Holiday rentals in Windermere

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Tiny home in Windermere
The Lodge, walking distance to lake and village
*PRICES FROZEN 2023&2024* 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
7–14 JanIndividual Host,
£95 per night
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 179 reviews
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Shepherd’s hut in Windermere
WILD SHEEP: King Bed/Ensuite/Nr Windermere
* Unique hideaway in the Lakeland fells with stunning views, perfect for those looking to surround themselves with nature. * This luxury hand crafted shepherds hut includes king bed, ensuite, private terrace garden & traditional style stove. * Exclusive accommodation, not part of a site. * Walking distance from 2 award winning pubs, short drive to Windermere (England’s largest lake), perfectly positioned to explore the Lake District. * Nespresso machine, coffee, tea, milk & homemade granola.
29 Jul – 5 AugIndividual Host,
£113 per night
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 338 reviews
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Shepherd’s hut in Cumbria
The Nook at Newalls- luxury shepherd’s hut
Nestled in the hills 5 minutes outside Kendal, the hut sits in its own private meadow, enjoying far reaching views of the fells. Choose to hunker down in the hut with a book, play board games and unplug from the rest of the world or use it as a base to explore Kendal and the beautiful Lake District National Park. Step inside and you'll find a snug and cosy retreat with King sized bed, log burner and underfloor heating. Outside, enjoy the dark skies from the patio and the private fire pit area.
17–24 JunIndividual Host,
£107 per night
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 114 reviews

Popular amenities for Windermere holiday rentals

Stay near Windermere's top sights

The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction103 locals recommend
Orrest Head29 locals recommend
Orrest Head Viewpoint29 locals recommend
The Flying Pig Pub3 locals recommend
The Albert Bar14 locals recommend
Booths, Windermere36 locals recommend

Other great holiday rentals in Windermere

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Cottage in Patterdale
Converted Barn, Patterdale in the Lake District
14–21 FebIndividual Host,
£155 per night
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 144 reviews
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Home in Bowness-on-Windermere
Stylish apartment -Central Bowness with parking
21–28 SeptIndividual Host,
£158 per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 195 reviews
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Cottage in Cumbria
A L’al hidden gem, in a L’al gem of a town!
3–10 FebIndividual Host,
£90 per night
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 188 reviews
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Cottage in Cumbria
Cottage in the centre of Windermere village
31 Aug – 7 SeptProfessional Host,
£94 per night
4.83 out of 5 average rating, 363 reviews
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Tiny home in Cumbria
Scandi Sky Hut a stroll from Windermere’s Lakes
24–31 DecIndividual Host,
£134 per night
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 257 reviews
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Hut in Cumbria
Oakland Hut, Heart of Windermere
27 Sept – 4 OctIndividual Host,
£102 per night
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 355 reviews
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Apartment in Bowness-on-Windermere
Lake View - aloft with views across the lake.
12–19 NovIndividual Host,
£147 per night
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 229 reviews
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Flat in Bowness-on-Windermere
Getaway in the Heart of Bowness
11–18 AprIndividual Host,
£102 per night
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 296 reviews
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Home in Cumbria
The Lake House (Windermere)
5–12 JanIndividual Host,
£471 per night
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 200 reviews
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Apartment in Cumbria
Central Ambleside location, stunning views
18–25 FebIndividual Host,
£110 per night
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 107 reviews
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Guest suite in Bowness-on-Windermere
The Bowness Ridings, luxury in a perfect location.
17–24 OctIndividual Host,
£128 per night
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 133 reviews
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Home in Bowness-on-Windermere
NEW - Richmond House- 5 Star- Unique Grand Design
13–20 JanProfessional Host,
£167 per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 21 reviews

Quick stats about holiday rentals in Windermere

Total rentals

690 properties

Rentals with a pool

10 properties have a pool

Pet-friendly rentals

230 properties allow pets

Family-friendly rentals

410 properties are a good fit for families

Total number of reviews

30K reviews

Nightly prices starting at

£39 before taxes and fees

Your guide to Windermere

Welcome to Windermere

This tiny community was once known as Birthwaite, but renamed when it became the terminus of the railway built here in the mid-19th century. People are often confused that the village of Windermere is not on the shores of its namesake lake. But the water is only a mile away and there are plenty of good viewing spots of Lake Windermere from the surrounding hills. The village now has a collection of independent shops, an upmarket grocer, and some lovely al fresco cafes.

Over the years, Windermere has almost merged with its neighbour, Bowness-on-Windermere. The Baddeley clock tower, a quaint and somewhat squat stone memorial, marks the point where one town ends and the other begins. It’s a good base for discovering the area’s gorgeous scenery, not to mention England’s largest lake, and it’s only two miles from the Lake District Visitor Centre at Brockhole, with its scenic grounds and wide variety of family-friendly activities.


The best time to stay in a holiday rental in Windermere

The Lake District is one of the most beautiful year-round destinations in the British Isles. Spring is a special season, from the moment the region’s famous daffodils pop out of the ground in March to the time when its gardens and woodlands are in bloom. In May, Lake Windermere hosts two of the area’s best events: a boat show in Bowness and a marathon in Ambleside. In June, Brockhole welcomes the Great North Swim, one of Britain’s most popular open-water swimming events, which welcomes participants of all ages and abilities. The village of Windermere is at its busiest in peak summer. Autumn is another good time to stay in one of the area’s cottages, thanks to the fall colours that wreath the woodland in reds and golds, which are reflected in the lake’s still waters.


Top things to do in Windermere

Queen Adelaide’s Hill

Join the sheep grazing on this rounded grassy mount for some wonderful views of Lake Windermere. It’s a short, gentle walk up from the Rayrigg Meadow car park; the only thing that will take your breath away is the vast stretch of water before you, ten and a half miles from end to end.

Holehird Gardens

Just 1.5 miles north of the village, this beautiful attraction combines woodland, meadow, and vibrant floral displays across its 10 acres of show gardens. It’s the home of the Lakeland Horticultural Society, and a great place to see the native wild daffodils that inspired William Wordsworth to write one of the most famous poems of all time.

Orrest Head

Famed as the place where a young Alfred Wainwright fell in love with the fells — and subsequently wrote the guidebooks that would bring millions more to love them too — this summit is a mere 239 metres high. You can see why it left such a profound legacy, though: Its views include a panorama of many of the Lake District’s best-known peaks, as well as the lake itself.

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