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Vacation home in Ulverston · 10.99 km from centre

    6.0

     

    1 review

    With a stay at this holiday home in Ulverston, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Lake Windermere and Fell Foot Park. This holiday home is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Winster Valley and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Lakeland Motor Museum.

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    The Colour House, Kendal Getaway
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    Apartment in Kendal · 11.73 km from centre

      7.5

       

      2 reviews

      The Colour House, Kendal Getaway is located in Kendal, 37 km from Trough of Bowland, 39 km from Askham Hall, and 49 km from Derwentwater. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and World of Beatrix Potter is 15 km away.

      The spacious apartment comes with 2 separate bedrooms, 1 bathroom, a fully equipped kitchenette with a dining area and microwave, and a living room with a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking.

      Kendal Castle is 1.2 km from the apartment, while Coniston Water is 37 km away. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 105 km from The Colour House, Kendal Getaway.

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      Wetherlam View Little Langdale
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      Holiday home in Ambleside, Little Langdale · 10.81 km from centre

        Situated in Little Langdale in the Cumbria region, Wetherlam View Little Langdale has a terrace. Guests staying at this holiday home have access to a balcony. The property is non-smoking and is located 16 km from World of Beatrix Potter.

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

        Lake Windermere is 17 km from the holiday home, while Muncaster Castle is 28 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 128 km away.

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        1 Croft Lodge
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        Apartment in Ambleside · 7.53 km from centre

          1 Croft Lodge is located in Ambleside, 14 km from Lake Windermere, 30 km from Derwentwater Lake, and 34 km from Muncaster Castle. The property is situated 35 km from Askham Hall, 36 km from Wasdale and 44 km from Buttermere. The property is non-smoking and is set 10 km from World of Beatrix Potter.

          The spacious apartment is fitted with 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, and 1 bathroom with a bath and shower. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment.

          Grizedale Forest is 7.1 km from the apartment, while Hill Top is 10 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 122 km away.

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          Windermere - Safari Suite
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          Luxury tent in Ambleside · 7.60 km from centre

            Featuring mountain views, Windermere - Safari Suite offers accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 12 km from World of Beatrix Potter. This recently renovated luxury tent is located 14 km from Lake Windermere and 32 km from Derwentwater Lake. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

            The luxury tent has a TV. The kitchenette comes with a dishwasher, a microwave and a toaster and there is a private bathroom with bathrobes and a hair dryer. Additional in-room amenities include wine or champagne.

            A minimarket is available at the luxury tent.

            The luxury tent has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open.

            Muncaster Castle is 36 km from the luxury tent, while Askham Hall is 38 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 124 km from the property.

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            Barnes Fell Apartments
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            Apartment in Ambleside · 7.79 km from centre

              10.0

               

              6 reviews

              Located in Ambleside, Barnes Fell Apartments is within a 15-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Ullswater. This apartment is 19.5 mi (31.3 km) from Lodore Falls and 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from Ambleside Climbing Wall.

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              Eden's Peaceful Escape Apartment
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              Apartment in Kendal · 11.59 km from centre

                8.7

                 

                20 reviews

                Eden's Peaceful Escape Apartment is set in Kendal, 36 km from Trough of Bowland, 39 km from Askham Hall, and 49 km from Derwentwater Lake. Located around 1.5 km from Kendal Castle, the apartment is also 37 km away from Coniston Water. The property is non-smoking and is located 15 km from World of Beatrix Potter.

                With free WiFi, this 1-bedroom apartment provides a cable flat-screen TV and a kitchenette with a fridge and stovetop. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

                Leeds Bradford International Airport is 104 km away.

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                Spacious Apartment in Coniston, by LetMeStay
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                Apartment in Coniston · 9.83 km from centre

                  9.2

                   

                  30 reviews

                  Offering mountain views, Spacious Apartment in Coniston, by LetMeStay is an accommodation situated in Coniston, 36 km from Derwentwater Lake and 45 km from Muncaster Castle. The property is around 46 km from Wasdale, 47 km from Askham Hall and 5.2 km from Coniston Water. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Lake Windermere is 15 km away.

                  The spacious apartment has 2 bedrooms, a TV with cable channels, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a bath. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                  Grizedale Forest is 7.3 km from the apartment.

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                  Fox Barn
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                  Holiday home in Kendal, Staveley · 7.76 km from centre

                    9.1

                     

                    18 reviews

                    Located in Staveley in the Cumbria region, Fox Barn features a terrace. The property is around 42 km from Askham Hall, 44 km from Derwentwater Lake and 45 km from Trough of Bowland. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and World of Beatrix Potter is 11 km away.

                    The 2-bedroom holiday home is equipped with a living room with a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with kitchenware, and 1 bathroom. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                    Guests can take advantage of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities.

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

                    Kendal Castle is 11 km from Fox Barn, while Grizedale Forest is 23 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 113 km from the property.

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                    Devoke Water Neaum Crag
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                    Chalet in Ambleside · 8.95 km from centre

                      8.0

                       

                      6 reviews

                      Situated in Ambleside, 13 km from World of Beatrix Potter, 18 km from Lake Windermere and 27 km from Derwentwater, Devoke Water Neaum Crag features accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi. The property is located 38 km from Askham Hall, 41 km from Wasdale and 42 km from Buttermere. The property is non-smoking and is set 38 km from Muncaster Castle.

                      The chalet is composed of 2 separate bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom. Towels and bed linen are available in the chalet.

                      Scafell Pike is 47 km from the chalet, while Grizedale Forest is 10 km from the property. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 126 km from Devoke Water Neaum Crag.

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                      Victory Cottage - Victory Cottage, Cosy village retreat
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                      Holiday home in Elterwater, Chapel Stile · 10.77 km from centre

                        Situated in Chapel Stile, 15 km from World of Beatrix Potter and 19 km from Lake Windermere, Victory Cottage - Victory Cottage, Cosy village retreat features mountain views and free WiFi. The property is around 37 km from Muncaster Castle, 40 km from Askham Hall and 41 km from Wasdale. The property is non-smoking and is located 27 km from Derwentwater Lake.

                        The spacious holiday home has 2 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a bath. Towels and bed linen are available in the holiday home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

                        Buttermere is 43 km from the holiday home, while Scafell Pike is 47 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 128 km away.

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                        Jontys Cottage
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                        Apartment in Elterwater, Ambleside · 10.90 km from centre

                          9.0

                           

                          2 reviews

                          Set in Ambleside, Jontys Cottage offers quiet street views and free WiFi, 15 km from World of Beatrix Potter and 20 km from Lake Windermere. It is situated 37 km from Muncaster Castle and provides private check-in and check-out. The property is non-smoking and is located 27 km from Derwentwater Lake.

                          The spacious apartment is fitted with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a patio with mountain views. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

                          Guests at the apartment can enjoy hiking nearby, or make the most of the sun terrace.

                          Askham Hall is 41 km from Jontys Cottage, while Wasdale is 41 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 128 km away.

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                          Nans, Elterwater
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                          Holiday home in Elterwater, Chapel Stile · 10.88 km from centre

                            Nans, Elterwater, a property with a terrace, is situated in Chapel Stile, 20 km from Lake Windermere, 27 km from Derwentwater Lake, as well as 37 km from Muncaster Castle. The property is around 41 km from Askham Hall, 41 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 has 3 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a hair dryer and free toiletries. Towels and bed linen are offered in the holiday home. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

                            Scafell Pike is 47 km from Nans, Elterwater, while Grizedale Forest is 12 km from the property.

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                            5 Lowfield, Ambleside
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                            Apartment in Ambleside · 7.44 km from centre

                              8.4

                               

                              9 reviews

                              Located in Ambleside, 8.7 km from World of Beatrix Potter and 17 km from Lake Windermere, 5 Lowfield, Ambleside provides accommodation with amenities such as free WiFi and a TV. The property is around 35 km from Askham Hall, 42 km from Muncaster Castle and 45 km from Buttermere. The property is non-smoking and is set 29 km from Derwentwater Lake.

                              Featuring a DVD player, the spacious apartment has a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave, a living room, a dining area, 2 bedrooms, and 2 bathrooms with a shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

                              Wasdale is 46 km from the apartment, while Grizedale Forest is 8.8 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 122 km from the property.

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                              Last Yan Cottage
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                              Apartment in Ambleside · 7.92 km from centre

                                7.6

                                 

                                44 reviews

                                Set 17 km from Lake Windermere, 28 km from Derwentwater and 34 km from Askham Hall, Last Yan Cottage features accommodation located in Ambleside. Featuring inner courtyard and quiet street views, this apartment also includes free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 10 km from World of Beatrix Potter.

                                The 1-bedroom apartment features a living room with a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

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

                                Muncaster Castle is 42 km from Last Yan Cottage, while Buttermere is 44 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 123 km away.

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                                Mr Harvison's, Ambleside, Lake District
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                                Holiday home in Ambleside · 8.11 km from centre

                                  8.0

                                   

                                  6 reviews

                                  Mr Harvison's, Ambleside, Lake District is set in Ambleside, 17 km from Lake Windermere, 28 km from Derwentwater, as well as 34 km from Askham Hall. The property is around 42 km from Muncaster Castle, 43 km from Buttermere and 46 km from Wasdale. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and World of Beatrix Potter is 9.4 km away.

                                  The holiday home is composed of 3 separate bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 3 bathrooms. Towels and bed linen are offered in the holiday home. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

                                  Grizedale Forest is 8.9 km from the holiday home. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 123 km from the property.

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                                  Loughrigg Cottage
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                                  Apartment in Ambleside · 7.61 km from centre

                                    9.0

                                     

                                    14 reviews

                                    Boasting a hot tub, Loughrigg Cottage is set in Ambleside. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 10 km from World of Beatrix Potter.

                                    The spacious apartment features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with mountain views. Guests can enjoy a meal on an outdoor dining area while overlooking the garden views. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

                                    Guests can also relax in the garden.

                                    Lake Windermere is 14 km from the apartment, while Derwentwater Lake is 31 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 124 km away.

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                                    Cabin 1
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                                    Campsite in Rydal, Ambleside · 10.04 km from centre

                                      7.7

                                       

                                      66 reviews

                                      Featuring a garden as well as a terrace, Cabin 1 is located in Ambleside, within 12 km of World of Beatrix Potter and 19 km of Lake Windermere. Private parking is available on site.

                                      There is a seating and a dining area in all units.

                                      Derwentwater is 26 km from the campground, while Askham Hall is 36 km away. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 125 km from Cabin 1.

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                                      Yurt 1
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                                      Campsite in Rydal · 10.12 km from centre

                                        7.5

                                         

                                        33 reviews

                                        Set in Rydal, Yurt 1 offers accommodation 12 km from World of Beatrix Potter and 19 km from Lake Windermere. Private parking is available on site.

                                        The campground offers an outdoor fireplace.

                                        Yurt 1 features a garden and sun terrace, which can be enjoyed by guests if the weather permits.

                                        Derwentwater is 26 km from the accommodation, while Askham Hall is 36 km away. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 125 km from Yurt 1.

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                                        Cabin 3
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                                        Campsite in Rydal · 10.03 km from centre

                                          7.8

                                           

                                          47 reviews

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                                          12 km from World of Beatrix Potter in Rydal, Cabin 3 features accommodation with access to wellness packages. Private parking is available on site.

                                          The campground offers an outdoor fireplace.

                                          Cabin 3 has a garden and sun terrace.

                                          Lake Windermere is 19 km from the accommodation, while Derwentwater is 26 km from the property. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 125 km from Cabin 3.

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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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