from Buttermere and 46 km from Wasdale. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and World of Beatrix Potter is 10 km away.

                The holiday home features 2 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with an a bath or shower. The accommodation is non-smoking.

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

                Grizedale Forest is 9.1 km from Merry Bank. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 123 km away.

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                Gillybeck
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                Holiday home in Ambleside · 7.93 km from centre

                  8.9

                   

                  33 reviews

                  Gillybeck, a property with a garden, is located in Ambleside, 17 km from Lake Windermere, 29 km from Derwentwater Lake, as well as 34 km from Askham Hall. Complimentary WiFi is available throughout the property and private parking is available on site. The property is non-smoking and is situated 10 km from World of Beatrix Potter.

                  The holiday home features 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area and a dishwasher, and 2 bathrooms.

                  Muncaster Castle is 42 km from the holiday home, while Buttermere is 44 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 123 km away.

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                  Leafy Nook
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                  Holiday home in Ambleside · 7.92 km from centre

                    10.0

                     

                    5 reviews

                    Leafy Nook, a property with a garden, is located in Ambleside, 17 km from Lake Windermere, 29 km from Derwentwater Lake, as well as 34 km from Askham Hall. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property and private parking is available on site. The property is non-smoking and is set 10 km from World of Beatrix Potter.

                    The spacious holiday home is fitted with 3 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area and a fridge, and 2 bathrooms.

                    Muncaster Castle is 42 km from the holiday home, while Buttermere is 44 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 123 km away.

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                    Weir Cottage
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                    Holiday home in Ambleside · 11.46 km from centre

                      7.8

                       

                      11 reviews

                      Weir Cottage, a property with a garden, is located in Ambleside, 20 km from Lake Windermere, 27 km from Derwentwater Lake, as well as 38 km from Muncaster Castle. The property is around 41 km from Askham Hall, 42 km from Wasdale and 42 km from Buttermere. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and World of Beatrix Potter is 15 km away.

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

                      Scafell Pike is 47 km from Weir Cottage, while Grizedale Forest is 12 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 129 km from the property.

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                      South Stonethwaite Cottage
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                      Holiday home in Windermere · 6.97 km from centre

                        South Stonethwaite Cottage, a property with a garden, is located in Windermere, 34 km from Askham Hall, 39 km from Derwentwater Lake, as well as 44 km from Muncaster Castle. The property is around 18 km from Grizedale Forest, 21 km from Hill Top and 24 km from Coniston Water. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and World of Beatrix Potter is 7.6 km away.

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

                        Leeds Bradford International Airport is 119 km away.

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                        Tipsy Gin Cottage
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                        Holiday home in Kendal, Crosthwaite · 8.48 km from centre

                          9.4

                           

                          5 reviews

                          Tipsy Gin Cottage, a property with a garden, is set in Crosthwaite, 39 km from Trough of Bowland, 48 km from Askham Hall, as well as 49 km from Derwentwater Lake. This holiday home is 11 km from Kendal Castle and 34 km from Coniston Water. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and World of Beatrix Potter is 11 km away.

                          The holiday home includes 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom with a shower, a seating area, and a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

                          Leeds Bradford International Airport is 106 km away.

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                          The Dairy
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                          Holiday home in Kendal, Burneside · 10.30 km from centre

                            8.5

                             

                            2 reviews

                            Situated in Burneside and only 13 km from World of Beatrix Potter, The Dairy features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property is set 41 km from Askham Hall, 48 km from Derwentwater Lake and 3 km from Kendal Castle. The property is non-smoking and is located 38 km from Trough of Bowland.

                            The holiday home features 1 bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are available in the holiday home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

                            Guests at The Dairy will be able to enjoy activities in and around Burneside, like cycling. Guests can relax in the garden at the property.

                            Coniston Water is 32 km from the accommodation, while Lancaster Castle is 39 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 105 km away.

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                            Finest Retreats - Kelsick Villa Guest House - Helvellyn
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                            Guest house in Ambleside · 7.79 km from centre

                              7.5

                               

                              2 reviews

                              Located in Ambleside in the Cumbria region, Finest Retreats - Kelsick Villa Guest House - Helvellyn provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is around 16 km from Lake Windermere, 30 km from Derwentwater Lake and 34 km from Askham Hall. The property is non-smoking and is set 9 km from World of Beatrix Potter.

                              The spacious guest house is equipped with a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are provided in the guest house. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

                              Muncaster Castle is 34 km from the guest house, while Buttermere is 45 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 123 km from the property.

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                              South Lodge
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                              Holiday home in Kendal, Staveley · 11.76 km from centre

                                9.3

                                 

                                16 reviews

                                South Lodge, a property with a garden, is set in Staveley, 34 km from Askham Hall, 47 km from Trough of Bowland, as well as 10 km from Kendal Castle. The property is non-smoking and is situated 18 km from World of Beatrix Potter.

                                This holiday home features 2 bedrooms, a kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom. Featuring free private parking, this 4-star holiday home also features free WiFi. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

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

                                Grizedale Forest is 31 km from South Lodge. Teesside International Airport is 112 km from the property.

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                                North Lodge
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                                Holiday home in Kendal, Staveley · 11.76 km from centre

                                  9.9

                                   

                                  10 reviews

                                  Situated 34 km from Askham Hall, 47 km from Trough of Bowland and 10 km from Kendal Castle, North Lodge offers accommodation located in Staveley. This holiday home is 31 km from Grizedale Forest. The property is non-smoking and is set 18 km from World of Beatrix Potter.

                                  This holiday home is fitted with 2 bedrooms, a kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom. Offering free private parking, this 4-star holiday home also features free WiFi.

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

                                  Teesside International Airport is 112 km from the property.

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                                  Dock Tarn Lodge
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                                  Holiday home in Ambleside · 9.19 km from centre

                                    8.4

                                     

                                    6 reviews

                                    Situated 13 km from World of Beatrix Potter, Dock Tarn Lodge features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is located 28 km from Derwentwater Lake, 32 km from Muncaster Castle and 39 km from Askham Hall. The property is non-smoking and is set 17 km from Lake Windermere.

                                    The 2-bedroom holiday home has a living room with a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are offered in the holiday home.

                                    Guests can relax in the garden at the property.

                                    Buttermere is 43 km from the holiday home, while Wasdale is 43 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 127 km away.

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                                    Avon Wood
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                                    Holiday park in Windermere, Lake Side · 7.19 km from centre

                                      9.2

                                       

                                      17 reviews

                                      Avon Wood is situated in Lake Side, 7.7 km from World of Beatrix Potter, 44 km from Trough of Bowland, and 45 km from Derwentwater Lake. The property is around 49 km from Askham Hall, 18 km from Kendal Castle and 26 km from Dalton Castle.

                                      The accommodation comes with a TV and a private bathroom with shower while the kitchen has an oven, a toaster and a fridge. The units are equipped with heating facilities.

                                      Lancaster Castle is 45 km from the holiday park. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 114 km from the property.

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                                      Hollin Bank Barn Coniston Water
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                                      Holiday home in Coniston · 8.30 km from centre

                                        8.5

                                         

                                        2 reviews

                                        Offering a garden and lake view, Hollin Bank Barn Coniston Water is located in Coniston, 48 km from Muncaster Castle and 48 km from Wasdale. With free private parking, the property is 12 km from Lake Windermere and 38 km from Derwentwater. The property is non-smoking and is set 45 km from Askham Hall.

                                        The holiday home with a patio and mountain views has 3 bedrooms, a living room, a TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 2 bathrooms with a bath. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

                                        Grizedale Forest is 4.1 km from the holiday home, while Hill Top is 7.2 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 127 km away.

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                                        No3 The Forge, riverside cottage in Coniston
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                                        Holiday home in Coniston · 10.20 km from centre

                                          8.5

                                           

                                          2 reviews

                                          Situated 36 km from Derwentwater Lake, 45 km from Muncaster Castle and 46 km from Wasdale, No3 The Forge, riverside cottage in Coniston offers accommodation located in Coniston. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 15 km from Lake Windermere.

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

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

                                          Askham Hall is 46 km from No3 The Forge, riverside cottage in Coniston, while Coniston Water is 5.1 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 134 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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