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Short Breaks in Windermere

314 properties found

An outdoor view of a stone house with a patio and garden at The Gallery in Windermere
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The Gallery

Ambleside, Cumbria & The Lake District

2 Guests
1 Beds
No pets
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£440

An outdoor patio area with a metal table and four chairs surrounded by bushes and plants at Rustic Cottage in Bowness-On-Windermere

Rustic Cottage

Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District

3 Guests
2 Beds
Pet Friendly
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£391

An outdoor area with stairs and plants at Hidden Gem

Hidden Gem

Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District

2 Guests
1 Beds
No pets
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£372

A vacation lodge with a wooden fence at Bella's Retreat in 19 Pony Meadow, White Cross Bay near Windermere
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Bella's Retreat

19 Pony Meadow, White Cross Bay near Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District

4 Guests
2 Beds
Pet Friendly
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£569

A stone house with a patio area containing a table and chairs and potted plants at Wheatlands Cottage in Windermere

Wheatlands Cottage

Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District

2 Guests
1 Beds
No pets
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£817

An outdoor area with a stone wall and pathway at Jessicas Cottage in Windermere
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Jessicas Cottage

Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District

3 Guests
2 Beds
Pet Friendly
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£518

A driveway with a gray car and white house surrounded by bushes and trees at Mosslea in Bowness

Mosslea

Bowness, Cumbria & The Lake District

2 Guests
1 Beds
No pets
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£399

A living room with a gray sofa and armchair a coffee table on a rug and a kitchen with a breakfast bar and stools at Hygge at No8 in Windermere

Hygge at No.8

Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District

2 Guests
1 Beds
No pets
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£453

An outdoor area with a stone wall and patio at Acorn in Bowness-on-Windermere

Acorn

Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District

2 Guests
1 Beds
No pets
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£581

A stone cottage with a gravel pathway and flowers at Fellside Cottage in Bowness-On-Windermere

Fellside Cottage

Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District

2 Guests
1 Beds
No pets
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£594

An exterior view of a stone and white plaster house with multiple windows surrounded by plants at High Fold in Troutbeck

High Fold

Troutbeck, Cumbria & The Lake District

2 Guests
1 Beds
No pets
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£406

A stone cottage with potted plants outside and a gravel driveway at Topiary Cottage in Ings near Windermere

Topiary Cottage

Ings near Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District

2 Guests
1 Beds
No pets
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£323

A stone house with a wooden balcony overlooking a lake at Lowe-McConnell in Far Sawrey

Lowe-McConnell

Far Sawrey, Cumbria & The Lake District

2 Guests
1 Beds
No pets
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£455

A wooden cabin with a fenced deck and umbrella surrounded by trees and other cabins at Daffodils Lodge Oakside 7 Fallbarrow Park in Bowness on Windermere

Daffodils Lodge

Oakside 7, Fallbarrow Park in Bowness on Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District

4 Guests
2 Beds
No pets
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£579

A house with outdoor seating and a table in a garden at Waterhead Cottage in Ecclerigg, near Troutbeck Bridge

Waterhead Cottage

Ecclerigg, near Troutbeck Bridge, Cumbria & The Lake District

2 Guests
1 Beds
No pets
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£534

Front view of a stone cottage with three windows and a glass door surrounded by bushes and trees at Apple Tree Cottage in Troutbeck Bridge near Windermere

Apple Tree Cottage

Troutbeck Bridge near Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District

2 Guests
1 Beds
No pets
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£414

A residential building with multiple windows and greenery in front at Bowness Hideaway in Bowness-On-Windermere

Bowness Hideaway

Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District

2 Guests
1 Beds
No pets
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£323

A view of rooftops and hills at Luxury 2 Bed Room Lake View Apt Bowness Parking Bowness-On-Windermere

Luxury 2 Bed Room Lake View Apt Bowness Parking

Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District

4 Guests
2 Beds
No pets
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£415

A living area with a sofa near a textured wall three hanging lights above a wooden counter two chairs at a small table under windows and a blue pendant light at Fenty's in Bowness-On-Windermere

Fenty's

Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District

2 Guests
1 Beds
No pets
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£383

A balcony with a small table and two chairs overlooking a lake with boats at Pennington in Far Sawrey

Pennington

Far Sawrey, Cumbria & The Lake District

2 Guests
1 Beds
No pets
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£417

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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