Short Breaks in Windermere

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  • A wooden cabin with a deck and railing surrounded by plants at Hill Top Lodge in Bowness 65 White Cross Bay
    35
    Bowness 65, White Cross Bay, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
    • PetsNo

      4.7★

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    A fabulous, single-storey lodge resting upon White Cross Bay Caravan Park, in Troutbeck Bridge, Cumbria. (Ref. 1127727)

    • Wi-fi
    • Off-road parking
    • Swimming pool
    • Ground floor bedroom
    • Hot Tub
    • Dishwasher
    • Baby-friendly

    3 nights from £715

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

      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 £641

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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
    • PetsNo

      5.0★

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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 £1240

    Last booked 2 days ago
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  • Easedale Lodge - 1182652 - photo 1
    40
    Waterside Wood 2, White Cross Bay near Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps7
    • Bedrooms3
    • PetsYes

      4.8★

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    Easedale Lodge is a wonderful, pet-friendly lodge resting on White Cross Bay in Windermere, Cumbria and has stunning lake views and on-site facilities. (Ref. 1182652)

    • Wi-fi
    • Off-road parking
    • Ground floor bedroom
    • Hot Tub
    • Dishwasher
    • Baby-friendly

    3 nights from £590

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  • A living room with a fireplace and sofa at Aspen Boutique
    46
    Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps9
    • Bedrooms5
    • PetsYes

      5.0★

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    Aspen Boutique, a charming three-storey cottage in Windermere, in the Lake District National Park, boasts a PlayStation, woodburning stove and EV charging. (Ref. 1179595)

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

    3 nights from £1187

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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
    • PetsNo

      4.9★

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    Luxury Lakeland lodge in Windermere. (Ref. 1041919)

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

    3 nights from £623

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  • Exterior view of a stone house with blue bay windows black door and metal railing at The Willows in Windermere
    60
    Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps10
    • Bedrooms5
    • PetsNo

      4.6★

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    This fabulous, four-storey holiday home rests in Windermere, Cumbria. (Ref. 1069445)

    • Wi-fi
    • Hot Tub
    • Dishwasher
    • Baby-friendly
    • Games room

    3 nights from £1542

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  • A house with a deck and stairs at 7 Lake View, Lake View 7, White Cross Bay near Windermere
    53
    Lake View 7, White Cross Bay near Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps6
    • Bedrooms3
    • PetsNo

      4.8★

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    7 Lake View is a stylish lodge in Windermere, Cumbria, boasting proximity to a lake with partial views, open-plan living, Smart TV, and underfloor heating. (Ref. 1189982)

    • Wi-fi
    • Ground floor bedroom
    • Dishwasher

    3 nights from £626

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  • An outdoor patio with a round table and four wicker chairs with drinks and a flower pot on the table at Woodside West in Bowness
    14
    Bowness, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
    • PetsNo

      4.8★

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    Woodside West is a pleasant three-storey cottage set within the Lake District National Park in Bowness, Cumbria, boasting views of Lake Windermere. (Ref. 1041321)

    • Wi-fi
    • Off-road parking
    • Dishwasher
    • Washing machine

    3 nights from £488

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  • The exterior of a white house with wooden doors and windows with a gravel driveway and a glass conservatory at Silver Howe in Bowness
    25
    Bowness, Cumbria & The Lake District
    • Sleeps6
    • Bedrooms3
    • PetsNo

      4.7★

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    Silver Howe is a pleasing house nestled within the Lake District National Park, in Bowness, Cumbria, boasting an open fire and freestanding bath. (Ref. 1041578)

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

    3 nights from £643

    Last booked 8 hours ago
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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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