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Troutbeck Camping Pods - "No 1"
Our three warm and cosy pods are situated behind the main farm steading in a quiet setting away from the road and next to a small beck. The pods all have underfloor heating so you are guaranteed to be warm no matter the season. With excellent access from junction 36 of the M6, we are situated at the top of the beautiful Troutbeck Valley, with views down towards Windermere Lake. Our village has two pubs, a tearoom, and easy access to Windermere and Ambleside. Unfortunately we cannot accept pets

The Lodge, walking distance to lake and village
*PRICES FROZEN 2025&2026* Welcome to The Lodge! Our delightful micro house (25sq/m) has everything you need for a great stay in the Lake District National Park Located in a quiet cul-de-sac surrounded by woods & just a 10 min walk to the lake & Windermere village with its selection of pubs, restaurants, cafes and bars It's a surprisingly spacious space, with a king size bed, small kitchen with induction hob and combi microwave/oven, fridge, comfy lounge with smart TV, wifi & off street parking

Puddleduck Cottage. Luxury Central Windermere home
As featured on BBC TV’s Escape to the Country, Puddleduck Cottage is an award-winning luxury 2-bedroom Victorian retreat in the heart of Windermere village. Stroll to cafés, bars, shops, restaurants and Lake Windermere. Relax in two stylish bedrooms, a cosy lounge, equipped kitchen/ diner and private patio. Enjoy fast Wi-Fi, a fully equipped kitchen, dining room and laundry facilities – your perfect romantic or family Lake District escape with free parking, boutique comfort and timeless charm.

A L’al hidden gem, in a L’al gem of a town!
This thoughtfully converted cottage aims to provide you with all the comforts of a loving home, but with an abundance of style that lets you know you’re being treated somewhere far away. The property is split up over three floors, with a bespoke kitchen diner on the ground floor, an open plan living room with window seats, a log burner and a modern tv for relaxing, then the top floor provides the bedroom with large en-suite style bathroom that’s quirkily decorated to offer a truly unique stay.

Gardner's Shed
The Gardner’s Shed is self-contained with access through our well kept garden. It is bright and airy with a small kitchenette and modern shower room. - Comfy double bed - Electric towel rail - Small fridge, kettle, toaster, crockery. - Coffee, tea, milk - Deck for summer evenings - Lake District Books and maps - Separate access and parking on our drive way (small car only) - Outside boot box - Hose pipe to wash off muddy bikes/boots The perfect hideaway for your Lake District Adventure!

Lake View Lodge
Stay at the Lake View Lodge and wake up to fantastic views of Lake Windermere and its mountain backdrop every morning. The Lake View Lodge is a self-contained, wooden lodge with access to three acres of grounds and wild meadows attracting a wonderful array of wildlife including owls, red kites, deer, foxes and woodpeckers. Enjoy a large 45 square meter space with king sized bed, double sofa bed, shower room and kitchenette. Ideally suited for up to two adults and two children or three adults.

Lexington House - 5 Star - Stylish Barn Conversion
Standing proud, in one of the best residential roads in Bowness-On-Windermere, Lexington House is a superb 5 Star Barn Conversion. Less than 500m from the shores of Lake Windermere and in the most desirable area of Bowness, Lexington House offers guests the best of both worlds. Choose between the peace and tranquillity of the house and it’s grounds or venture into the vibrant village of Bowness, less than 250m away, with its eclectic mix of shops, tourist attractions, bars and restaurants.

Camping pod in western lakes
Our cosy pod sleeps 2 adults comfortably but could sleep 3 adults or 2 plus 1 young child. Pet friendly. Inside the pod is a double bed, a single futon mattress, kettle, toaster and oil filled radiator, carpeted floor, black out curtains. no bedding is supplied. The pod is small but cosy. The onsite games room provides extra space. Based on our working farm with panoramic views of local fells and Skiddaw. We have 3 camping pods all sited for guest privacy but could all be hired by friends.

No Eleven@The Ironworks, Lake District
Stunning Luxury 5* two bedroom Apartment situated in the historic village of Backbarrow; No Eleven@The Ironworks rests in the Lake District National Park; Free Parking 2 Allocated Spaces - Luxury Guest Toiletries; Professional Housekeeping - Hotelier Standard (all-inclusive price) Five minutes drive away to the Southern Shore of the Lakes; two outdoor balconies (riverside & woodland views) broadband&cycle storage; riverside & woodland views; Bowness Windermere short drive away.

Gorgeous barn & setting, just 10 mins from Bowness
Converted barn, tucked away in a rural setting with stunning views, just a 10 minute drive to Bowness. Spacious, inviting interiors with comfy sofas & log burning stove, designed for family, friends, loved ones to come together. Well equipped kitchen. Table seats 4 with views across barn & fells. Warm and cosy bedrooms with their own views. Bedroom and bathroom on each floor for a little added privacy. Doors open onto a secure garden & 2 well behaved dogs welcome.

Dorothy’s place Bowness on Windermere
Dorothy’s place is part of an 18th Century Villa. Adults only no children allowed. Everything you need for that perfect romantic break. Guests get full use of the large garden and woodland to take in the stunning view. If travelling by train our advice would be get a taxi from the station as can be difficult to find on foot . Guests are welcome to park up as early as you want before check in or drop luggage off in a safe place,but please let us know in advance.

Cosy cottage with fabulous views!
Little Swinside Cottage has an idyllic hillside setting and superb views stretching from the Vale of Lorton to the Scottish mountains. Wonderful walking at all levels, mountain biking in Whinlatter, dog friendly, hot tub available, good wifi, log burner, very peaceful, Keswick 8 miles, Cockermouth 6 miles. (Weekly discount 30%)
Popular amenities for Windermere family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

Lodge on Lake Windermere

Romantic Rural Hideaway & Private Hot Tub

Whitbarrow - Luxury Duplex views/pool/hot tub/gym

Cottage on Lake Windermere: Beach,Hot Tub & Sauna!

The Lake District National Park Sunset Beach Cabin

Low Wood Bothy (Luxury Pod & Tub) - Nether Wasdale

Loughrigg Cottage -private house with a hot tub

Detached 4 Bed Home, Hot Tub & Lake View - Pets OK
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Cosy Ambleside 2 bedroom home

Traditional Lakeland Stone Terrace

Cottage with private parking in Windermere Village

Riverside stone cottage, stunning mountain views

Applebeck Guest Suite Annexe

Meadowsweet Barn - The Lake District - Ulverston

Blelham Tarn (Rustic cabin in tranquil woodland)

The Bothy - secluded in The Lake District
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2 x Ensuite’s sleep 4 with swim & gym

Lakeside 4 Lodge, White Cross Bay, Windermere

Honeybee Retreat. Escape from it all.

Maple Leaf Cottage, Windermere, The Lake District.

Large 6 berth caravan on ocean edge. dog friendly

Squirrels Hideaway - Luxury Studio Apartment

Riverside 3-Bed Apartment Near Lake Windermere

Kingfisher Lodge, 30 Yealands
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| Avg. price | $331 NZD | $331 NZD | $324 NZD | $404 NZD | $399 NZD | $411 NZD | $458 NZD | $485 NZD | $406 NZD | $370 NZD | $341 NZD | $365 NZD |
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