Lingwood Lodge - This peaceful, modern guest house is a pleasant 400-metre walk from Lake Windermere and the attractions, restaurants and shops of Bowness. Enjoy a relaxed stay in the very well-presented, Lake District B&B. The 6 pretty rooms have free Wi-Fi, a king-size double bed, a TV, DVD/CD player, toiletries, a hospitality tray and many other features. A tasty breakfast is included in your room rate. Lingwood Lodge has free private parking and a guest lounge with a computer for internet access.

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.

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.

The Old Ginn House Inn - In the small village of Great Clifton, on the west coast of the Cumbrian Lake District, this charming inn was converted from a 17th-century farmstead and offers comfortable, characteristic accommodation. The Old Ginn House has a cosy lounge where you can relax with comfy sofas and chairs, television and a choice of books and magazines. For the warmer months, there is a patio in the courtyard. Meals are served in the Mediterranean-style dining areas, while the Ginn Room offers a well-stocked bar. The Old Ginn House provides an ideal base for business guests, or for those visiting the unspoilt Western Lake District and the Solway Coast.

Roa Island House - With the charm and elegance of Edwardian times, this impressive 19th-century building offers quality accommodation and outstanding sea views. With a unique location on Roa Island, the house is on the water's edge at Morecambe Bay. There is a garden with superb views of the Bay and Piel Island. Roa Island House offers a relaxed and friendly atmosphere away from busy 21st-century life. All rooms are individually furnished, with flat-screen digital TV and hospitality tray. The en suite facilities are stunning. Enjoy breakfast in the dining room with striking sea views out towards Piel Island and Piel Castle. In summer, you can eat in the sun-drenched conservatory. There is a light lunch menu, and packed lunches can be made up for walkers and travellers. The evening menu caters for all, including vegetarians and younger guests. Facilities also include a very cosy TV lounge, complete with a log burner. An outstanding feature is the tower room, with spectacular views over Morecambe Bay.

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.

Barnes Fell - With a 4-star Gold Award from Visit Britain, this charming B&B offers 3 beautiful en suite bedrooms in a peaceful setting, with views over the Lakeland Fells. The luxurious Barnes Fell is in an elevated position above the main village of Ambleside, yet just a couple of minutes' walk from its centre. Here you can find a variety of shops, restaurants, pubs and galleries, as well as a multi-screen cinema and other attractions. Barnes Fell is perfect for those looking for a relaxing rural retreat, or a base from which to enjoy walks in the Fells. Some room types at Barnes Fell require a 2-night minimum stay. All reservations over Christmas, New Year, Easter and Public Holidays require a 3-night minimum stay.

The Old Courthouse - In the heart of Bowness-on-Windermere, the Old Courthouse was originally built in 1843 and is one of the oldest and most charming buildings in the village. In the centre of this lovely Lakeland village, The Old Courthouse is only a 5-minute stroll from Bowness Bay on the shores of Lake Windermere. Close to all of the villages restaurants, bars, shops and the cinema, the Old Court House is a wonderful base from which to explore the spectacular natural beauty of the Lake District National Park. Each tastefully decorated room is bright, fresh and clean, with a full en suite shower room. All rooms have TVs, tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryers and radio alarms. Free wireless broadband internet access is available in most rooms. Private parking is available for guests and there is a full English breakfast with a choice of fruit and cereals to start your day. Vegetarians and those with special dietary needs can be accommodated.

Lake House - This family-run country house has spectacular views across Waterhead Bay, Windermere, Loughrigg Fell and the Langdale Peaks, and offers stylish, modern and luxurious accommodation. Lake House combines the best of all possible worlds: the warm welcome, friendly service and relaxed atmosphere of a guest house with the stylish rooms and modern facilities of a luxury hotel. Set in large, beautiful gardens, only a minute from the shores of the lake and the pier and jetties at Waterhead, the guest house is just a short walk from the shops, cafes and restaurants of Ambleside. Free parking is available for guests. Beautiful, stylish and modern, the en suite rooms are fitted to the highest standards and have CD players, tea/coffee making facilities and large, modern TVs with DVD players. With a spectacular setting and superb accommodation at affordable prices, Lake House is great for a luxury break.

Haisthorpe House - Haisthorpe offers quality bed-and-breakfast accommodation in a quiet, central area of Windermere, ideal for the village and the local fells. Haisthorpe is a few minutes' walk from Windemere village centre and local restaurants. Lake Windermere's shore and the shops at Bowness are a 15-minute stroll down the hill. Orrest Head (0.9 miles/1.5 km) has a spectacular panoramic view of the surrounding lakes and hills. The family-run guest house offers free membership at a leisure complex during your stay. Public transport runs regularly from Ellerthwaite Square at the end of the road. Each tasteful bedroom has a hospitality tray with Fairtrade items and free toiletries in the en suite shower rooms. English breakfast is included in the room rate. Private parking is available at the rear.