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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.

Superbly located cottage, 15 min walk to Bowness.
This is a one off experience of a holiday home in the Lakes. A cosy comfortable house with all your home comforts, lovely sunny garden and only 15 minutes walking distance from both Windermere and Bowness centres with all their shops, bars and restaurants. (A little longer on the way back uphill.) It is the perfect stay for hikers and families alike. You have both towns on your doorstep and numerous walks from the front door. Parking space for one car outside house. Free street parking nearby.

Thornbeck Cottage, Windermere, Lake District
Thornbeck Cottage is a traditional 2 bedroom slate cottage in the heart of Windermere. It is perfectly located between the villages of Bowness on Windermere and Windermere, a short ten minute stroll either way to all of the local amenities and the lake. Nearest pub 5 minutes walk, various bars restaurants shops within ten minute walk. Train station in Windermere 15 minute walk. There is a front and rear garden which has a patio and stream. The Dales way and other walks are within ten minutes.

Hideaway Cottage in the heart of Windermere
Built in 1878, our traditional Lakeland cottage has 2 private parking spaces and is situated in the heart of Windermere, one minute's walk from the shops, restaurants and pubs. It is a well appointed country style cottage offering space and great features. It has a private patio with dining furniture at the rear. The sitting room, kitchen & dining room are on the ground floor, 3 bedrooms and 2 newly installed bathrooms are on the 1st floor and a TV room and utility room are in the cellar.

The Lady of the Lake Windermere
The Lady of the Lake is a cosy cottage with stunning views across Lake Windermere to the hills. The cottage provides the perfect base to relax and explore the Lake District and all it has to offer, from Horse Riding to Hiking, Boat Trips, Cycling and many more activities. The Lady of the Lake has a private parking space, a shared private jetty, and is ideally situated just a 15 minute walk from Windermere train station and centre where you will find an array of shops and traditional pubs.

Cottage on Lake Windermere: Beach, Hot Tub & Sauna
Magical, grade II listed 18th century traditional Lakeland cottage, set within 5 acres of woodlands leading directly to private beaches on Lake Windermere. Relax in a peaceful, natural environment, ideal for friends and families, wild swimmers, cyclists, paddle boarders, hikers and for cosy evenings by the fireplace. A luxurious hot tub, perfect after a hard days hike and a wood fired barrel sauna with cold shower are available (charged separately) Art classes and treatments also available

Smithy Cottage - Cosy Lake District retreat
Smithy Cottage makes up the first floor of the converted smithy in the heart of the village of Staveley. When you climb the external stone staircase and open the front door you will find a perfectly formed cosy cottage conveniently laid out on one floor. It’s full of history and character, with beamed lounge and wooden floors. It is the perfect place to relax with family and friends after a busy day exploring the Lake District. Just 4 miles from Windermere. Bus route 555 stops very near.

NEW - River Barn -5 Star- Luxury Riverside Retreat
If there was a house that could guarantee to bring you the sort of happiness & balance people could only dream of... This is it! Situated in the beautiful surroundings of the Lake District National Park, River Barn is one of the most iconic properties in the Winster Valley. Enjoying a unique & charming position nestled on the River Winster, with spectacular far-reaching views of the countryside, there are an abundance of The Lake District's finest walks & pubs right on your doorstep.

Cottage with private parking in Windermere Village
10% DISCOUNT FOR 7 NIGHT STAYS. On the edge of Windermere village, a lovely community within the Lake District National Park. Less than five-minute walk from the train station, and from all the facilities. Caxton Cottage is a cosy, detached house, with its own parking in front, (a real bonus in the area), and a small enclosed yard with seating area behind. It is a level stroll into the village with its lovely shops, restaurants and cafés, and a pleasant walk down the hill into Bowness.

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.

The Lookout at Bruntknott
A spectacular modern new build open-plan cottage incorporating features of an original 19th century stables offering spectacular uninterrupted panoramic views over Kentmere towards Windermere and the Langdales from its elevated farm location. An excellent base for walking, cycling or touring in the Lake District National Park or the Yorkshire Dales National Park or for just relaxing in delightful surroundings both within the property or in its open-aspect garden
Popular amenities for Windermere cottage rentals
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | ﺩ.ﺇ606 | ﺩ.ﺇ595 | ﺩ.ﺇ621 | ﺩ.ﺇ742 | ﺩ.ﺇ746 | ﺩ.ﺇ768 | ﺩ.ﺇ826 | ﺩ.ﺇ834 | ﺩ.ﺇ815 | ﺩ.ﺇ742 | ﺩ.ﺇ716 | ﺩ.ﺇ779 |
| Avg. temp | 3°C | 3°C | 5°C | 7°C | 9°C | 12°C | 14°C | 14°C | 12°C | 9°C | 5°C | 3°C |
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Windermere stays receive an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 from guests
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