{"id":1605,"date":"2017-03-22T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-03-22T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lakelovers.cottage-search.com\/blog\/windermere-keswick-named-top-uk-destinations-heres-can-see\/"},"modified":"2026-04-29T08:27:27","modified_gmt":"2026-04-29T07:27:27","slug":"windermere-keswick-named-top-uk-destinations-heres-can-see","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lakelovers.co.uk\/blog\/windermere-keswick-named-top-uk-destinations-heres-can-see\/","title":{"rendered":"Windermere and Keswick named Top UK Destinations \u2013 Here\u2019s why!"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>So, Windermere has been named the fourth top rated destination in the UK.<\/h2>\n<p>It scooped the accolade in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.co.uk\/TravelersChoice-Destinations-cTop-g186216\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Travellers\u2019 Choice Awards<\/a> this week, based on millions of reviews and ratings \u2013 with Keswick coming in at 6<sup>th<\/sup> in the list.<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019re not at all surprised. After all, the Lake District is teeming with stunning scenery and beautiful wildlife \u2013 not to mention all that Lakeland food and life you can enjoy.<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-1229346 alignright b-lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lakelovers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2020\/10\/CRAGETC-400x240.jpg\" alt=\"self-catering holiday cottages Windermere\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.lakelovers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2020\/10\/CRAGETC-400x240.jpg\" \/><\/p>\n<p>And, Princess Anne seemed to enjoy her visit this week too!<\/p>\n<p>But have you ever experienced it?<\/p>\n<p>\u2018Staycations\u2019 are on the rise in the UK for good reason.<\/p>\n<p>And, with Windermere and Keswick taking the top spots in the awards by tourists\u2019 opinions, there\u2019s even more reason for you to take a holiday in Windermere or Keswick.<\/p>\n<p>And, from our offices ( which just happen to be based in the beautiful towns of Windermere and Keswick), we let more than 450 beautiful Lake District holiday cottages, with close to 200 perfect for the dog too.<\/p>\n<p>Plus, we\u2019ve just added many more holiday cottages in the Lake District \u2013 many in and around these beautiful locations \u2013 to our brimming portfolio \u00a0in the past few months.<\/p>\n<h3>Windermere:<\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_1229349\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\" style=\"width: 410px;\">\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1229349 size-medium b-lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lakelovers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2020\/10\/low-graithwaite-hall-hawkshead-external-400x240.jpg\" alt=\"Holiday cottages in Windermere\" width=\"400\" height=\"240\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1229349\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.lakelovers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2020\/10\/low-graithwaite-hall-hawkshead-external-400x240.jpg\" \/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-1229349\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Low Graythwaite Hall<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>Nestled between mountains and forests, you\u2019ll find <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lakelovers.co.uk\/cottage\/Lake-District-Cumbria-The-Lake-District-Graythwaite-Old-Hall\/Low-Graythwaite-Hall-1087232.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Low Graythwaite Hall<\/a>, Hawkshead \u2013 close to the shores of Windermere lake.<\/p>\n<p>Your own private space? Sure, you will get the escape you want right here in this 17<sup>th<\/sup> Century luxury private estate.<\/p>\n<p>And, just outside of Windermere in the Lyth Valley (named in the top 20 most beautiful destinations in the world by Lonley Planet guide) and among the rolling hills is the beautiful The Bobbin Loft.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_1229350\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\" style=\"width: 310px;\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1229350 size-medium b-lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lakelovers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2020\/10\/the-bobbin-loft-400x240.jpg\" alt=\"self-catering cottages in Windermere\" width=\"300\" height=\"180\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1229350\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.lakelovers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2020\/10\/the-bobbin-loft-400x240.jpg\" \/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-1229350\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Bobbin Loft<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>The former bobbin mill, which was a hive of activity in the industrial 1800s Lake District, is now a perfect place from which to explore the Lake District \u2013 close to Windermere.<\/p>\n<p>Four of you can stay here alongside the Gilpin River and tranquil woodland \u2013 which is a haven for wildlife.<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"stickyMenuWrapper\">\n<div class=\"wrapWidth clearfix\">\n<div class=\"propertyDetails\">\n<div class=\"table-container\">\n<div><\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-1229348 b-lazy alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lakelovers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2020\/10\/cragholme1-400x240.jpg\" alt=\"Windermere self-catering cottages\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.lakelovers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2020\/10\/cragholme1-400x240.jpg\" \/>And, in old Lakeside stone mill, you\u2019ll find 4 holiday homes to choose from, with just the most awesome views of lake Windermere.<\/p>\n<p>Here is charming and stylish coupled with cosy and romantic \u2013 what could be more enticing?<\/p>\n<p>Set in an antique woodland and with panoramic views across Windermere, there\u2019s even a shop, boating facilities and fishing.<\/p>\n<p>Special occasions, honeymoons, family holidays, couples retreats \u2013 it is all here in the most amazing location.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Visit our Windermere page to find an even bigger range of beautiful <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lakelovers.co.uk\/windermere-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">holiday cottages in Windermere.<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>\u00a0Keswick<\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_1231959\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\" style=\"width: 410px;\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1231959 size-medium b-lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lakelovers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2020\/10\/heathfield-400x240.jpg\" alt=\"photo of heathfield\" width=\"400\" height=\"240\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1231959\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.lakelovers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2020\/10\/heathfield-400x240.jpg\" \/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-1231959\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Heathfield<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>For those walking-lovers among you, there is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lakelovers.co.uk\/cottage\/Lake-District-Ayrshire-and-Dumfries-Galloway-Keswick\/Heathfield-1041087.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Heathfield<\/a> . You\u2019re right on the doorstep of so many popular walks, taking in Derwent Water and Bassenthwaite and even up to Skiddaw \u2013 the Lake District\u2019s 4<sup>th<\/sup> highest mountain.<\/p>\n<p>And, for those looking for a luxurious apartment in Keswick, how about Chaucer View .<\/p>\n<p>You will love the views of Latrigg and Skiddaw thanks to its lofty position on the second floor.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_1229354\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\" style=\"width: 410px;\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1229354 size-medium b-lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lakelovers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2020\/10\/chaucer-view-keswick-5-400x240.jpg\" alt=\"self-catering holiday cottages in Keswick\" width=\"400\" height=\"240\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1229354\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.lakelovers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2020\/10\/chaucer-view-keswick-5-400x240.jpg\" \/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-1229354\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Chaucer View<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>And, it\u2019s just a few minute\u2019s walk to the historic market town centre of Keswick, where you will get plenty of opportunities to shop, eat and relax.<\/p>\n<h2>To book one of our VisitEngland 3-5 star holiday cottages, click on the links or call us on 015394-88855.<\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Windermere has been named the fourth top rated destination in the UK. 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