Short Breaks in Windermere

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  • A wooden deck with metal chairs and a table outside a cabin at 10 Thirlmere White Cross Bay near Troutbeck Bridge
    32
    White Cross Bay near Troutbeck Bridge, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
    • Pet FriendlyYes

      4.6★

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    This wonderful lodge is located on White Cross Bay Holiday Park in the village of Troutbeck Bridge, in the Lake District. (Ref. 973984)

    • Pets go free
    • Wi-fi
    • Off-road parking
    • Ground floor bedroom
    • Washing machine
    • Games room

    3 nights from From £495

    Last booked yesterday
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  • An exterior view of a stone building with windows and bushes at 1 Park Road Windermere
    80
    Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps12
    • Bedrooms6
    • Pet FriendlyNo

      5.0★

      Perfect

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    1 Park Road is a substantial Victorian guest house resting in Windermere, Cumbria, boasting six en-suite bedrooms and is close to a plethora of amenities. (Ref. 1181856)

    • Wi-fi
    • Dishwasher
    • Washing machine
    • Baby-friendly
    • Games room

    3 nights from From £1440

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  • An outdoor area with a hot tub and seating at Bounty Boutique on the Lakes, Bowness-On-Windermere
    51
    Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
    • Pet FriendlyNo

      5.0★

      Perfect

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    Bounty Boutique on the Lakes is a quirky home in Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria, with a hot tub, games room, and nearby lake. (Ref. 1200716)

    • Wi-fi
    • Hot Tub
    • Washing machine
    • Games room

    3 nights from From £641

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  • An outdoor space with a table and chairs at Waters Edge Lodge Windermere
    51
    Lakeview 8, White Cross Bay near Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
    • Pet FriendlyNo

      4.8★

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    Waters Edge Lodge is an inviting single-storey lodge on Whitecross Bay, Windermere, Cumbria, with amazing lake views and an electric fire. (Ref. 1196119)

    • Wi-fi
    • Off-road parking
    • Ground floor bedroom
    • Dishwasher
    • Washing machine
    • Baby-friendly

    3 nights from From £628

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  • A wooden lodge with a deck and seating in Bowness-On-Windermere
    New property
    40
    Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
    • Pet FriendlyYes

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    Jodene Lodge, Redwood 2 is a charming, pet-friendly lodge in Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, boasting lake views, an electric fire, and off-road parking. (Ref. 1200323)

    • Pet friendly (extra charges may apply)
    • Wi-fi
    • Off-road parking
    • Ground floor bedroom
    • Dishwasher

    3 nights from From £692

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  • A house in the background with a grassy lawn and pink flowering bushes in the foreground at The Grange Lodge in Windermere
    22
    Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps6
    • Bedrooms3
    • Pet FriendlyNo

      4.9★

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    Luxury Lakeland lodge in Windermere. (Ref. 1041919)

    • Wi-fi
    • Dishwasher
    • Washing machine
    • Baby-friendly

    3 nights from From £623

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  • Stone terraced houses with white doors and red tree in front at Hannah's Cottage in Bowness-On-Windermere
    35
    Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps6
    • Bedrooms3
    • Pet FriendlyNo

      5.0★

      Perfect

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    Hannah's Cottage is a delightful terraced house resting in the town of Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria. (Ref. 1126710)

    • Wi-fi
    • Ground floor bedroom
    • Dishwasher
    • Washing machine

    3 nights from From £582

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  • A green lawn with a row of white cottages and a stone building surrounded by trees at Ginger & Pickles in Windermere
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    26
    Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps2
    • Bedrooms1
    • Pet FriendlyNo

      5.0★

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    This fabulous, single-storey, terraced cottage sits in an elevated position with a lake view, private parking and lake access. (Ref. 1110113)

    • Wi-fi
    • Off-road parking
    • Ground floor bedroom
    • Dishwasher

    • £367 off - Wed 29th Jul to 1st Aug 2026

    • 10% off - Sat 1st Aug to 8th Aug 2026

    • £100 off - Sat 8th Aug to 15th Aug 2026

    3 nights from From £442

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  • A lakeside deck with wicker chairs and a glass railing at Loubi's Lakeside Lodge M1 Fallbarrow Park near Bowness-On-Windermere
    40
    M1, Fallbarrow Park near Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
    • Pet FriendlyNo

      4.7★

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    This delightful single-storey lodge rests in Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria. (Ref. 1112900)

    • Wi-fi
    • Off-road parking
    • Ground floor bedroom
    • Dishwasher
    • Washing machine
    • Baby-friendly

    3 nights from From £564

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  • A balcony with a metal table and four chairs overlooking a green field and distant hills at Harrison Stickle in Bowness-On-Windermere
    26
    Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
    • Pet FriendlyNo

      4.7★

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    Harrison Stickle is a wonderful former coach house just a minutes' walk from Bowness. (Ref. 1042045)

    • Wi-fi
    • Dishwasher

    3 nights from From £552

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We have Windermere short breaks that are perfect for that much-needed mid-week getaway or long weekend escape. Windermere, in the South Lakes, is less than 30 minutes from the M6 and has everything you could need from a short break. Most importantly, eating and drinking is easy breezy in the bustling Lake District town of Windermere. From an upmarket fish restaurant, Hooked, to Mediterranean, Chinese and Indian cuisine, try something different for each night of your mini-break. Windermere has the quality supermarket Booths right in the centre and is ideal for self-catering holidaymakers. Why not pick up a bottle of wine and some delicious Cumbrian produce and head to your luxury Lakelovers retreat. For more retail therapy, don’t miss a visit to premium kitchenware shop, Lakeland, where you’ll also find a superb café.

Don’t compromise your special time away. Choose from our quality self-catering cottages, that are all VisitEngland 3-5 star rated. Get in touch with us on 015394 88855 to talk more about our short break holidays in the Lake District.

Start your Windermere short break with a climb up Orrest Head, from the centre of Windermere and suitable for all abilities. With stunning views down over Lake Windermere, you’ll see why this small fell inspired famous Lake District writer Alfred Wainwright to go on to write his popular Pictorial Guides of the Lake Distinct.

Millerground, off Rayrigg Road, is Windermere’s top picnic spot. If you want to head onto the lake itself, Windermere Lake Cruises are only a short mile away in Bowness. From there you can enjoy a steam cruise to Ambleside and Lakeside. There are lots of restaurants, bars, a theatre and cinema and of course the world-famous World of Beatrix Potter in the nearby town of Bowness too.

As well as an all-year round events calendar, including art festivals and sporting events, there are also lots of outdoor adventure companies offering lots of exciting activities during your short break in Windermere. Have a look at our Lakelovers Recommends page to make sure you are getting the best deals and discounts during your flying visit.

Why not get the most out of your short break and start your holiday early by leaving the car behind and travel to Windermere on train. You can leave London on Friday breakfast and be enjoying your private Windermere retreat by lunchtime.

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