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Bed and breakfast in Hawkshead · 17.22 km from centre
9.1
166 reviews
Set in Hawkshead and only 7.5 km from Lake Windermere, Ivy Guest house offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. It is situated 37 km from Derwentwater Lake and provides full-day security. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace.
At the bed and breakfast, each unit comes with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. The bed and breakfast features certain units with garden views, and units have a kettle. The units are equipped with heating facilities.
Breakfast is available, and includes continental, Full English/Irish and Italian options. A bar can be found on-site.
You can play darts at the bed and breakfast, and the area is popular for hiking. Cycling, fishing and canoeing are possible within the area, and Ivy Guest house offers water sports facilities.
Askham Hall is 42 km from the accommodation, while Muncaster Castle is 50 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 124 km from the property.

Guest house in Windermere · 11.84 km from centre
7.5
173 reviews
Built in 1854, All Seasons Guest House retains its original Lakeland-stone exterior and slate roof.
Our rooms are NOT pet friendly and comprise of:
A Small double En-suite bathroom 1st floor
2nd floor Economy double with private toilet and shower on the lower floor, this is a small attic room with low sloping ceilings.
A king, large double En-suite with views over the village and mountains.
Family En-suite room that sleeps 3 people. this is on the 2nd floor with low sloping ceilings.
The property is located on Windermere High Street, with Windermere Train Station just 200 metres away, and the shores of Lake Windermere only 1 mile away. With many bars, restaurants, shops and cafes on our door step
Windermere village has art galleries, restaurants and bars within 5 minutes’ walk of the All Seasons. The World of Beatrix Potter and the Lakeland Steamboat Museum are both within a 1 mile walk.
Children 5 years and under are not permitted and must be stated at the time of booking.

Apartment in Windermere · 11.80 km from centre
With a stay at this apartment in Windermere, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Lake Windermere and World of Beatrix Potter. This apartment is 15 mi (24.1 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park and 13.4 mi (21.6 km) from Ullswater.

Guest house in Windermere · 11.41 km from centre
9.6
296 reviews
ABACUS HOUSE in Windermere offers a guest house with free WiFi, private and express check-in and check-out services, and housekeeping. Guests can relax in the outdoor seating area.
Each room has private bathroom with free toiletries, a shower, a TV, an electric kettle, and a wardrobe. Additional amenities include a refrigerator and a work desk.
Located 1.8 km from the World of Beatrix Potter, the guest house is also close to attractions such as Kendal Castle (15 km) and Coniston Water (21 km). Boating is available in the surrounding area. Highly rated for room cleanliness, nearby shops, and convenient location.

Apartment in Bowness-on-Windermere · 11.81 km from centre
8.8
10 reviews
With a stay at Courtyard Apartments in Windermere, you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Lake Windermere and Bowness Pier. This apartment is 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre and 14.4 mi (23.2 km) from Ullswater.

Guesthouse in Windermere · 11.89 km from centre
9.4
148 reviews
When you stay at The Cottage in Windermere, you'll be on a lake, within a 5-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Bowness Pier. This guest house is 14.9 mi (24 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park and 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre.

Hotel in Grange-over-Sands, Cartmel · 19.26 km from centre
8.6
241 reviews
Overlooking the surrounding countryside, Uplands offers a bar and a restaurant. With free Wi-Fi throughout and free onsite parking, it is only 15 minutes’ walk from the bustling village of Cartmel and just 7 miles from Lake Windermere.
The rooms include a TV, a work desk, and tea and coffee making facilities. The en-suite bath or shower rooms have complimentary toiletries and a hairdryer. Some rooms have views of the Leven Estuary on Morecambe Bay and the Furness Peninsula.
Featuring views over the Lake District, the Uplands Restaurant offers an exquisite dining experience with a Sunday lunch, an a la carte menu, light lunches, and afternoon tea.
The local area offers a wide range of activities, including lively and frequent events within Cartmel and a large number of golf courses within a small radius. Uplands itself stands within 2 acres of gardens.

Guesthouse in Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere · 11.75 km from centre
9.2
78 reviews
With a stay at Elim House in Windermere, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Lake Windermere and Bowness Pier. This guest house is 3.6 mi (5.7 km) from Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre and 14.4 mi (23.2 km) from Ullswater.

Vacation home in Ambleside · 17.75 km from centre
With a stay at this holiday home in Ambleside, you'll be a 3-minute walk from Lake Windermere and within a 5-minute drive of Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre. This holiday home is 5.3 mi (8.5 km) from Bowness Pier and 9.7 mi (15.6 km) from Ullswater.

Guest house in Windermere · 11.62 km from centre
9.2
213 reviews
Set in Windermere, 1.7 km from World of Beatrix Potter and 36 km from Derwentwater, Autumn Leaves Guest House offers accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building. Built in 19th century, this 3-star guest house is within 42 km of Askham Hall and 48 km of Trough of Bowland. Every room has a patio.
The units in the guest house are equipped with a flat-screen TV. At the guest house, the units are equipped with bed linen and towels.
Guests can also relax in the garden.
Muncaster Castle is 48 km from the guest house, while Kendal Castle is 15 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 116 km from the property.

Inn in Grange-over-Sands, Grange Over Sands · 12.25 km from centre
8.2
512 reviews
Within the Lake District National Park, Derby Arms Witherslack Hotel serves traditional British cuisine and real ales. The elegant rooms have spacious bathrooms and free WiFi.
The quaint country pub offers charming rooms with crisp white linens, antique furniture and ornamental lamps. All rooms feature a plasma-screen TV, and some rooms have scenic views and luxury roll-top baths.
A full cooked breakfast is available 7 days a week.Full evening meals and lunches are also available. The beautiful restaurant features a grand open fireplace and polished wooden tables, and is intimately lit by candlelight.
Derby Arms Witherslack has a spacious games room, which features a pool table and darts board. There is also an on-site village shop, and free on-site parking is also available. Dogs are welcome throughout the hotel, and packed lunches can also be arranged.
Grange-over-Sands is just 10 minutes’ away, and Kendal town centre can be reached in 15 minutes’ drive. Grange-over-Sands Railway Station is 7 minutes away, offering trains to Ulverston and Carnforth.

Guest house in Bowness-on-Windermere · 11.99 km from centre
8.8
467 reviews
Situated in Bowness-on-Windermere, 200 metres from World of Beatrix Potter and 37 km from Derwentwater Lake, Holly Cottages features accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building. The property has garden views and is 42 km from Askham Hall and 49 km from Trough of Bowland. The accommodation provides luggage storage space and a housekeeping service for guests.
All units in the guest house are fitted with a kettle. Each unit has a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV, and some units at the guest house have a terrace. At the guest house, units have bed linen and towels.
A bowling alley is available on-site and both cycling and hiking can be enjoyed within close proximity of the guest house.
Muncaster Castle is 49 km from Holly Cottages, while Kendal Castle is 17 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 117 km away.

Inn in Bowness-on-Windermere · 11.91 km from centre
8.8
1,206 reviews
Situated in the heart of Bowness-on-Windermere, The Royal Oak Inn offers a traditional Inn, which has been family run since 1995.
The Royal Oak Inn, in the heart of Bowness on Windermere, is situated 100 yards up the steep hill which leads to end of The Dales Way Walk, which we are proud to be associated with as The Finishing Pub.
All our cosy rooms are ensuite and located above the bar over two floors. They include free Wi-Fi, TV, radio alarm clock and tea/coffee making facilities.
Guests can enjoy The Royal Oak’s renowned full English breakfast along with homemade bar meals, served daily from 12pm - 8:30pm (Closed Christmas Day). Dishes are prepared using locally sourced produce,. The property also offers vegan, vegetarian and a gluten-free options.
Bowness Bay Pier offers steamship cruises across Lake Windermere. Home to The World of Beatrix Potter, Bowness features traditional craft and gift shops, within 5 minutes’ walk of the property. Free private parking is available on site and Windermere Railway Station is 1.5 miles away.

Apartment in Bowness-on-Windermere · 11.94 km from centre
Located 38 km from Derwentwater Lake, 41 km from Askham Hall and 44 km from Muncaster Castle, Claife Flights provides accommodation situated in Bowness-on-Windermere. The property is set 46 km from Trough of Bowland, 46 km from Wasdale and 17 km from Kendal Castle. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and World of Beatrix Potter is 200 metres away.
The spacious apartment features 2 bedrooms, 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 Bowness-on-Windermere, like golfing, cycling and fishing.
Dalton Castle is 34 km from Claife Flights, while Cat Bells is 42 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 114 km from the property.

Apartment in Windermere · 11.80 km from centre
With a stay at this apartment in Windermere, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Bowness Pier. This apartment is 15 mi (24.1 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre.

Hotel in Ambleside · 17.67 km from centre
Located in Ambleside, within 8.5 km of World of Beatrix Potter and 16 km of Lake Windermere, Waterhead Bath Suites provides accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is set 29 km from Derwentwater Lake, 35 km from Askham Hall and 36 km from Muncaster Castle. Certain rooms at the property include a balcony with a mountain view.
At the hotel, every room has a desk and a flat-screen TV. Each room has a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Guest rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle.
Wasdale is 38 km from Waterhead Bath Suites, while Buttermere is 43 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 120 km from the property.

Hotel in Ambleside · 18.11 km from centre
8.4
788 reviews
Breakfast available
Set in an 18th-century coaching inn in the tranquil village of Ambleside, The White Lion by Innkeeper's Collection offers easy access to the Lake District National Park and the popular destination of Grasmere, 4 miles away. Guests also benefit from free parking.
Each room at The White Lion by Innkeeper's Collection has free Wi-Fi and an en suite shower room. Rooms are set on the first or second floor.
Traditional pub food is served daily and guests can enjoy pub favourites. The pub offers an extensive selection of ales and wines.
Nestled within the Lake District, Scafell Pike, the highest mountain in England, is 1 hour's drive from the property. Guests can also enjoy outdoor activities such as mountain biking, fishing, and hill walking.

Vacation home in Windermere · 11.62 km from centre
With a stay at Ellerthwaite Place- 2 Bedroom House With Hot Tub in Windermere, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Lyth Valley. This holiday home is 15.2 mi (24.5 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park and 13.6 mi (21.9 km) from Ullswater.

Guesthouse in Windermere · 11.57 km from centre
With a stay at Thornleigh Guest House in Windermere, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Lake Windermere and World of Beatrix Potter. This guest house is 8.9 mi (14.3 km) from Coniston Water and 14.1 mi (22.7 km) from Ullswater.

Vacation home in Carnforth · 13.89 km from centre
With a stay at this holiday home in Carnforth, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Yorkshire Dales National Park and Arnside and Silverdale. This holiday home is 16.9 mi (27.2 km) from Lake Windermere and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Lakeland Wildlife Oasis Park.
Planning a last-minute visit to the beautiful Lake District? Kendal is the perfect base for getting outdoors and exploring all the wild spaces that the national park has to offer. When it comes to places to stay, you’ll find Kendal is home to some of our top Cumbria hotels. There’s lots to see and do in the town, too. A great place to start is with a walk up Castle Hill to the ruins of 12th century Kendal Castle. From here, you can enjoy spectacular views over the lively town centre. Keep your eyes peeled for the River Kent meandering through Kendal, with the tall hills of the Lakes behind.
If convenience is important to you, check into the Riverside Hotel — a beautiful historic hotel around the corner from Kendal’s central train station. Alternatively, the Days Inn Killington Lake is an attractive budget option a few minutes drive from the town, just off the M6 motorway. With our wide range of last-minute Lake District hotels, guests can enjoy five-star luxury complete with saunas and spas or quaint little B&Bs featuring hearty breakfasts and en suite rooms.
Using Kendal as a base is a great way to explore the Lake District. Lake Windermere is just up the road for exciting boat trips, intrepid walks or afternoon teas with outstanding views. Venture further afield and you’ll find the starting point to Scafell Pike, plus countless quieter trails around Borrowdale and Buttermere.
Looking for further inspiration for your next last-minute Lake District escape? Cumbria is full of small towns nestled within gorgeous mountain scenery. Here are just a handful of our favourite options: