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Lake District Cottages Windermere - Ambleside
Bowness-on-Windermere

If you are a new visitor to the Lake District it might be worth mentioning that, Windermere itself is not on the Lakeside. The town that has lakeside frontage is Bowness-on-Windermere, just south of Windermere village. The bustling Lakeland town of Ambleside is at the very northern tip of Lake Windermere and has some lake frontage.

All the cottages listed below are within easy access of Lake Windermere, some of the properties, particularly those that are elevated, have stunning views of the Lake itself.


Chalet on the Lake

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  • Sleeps 4
  • No Pets / Children need supervision
  • Large Sun Terrace overlooking Lake Windermere
  • Shops / Pubs / Restaurants 1 ½mile
  • LakeWindermere-Sleeps4 Looking for something unique? Romantic? The Chalet on Lake Windermere may be your perfect solution.
    The airy living room oopens on to a large sun terrace and the chalet is situated in a superb, secluded, position over the water on the shore of Lake Windermere.

    Read Guest Reviews and check availability of Chalet on the Lake.

    Helm View

    Winderemere Cottage - Sleeps 7 Windermere Cottage - sleeps 7

  • Sleeps 7 : Parking 3 cars
  • Cot / Highchair available. Pets welcome
  • Woodburning Stove
  • Games Room
  • Shop 1 mile : short walk to Windermere and Bowness

    Built from traditional Lakeland slate perfectly combines the balance of traditional with modern. Read Guest Reviews and check availability of Helm View


    Cottages - Bowness on Windermere

    Bowness on Windermere, situated right on the edge of Lake Windermere, is perhaps one of the most popular villages in the Lake District. Discover Cumbria has partnered with several reputable cottage leasing companies, to bring you a choice of hand-picked cottages that we hope will allow you to experience all the attractions of this popular spot.

    Lakeshore Boathouse

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  • Sleeps 2 - 4
  • No pets / no smoking
  • Underfloor heating
  • Tiered Garden accessible by steps
  • Garden Furniture and BBQ
  • Parking 2 cars
  • Pubs / Restaurants and Shops 1 mile
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    Room with a view? Just imagine having your own boat tied to the jetty of your Lake Windermere chalet (boats can be hired nearby)

    Read the full description of Lakeshore Boathouse and see more photos.


    Craigside - Bowness

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  • Sleeps 8 : No Pets
  • Many rooms with oak floors. Underfloor heating in en-suites
  • Stunning Views
  • Ecological and Contemporary Enjoy these additional photographs of Craigside to appreciate the attention to detail in furnishings of this property.

    Bellman Cottage

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  • Sleeps 4/5 (non-smokers) / parking 2 cars
  • 1 pet welcome
  • cot / highchair avail
  • secure bike shed
  • 2 night short breaks avail A modern cottage just 150 yards from Lake Windermere. Bowness one mile for shops and restaurants. Close to ferry for access to Hawkshead. Read customer comments and see internal photographs of Bellman Cottage

    Beega Apartment


  • Sleeps 2
  • No Smoking / No Babies-Children / No Pets
  • Shared garden with bench
  • First floor apartment
  • Parking by permit in nearby SLDC car pack

    This first floor apartment is situated off a cobbled street, just 10 yards from the pubs, restaurants and shops of Bowness on Windermere.

    Read more about Beega Apartment


    Ambleside cottages we think you will love

    Ambleside is a popular town at the North of Lake Windermere. Being so popular can make the town quite busy during peak holiday seasons. We hope that our carefully selected cottages, will allow you to be close enough to enjoy all the Ambleside amenities, but also allow you to relax in the beauty of the surrounding area, maybe even a walk from your own doorstep?

    Fellmere

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  • Sleeps 4
  • No Smoking / No Pets
  • Conservatory with spectacular views to Lake Windermere
  • Patio with garden furniture + lawned garden
  • Parking 2 cars
  • Storage shed suitable for bikes
  • Shops / Pubs / Restaurants 0.75 mile

    There are spectacular views from the conservatory of this pretty cottage on the edge of Ambleside. The cottage itself dates back to 1840 and is full of charm with views towards Wansfell Pike.

    See more photographs of this delightfulAmbleside Cottage

    The Hollies

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  • Sleeps 2
  • Pets welcome / roadside parking
  • No Smoking
  • Open wood fire + central heating
  • Short break discounts available
  • Pub and Restaurant 1/4 mile; Shops and town 1/4 mile

    This cosy end of terrace is within walking distance of the popular town of Ambleside - perfect for two, pets are welcome too.

    See more photographs and read guest reviews of The Hollies

    Low White Stones

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  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets / no smoking
  • Large open fireplace
  • King Size Bed
  • No garden - but bench to front
  • Roadside parking when available / Parking permit is issued for use in nearby car park
  • Pub / Shops / Restaurants 200 yards

    This Grade II, listed 17C pretty Lakeland cottage enjoys the quietness of its location with little passing traffic, yet an easy stroll into one of the Lake District's tourist honey spots with a wide choice of places to dine and with numerous walks from the door.

    See more photographs and check availability of Low White Stones.

    Archway Cottage

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  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets / no smoking
  • 1 small car / + nearby municipal car park
  • Wood burning stove
  • Pubs 75 yds/ Shops and Restaurants 200 yds
  • Bike Shed

    This Ambleside cottage gets glowing reviews, for its quirky use of space and attention to detail. Enjoy the traditional Lakeland Cottage and wood burning stove along with great views and being able to stroll into Ambleside.

    See more photographs and read more details and previous guest reviews of Archways in Ambleside


    Apple Tree Cottage

    Cottages in Ambleside Ambleside Cottage with Enclosed Garden

  • Sleeps 4 (Cot avail)
  • No Smoking
  • 1 Small well behaved dog allowed
  • Open Coal Fire
  • On-street parking
  • Lawned Cottage Garden with BBQ & furniture
  • Pubs / Shops / Resaurants 500 yds

    With lovely views from its elevated position, Apple Tree Cottage provides a great base to explore the beautiful English Lake District and within easy walking distance to the popular town of Ambleside.

    See further photographs and read more about Apple Tree Cottage


    Two Tweenways - Ambleside

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  • Sleeps 2 (no under 18's)
  • No pets / no smoking
  • Patio with garden furniture
  • Off road parking for 1 car
  • Shops and pubs 5 min walk

    This traditional terraced cottage is in a great location if you want to be in walking distance of the popular Lakeland town of Ambleside. See further phototgraphs and read more about Two Tweenways.


    Oaks Farm Cottage

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  • Sleeps 8 : Cot available
  • Parking 4 cars : No Pets
  • Open Beams / Woodburning stove
  • Quiet location yet only 400 yds to Ambleside An incredible find. All the convenience of the popular village of Ambleside combined with a traditional 16th century cottage tucked away from the crowds. Walk right from the door or explore the Lakes from this pretty cottage. Read Guest Reviews and check availability of Oaks Farm Cottage


    Tarnside

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  • Sleeps 4 : Highchair / cot available
  • Set in 2 ½ acres shaed grounds
  • Small shared heated indoor pool/table tennis/jacuzzi
  • Shop 3 miles (some facilities on site) Situated in a holiday complex this first floor apartment allows you to be surrounded by natural unspoilt woodland whilst enjoying the perks of a holiday complex. The property has a shared small indoor pool and table tennis table. Read more about the facilities at Tarnside


    Bonfire Cottage - Nr. Lake Windermere

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  • Sleeps 6 : Pets welcome
  • Free Trout Fishing
  • Use of nearby shared heated Indoor Pool and Gym (additional fee)
  • Shops 4 miles

    Views of Lake Windermere. Set in 4 acres of woodland on the Graythwaite Estate, 10-minute walk from private lake frontage. 2.5 acre stocked lake provides free trout fishing.Graythwaite Hall's gardens are open to the public in the Spring. Guests invited to use the facilities of the indoor heated swimming pool (open 8.45am - 7.45pm). Fitness suite/ cycle hire (at additional cost) Read Guest Reviews and check availability for Bonfire Cottage


    Wilfin Beck Cottage - Cunsey

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  • Sleeps 6 : Cot and highchair avail
  • ¾ garden with stream and views of Lake Windermere
  • Woodburning Stove
  • No Pets
  • Shops 1 mile This Grade II listed semi-detached cottage, in Cunsey Nr. Ambleside, commands spectacular views over Lake Windermere from its pretty cottage garden. Enjoy peaceful walks along the shoreline or explore the nearby villages of Windermere, Hawkshead and Ambleside. Note that a beck (stream) runs through the grounds : children need to be supervised. Read Guest Reviews and check availability for Wilfin Beck Cottage

    Dove Cottage

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  • Sleeps 4 (2 person discount avail)
  • No pets
  • Highchair / Cot
  • Linen / towells / fuel / power all included
  • Use of indoor heated swimming pool 0.5 miles
  • Shops 4 miles

    Dove Cottage is a *single storey cottage with uninterrupted views across wooded parkland. Just a mile's walk from private lake frontage to Lake Windermere.
    *owners note : internal steps make this property unsuitable for the infirm.

    See more photographs of this pretty bungalow and read guest reviews here.

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    Red Deer Lodge

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  • Sleeps 6 - 8 (cot & high chair on request)
  • No smoking
  • 1 well behaved small pet by arrangement
  • Games Room : Coin operated Pool Table & Pub Quiz machine, PS3 & 32" Flat Screen TV
  • First floor lounge with 40" flat screen TV + Wii and over 30 movies & board games
  • First floor kitchen
  • Large tiered garden with BBQ and garden furniture
  • Pub 0.5 mile / Shops & Restaurants 1.5 miles / Nearest town Hawkshead 5 miles

    A fantastic Games Room makes this rural holiday cottage close to Lake Windermere a perfect base for families with teenagers. There are lovely views across the valley and walks can be taken from the door. Lake Windermere is just a mile and a half away and the pretty village of Hawkshead is 5 miles from the property.

    There are four bedrooms all of which have recently been refurbished.

    Read guest reviews and see further gallery photographs of Red Deer Lodge

    Lake Shore Apartments - Lakeside - Newby Bridge

    Two Elegant Lake Shore Apartments on the western shore of Lake Windermere

    Bucks Yeat North - Fir Tree Lodge (sleeps 4) and Deer Rise (sleeps 6)

    Sharing 1½ acres of natural woodland and a large lawned garden with views over Lake Windermere NB: Owner's note - There are unfenced natural ponds in the grounds.

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    Fir Tree Lodge

  • Sleeps 4 (cot available)
  • No smoking / No pets
  • Private Courtyard
  • Shared grounds with garden furniture
  • 5 min walk to private beach on lake shore
  • Parking 2 cars : Secure cycle shed
  • Shops 2 miles
    Read more about this elegant lake shore apartment and see further photographs of Fir Tree Lodge

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    Deer Rise

  • Sleeps 6 (cot available)
  • Open Fire
  • French doors to Private Courtyard
  • Lake shore access to private beach - 5 min walk
  • Large shared lawned garden with garden furniture
  • Shops 2 miles
  • No smoking / No pets
  • Parking 2 cars : secure cycle shed

    This lake shore apartment can be booked with Fir Tree Lodge to provide accommodation for up to 10. See more photographs and check availability of Deer Rise

    Graythwaite Farm

    Graythwaite Farm is part of the Graythwaite Estate which has been in the same family since the reign of Queen Elizabeth I. The Farmstead dates back to around 1890 and the properties are set in 4 acres of woodland on the Western Shore of Lake Windermere.

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    Joint facilities for the ten accommodations at Graythwaite Farm include:

  • Shared indoor heated swimming pool (39ft x 16ft, depth 5ft), daily 8.45am to 7.45pm (ltd changing facilities)
  • Fitness suite with treadmill, bikes and multi-gym £20 pp pw (£15 per short break) poa
  • Bicycle hire nearby
  • Natural purified lake water supply
  • Shared heated drying room
  • Shared games room
  • Four acres of shared woodland grounds
  • Trout lake, 2.5 acres with free fly fishing
  • Private lake frontage

    Owner's Note: Lakeside frontage (1 mile)

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    Home Farm - Graythwaite

  • Sleeps 10 (cot/highchair avail)
  • 1 pet welcome
  • Woodburning stove
  • Detached house with annexe ideal for extended families
  • Large enclosed courtyard with patio furniture
  • Shared Pool / Gym
  • Shared Lake frontage 1 mile
  • Well stocked 2.5 acre lake - free trout fishing
  • Parking

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    Eel House - Graythwaite

  • Sleeps 10 (cot/highchair avail)
  • 1 pet welcome
  • Woodburning stove
  • Ground floor barn conversion
  • Shared patio with furniture
  • Shared Pool / gym
  • Shared Lake frontage 1 mile
  • Well stocked 2.5 acre lake - free trout fishing
  • Parking

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    Bull Pen - Graythwaite

  • Sleeps 10 (highchair /cot avail)/Parking
  • 1 pet welcome
  • Woodburning stove
  • French doors to patio
  • Shared Pool / gym / 1 mile to shared lake frontage
  • Well stocked 2.5 acre lake - free trout fishing

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    Hazel Seat - Graythwaite

  • Sleeps 8 (cot / highchair avail)
  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Woodburning stove
  • Two double bedrooms/two twin bedrooms
  • Shared patio with furniture and BBQ
  • Shared Pool/ gym / 1 mile to shared lake frontage
  • Well stocked 2.5 acre lake - free trout fishing

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    Holme Well - Graythwaite

  • Sleeps 8 (cot/highchair avail)
  • 1 pet welcome
  • Woodburning stove
  • Ground floor barn conversion
  • Shared patio with furniture and BBQ
  • Shared pool / gym / 1 mile to shared lake frontage
  • Well stocked 2.5 acre lake - free trout fishing

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    Greenhowes Cottage - Graythwaite

  • Sleeps 6 (cot / highchair avail)
  • 1 pet welcome
  • Open fire
  • Terraced cottage renovated in 2007
  • Shared patio with furnitue and BBQ
  • Shared pool / gym / 1 mile to shared lake frontage
  • Well stocked 2.5 acre lake - free trout fishing

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    Bibby Lot - Graythwaite

  • Sleeps 6 (cot/highchair avail)
  • 1 pet welcome
  • Open Fire
  • Shared patio with furniture and BBQ
  • Shared pool / gym / 1 mile to shared lake frontage
  • Well stocked 2.5 acre lake - free trout fishing

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    Crabtree - Graythwaite

    (*formerly called Silverholme)
  • Sleeps 4 (cot/highchair avail)
  • 1 pet welcome
  • Woodburning Stove
  • Ground-floor cottage forming part of barn conversion
  • Shared pool / gym / 1 mile to shared lake frontage
  • Well stocked 2.5 acre lake - free trout fishing

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    Newlands Graythwaite

  • Sleeps 4 (cot/highchair avail)
  • 1 pet welcome
  • Woodburning Stove
  • Spacious first floor apartment accessed from external staircase
  • Forms part of barn conversion
  • Shared pool / gym / 1 mile to shared lake frontage
  • Well stocked 2.5 acre lake - free trout fishing

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    Can Brow - Graythwaite

  • Sleeps 2 (cot/highchair avail)
  • 1 pet welcome
  • Woodburning Stove
  • Single Storey detached cottage
  • Over bath shower
  • Shared pool / gym / 1 mile to shared lake frontage
  • Well stocked 2.5 acre lake - free trout fishing

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    Cottage in Lakeside

  • Sleeps 6 (3 bedrooms)
  • Log Fire
  • Just across the road from Lake Windermere
  • Garden / Decking outside furniture
  • Fee use of leisure club and spa at the Swan Hotel - Newby Bridge This unassuming ground floor cottage allows you to enjoy all the tranquility that the Lake District without being too far off the beaten track. Just a few minutes walk will have you at the jetty ready to hop onto one of Lake Windermere steamers or even to the Lakeside Hotel where you could hire a bike, see the Aquariam or simply watch the train chug from the steam railway.

    See further photographs and read what the owners have to say about this Cottage in Lakeside.


    Clappersgate - between Ambleside and Skelwith Bridge

    The Pavilion


  • Sleeps 2
  • No Pets / No smoking
  • Exposed timbers / modern kitchen
  • King Size bed + Jacuzzi Bath
  • Garden with BBQ
  • Shops and Restaurants 1.5 miles

    Close to the River Brathay, between Ambleside and Skelwith Bridge, The Pavilion sleeps 2. Set in a samll complex The Pavilion enjoys wonderful views of the Langdales from its grounds and inside has been furnished to a very high standard, perfect for a romantic weekend or perhaps your honeymoon.

    See more photographs and read more detailed information of The Pavilion

    The Dove Cot

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  • Sleeps 2
  • No smoking /No pets
  • Parking 1 car
  • French doors to patio with BBQ
  • Pub 1 mile / Shops and restaurants 2 miles *Owners note - sorry but this property is not suitable for children/babies *This property can be booked with Halfway House to accommodate up to 9

    In a great central Lake District location this property is in easy distance of the popular Lake District town of Ambleside as well as a multitude of walks and cycling routes.

    See further photographs and read more about The Dove Cot

    Please ensure that you check all details directly with the cottage lease company prior to booking.
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