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In the village of Elterwater, this traditional Lakeland inn offers real ales and home-cooked food, in the heart of the Lake District. Lake Windermere is just 3 miles away.

Each homely room at The Britannia has a TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Dating back over 400 years, The Britannia Inn has oak beams and open fires.

A varied menu of both traditional and unique dishes is available, using local produce when possible. In the evening, advance booking is recommended.

With a stay at The Westbourne in Windermere, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Lake Windermere and World of Beatrix Potter. This guest house is 14.5 mi (23.3 km) from Ullswater and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Old Laundry Theatre.

The Log House is located in Ambleside, 16 km from Lake Windermere, 30 km from Derwentwater Lake, as well as 34 km from Muncaster Castle. It is set 8.4 km from World of Beatrix Potter and offers full-day security. Askham Hall is 35 km away and Wasdale is 45 km from the guest house.

All units at the guest house come with a seating area and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The units have a kettle, a private bathroom and free WiFi, while some rooms also offer a patio and some have mountain views. At the guest house, all units are equipped with bed linen and towels.

Buttermere is 46 km from the guest house, while Grizedale Forest is 8.6 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 123 km away.

With a stay at The Belsfield Hotel in Windermere, you'll be on a lake, within a 10-minute walk of World of Beatrix Potter and Lake Windermere. This hotel is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Holehird Gardens and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Hill Top Farm.

Located in Ambleside, Waterhead Rooms & Suites is within a 15-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Ullswater. This hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Ambleside Climbing Wall and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Ambleside Pier.

When you stay at The Ro Hotel in Windermere, you'll be in a national park, within a 10-minute walk of Lake Windermere and World of Beatrix Potter. This hotel is 13.8 mi (22.3 km) from Ullswater and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Old Laundry Theatre.

With a stay at Briery Wood Country House Hotel in Windermere, you'll be a 1-minute walk from Lake Windermere and 8 minutes by foot from Treetop Trek. This hotel is 11.1 mi (17.9 km) from Ullswater and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre.

Ferndale Lodge, a family-run guest house, is placed only a few minutes’ stroll from the centre of the charming Lake District town of Ambleside. With free parking.

Light, airy rooms each include tea and coffee making facilities, as well as a TV and shower room. Some rooms also enjoy splendid views over Ambleside.

Now offering a room only basis giving you total flexibility, have a lie in, a late brunch or an early lunch and the opportunity to enjoy the Lake District from the early morning.

The cruise boats on Lake Windermere are 10 minutes’ walk away, whilst scenic Rydal Water is a 2 mile-drive. Windermere town is 5 miles away, accessible by buses that stop 2 minutes walk from the Lodge.

Free Wi-Fi access is available in all rooms and throughout the property.

Dogs are only allowed in the specific pet friendly room type.

The King size room is on the ground floor.

This hotel is situated in the centre of the village of Bowness-on-Windermere, just 2 minutes’ walk from the World of Beatrix Potter Attraction. Wi-Fi is free in public areas.

Rooms at Churchills Inn & Rooms are clean and functional, with private bathrooms and facilities for making tea and coffee. Some also offer picturesque views

A choice of restaurants are less than 5 minutes away on foot.

The nearby town dates back to the Middle Ages, with picturesque old lanes to walk along. Parking is available in 3 car parks within a minute’s walk from the building, and Windermere Rail Station is a mile away.

When you stay at Ambleside Central in Ambleside, you'll be in a national park, within a 15-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Ullswater. This hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Ambleside Climbing Wall and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from White Platts Recreation Ground.

Set 38 km from Derwentwater Lake, 42 km from Askham Hall and 49 km from Trough of Bowland, Bowness Central offers accommodation located in Windermere. The property is around 49 km from Muncaster Castle, 16 km from Kendal Castle and 44 km from Cat Bells. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and World of Beatrix Potter is 200 metres away.

The spacious apartment features 1 bedroom, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, 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 Windermere, like golfing, cycling and fishing.

Leeds Bradford International Airport is 117 km away.

With a stay at The Angel Inn - The Inn Collection Group in Windermere, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Lake Windermere and World of Beatrix Potter. This upscale inn is 13.8 mi (22.2 km) from Ullswater and 10.8 mi (17.4 km) from Coniston Water.

With a stay at Windermere Suites in Windermere, you'll be in a national park, within a 5-minute drive of Lake Windermere and World of Beatrix Potter. This luxury bed & breakfast is 13.3 mi (21.5 km) from Ullswater and 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Orrest Head.

Situated in Ambleside and only 9 km from World of Beatrix Potter, Finest Retreats - Kelsick Villa Guest House - Great Gable features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property has garden and city views, and is 30 km from Derwentwater Lake. The property is non-smoking and is located 16 km from Lake Windermere.

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

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

Askham Hall is 34 km from Finest Retreats - Kelsick Villa Guest House - Great Gable, while Muncaster Castle is 34 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 123 km away.

This B&B is just 5 minutes’ walk from Lake Windermere and 2 minutes from the World of Beatrix Potter Attraction. There is free Wi-Fi for guests..

Monties Guest House - Adults ONLY has a cafe that is open all day, and serves breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea. A range of drinks are available, and you can also enjoy a selection of homemade cakes.

The rooms are traditional in style, and come with a TV and facilities for making tea and coffee. All are centrally heated, and guests can also make use of ironing facilities.

The surrounding Lake District parkland is ideal for walking and cycling, and there a guided tours available in the town. Windermere Rail Station is just 1-mile away.

Set in Great Langdale, 22 km from World of Beatrix Potter, The Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Offering a bar, the property is located within 27 km of Lake Windermere. The property is non-smoking and is located 32 km from Derwentwater Lake.

The private bathroom is equipped with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. The units will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle.

A Full English/Irish, vegetarian or vegan breakfast is available at the property.

You can play darts at the hotel, and the area is popular for hiking and cycling.

Muncaster Castle is 36 km from The Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel, while Wasdale is 40 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 135 km from the property.

Located in Ambleside, YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe - Hostel is in a rural location, within a 15-minute walk of The Herdy Shop and Grasmere Garden Village. This upscale hostel is 5.6 mi (9 km) from Lake Windermere and 12.7 mi (20.4 km) from Ullswater.

With a stay at Woodlands Guest House Windermere in Windermere, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Lake Windermere and World of Beatrix Potter. This guest house is 13.4 mi (21.6 km) from Ullswater and 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Old Laundry Theatre.

Grasmere – the heart of the Lake District; and at the heart of Grasmere is The Inn at Grasmere, the original Inn of Grasmere, where travellers have come for centuries to stop, rest and enjoy the Lakes.

The Inn at Grasmere is part and parcel of the historic village. With breath taking views in a central location, the Inn provides visitors with easy access to the Lakes District in a luxurious setting.

Ancient traditions and modern comfort come together in The Inn at Grasmere, the heart of Grasmere.

Your home away from home.

Our Inn has stylish rooms and a on site Wellness Centre which features a sauna, relaxation room and heated swimming pool.

Limited car parking is available on site free of charge. We also have parking at our sister hotel a 2 minute walk away providing us with ample parking.

All of our rooms at The Inn At Grasmere are newly refurbished with new carpets, deco, beds, bathrooms, also have free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, as well as a power shower/bath, luxury Bath House toiletries and lots of luxury touches.

1769 Bar & Restaurant features a traditional menu of seasonal, locally sourced ingredients with the hotel's Lakeland Bar & Restaurant offering a selection of real ales and bar meals. We also have a delightful Courtyard where you can unwind and enjoy the beautiful scenery inside or out.

The Inn at Grasmere is set in the centre of the village, with walking and hiking routes right on the property's doorstep.

The hotel is situated in a prime location for easy access to neighbouring locations and a bus stop is conveniently located across the road from the property. Ambleside is 6.9 km away, while Keswick is 20 km away.

Situated in Bowness-on-Windermere, near World of Beatrix Potter, The Den - The White House Windermere - Off-Site Health Club & Spa 2 minute walk away is housed in a historic building where guests can enjoy a garden. This holiday home features accommodation with a patio. Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, the non-smoking holiday home features a hot tub.

The holiday home with a terrace and garden views has 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a hot tub. A private entrance leads guests into the holiday home, where they can enjoy some wine or champagne and chocolates or cookies. The property has an outdoor dining area.

Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Bowness-on-Windermere, like golfing.

Derwentwater Lake is 39 km from The Den - The White House Windermere - Off-Site Health Club & Spa 2 minute walk away, while Askham Hall is 42 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 117 km away.