The Cranleigh - Expect the unexpected in this new concept guest house, with a 'Highly Commended' AA award, 1 minute's walk from Lake Windermere and its beautiful bustling village of Bowness-on-Windermere, the heart of the English Lake District. Owners Stephen and Louise have established something fresh and exciting at The Cranleigh. The atmosphere is friendly and informal, while the accommodation has all the cutting edge style of an expensive boutique hotel. The lounge is classic style, with open fire place, leather furniture and mellow decor; a great place to relax with a glass of wine, champagne or one of the local ales. Hearty breakfasts are served in equally stylish surroundings. Bedrooms are simply stunning and totally contemporary, each with an individual style from a professional interior designer. All have luxurious goose-down duvets and fine cotton sheets, iPod docking stations, large screen TVs, DVD players (with free access to a large collection) and free Wi-Fi access. The fully tiled en suite bathrooms have designer fittings by Villeroy Boch, heated floors, mood lighting, dual-fuel towel rails, spacious shower enclosures and bathrobes. Those with air spa baths have a mirrored TV at the end of the bath for utter indulgence. As a bonus, guests have free use of nearby leisure facilities, including a swimming pool, sauna, gym and squash courts. The Cranleigh has 14 car parking spaces, is totally non-smoking and is unsuitable for children. Awarded 'Highly Commended' status by the AA in 2009, placing The Cranleigh within the top 10% of UK 5-star guest houses.

Woodlands - In Windermere, just a short stroll from the lake and Bowness, Woodlands offers free Wi-Fi, free parking and luxurious, 5-star guest accommodation in beautiful, boutique-style rooms. In the heart of the beautiful Lake District, Woodlands is just a short walk from Lake Windermere and all of the shops, bars and cafes of Bowness. All of the comfortable and stylish en suite rooms feature modern comforts, including designer beds, LCD flat-screen TVs and luxurious toiletries from the White Company. Some rooms have four-poster beds and some have free Wi-Fi. A full English breakfast is on offer each morning and includes fresh, local produce. The bar serves a range of drinks, including freshly ground Italian coffees, organic wines and champagnes. Guests can use the leisure facilities of the nearby Parklands Country Club, free of charge. The club has a jacuzzi, sauna, steam room, swimming pool, gym and beauty salon.

Newstead - This grand Victorian villa is now an outstanding 5-star guest house offering rich, elegant en suite rooms, free Wi-Fi and free parking, only 10 minutes' walk from Windermere. Surrounded by the stunning natural beauty of the Lake District, Newstead is just a 15-minute walk from Lake Windermere. Built in 1897 with traditional, local Lakeland stone, the house still boasts many beautiful original Victorian features including its splendid hall and staircase, marble fireplaces and mahogany woodwork. Bland, soulless, contemporary design has been avoided in the decoration of the house, in favour of the elegant styles of the Arts and Crafts, Art Deco and Art Nouveau movements, recalling the splendour of Victorian times. There are 9 rooms, all individually decorated, with their own unique charm. All of the rooms have en suite showers, TVs and tea/coffee making facilities. Guests also enjoy free use of a private leisure club with a swimming pool, which is just a few minutes' drive away.

Broadlands Guest House - Set in the heart of the Lake District, this traditional Lakeland stone Victorian house is ideally located on a peaceful road just 2 minutes from the centre of Windermere village. The house has lovely views overlooking Ellethwaite Park and is ideally located for visits to Bowness on Windermere and the Lake. Many grades of walks can be started from the house the staff are happy to advise you on them and offer maps and guides to help. Locally organised tours can also be arranged for you, with collection and drop-off at the property. Although not a hotel, Broadlands Guest House is proud to have been awarded '3 AA Yellow Stars Highly Commended', in July 2009. This award is given to the top 10% of 3-star Guest Accommodation. Guests are offered free car park passes for use whilst staying at Broadlands. These can be used in all SLDC car parks in the area.

The White House Experience - This licensed country guest house is situated just 3 kilometres (2 miles) from junction 40 of the M6/A66, offering you a small, luxurious and homely alternative to regular travel accommodation. Some hotels and guesthouses can be very impersonal and soulless, treating each guest as little more than a name or number. At The White House, we are very different, focusing our efforts on providing a personal and unique service, where all our guests are treated as individuals. So if you are tired of normal characterless accommodation give us a try and you will not be disappointed. A licensed non smoking bar is on site and meals are available each evening.

The Log House - In the heart of the English Lake District, this historic Norwegian log cabin is now a restaurant and bar with 3 comfortable en suite rooms, all with LCD flat-screen TVs, DVD players and free Wi-Fi. The stylish and contemporary restaurant offers a relaxed atmosphere in which to enjoy superb food, made with delicious, fresh seasonal produce from the region. There are 3 double rooms above the restaurant. Two still have the original log beams and the third has stunning views over the fells. Each has an en suite shower room, hairdryer, tea/coffee, and luxurious bathroom products from the White Company. In the town of Ambleside, at the head of Windermere, the Log House was originally brought to the Lake District by local artist Alfred Heaton Cooper nearly 100 years ago. Cooper used the cabin as a home and studio, but today it is a 4-star restaurant with rooms.

High Fold Guest House - Beautifully set within its own grounds in the picturesque village of Troutbeck, this charming guest house provides the ideal base from which to explore the natural beauty of the Lake District. High Fold Guest House boasts a peaceful rural location, less than 3 miles from Windermere and the Lakeshore, and approximately 4 miles from Ambleside. This makes it the perfect choice for walkers and cyclists, or for those looking to escape the stresses of everyday life. All of the 5 bedrooms are individually decorated and named after a local landmark. Most enjoy wonderfully peaceful views over the surrounding Fells. The dining room also enjoys beautiful countryside views.

Fir Trees - Built in 1888 and retaining lots of original features, all rooms at this well-reputed guest house are well furnished, spotlessly clean and decorated to a very high standard. Fir Trees is close to all amenities in Windermere and Bowness, both of which are a 10 minute walk away. There is plenty of off-road car parking and a garage for cyclists who may wish to leave their cycles overnight. Breakfasts are all cooked to order and offer a good choice; just what you need to set you up for the day. There are lots of scenic walks nearby for those wishing to leave the car behind and go off on foot to explore this area of outstanding natural beauty. Enjoy free use of leisure facilities at Parklands Country Club, and a free day fishing pass for all local waters (equipment not provided).

The Old Vicarage - In quiet, peaceful wooded grounds, this family-run bed and breakfast has free parking, an indoor swimming pool, a sauna, a hot tub and a rooftop terrace with magnificent views of the fells. Close to Ambleside's town centre, The Old Vicarage has a quiet location with views over Rothay Park to the fells beyond. Full of charm and character, this spacious Victorian house has now been converted into an impressive 4-star bed and breakfast. The house offers beautifully furnished and decorated en suite rooms, all varying in size, style and views. There are newer, more modern rooms, as well as more traditional rooms. All rooms have mini-fridges, TVs, video recorders and DVD and CD players. Videos are available for guests' use, free of charge. There is a large lounge with an open fire, a piano and a small snooker table. Free Wi-Fi is available in the public rooms. A tasty full English breakfast is available each day.

1 Park Road - 1 Park Road is a tranquil, modern and luxury guest house. It is located a 2-minute walk from Windermere town centre and a 10-minute walk from Bowness and the train station. Luxury rooms are spacious and contemporary in design with Moroccan drapes, modern soft-furnishings, views of the distant hills, sofas and king-size beds. Rooms have CD and DVD players, fresh coffee and iPod docking stations. French, Italian and Welsh are spoken at 1 Park Road. 4 star silver guest house accomodation (Visit Britain)