Windermere Suites - Winner of the AA's 'Funkiest B&B' award for 2009/10, these boutique-style suites offer designer luxury, with 42-inch LCD TVs, crystal lights, iPod docking stations and free Wi-Fi. With a 5-star Guest Accommodation rating from the AA, enjoy luxury bathrooms and modern designer furniture at the elegant Windermere Suites. A hearty Cumbria platter or continental breakfast is served in your suite every morning. Windermere Suites is a 2-minute stroll from the main village's shops and fine restaurants. Also within walking distance is Bowness-on-Windermere, home to the 'World of Beatrix Potter'.

Braemount Guest House - With attractive gardens and the option of 4-poster beds, Braemount aims to offer that little extra. Upon your arrival, enjoy free afternoon tea and cake, or evening wine and nibbles. Halfway between Windermere and Bowness, within easy reach of the country's largest lake, this 19th-century house offers relaxed, peaceful charm. You will have access to the swimming pool, gym, sauna and jacuzzi at a local private leisure club just a 5-minute drive away. Sparkling wine, champagne and flower arrangements can be added to your room as a delightful finishing touch. Built in 1879, this one-time doctor's house and surgery keeps its extra-wide doorways and authentic Victorian tiled hallway. Small changes have been made to the building to add comfort, but to keep character.

Stanley House - Stanley House is a Lake District B&B with en suite bedrooms with stunning views of the fells, gardens and rivers. Located in Eskdale, the B&B is ideal for walkers and is a few miles from Wastwater, England's deepest lake. The Ravenglass & Eskdale railway stops at Beckfoot, the local station. Each comfortable room comes with a TV, DVD player with DVD library, and free Wi-Fi. There are 2 ground-floor sitting rooms, one with a wood stove and sofas to laze on, the other with a TV and PlayStation for the children. Breakfast is served in the dining room overlooking the gardens and 2 rivers.

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)

Dene House - Occupying a superb position on the edge of Bowness village, and just 3-minutes away from Lake Windermere itself, this beautiful guest house offers a careful blend of modern and traditional. Carefully retaining many of the original features of the property, Denehouse has been completely refurbished to ensure that you are provided with every modern comfort during your stay. During your stay you can take the time to explore the village of Bowness, with its many pubs and restaurants, or take a boat trip on the lake. Alternatively, you can take advantage of the leisure facilities at the nearby The Spinnaker Club in Windermere Marina Village.

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.

Corner Beech House - An AA 4-star Bed and Breakfast, Corner Beech House is an elegant Edwardian building with striking sea views; perfect for exploring the Lake District. All of the comfortable en suite rooms have a widescreen TV and some of the rooms have stunning sea views of Morecambe Bay. There is a DVD library for guests and all rooms have comfortable sofas. The centre of Grange-over-Sands is a 5-minute walk away, with its many shops, pubs and restaurants. Golf courses are also close by. The Corner Beech House is just a short drive from Windermere, Kendal and Coniston in The Lake District.

The Hideaway At Windermere - Tucked quietly away, just behind the village of Windermere, in the heart of Englands beautiful Lake District, this traditional Victorian Lakeland home offers stylish accommodation and delicious modern British food. Family-run by owners Richard & Lisa Gornall, this secret treasure truly lives up to its name. The Hideaway At Windermere is a restaurant with rooms offering a welcome with warmth and a whole lot more than a place to stay. The aim is simple: to offer attractive peaceful rooms, great service and superb food in a relaxed, stylish environment. Surrounded by peace and tranquillity, yet in the heart of it all, the Hideaway At Windermere is conveniently located, close to the very centre of the charming village of Windermere, surrounded by the stunning natural beauty of the Lake District. The price includes a generous full cooked English breakfast, prepared to order, tea and home-made cakes and a daily newspaper.

Brantfell House - Just a short stroll from Ambleside's village centre, this beautiful Victorian house has excellent breakfasts and 6 boutique-style rooms, many with views of the fells. Brantfell has a Visit Britain Silver Award and is personally run by the owners, Chris and Jane, who aim to offer a relaxing stay with personalised service. There is a welcoming lounge with a traditional log fire, and free access to the nearby Low Wood Leisure Club. Brantfell's surroundings are ideal for exploring the Lake District, and for country pursuits including rambling, climbing, cycling and water-sports.

Wheatlands Lodge - In picturesque Windermere, in a quiet area close to the lake and the town centre, this beautiful Victorian property offers free Wi-Fi, free parking and luxurious 5-star guest accommodation. Just off Windermere's Main Road, Wheatlands Lodge is within walking distance of the town's shops, rail station and restaurants. Close to the main attractions of Lake Windermere and the region's spectacular scenery, the lodge is a great base from which to explore England's Lake District. In delightful gardens, Wheatlands Lodge is a traditional family-owned and run Lake District residence, dating from around 1860. Fully refurbished in 2009, the house combines contemporary style with beautiful original features. Stylish, spacious and well-appointed, each individually decorated room has a flat-screen TV. All rooms are en suite with either a spa-style jacuzzi bath or a walk-in shower. A delicious traditional Cumbrian breakfast is available every day, featuring the fresh, locally sourced produce.