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Our Lake District Cottage Locations

Thanks to our unique location there is so much to see and do when you're staying in one of our Windermere or Ullswater Cottages.

Windermere and Bowness are within walking distance of all our Windermere Cottages and offer a wonderful range of cafés, bars, restaurants, boutique shops, supermarkets and popular local attractions.

England’s largest lake, Lake Windermere, is within easy reach of our Matson Ground Windermere Cottages and offers a variety of activities such as steamer trips, boat hire, paddle boarding and sailing. Alternatively, you can enjoy the shoreline with pretty walks such as Cockshott Point, Miller Ground or Brockhole.

Our Windermere Cottages have numerous public paths which weave their way around or through the Estate, including the Dales Way which runs all the way to Ilkley in West Yorkshire. Take a short diversion from the Dales Way to the summit of Brant Fell and enjoy the stunning views of Lake Windermere and the Lake District fells beyond.

If you’re a keen walker, our Ullswater Cottages are perfect. Situated on the Coast to Coast path, there are some simply stunning routes in and around the Grisedale valley for all walking abilities. What’s more, Helvellyn, St Sunday Crag and Grisedale Tarn are all within easy reach of Elm How and Cruck Barn.

Eagle Cottage is situated in the pretty village of Glenridding. Meaning ‘glen overgrown with bracken’, Glenridding is on the southern tip of Ullswater and boasts a number of nearby attractions, including Aira Force, Glencoyne Bay and steamer trips on Ullswater. Once the centre of a lead mining industry, Glenridding is a popular destination for walkers and tourists.

  • <p>If you're planning a stay in one of our Ullswater cottages this summer, we're excited to share a wonderful local initiative that's helping visitors and residents get around in a greener, more convenient way - the Ullswater Hopper Bus (UB1 service).
    The Ullswater Hopper Bus

    If you're planning a stay in one of our Ullswater cottages this summer, we're excited to share a wonderful local initiative that's helping visitors and residents get around in a greener, more convenient way - the Ullswater Hopper Bus (UB1 service).

    13 July 2025
  • <p>July is National Picnic Month, the perfect time to pack up some delicious local treats and head out for an alfresco feast in the stunning Lake District countryside.
    Lake District Picnic Spots

    July is National Picnic Month, the perfect time to pack up some delicious local treats and head out for an alfresco feast in the stunning Lake District countryside.

    11 July 2025
  • <p>As the waves settle after another exhilarating Great North Swim, you may feel inspired to discover the magic of wild swimming in the Lake District.
    The Best Wild Swimming Spots in the Lake District

    As the waves settle after another exhilarating Great North Swim, you may feel inspired to discover the magic of wild swimming in the Lake District.

    18 June 2025
  • <p>Lake District summer shows and fairs have been a familiar fixture on the calendar for as long as we can remember.
    Lake District Summer Shows and Fairs

    Lake District summer shows and fairs have been a familiar fixture on the calendar for as long as we can remember.

    17 June 2025
  • <p>We are thrilled to announce that guests will now find Pure Lakes Sweet Basil and Orange handwash in the bathrooms of most of our holiday cottages.
    Pure Lakes Skincare Products

    We are thrilled to announce that guests will now find Pure Lakes Sweet Basil and Orange handwash in the bathrooms of most of our holiday cottages.

    19 May 2025
  • <p>With the school holidays fast approaching, planning a family getaway can feel like an expensive task.
    Budget-friendly Lake District Adventures

    With the school holidays fast approaching, planning a family getaway can feel like an expensive task.

    18 March 2025
  • <p>Looking for a wonderful way to explore the Lake District's fascinating history and culture? The region's excellent museums offer the perfect opportunity to step back in time and delve into the Lake District's rich heritage.
    Our Favourite Lake District Museums

    Looking for a wonderful way to explore the Lake District's fascinating history and culture? The region's excellent museums offer the perfect opportunity to step back in time and delve into the Lake District's rich heritage.

    17 March 2025
  • <p>As the days grow longer, the Lake District landscape undergoes a stunning transformation.
    Spring in the Lake District

    As the days grow longer, the Lake District landscape undergoes a stunning transformation.

    26 February 2025
  • <p><strong>Our Favourite Lake District Restaurants</strong></p><p>The Lake District is rapidly gaining recognition as a haven for food enthusiasts, and it's not solely due to its acclaimed Michelin-starred establishments.
    Our Favourite Lake District Restaurants

    Our Favourite Lake District Restaurants

    The Lake District is rapidly gaining recognition as a haven for food enthusiasts, and it's not solely due to its acclaimed Michelin-starred establishments.

    25 February 2025