Windermere town in Lake District

Self-catering holiday cottages in The Windermere and Bowness region of the Lake District

The Windermere and Bowness region of the Lake District provides several excellent viewpoints over the magnificent scenery that really hasn’t changed much since it became popular in Victorian times. Post Knott and Orrest Head are especially popular with photographers and artists.

There is also a wide variety of self-catering cottages in the area, most of which welcome pets, and this allows you total freedom to come and go as you please to make the most of this wonderful region. Visitors arriving by train or coach will find there are plenty of taxis and self-drive cars available. Another key advantage for those who want to leave their car at home is that there is an excellent bus service to Kendal, Ambleside, Keswick and Grasmere, and of course, as mentioned, the railway station at Windermere town.

Bowness has successfully risen to the tourism challenge by becoming very much a focal-point of the Lake District without losing any of its charm or rural attractiveness. Not only does it excel as the ideal location for a relaxing vacation, but it has now also become popular for weddings, parties and other special celebrations. There is never a shortage of romantic weekenders and last minute visitors who head to make the town their base.

Cheap dog friendly holiday in Bowness on Windermere with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 5. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Very comfortable

Living room | Ramblers’ Cottage, Bowness on Windermere

Ramblers Cottage, Bowness on Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3BB.

A delightful, three-bedroomed cottage in an excellent location only a few minutes walk from the pier and restaurants of Bowness, yet quiet and peaceful.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Unique cottage in Bowness on Windermere with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 6. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Very comfortable

Exterior | Meadowcroft No 4, Bowness on Windermere

Meadowcroft No 4, Bowness on Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3JG.

This first floor apartment enjoys shared access to landscaped gardens and an all weather tennis court and is the perfect base for exploring all that Bowness and Windermere have to offer.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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House rental in Bowness on Windermere with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4. Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Well presented

Exterior | Kim’s Retreat, Bowness on Windermere

Kim's Retreat, Bowness on Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 2HZ.

Superb ground floor apartment a hop, skip and jump from the popular resort of Bowness offering a peaceful, quality haven with that all important private parking space.

  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Pet friendly self catering in Bowness on Windermere with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 5 + 1 Baby. Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Dining Area | Ellie’s View, Bowness on Windermere

Ellie's View, Bowness on Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3AX.

Victorian cottage style apartment set just off the centre of bustling Bowness having easy access to the shores of Lake Windermere and a host of local amenities and attractions.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Washing Machine
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Large house to rent in Bowness on Windermere with 4 bedrooms, Sleeps 10 + 1 Baby. No pets allowed. Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Tarn Rigg, Bowness on Windermere

Tarn Rigg, Bowness on Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 2DG.

Spacious and stylish property with views of the Langdale Pikes offering comfortable accommodation for up to 6 people in the heart of the Lakes.

  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Lake District
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Holiday home rental in Bowness on Windermere with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4 + 1 Baby. Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Great quality

Holborn House, Bowness on Windermere

Holburn House, Bowness on Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 2JP.

A beautifully presented cottage, with comfortable and contemporary leather seating areas in the living room and quality furnishings throughout.

  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Cot Available
  • Lake District
  • Bed Linen Included
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Staying in Bowness and things to do

There is also plenty to see and do in Bowness. The town has many and varied shops offering a great selection of quality goods, much locally produced. There is a more than ample selection of restaurants, cafe and pubs providing great food and hospitality for when you want a break from your self-catering cottage kitchen. There’s even a cinema and theatre.

Several tour operators provide a wide range of both half and full-day relaxing tours, accompanied by commentaries from local drivers, so you can easily get to know the heritage and history of the region in preparation for your next visit!

If you want something a little more adventurous or participatory, there is fishing, horse riding, clay pigeon shooting, golf, archery, boat hire and even hot-air ballooning.