Laurel Cottage - Peacefully situated in Windermere, overlooking Queens Park, this guest house is a short stroll from the amenities in the village and about 20 minutes' walk from the Lake and Bowness. Laurel Cottage is convenient for Windermere rail and bus station and is an ideal base from which to explore the Lake District. The guest house is set within a small Victorian house built of local stone in the 1890s. It has been modernised to offer up-to-date comforts, but has retained its original character. Laurel Cottage is run by the owners Alison and Wayne, who offer a warm and friendly welcome.

Victoria Inn - The Victoria Inn is a traditional town centre hostelry. Comprising of 8 rooms, offering a range of clean, comfortable, affordable bed and breakfast accommodation, from single to family rooms. Situated in an area of outstanding natural beauty, directly on the Pennine Way walk, close to 'C2C' cycle route, the inn includes a bar and games area. There is also a restaurant offering a range of home cooked meals on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Both a full English or continental breakfast are offered each morning. Special dietary needs are catered for upon request. For those wishing to leave early a packed meal is available at no extra cost. With laundry facilities and a secure bicycle lock-up, the Victoria Inn is an ideal base for both walkers and cyclists, as well as bikers, tourists, contractors.

Westbury House - This 3-star rated, Lakeland-stone, Victorian house is set in a quiet side street, approximately 5 minutes' walk from the train/bus station. Jo and Alan offer quality accommodation and excellent value for money. They are very happy to advise you on any walks and have maps to assist you. They can also book you on to tours and make dinner reservations for you at one of the many excellent restaurants in the surrounding area, or beyond. The house is situated opposite Ellerthwaite Park and is a gentle 20-minute walk from Lake Windermere itself.

Knoll Country House - This beautiful late Victorian country house is set in its own grounds amidst beautiful wooded countryside, in the picturesque location of Newby Bridge, on the shore of Lake Windermere. Knoll Country House has many original period features including an ornate staircase, stained glass windows, fireplaces, cornices and picture rails. It has been sympathetically decorated and refurbished to enhance these beautiful characteristics. The hotel features in the Which? Guide to Good B&Bs and was chosen for the Editors Top 20 list in the 2004 guide. It has also been included in the Michelin Guide for 2007. This means that you can be assured of an excellent stay with superb food in comfortable and welcoming surroundings. You can also enjoy free use of the facilities at Cascades, the White Water Hotel's leisure club, featuring gym, swimming pool, steam room, sauna and jacuzzi. Cascades also offer a variety of beauty treatments.

Nent Hall Country House Hotel - Nent Hall offers a charming destination to enjoy a relaxing break. Set in peaceful gardens, we are only a short drive from the Lake District, Hadrian's Wall and much more. Nent Hall Coutry House Hotel is a haven of tranquillity; perfect for those who want to get away from it all. The hotel has recently undergone major refurbishment and all rooms offer comfort in a stylish country house setting. During your stay you can enjoy strolls along the banks of the River Nent, wander round the cobbled lanes of nearby Alston or walk up to several vantage points, where the whole valley is spread out below you.

Keswick Lodge - In the heart of the Lake District, surrounded by the region's breathtaking scenery, this welcoming traditional pub offers tasty, home-cooked seasonal food, cask ales and cosy en suite accommodation. With stunning views of the surrounding hills, and numerous shops and inns on the doorstep, Keswick Lodge is located in the heart of the vibrant market town of Keswick, which is on the north lakeside of Derwentwater. This 18th-century former coaching inn has been refurbished in a modern style, but with the traditional original character carefully preserved. The lodge offers comfortable en suite accommodation and each room has an LCD flat-screen TV and tea/coffee making facilities. The well-stocked bar offers a selection of wines, spirits, lagers and real ales from Thwaites Brewery. The menu features freshly prepared dishes, made with local produce and seasonal ingredients from Cumbria and the surrounding region. The wholesome, fresh breakfasts gained a Highly Commended accolade in Britain's Best Pub Cooked Breakfast 2009.

The Bay House Lake View Guest House - With stunning views of Lake Windermere, this traditional stone-built Lakeland cottage has been recently refurbished, combining beautiful original features with modern comforts. Originally built in around 1860, the Bay House Lake View Guest House has a fabulous lakeside location in the charming old town of Bowness-on-Windermere. The town's shops, pubs and restaurants are only a few minutes' walk away, as is the Bowness Pier, from where you can enjoy a leisurely cruise on the lake. In the heart of the English Lake District, surrounded by breathtaking scenery, the guest house has spectacular views over the lake from 4 of its 6 en suite rooms. Newly refurbished and tastefully decorated in keeping with the age and character of the property, all of the rooms have TVs, tea/coffee making facilities and hairdryers. The guest house is family-run and your hosts, Sandra & Colin, have spent great care on sensitively upgrading the house.

Strands Hotel - Strands Hotel/Inn was built in the eighteen hundreds. The building is nestling in the heart of Wasdale Valley, which has beautiful views of the surrounding fells. It is situated only a short walk from the Deepest Lake (Wastwater) in England, also the Highest Mountain (Scawfell) and the Smallest Church which is at Wasdale Head. Mark, Lesley and family have run this typical Lakeland Hotel since June 2006. Mark brews his own ales, our home cooked traditional food is very popular with visitors and locals.

Mariner's Inn - Situated in the heart of Bowness, this cosy and traditional Lakeland inn is just 200 yards from Lake Windermere, England's largest lake. All rooms are en-suite with flat-screen TVs and DVD players. There is also an extensive DVD library for guests to use. All rooms have hairdryers and alarm clock radios, and laptops can be used in all rooms and public areas as the inn is Wi-Fi enabled. After a day shopping, sightseeing or walking why not relax in the welcoming traditional bar serving a range of Jennings award-winning, cask conditioned ales, brewed in the Lake District. The inn has been awarded the coveted 'Cask Mark' accreditation in recognition for the way they look after their beers. The Mariner's Inn is the only pub in Bowness to have been awarded this accreditation.

Invergarry Guest House - In the heart of the beautiful Lake District, between Windermere and Bowness, this traditional Lakeland guest house offers a warm welcome, comfortable accommodation and a hearty breakfast. The Invergarry Guest House has a great location, close to all that the area has to offer, including Lake Windermere and all of the shops, bars, restaurants and cinemas of both Windermere and Bowness. Small and friendly, the guest house has just 5 rooms, guaranteeing guests personalised service and a warm welcome. There are 4 rooms in the main house and a garden room in the courtyard. All of the rooms have en suite shower facilities, plenty of storage space, well-stocked hospitality trays, TVs, radio alarms and hairdryers. A full traditional cooked breakfast is included in the price and is freshly cooked to order. Free parking is available for guests. The Invergarry is open all year round, with special rates over the autumn and winter periods. There are local walks from the front door and Windermere golf course is just a short drive away.