Beautifully situated on the shores of Lake Windermere with splendid views across the Lake. The hotel is ideally situated to explore the surrounding area. Low Wood offers a dining experience, either from the traditional English cuisine of the Windermere Restaurant or our "Organic" Cafe Bar, serving a range of light snacks throughout the day. An extensive Leisure Club, Beauty Salon and Water Sports Centre together with a superb lawned shoreline and one of the finest views across Lake Windermere. At Low Wood, we offer the ideal holiday venue if you want everything close by. Low Wood's 4-star rating assures you that each of our hotels 111 rooms offers all the comfort and luxury for a memorable stay. As Low Wood is in the heart of the lake district, you're also in the ideal place to discover the whole of this timeless lakeland landscape. Low Wood is an excellent choice for a short break, special occasion or family holiday, particularly if you want to make the most of our extensive indoor and outdoor leisure facilities.

For six months from November 2003, the Waterhead Hotel underwent a £2.7 million refurbishment and extension to become the Lake District's first four star Townhouse Hotel. You are now invited to experience the most contemporary and luxurious surroundings, staying in bedrooms with the most modern, yet user friendly, equipment, including CD/DVD players and flat screen TVs. Whilst the Waterhead's facilities have been transformed, what has remained is the relaxing Lakeside setting and superlative views over Waterhead Bay with its backdrop of Wetherlam Fell and Coniston Old Man. Probably the most spectacular time to appreciate the view is as the sun sets behind the fells, the sky turns crimson and the lake reflects this beauty. Now picture yourself admiring this majestic natural spectacle from the comfortable surroundings of the Bay Bar and Lounge whilst being presented with a glass of your favourite tipple. Or allow yourself to be pampered with our courteous, friendly, anticipatory and professional service in the Bay Restaurant. The menu features local produce imaginatively prepared and presented. Lessening the number of 'food miles' (distance from producer to plate) is an important consideration for Chef Michael Weston-Cole. Should you fancy something more energetic, then the fells beckon from our doorstep, or you can utilise the complimentary membership of the Low Wood Leisure Club, which is located less than a mile from the Waterhead. Facilities include an indoor pool, sauna, solarium, gym and beauty treatments.

Lingwood Lodge is a family run Guest House standing in its own grounds in a peaceful location yet within a pleasant 400 yard walk to lake Windermere, the steamer piers, shops, restaurants and attractions of the village of Bowness. Completely refurbished to modern hotel standards in a contemporary style - non smoking accommodation with en suite shower & toilet, king sized beds, flat screen remote controlled TV/DVD/CD player, wireless internet access, clock radio alarm, hairdryer and well stocked hospitality trays. Private parking. Tariff inclusive of full English breakfast. Recently awarded Visit Britain 4* Silver classification.

LICKBARROW LODGE is an Arts and Crafts country house on the edge of our own 5-acre woodland, on a quiet country road just outside the C19th village of Windermere, where most local facilities can be found, and the picturesque lakeside village of Bowness-on-Windermere, each just a pleasant stroll away. We are not an hotel, nor a guest-house - Lickbarrow Lodge is our own home in which we offer the choice of Bed & Breakfast accommodation in the charming guest-room - with oak floors and sheepskin rugs, or Self-Catering accommodation in the unique self-contained studio apartment , each room in keeping with the Arts and Crafts ethos. Both rooms have standard-size double bed with electric underblanket, TV, DVD, radio, tea/coffee-making facilities, small fridge and modern en-suite shower-rooms with invigorating multi-jet showers. See the Langdale Pikes from our garden, wander through secluded glades and hidden pathways in our private woodland or follow one of our self-guided walks to local viewpoints for fabulous panoramas and stunning mountain sunsets. We can provide itineraries for Lakeland tours, guidance on high and low level walks and even guide you on demanding summit walks. Weather touring, walking or just relaxing, Lickbarrow Lodge is the perfect venue for your Lake District break. Guests are very welcome to arrive any time after 1600. Please note that we are a non-smoking household. For more details about Lickbarrow Lodge, please search for our website. DOGS - We regret that the Guest Room (B & B) is not suitable for a dog. However, if agreed when booking, a dog may be accommodated in The Studio (normally self-catering) at an additional charge of £5 per day (max £20). We look forward to your stay with us.

Within easy walking distance of the villages of Windermere and Bowness, Ravenscroft offers a warm, friendly atmosphere coupled with beautifully appointed rooms.In the winter the log fire roars up the chimney in the delightful guest lounge and in the summer the garden is lovely to sit and relax in.Breakfast is served using fresh and local ingredients andspecial diets are happly catered for. A pleasant and relaxing place in which to spend your time in the Lake District.

Located in the charming unspoilt village of Hawkshead, this delightful 17th Century Inn has everything to offer those looking for an ideal break or holiday away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life Ideally situated in the centre of the village, the Sun Inn has oak beams and an open fire. We are ETB commended (4 diamonds) and AA recommended (4 diamonds). In March 2008 we completed a full refurbishment of all our bedrooms and we are very proud of the result; sparkling new en-suites combined with luxurious fabrics and locally handmade furniture in every room. Our new menu features locally reared lamb and beef from the green lakeland fells, as well as trout caught in Esthwaite, only 5 minutes walk away. Hawkshead village, centred around a beautiful church and grounds has magnificent views of Esthwaite Water, Claife Heights and the surrounding fells. The village is rich in history including the Grammar School attended by William Wordsworth, Anne Tyson's 17th Century Cottage and the ever popular Beatrix Potter museum. The central square boasts an array of quaint coffee houses, tasteful gift shops and small boutiques. There is also an excellent selection of sports and leisure wear from the main Hawkshead shop ideally situated just opposite the Sun Inn.

This charming coaching inn dates right back to 1624 and is a favourite with holiday-makers and walkers alike as it is so close to many well-known walks for all ages and abilities. The hotel has eight large, en suite bedrooms, some with four-poster beds. The friendly Badger Bar serves a mouth-watering menu of home-made food as well as a fine selection of real ales from local Cumbrian breweries, and depending on the season you can enjoy your sustenance in front of blazing log fires or outside in the attractive beer garden. Nearby walks include the Coffin Route (part of an attractive circular walk talking in the shores of Rydal Water and Grasmere), Loughrigg, the Fairfield Horseshoe and many other walks of varying levels and lengths. The Glen Rothay Hotel takes its environmental responsibilities very seriously - we now recycle over 95% or our waste. Even the scraps of cooked food are not thrown away; we feed the local badger population every night which is a popular spectacle for visitors, residents, locals and many a passing naturalist photographer.

With a magnificent view of Lake Windermere and the Langdale Fells, Holbeck Ghyll is idyllic in any season, surrounded by the extensive woodlands and natural beauty of Cumbria. Its Michelin-starred restaurant overlooks lake and mountains, and bedrooms in the main house and the nearby lodge share the same glorious views. Holbeck Ghyll is ideally situated for exploring the attractions of the breathtaking Lake District. Built in the 19th century, the house was bought as a hunting lodge in 1888 by Lord Lonsdale, then one of the richest men in the country. Known as the 'Yellow Earl', he ensured that his name went down in history by bequeathing the famous Lonsdale Belt to boxing. His lodge was set in the incomparable landscape of the Lake District, overlooking one of England's loveliest stretches of water - Windermere. Relaxation at Holbeck Ghyll can take the form of walking or boating, golf or bird watching, or indulging in a range of facilities and treatments available at the hotel's own health spa. Holbeck GhyllÂ’s restaurant has held a Michelin Star for 10 consecutive years, it is ranked 23rd in the 2010 Good Food Guide and held the Good Food Guide Wine List of the year title in 2009.

Applegarth Villa is a magnificent Arts & Crafts period property set in a quiet area of Windermere Village within walking distance of the train station and shops with the unique benefit of free onsite parking. Elegantly appointed, Applegarth offers accommodation from classic double rooms to luxury four posters with views over the Lakeland Fells. To compliment this magnificent building, all our rooms are fully co-ordinated with fabrics and soft furnishings carefully chosen by our Interior Designer. Wallmounted flat screen tv's, digital radio with i-pod docking, refreshment tray, bottled Lakeland water, bathrobes and power showers all come as standard. Our oak panelled bar with roaring fire gives you the opportunity to relax and unwind whilst choosing dinner from our extensive a la carte menu all freshly prepared by our award winning chef. During the summer months the hotel terrace is the perfect place to enjoy a quiet drink whilst watching the sun set over the Lakeland Fells before dining in our conservatory restaurant. All guests have complimentary membership to the Parklands Country Club nearby. Cruise on the hotels privately owned luxury motor yacht exclusive to hotel guests.

Recently awarded Quality in Tourism 4 Stars, Thornbank House is a small friendly guest house situated within walking distance to both Bowness-on-Windermere,Windermere Village and the railway and bus station.We have private parking. Our breakfast menu is wide,varied and highly acclaimed.All our rooms are ensuite -hospitality,cleanliness and comfort are our watchwords. We are happy to offer you advice on all aspects of your holiday,including walking and touring this beautiful area. Packed lunches are available on request. Notice may be required.We have secure storage for push bikes. Horse riding,fishing,cycle hire and swimming both nearby, as is the challenging Windermere Golf Course.Check-in from Noon to 9pm. Please telephone reception to arrange later check-in. Check-out before 10.45am. Non smoking.Card details are taken to secure booking. We do not accept American Express. Standard bank handling charge will be added to any card transactions.