Cottages in Windermere

Close to the shores of the fantastic Lake Windermere you can find cosy holiday cottages surrounded by the best of Lakeland's scenery. If you're looking for a quiet place surrounded by mountains and a variety of activities and attractions... This is the place to go! Windermere is a sought after summer getaway where you can find all sorts of things to do around the lake, inside the lake and in the small villages nearby.

Pack it all in and get ready to enjoy the best stay! At Windermere you'll get attractive cottages with amenities and a host of incredible features that will make your stay the best ever. You will have the unique opportunity to wake up and admire some of the most beautiful scenery in the UK, as well as enjoying private gardens and terraces with dining facilities. However, the accommodation also includes other incredible features such as swimming pools, private saunas, hot tubs and so much more to enjoy.

Situated on the shores of Lake Windermere, Brockhole Visitor Centre offers a wide range of outdoor activities to suit all ages and abilities. With no crowds of tourists, explore Windermere's north shore in complete calm from a kayak or canoe. Try laser shooting and see how many points you can score by targeting clays or have fun archery. Take to the skies in 35 exciting treetop challenges and compete against friends and family using the new Krazi Karts, all in stunningly beautiful surroundings! If you enjoy outdoor activities and new adventures, there's certainly no better place than Windermere to dare to try a new experience every day.

Although if you're a lover of wilderness and high mountains, the Lake District National Park offers a range of trails for cycling enthusiasts and boasts some of the best mountain biking routes in the UK. You can hire a mountain bike from Country Lanes Cycle Centre and set off on your own into the wild, or take a guided bike ride with them along quiet country lanes and bridleways, avoiding congested roads. If you're looking for a family-friendly ride, the West Coast Path by Lake Windermere offers a non-steep trail and plenty of opportunities to relax. And for a more rugged adventure, round the top of the lake through Ambleside and cycling in the valleys and hills to the east are some of the best options.

Taking a round trip on an amazing steam locomotive is one of the must-do's on your holiday to Windermere! Go to Lakeside and Haverthwaite located in the heart of the Lake District and take a three and a half mile journey in the Leven Valley. You can enjoy the tranquil valley scenery, admire the Victorian station and spend time in the cosy station restaurant. The site also includes a gift shop and a playground where children can be entertained while waiting to board the locomotive.

Holehird Gardens offers a 10 acre site with a mix of formal and informal gardens that will leave you in awe. The site is made up of a variety of extensive rock and heather gardens, assorted plants, glasshouses and a walled garden which is the centrepiece of the gardens. During your visit see the variety of roses, colourful shrubs and discover the collection of over 500 species in the main house of the alpine exhibition. And don't miss the highlights such as woodland walks, the hydrangea walk and Gunnera pond and waterfall near the car park which offer the best place to enjoy the Windermere panorama.

Brant Fell is a short 5 kilometre circular walk behind Bowness-on-Windermere that offers a wonderful perspective of the lake that is impossible to miss. The walk up the hill is quite steep, but on a sunny day the views at the top are well worth the effort. Start the walk from the centre of Bowness and pass through fields and then climb to the desolate summit of Brant Fell. Once you're there, relax and enjoy the beauty of the stunning mountains and the inspiring views of the loch. One of the best things about holidaying at Windermere is that even short circular walks will take you to glorious viewpoints with very little effort!

Despite being small, Windermere Jetty: Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories is one of the Lake District's most popular attractions! And offers an internationally important collection of vessels ranging from steamboats, yachts to motorboats and rowing boats. See how the museum reflects industry and engineering in an entertaining way in Britain's most beautiful boathouse. Venture into the new attraction, experience a boat trip on the lake, enjoy a snack in the contemporary café and discover Windermere's rich history.

Connect with nature on a two hour guided SUP (Stand Up Paddleboarding) trip with Windermere Canoe Kayak. The team has a fun-filled trip for you where you can enjoy the local wildlife and pass by the beautiful Windermere Islands. Relax as you paddle through the serenity of the lake, explore the numerous islands and breathe in the fresh air. No previous experience is necessary to do this activity, the team will help you and provide you with everything you need to have the best day ever.

After a day's paddling enjoy some seafood at The Boathouse Bar & Restaurant just a short walk from Windermere Canoe Kayak. With a warm welcome, The Boathouse is the perfect way to end a day of adventure. Here you can refresh yourself with a tasty meal overlooking the marina and enjoy a menu that is sure to leave you wanting to return. Spend some quality time with a fresh dinner and wine in a contemporary setting and then, finish the evening with a sweet treat and eat a hot fudge brownie with vanilla ice cream.

Just 17 minutes from the town, take a stroll by the lake, have a picnic and bring your four-legged friend on holiday to have fun running around the seven hectares of grounds at Fell Foot Park. Fell Foot Park's Victorian garden was formerly part of a mansion that was demolished in 1907, but today the park can be visited thanks to its acquisition by the National Trust in 1948. The site has beautiful views over Windermere and is covered with pine and oak woodland which is easy to walk through.